I'm not sure how this disgusting Bug caught me
@JamesHxstatic (29410)
Eugene, Oregon
January 14, 2018 5:38pm CST
I rarely catch a or any kind of bug that goes around. We had shopping to do this morning and then at 3 PM we were going to a memorial service for and old friend, mentor and professor who passed away a little while back. I knew him and his wife quite well and had already RSVP'd to her invitation.
I know it will be a time of sadness, held in a great old building at the University, but one of remembrance and good humor as well. I so hate to miss it, but awoke this morning feeling run down with a scratchy throat and sort of a runny nose. We did the shopping, but I decided that I should not go and expose the other guests.
But I will read some of his, Ralph Salisbury's, poetry this afternoon and think of the times in his classes and the individual mentoring he did for me back when I was a student.
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@JudyEv (382303)
• Rockingham, Australia
15 Jan 18
I'm sorry you're not so well. I do hope it doesn't develop into anything too much worse. And it's good really that you're not going to the service. Once people would have gone to hell or high water to attend but more and more I think people are becoming more aware of how germs can spread in situations like yours.
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@JamesHxstatic (29410)
• Eugene, Oregon
15 Jan 18
Yes, this flu that is going around this year is quite virulent and the vaccine they used is only 30% effective, I heard. I doubt that I have that, but I posted this, sat down in my recliner, read a bit and fell asleep for two hours. That was a surprise, since I rarely ever nap.
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@JamesHxstatic (29410)
• Eugene, Oregon
15 Jan 18
@JudyEv I suppose so. I awoke with a great appetite.
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@JudyEv (382303)
• Rockingham, Australia
15 Jan 18
@JamesHxstatic The sleep will do you good. You must have needed it if you don't usually nap.
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@DianneN (254926)
• United States
17 Jan 18
I hope you feel much better now. You were wise not to go and spread your germs. Unfortunately, not everyone is so considerate. We attended a musical last Saturday evening, and one of our friends showed up sick as a dog. Knock on wood, we haven't gotten sick, yet.
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@JamesHxstatic (29410)
• Eugene, Oregon
17 Jan 18
I am glad to hear that. I am some better today, but no ping pong, so I don't expose anyone.
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@DianneN (254926)
• United States
19 Jan 18
@JamesHxstatic A friend of ours just called my husband. He's sick with the same thing now. Feel much better soon!
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@celticeagle (189915)
• Boise, Idaho
16 Jan 18
I'm sure he'd understand you not going. Sorry to hear you caught a bug. Hope it is gone quickly. I don't usually catch things either.
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@celticeagle (189915)
• Boise, Idaho
16 Jan 18
@JamesHxstatic ......Tea with honey could help.
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@JamesHxstatic (29410)
• Eugene, Oregon
16 Jan 18
@celticeagle Oh yes, that is a good one. Just stuffy now with a bit of a cough, so not too bad.
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@JamesHxstatic (29410)
• Eugene, Oregon
16 Jan 18
It is some better already, no sore throat, but voice is very deep.
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@bagarad (14283)
• Paso Robles, California
15 Jan 18
WE have had this miserable stuff and I'm sorry you seem to have caught it and have to miss that memorial service. Although you will remember your friend in your own way, I know you will miss being with the other who miss him and trading memories with them. I also always learn more about parts of my friends' lives that happened before I knew them when I go to these services. I'm sure you probably had memories you would like to have shared.
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@bagarad (14283)
• Paso Robles, California
15 Jan 18
@JamesHxstatic Stay home and nurse it and stay away from groups as much as possible while you are in weakened condition. That protects you and others. It was kind of you to stay home and not spread the germs.
@JamesHxstatic (29410)
• Eugene, Oregon
15 Jan 18
No doubt. Ralph was a native-Amrican World War II vet, trained as a bombardier, claimed to be the worst one ever. I have several of his books of course.
I don't think that I have the flu actually, just a cold at this point.
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@sallypup (69190)
• Centralia, Washington
15 Jan 18
@JamesHxstatic A mentor and a friend. I'm sorry for yours and the world's loss.
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@JamesHxstatic (29410)
• Eugene, Oregon
15 Jan 18
Yes a long time Prof at the U of O. I took classes and did independent study with him too.
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@Hannihar (130150)
• Israel
16 Jan 18
@JamesHxstatic
I wish everyone would do that and then hopefully less people would get sick James.
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@changjiangzhibin89 (17242)
• China
15 Jan 18
Sadly you lost a good teacher and helpful friend.You missed him so much ,though you were under the weather,you read his writings in remembrance of him.
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@JamesHxstatic (29410)
• Eugene, Oregon
15 Jan 18
Yes, Ralph was a good man and great poet and teacher as well.
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@LovingMyBabies (85923)
• Valdosta, Georgia
15 Jan 18
I'm sorry, I hope you feel better really soon. =(
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@JamesHxstatic (29410)
• Eugene, Oregon
15 Jan 18
Thank you very much Jennifer. I slept some this afternoon and that probably helps.
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@PatZAnthony (14749)
• Charlotte, North Carolina
16 Jan 18
It is a good idea not to expose others and they will no doubt appreciate this!
Sorry to hear the bad news. It is good that you have some nice memories.
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@JamesHxstatic (29410)
• Eugene, Oregon
15 Jan 18
Yes, I know, but it was a pain to miss that. I am sure it is only a cold now. I slept well and am pretty sure there is no fever and my appetite is good, as always.
@JamesHxstatic (29410)
• Eugene, Oregon
18 Jan 18
I am glad you had no ill effects from yours. I am glad we did not get that nasty flu.
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@JamesHxstatic (29410)
• Eugene, Oregon
15 Jan 18
It would not be good to make others ill, just to be there. Thanks.
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@JamesHxstatic (29410)
• Eugene, Oregon
15 Jan 18
Yes, it is good we did not go. I slept for two hours in my recliner after I posted this.
