It wasn't just memories and photographs I brought back with me from the UK. I brought back a respiratory infection. A cold, the flu...who knows what it is exactly. All I know is that I feel just awful. This whole week I've been achy, lethargic and fighting a killer cough that is keeping me from getting anything done. I finally broke down and began my herbal remedies but included a few childhood favorites (Vicks Vapor Rub anyone?). I had my first full night of sleep, without cough, last night. It was much needed as I prepare for another trip next week!
Needless to say, I've not had the energy to process pics from the trip, clean my house or cook any food. I've tried but I just want to lay down as soon as I get up. I've been sleeping, catching up on recorded shows and drinking lots of tea. Oh, and I did some art. About the only thing I have felt like doing whilst parked on the couch. And while I worked on it, I forgot for a moment how awful I felt. I was lost in the feel of art. I purchased an extra large art journal and finally did the cover:
Art is Love
As you can see, it's not a very sharp photo. I don't even have the strength right now to hold a camera without the shakes. But, at least I managed to do something while feeling like crap and something that made me feel better. Not only is art love, but it's very healing too.
Stay healthy,
Laura
4 comments:
Oh, doll, isn't this monster cold/flu/plague the worst? But it is nice to be reminded, whilst feeling our worst, that creative endeavors can be healing in so many ways. You have the start of a lovely journal! Can't wait to see how you fill the pages!!
Laura,
I am so sorry you are so sick....but I must say I like your Dollie = ) she is lovely. You are right " Art is healing." I can not wait to see photographs of your trip, I am sure it will be spectaculor.....
Feel better soon !
Nicole
Thanks girls! I think the worst is over although I have the most horrible, lingering cough. I am on my way tomorrow on another trip so fingers crossed I can continue to improve whilst having adventures! :)
Oh man, I'm so sorry to hear you've been sick! If it's any comfort, I think you've taken and uploaded some killer shots lately!
And I also think I know how you feel, as I've been fighting a persistent flu (and a slight knee injury) for weeks now. I'm feeling like crap at the moment and we should be setting out for our trek in a few weeks - it's so annoying!
Thanks for the updates and I hope you're feeling better!
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