Okay it's March 7 and I personally have had only one healthy week since January 2nd. But between the three of us in the last six months we have had two stomach flu's, one ulcer, one bout of food poisoning, three (or is it four) sinus infections, an emergency room visit for an allergic reaction to a medication, at least six colds and now influenza type a. Haven't had a clear head for some time - I don't quite know what it will feel like to be healthy! But all we can do is assume that we are at the bottom of the figure 8 and we are inevitably on OUR WAY UP!
I know I just went through the litany of ailments, but the amazing part is that through it all, there is never a shortage of smiles. Tristan not only keeps us smiling through our own ailments with his adventurous spirit, sweet hugs and love of play and wrestling, but he smiles when he isn't feeling well. He simply wants to have fun and enjoy life. It gives us such perspective as to what is really important in life, and in the scope of things we have it all - a happy, healthy (relatively) family unit. There is so little worth getting upset about and so important to keep the attitude and spirits up.
Tristan says it best below as he feels the groove and just lives in the moment!
The Final Email
4 years ago
2 comments:
Oh I've seen those dance moves before. Cottonwood High courtyard -- I think it was a Valentine's Dance. Kidding! He's much better than that! I'm so sorry you've been so sick! We have RSV going through our house right now and today is the first day I have felt like doing anything in over a week. Morgan has pneumonia and Mia has ear infections but both are doing better now that they are on antibiotics! Sending well wishes your way! XOXO
I'm so sorry this winter has been rough. Spring starts here in a week or so, right? And, just think how strong Tristan's immune system is going to be!
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