First, Happy New Year!
Second - I am not a doctor or a nurse and I do not play either on any TV commercials, but I think that you should go to the ER.
I’m reluctant to say this because I, for one, can’t stand going to the doctor because they always want to give me medication and I won’t take it, so it’s a waste of their time and my money. However, I really think you need to have both the cough and the headache looked into.
I am considering that course of options. The headache hasn’t exceeded something I’ve had before, even in the time frame. But I am considering it.
To all of us who have family members who send out political missives, y’all can be proud of me. I hate confrontation and normally avoid it. I literally walk away (but harbor resentment about it). Well, earlier today, my conservative brother sent out an epistle with which I agree. But he sent it to the entire family. My liberal brother, who lives in Chicago and WHO LURKS HERE FROM TIME-TO-TIME (HIYA, BRO), answered him just a few minutes ago. That was also sent to the entire family.
It has started. So, I decided to confront both of them. This is the letter I just sent to the entire family:
Happy New Year!
Dear members of my family. I love and respect you all. I have a request.
Because we hold to different political persuasions, and
Because this has been a particular divisive and painful election, and
Because I do not recall me sending to you all any letters reflecting my
political bent (although I’m sure you know where I stand),
I therefore request and beseech you, to
NOT SEND ME ANY POLITICAL LETTERS SNIPING AT EITHER PARTY.
Thank you,
Mary
What think you all? Was I respectful and considerate to everyone? Did I attempt to control their actions outside of where it affects me? Was it accusatory more to one side than another? Frankly, I don’t blame the one brother for answering the other. I could feel it coming.
I also realize your responses to me are a bit moot. I already hit the “send” button. But tell me anyway.