Finally Feeling Better

My little darling was sick for a full week. The fever that started on Thursday, the 26th, went as high as 104' F at one point and hovered around 101.5' F often. His elevated temperature was accompanied by tummy discomfort occasional diarhea and lots and lots of crying. If you know my boy, you know how unusual crying is. Even our neighbors remarked at how much he seemed to be crying.
We worked around the clock to keep that fever down. It was hot outside, high 80's to low 90's and consequently hot in our home (low 80's) in the afternoons. When it was cooler outside than in we went out. We also spent some time in our basement to escape the heat. I think Sabin took more baths in the past week than he had in the whole first year of his life-- some in the tub, some outside in the shade. Lavendar essential oil was added to many of these soaks.  I practically fed him belladona and chamomilla (two homeopathic remedies that I wouldn't want to be without). He also had his 2nd and 3rd dose of Tylenol. My darling nursed around the clock and my wonderful husband made sure that I remained well nourished.
Monday morning Joe wanted to take Sabin to the doctor for peace of mind. I made an appointment. This was Sabin's very first visit to a doctor. The man was very kind and told us that we were doing all the right things. His diagnosis - a stomache virus that would pass within a few more days.
In the wee hours of Wednesday morning, I awoke in a puddle sweat. "Ha... thank you, God." I whispered. Sabin's fever had finally broke. Still Wednesday was not an easy day. Sabin cried and clinged to mommy as much as any past day. The night was difficult as well. But Thursday brought some peace and rest as my little boy was finally able to rest. Last night he slept more like his old self. And today, although still rather fussy, he is more like himself.
Yesterday and today I have tried to catch up on the things that have gone undone. Joe has been wonderful to pitch in with laundry, cooking, and dishes. I am so thankful for a husband who jumps in wherever needed. I was pleasantly surprised to find a basket overflowing with clean, folded laundry.
I am also thakful for our garden. This past week especially, we've been feasting on salads. The lettuce from our garden is plentiful and so tasty. What a blessing in all the heat to have something so simple and delicious to fill our tummies.
As for today... once Sabin and Joe awake from their afternoon naps, we are going to our church picnic and then we'll see fireworks. Sabin got his first glimpse of fireworks last night and was very excited about them, pointing and ooohhhing at each bright display. I expect it will be a fun evening.
I'm looking forward to returning to my more normal routine in the days to come.
Peacefully Buzzing,
Misty