Two down, four to go.
Well, it’s the end of the second week of radiation and boy are we ready for a day off! After numerous doctor’s appts. and the daily radiation treatments, Ben’s beginning to get a little crabby. He finally had a meltdown this morning after pleading with us to stay home. Fortunately, he felt much better after releasing some of that pent up frustration, and we were able to move forward with the day. Unfortunately, it was discovered at his pediatricians visit that he has Bronchitis and needs to go on antibiotics. As if he wasnt taking enough medicines already. Oh well, at least we can finally treat this nasty cough and hopefully get rid of it. As if that wasnt enough, hes also become severely constipated, probably due to all the meds. Weve tried both suppositories and an enema, but Im not sure if they really helped all that much. Im thinking of giving him a little bit of coffee in the morning, it always works for
me.:) By now Im sure some of you are thinking Hey, too much information but Im simply not capable of caring right now.
We did manage to get in a little bit of time at the zoo today between appts. That really seemed to help both of the kids perk up and feel better. There are definitely more zoo days ahead of us.
I would like to thank anyone and everyone for your constant support and prayers. There is absolutely no way that Dean and I could get through this without all of you. We feel so incredibly lucky to have you. Many people have asked us what they can do to help. Please understand that although Dean and I acknowledge that we do need help, we are unsure as to what exactly that would be. Not to mention the fact that it has always been difficult for either of us to ask. Im not sure where Im going with this other than to say; please continue to pester us about this. Its the only way well make ourselves define what our needs are and get them met. Also, if you happen to think of something on your own, have at it! Please dont worry about boundaries and such right now, they are no longer clearly defined for us.
Have a good weekend everyone.
Melinda
