We had a head lice scare that put me into overdrive. I sanitized everything- from our heads to our house. We were checked by several people and nothing was found, but the mere thought of being exposed to those critters gave me the itchies for days! Head lice isn't a gross thing, it happens. I had it often as a child, and I know it's easy to get. That's why my mom always advised me to never put things on my head at stores, put my head on the movie theater seats (where most head lice is 'shared') and never ever share hair brushes. I'm so relieved to say that this week we are and always were lice free! Whew!
Now that you're probably grossed out (sorry, this is our life, ha!), let me move on to runny noses and eyes...
Paisley started having a runny nose Monday. It was clear so I wasn't too concerned, but Tuesday afternoon it turned yellow/green. Ew. Poor girl. She woke up from her nap with the same mucus in her eyes. Lesson learned: tear ducts can secrete mucus as well. As much as she has, I guess it has to come out somehow.
Here's Mac on the same day:
After that bath, Lilly and I went shopping. We love coordinating and matching clothes! Lilly's holding Paisley's matching dress.
Then Wednesday happened... Mac started having the same crud P did so we called the doctor and spent Thursday morning (their 11 month birthday) at Dr. Stephanie's office.
This is M and P at dinner Thursday night- they had gotten worse during the day :o( And so was I. (cough, cough, hoarse voice, sore throat and ear pressure)
Thursday night was rough for us all... P woke up a few times because she couldn't breathe, Mac was miserable, and I hoped my eardrum would rupture to relieve the pressure and pain. After I got M and P settled back down, I read to take a benadryl and blow hot air on my ears. It was 2:30 am, and I was running the hair dryer.
Jordan stayed home with us today, though he's threatened to get a hotel room to avoid our germs. He took care of M and P while I went to the doctor and rested. He also cooked two delicious meals for us. We are so thankful for such a caring daddy!
Unfortunately, the plague has hit our home this week, and our refrigerator is in a drought. Jordan asked if we were moving... ha. ha. ha.
This week's developments (besides the yuck), I got a lot of birthday party supplies purchased, and invitations are printed!! Woo hoo! I have been so fortunate to have an awesomely talented helper, Joanne, from Oh Goodie Designs! She's been great at helping me think of ideas, plan, and design birthday decor!
The rascals turned 11 months this week. I can't believe it. We are only a few shorts weeks from their ONE YEAR! As hard as I try to dig my heels in the ground, time doesn't care. I feel bittersweet about them growing. It's definitely been too fast no matter how we look at it.
I can't wait for the birthday post to share that Mac has another tooth!! He got his first one the day after his 10 month birthday, and his second one came in the day after his 11 month birthday! Crazy, right?! He also went from laying down to sitting on his own today! Big boy!
And Paisley! Well she has FOUR teeth coming in!! All on the top row, and the pediatrician said they must be playing a role in her sickness this week. Two in a row the first time and four in a row this time... notice a trend?? Why, we do it in multiples, of course. ;o)
And Lilly Scott, what a doll?!
Have a happy weekend!
As always,
Ashley
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