Friday, May 28, 2010
Off to the Airport
Well Daddy and Bee had a VERY ROUGH night! He got no sleep and she will not let him put her down. She has not stopped crying and it's been difficult for him to get her to hold down Ty*lenol to keep her fever down. Her teeth are definitely bothering her because she keeps putting her hand in her mouth. Jesse is beyond complete exhaustion and frustrated beyond anything. It was painful for me to watch over skype because I couldn't do anything for either of them. He said that she was crying so much last night that the people in the room next door were banging on the wall. He didn't get to sleep but an hour last night and didn't have anything to eat for dinner last night either. This morning he finally was able to have some breakfast and it looked as though that really did him some good. The driver from Eastern was going to pick him up at 8am and take him to the airport. He should be taking off in about an hour and 40 minutes. I am praying to GOD that the flight goes ok and that someone offers help or that she is so exhausted that she sleeps on the flight.
On the homefront, I am dealing with Riley who is very angry and really acting out. He is mad that his daddy is gone and says that he does NOT want a sister . He has been hitting me and has been REALLY mean. This morning he packed his suitcase and said he wanted me to drop him off at the airport because he was going to Korea to see Daddy. He had had enough of Daddy being gone. I dropped him off at my dad's house and when I came back my dad told me he had said that he didn't want a sister because sisters are poopy and mommy and daddy were going to love her more than him. He is just done with this whole adoption thing and rightfully so. I can't wait for her to be home and this whole thing to be over. It has lasted WAY TOO LONG! I will hopefully hear from him tomorrow at like 11am when he lands in Chicago. I just hope the flight goes ok and he gets through customs ok. Please say a prayer for them.
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Oh man, there is so much going on for everyone right now. I really hope you are able to get some sleep Kara. I feel for Riley too and have an idea what might be going on in your house. Once everybody gets some rest and reset I hope you are able to find a way to have a little bit of fun, even if just for a few minutes. Give Riley lots of hugs now even if he is being a butt head...you will be super busy soon, and he needs to know he is loved, butt head behavior and all. In spite of all the work ahead, you are right, it is FINALLY OVER! It will be rough, but you can finally move on with your lives. I am thinking about Ashley and Jesse and hoping for a break on the way home. Take care.
Oh man, I had to laugh about Riley saying sisters are poopy. It's probably actually a good thing he is so vocal about his feelings. When I went through a hard time after my second child, My oldest who was 3 at the time peed in corners and into toys..sooo frustrating, but poor kids, they feel the stress too! Hopefully they both pass out on the plane and get some zzz's. Can't wait till she's home in your arms:) Good luck!!
Oh Kara I feel for all 4 of you right now, so much going on for each and every one of you. Prayers coming your way.
Hang in there Kara. Riley's behavior will go on for a little while. We really had an adjustment period with Zachary. My heart goes out to Jesse, Bee and you. You need to get your rest because Bee and Jesse will need you tomorrow. I am keeping you in my prayers.
I'm praying that everything goes ok.
On a Bee front, am I wrong or did Jesse notice something about her ears at the first meeting with her? Is it possible she has an ear infection? They are miserable and with the separation from her known environment might cause distress.
On the Riley front, I'm so sorry. It's going to be a transition. He'll get it. It will take some time.
Hugs and prayers. Hang in there. She's almost home.
I'm so sorry about all of this. It's a big plane and I do believe that somebody will come to Jesse's rescue during the flight. My oldest also had a really tough time when her little sister came... it will take time but Riley will come around. Soon (very soon) all will be as it should be. :) I am praying for all of you.
Hang in there. It really stinks when something joyous, that you have been waiting for so long to happen, ends up being stressful and frustrating. It may be that by the time Jesse gets home, Bee will feel better & be more comfortable and it may be that Riley will end up being really happy...or it could be that it may take everyone in your family some time to adjust (I know you know all this). Whatever happens, eventually everyone will adjust and it will work out. Praying that happens sooner rather than later.
Oh Kara, my heart breaks for everyone - sounds like rough transitions all around. Hang in there, get that girl home and let the healing begin!
Hang in there Kara! For our light and momentary troubles are achieving for us an eternal glory that far outweighs them all...I will be praying for Jesse, Bee, Riley, and you tonight.
Hi Kara, First of all let me congratulate you on a beautiful daughter. You have such a wonderful family.
Sorry about all the temporary probolems.
Just a tiny suggestion that you of course have the option of using or not. You might talk to Riley and ask him which one of his fingers he likes the best. Then when he understands that all of his fingers are important tell him that for you all of your children are just as important. Or you could use your arms and hands, whatever he could relate to best. Tell him that he is your first baby and that you will love him forever and ever. He is such a great, smart boy. He will understand and adjust. Just be sure and not let him hit the baby. It's also to try to not let him hit you. You can do it. You are so strong and always do the right thing. I am prayering for you and your sweet family.
This is a heartbreaking, but incredibly special day. Things WILL get better bit by bit and what a JOY that will be! Praying that the flight is going smoothly...and that Bee and Jesse are HOME soon! And also for sweet Riley as he adjusts to these new changes. Hugs!
I'm praying for Jesse & Bee... and you and Riley too! Your world is definately changing... but you will find your new lives to be great!
Does Jesse have a long layover in Chicago? Email me if he does and you think he could use an extra hand. I'm not up to anything today and could meet him at the airport. (O'Hare does great about getting children through customs quickly and smoothly!)
Oh wow...so much happening at once...emotions all over the place. All normal, but oh so hard. I'm so sorry. It must have been incredibly difficult to watch via Skype. I pray that the flight goes (went?) well and that everyone can be home together and let the bonding start. Thinking of all of you.
I stopped what I was doing and said prayers for them then forgot to post! I guess I did the important part so it's ok. ;) Hoping she sleeps on the flight and he can at least rest peacefully while she sleeps. Praying also that God puts people to help him along the way and gives Jesse the strength he needs to get them both home safely (so he can crash and you can take over). ;)
BTW - prayers for Riley. His reaction is completely normal. I'm sure he'll do better in a few days when Daddy is home and he sees that he is still getting attention. Big hugs!
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