I haven't slept for more than two hours each night for the past five days, and it's not because I had some internet task to perform that kept me up so late each night. I'm keeping an eye on my loved ones. My wife and three children are all unwell right now, and I need to stay awake to keep an eye on them and provide the necessary care.
This is a difficult time in my life, and it seems strange to me that everyone in my family is unwell at the same time. I'm not the sort to believe in superstitions; instead, my faith has always been in my creator, who is also my helper, and this is the God I worship. But, this time, I start to wonder whether it's possible that this is a coordinated attack against me.
Because of a series of events in my life leading up to the period when my family members were ill one after the other, I have my reasons for thinking that way. The way everything unfolded was so unusual that I began to suspect something was wrong; how could the entire family be sick at the same time? That's unusual.
You may not comprehend what I'm trying to say, but if you understand the order and way in which this incident occurred, as well as the circumstances that preceded it, you'll have a better comprehension of my tale. I am a believer in God and have no regard for evil, but when others start pointing fingers at you and attempting to find flaws in you just because you are succeeding beyond their wildest dreams, you know something is wrong.
This may seem a little strange, but I believe they are all connected. We went to our business offices last week for our monthly board meeting with other coworkers. We have a cash contribution that we do every month in that meeting to help each other, and it was my turn to get the contribution last month, which was around $500. I aimed to put the money toward a building project I started last year and told my coworkers about. When the money was delivered to me, I saw some displeasure from some of my coworkers; none of them offered the typical congratulatory congratulations to the person who had received the money. This was weird to me, but I kept my cool and went about my business.
After we returned home, my wife became ill the next morning. That evening, I took her to the medical health center for treatment. My last child was brought home from school sick the next day. Now that I'm dealing with two sick people, I took the child back to the same health center to see the doctor, who gave me a prescription for medicine that I had to pay for. As if this wasn't enough, my first son got unwell the next day and had to be brought home from school. The next morning, the younger brother became unwell as well, leaving my entire family sick in bed. To me, this is a bizarre set of circumstances and one that is also mysterious.
It's been five days, and I haven't had the opportunity to lie down in bed for more than two hours each night, which is unusual for me. I have to stay up all night to keep an eye on them and provide them with the care they require. This appears to be a test of faith for me, but I continue to smile as I look up to my maker, who is also my helper and redeemer, to assist me by mending my family members.
I've spent a lot of money on medicine and other necessities for them. I'm responsible for their meals, which are quite selective at this time, and this may be really stressful. If you've ever cared for a sick person, you'll understand what I'm going through right now. My wife is in pain from her illness and my kids are suffering as well.
Now, the money that I planned to use on my building project is running out every passing moment since I must get them whatever is needed for them to recover quickly. Now you see why I said that this situation is mysterious and that it seems like a calculated attack against me?
It's not even the money that I am concerned about right now but the well-being of my family members, their speedy recovery from this strange illness so that there will be joy and happiness in my house once again. The mental stress is getting much hold on me, I hope I won't break down soon. Oh, God saves me from this ordeal.
I want you to know that I am praying for them to get well quickly, and I am giving thanks to God for the good fortune that he has bestowed upon me. I will never forget the blessing of meeting you, my BCH Nigerian forum friends who have extended their prayers and wishes to my family, the club 1 BCH members, and the many people who will read this and say a word of wishes and prayers for my family. God bless you all.
It sounds strange to me too they all got sick right after each other. Can be some sort of a virus. Incubation is 2-3 days and getting better generally speaking an average of 10 days.
Your wife must be seriously ill if she can't do anything after 5 days. Does your family have an appetite?
I hope the medication will work (against a virus is no medication only immune system).
I don't know if it's available but Nurofen can help against pain, child, fever, sore throat too. We take vitamin D, iodine, Vitamin C.
I hope you find some more time to rest. Two hours of sleep is not healthy.
Ps, envy changes people into monsters. Once you and your family are healthy it's time to talk with these coworkers. If there's no goodness in them they should be replaced.
Is there anyone who can be trusted and give you a hand for a change? Blessings for you dear friend.ππ