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Things are still a little crazy. We thought my mother in law was improving, and she was, but when she was moved to the rehab floor she hit a wall. Unfortunately it was determined that the infection in her brain was in another spot. Devastated is an understatement. She under went serious brain surgery last night. We are hoping they can find the bug through a culture and get a better idea of antibiotics to treat it. It’s very difficult time.
Life goes on. Even in crisis it happens all around me. I am learning how to deal with this and still continue to live. At first I wasn’t doing so well (sometimes I still don’t) but its getting better. I am realizing I need to find a way to do all the normal stuff.
A month ago Alan and I ran off for a two day cruise to Mexico. For many reasons we almost didn’t go. If only we had a crystal ball when we booked the trip. Life was crazy and leaving was heart wrenching with his Mom in the ICU. Family picked up and took my kids and pushed us to go. My sister in law Lisa took my twins and continued to be the support for my Mother in law (I owe them big time). My Mom and Sisters took Lindsey and Jacob and spoiled them rotten (thank you so much). My little sister even took on a dog (we are watching my mother in law’s dog). Even though the weather was cold the first days we had an amazing time. I couldn’t believe how hard the stress had been on us until we spent the day on the boat. Without cell phones or computers we were forced to let it go.. for real. What a blessing this was.
I highly recommend couples get away. Alan and I really needed this time to reconnect and give our attention to each other. I am so glad we went!
In similar news…Six months ago we bought a girls cruise. A five day cruise. It was me, my two sisters, my Mom, my mother in law and my sister in law. It’s this weekend. For a while I figured we wouldn’t go. My heart is broken my mother in law can’t come. It’s been decided we will go. So this weekend I head off got 5 days without kids. I am very happy to be able to go. I really need the break. I just really wish we were brining Jan. You just never know what life if going to bring. Thank you to my good friend Hillary who is watching my kids during the days (Alan has them after work). Without her we would not be going at all.
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I am so happy you girls are able to go on your cruise. You certainly need a break. I know your MIL would want you to go and get some much needed stress relief.
Also very cool that you and Alan were bale to get away. Under all the stress you are all under I am sure it was heaven to be able to focus just on each other.
Prayers still coming your way.
Laura, you look fabulous in those pictures! Sorry things are still tough for Jan. Have a great time on your girls' cruise. I hope we can get together one more time before this baby comes (4 more weeks!).
You are doing the right things! You need these breaks to fill your cup, and no one would want you to take them more than Jan.
Have a wonderful time, Laura. I've said it before and I'll say it again, Jan is very fortunate in her daughters-in-law. You are both great, loving women.
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so there is a little spot in you that will let others help you with your kids!?! (I am the same way...I have the hardest time having other take my kids when I feel it's my responsibility) *smile*
anyway, I am glad your family made you go on that little vacation with Alan...that was probably one of the best things you could do to rejuvenate yourselves in such an emotionally draining time! And yes, go on that girls cruise!
It breaks my heart to think your mother in law is still struggling. She (and your whole fam) remain in our prayers!
I'm so happy that you will have the chance to get away. All this stress needs some sort of relief.....and, so glad you were able to get away with Alan for the weekend. I think of you all the time......praying for your family.......xoxo.
♥ Sounds like a wonderful time and a much needed getaway! I hope you have a wonderful 5 days! :)
Glad you were able to get away! My hubby and I recently went to Hawaii for three days and we had no idea how much we needed it. Yes you do look fabulous!
I'm glad that the surgery went well for Alan's mom. It probably makes it easier for you to go. You totally need it though, and I am sure Alan's mom would be upset if you didn't go. Have a great time :)
So sorry that things are so stressful with your MIL. I'm glad that you are still finding ways to take care of YOU so that you can be a strength to your family.
HUGS. and have a good time.
OH i'm so sorry she's relapsed. that sucks.
but, life moves on. glad you are getting this chance to recharge YOUR batteries.
what an awesome friend to help out with the kids. yay!
have fun! you deserve it.
Couples time is a must! It is so hard to remember to be husband and wife sometimes when you are so busy being Mom and Dad.
Especially with the summer you've had.
I'm glad you are still getting away on your girl's cruise. I agree that she would want you to go and be together...do something she would love in her honor...and you can tell her about it when she's recovered.
Hugs!
So glad to hear that you got to get away and recharge with Alan.
Thinking of you and your sweet family at this time. I wish I had a magic wand sometimes to just {make it all better!}
I think your MIL will want all the girls to go and have fun. You'll have so much to tell her when she has recovered.
Wow! What a way to rechardge your batteries. Enjoy yourself and hope that the doctors will find answers for your MIL. What a rough time Laura. Thinking of you.
God bless. I'm sorry?
I love the idea of completely getting away... as in away from cell towers...
Your girls cruise is TEMPTING.. I'm gonna see if my sisters are up for it! Not all can afford it tho.. how do you deal with that?
sounds and looks like you guys had a great time! good for you to get away with just the two of you... every couple needs that!
Glad you got some quality time with your hubby!
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