Running on empty

This sore throat and sniffle might not be COVID or RSV, but whatever it is, it is certainly making me feel incredibly tired and miserable. What started as a sore throat has now turned into a constant cough, sniffling, and generally feeling pretty ordinary. Last night was probably the worst. I spent half the night awake, either coughing, trying to clear my throat, or dealing with a blocked then runny nose. Every time I felt as though I was finally drifting off to sleep, another coughing fit would start. Nothing is quite like lying awake in the middle of the night, knowing that lack of sleep will only make you feel worse the next day.

I managed to get through today, though I certainly wasn’t at full capacity. Now that dinner is over, the tiredness has really caught up with me. I feel completely drained, and the thought of doing anything remotely productive tonight has vanished. Sometimes the best thing to do when I’m sick is admit defeat and go to bed. Tonight feels like one of those nights. I’m hoping an early night, plenty of rest and a decent sleep will make a difference. Right now, though, my body is making it clear it’s had enough.