So, last week my husband and I spent the better part of an entire week either in bed sleeping or shivering by the fire under a blanket. Sadly, we had that awful 2018 flu that’s making the rounds. I know a lot of you have had it too, and it is NO FUN! After sleeping, literally 90 out of 96 hours at one point, we started to feel like we might be back in the land of the living. It’s been a slow climb back, and I wouldn’t say we’re 100 percent yet (though thankfully, we’re not contagious any more).
However, ready or not, by the time you read this, we will be in Seattle babysitting Trouble #1, Trouble #2, and Trouble #3. These three sweeties are really no trouble at all, but they are bundles of energy, something we’ve had in very short supply recently. So, wow, would we ever appreciate your prayers that we can keep up with these three dynamos and give our son and his wife a well-deserved break (even though it’s a business trip they’re going on, and not all fun and games.)
Our daughter-in-law has everything so well-organized for us—including meals prepared ahead!—that I don’t know how we could fail! It’s such a treat to get to see these kids so soon after having them at our house for Christmas. A real blessing! And I have a feeling they’re going to be just the medicine we need to get completely revived again!
I hope you all manage to avoid catching this flu, and if you’ve had it, take care of yourself! And prayers for a quick and full recovery!
“A merry heart doeth good like a medicine.” Proverbs 17:22a
Latest posts by Deborah Raney (see all)
- We Shopped at Piggly Wiggly - May 12, 2025
- Happy Mother’s Day! - May 11, 2025
- Research Trip - April 28, 2025
Hope you both feel better. And enjoy those beautiful babies. ❤️❤️
Thanks, Marti. We plan to!
Lovely babies!!!
You have beautiful pillows on the sofa. I sewed five patchwork pillows for my mother before Christmas ( from old brocade coat and flower motif fabric ). It was funny work, but unfortunately my mother found it just before I wrapped the presents to Christmas paper. I had really bad luck 🙂
I am glad you’re better!
Thanks, Blanka. Except for the large greenish pillows, which came with the sofa, the rest are garage sale finds. The pillows you sewed sound beautiful! I’m sure your mother appreciated them even if the surprise was spoiled. 🙂
Oh my goodness Deborah, take care and make sure to get rest when they go for their naps. Enjoy!
Thanks, Veronica! That’s the plan: rest when they rest!
Sorry to hear you and your hubby fell victim to that horrible flu, Deb, but glad you are recovering at last and no longer contagious. Am praying for you two and your babysitting adventure. Grandchildren are such a blessing!
So appreciate your prayers, Beth. Thank you!
Have a great time with your three grand troubles. Get better and stay well.
Thank you, Shirley. We made it safely here late last night. Can’t wait for the kids to wake up now so we can hug them tight! 🙂
Oh boy, no fun being sick. I hope you both recover to 100% fast, and that while visiting your grandchildren you are able to build some fun memories with them!
Thank you, Laura! We can’t wait to make some memories!
Deb, hope you are feeling better and that you have fun with your adorable grandchildren!!!!Prayers for a safe and restful trip.
Thank you so much, Lenora! So far, so good! 🙂
Dear,
we are always prayer for your bright future.
regards,