Sick and tired and quiet
By fwidman
@fwidman (11514)
United States
February 22, 2009 2:43pm CST
Okay, I know that for most of you, that last one doesn't quite fit me, but right now, it's true. I have been quiet the past few days, at least online. I haven't spent that much time on the lot nor have I bothered to blog or do much else online. I'd like to, but the light of the computer screen is driving me bonkers.
I have a cold. Not usually that big of a deal but this time it has settled in my eyes, making it hard to look at the screen for very long, which means I have not been here to pester you all they way I'd like to 
It's been a long time since I've had a cold settle in my eyes, and I had forgotten how much of a bother they can be. However, I will survive and be back to pester you normally soon 
When is the last time you had a cold that made your eyes water so badly that you hated to open them?
It's been a long time since I've had a cold settle in my eyes, and I had forgotten how much of a bother they can be. However, I will survive and be back to pester you normally soon
When is the last time you had a cold that made your eyes water so badly that you hated to open them?3 people like this
26 responses
@sparkofinsanity (20471)
• Regina, Saskatchewan
23 Feb 09
Right after I read this discussion...........................................LOL
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@sparkofinsanity (20471)
• Regina, Saskatchewan
23 Feb 09
Yep.
Got any extra lemon tea?
I'm a hurting unit here............
No wait, it's not a cold, it's a hangover!
ROFL
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@greeneyedlady (1439)
• Netherlands
1 Mar 09
I'm going through that exact thing now and it makes it very uncomfortable to see the screen on the computer, television or see anything else for that matter, in fact for the last couple of weeks I've been suffering with it and my eyes are even blurry so it makes it very hard to read anything also. ;)
I only had to put up with it for a couple of days and that was way too long for me @greeneyedlady (1439)
• Netherlands
2 Mar 09
That's very kind of you, thank you...and I think with the nice Get Well wishes I feel better already! ;)
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@zandi458 (28102)
• Malaysia
23 Feb 09
It normally happens to a lot of people especially in the beginning of the year. I think the changes in the climate makes us sick. The last couple of days I too caught a terrible cold with running nose and slight temperature. The virus is attacking my whole body and make me feel very uneasy and weak. The doctor gave me strong dose of medication and slept the whole day cos of the side effect of the medicine. The medication responded well and I recovered quite fast. I understand when you are not feeling well we are bound to loose our interest in the net. I am one of those who avoid the computer when I am down and out.
I love you too!
@suzzy3 (8342)
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24 Feb 09
I do hope you feel better soon,the colds this year have been really bad,we had a flu epidemic in England weeks and weeks it lasted and has left most people exhausted,tired it nearly finshed a few off,so please take care plenty to drink fresh air,and plenty of rest.Fresh fruit and veg,chicken soup ect.
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@novataylor (6570)
• United States
23 Feb 09
Poor baby, rj!!! You need some chicken soup! Or grilled cheese and tomato soup! That's my particular favorite comfort food when I'm sick. But I've never had a cold settle in my eyes like that. At least, maybe not......but that was probably before I got my computer too.......because I've had colds that have made my eyes water terribly...or was that allergies? Hmmmm. What makes MY eyes water is biking in the cold! I know that you, you lucky devil, don't have to worry about that particular thing, but oooooh rj, it gets frigid here and my watering eyes cause my cheeks to freeze! Now, however, I've got cycling glasses and they help tremendously.
Now. Crawl under the covers, snuggle in, and drink that soup!
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@fifileigh (3615)
• United States
27 Feb 09
it has been a while since i have had a cold, mostly when i was younger.
but if my eyes hurt when i am at the computer, i just take a break and to back to the computer wearing my sunglasses. it helps. my sunglasses are prescriptive anyway. but my eyes dont hurt anymore.
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@sweetie1026 (1718)
• Philippines
24 Feb 09
Oh,sorry to hear that, my friend. Yes, when it settles in your eyes it sure is a bummer. I have experienced a cold like that and it is really so hard to keep your eyes open. so, i hope that you get well soon and be back on here again, like you used to. Have a good rest.
@tamarafireheart (15384)
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23 Feb 09
Hi fwidman,
Well a few months before Christmas I was so ill what with colds and flu and then it went for a little while then it came back, my eyes kept watering and it was hard to look at the computer screen for long period of time and I was getting so annyoed with myself, so I know how it feels, hope you are feeling better now, take care.
Tamara
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@greenglitterturtle (2750)
• United States
25 Feb 09
hi fwid...last year i had a cold so bad i was feeling like i couldn't work and then my boss called me up and told me not to come in cause she was sick and taking the day off. 
i used the day to rest and was able to recover faster. can't believe i had it so good.
i used the day to rest and was able to recover faster. can't believe i had it so good.1 person likes this
@extromadball (70)
• United States
23 Feb 09
i had that kinda cold a few times. its like the cold settles in the sinuses or near the eyes. its painful to be out in heavy light or certain spectrum's of light. it goes away but the pain is sometimes unbearable. i'm glad you brought this up because it happens to only a few people when sick. to some its like a hangover but its a cold. i hope you get better. change the tint and contrast/brightness on the tv. dim the pc light or brightness and you'll be ok. have to wait till your eyes can get adjusted to the lights again and your cold subsides.
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@Anora_Eldorath (6028)
• United States
24 Feb 09
I'm sorry I didn't see this yesterday but I wanted to wish you a quick recovery. Try some lemon water mixed with apple cider vingar and molasses. It helps to clear the chest, nose, and throat.
Namaste-Anora
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@Kanwarzsona (18)
• India
23 Feb 09
wel i am a lot experienced in this context. i catch cold twice a season .. so d best way out is dont think about it .. just try to behave normal ..
as the common phrase {cold will b cured in a week if u tak medicine .. But it will tak seven days if u dont ..}
so.. stay happyyy...
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@gitfiddleplayer (10362)
• United States
23 Feb 09
Sounds nasty! Well, I don't think I've ever had that kind of cold, hope you get better soon.
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@Opal26 (17679)
• United States
23 Feb 09
Hey fwidman! Awwww! I hope you feel better! And I love your
new shoes! I could never dare wear anything like them, but
damn they are gorgous for someone! I know what you mean! That
is sort of a sinus problem when it settles in your nose and
eyes! I have a bad sinus infection myself and haven't been
feeling too well either. Just rest your eyes. Stay off the
computer and stay away from the tv too! Get lots of rest
and we will see you when your eyes stop watering!
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@Chevee (5905)
• United States
23 Feb 09
I am sorry to hear that you don't feel good my friend.
I haven't had a cold in a long time. And I hope I am not going to get one now. I don't need any bad luck.
I know how you feel, a cold in your eyes, make your head hurt, make your nose hurt.
Just take care of yourself and hurry back I miss those heels of yours.
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@gracie04 (4549)
• Philippines
23 Feb 09
The last time i've had bad colds was six months ago.. it was really terrible.. it didn't allow me to do things that i used to do before like going through my favorite websites, going out, etc.. i've had to stay at home and take the meds my doctor prescribed to me.. now, i'm taking lots of vitamin c to boost my immune system.. i don't want to get a bad cold ever again!
@wonttakelong (3555)
• United States
23 Feb 09
I am sorry you dont feel well fwid
I hope you get to feeling better soon
I know there is some yucky stuff going around
I have been sick for months just when I think I am getting over it it starts all over again grrrrr
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@strawberrychocodahi (4818)
• Philippines
23 Feb 09
The last time i have a cold is two months ago. My eyes is itchy and red, my nose is clogged and runny. I have a mild headache and i do cough sometimes.
But i took some medicine for colds and drink a lot of fruit juices and water so that i will be feeling better. And my husband take good care of me too.
I do like to sleep more when i have a cold. And i really don't want to drink cold water and so what i get was hot or Luke warm water.
