Put one foot in front of the other

[Elly4]

So, way back at the beginning of my threads, when Mr. Bond was trying to get my whole situation out, I mentioned that last year I was diagnosed with an autoimmune disease. Because of this, I can catch things easily. This has been going on for years, but they finally discovered why.

My H has always been very caring and eager to take care of me when sick. When he first BD, he mentioned that he couldn't imagine not taking care of me physically or mentally and it caused him not to be able to discover who he is. That was one of those stinging comments because I didn't think I required too much care. Mostly I was self sufficient, but I think I overused the "Can you do me a favor" thing. When I've brought it up to him since he has said that I never asked for much, but he always wanted to help out. He would stay home from work some days after the baby was born if I got sick, so I wouldn't have to handle being sick and taking care of another. Essentially I got lazy when I got sick. At least that's how I feel honestly.

So, I got sick while on vacation and today was diagnosed with pneumonia and put on bed rest. He texted to ask what the doctor said and when I told him, he immediately said he would take the week off to watch over our son.

My 180? I told him I could handle it, and he shouldn't take any time off. If he wanted to help, he could be home on time so that he could go for a walk or play with our son, but I was all set. I could tell it surprised him, so good. Now I just have to not cave in when he offers to get me things from the kitchen.