Pain in the Neck

Yesterday, I stayed home from work and took a sick day. It was a strange day for me, because when I take sick days, there are usually two reasons: 1) I have a bad cold, flu, or some other malady; or 2) I need a “mental health” day (a.k.a.- I-am-feeling-so-overwhelmed-that-I-will-soon-be-sick-so-I-had-better-take-a-day-off-to-avoid-that scenario. My mother taught me at a young age that mental health days are valid if not used too often.)

But this time, I was home for a different reason. I hurt my neck somehow, and everything, even laying down was painful! I spent a strange day trying to get comfortable and wishing we had a TV on the ceiling.

I also made a few observations:

First, I am not sure I can watch the Real Housewives of New York City anymore. This used to be my favorite of the “Housewives” series, but the ladies are taking it to an all time low. Bethany and Jill feuding? Using speakerphone as a weapon? The crying, shrieking, fighting and jabbing…I turned off the TV feeling stressed out! D even remarked, “When are the housewives of New Jersey coming back??” Whoa.

Second, these are the best things ever invented!! There is only one reason I was able to get into work day, and it was the Bengay patch. However, D driving me to work didn’t hurt either.

Third, we have no good pillows in our home! Pillows are not something I think to spend much money on, but I am starting to rethink this position. After all, they are something you use every night. My doctor mentioned an orthopedic pillow like this one. Does anyone use pillows like this? Do they work?

Happy Tuesday!