Christmas Break Extended for One

Poor Noah has been battling a lengthy case of strep throat. On December 12th, a scheduled day off from school with plans for a friend to come over, Noah awoke in tears with a fever, headache and sore throat. Unfortunately, Noah has a nasty history of strep throat and I knew instantly what the doctor later confirmed--Noah indeed had strep throat. He finished his antibiotics the Sunday before Christmas, but developed another sore throat Christmas Eve morning. Since we were visiting Trey's family in Lima, Ohio we visited the urgent care and again Noah was treated for strep. Fast forward to today--Noah awoke today with a sore throat. Once again, I knew he was suffering from strep throat; again confirmed by a 3rd trip to the doctor. For those that use Motrin--it's truly a "miracle drug". By the afternoon, Noah felt well enough to construct his lego tank; with help from his Mom. Although he's sick and missed school today and will be home again tomorrow, we had a great time spending his sick day together. He seems to be feeling better and we truly hope that this round of antibiotics cures his strep throat. And, no, Noah was not thrilled to have his vacation extended--he was so disappointed when I told him he'd be staying home today. He misses his friends and can't wait to see everyone on Wednesday!

I guess "sick days" aren't all bad--doesn't his tank look GREAT?!