I wasn’t able to write yesterday. Mostly, my day was filled with some routine legal procedures. This left me short on time for getting Ryan’s therapies in. I also had to jump in the shower an extra time (when I got home from being out) because a women I was around, seemingly oblivious (or not caring… which I suppose is little different) to the risk she might pose to my son if I brought something back with me, was hacking and coughing like I envision a pasty-faced Typhoid Mary. Oh… legal disclaimer here: I make no claim to her specific infection nor lack thereof, nor her relative pastiness, for that matter. I could practically see the germs crawling on her. Am I wrong to feel this way even though I recognize I’m über sensitive to such? Anyhow, the balance of the day was a whirlwind of catching up. In the end, I had to keep Ryan up for an extra hour-and-a-half to make it through.
I know everyone is excited to hear about our first family outing in the handicap van that was so kindly donated by Koons Automotive. As it turns out, we were not able to pull it off. For one, our attorney was late getting in town to meet with us in relation to the following day’s activities. Although the meeting was short — basically giving us directions then advising us to be open and honest— it was later than anticipated.
There were some other factors that made it unsafe and, quite frankly, nearly impossible. People who live in my area will tell you the rain was coming down in sheets that night. Don’t get me wrong, we gave it the old college try. We even had Ryan securely strapped in the van and the engine running. Even more, the hot chocolate was poured and the cookies in Kari’s lap in the back seat. We were that close!
In the end, it just didn’t feel like a wise decision. I had to play the part of the Christmas Grinch (I got your Noël right here!, I thought to myself, as I imagined myself and my dog, Tucker, standing in the town square stopping Christmas from coming), deciding to reschedule to Christmas week. It was weird, but I kept getting that feeling that something was telling me not to go. I trust my instincts so we covered Ryan and brought him back into the warmth of our home.
I was frustrating, for sure. But it was the right decision. I suppose many of the homes would not be lit up anyhow, given the drenching rain.
You know me and my germ phobia….I probably would’ve broken out the hand sanitzer right out in the middle of the encounter. Here, chickidoodle, have a spritz on me! 🙂
Merry Christmas to you all….Sending love from across town <3
carla & family
Hope you guys get things settled to where you can take a family ride in the new van. Merry Christmas to you and your family. God Bless You.
Merry Christmas Eve! I sure hope you and the family can get out to Sterling to view the beautiful lights this year. Wishing you a peaceful holiday and hoping the New Year brings Ryan back to you guys. God Bless.
Hi Ken, I’m hoping you and your family can see the Christmas lights on a calm, clear night, and I’m praying you all stay healthy. I’m sorry your special night didn’t work out …. that had to be very disappointing for you guys. Hugs, hugs and more hugs …. I can’t hug it all away but I can sure try!!!
Sending you love, more hugs for good measure, and as always my prayers.
Paula
” Walking petri dish ” that is funny and we have a few up here. My prayers continue for Ryan and his family. Be Blessed in the days leading up till Christmas.
You have to go with your gut. I also do not think you are wrong to feel the way you do about the walking petri dish you encountered. I work in the medical field and the flu this year is nasty. It was very insensitive of her to exposure you to whatever she had knowing the risk it posed to Ryan. Fingers crossed he remains healthy through the holidays and beyond.
You know, I was so focused on how I felt about the “walking petri dish” that I never considered all the people who provide for Ryan’s care, treatment, and wellbeing. I suppose you, and everyone else, is put off by this seeming complete disregard for others.
Sometimes stuff happens. If the weather is better today, grab those cookies and try again tonight. Give it the old Clarion try!
Ken, Sorry you guys couldn’t go for ride to see lights ,but think you were smart (as always:) We had awful weather here too. Could hardly see .Many more rides to come for sure! Stay well and people should stay home when coughing and not feeling good. Hope all went well .A good day to all
love Gail