Privilege and boredom

Whatever this bug is, its aches and wracking coughs have become monotonous. I've grown bored:  ten days since I felt remotely human, five days since the "do I call 911" internal debate, and two days since the cupboard ran bare.p

The bug does not care that I am privileged.  All it cares about is an immune system that welcomes it in.  Once in, the battle begins and my privilege gives me the upper hand.

• I have plenty of medicine on hand to minimize my suffering.
• My internal debate occurs against a backdrop of gadgetry to monitor my vitals. 
• A just in time delivery of groceries brings me the comfort of my favorite foods. 

But more importantly,

• I have a comfortable place to live.
• My employer pays me to stay home and get well.
• I have good health insurance. 

If only everyone did. Imagine if you dare.