See the relaxed state my face is in? Almost like an instant face-lift.
This is the nap I decided to take when the sore throat from last Sunday turned to laryngitis to possible strep throat (I'm thinking I should have seen a doctor by Thursday).
This is the nap that I announced to the ten year-old, "I am going to lay down while Miss Ky is asleep, hold the fort down, will you?" in a whisper only because that's all I can give. Only Miss Ky wasn't informed and as I touched the top stair, she cried out.
So, this nap began with her in my bed, watching for the 3000th time, The Gruffalo. We soon added A1 and then A2 appeared only minutes later.
They began to bicker.
Miss Ky tried to push A2 (the loudest child of all) off of the bed.
I convinced all three wriggling monsters to join the oldest who was downstairs listening to the Norwich match (that I was too sick to take them to). Within 30 seconds I heard "It's mine, give it back!" loud drumming noises and, "Waaaaah!".
So, this is me. napping. As only I can.
There is almost nothing like being terribly ill and feeling SO tired ad having to remain awake for the little loves who hold you hostage!
ReplyDeleteIt's just not even fair, no matter how you look at it. And the paybacks mount against hubby yet again.
ReplyDeleteI was where you are many, many times and this too, shall pass. Someday. Hopefully.
ReplyDeleteI don't know how you do it! Hope you're feeling better.
Yeah, but you're paid well for it all, right? Haha!!!!!!!
ReplyDeleteDo you know why old people sit in their chairs sleeping all day? They are catching up on naps they missed while they were being held hostage by little ones. Great Post. Thanks for visiting.
ReplyDeleteThat might have been a short nap, but it was packed with beauty sleep. You look great! : )
ReplyDeleteback again . . . my picture for photo hunt is the west spire of the Manti Temple
ReplyDeleteFunny, that's how naps tend to go around here too. ;-) Sorry. You sound like you could have really used it. Hope you feel better soon.
ReplyDeleteSo sorry about that--on the bright side---it looks better than Botox on you! I can fall asleep sitting up--but not the whole--with my eyes wide open thing--you are my new hero!
ReplyDeleteIsn't that always the case when you really need to nap? But I must say, I've never looked as good as you do in that picture when I've tried (and failed) to take a nap!
ReplyDeleteGood Lord - you nap just like me!!!!!!!!
ReplyDeleteHUGS!
That sounds like naptime at my house!
ReplyDeleteI see a face of deep serenity.
ReplyDeleteOoops! that's what kids are for right? constantly reminding us that there are 'better' things to do than burying our heads in our pillow... *eyes rolled*
ReplyDeleteGirl, I wish I could get there and entertain your cuties while you actually slept. Hang in there.
ReplyDeleteDo they sell benadryl in England? While you are sick you can give this drug to your children and THEY will sleep, and then you can sleep.....well no I did not not suggest you drug your children; unless you are absolutely desperate. It is after all only a bit of allergy medicine quite harmless and desperate times call for desperate measures.
ReplyDeleteOr NyQuil.
ReplyDeleteYour boy looks like his dad.
When I was sick and the kids were younger, they were sent to their respective rooms with strict instructions not to come out. Or monsters would eat them. Well, I didn't tell them that. But I should have. Try it and see what you think.
Oh hon, I feel for ya'! For someone so ill, you do look positively radiant. I hope the throat has settled down some now - a friend of mine was unbelivably ill with Strep throat last week, and she one of those who NEVER admits to being ill, if it defeated her, it's got to be nasty.
ReplyDeleteI know it seems a long way off, but once your youngest reaches 12, you will finally be afforded the luxury of dying in peace. (Hugs)
Mothers rarely get naps, but it's so much worse when we REALLY need them and can't have them!
ReplyDeleteAaaaarrrrrgggghhhhhh
ReplyDeleteI know those naps. They're not my favorite kind.
ReplyDeleteHi ~ Boy, do I ever remember those days. This to shall pass. I do wish I could do something to help you out but there is a little surprise for you over at my place. Take care.
ReplyDeleteah, I see you've mastered the challenge of napping while you entertain/break-up-fights/cook/clean/etc/etc/etc.
ReplyDeleteyou rock!! You really do! Hope the sore throat isn't strep, and that it goes away fast, even if it is strep. Good luck!!
Wow! That is some nap! You cold win an oscar! ;)
ReplyDeleteHappy days, congrats!!!
ReplyDeleteOh........ I know the feeling so well! Hope you feel better soon & get that much deserved rest, sleep even!
ReplyDeleteI loved Kayes comment! It's true!
Congratulations on POTD!
Congrats on POTD nomination. Some people just don't seem to need sleep. Hope that you are feeling better soon.
ReplyDeleteThat's brilliant! I am often guilty of taking naps like that Your son is pulling a hilarious face, wonder what is running through his mind? Congrats on the mention from David. Great to discover your site.
ReplyDeleteYour looks don't pity you. Congratulations on POTD...as consolation.
ReplyDeleteDifficult moments, really! This phase too gets over soon!
ReplyDeleteCongrats on the POTD award to you too!:)
You mean you didn't book your days to be ill? And you didn't ask permission either? Oh dear, we mums just can't be doing such things!!!
ReplyDeleteHope you're okay now!
CJ xx
sigh...i sympathize AND empathize...sometimes the kidlets make it so difficult to nap when you--the mom and general--really need it.
ReplyDeleteget better soon!
Oh my I can SO empathise! You poor thing!
ReplyDeleteIt does get better.... honest.
When they leave home. ;0)
Thanks for your visit at mine and congrats to YOU too!
ReplyDeleteOy. I feel you on this kind of nap.
ReplyDeleteIf only we could clock out for a 15 minute break every now and then.
Congrats on POTD and your visit to mine. Its been a hard day and talking of napping it's time to hit the sack. Enjoyed the post.
ReplyDeleteEddie
HA! Love it, faces all three!
ReplyDeleteAnd she shall never sleep, ever, ever again.
Aww poor you. I remember those days well. You look great, asleep .. awake or halfway between the two. Hope you feel much better soon.
ReplyDeleteOh, this has me thinking back to my last few days of being in the warm sun without children...now I'm home..moment gone!!
ReplyDeleteFeeling better?? Hugs
Wow, you can sleep with your eyes open?! Good trick! Wait till they are all teenagers. Then you can take about six naps while they are sleeping in till noon every day. :D
ReplyDeleteHang in there. I hope you've found some time to get some much needed rest by now.