Well, I went to the Dr., and he said I had a 1st degree burn on my legs. Some people at work said it might be sun poisioning due to the swelling. I have hypochondriac tendencies, so I went to get seen. Anyway, he gave me 3 days off work (it ties into my weekend, so I have 5 days off SWEET) and drugs. The swelling has gone down dramaticlly, but it's still very painful to get up and walk. My kitty came to visit me, and accidentally tore my skin. Then there was some liquid oozing out. EWW! So, I think I will be peeling soon, and hopefully it will be all over. Since, I am getting next to no activity (I'm pretty much bed-ridden), I'm almost positive that when it's all said and done, I'll have gained weight. I'm kinda bummed, but I am determined to keep pushing forward despite this set back! A few years ago, I woulda said to heck with it, and gave up. I'm glad I got a handel on my "all or nothing" thinking.

I got sun poisoning years ago, back in 1990 when I was pregnant with my oldest child. We had spent the 4th of July at the beach having a grand time and I can't recall wearing any sunscreen. Silly me. It was so awful, the swelling and pain...just terrible. So, I am seriously feeling for you! I am glad to hear that you aren't going to let it get you down though. Keep on hanging in there, it'll be better soon!

ouch! i hope you feel better!