Lessons in Dehydration!

I'm not sure why, but Tuesday I did not hydrate like I'd been doing each day. I knew I should, but for some reason I kept leaving my water bottle in my room. As we finished our second snow pit I wasn't feeling well. I was getting a headache and needed water! By the time we returned to the Center, though, it was too late! I was weak, faint, and my head was pounding! I was promptly sent to bed by all those who were startled by my pale appearance. I napped, later sipped some soup, then napped again. I headed back to the classroom around 4:30 to try to feel useful, but within minutes became sick(literally) and was sent back to bed.
I've got to say that the people on my team are awesome! They took care of me constantly, bringing me toast in bed, filling my water bottle, and checking on me every so often. This morning I woke up feeling better, but very weak since I hadn't eaten since breakfast yesterday. I took my time getting up and around, but by 10am I was in full swing again. I have had 3 liters of water so far today, and I will keep them coming! I need a minimum of 5 liters a day!!