Hi all!
Cash and I just got home today from a couple of days at Primary Children's hospital, he had a pretty bad case of RSV. Man kids look scary when they are not getting enough oxygen!
The whole experience opened up my eyes to others' situations. Those who have to visit there often, due to a much more serious illness. I tried to imagine how I would survive if I were in their shoes, but I cannot even put myself there because that would mean thinking about those that I love the most in some real serious pain. I can't do it. And since I truly believe that we bring about what we think about, it is perhaps best to leave these thoughts behind, with my most sincere prayers being sent out to those that are in that heartbreaking position.
The little 5 month old with whom we were sharing a room was left alone for the first 26 hours we were there. She had RSV too. When her family came to check on her they stayed less than an hour. We were there Tuesday, Wednesday and through Thursday morning and that hour was the only time that they came to see her. From what I heard, they were concerned that I was going to walk home with the teddy bear that they had brought their baby and insisted that the nurse label it. It breaks my heart that a stupid ten dollar teddy bear warranted more concern from these people than their precious child. When they were leaving, the mom (I presume; they actually brought a few adults) looked at me in the eyes, I can't explain but it was like she was either on drugs, or just dead inside. Maybe both. Whoever she is, I can only pray that she sees the light and how special her baby is.
The nurses all loved Cash. He was so good natured, through some uncomfortable procedures and when you could just tell he was not feeling well. They kept saying how handsome and sweet he is. I know that he is going to be a ladies man when he grows up. Big sigh...
I did not take his picture in the hospital. It seemed too, voyeuristic or something. That is probably not the right word, but I thought about it and I felt like I would be violating the little guy's privacy and discomfort. So there will be no pics of this experience.
Well, goodnight and be well. I have books to read and sleep to lose :)
Anna
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Ben and Anna,
So glad that Cash is home and on the road to recovery. We will keep you all in our prayers. So sad to hear about the other little baby... Hope someone is looking out for him. God will.
Love to your family, Auntie J.
I am so glad little Cash has such a wonderful, attentive mama to hold him and make things better. I think little ones feel better just having someone to soothe them, snuggle them, and be near to. My heart aches for that baby that was all but abandoned at the hospital. What kind of people are allowed to have children? There ought to be a crime against it. And as far as having eyes opened to sad situations, I agree. Primary Children's has many humbling examples within its walls. I have never once left there without feeling completely grateful for my healthy, fortunate children. Like you, I cannot even take my thoughts to that circumstance.
I am glad Cash is doing better. RSV is not something I have had to deal with, but my kids have had illnesses that depleat their oxygen. It's disturbing to see a grey, sallow, rapid breathing child to say the least.
Times like these really help me appreciate the healthy ones!!!
So glad that Cash is home and doing well! I am also so excited that you are blogging....yeah!! It will be nice to keep in closer touch with you and Ben. Thanks for the comments you left on our site. BTW Gracie is wearing both 3T & 4T depending on where things are purchased -- you asked this in one of your comments.
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