In case you've been following the case of 'really now, what does Eli have all over his body?' This is the latest, the blood work was sent to California... Hmmmm....curious, yes. They didn't give us a reason but only said we'd get results next week, midweek.
Upon seeing our dear friend's child we were able to clearly, without a doubt, identify they do not have the same thing. This brings Todd and I back to Chicken Pox. Though he never had an outbreak on his tummy or back, neck or head he had at least 100-150 on his legs and arms combined. We've all heard of people who had the virus but only 10 spots or 20 spots. So right now all the scabs have fallen off. The spots are disappearing slowly. He is no longer contagious.
This is the end of this bumpy ride. Enough with the Chicken Pox already!! We're currently regrouping for our next adventure whatever that may be!!
Saturday, May 31, 2008
Tuesday, May 27, 2008
Inconclusive...
Unfortunately I do not have an answer to yesterday's post, Chicken Pox (CP) or Hand, Foot and Mouth (HFM)??
Our doctor today ruled out HFM because the sores aren't consistent with HFM. But they aren't 100% convinced that it is CP either because it is not on his torso/head which is odd because CP usually begins at on the back/stomach and moves outward. For a moment they thought it may be impetigo so he was cultured for that but it came back negative.
The way this was all left is that we had to go to a separate lab for blood work. The blood work is to specifically screen for the vericella virus (chicken pox).
Time will tell...
Our doctor today ruled out HFM because the sores aren't consistent with HFM. But they aren't 100% convinced that it is CP either because it is not on his torso/head which is odd because CP usually begins at on the back/stomach and moves outward. For a moment they thought it may be impetigo so he was cultured for that but it came back negative.
The way this was all left is that we had to go to a separate lab for blood work. The blood work is to specifically screen for the vericella virus (chicken pox).
Time will tell...
Monday, May 26, 2008
Thinking Twice!?!?!
Okay, this is a humble moment for me... Todd and I are beginning to wonder if Eli really does have chicken pox or if it is a really bad case of Hand, Foot and Mouth. There are two reasons for this: 1. The spots/blisters never made it to his torso, neck or scalp, all the sores are on his arms and legs. Chicken pox works the opposite way, torso/back first then to the remaining part of the body. 2. Another child with whom we've been recently has now broken out with them. The gestation period for pox is around 14 days. We were with this little boy only five days ago.
So, it is off to the doctor we go tomorrow. Yes, our little friends will have to tag along. Hopefully they'll get us in and out very quickly considering the 'diagnosis'. Trae and Addie will be in school so I'll be at my normal number of three children.
Curious though... Neither Trae nor Addison have shown any signs of being infected with HFM which is odd because neither of them have ever had it. BUT they've both had chicken pox which would explain the lack of symptoms (if Eli does indeed have chicken pox).
And, yes, I am sick to my stomach to think we've completely exposed our little guests to this yucky disease. I am afraid to tell their parents.
We'll see what happens. I'll post when I know more.
So, it is off to the doctor we go tomorrow. Yes, our little friends will have to tag along. Hopefully they'll get us in and out very quickly considering the 'diagnosis'. Trae and Addie will be in school so I'll be at my normal number of three children.
Curious though... Neither Trae nor Addison have shown any signs of being infected with HFM which is odd because neither of them have ever had it. BUT they've both had chicken pox which would explain the lack of symptoms (if Eli does indeed have chicken pox).
And, yes, I am sick to my stomach to think we've completely exposed our little guests to this yucky disease. I am afraid to tell their parents.
We'll see what happens. I'll post when I know more.
Saturday, May 24, 2008
Little Friends On Their Way!
I know I just posted but I wanted to post again because we have some little friends coming to stay at our house for the next four days. This is terribly exciting for Traeton and Addison, and Todd and I as well.
Our dear friends are taking off for some well-deserved couple time at a spa in a different state. We have the privilege, the blessing, actually, of taking care of their most precious valuables until they come home.
I am thrilled at having two precious girls in the house. That means two little girls to make up in the morning! Ahhh, bows and barrettes, definitely one of life's sweetest treats.
There will be three little boys to race cars, build tracks and hopefully some awesome block towers!
To D and J, we hope you have a fabulous time! Thank you, thank you, thank you for trusting us with your babes. We will love on them as we do our own, I promise.
Our dear friends are taking off for some well-deserved couple time at a spa in a different state. We have the privilege, the blessing, actually, of taking care of their most precious valuables until they come home.
I am thrilled at having two precious girls in the house. That means two little girls to make up in the morning! Ahhh, bows and barrettes, definitely one of life's sweetest treats.
There will be three little boys to race cars, build tracks and hopefully some awesome block towers!
To D and J, we hope you have a fabulous time! Thank you, thank you, thank you for trusting us with your babes. We will love on them as we do our own, I promise.
Oh Blessed Chicken Pox!
Wow, has it truly been a whole week since I've posted!?! Please know that I am so excited about this blogging thing! Everyday I think of about 100 different posts but due to my current stage life I am rarely able to sit down when I get the urge to write. But, oh, I would never, never wish for any other stage of life but this exact one right here.
In these upcoming days, however, I may find myself closer to the computer than usual since we are officially quarantined to the house. Yes, Elias, sweet baby boy, Elias has full blown chicken pox. This is definitely a bittersweet experience because it is heart wrenching to see my baby so uncomfortable yet now I know he'll be set for life, in the chicken pox department that is.
I am quite relieved that he has contracted the virus because I really thought his chances would be nil not that most children being vaccinated. It was just two weeks ago that I had him in for his 18 month well-baby visit and refused, once again, the vaccine. As with Traeton and Addison we decided to hold out to the last possible minute in hopes they'd contract the real-deal. Success!
The great thing about a long contagious stage is that one is forced to be home, be still, slow down and notice the small things. I remember really enjoying the simplicity of life when T and A had the pox in Chicago. I am looking forward to the same this time. If you need something you know we will be home.
In these upcoming days, however, I may find myself closer to the computer than usual since we are officially quarantined to the house. Yes, Elias, sweet baby boy, Elias has full blown chicken pox. This is definitely a bittersweet experience because it is heart wrenching to see my baby so uncomfortable yet now I know he'll be set for life, in the chicken pox department that is.
I am quite relieved that he has contracted the virus because I really thought his chances would be nil not that most children being vaccinated. It was just two weeks ago that I had him in for his 18 month well-baby visit and refused, once again, the vaccine. As with Traeton and Addison we decided to hold out to the last possible minute in hopes they'd contract the real-deal. Success!
The great thing about a long contagious stage is that one is forced to be home, be still, slow down and notice the small things. I remember really enjoying the simplicity of life when T and A had the pox in Chicago. I am looking forward to the same this time. If you need something you know we will be home.
Saturday, May 17, 2008
Splashing through an awesome day.
Today was a fabulously beautiful day here in Colorado. It was warm, sunny and filled with lots of splashing in the neighborhood pool. Today was Weatherstone's annual pool opening party. Since I am a block captain I helped organize this little gathering. We had hundreds of hot dogs and hamburgers to grill and polished off nearly every one of them. The pool was packed with little bodies having the time of their lives.
Todd flipped burgers on the massive grill for about an hour with our next door neighbor while my parents chased the children around. Elias is just about more than anyone can handle as he gave several mamas mini heart attacks time after time because he kept trying to sit down or crawl along the bottom of the pool. This was impossible since the water was over his head in both instances. He never really figured that out though. Since exiting the pool he has over filled every diaper till it soaks his clothes. Who knows how much water he ingested!
We all managed to get a little bit of a sunburn here or there. Trae's face is quite red as are the back of my legs. It was a beautiful day.
Also, we are re-decorating our master bedroom and today our dear Sandi finished painting. This was quite the task since she had to apply four different colors throughout the room and bathroom. We are really supporting our CU Buffs now as our walls are black and gold!! Black on the bottom and magical gold stripes on the top. It all turned out very cool. To get the full effect you'll have to come walk our room.
Todd flipped burgers on the massive grill for about an hour with our next door neighbor while my parents chased the children around. Elias is just about more than anyone can handle as he gave several mamas mini heart attacks time after time because he kept trying to sit down or crawl along the bottom of the pool. This was impossible since the water was over his head in both instances. He never really figured that out though. Since exiting the pool he has over filled every diaper till it soaks his clothes. Who knows how much water he ingested!
We all managed to get a little bit of a sunburn here or there. Trae's face is quite red as are the back of my legs. It was a beautiful day.
Also, we are re-decorating our master bedroom and today our dear Sandi finished painting. This was quite the task since she had to apply four different colors throughout the room and bathroom. We are really supporting our CU Buffs now as our walls are black and gold!! Black on the bottom and magical gold stripes on the top. It all turned out very cool. To get the full effect you'll have to come walk our room.
Thursday, May 15, 2008
A Realization
I started this blog several days ago, visiting it every day, adding an element here and there. Yet I still haven't sent the address to anyone. As of right now no one even knows this exists, at least, no one that knows me. Why is this? What do I want to accomplish through this blog? Why do I feel the need to have a family blog?
Earlier this week I had a realization, a moment of understanding, about the lack of updates from far off friends that used to fill my inbox. I realized that I no longer get updates from friends because that is completely outdated since the popularization of blogging and Facebook/My Space pages. So I immediately, not to be left in some high tech graveyard, developed a Facebook and blog for myself/our family.
Part of me is freaking out at the voyeuristic aspect of blogging. Do I really want people, friends and strangers alike, knowing intimate details about us? I really didn't think I was a private person at all until now...this is definitely pushing a comfort zone that I didn't even realize I had.
Another part of me is completely stoked about having a platform. A platform for what is yet to be determined. I love hearing/reading others' points of views and this is a fantastic way to be a voice but not an obtrusive voice.
So here we go...along the bumpy road of life. Welcome to 'Bumpin' Along With The Burms' because this is a wild ride.
ERB
Earlier this week I had a realization, a moment of understanding, about the lack of updates from far off friends that used to fill my inbox. I realized that I no longer get updates from friends because that is completely outdated since the popularization of blogging and Facebook/My Space pages. So I immediately, not to be left in some high tech graveyard, developed a Facebook and blog for myself/our family.
Part of me is freaking out at the voyeuristic aspect of blogging. Do I really want people, friends and strangers alike, knowing intimate details about us? I really didn't think I was a private person at all until now...this is definitely pushing a comfort zone that I didn't even realize I had.
Another part of me is completely stoked about having a platform. A platform for what is yet to be determined. I love hearing/reading others' points of views and this is a fantastic way to be a voice but not an obtrusive voice.
So here we go...along the bumpy road of life. Welcome to 'Bumpin' Along With The Burms' because this is a wild ride.
ERB
Sunday, May 11, 2008
Happy Birthday Lindsey!
Happy Birthday dear sister! As my first official post on our brand new blog I thought it'd be fitting to wish you a happy birthday since afterall, today is your big day!!
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