Day of Hope #85
Monday January 13 – Day of Hope #85
Goal: Relax and recover
Quote: “Sometimes it just feels so good to just sit by yourself, relax, and not talk to anyone.” - Unknown
Today, I took the day off work, even though I’d already used four sick days the previous week. But I truly needed this time. A “me” day.
I started the morning with a long, soothing Epsom salt bath. Afterward, I headed out to run a few errands, one of which included a stop at Boise Juice. I’ve become a regular there now, but that store means more to me than just a place to grab a drink.
Let me share why.
Just the week before, I was incredibly sick, with what I now believe may have been an early COVID variant, though we didn’t know much about it yet. I couldn’t eat, barely moved, and spent four full days in bed. I set an alarm every four hours just to take ibuprofen for the fever and sip juice from the Boise Juice store. That juice literally sustained me. I had no appetite for food, but those drinks were light, nourishing, and easy to keep down. Looking back, I genuinely believe they helped save my life. I hadn’t been that sick in a decade.
That afternoon, I did something small but meaningful, I finally got my car cleaned. I’d been wanting to do it for months, and today I had the time. I took it to Jay’s Car Wash where they cleaned it inside and out. I’ve always loved the feeling of a clean car. Afterward, I headed home, ready to rest.
I spent the evening watching movies, including one of my favorites, Eat Pray Love by Elizabeth Gilbert. I let myself relax, unwind, and simply be. I went to bed early, grateful for the peace I’d found in just being still.
As I reflected on the day and on everything I’d just come through, I thought about my angel card for the year: Inspiration. I believe this is going to be a good year.
My lesson of hope: If you don’t care for your health, you can’t fully live your life. This life is meant to be embraced, not merely survived. Take the time to heal, to reflect, and to breathe. Because even one day, especially one you give to yourself, can change everything.
