It's been a doozy of a week.
On Monday, one of our water heaters broke and leaked 50 gallons of water into the house, damaging carpeting, padding, drywall, baseboards and built-in cabinetry. Major messes! We've had no hot water in the kitchen, laundry room or master bathroom all week long, and our office and master bedroom closet have been off limits, while the carpeting dried and contractors ripped apart the rooms. Major hassles! And the house smelled like a wet dog for two days, while the carpeting was wet. Major stink!
On Wednesday, Jack went for his quarterly visit with the endocrinologist. His A1C was 8.1, the highest it's ever been. It usually ranges between 7.1 to 7.6. I realize some parents would be thrilled with an 8.1, but I felt crushed. Major concern!
On Thursday, family peace went out the window. Jack became so obsessed with reaching the next level on his Super Mario Bros. Wii game, that he turned into a monster, demanding that no one else in the house utter a sound while he was playing, complaining that noise was distracting him. I talked to him, and yet, he still kept getting upset over distracting sounds. Several times, I warned him to change his tune. He ignored my warnings and then whacked his brother when Max asked him a question. Major trouble! Bye bye Mario!
Later on in the afternoon, at his t-ball practice, Max attempted to retaliate, chasing his brother with a baseball bat. I took away the bat, and Max stuck his tongue out at me. Leaving practice, on the walk from the baseball field to the parking lot, Max ran ahead, too far ahead and wouldn't stop running. I finally got a hold of him, swept him up in my arms, and carried him to the car kicking and screaming. Major tantrum!
I went to bed, wondering what had gotten into my boys. They generally get along so well.
Today, things began to improve. My boys' behavior returned to normal, and a new water tank was installed. Major relief!
Nonetheless, TGIF! I'm so glad the weekend is finally here. I am ready to relax and recharge.
Next week is bound to be better!
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Oh Heidi,
ReplyDeleteI can just feel the craziness of your week through this post! I bet the house being in a state of upheaval threw the boys for a loop...How old is Max? and BTW I could soooo see Joe doing the same thing as Jack with his wii game. As a matter of fact, Joe is downstairs playing wii ski as I type this...and Joe too...becomes obsessed with getting high scores or moving on to the next levels with his games.
We are going to Endo on Tuesday...I am dreading it. Our Endo is great and very supportive...but our numbers have been a little wonky. Joe plays hockey every w/e and he was in a tournament last night. I have been running him high during hockey and the adrenaline rush, I think, pushes him up into the 300s at times...so I am not sure what to expect for an A1C on Tuesday.
Have an awesome w/e and recharge those batteries girl!
I know how you feel about the A1C! We have our report card on the 10th and I am really hoping for a lower number this time!
ReplyDeleteSorry you guys had a rough week. I hope the boys are better for you this weekend and into next week!
Can't wait to meet you on Friday!
My boys get along so well too...but we have our days, or weeks, too! I feel for you. Having the house torn apart always makes crazy! I hope things settle this week and Mama can get her peace of mind back!
ReplyDeleteYowza! What a week!
ReplyDeleteWe are going to the endo on Tues. And I'm expecting about an 8.1. Not happy about it - but she's basically been sick since our last visit so... I still don't have to like it! I feel your frustration!
Praying that next week will be better...!
Heidi,
ReplyDeleteI can sooo relate to your post. It is almost as if I am there living through it as well. The weekend is here and it is bound to get better for you. Keep on truckin.
Hubby G
Crazy week!! I know what you mean about the sibling fights! My girls will be best friends and then enemies in the same breath. What gives?
ReplyDeleteI love D moms! :) It is comforting to know others fret over A1Cs as well and so nice to hear others say their kids obsess over Wii games and bicker every now and then too!
ReplyDeleteThe mess in the house is driving me nuts, but today was a nice break from the chaos and clutter!
And, hubby G, ha ha! You make me laugh! There's no one I'd rather keep on truckin' with than you!