So, I am out of the hospital. YAY! I am embarrassed to admit this because I fear being flamed for it but I kind of left before they were ready to let me go. I didn't "bust out" or anything Bonnie&Clyde-ish. I just told them I really was ready to go. The doctor finally gave in provided that I get yet another cat scan this week, which I will most definitely do.
The food was just horrible, I miss my sweet child, and I wanted to be in my own bed. In addition to that, my white blood cell count is once again normal so I thought it was very reasonable to expect to go home. The meds they were giving me were making me more sick in some ways ("oh your potassium levels are high. drink this" then diarrhea follows suit, etc). They still don't know what's wrong. The reason for the follow up scan is because my lymph nodes are swollen which very well could be because of the pneumonia.
As far as DH, we kind of aren't speaking right now. I am sure we will work through it eventually. I just need to sit on this a while. I'm angry and don't make the best decisions in this state.
Thank you all for your prayers and support. I really appreciate you all!
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I think you are smart to let things calm down before talking to your DH. I am the same way - I make really bad decisions when I am emotional or sick or both.
While it is great you are not in the hospital anymore I am worried about you (no flames just love). Let us know how the cat scan goes and anything else they discover.
Are you feeling better? Are you getting any help around the house? Are you going back to work or are you going to rest?
woah, woah, woah.
hospital? white blood count? wha?
Dang it, I have no idea what is going on with you!
Sending lots of love and thoughts your way. Praying you get to the source of your illness and get better. You are loved by many, sweet Jen!
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No flames whatsoever. As long as the doc was cool with you going then I'm all for it.
I am concerned about you and John not speaking though. Is your mom still there so she can look after you as well as Jace? I wouldn't want you to over do it.
I'm so worried about you, Jen but trust you're home and relaxing with Jace now.
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This. I just got caught up! I am so sorry to hear you are sick! I wish I could be there with you. John is getting a virtual butt kicking for taking off, btw. I hope your mom is taking good care of you and you find out what's going on! Feel better! Miss you bunches!!! XOXO
I just read your other posts and got all caught up. I'm sorry your husband is so obviously absorbed in the sports. I agree with a lot of previous posters. 4 sports is way too much for one kid. I was always restricted to 1 sport and 1 after school activity at the same time. I could do soccer and softball as long as I only did fall soccer and spring softball. That's just too much to do and still keep up with school and have family time as well.
Waiting to talk it over with your DH when you are feeling better and less angry/hurt/upset is best. I really hope he is willing to listen and come to some kind of compromise with you.
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Not flaming you & I hope I don't get flamed for what I am going to say but pnuemonia isn't something to take lightly. I get nervouse hearing anyone has it because I used to work with a woman who died from it. She was in her 60's and full of such life. I know it's most dangerous for seniors & babies & those who don't have a good immune system. PLEASE take care of yourself.
Glad to hear your at home. It's amazing what your own bed and the snuggles from your LO can do for recovery. Good luck with the cat scan this week.
It's a good thing to wait until you're a bit calmer before engaging DH in a discussion. Thoughts and prayers are still coming your way. Both for health and your talk with DH.