Wednesday, June 06, 2007

Not Again!


I just got back from Urgent Care. Not one of my favorite places by a long shot, but since it was after hours I had no other choice. My first flag was raised last night when my little man wanted to go to bed early. He didn't have a temperature or seem abnormal in any other way so I counted it a blessing. He slept late this morning while I did the laundry, vacuumed the pool and tinkered around with a couple of other projects. Again, a blessing, I thought.

After he awoke, I fixed him something to eat and his appetite was normal. In fact, he wanted applesauce as an extra treat. It wasn't too long after his meal that I gave him his bath. We had to get ready for his speech appointment. I was very satisfied with his therapy today. He accomplished so much and I was proud of my little guy. His arm was covered in stickers that he received as rewards.

We stopped on the way home and got something for lunch. He didn't seem too interested in his chicken nuggets or fries, but I attributed it to his hearty breakfast. Once we got home he strolled around and played as usual. As the evening approached, he decided he wanted to take a nap with his dad. The both of them snuggled up together and out they went. Nathan was out in record time.

He had been sleeping for about an hour when I heard him coming through the living room, whining. Following close behind was dad. "He's burning up" was all I needed to hear. That small flag that had been raised last night was now up and waving madly. The thought of ear infection had been playing back and forth since last night, but I refused to dwell on it.

His pediatrician's office was closed and had been for over and hour. I immediately picked up the phone to make sure Urgent Care was open. They were. I had one hour to get there. We were off in a flash. Since it was the end of the evening we didn't have to wait too long. I don't think we have ever gotten in and out so quick. I am thankful for that.

I really thought that tubes meant an end to ear infections. Boy, was I wrong. I hope this is at least the last one for a few months. Please pray for my little man. He is so miserable and it breaks my heart to see him this way.

19 comments:

Denise said...

Bless Nathans heart, praying for his ears to be healed quickly.

Beth/Mom2TwoVikings said...

FINALLY! It'll let me comment! Grrr.

Sent ya an email since your blog is so unfiarly keeping me locked out of leaving comments! *wink*

Hope everyone rested well last night and is feeling better!

Sharon said...

I'm praying that Nathan gets well soon and the ear infections will not come back.

Unashamed said...

Poor little man. I have prayed for him, and you too. I sure hope he is feeling better soon. Let us know please!

Anonymous said...

poor little boy. praying now.

Pearls of Wisdom said...

Dear Debbie,

I am praying for Nathan and you all. Hope he feels better soon.



Angel

Dapoppins said...

It just breaks my heart when they don't feel good. Sayin' a prayer for you right now.

Blog is no more said...

Hope Nathan is feeling better this morning, my prayers are with you!

PinksandBluesGirls said...

I hope your little guy is feeling better!

Jane, Pinks & Blues Girls

Denise said...

Holding Nathan up in my prayers still, hope his ears are getting better.

eph2810 said...

Oh, dear...I am so sorry to just get around to read this post of your little man. I do hope that the urgent care was able to get him situated and the ear infection is healed by now.
I will still lift your little man up in prayers tonight...

(((hugs)))
<>< Iris

Pearls of Wisdom said...

Debbie,
I hope you had a good weekend. Hope Nathan is feeling better he is still in my prayers my friend.

Hugs,

Angel ():) ( D.)

Allison said...

Aww - praying that he feels better!

Unashamed said...

How's everybody doing?

Lisa said...

God Bless Urgent Care!! So glad you were able to get Nathan in before too long! Praying that he's up and into everything in no time!

Hugs,
Lisa :-)

Denise said...

I miss you precious one, hope Nathan is doing better.

Pearls of Wisdom said...

I miss you to Debbie. I am hoping Nathan is feeling better and you all are enjoying the wonderful days of summer. We have to chat and have tea soon.

Hugs and Prayers,

Angel ():)

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