Although not nearly as bad as my husband got it, I caught the virus from him regardless. I do feel taking my 4 thieves, and drinking a good amount of water kept me from getting it as bad as him.
However, I was unprepared for waking up ill, as far as food goes. I realized, after resting for several hours, that I needed to go tend the hens. It was the worst, cold and windy day outside as well. Yes, I did it in pajamas and muck boots, but left the other chores for my husband after he got home.
The only soup on hand was home canned tomato soup, but I did have broth. I always make sure we have ginger in the freezer. You can freeze it.
How to Freeze Ginger (is in this post)
I am out in the boonies, so to ask a friend to come by was out of the question, so it all got me thinking. I also have a limited amount of family, and they all work full time. It's not like I can get door dash either. I need to be better prepared in regards to food a sick person may need, when by themselves. I am prepared otherwise.
I also, wanted to make myself homemade ginger-ale for my stomach, and had ran out of limes (no lime juice in the freezer either). I am thinking of making a batch of the actual ginger-ale syrup, and freezing that for emergency needs.
According to my research, simple syrup can be frozen, but my homemade ginger-ale recipe contains honey too. Has anyone had experience with freezing homemade ginger-ale syrup (with the fresh lemon/lime juices added)?
Teas, and medical supplies were on hand, but I will make sure the food/drink list is checked off and well on hand for easy access. It all got me thinking, because I have always been the one to take care of others my entire life, but my husband was the one to tend to me when I was sick (and he was at work).
I did have our 4 thieves on hand, but to take it, you typically want something in your stomach (as it contains garlic).
I am off to make a list as I think things over. If you have something you have on hand, that I am not thinking of, please comment below. Or a food/medicinal item to freeze.
Caught the Virus © November 2024 by Kristina at Pioneer Woman at Heart
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This is food for thought. I do keep cans of chicken noodle soup for an emergency feeling gross day. And I always have tea bags of lemon ginger herbal tea (which does help)
I really need to stock up on some things to keep on hand at all times.
Blessings,
Betsy
I need to get our “sick box” ready for duty. So far so good but I usually get sick in Jan/Feb. It’s coming…🤢