Tired of Being Sick

My little Miss Maggie has stated bluntly today how she feels about being sick. We were running a couple of errands and she told me, "Momma, my head hurts worse today." I empathized and promised ibuprofen when we got home. I apologized for her having such troubles. Maggie said, "Mommy that's okay but I am tired of my head hurting. I want to get all better." My heart broke a little. "I know sweetie" I said, "It must be hard to feel sick all the time." Her response, "Mommy it makes me so tired and frustrated. I just feel so sad." My heart broke right open.

I have mentioned we are seeing some fraying at the edges from her. The temper tantrums and the minimal patience have increased. Not to mention the separation anxieties and the new fear that something might happen to Rick or me when we leave her. So my sweet girl has had enough and there is no end in sight. As her Mom, I am heart broken and frustrated. I wish I could wave a wand and make it all better. The reality is I can't and it may take time to resolve the situation.

That leaves me with two priorites. First I must love and give Mags all the tlc she needs to help her manage through this. It is my job as her parent to teach her how to walk through this as successfully and happily as possible. Most importantly, I have to consistently remind her she is safe and we are safe. She can be as anxious as her Mother. I don't want her to repeat my mistakes so I will try to give her the tools I never had.

Second, I have to act and annoy to get these docs moving. I want answers and right away! So on Monday the calls start and I will do whatever I need to get an answer. I want to make sure we do all we can to help her feel better as soon as possible. I am putting on my "Mama Bear" and here we go.