So my friend's partner came down with norovirus last week on Monday evening. He v* 3 times at night and was feverish, but overall he felt better by the next day and said he was "well enough to go to work" (Which actually infuriated me....stay home if you're still 'kind of' sick!). Two nights later, my friend got extremely ill with the noro. She said she v* too many times to count and also had d*. She was talking about being so sick that every time she v* she thought she was going to pass out, and that it lasted WAY longer than her partners. I assume they both had the same thing, but it was very interesting to me the way both their bodies handled the virus in such different ways. Makes me curious about the ways our bodies can fight off things better than others. It seems a little reassuring, but mostly just super interesting. Besides all that, I'd be lying if I didn't say that I'm terrified to catch it from her. She got sick Friday (early in the AM), and I won't be seeing her or interacting with her till tomorrow (Monday) at school. But I am still so anxious to be around her and potentially use the same public restroom as her. I feel like she is still a cesspool of germs right now I'll be doing my best to wash my hands frequently, avoid touching my face and mouth, and avoid physical contact with her. But still, I'm pretty scared and anxious. I'm soooooo over this phobia And also this noro season seems to be dragging on forever. Thanks in advance for any kind words or validation. <3