It's midterms week, and instead of packing to go home for Spring Break, I am procrastinating. I have a paper to research and write by tomorrow, so I thought I would write an article instead. This week I want to tell you about fun things to do when you are sick, because did you know? I was totally sick this week. I'm fairly certain I haven't told the entire campus yet, so this seems like a good idea, nothing broken record about it... So without further ado, here are awesomely fun things to do when you feel like the plague warmed up.
1. Watch The Princess Bride
I can't believe how late to the game I was with this film. Seriously, it's excellent and is now my go‐to feel better film. Don't let the title put you off, it's witty and more grown up than you might expect, INCONCEIVABLE! Sword fights, giants, true love, and some of the most quotable lines ever. A guaranteed pick‐me‐up.
2. South Park
Okay, so this is a potentially controversial one I know, but who doesn't love musical classics such as "Mr. Hanky the Christmas Poo" or "Trapped in the Closet?" The satire is on point and reminds us to maybe not take life so seriously, an excellent thing when you are convinced you're dying from whatever illness you have been struck down by. Have a laugh at yourself, it's good medicine.
3.The Spiderwick Chronicles
Children's movies are the bomb! It's usually not socially acceptable to say things like that on a normal day, but something about being bedridden or snot‐nosed seems to call for good ol' family fun. When you don't have the strength for your own adventures, hitch a ride with Jared Grace and family and fight all kinds of creatures that may or may not be lurking in your garden RIGHT NOW! Plus the beautiful animation will soothe you, so it's a win‐win.
4. ANIMORPHS...
I don't know about you, but when I was a kid Animorphs were the coolest thing ever. I read all of them, waiting for the book fair carts at school book days to get the latest installment of this alien/teen adventure. The TV adaptation is cheesy, low budget, and badly acted but oh so 90s. It's brilliant and hilarious. Watch it and be distracted. Plus, who doesn't dream of turning into an animal with alien tech? Bonus, it's on Netflix now, go go go!
5. American Pie
It may or may not be sunny outside, but there's no way you're feeling like a ray of sunshine right now. You're sick, remember? So, bring a little sunlight and college cheese into your day with this classic teen flick. Yes, it's not the most sensitive to women at first glance, but give it a chance, it's fun. You don't want anything too deep right now, you need fluff. Plus, Alyson Hannigan is in it, so who wouldn't want to watch it?
6. Mean Girls
Yasssss, Regina George, the OG qween. I haven't met anyone who doesn't like this movie. It's fun and the colors are pretty (sick brain = no big words). Relive some of the best 00s fashions and try and quote the whole movie if you can. Live vicariously through Glenn Coco whilst you lie slumped in bed, un-showered. You go Glenn Coco!
7. Fool's Gold
Pretend you're on a beach in the Florida Keys, searching for sunken treasure. Much better than your room, amirite? Sea, sun, sand, and treasure. What's not to like? Go for a fun adventure from the comfort of your pajamas. Get that Vitamin D through your screen like a good millennial.
8. Beavis and Butthead Do America
Dumb and fun. Are the characters idiots? Yes. Who cares, it's good mindless fun, something which we are all in dire need of, sick or not. Go on a tour of America with two idiots and laugh your head off at the inappropriate jokes and irreverence. It'll make you feel smart, even as your brain leaks out onto your tissue or you vom it out. Gross I know, sorry!
9. Ferris Bueller's Day Off
I saved the most obvious for last. Yes, Ferris played sick and you really are, but still. The genius of the flick is undeniable. Plus, you're not in class either? Pretend you're chilling with Ferris instead of being contagious in isolation, it's better. Bueller? Bueller?
Don't let being sick get you down! You may be exhausted, smelly, gross, and look like a zombie but you can still have fun. Who needs medicine when you have Netflix?
[Disclaimer ‐ I am not a doctor, please don't take that last part seriously. Medicine is good.]
