under the weather...but on the mend

Well, I certainly hope these past couple of weeks have treated you better than me.

Last Wednesday, I came down with what I thought was just a slight cough. By Thursday, I realized I had the full on flu. My entire body ached, I had a fever and felt extremely sick. I quickly set up camp on our new sofa - of which you have a glimps above.

{Can't show you the rest yet, as it is completely covered in old sheets, blankets and pillows, since I have barely left that spot for the last several days.}

Well, the flu lasted long enough...and just when I thought it couldn't get any worse, it did.

My symptoms changed, and I came down with the most unbearable cough {which has kept me up very late, even into the early morning hours, ever since}.

I finally got myself to the doctor where it was confirmed that I now had bronchitis. Thankfully, I received some meds, and have been on them for a few days now and am hoping to recover soon. Now my sides are aching something fierce, but my cough seems to be subsiding a little.

Josh recently brought me home a beautiful bouquet of hydrangeas, which brightened my day when he walked in with them.

With being sick and keeping up with Etsy, I haven't had much time for decorating, which has made me a little depressed.

I so love decorating for the holidays.

I did start placing some items around that make me happy when I look at them...some recent acquisitions like this transferware dish. I just love it...

And I was delighted when I unpacked my ironstone pottery...haven't seen these in about 10 months!

And Josh found this great little covered dish recently with faces on both sides and the lid...

So, I have all the works to decorate beautifully...now just need the time and strength to do it! Sigh...

Yesterday, after basically being able to accomplish nothing for 8 straight days, I got restless and started creating again. It felt good to get things made and not just sit and watch Hallmark Christmas movies all day {although I am still enjoying those as I create}.

Here are few of the new items I came up with during my time on the sofa...

Last year, my rag ball ornaments were my most popular seller so those are back in burlap, white linen and natural linen...

And they are now available in several new styles...including white burlap, red ticking and pink cotton...

I have also whipped up some vintage inspired holiday banners...with more coming soon...

And have some other holiday items up my sleeve that will be coming in the next few days. I do hope you will stop by my Etsy shop to check them all out! Just click below to view the full Holiday Collection...

 

Till next time...I'll just be on the mend ;)

  

Comments

[Julie Marie Vicknair]

Oh Alice, I am so sorry you have been so sick! I hope you are on the mend... okay, I have to tell you a no~fail cure for your cough... Apricot Brandy... works every time... just sit and sip a little and it instantly quiets your cough and soothes your throat... I learned this many years ago, and it has never failed yet... I feel so bad you had to go through this, especially with the holidays upon us... your new creations are beautiful! I can't wait to see how you decorate your new home this year for the holidays... please get well soon... I am sure sweet little Renoir has not left your side... much love and happy thoughts to you... xoxo Julie Marie

[Laura @ 52 FLEA]

Glad you are starting to feel better! Love your transferware and ironstone!
Happy Thanksgiving!
:)

[Kerryanne English]

Sorry to hear you've been so unwell Alice. I hope you contiue to improve quickly now you have the meds. At least you are getting some lovely crafting in.
Warm get well hugs ~ Kerryanne

[Megan Chamberlain]

I hope you are getting better, it is not nice being ill at this time of the year. I love the new photos of your home and your new creations are wonderful.

[Sheila R]

Hope you are feeling back to yourself soon! Your ironstone is gorgeous!

Have a wonderful weekend!

[Claudia]

Feel better, Alice! I'm so sorry you've been hit by the flu/bronchitis. I admire your beautiful creations, especially since you created them while sick!

xo
Claudia

[Leah C]

Oh sweet Alice, I am sooo sorry you've been ill...the flu is just dreadful!! Hope you are feeling well & back to your "old" self soon:) If you get a minute, please come over to my blog 'cuz I'm "talkin'" about ya{and a few others}. Wishing you a very Happy Thanksgiving!! P.S. Love, love the ironstone and hydrangeas:) And "look" for me in your shop;)

[Shana]

Sorry that you've been sick. Glad to hear that you are starting to feel better - hopefully you'll be completely well before Turkey Day. I'm off to check out the new items in your shop. :)

[maren]

Dear Alice, i hope you are feeling better now... lots of greetings and all the best,
maren

[Thespoena McLaughlin]

Sorry you've been ill, flu is the worst. It won't be long and you'll be decorating like crazy and feeling the happy Holiday spirit.

[Lolo]

Oh poo! I always hate getting sick because while I am laying around like a sicky sloth I just think about all of the things that I could be doing with all that time! Take care of yourself my dear (Im sure the hydrangeas were the perfect cure :).
I did stop by yesterday and checked out your new creations - love them all! Im thinking of getting the set of rag balls (even tho I wont really be decorating this year because of the remodel). I have to treat myself to some holiday pretty, right?! Thats how we all stay sane ;)
Big hugs girlie -
XOX
Lolo

[polly dove]

Being sick is the worst at Holiday time ... and unfortunately it happens all too often because of the weather change! Glad you are on the mend now though. I ADORE all of your holiday balls - so FUN!

[Chatelaine]

Hope you are now feeling better. You have some lovely itmes in your shop. Looking forward to seeing more holiday decor in your home.

[Bettsi]

Hi Alice, I'm sorry to hear you've been sick and hope you are feeling much better. I was salivating through the Old Painted Cottage Archives and was so happy to find you! I love your aesthetic and to discover you have a blog and shops, oh my! I've added you to my blog roll and look forward to seeing the new beautiful things you create. Best wishes for a terrific and Healthy holiday season!

[Janean]

awwww alice, hope you are better soon....you will be IF you can rest like the doctor probably told you. REST. REST. REST and take care.

adore your photos....white and creamy!

[June]

Hi Alice,
I am so sorry to hear you've had that awful flu. I am really glad you are starting to feel human again.
Your photos are beautiful my friend.
hugs

[Dore]

Eeeeeh! I was feeling sick just hearing you talk on how sick you were.
I told my daughter we just can't get sick this winter :P

Love your photo's very personal and speak to the heart. Get well, and back to what you do best, creating, inspiring and taking beautiful photo's.

xx
Dore

[Lisa Super]

Oh Alice, I hope you're feeling better soon. I must say, you are one productive girl even when you're not well!

[Mike]

You're sick and you get all this done? How do you do it?