I told you guys we had the virus, so now would probably be a good time to update you on how we’re doing here at home. First, I can say the kids are fine. The symptoms they had were mild compared to what Patrick and I are dealing with. One child had a mild fever, body aches, and sore eyes, but she was the worst. However, due to the nature of these symptoms coming and going, especially in the early days, I was concerned when our 1-year-old sneezed this morning and I had to wipe his nose. I guess this is life now! This morning Patrick and I both woke up with a tightness in our chests. It was a struggle to yawn, to inhale deep enough to blow my nose, and to inhale deep enough to have a productive cough. My oxygen is fine and so is his, but that doesn’t mean we’re not watching them both like a hawk. Other symptoms I am having today include aches in my joints (I slept really rough last night, unable to get comfortable), full body weakness, and now a headache and more nausea. I felt better earlier after taking a nap. That’s it. There isn’t much to say. Every day is managing symptoms we’ve had and waiting to see what new symptoms pop up. The tightness in my chest makes me feel like I have run a race, even while sitting and doing nothing. But the weakness effects everything I do, and Patrick has it, too. We are calling on our 12-year-old to carry the baby up and down the stairs because we can’t trust our bodies to stay upright while carrying his weight. Patrick thinks as of this evening he has turned a corner. He says he feels he is at 90%, but this is the king of optimism talking. I'll ask him again in the morning! We want to thank everyone who has been checking on us, everyone who has brought us food and groceries, and for the far-reaching network of prayers you guys have enlisted on our behalf. Your positivity has been like soothing tea to our souls. We will keep everyone updated! Maybe I'll even be able to convince Patrick to write a post...
Haley Holland
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