Can We Talk 2

New Year

         I'm making progress. Two weeks of illness, but I can almost breathe normally. My eyes are clear and don't hurt. I still can't talk and have an "injured" throat. I cough a little less, but still too much, which keeps my throat and esophagus hurting and my voice barely audible.

         I'm finally able to concentrate enough to read. I can sweep the floor without major coughing spells. We measure progress in these little ways. My boss has been very understanding and gave me some extra time off to recover my lung strength. My father is perking up a little. Chicken noodle soup really does seem to help.

         'm starting to think about organizing (isn't that the usual January activity?) and setting some new goals, not resolutions. I just sort of missed all that holiday stuff. When I know I'm germ free, I may try some new recipes.