Thursday, December 4, 2008

Sitting, Waiting, Wishing

Sorry to be a Debbie Downer, but this blog is a venting one...

Today was booger's 2 year check up, which was perfect timing because his procedure is Tuesday. We were hoping we could just make sure everything is OK, avoid a flu shot, and go on our merry way. As I'm in the office speaking with our pediatrician (whom I ADORE and respect whole heartedly) about some of what we have been facing the past few months with his biting, behavior, and lack of appetite, he suggests that we send him to be evaluated for developmental disabilities. I understand that this may open doors for better understanding exactly what is causing some of the unwanted behavior, especially since we are disciplining him and encouraging the good behavior, while discouraging the poor choices.

My problem is I am exhausted, I am worn down, I am beat. Every time we visit a doctor, I feel as if something else is catastrophically wrong. I realize I have so much to be thankful for, but I am still feeling beat down and pooped on. We just found out he is allergic to so many new foods, may have a GI disease that will alter his entire life, and now we are testing for disabilities. I have spent the last 2 years and 9 months focusing on doing everything that is best for my little booger, and it is all backfiring. I just feel like something is always wrong with him, and I don't understand why.

In addition, we have been preparing for his "cleanse" prior to his test and have (finally!) eliminated his night night cup. As a result, he has not slept in days. Which means we have not slept in days. He isn't even napping, right now, I'm just hoping that he will even rest quietly. This is also probably a source of my frustration, but I still feel this way.

Again, sorry to be a downer, I know He will provide healing and help for our family, I just have to get this out for a minute.

Blessings, wilsonsmom

2 comments:

velma96 said...

>:)< (that's me giving you a hug!)

Dawn, I hope you know that I am praying for you, and I think of you often. You are a GREAT mom...please don't blame yourself for any of the difficulties you've been going through over the last few months with Wilson's health or behavior! You are amazing!!!

B Partridge said...

Dawn, please know that we are praying for Wilson and you guys everyday. We pray for protection, healing, understanding....and anythin else you want us to. Whatever the doctor says go for it. He has been with you guys each step and you have told me plenty of times how much you trust. I truly believe that God gave you this amazing doctor because he would believe and listen to all your concerns and want to help! We are praying that Tuesday goes well! We love you guys!