Fighting the flu :(

There are definitely a million other things I'd rather be blogging about (especially since I'm so behind on documenting all of our Christmas activities)....but sadly, we are fighting the flu at our house :(

Libby girl got a fever on Wednesday and just wasn't herself when I got home from work. It was a long night of tears, fever, and little sleep. Since John Paul just had the flu, the pediatrician wanted us to come in and get checked. And sure enough, Libs tested positive for the flu. (And of course, she was due to go in and get part 2 of her flu shot tomorrow) After calling pharmacies all over town, I finally found liquid suspension Tamiflu at Dougherty's. Just the thought that I wouldn't be able to get the medicine that my baby needed was terrible and made my heart ache for all the mamas in places and circumstances where they can't get what they need for their babies.

Her fever has now subsided but she has a cough which has given her a raspy voice so she isn't babbling much like normal. And she's very lethargic so it's hard for her to play....but occasionally she'll have a little burst of energy and we see a glimpse of her usual spunk. Seeing my baby girl in pain is the worst and breaks my heart. Thanks so much for all of you who have been praying for her and texting/emailing to check on her. We really appreciate it so much! Please keep praying she recovers fully as soon as possible. 

Also pray for me...I don't normal struggle a ton with fear but there have definitely been some fears (both rational and some totally irrational) that have crept into my mind throughout the past few days. I think I've just heard so many stories lately about babies getting sick and something going undiagnosed or it turning into something worse, etc. Ultimately, with helpful reminders from John Paul, I've eventually paused in those moments and found comfort and peace in knowing that the Lord is in control and will walk with us through whatever comes. I'm learning all the time that being a mom comes with a whole new (long) list of ways that I need to come before the Lord, surrender, and ask for more faith to trust Him. I'm guessing this is going to continue for the rest of my life :) (side note: Natalie Grant's song "Your Great Name" is awesome when you need this reminder)

I also want to mention how much I appreciate my awesome coworkers who graciously found coverage for me so I could stay home with my girl again today. They are the best!

Now I'm off to begin the disinfecting process...