Elliptical Monotony

I'm trying to be extra conservative so no running for me today. I woke up and lifted and did core work this morning and then did 75 minutes on the elliptical. Wow, is that boring. No shin pain today but I think I'll hold off until Friday to run. I'm feeling a little depressed not being able to run. My body didn't feel right going to work. I felt sluggish and irritable. Lord help my husband and children if I can't run.