Wednesday, January 10, 2007

Kids Go Down, But Not Out

... not even close. My daughter had a runny nose and mucousy/sleepy eyes yesterday so I took her to the pediatrician. One ear infection, sinus issues and probable bacteria in her eyes, we left with prescriptions for 3 medicines. It's that time of year, right? My husband & I gave Little K a dose of each medication and sent her to bed at 7:30 pm. This morning, it was obvious she didn't have enough of the medicines in her system to make a difference yet. Daddy stayed with his only daughter this morning, while Mommy ran up Hwy 290 to a business meeting. Little K was still groggy when I returned at 10:30 am to relieve my husband from sick duty so he could get onto work.

It's a miracle! By 4 pm, she was obviously feeling better. I say "obviously" because she was literally doing laps around the house, chasing the indoor cat, eating a piece of chalk, applying Daddy's aftershave and opening doors that she shouldn't. And YES, I was watching her. When I was about at my whit's end, I carefully knelt down beside my toddler and asked her for a hug, a really big one. Little K obliged and it quickly put things into perspective. I wish I always had the foresight to think of that request. Don't you? Try it. Little arms wrapped tightly around your neck do wonders. As does 24 hours worth of medication.

Looking for another family restaurant?
Consider this: Rainbow Lodge has settled into its log cabin on White Oak Bayou and is celebrating its 30th Year Anniversary! How are they celebrating? Hopefully, with your family.

Sunday Supper! Family Night includes Comfort Food Specials Such AsOsso Bucco, Steak Frites, "Mac & Cheese", Grilled Gulf Fish and More.
Location: 2011 Ella Blvd. at East TC JesterHouston, Texas 77008
Phone#: 713-861 8666
www.rainbow-lodge.com for menus, map and photos
Open every day, except Mondays

Until the next nap time...