Saturday, September 3, 2011

One of Those Weeks.......

Oh, it started out promising enough.  I had planned to exercise at my workout facility on Monday, but I developed a nasal discharge of biblical proportions around mid morning.  Not good.  And totally unexpected.  Hmmm.  Well, maybe I better not go today and just stay calm and see what develops, I thought....

As the flow continued unabated, I realized I was probably getting a cold.  So, up to the pharmacy for some sudafed to dry me out.  I have discovered that when I develop a post nasal drip I can get sicker from the stuff going into my stomach, so it is important to stop it, if possible.

Then, as if I weren't miserable enough, my back decided to "go out".  These maladies occur in groupings of two and three at a time.  I can't explain it.  I've been healthy for a long time and now both of these thingies hit me at once. 

So by Tuesday, I can barely move because of that problem disc in my back and my head is throbbing because of the sudafed and my nose still has a slight run. 

Of course, Cindy is an angel and was hovering around me with her chicken noodle soup and trying to wait on me.  Problem is, when I feel that bad I don't want any attention at all.
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Yesterday afternoon, I began feeling a little better.  Both my back and my nose were improving.  I hobbled out to our rear deck and looked up.  There it was---the most incredible cloud with sunburst I have ever seen.  I take it as a sign that I'm gonna be fine!





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18 comments:

  1. Cindy EllisonSeptember 3, 2011 at 3:23 PM

    Thanks be to God that you are better! I was about to get to the "very concerned stage" of worrying about you. The timing was perfect when you looked out when the clouds and sun were coming together! ☼

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  2. Sabine GimmSeptember 3, 2011 at 3:52 PM

    Hope you'll be well soon.
    Greetings Sabine

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  3. LisaSeptember 3, 2011 at 4:03 PM

    Wow, nature cures. That picture is amazing.

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  4. Carol BlackburnSeptember 3, 2011 at 6:01 PM

    Yes Clint, it looks like a sign to me; if you study the cloud carefully you'll see a head of white hair, torso from the back with outstretched arms reaching toward heaven. Yes, I am serious and no I haven't been drinking. Blessings!

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  5. TexWisGirlSeptember 3, 2011 at 6:09 PM

    sorry you have been sick and miserable! but, wow! that cloud is gorgeous! :)

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  6. RHYTHM AND RHYMESeptember 3, 2011 at 6:23 PM

    I am sorry you have been unwell. I can't take Sudafed as it lowers my blood pressure. On the disc problem had a slipped one many years ago just by making a bed after two years of various treatments had surgery to remove it, but once you have had back problems it never really goes away. Pleased you are improving.
    Take care.
    Yvonne.

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  7. LeontienSeptember 3, 2011 at 7:25 PM

    Yep it is definatly a sign! your gonna be just fine!

    And give Cindy a big hug from me, cause she takes so good care of you!
    Leontien

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  8. kelliSeptember 3, 2011 at 8:24 PM

    wow, such a stunning sight! i'm sending you lots of love and healing wishes and praying for your speedy recovery.

    (remind me to tell you about my neti pot. actally i'm off to use it right now, as i'm getting a little stuffy with the change of seasons.)

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  9. kelliSeptember 3, 2011 at 8:24 PM

    *actually

    =)

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  10. Jane @ Hard Work HomesteadSeptember 3, 2011 at 8:34 PM

    Hope your on the mend. What a nasty way to start September.

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  11. NovaSeptember 3, 2011 at 11:47 PM

    WOW...what a incredible cloud. You stepped outside at the right moment. Great shots!!!!


    Get well soon and take care of yourself

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  12. darlinSeptember 4, 2011 at 1:54 AM

    These clouds and sun could cure the worst ailment I'm thinking! Sorry to hear you've been feeling under the weather, I hope you get well soon. Fantastic shots Clint!

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  13. alice alfredSeptember 4, 2011 at 2:46 AM

    Amazing Pictures...wow...the glory of God...though, I am sorry about your cold..:>(

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  14. Denise J. HughesSeptember 4, 2011 at 3:26 AM

    I'm sorry to hear that you've not been feeling well. I hope you're better soon.

    I see on your sidebar that you live in Knoxville. I just had a conversation with a friend who was telling me about a friend of theirs who pastors in the Knoxville area. A John Wood. By any chance, have you heard of him?

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  15. Karen Kyle EricsonSeptember 4, 2011 at 8:51 AM

    Awesome photo! Beautiful cloud and sunburst. My prayers are with you to get well soon. : ) God bless!

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  16. MichaeleSeptember 4, 2011 at 9:27 AM

    Sounds absolutely miserable! I hope you truly are on the mend. Love the clouds and sun photo!

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  17. Sleepyeyed RhonSeptember 4, 2011 at 12:40 PM

    Sorry to hear of your feeling bad...but wow what awesome skyscape pictures you shared...have missed your tracks among my blog.
    Have a blessed Sunday"

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  18. Rebecca MecomberSeptember 7, 2011 at 11:57 AM

    The vista is stunning. What a wonderful sign. :)

    Hope you're doing better!

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