Bennett has had a quite a birthday week. We started off the week with a cold, which always gives Bennett a small fever. He runs a low-grade temp when he fights anything off and just gets cranky (yes, even more cranky than usual), tired, and blah. Can't blame him. By Thurs, he was still running a fever and then Thursday night he was up all night, uncomfortable. We knew something wasn't right. When I took his temp Friday, he was at nearly 102 which was higher than the rest of the week. I also noticed he favored his left side...making me suspicious of an ear infection.
We got an appointment on Friday and found out Bennett's ear drum had burst and he had a bad infection. Poor guy. That nasty cold led to an infection and the ear drum must have burst Thursday night when he was in the most pain. I felt so sad for not taking him to the doctor sooner, but Dr. Myhre assured me its not something we could have prevented with the amount of blockage in Bennett's sinuses. So, after the mom-guilt subsided, I took the boys to get a treat, a prescription for Bennett, and then home for some quiet time before bed. John was at the Annual Meeting at church that evening and the boys were so good at the doctor and at home - despite Bennett not feeling well.
By Saturday, Bennett was on his second dose of antibiotic and feeling much better. When he woke up, we could tell he was already 100% better than the day before! Yay! We were anxious to get on with the day and celebrate with family last night. Then, after we gave Bennett his third dose (second of the day) of antibiotic last night during the party, we noticed a rash on his face and neck. Sure that is was a reaction from his first-ever antibiotic in his system, we called in and they recommended seeing a pediatrician at the Weekend Clinic in the morning.
So, today, we got up and I got Bennett an appointment at 9:30. I got the boys ready and dressed and we were off to our second doctor's appointment in three days. Poor Benny - his first order of duty on his birthday was another doctor's visit! The boys were champs for me, wooing the nurses and Dr. Vanderloo with their sweetness. After an exam, there was no concern for Bennett's reaction and we attribute it to some kind of a viral-drug cross reaction or something he came in contact with yesterday. I gave Bennett his normal doses of antibiotic today and he was fine! Woohoo! We then headed to church for some fun at Waterworks (the children's program)!
After church today, we had special visitors: Brie, Bryan, and Stellan were driving through on their way home to the Milwaukee area and stopped for lunch. We were so happy to meet Stellan - such a sweetheart!
Of course we had more cake...I don't think Bennett minded at all. :)
Wow...Stellan is such a cutie! He was so fun to have around! Thanks for stopping and for the special gift for Bennett - it was a hit all day long! Please come again, Stellan (and Brie and Bryan, too!).
Though Bennett was tired after our visitors left, he didn't want to lay down for a nap. So, we tried to have some quiet playtime, but this is what happened! Its tough work being the birthday boy.
After a short nap amongst his toys, we were off again! This time, we went back to church to join in on the end-of-yer party at youth group. It was super fun to see all the kids and hang out...the boys loved it! Mollie is a leader, so naturally the boys hung around her most of the night.
As you can see...even with John's job-change...not much has changed. :) Still crazy.
The kids got to write on the studs of the new addition going up at church. The addition will be "their" space - a new youth wing for middle school, high school, and college ages.
Our boys got in on the fun with Sharpies, too! We measured Logan and traced his hand. He wanted to write "I love Jesus" inside it! So cute!
Here we traced Bennett's hand, too!
What a fun filled day...again! Hopefully Bennett is on the mend and will be healthy soon! This is our first experience with an ear infection and antibiotic, so I'm hoping we don't have to do it again any time soon.
Happy Birthday, dear sweet Bennett! You are amazing and special! We love you!!
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