Ten minutes to write. Less time to read.

Yesterday, after having lunch with a couple friends, I went for my annual flu shot at the local Walgreen’s. By the time I got home, the arm that received the vaccine was red and splotchy. This morning it was really achy, as were the rest of my body parts.

I don’t usually react to a flu shot; but, after searching the internet, I learned that the achiness, listlessness, and slight fever I’m experiencing are characteristic of those who do. Evidently this year I am in that category.

So I cancelled my day, took to the couch with a sweatshirt and two blankets, and gave myself what I call a “mental health” day. It may be coincidence, but approximately 24 hours after I got the shot I began to feel better. Tomorrow I plan to resume my regular activities.

But it surely felt good to veg today.