So the little white spots have relocated to my throat and tonsils. And the terrible tummy ache has taken up residence in my legs–seriously.
I wondered last week if the pain in Ava’s stomach was muscular and not related to her digestive system. She never lost her appetite or exhibited any other signs of a typical upset stomach. She did have muscle spasms and wanted someone to be constantly massaging her tummy. Now I understand why.
The virus attacked my leg muscles with amazing force. I couldn’t believe how painful it was. What I thought was fatigue on Saturday became the full-blown virus on Sunday.
Ava was my most attentive nurse. She came in routinely to see if I needed more hot tea or water. She brought me snacks. She gave me little massages and colored me pictures. Under her expert care, I even gagged down my fair share of the aloe vera globs. And of course, she prayed for me. She held one of my hands in her hand and placed the other hand on my arm and earnestly prayed: “Dear God, Help Mama to feel better. Please protect her to not be sick any more. And help all the bad germs to go away and make her all healthy again. Amen.”
With all that love and attention, one can’t help but feel better. And I do.
No more aloe for me!
Amen Ava!!
Aww. So sweet. Glad you are feeling better.
I am glad you are feeling better… and would love a peice of that pie. Just say when and where
I love that Ava prayed for you. So special. She knew how to take care of you, because you were her example. Beautiful!
glad you’re feeling better!
I love the prayers children pray. They’re so innocent, sweet, and straight to the point. Ava, you’re so good to your mama.
Tiff
ugh,
My husband had this! maybe it’s a MN thing! I think I might be on the brink of having it too, so I’m over-dosing on vitamins!
I hope the rest of the family is bug-free! And that you recover completely soon!
This stinks right at the end of a beautiful summer!
Hang in there,
Heather
Oh, sweet Ava. I’m glad you’re feeling better!
wow. what an incredible daughter you have raised. God is good.
i hope that you continue to feel better, my friend!
please say hello to the nurse and the hungry man for us. we miss you guys. but “the office” is just around the corner!
What a sweet, caring and tender nurse you have!
Get well soon!