Hi Everyone! 
Good morning <3 I hope everyone had a good day yesterday. I'd say my day overall was pretty neutral. It had some good times along with some eh times. 
I first woke up at 5pm on 12/13/2022 due to a nightmare. The PTSD from the traumatic event at work has really been taking a toll on me. But I called my Dad who was at work, he was able to assure me that I was safe. Which was very appreciated. 
After talking to my Dad I decided to feed the dogs early, so I could go back to sleep. I hadn't slept well, one due to the nightmare and two due to the construction that had been going on at my neighbors house all day. That's a difficult part about sleeping during the day for work. The world is awake, it's loud, it's bright. Sleeping isn't as easy. 
While I let the dogs outside to go to the bathroom, I called my Mom to check in on her and my Grandma Rosemary. My Grandma is still in the hospital. Due to her pneumonia, her kidney and liver failure and the stage of her conditions she has developed sepsis. It was really touch and go there all night. The doctor's are treating her the best they can. I really appreciate the work of doctors especially in these trying times. So thank you to all doctors, nurses and other healthcare workers. Know you're truly appreciated. 
After talking with my Mom I let the dogs back in from going to the bathroom and went back to bed. I was so tired. Then I didn't wake up until 1:30 AM on 12/14/2022 which isn't at all like me normally the latest I'm awake is 8PM but this virus I must say is beating me up really bad. 
When I woke up I made sure to follow my daily routine. As following my morning routine is what brings me a sense of calm. I'm curious, is anyone else like that?
I wrote my previous day's journal summary, then sent it to my Mom and my partner. They both have been reading my daily entries. Which I think is so sweet of them <3. 
Because I woke up so late Dammie, my partner woke up right around the same time. Usually I do my morning routine without him bugging me lol but today I had him with me. Which to my surprise was actually kind of nice. I can't wait for the day he gets to be here with me. Time's are just really tough for both of us right now and it isn't good timing at the moment. Hopefully as things calm down and return to normal, Dammie will get to be here with me finally. Then he'll be bugging me during my morning routine everyday... Oh No! lol 
I did my morning routine then Dammie and I talked, we talked while I worked the Mechanical Turk program. And did some of my chores. He had soccer training today and he sent me some photos from his training. He's so adorable. I honestly don't know what I would do without my dorkie. 
At 5 AM I felt my fever going back up again. It's been fluctuating since I got sick about five or so days ago now. Right when I think I'm getting better my body comes back and attacks me harder. I do have 5 autoimmune diseases. And I do take immune suppressant medication to treat it. So my immune system I'd like to say is a work in progress, they have a bit of a temper lol. 
Fell asleep for six bloody hours! I wasn't expecting that to say the least. But my body had just completely shut down. By the time I woke up my glands in my neck were so swollen it hurt to move my neck. 
My Dad had come in said my medication was ready to be picked up and asked if I wanted to go. Since I needed some things from the store, I decided I needed to get up and go. 
I ended up having some really nice quality time with my Dad. We went to the pharmacy to pick up my prescription along with some cold medicine. While there I found some cinnamon pine cones that I simply couldn't say no to. I want to bring as much of the holiday spirit in me right now as possible because dude needs it right now. 
We went to McDonalds for some lunch at that point. I got 2 plain double cheeseburgers and I removed the bun since can't eat that lol. But my pugs enjoy that I can't eat it hehe. They're all happy to share my french fries. 
Got home placed the pine cones all around the house. Now when I walk around I smell the cinnamon and it makes me smile. I feel warm inside. It's a beautiful feeling this time of year. It's like the light in all the darkness. 
Spent a lot of time with my pugs. Dad and I ate our food while watching some crime shows on TV. I'm not one for TV at all, but I will sit down on occasion and watch a show or two with my Dad, because he loves his shows. It's a nice quality time I get with my father that I truly cherish. My pugs sat on my knee as they begged me for another french fry. I didn't mind they just weren't allowed my frap. That's for Mamma only lol. 
My Dad went upstairs to get ready for work, so I came in my room to spend some time with the kitty. I made my doctors appointments like I should've done a week ago. Gotta love the ADHD procrastination. But hey! I did it and I'm proud of myself <3
Dammie had fallen asleep. I wasn't tired since I slept so much. My sleep schedule right now is non existent. Being sick, depressed and having so much going on at different hours. I sleep when I can and I'm up when I'm up. It isn't the most healthy way to live, but it's what I got right now, so I must roll with it. 
Worked more on the Mechanical Turk program. Not as much work was available today as I would've liked to see. But I took what I could get and made sure to get it all done. Every little bit counts right?
Made some vegan mac and cheese later on in the day. Not a vegan, I used to be. But I still have a few staples I like to go back to now and then. While eating I sat and watched my skincare Youtube videos. I love skincare!! It's one of my passions. I truly enjoy every little bit of it. So sitting down watching Hyram on Youtube was a nice part of my day. 
Sat down had my favorite tea, which is the brand Stash and it's their orange spice! If you're a tea drinker.... OMG!!! You're going to love it! It's absolutely so delicious. It's my all time favorite tea, I'm always going back to it. 
Scrolled through socials while laying in bed and chatting with my friend Frost. It wasn't until around 5PM where I finally called it a day and was like I need to go to bed. 
I expected to sleep a good long time, but nope I was up at 11PM lol. 
Today wasn't a very eventful day, just trying to get better from being sick. But a day is a day, and every day deserves to be documented. No matter how boring it may be. Like I said in my introduction, not all of my life is exciting. But I'm always honest and straight forward. 
Take care of yourselves please. It's a very sicky time right now. Triple pandemicroo and all. So be safe, get lots of sleep, drink your water or I'll find you and water you like one of my plants! Hehe Bye! <3

- Salem