Spent the last 48 or so hours in bed with alternating (or mostly, simultaneous) chills and heat waves plus the resulting soaking wet sheets. And with a constant reminder from the body that wandering outside of a five foot radius from the bathroom is really not a good idea right now. I had malaria once, a few years ago in Africa and luckily, I know this isn't malaria, just good old fashioned food poisoning. Which is basically good news.
Just woke up from a dream that included Sean Connery, Smokey, and my mom telling me to keep drinking fluids (they are right).
As an old Asian hand, Agnes, I recommend checking in with a doctor. Just to make sure it's nothing too nasty. But you've been a busy traveler, so you've done well to stay healthy this far.:-)
Best wishes to get well soon.
Posted by: Ian Stewart | January 07, 2013 at 01:10 AM
Oh, get well soon Agnes. This is no good!
And yes, drink a lot of fluids :)
Posted by: Reenie | January 07, 2013 at 01:12 AM
Yes lots of fluid and the doctor too if not better very soon I hope <3!
Posted by: Michelle | January 07, 2013 at 01:30 AM
And along with the fluids and the doctor, maybe let the doctor read your blog, just to let him know what you've been eating... and from where. Just a thought. You be careful young lady.
Posted by: Bill Friday | January 07, 2013 at 07:19 AM
My oldest had food poisoning due to a stupid BIL who thought he could cook a turkey! LOL.. Told my kids the next time they are invited to tell him they are vegetarians or better yet- refuse the invite. Yep lots of fluids! and when u can lemon tea or peppermint tea may ease your stomach.
Posted by: chris | January 07, 2013 at 07:25 AM
Get well soon Agnes!
Posted by: Marty Coleman, The Napkin Dad | January 07, 2013 at 07:36 AM
Yikes - that's awful. We had a hideous flu attack the family over the holidays here - yuck. Hope you feel better soon! *hugs*
Posted by: Jemi Fraser | January 07, 2013 at 07:42 AM
Get well soon, Agnes. These days, stomach bugs are built to take the life out of u, so please do see a doctor.
Posted by: Bins | January 07, 2013 at 07:55 AM
I am not doctor but isn't it symptoms of gastroenteritis ?
Whatever, I hope sincerely you'll be soon better and ready to prepare new journeys <3
Posted by: darside69 | January 07, 2013 at 07:56 AM
48 hours later-----and I am so glad you're feeling better! Read the comments and figured I better let everyone know. I also booked you for a massage---Just for good luck.
Posted by: Ernie | January 07, 2013 at 08:27 AM
Thank you everyone! I am already a lot better than I was yesterday so I am sure in another 24 hours I'll be as good as new.
Posted by: agnes | January 07, 2013 at 08:34 AM
Ugh, hate those. Good to see you're feeling better. I just came down with a cold. Blech. Just have to get through the day then I'm going home to bed.
Posted by: Francine | January 07, 2013 at 09:06 AM
Get well soon Agnes!
Posted by: Dori | January 07, 2013 at 09:30 AM
Are you back in Florida yet? Glad to hear that you feel better!
Posted by: Robyn | January 07, 2013 at 11:28 AM
Every day may not be good, but there's something good in every day :)
Posted by: Jan | January 07, 2013 at 03:00 PM
I'm so glad to read that you're feeling better in the comments. Thank goodness!!
Posted by: Heather Landry | January 07, 2013 at 03:41 PM
Glad to hear you're feeling better. I hate stomach bugs :(
Posted by: Loree | January 07, 2013 at 04:25 PM
good goddess - i've been away from the blogworld for a few weeks and come back to find you've traveled halfway across the world. i've been reading your latest posts and am in awe of your current journey. sending healing wishes so that you can continue on across deserts and neon-filled cities and tell more wondrous tales so the rest of us can travel vicariously along with you :))
Posted by: Amanda | January 07, 2013 at 05:10 PM
@Robyn: Happy New Year my friend!!! I'm in K.L. (Malaysia).
Posted by: agnes | January 07, 2013 at 06:23 PM
Ugh! I hope you feel better soon!! I had food poisoning once and will never, ever forget it!
Posted by: Barbara | January 07, 2013 at 09:50 PM
Sounds like classic Delhi Belly or some such - hope it only lasts the supposed 24 hours and you get on the mend fast. Maybe try some electrolytes along with dry toast - get well soon !!
Posted by: kate_woods | January 08, 2013 at 12:05 AM
Hope you feel better soon!
Posted by: barbara | January 08, 2013 at 05:11 PM
Hope you are hale and hearty now, Agnes:)
Posted by: Rahul | January 10, 2013 at 02:43 AM
I'm packing a bag--but why bother? From your description, Thai pants and big shirts would do fine. You are enjoying the food. Your photos give you away. They belong on the food channel. Very enticing.
Posted by: linda roth | January 11, 2013 at 09:02 AM
@Linda: Big pants + small shirt (or small pants + big shirt) is a very workable formula in my humble opinion. Scarves are another resourceful option, they make great shirts, skirts AND hats. And sometimes, bags.
Posted by: agnes | January 11, 2013 at 11:26 AM
ack!!! food poisoning!!! luckily your three doctors give excellent advice, so hopefully your agony was short lived! i just hope they don't charge dreamy rates for housecalls, that's all... imagine the bill for that, eh??!! :) :) :)
Posted by: lauren | January 31, 2013 at 09:33 AM
Glad you are feeling better. Take care Agnes!!!
Posted by: Nancy | January 31, 2013 at 10:38 AM