I'm back after a week of feeling a bit under the weather...both literally and figuratively. The snow day was great, and perhaps what I needed to recuperate. And of course, it's what inspired this particular blog entry.
The phrase 'under the weather' is used most often to describe someone who is feeling sick, but has also been used for someone who is drunk/hung over or, less commonly, someone who is experiencing financial challenges. Most sources indicate that the phrase is of nautical origin. It was first used by sailors and meant to be ill or to be negatively affected by the weather. One source indicates that the complete phrase is actually 'under the weather bow' or on the side of the ship being buffeted by the storm. Other nautical sources say that the phrase came about because sick sailors were sent below deck to remain out of the weather...
Many wishes for staying well and enjoying the snowy weather.
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