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| julia hayes |
Posted - May 24 2010 : 6:37:19 PM
Some of you may be shaking your heads thinking, "Of course not. It's just one of those things. Kids get sick."
If I'd never been through this experience I'd say the same thing. But once you've been dealt a super rare thing, normal everyday run of the mill things are completely irrelevant. In our world anything is possible and this reality is a very heavy weight to carry sometimes.
I spent the better part of the day fortifying myself. I 'went there.' I imagined having to spend the night in the hospital. I imagined having to break the news to my husband and family. I imagined Aria's life hanging in the balance once again. I was ready for anything..
When we left the house, Aria's temp was 104.5 and she was moaning..
When we got to the doctor's office I was SO happy that they got us back immediately and they were as serious as I have ever seen them. I felt completely validated. Their need to deny the potential seriousness of the situation did not trump their attentive care. I was prepared to face, "Julia, this is probably just a virus. I'm sure she's fine. You shouldn't worry so much." I didn't hear anything of that nature. Rather, they all appeared fortified too as if this afternoon could very well be a day that would forever affect them all. I can't tell you how much I appreciated that!
The woman drawing Aria's blood was sweating. She knew how bad the outcome might be. Aria was so brave. They took 4 huge vials;2 from each arm. She was frightened, but like the Jedi she is, she faced it with such courage. The nurse came in and checked on her, "Aria, honey, how are you?" she swooned. Aria replied as if she was strolling through the park with an adult's demeanor, "Oh i'm just fine!" I looked at the nurse who brushed a tear from her eye. She knew too. She knew it could be wicked and she was without words considering what this little 6 year old had already been through. A blood draw was nothing--n.o.t.h.i.n.g. It is so humbling being in Aria's presence.
Aria's lab work came back beautiful. Absolutely normal! Her throat culture was negative so they re-did it because the doctor is more than convinced that it is strep. She is treating her as if it is strep!
So, she's on 10 days of antibiotics and should be feeling great in no time.
THANK YOU once again my dear friends for all you kindness and presence. We all have busy and consuming lives. The fact that you have space for Aria and me is, well, an enormous blessing.
We are so so so very lucky!! My love to each and every one of you! ~Julia
being simple to simply be
Farmgirl #30
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| mellaisbella |
Posted - Jun 06 2010 : 05:35:09 AM
blessings indeed!
"we must be the change we wish to see in the world"
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| delicia |
Posted - May 30 2010 : 6:13:37 PM
I am happy for you and your family. It is really scary when you have any kind of illness with your children. We will continue to pray for Aria and you.
delicia |
| Beverley |
Posted - May 28 2010 : 6:46:49 PM
oh I am so happy!!! that she just has something normal!!! yipee and woohoo!!!!
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| jsparks60 |
Posted - May 28 2010 : 4:45:00 PM
YAY!!! Great news!!! We will continue to keep you all in our prayers.
Farmgirl #1401
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| jpbluesky |
Posted - May 26 2010 : 6:22:44 PM
Julia - I have one daughter and three grands.....when they get sick, my attention is all theirs.....it could nothing, it could be something BIG. I applaud you for being dealt the something big and dealing with it in a wonderful way. Love you.
Farmgirl Sister # 31
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| simplyflowers |
Posted - May 26 2010 : 6:11:57 PM
oh julia.... I have thought of Aria, you, and your family through all this... I am continually sending good healthy vibes your way! I am so happy and completely choked up to read of Aria. What a wonderful strong child. :)
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| kristin sherrill |
Posted - May 25 2010 : 8:06:57 PM
I am so glad to read this post and to know that Aria will be fine in no time. Very good news.
Kris
Happiness is simple. |
| jpbluesky |
Posted - May 25 2010 : 7:17:43 PM
Aria is going to be stronger and healthier and prayers for her are never ending.
Farmgirl Sister # 31
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Psalm 51: 10-13 |
| wild daisy |
Posted - May 25 2010 : 5:23:54 PM
I too had been worried from your earlier posting. I am glade that the doctor office also understood you worry and treated you both with the up most care. Glade to hear that she will be on the mend.
Madelynne
johnandmadelynne.blogspot.com |
| melody |
Posted - May 25 2010 : 10:17:29 AM
Julia!!!! YIPPPPPPEEEE!
I am so relieved to hear the good news girlfriend!
Take a deep breath dear heart and give the kids a big squeeze from me.
Melody
Farmgirl #525
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| tea_lady_tammy |
Posted - May 25 2010 : 09:57:27 AM
Oh I am so relieved to hear this. Take care and rest now dear. I will keep you all in my prayers.
hugs
Tammy
Tea is like being in the stars with God.
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| catramsey |
Posted - May 25 2010 : 09:32:35 AM
Wonderful news! What a relief for you and Aria and of course the rest of the family. God's blessings to all of you. Your in my prayers. I hope Aria feels better real soon.
Cathy
www.tashicreations.blogspot.com |
| MrsRooster |
Posted - May 25 2010 : 06:39:39 AM
I am so glad that Aria is not relapsing. Lots of prayers for you and her.
By the way, I love ya'lls picture in MJF. I showed the picture to my daughter and she says that is what my friend looks like. She is beautiful. So lots of love from Bri too.
Have a wonderful day.
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| Marcy |
Posted - May 25 2010 : 05:49:45 AM
Julia,
The first thing I thought when I saw this as "Oh, thank God!" Thank you so very much for keeping us posted and letting us know how she is. I've been eagerly checking the boards for news. Know that you are all in my thoughts and prayers and may Aria continue to get better and thrive!
Farmgirl #170
Since you get more joy out of giving joy to others, you should put a good deal of thought into the happiness that you are able to give...Eleanor Roosevelt
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| texdane |
Posted - May 25 2010 : 05:44:51 AM
Oh, Julia. I was holding my breath reading this. I am soooo glad that Aria has good news, and that she will be feeling better soon. Wish I could hug you both. Will keep y'all in my prayers.
Nicole
Farmgirl Sister #1155
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| knittinchick |
Posted - May 25 2010 : 05:15:01 AM
Yay! That's such good news! I can't even begin to imagine what was going through your head during all this! You are so brave, and I applaud you for being such a good Mama!
God's Blessings,
Megan aka Loretta Rae
At heart, I am both a sassy city girl and a down-home country gal. |
| sherrye |
Posted - May 24 2010 : 10:29:13 PM
oh julia and aria when i saw you were sick i was so concerned for you. to be able to rejoice that you have a normal strep is funny and great at the same time. so glad it turned out this way. i am sure you feel a little gun shy so to speak.you have been through a huge ordeal. it is great that the staff was so supportive and love you both so much. to have your fears validated and not dismissed is so good. happy for you all happy days sherrye
the learn as we go silk purse farm
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| clothedinscarlet |
Posted - May 24 2010 : 8:53:27 PM
Yay! What good news for you today! We rejoice with you!!! What a strong a brave little girl you have and what a strong and brave mommy you are. i could not imagine the emotions you go through with a scare like that. (((HUGS)))
Farmgirl Sister #1110
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| classygram |
Posted - May 24 2010 : 8:27:48 PM
So happy to hear Aria did not have a relapse and pray she will be recovering quickly so she can get out there and play with the rest of them.
Hugs, Brenda
"What lies behind us, and what lies before us are small matter compared to what lies within us."
Ralph Waldo Emerson
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| maggie14 |
Posted - May 24 2010 : 7:59:28 PM
Aww, I hope she feels better soon.
Hugs,
Channah
Farmgirl sister #1219
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| Annika |
Posted - May 24 2010 : 7:24:24 PM
I am so relieved! I'm all teary . Im just glad it is a normal kid thing and that she is being allowed to come home and not have to endure another hospital stay. You are both so brave =) I think of your bravery and just what a strong and wonderful woman aria will be. Julia have that chocolate cake! Take a breath and know that we are sending you love and light from my house to yours.
Poor kid, strep is miserable. I hope that she feels better soon =(
Take care and huge sister hugs!
Annika
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| CountryBorn |
Posted - May 24 2010 : 7:22:14 PM
I am so thankful she will be ok. I just felt in my bones she would be. Anything like this is enough to send a loving Mom into a tailspin. That little one will be up and running around before you know it. This is Aria we are talking about!! Nothing keeps her down for long! She takes aftet her Mom.
Hugs and Love MJ
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| Alee |
Posted - May 24 2010 : 7:04:24 PM
Oh Julia! I am so choked up right now. I feel like Aria and you are family. I am SO happy that Aria hasn't relapsed!
Alee
Farmgirl Sister #8
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