Go Away Sickness!

As soon as Brody started school last month, we all got hit with the sniffles, runny noses, sore throats, etc... We took a turn for the worse this past weekend. Of course, it happens on a RARE night when Ryan and I have plans to go out and the kids are staying with my parents.

Brody was extremely grumpy after school on Friday. So, we somehow managed to get him to take a nap (after MUCH protest). When he woke up, he was burning hot with a fever of 102. Ryan checked his ears/throat, listened to his lungs, and decided he had bronchitis. Brody always gets sick in his lungs. He has very large tonsils, and usually ends up with a croupy cough and asthma. So, we had to run very quickly to Rite Aid to get an antibiotic and steroid, as well as give him breathing treatments. We were able to pack the kids up and get them to my parents, where they were going to spend the night that night. Ryan and I had already made plans to go to the YMCA Fundraising Event here in Paris at Adena Springs Horse Farm. I felt very bad sending my kids to my parents when Brody was sick. I wrote out all dosing directions/times. Even Raegan needed motrin at night for teething.

At 4:30am, I heard the phone ring and it was my mom. Brody was crying in the background and wanted to come home. So, we got in the car and drove to Lexington. We were able to get him to fall asleep on the couch with me for an hour or so, to let Raegan finish sleeping. He just was not feeling well, and I understand, you want your Mommy. So, Saturday was not fun. We were all very tired, Raegan was starting to get more fussy.

Sunday morning, Raegan woke up with a 102 fever. She was getting her bottom molars in, starting to get a runny nose/cough. Ugh! That night, she was up more than she slept. But, her tooth finally came in. I think the other side has yet to poke through, which means another night of misery for all! It's now Wednesday, and she still is running a slight fever and is very fussy, in addition to getting a croupy cough as well. We took her to Ryan's office and he did a strep screen on her. POSITIVE. So, now she's on an antibiotic and steroid. FUN TIMES!

I just hope Ryan and I manage to stay healthy. It's exhausting when your kids are sick. I feel bad for them and want them to feel better and get back to normal. But, it's pretty tiring on the parent, especially ol' Mom.

**Update: Raegan now has thrush! This is a new one for me, Brody never had this before. So, she is now on an antibiotic, steroid, Nistatin for the thrush, and motrin here and there for her teeth. Poor thing.

Brody's 4-year old Pictures

Soccer Practice

Brody had his first soccer practice this Thursday night. He was pretty excited to go, and so was I. I'm really looking forward to the part of parenting when your kids are involved in sports and we get to watch him and cheer him on. So, I'm hoping he really enjoys athletics and chooses a sport he likes to play!

Practice started at 6:30pm. I thought it started at 6pm, so we were there very early. Not good for little sister. I brought snacks and toys, but there's only so much you can entertain a 1-year old with before she gets tired of being stuck in the stroller and WANTS OUT!!

Brody was a little shy to start practice, but once he saw a little friend from swim lessons, he went right over and joined the group. He had a great time. They practiced dribbling the ball, shooting in the goal, and passing with a partner. I think his favorite thing was at the end, they got to have running races. He LOVES to race, especially if he wins. He was the biggest kid out there (big surprise). So, he won the races 3 out of 4 times. Thank goodness, or there could've been trouble! :) We are working with him on his always having to win at things. It's very hard for him to lose, and very frustrating for us. It's a work in progress! At the end of practice, they all got a shirt. He loves his shirt and is very excited for next week. I learned to bring more snacks and toys for Raegan!

I am also posting some pictures I took of the kids at the fountains in downtown Lexington. Brody loves it there, and Raegan had a great time as well. Made me a nervous wreck, with all the traffic around. But, we all survived and I got some good pics of the kids as well.

Circus!

Last week, Brody and I went to see the Circus! This was Brody's first time, as well as mine. It was exciting. Of course, we spent way too much money, when you add up parking, snacks, souvenirs, etc... It was worth it to see Brody enjoy himself. He really liked the people getting shot out of the cannon (of course, sounds right up Brody's alley)! I really liked the elephants and tigers. It was a lot of fun. Ryan stayed home with Raegan. I can't imagine going to these events with the whole family. It will cost a small fortune! Here are a couple of my favorite pictures from the day.

Pretty Girl

I know I'm very biased......but honestly.....is there a prettier little girl? I don't think so!!