We know it’s impossible to predict the future, especially when it comes to life lately. Frankly, I’m still shocked at how quickly my life came to a halt after catching Coronavirus. I know I’m not alone – we are all scratching our heads daily wondering how a virus could turn our world upside down. But life has ALWAYS been unpredictable so I wonder if we should feel this surprised.
The last two weeks have been a blur to comprehend. HOW DID I GET CORONAVIRUS? I spent so much time worrying about my health before I got sick that I never anticipated this. THANKFULLY, I’m so proud to announce (I could literally cry) I feel better today. I am more like myself than I have been in 16 long ass days.
I’m not 100% better since my doctor says the virus isn’t completely gone until my cough disappears. But, this is progress!
Our Weekend // April 3, 2020
Over the weekend I made an effort to get out of bed and enjoy the sun with my family. We watched the Easter Bunny parade through our neighborhood on Saturday. It was so amazing to be able to watch my daughters’ excitement as they chased the Easter Bunny by our house. All of our neighbors were on their lawns cheering and waving too. I’ll never forget this moment.
In other news – Ailey has started sucking her thumb when she is sleepy or relaxed. Last September Brandon got rid of her beloved pacifier while I was away overnight. It was an easy, painless process. But now, 6 months later she has randomly started sucking her thumb.
I spoke with a Pediatric Dentist and she said its common for young children to resort to thumb sucking during difficult times. We think since I’ve been sick for so long that she started doing so as a coping mechanism. I hope we can kick this habit now that I’m feeling better.
An Update on the Girls
I am so proud of how the girls have gotten along while I’ve been sick. Annabelle and Ailey are great friends, but have normal sister struggles with jealousy. They’ve done surprisingly well sharing their Dad’s attention!
Brandon has truly stepped up in the husband/father department over the last two weeks. I used to think he couldn’t handle parenting without me, but he proved me wrong. The house might be a disaster and our laundry may be piled up extra high, but the girls are healthy and happy.
What’s Coming Up
This week I hope to get back into a more normal routine with the girls. My husband is working full time from home, so virtual learning is my responsibility. I’m looking forward to organizing our messy home and working on Caitlin Houston Blog. Here’s to praying for a full recovery by Easter!
A peek at Easter last year…
Continue to heal sweet child! Laundry and messy houses will always be there.
You are loved! God bless❤
….so glad you’re feeling better!!!
So glad you’re feeling better. Continue to take it easy as much as you can, and enjoy the sunshine. ?
I’m so glad to hear it! I admit that I’ve been checking your blog more than normal with the hopes you’d have an update. Very glad to hear you are finally feeling better and that the girls are OK. Don’t worry too much about the thumb sucking, I’m sure it will pass (probably quicker than your virus did)!
So glad to hear you’re feeling bette! Answer to many prayers!
So glad you are starting to feel better!
So relieved to hear you’re feeling better! Happy Easter to you and your family!
Do you think you caught the virus from anything which might have been delivered to your home? Amazon, FedEx or the US Postal service? Or a quick careful stop at the bank, pharmacy or grocery store? I also want to know why your children hopefully did not get exposed. I have my grandchildren living with me and I am working remotely, but we do make a quick run when only absolutely necessary…carrying hand sanitizer at all times.
Amazon, Fed X or email the Post Office could have carried the Covid 19 on your mail or packages. Even grocery shopping, when your groceries home & unpack them. I have gotten into the habit of spraying everything down with either Lysol, or sanitizing wipes, along with wearing a KN95 Mask & gloves & wiping down the carriage handles before I go into a store, & try to keep your distance from other shoppers.