First sick day for me in 8 1/2 years

Yesterday, was the first day in 8 1/2 years at my current job I have called in sick for myself. I have called in twice before but, the first time was when Jenna went to the hospital with RSV. The second time was when Jenna went to the hospital for pneumonia. This is the first time I have called in for myself. My company does not have a sick policy so it is work and get paid or don't work and don't get paid. They do make exceptions for guys like me that never call in but they have to draw the line after 2 sick days per year, no matter who you are. Jenna went to the emergency room this year so this was my second day. From now on this year I must work healthy or sick.