Leaving soon with a cold :o(

Connie · Post by **Connie** » Sun Nov 04, 2007 7:38 am

Pretty soon I won't even have a countdown!

On the 10th betweeen after we take the ferry over to STJ, we'll be writing in the sand about 8:30-8:30. Going over to rent from Noah's Arks. If somebody can't take a shot of that so we can see it when we get back, it would be appreciated.

Bad news is I've started a cold, which usually leaves me with a bad chest cold. I'm off to by some Zicam and I hope it works.

Coden · Post by **Coden** » Sun Nov 04, 2007 7:49 am

Hang in there, Connie and good idea about dousing yourself up with some meds. Try zinc oxide. I'm a firm believer of it.

Only 3 more days for you!!

naturegirl · Post by **naturegirl** » Sun Nov 04, 2007 11:51 am

I use goldenseal and echinacea and the first sign of a cold. It usually does the trick!

ccasebolt · Post by **ccasebolt** » Sun Nov 04, 2007 5:41 pm

Connie if nothing else, the warm weather and sunshine will have you feeling great in no time!

Connie · Post by **Connie** » Sun Nov 04, 2007 6:28 pm

ccasebolt, that's what I'm hoping for.

Now husband is feeling a cold coming on. We're not going to let this get to us.

When I leave work at 5 on Tuesday, I'm officially on vacation!!!

BPT · Post by **BPT** » Sun Nov 04, 2007 6:45 pm

Connie - I think salt water has tremendous healing power. This spring I went down with a head cold. As soon as I got there I went in the ocean, swam under water blowing out through my nose for as long as I could. Next morning I felt better. Did it again the second day and that was the end of my cold. So if you still have the cold in 3 days, give it a try! Have a great trip.

Maryanne · Post by **Maryanne** » Mon Nov 05, 2007 8:07 am

Try Blockade, by New Chapter.
Best to take right at the beginning, though.

I nipped a cold virus right in the bud last Tuesday. Was fine and healthy by the time I went away Thursday.

naturegirl · Post by **naturegirl** » Mon Nov 05, 2007 8:11 am

Connie-It mus be going around-My husband just caught one and I'm trying to be extra deligent to prevent me getting one before vaca. Have an amazing vacation! Feel better!

augie · Post by **augie** » Mon Nov 05, 2007 8:33 am

Connie - hope the cold doesn't last long enough to slow you down.

Try drowning it in rum...

Ksea · Post by **Ksea** » Mon Nov 05, 2007 4:31 pm

Connie, I ALWAYS get a cold or a sore throat before vacation. I think its stress, excitement, nerves, whatever...I bet the minute you land you will be feeling much better!

Connie · Post by **Connie** » Tue Nov 06, 2007 8:14 am

Hanging in there. Cold isn't too bad. I think that Zicam is helping alot.

Looking forward to getting in that warm sun!!

pjayer · Post by **pjayer** » Tue Nov 06, 2007 8:48 am

Hope you and hubby get well soon and enjoy your trip. I've found the warm salt air always makes everything better, including those pesty sinuses. Have fun.

onthelake · Post by **onthelake** » Tue Nov 06, 2007 9:07 am

The sunshine should make you feel better fast ...
Have a great time!!!

LysaC · Post by **LysaC** » Tue Nov 06, 2007 9:52 am

I always seem to get a cold right before any major event- including all four trips to STJ as well as my wedding!!

My Dr. reccomended Sudafed, Ibuprofen (Advil) and a nasal spray (Afrin) for the flying. Worked like a charm!

After 24 hours on-island, I was almost 100%. The sun, the humidity and the salt air really does do wonders!!

Teresa · Post by **Teresa** » Tue Nov 06, 2007 10:53 am

My little recommendation for your cold is this: first of all take your vitamins. We also take a time release vitamin C caplet. Wards off a lot of illness. Before flying and vacationing, buy some Airborne. It is a big dose of vitamins that boost your immune system. My husband travels once a month to the islands and has not got sick since taking Airborne. I like the night time Airborne as you make it hot and it tastes like hot cider. Hopefully that warm humid air will help you a lot! Good luck and have a good vacation.

Teresa

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