The worst thing about being pregnant.....

This past week has been a horrible week! Actually let me back up. Since Jake started school Nolan has had two really bad ear infections. So he has been on antibiotics for almost 3 weeks out of the 2 months. It has been so sad to see him so uncomfortable and cranky.
Well, this last ear infection I think a very terrible cold came along with it because just about a week later I had a very sore throat. That started the night of the relief society broadcast. Then Sunday I was so sick that I didn't go to church. Jake was kind enough to take Nolan so I could catch a nap and try to get my body back in check. So I was pretty miserable on Sunday.
Monday, I was back on the job with babysitting and I still felt horrible. But there really isn't anyone else that can watch him so I did anyway.
Tuesday, still watching kids. My cold has now reached into my nasal cavity and I can barely sleep or breath. And because I am pregnant I haven't really been able to take anything that will work for me.
Wednesday, started to feel okay. Which was good because I had my friends little surprise party. I was able to make her goodies and wish her a happy birthday.
Thursday, you have got to be kidding me! It was like the cold came back full throttle. I had so much pressure in my head that I could barely eat. I use to get sinus infections alot in high school but hadn't really dealt with this for a long time. The pressure was so incredibly unbearable. Thank heaven that on Thursday little Harry's dad came to pick him up early. A blessing in disguise.
Friday, I think I would rather die then feel the pain that I have in my head. The pressure and pain was so bad that my jaw had locked up and I could barely open it to feed myself. Jake came home from school and I was just crying from the pain. He felt so bad. So he looked up an urgent care that would take our insurance, since we don't have a family physician out here yet, and we headed to the doctor. After almost two hours of waiting we finally saw a doctor. He said I did have a very severe sinus infection and that is why my jaw was locked and my neck was in so much pain. He said he could give me amoxicillin if I called me OB to make sure that was ok to take. So I call my OB, she gives me the go ahead and we head off quickly back home because Jake had two softball games and they were downtown.
He was so nice to take me to the clinic and be late for his game. I really have a very caring husband. After Jake left for his game I had to feed the boy and then get him ready for bed. Normally this wouldn't be a big deal but I was still in so much pain that every little thing I did hurt. Finally Nolan was fast asleep and I settled down to watch a chick flick that Jake had rented for me.
Saturday, I have taken my antibiotic only once and I woke constantly through the night because of the pain. Pretty much no sleep. Morning came and I went into the bathroom to blow my nose and wash my face when I noticed I had a rash on my right cheek. That was just one more thing to add to the bag! It is like I am falling apart. Plus the antibiotic makes me nausious every time I take it but I really need this pressure and pain to go away. To make things worse we were scheduled to be at the church this afternoon for our calling as family history consultants. I wanted to cry. But once again, my prince charming came to my rescue! Jake said he would go by himself and let me get some rest. What kind of man is he? A wonderful man, because Jake is sick too! We both have been pretty miserable this week. I feel so bad that I gave this cold to him. I don't know if he just feels worse for me because I am pregnant and not feeling any type of relief, who knows.
But I have just been doing alot of thinking. The Lord has really blessed me with a husband that is so caring and selfless. Jake has been taking care of me everyday without complaint even with him being sick. I am so lucky! I love Jake so much. He really has to endure alot with me. I hope that his blessings in heaven are magnificent. Thank you honey for being so good to me. I rely so much on you. You are the best! I love you!
So there is my sob story. I just really needed to get it out. I just hope that this antibiotic will kick in and my jaw will be back to normal and my rash will go away and my breathing will be clear. Oh, and that my baby is healthy throughout the entire ordeal. Thank heaven for modern medicine. And if this cold doesn't start to go away, I think I am going to make my mom fly out to take care of me and Nolan. Here is to a better week, Please!!