home again

Today was a parody of one mishap after another - I don't even know where to begin to tell the tales.

I think we'll just share that we're home - we're glad we're here, Brian is doing SO much better at home then he was in the hospital.  He's laughing and joking and playing and his spirits are up. We made him a fort in the living room fenced off so Markie can't attack.

Markie's a bit ticked about that - but he'll learn.

I don't have strep - I had a 2:45 appointment and it was clear.  I just have the worst sore throat that I've ever had in my life.  They gave me medicine as if it might be strep as it's that bad and that second line on the test looked like it MIGHT want to poke thru.

And Pa made it home from Ann Arbor in the weather - he had to go all the way back to UofM to get our prescription filled.  A prescription they told us would be ready when we checked out the first time - but we knew better. When I saw the line 12 people deep and was watching the clock for my own appointment, I knew we couldn't make it. I didn't know a storm was coming. It took, by the way, over an hour for them to fill the prescription when Pa went back. And we had no choice but to go back - they had called every pharmacy in our town to see if they had the drug we needed.

So Pa trekked back after my appointment, taking 3 kids and his mother so that I could get Brian situated and settled without the chaos of the whole family being here. 

A half hour trip took 2.5 hours - the roads are that slippery and icy - and the snow is falling heavy and steady.  I had grandpa come over so that I could run and get my prescription and I almost got stuck in the middle of the main intersection just a few blocks away.

A mess.

So it was a totally chaotic day, but we survived it and we're all home and doing well.

thanks again for everything! 

Comments

[Tina H.]

Sharyn,
You mentioned before that if anybody has any broken femur stories you would appreciate them--just to hear that your son will be alright. My thoughts on that...I don't have any broken femur stories but I am completely confident that he IS going to be okay because you've got to be one of the best moms on earth. I know I've never met you, but I can just tell. You're going to take such good care of your son. Take care.

[Alana M]

Wow like wow! Everything isn't going well is it? You two are awesome. Stick together, that is what kept Joe and I strong when we went through this. Let me know if YOU need anything Torm. The mom often gets forgotten, but we won't!!

[Alana M]

I wanted to add no femurs here broken but Sara has broken one finger, one wrist, two arms and three legs by the age of 10, so I understand (she has 0I). Stay strong!!

[Andi M]

It sure hasn't been easy, has it?! I'm glad that Brian's home and everyone is all settled in.

[DebbieHodge]

Hi, Sharyn, Thinking of you all. Glad to see your post. Hugs. Again. Wish I had more to say.

[Stefanie Hamilton]

I'm so glad Brian's home! I'll be thinking of you all. (((hugs)))

[becky]

I'm so glad he's home and doing better. Glad it's not strep and you have your meds and can get better. {{{HUGS}}}

[Deb Wisker]

Some week there at your house!!! Torm, I work in a Childrens OR in NY. We put spica casts on all the time and none of those kiddos ever come back with complications! Hopefully the weeks will go by fast for all of you! you feel better too! Glad it's not strep!

[Brita]

THis too shall pass. Love, Brita

[Amanda K.]

Oh my goodness! I was just catching up with your blog here. What an ordeal! The poor little kid, it looks like these next few weeks are going to be mighty long weeks for him. Wow. Best of luck, hopefully everything goes smooth from here on out!

[Dale Anne]

I'm so glad to hear little Brian's home and that you were able to get some medication for your throat.
Now, let's hope you are feeling better soon and that things go smoothly for Brian's healing!
{{{{{HUGS}}}}}

[Terri]

Are those your living room bookshelves? They can't possibly be your living room bookshelves. But. But -- the color of the walls. The curtains. They ARE. How in the WORLD did they get so... BARE!! and Clean!! Pass along the trick, sis! I need help here!!

[sue Treiber]

at least Bri will have brothers & sisters home to entertain him for a week!
Glad to hear you're all on the mend.

[Missy]

I don't know you, but you and you boy will by in my prayer tonight. I am glad he's on the mend. God Bless.

[Missy]

I don't know you, but you and your boy will by in my prayer tonight. I am glad he's on the mend. God Bless.

[Chrys]

Hey Torm, Wishing little guy a very speedy recovery and for your household to become normal again soon. :) Hugs!!!

[Julie]

I was probably one of the people stuck with your hubby, kids and mother-in-law as I tried to get downtown Ann Arbor to sing a concert at Hill Aud. tonight. It was a MESS!! After being stuck in traffic for over an hour, I hopped out of my mom's car and walked about 2 miles in my full length concert dress and nicely brushed hair over to the hall! The nicely brushed hair didn't make it. (-:

[Petra Carden]

I just got caught up on all the goings on, and WOW - You guys, and especially Brian, will be in my prayers continuously!!!

[tania]

awwwwwww. how incredibly sweet is that little fort! you're an awesomely creative momma, Torm. we have happy mail coming your way for Brian! (((HUGS))) and prayers for a speedy recovery.

[cyndi]

Sharyn! I have not peeked at your blog recently, so I did not know of poor Brian's little accident. :( You should feel proud of yourself for keeping yourself together and getting the proper things in order for his care, etc. And, don't be too hard on yourself; kids will be kids! :) Plus, jumping is fun. ;) I am sorry I didn't stop by sooner, but know I am thinking of you all and praying for Brian's patience with the healing and need to be still, and that God would wrap him up in love and mend his little body. Take care and give good care - I will check in regularly for updates. :)

[Greta]

Glad you're home, but goodness, what a crazy life you'll have for a while. I know I'm not exactly next door, but let me know if there's anything I can help you with.