Holed up
I’ve been under house arrest all weekend and then some, due to the insipid bird flu or whatnot. Since I’m convinced this stupid ailment doesn’t really exist, it’s started existing less and less, especially today, but I’m still holed up, relying on DD’s generocity to cook me Italian dinners and special soup and bring me coffee and Thai food. I have a theory which I’ll always hold to: when sick, don’t change ANYTHING about your normal diet. Food has no impact on health; it’s all psychological. That said, I’ve happily continued to indulge in N.’s Godiva dark chocolate truffles, chocolate brioches, dark roast decaf, cookies, ice cream, wild mushroom ravioli, etc., etc.
It’s freezing outside, they tell me, and I can feel it through the walls. I’m leaving the country for a big trip in five days and I’m not at all fully prepared, but I suppose one never is. Any advice for the shopping list? So far I’ve got bug repellent, water purification powder, mosquito netting, duct tape, sunglasses, power bars…it’s all very daunting. I want to pack the smallest bag possible and just go, take lots of moving photos, stay healthy-minded, etc. But suggestions are always helpful. Danke.