November 26

Modern medicine is what I am thankful for today.  I broke down and went to the doctor.  After some poking, prodding and listening/talking about the inventions of Ben Franklin (yes, my doctor is an interesting sort!), I don't really have a diagnosis, but I know that my throat is extremely red ("any redder, and it would be bleeding") and the worst he has seen in awhile and that I am contagious.  I also know that he prescribed an antibiotic and a high-powered cough medicine, so therefore, I know that in all likelihood I will be feeling much better by this this time tomorrow!  I also should no longer be contagious, so I should be able to continue with my actual life activities!!