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Thursday Thirteen - 13 Things I'd Rather Be Doing

15/4/2010

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We've all seen the bumper stickers - well, those of us who live in the US, anyway - which say "I'd rather be _____." and then fill in the blank with some apparently preferable task. The possibilities range from "Dancing" to "Riding my horse" to "Flying" (presumably in an airplane) to many, many other things.

Well, this week, I've been sidelined by a bad cold. I lost my voice on Sunday night, then started coughing like crazy on Monday night. After that, I had to cry "Uncle" (why "Uncle", by the way? Why not "Auntie!") and give into the creeping crud. Which meant I had to miss work this week, stay in bed and try to feel better as soon as possible.

Easier said than done, that.

As a result, this week, I've been able to compile a quick Thursday Thirteen of the

13 Things I'd Rather Be Doing
(instead of being sick)

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1) I'd really rather have been in London for the latest Diiarts Book Launch Party, last night, or for the other festivities this week. I hate that I had to miss out on what is surely a good time.
Congratulations again to Heikki and Greta!

2) I'd rather be singing along to the music I play while I write. I can't stand not being able to at least mumble along - but every time I open my mouth, I start coughing.

No. Fun.
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3) I really would rather be enjoying my chocolate Easter egg - which I haven't even considered since I've been ill. I can't taste that delicious, delicious chocolate, so what's the point?

4) I'd rather be reading. But whenever I really get into the story, another coughing jag starts up, and I have to put the book down until it's over. And at the moment I'm reading The Angel's Game by Carlos Ruiz Zafon - and it's sooooo good! Waah!
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5) I'd rather have the energy to entertain my kitty when she's awake, in hopes of wearing her out enough to let us sleep through the night. (Fat chance, I know.)

6) I'd rather be able to breathe without feeling like there's a knife being jammed in the depths of my throat. Yeah. That'd be kinda neat!
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7) I'd rather be on top of a snow-covered mountain, enjoying the peace and serenity of the view from there.

8) I'd rather be in my lessons! I know, it's hard to believe I'd rather work than be at home sick, but it's true. And if you knew my students, you'd understand why I feel this way. They're great folks.
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9) I'd rather be watching rugby.

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10) No, I'd rather be watching cycling. (And while I'm not a fan of Theo Bos, I'd like to thank him for doing that photo.)

11) I'd rather be writing. I haven't written much since I fell ill, and I was making pretty good headway at the time! Arrrgh!
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12) I'd really rather be able to visit with my mother. Even when I'm sick, that makes me feel better. Mom-magic. You know how it is.

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13) Finally, I'd rather just be cuddling with my hubby. But he's been sick too, and I don't want him to get sick again! ...sigh...











And in spite of Theo, I thought I'd add a little more somethin'-somethin' for y'all.













I mean, I may be sick, but I'm not completely out of it, or anything.


















And I know this is what brings you here, each week...








So...
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If only I had a bathtub... I could go for a nice, long...soak.


Ciao for now!
11 Comments
CountryDew link
15/4/2010 07:00:17 am

Colds can be awful! That is a big chocolate egg!

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Megan Rose link
15/4/2010 07:08:32 am

Sorry to hear that you're not well. Get better soon. I loved your list :)

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Adelle Laudan link
15/4/2010 07:46:58 am

Sorry to hear you're under the weather.
Try rubbing vapor rub on the bottom of your feet before you put socks on. I don't know how or why it works, but it does.
Sending healing vibes.
Happy T13!

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Harriet link
15/4/2010 08:19:41 am

Well, if you can't have the guys you night as well enjoy the egg....


Have a great Thursday!
http://harrietandfriends.com/2010/04/47-percent-americans-pay-federal-income-tax/

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Darla link
15/4/2010 09:52:23 am

Now I want to take a bath. Thanks for sharing.
~ Darla

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Inez Kelley link
15/4/2010 10:04:49 am

If you were too sick for your bonus pictures, I would call the morgue!

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Paige Tyler link
15/4/2010 10:24:00 am

Hope you feel better! Great pic of the guy in the bathtub!

*hugs*
Paige

My TT is at http://paigetylertheauthor.blogspot.com/

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Mary Quast link
15/4/2010 11:37:26 am

Melt the egg and add it to some warm milk. I never knew who Theo was... but now... thanks!

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Tatiana Caldwell link
15/4/2010 12:22:52 pm

Boy on boy would I love to take THAT bath!

Feel better soon!

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Maria link
15/4/2010 02:04:35 pm

Yeah, can't get my cats to let us sleep through the night either. Let me know if you find out how to do that.

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Heather link
22/4/2010 11:26:46 am

Sorry you were so sick last week -- I hope you are feeling better today!

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