If it is any consolation, there's a lot of it about. I'm just coming off the back of it but still have a hacking cough and am snotting for England. I agree it was more like flu than a cold- I had quite a temperature and was aching all over and like you, had to take to my bed for a couple of days which is most unlike me.
However, as you say, it's an ill wind as at least it's had the effect of preventing you from even wanting to smoke...
I do hope you start to feel better soon. Get plenty of rest, drink lots of water and have a few treats.
And congratulations on getting your first week under you belt by the way!
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