What I Did Today

Hey there,

How is quarantine treating you? It hasn't been particularly pleasant for me either; now that the heat is rising to unnatural levels...

                                             

For me; summer=illness

I have always dreaded summer. I compulsorily manage to fall ill in summer. It's like some routine. It never fails to happen. I guess it has a lot more to do with my inherent dread and hatred for heat rather than the actual toll heat takes on people. My mom used to tell me always: "You just have to get used to it you know...after all you were born into a hot country." But the problem is; even if I somehow manage to calm myself down, try to be more accepting of the sultry summer months, my body never does. Rashes erupt. Daily headaches. Painful burns on the skin. And most importantly, sweat accumulation which ironically leads to a cold. But all these happen when you actually get out of your home. Hence, I was happily under the impression that this year, the unwelcomed guests would give me a miss. Turns out, I was wrong!!!!

Although the aforementioned devils decided to leave me alone, this time my stomach betrayed me. I lost all my appetite and the sight of food made me feel sick. So; in short, I wasn't feeling particularly sunny; contrary to the weather outside. 

                                           

Seem to be spending most days gloomily; ostensibly bored.

As per ritual nevertheless; I practised some Spanish. But then I was in a total loss for things to do. I slipped into boredom and gloominess. At some point, when I was almost on the verge of tears; thinking about the horrible predicament, we are in these days...something popped into my mind. 

Quickly I opened up YouTube and started blitzing through videos on dogs. Surprisingly enough; I didn't feel so horrible anymore. I laughed and giggled as the heaviness started to lift off my chest. Times may not be too conducive to our happiness right now, but watching dogs somehow made me forget the grim circumstances enveloping us.

And so the rest of the day I pondered on the inherent abilities of man's best friend. I have always loved dogs. I mean how can you not love them? Bubbly and joyful creatures that have the capacity of showing so much love!!! Always entertaining you with their antics! Loving you so much more than you ever will love yourself. I kept on laughing merrily; feeling good at last.

Thanking all the happy doggos that turned my day around; I finally went to bed with a smile slapped across my formerly droopy face. May you awesome creatures stay happy and safe! Amen.

                                        

Thank you, dear friend. Thank you for making me smile every day! Love you.