KatieB Posted December 17, 2003 Share Posted December 17, 2003 It's been such a busy week already and it is only Tuesday! A few days ago, Rick's grandmother died. He was devestated. She practically raised him his first 4 years. Then, yesterday, my 6 year old goes to the ER with 104. temperature and flu-like symptoms...it was awful. My son is going to be ok....still sick...but he's a tough little guy...but, this was the first time back in that hospital since Dad died. And it hasn't been that long (3 months) so the pain is still very fresh. We get put into the SAME room that dad was in when he went to the ER! While stretching our legs in the hallway - my mom and I see my dad's ONC! She began crying right away when he came over to hug her. And me, well...I wanted to punch him in the nose for not being superman and saving my dad's life (-STUPID, I know- but the real thoughts of a daddy's girl none-the-less ) It was really stressful- add to that the emotional kick in the stomach of being in that place again.....I must admit we were getting snippy at each other and argued about the situation. After my mom left, we (me, Rick and my 6 year-old) have to wait ANOTHER 7 hours in the ER only to hear the doctor tell us he's ok, just a viral thing, nothing we can do about it, give him childrens' tylenol. I feel so tired and I still have a work week left to go before I get a break!! It all seemed so surreal. But I think about how it could have been so much worse... I think of the people in that ER that were going to lose someone that night or were feeling what I was feeling 3 months ago....and I just wanted to say how happy I am to have what I have, that my son is going to be ok and that I did not kill Rick last night. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest becca Posted December 17, 2003 Share Posted December 17, 2003 LOL- that is too funny hope your son gets better soon. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
-Cheryl- Posted December 17, 2003 Share Posted December 17, 2003 Katie, So relieved that your son is o.k. This flu stuff is really nasty stuff. The holidays are so tough. I remember trying my best to make it through it all. What really helped me was to start new traditions, ones that your son can pass on to his kids. Also, continue to do some old traditions in the memory of Jessie. P.S. give Rick my condolences about his grandmother. Cheryl Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shirleyb Posted December 17, 2003 Share Posted December 17, 2003 Oh Katie, I can so identify with what you just went through with the emergancy room business. The only difference was I was ready to kill the doctor that came in to treat my daughter. I did not trust him with Randy and I sure didn't trust him with her. The pain was right there and touchable. I am so glad your son does not have the flu and is going to be okay. I am also glad you didn't kill Rick as we would have had to start a pool of money to bail you out of jail. I am so sorry for you mother too. I know this has to have been hard on her. I am also so sorry about Rick's grandmother. You and your family have had a very rough journey in this last year. I do hope the next year will bring you all some peace for your souls. You are in my thoughts and prayers. I wish you enough..... Much love, Shirley Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tiny Posted December 17, 2003 Share Posted December 17, 2003 I was reading along really sympathizing with your plight and all the burdens of illness, grief, work, the holidays, etc., and then you kicked me right in the funny bone at the end with your comment about not killing Rick! Ain't life a challenge???? Hang in there, my friend. So glad your son doesn't have the flu. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
David A Posted December 17, 2003 Share Posted December 17, 2003 Wow Katie, Glad you spared Rick and the oncologist(I think). It is so very hard whe are babies(children are sick) , I watched my mom through my younger brothers battle with juvenile diabetes, it wasn't an easy journey for here or my dad and I know that me having lung cancer is very hard on her too. Not sure what I'm trying to say, just hang in there give the lil one hugs and kisses(if they aren't too contagious), and Rick too Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eileen Posted December 17, 2003 Share Posted December 17, 2003 Gosh what a bad week you had so far can only go up from here right? -so glad your son is ok----- I hate that all these recent raw memories had to return to you by going back to the hospital regards to you and your family Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Karen C Posted December 17, 2003 Share Posted December 17, 2003 Katie - what an experience! Funny at the end! Hope your little boy is feeling better soon. Faith had that flu and shook it five days earlier than the doc predicted. Hang in there! Karen C. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Debaroo Posted December 17, 2003 Share Posted December 17, 2003 Katie, I am glad that your son will be alright (I keep waiting for that flu to hit us-I am NOT looking forward to it!) I am so sorry that you were in such an emotional whirlwind-but am very glad (as I am sure you are too) that you did not 'waste' Rick . Boy, if I had a dime for every time that I was stressed out and wanted to kill Rob, I'd be in Forbes top 5 (well, maybe I'm exaggerating a bit) top 10 richest people in the world. Take care Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SandyS Posted December 17, 2003 Share Posted December 17, 2003 PLEASE don't hurt Rick!!!!!!! As much as you hold everything together around here, we all know he is the only thing keeping this site running, mechanically and technically speaking! And besides that - we like him. So beeeeeeee nice. LOL! Nowhere to go but up..... SandyS Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andrea B. Posted December 17, 2003 Share Posted December 17, 2003 Katie, I am so happy your son is okay!! I am sorry you had to go through the pain again. I can only imagine how you were feeling and I don't blame you for wanting to punch the doctor. I have felt like that many a time with my mom's doctors. Please know I am thinking of you and sending you a big hug. I truly wish I could wipe away your pain. But know that I am here. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Carleen Posted December 17, 2003 Share Posted December 17, 2003 Katie, I wish I could hug you right now, but this will have to do ((((((KATIE)))))))) I am so sorry you have all this stress in your life right now. I know that time is probably tight for you, but I suggest channeling some of the aggressive energy. I signed up for Tae Kwon Do, I figured as long as I had all this anger and felt like beating on someone, might as well go with it and learn a valuable skill at the same time. It also doesn 't hurt that they say it will help me lose some of my pudgier spots. (everything from the neck down). Take Care of you Katie. You are so strong and giving of yourself. Remember to give to yourself every now and again. Carleen Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bobmc Posted December 18, 2003 Share Posted December 18, 2003 Jeez Katie; Can't picture you decking anybody, especially RICK, sorry bout your day and glad it worked out in the end. God bless and be well Bobmc- NSCLC- stageIIB- left pneumonectomy- 5/2/01 MRI's of the brain & spine taken 12/17- anxiously awaiting results " absolutely insist on enjoying life today!" Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LindaMRG Posted December 18, 2003 Share Posted December 18, 2003 ((((((((((((((KATIE))))))))))))))))))))) That must have been so hard to relive. Im glad your little boy is okay. Ive waited in ER with my girls at different times, its horrible, Im sorry you had to go through that too on top of everything else youve endured. Sincere condolences for Rick's grandmother. Hang in there, sweetie, we love you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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