Is the title long enough?
I'll admit, feeling a bit guilty I have written much lately. That about sums it up but I am guessing its still confusing, yes? So, I'll bite! I'll give you some more... I guess ;)
I feel like I have an eternity to update. I'll start where I can...
What a day yesterday was! I woke up cuddled next to my little boy (who is growing way too fast by the way). He most always finds his way into our bed just a few hours before wake up these days. I don't have the heart to turn him away so I ask David to grab him. When David grabbed him, he set him between us. Micah moved around, smirked & cuddled up to me. I love my little mama's boy! It is so good to be loved by him & wake up next to him. It made it really hard to get out of bed this morning. But, alas it had to happen.
Fortunately, David already was getting Joy up, her uniform picked out, her lunch made... you name it! Two days in a row I drop the ball. Two days in a row he hits it out of the park!! He is beyond what I could have imagined in the little, everyday things of life, I must say. But getting back to my day... As I slowly got ready, I encouraged my Joy Joy to get ready as Micah slept soundly in the background, still laying on our bed. She was slow to get ready, as she is most days but cheerful nonetheless & David showed no signs of rushing her, despite the time on the clock. I frantically ran around myself, hoping to find a jacket or a sweater I liked... or something but gave up, asking if it was okay if I headed out for my blood draw. There seems to be a line these days & I rarely remember to make an appointment. He agreed & I headed out the door... COLD. As soon as I started the car I realized I was missing my phone but brushed it off as I knew I would be home long before David & Micah anyway.
To my surprise, I was one of the first to arrive, just 5 minutes or so shy of 7am. By 7:15am I was back in the car & on my way to grab coffee across town. *This one was free so I wasn't passing it up!) I noticed the "check gauges" light on but brushed it off for the most part as I knew I had put enough gas in the day before & David always reminds me I am okay to drive. I grabbed my coffee shortly after and started towards home. And then it happened, I was running out of gas. I was out within seconds & freaked. I panicked. No phone and no clue how to get it, the nearest gas station was less than a half mile away but I couldn't remember if the gas can was in the back or not. Relieved to find it, I tried to put the tiny amount in it in my car. No luck of that helping. I contemplated my next move, deciding to grab my keys, purse & the gas can & ran to the gas station. I was flustered but thankful I had some cash on me, even if it was meant for something else initially. It was my only form of payment in that moment. I got in line & in light tears asked the guy how much I needed and how much it would cost & then headed out to fill it up. Only it wouldn't fill up. Fortunately for me, another attendant noticed my frustration and offered to help me. I gladly accepted and he mentioned sometimes you have to "re-click" the nozzle in and out of its holder and then try again. He did & I was thrilled. He asked if I knew what to do and I responded with a definite "yes!" as I had troubleshooted the gas can back at the car just minutes before.
Feeling a little more relieved, I headed for the car, only to see what I thought was a cop behind it. Panicked I was now receiving a ticket, I started to run but I had a crosswalk on a major street in front of me and was in my walking sandals. (Yes, walking. I love them for that because I am not a "shoe person" but they are not good for running.) He was gone before I got there. I was nervous. Upon arriving, however, no ticket... phew! However, as cars whizzed past & I waited to try & fill my tank, I realized I had NO idea what I was doing. I really didn't The gas just sat in the top & it kept spilling when I tried to push it in. I was panicked yet again, having not even checked the time yet. Finally, I saw a woman walking past and reached out for help. She stopped to see what I was up to, saying she didn't know how to fill it either but after talking, offered to help find someone. I ran after her to the nearby grocery store & we asked some gentleman in front of the store for help. Within minutes, she and both men were there with a funnel helping to fill my gas tank. They even stayed to make sure my car made it out. I was saved... for me, such a feat, such a stress. Now, I know how to fill up a gas tank on the side of the road, as long as there is a gas can & station available.
1 1/2 hours after leaving my house I was finally home, just minutes after my confused husband and son. Unfortunately, it wasn't over for me. For most of the day, I felt weak, tired & was in a bit of pain. I had headaches, side aches, back pain... you name it. I could barely move without my eyes fluttering. I was concerned. Even getting out with my hubby to get something done didn't energize me as normal. In fact, it seemed to make things worse! I had canceled a few play dates to try and feel better and it took a LONG time to even think about it. I even convinced David to do the driving to and from Joy's school today since I was experiencing so many issues;. I was thankful for this extra time to build some of my strength back before he headed to work for the night. He sacrificed most of his day to be here for me! :-D
After arriving home, Joy & I made an attempt at our cotton candy cookies again for Women's Bible Study today. (Still working out those bugs it seems.) She got herself ready for dance class and they kiddos at a snack. Daddy was gone before we knew it and we got ready and headed out for Joy's dance class. I took her into class, then headed out to run an errand with my Micah Boo. On our drive back, the lab called. They asked all of the usual questions and then told me my INR was 3.6. Yes, that's right. 3.6 After 3 weeks of under my goal range (or therapeutic), it was now over! The clinical pharmacist told me not to worry, that is was better high than low, since low promotes clotting and I have a clotting disorder. She gave me my doses for the week and asked me to do my next blood draw next Thursday.
What a day! But it didn't end there. As most of you know, I am praying fervently for my dear friend whose pregnancy has taken a turn towards some troubles. At 22.5 weeks she has no amniotic fluid left. Last I heard, baby's kidneys were also still small. Her doctor looked into a rare procedure as a possibility to help her but found out it would likely put her in labor which is not good at this stage. She said her best chances are to get to at least 24 weeks at this point. So 10 more days? No contractions as of yet but she is getting painful movements as baby grows with no fluid in the sac. At 24 weeks, there is a chance the baby may be able to make it. So miracle of miracles, we are praying! God has a plan & I continue to pray for her. Please continue to pray with me.
After all of that, I was busy trying to keep things updated & done. Hubby came home a few minutes early. We took some time together before heading to bed. The kids slept pretty well too. I prepared for today, a day filled with its own "adventure" but much calmer. Today is David's 1st of 3 back-to-back days between the Round Tables here in town. He just started his 2nd shift and should be home around 11. I miss him. But I am thankful, oh so thankful for where God is leading us. So keep the prayers coming & the praises lifted high. God is so very good to us!
That's all for now..
*Melis*
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