Aches and pains
Fevers and sore throats
Remembering my childhood illnesses
How I would use a fever
As an excuse to go to the nurse's office
Sleeping on uncomfortable cots with paper towels on the pillow
As if the paper towel could protect me from germs
Happily waiting for my mom to pick me up and tuck me in
Resting on my couch
Sipping lemon ginger tea
Willing myself well
No parents to take care of me
Just a thousands of cups of tea