I just don't know what to do.

@TriciaW (2441)
United States
June 10, 2007 7:10am CST
I have not been feeling well since late yesterday afternoon and I am supposed to go to my daughters bridal shower this afternoon that is 90 miles away. This is the first time I have been out of bed since yesterday afternoon I am so sick to my stomach and dizzy. It is a shower with her future inlaws and part of me says just go and hope for the best and another part of me says if you get everyone else sick you will awful. I just don't know what to do. I don't want to disappoint her yet I feel like I have been run over by a truck and not sure if I can keep anything down. I am in tears over this. Help what would you do?
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@joyce959 (1559)
• Philippines
10 Jun 07
I guess your daughter would understand if you can't attend her bridal shower because you are sick. It is best that you inform her of your situation / condition so that she won't be expecting you at the occassion and just assure her that you are okay and will just need some rest to recover. I suggest that you call a doctor to see and check on your health and other members in your house who also feel the same way as you do. Well, I hope you get well soon.
@amyann16 (414)
• United States
10 Jun 07
So sorry to hear you are not feeling well. This is a tough dilemma for you. If it were me, I would see if someone could come with me and drive me to the shower. I'd also give my daughter a call and give her the heads up that you are not feeling well but will be making the journey out anyway, but may have to frequently be out of the room to use the restroom, get fresh air, etc. Take care.
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@pinks0da (328)
• Philippines
10 Jun 07
That is hard.. I'm sorry to hear that Tricia. If you don't really feel well don't force yourself to go because that might worsen your sickness. I think your daughter will understand if you will just explain to her about your sickness today.. 90 miles is quite far if you drive yourself to the place, you might feel awful along the way.. that's hard. Maybe you can try to contact her ahead and tell her that you won't be able to come because you are terribly sick and then contact somebody who will be attending the bridal shower or the future inlaws and arrange for a phonepatch so you can give a surprise message and give your wishes to her in one part of the bridal shower. You may not be there physically but she will know then that you really wanted to be there with her and that you love her. Good luck Tricia!
@tad1fan (3367)
• Canada
11 Jun 07
I know this is way to late to answer so I am just writing to see what you did and whether it worked out for you...I'm sure if you decided not to go that your daughter would have understood
@TriciaW (2441)
• United States
11 Jun 07
I ended up going. I slept until 30 minutes before we had to leave. I then got into the shower and my children had my clothes ready for me to slip into. I got into the car and slept all the way there. My daughter knew right away I was sick when I got there. She was like mom what is wrong with you? I told her I wasn't feeling the best. We only stayed a couple of hours and I slept on the way home. When I was leaving she hugged me and said thanks for coming when you were so sick mom I hope you feel better tomorrow. It made it all worth it. I am still not sure what I have because it is still hanging on today but I know this too shall pass*L*
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@tad1fan (3367)
• Canada
28 Jun 07
Way to be a trooper!I hope you had a good time
@us2owls (1681)
• United States
10 Jun 07
Tricia - I am so sorry to hear that you are sick. My first question is can you find someone to drive you - going that far on your own is not a good idea in my opinion. Take plenty of 7-UP with you. If you can get someone to go with you then you can at least put in an appearance. If I got there I wouldn't stay for the whole time but would politely make my excuses and leave to head back home and try and get over whatever it is that is making you ill. I don't know how far off the wedding is but you need to be well for it. Good luck and get well soon.
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@yemberzal (301)
• India
10 Jun 07
It will all time nice if you could go there. And make a strong commitment and start the journey three hours before the occasion ,and just be there, it is enough,your mere presence is self sufficient.
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@wmaharper (2316)
• United States
10 Jun 07
If it were me, I would leave early, give myself more than enough time to get there. Then I would allow time for a nap as well. See if you can't crash at her house for a bit. And take a nap before the shower, then you will be at your best. Then explain to everyone that you are feeling ill, so they should keep their distance. If you have been sick since yesterday, chances are you will be feeling better soon, although I doubt it will be THAT soon. (sorry) (: But you would hate it if you missed it, if I went and got sick, i would understand why you were there, Im sure some may be put off by it, but imagine how your duaghter would feel if you didn't make it, and how you would feel. Honestly, It's worth it to just go, and risk it. ALso, try and see if you can crash at your daughter's overnight, because driving back right away will not help you recover any quicker. Good luck to you and congrats on your daughter's upcoming wedding! I'm sure you have mixed feelings about it, I think it would be very bittersweet. (: Bring plenty of hand sanitizer and wash your hands often, it's the best way to avoid spreading those germs.
@AmbiePam (94149)
• United States
10 Jun 07
Call your daughter and tell her exactly what you told us. No way would she want you to be out that far away from home in your condition.
@clannad (40)
• United States
10 Jun 07
Number one...there is your health... and tthe other guests health to think about. Number two...your daughter lovs you and she will understand if you dont attend , if you tell her why. I have a very bad disk in my back. I kept reinjuring it because I thought that I could okay in just going through my day as I normally would. But, evey morning... my back & neck were still due to what I did normally the day before. You talk about PAIN! All Iam saying is that, you know what your limitations are: noone knows your body better than you. If you suffer that badly at the present... then dont make your daughter miserable with concern & worry, if you should go. Its not a decision about just you, and so you should do what you feel is right and what is beneficial for everyone. Dont go. She wont hate you. And you heal up... after your better...spend the day with just her & you.
• United States
10 Jun 07
This is a once in a lifetime event!! This is your baby girl getting ready to make a life change, sick or not, I would find someway to get there...I hope you feel better!
11 Jun 07
i believe that you have to go!!!!!!!!!