Just Yuck
Mar 31st 2006CindyUnCategorized
Speedy is feeling better, as I write he is in his bed for "naptime" - but he is taking a very LOUD nap. The more tired he is, the louder he talks to keep himself awake. I'm hoping he's going to crash here before long, he never did sleep yesterday. 
He did great at the doctor's yesterday and only cried when he had to have a strep test. (it was negative) He got some antibiotics and a prescription for the runny nose and sore throat. The pharmacist told me that one of the prescriptions might make him very sleepy and I said, "WOO HOO!" 
But then he said, "Wait, you didn't let me finish. It could also make him not sleep good at all - since you celebrated, I can tell you which way this going for you," as he gave me an evil grin. He was right. If the meds make most kid sleepy, it makes Speedy speedier.
Last night, I put him to bed at 6pm since he didn't have his nap and was obviously very tired. (his normal bedtime is 7pm) I rocked him to sleep but he woke up around 8:30 and wasn't crying, but was kinda fussing and moaning some. I felt so bad for him. I finally got him out of bed and let him sit with us in the den. He was so tired he could hardly walk straight and he kept scratching his throat. He kept asking for what sounded like "pockle" but I couldn't figure out what he wanted. FINALLY, I got it. He was saying popsicle. What would most moms do at 9pm when their two year old is supposed to be sleeping? Frankly, I don't care what most would do. I gave my sweet boy a popsicle. His throat was hurting and it was fruit flavored…..
But that's okay, because for lunch today I gave him fruit again. A strawberry shake. He's just not eating very well with his throat hurting so I figure ice cream is as good as it gets. He kept taking a sip and then saying, "ummmmeeeeee".
On another note, Princess had to get FIVE FRIGGIN' shots today. She got so mad she started turning red and finally hit a shade of purple before we could get her to breathe again. Poor little princess. I just fed her and she is still pretty unhappy but now she's asleep and hopefully she'll stay that way for a while.
Tomorrow is Speedy's birthday party so I really hope he sleeps well tonight and is feeling better tomorrow. We got him an Elmo pinata (sp?) and it is HUGE. I think the all the kids will enjoy beating it, i just hope Speedy doesn't get upset when we start abusing Elmo.
6 Comments »
jettybetty on 31 Mar 2006 at 12:54 pm #
I do hope he’s MUCH better for the party.
I think popsicles are supposed to be great for kids with sore throats!
Poor Princess, I can’t imagine 5 shots! eeekkk
Tamara on 31 Mar 2006 at 1:05 pm #
LOL: “frankly, I don’t care what other moms would do…” Girl, that’s what I love about you! Oh, those shots are a real bugger, aren’t they. I think it really hurt me as much as it did her the last time. I’m glad you get to be home with your babies - especially when they’re sick. And I’m glad you had “pockles” on hand.
Julie on 31 Mar 2006 at 1:32 pm #
Bless his heart!! I agree- sore throat=popcicle in my book!!I hope he feels better by the party!!
David on 01 Apr 2006 at 11:26 am #
HAPPY BIRTHDAY SPEEDY!!! (Speedy’s nickname may be taking on a new meaning (: ) I hope you are feeling great today.
Speedy, as you get older, you will have flashes in your mind of these times. Most of these times will be fuzzy, except you will remember something very clear. You will remember that you are loved! Your body is recording all of the loving hugs and kisses on your forehead. Your heart is receiving those messages of love from your parents. Speedy, have a great birthday! My birthday wish for you today is that you will know, without a doubt, that you are loved!
David's Mom on 01 Apr 2006 at 10:40 pm #
Our doctor recommended popsicles so he’d be getting the fluid, but David was so sick he wouldn’t even eat one! Perhaps we should practice eating them when he’s well? : )
Happy Birthday to Speedy! I’m assuming you’ll be posting pictures… can we please look at them? Email me if we can. I was thinking of using Elmo for our 2nd birthday in May. Thanks!
ebenezer on 02 Apr 2006 at 10:37 pm #
David’s Mom, I will post pictures. Maybe during naptime tomorrow (monday) I’ll sit down and figure that out!