Benefit of illness

Jbird was sick a few weeks ago (ear infection and some kind of virus)... it was a long week for all of us and I think "detox" after illness may be worse than the actual illness. However, I have discovered one benefit to his illness: he transitioned down to one nap a day without fuss. I hesitated saying something too soon for fear it wouldn't stick, but for over two weeks now he has been taking one long nap after lunch. I know many other mothers and children who battle this transition for weeks; but thanks to his illness, we made this transition smoothly and quickly. So, my perspective has changed on illnesses...there is always the possibility of a few benefits!