Sunday, March 11, 2012

The Not So Common Cold

Let your guard down and — wham! — here comes the beast of the common cold. I finished my Saturday morning weight workout, and then Teri and I went out to breakfast at our favorite Walla Walla restaurant, the Maple Counter, to celebrate our six-month wedding anniversary. I felt great.

Soon, however, I was starting to drag for no good reason. I was getting extremely crabby and my muscles were getting achy. Still, I kept thinking maybe I was just in some mood phase. We went on a long walk in the sunshine, before the storm hit, to see if that might help matters. It was fun, like usual, a great way to make connections and enjoy what Mother Nature has to offer.

However, I just could not muster any energy, and soon I was getting a sore throat. No denying it. I pride myself in not getting sick often, but now I had to face facts and admit that I was as susceptible as the next guy at getting the common cold.

I figure I have two weeks to suffer this beast before I kick him out of my life. Not for good. But hopefully for a long time. In the meantime, if my body gives the green light, I need to continue my workout regimen so I continue to grow, not decay. Rest is important. Exercise is important. We'll see which wins.

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