Again, I find myself behind the eight ball in regards to writing. I’m really trying to get back into the swing of things, but I’m struggling a bit with my depression lately. That being said, I’m here now, and that’s what matters. Last I wrote, I was still going back and forth with Emmett’s pediatrician …
Category: Pediatrics
Jun 27 2019
If you detect some frustration, you’re not wrong
I’ve been struggling to write as much as I’d like if under better circumstances. This last week of my life has been very challenging, and recovering from it is taking some time. We buried my grandmother a week ago today. All of us are still feeling the impact of this, but especially Emmett. As I’m …
Apr 30 2019
So far so good
We’ve made it halfway through the day, and things have actually gone smoothly. Emmett’s back at school, and we’re in the waiting room at Akron Children’s Hospital for Elliott’s appointment. A huge thank you goes out to Lizze’s Mom because she was willing to hang out with Gavin after he was done with his blood …
Apr 29 2019
Just added a 3rd doctors appointment this week
We already have two out of town doctors appointments this week. The first is for Elliott, and it’s in Akron, and the second is in Cleveland for Mr. Gavin. This translates to a shitload of driving that will far exceed the actual time spent in each appointment. Now we’re adding a third appointment. This one …
Mar 14 2019
Today’s Victory: The Good, The Concerning and The Cause for Celebration
Yesterday after picking the kids up from school, I dropped Elliott off at home before taking Emmett to an ADHD med-check. When a child is on ADHD medication, there are frequent medication checks for a couple of reasons. First and foremost, it’s about making sure the medication is still the correct medication for the child …
Feb 04 2019
I had to really prepare Emmett for his doctor appointment today
Emmett did really well at his impromptu doctor appointment this morning. He needed to be seen because he’s running a fever and presenting with what looks like strep throat. Poor Emmett won’t talk because it hurts too much and Advil doesn’t seem to help. Anyway, on the way to the appointment I prepped a nervous …
Nov 20 2018