Not COVID

It's not COVID (3 tests later), just a cold with a cough.  I slept well last night -- first time in a couple of weeks.  Hopefully, that will help recovery.  I'm not surprised I'm sick.  Shingles hits immune system, hubby was sick and I was in a crowded city.  I wore a mask on all public transportation, but not in stores or restaurants.  

Taking it easy again today.  My body has been through a lot and rest is #1 priority.  

Let's chat books.  

I only read 2 books on vacation.  "The Sun Also Rises" (Hemingway).  Most of the book takes place in Madrid so it was fitting selection for the train ride to Madrid.  Quick and depressing read, but a classic.  On the flight home I read a really nice book.  Sweet, coming-of-age kind of story.  "Mary Jane" (Jessica Anya Beau).

I picked up a hold from the library yesterday.  I have no idea where the recommendation came from.  My brain is toast right not.  

Started a new series yesterday on Netflix.  The Diplomat.  It's a fun one.  I'll probably finish it today since it's a sofa surf kind of afternoon.

Strange little plant from Trader Joe's bloomed.  Other one is getting ready.  No water -- just set by a window.  I also have a few radishes that grew while I was gone.  I ate them before I took a picture, but a few more are still cooking.  

One of my FS intentions for Spain was to shop vintage souvenirs.  We stayed in an apartment in Madrid that was just up the street from a little vintage shop.  The shortest, oldest little couple ran the store with the help of their son.  The older gentleman wore a 3 piece suit every day.  I got two little dishes -- could've done much more shopping if I could've brought it home.  I also found a vintage scarf from the Hipster neighborhood -- so much fun vintage when you look for it.

I'm dreaming of feeling better next week.  Maybe I'll finally have all things feeling good at once.  No plans this week -- focus on doing what feels okay and putzing around a little outside.  I'm feeling grateful that I can do nothing and relax.  I remember the days when I had to push, sick or not -- work, raising kids, etc.

Have a good day.  Later gators.