I spent my day yesterday taking care of a sick little man. We've had a pretty decent stretch of time with no real illnesses (ear infections mess with his sleep and mood but it doesn't affect much else). This normal cold has rocked his world though. Poor guy has the worst runny nose. He is sneezing every 10 minutes and snot just shoots out. He won't let me get anywhere near him with the nosefrida to suction him out so his sneezes are the only way to get rid of the gunk. Poor guy coughed so hard during dinner than boogers/mucus shot out of his mouth. His eyes are also watering really bad. It looks like he's crying but he's not. He had "tears" streaming down his face all day long.
He took 3 long naps yesterday and each time I went into his room and turned on the humidifier, he'd lay his head down on my shoulder and cuddle. This is so unlike him so it was sad but sweet at the same time. For his morning nap, he actually let me rock him and he ended up sleeping for an hour upright in the chair with me. We haven't done that since he was 4 months old. Normally, he wiggles around and whines and leans towards his crib but not today. Poor thing.
I think the extra sleep did him good because he does seem to be doing better. Meds, bath, lots of cuddles have helped. Even though he's not his normal self, I loved being home with him. Unfortunately, he's back at daycare today and hopefully he makes it through it okay. It really sucks not having family/backup to help in these kinds of situations.
And since he napped so great, I got a bunch of birthday party prep done. His invites are ready and half of them are stuffed in envelopes (need to pick up some more), his picture banners are almost done (just need to add in the last month and then string them together), cupcake toppers are half done, all the extra serving pieces, plates, silverware, etc.. are bought, decor is all compiled just need to assemble. I've started stocking up on some food items that I can buy ahead but we need to order the cupcakes as well. We're getting there. With 70 people on the guest list, I'm trying to get started early so I'm not rushed with everything. I can't believe we're so close already!
And since we're keeping the theme a secret until invites are out, here's just a sneak peek of what I've been working on. (I really hope this kid likes blue and green because they are "his colors.")
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