Friday, September 26, 2014

LET'S HAVE A GOOD, COLBY GETTING BETTER FRIDAY, SHALL WE



You know, if I had a brain in my head, I would just take it easy today. But let's face it, that's a pretty big IF. I don't have anything pressing that I "have" to do today. Yes, that's an excellent idea. We'll be taking it easy around here. I could see me doing a couple loads of laundry, making some phone calls, and just hanging out with kid. I may even treat myself to Panera broccoli cheese soup because it is quite yummy and delicious and one of my favorite things on the planet. This past week has drug on and on, and on and on. Let's see if we can have some TGIF moments today.

I swear it's like Colby has been 2 different kids this week. Tuesday he was so much better. He was able to sit up in his chair 2 different times for an hour each. We had him outside practicing his driving. I was thinking oh yeah, this is the turning point for him. Then Wednesday he had a horrible day. What the what?! We tried to sit him up and it was a disaster. Within half an hour his heart rate was over 130 and his oxygen was 87-90. Oh, Colbster. Then once we got him back in his bed, it took a couple hours to calm him back down. I finally called Cincinnati yesterday. I said this is what has been going on with Colby, this is how we've been treating it. They were like yep, good job, you're doing everything right, call us if he gets worse. So we took it easy yesterday, no sitting up. Still doing cough treatments around the clock every 4-5 hours. Colby did take a big, fat morning nap yesterday, and honestly I think he needed that more than anything else. So we'll see what today brings. May try to sit him up again. He has missed 7 days of school so far, and I'm not really sure if he'll be going on Monday or not. We just have to stick with it, "treat the symptoms" as Cincinnati said, and appreciate the progress Colby has made in kicking this cold. We're not in the hospital and that's what matters! Being able to treat Colby's illness at home - priceless!

Colby was well enough yesterday that I was able to do some birthday celebrating. My BFF had bought Eric Church tickets months ago, the day they went on sale. She got me my ticket as my birthday present. Earlier in the week I was worried I wouldn't be able to go. No way I'd leave Colby if he wasn't doing well. But it all worked out and we had a great time. We all met for supper before the concert, and Eric Church puts on one helluva show. He played for over 2 hours! It was awesome. His opening act was Dwight Yoakam. Now, some of the youngsters in our group didn't like him too much. But he's had a lot of hits through the years and I loved it. Had a blast. Can't wait until our next concert.

I've been spreading the word on our fundraiser. Origami Owl jewelry is the mack-bomb-daddy! It's so unique and individual to each person's taste. You know you want some! You can come to our open house on Monday the 29th or you can shop and order online. All the proceeds from this fundraiser will go straight into our "get us a house and out of this tiny apartment" fund. I'm not sure exactly how much money we'll need for a down payment, closing costs and/or handicap accessible changes, but I'm guessing A LOT. Starting early. Doing lots and lots of fundraisers until we're out of this apartment. Somehow, some way, I'm going to make it happen. Luckily I have friends who are willing to help with fundraising and amazing support from many who know us. I simply can't do it by myself. So let's get this fundraising going. You know you're needing/wanting a new necklace or bracelet. Be sure to check out what Origami Owl has to offer. I love this jewelry and would have one of everything in the catalog if I could. If you would like to order, use this link: www.windowtomysoullockets.origamiowl.com/parties/AmyBagshaw451375/collections.ashx

Feel free to order online anytime using the above link above from NOW until September 30th. You must use this link so that your order is reflected under our fundraiser.

There's your Friday update. The nurse is back there finishing up Colby's 9AM cough treatment, which includes manual CPT, saline nebulizer, IPV and CoughAssist. Hoping, praying Colby continues to improve today and over the weekend. Thanks again, everyone, for asking me how Colby has been doing/feeling. Your texts and calls really mean a lot to me. Keeps me going. Love ya!

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