We've had the sick bug (no flu, just colds) at our house this last month. Trevor was the last to get it and finally went back to school today. I have not been getting any better and even worse this last week, so I finally went to the doctor to confirm that it is a virus (lingering bugger called MONO) and has to just run its course--no antibiotics will help. I learned a lot this week about treating colds. I have always shied away from over the counter cold medicine, thinking it's just a waste of money and won't help you get better faster. I guess I was wrong on that account. Not only do they help you feel better (although I can't tell much difference in my state), but if you reduce the drainage, it will prevent other problems like sore throats, sinus infection, etc. The NP was encouraging me to try a Neti Pot. Polly wrote about that. You irrigate your nasal passages with saline that clears everything out. I haven't tried it. I'm wondering if Polly liked it and think it helps prevent/treat congestion.
So, mono is like a cold that never ends. I guess it will end eventually, but saps all your energy in the meantime. On the up-side jonathan banned me from housework this week and so I have more time on the computer and I've been watching old Monk episodes.
Question: has your family been healthy this fall. If not, how do you treat your illnesses?
Jason trying to fly a kite
Trevor running from the waves
Curtis exploring the stream that flows into the ocean
Sheryl and Meryl
Majestic Redwoods
7 mile hike from highway, through woods (got lost), down to tidepools
Jonathan, Trevor, Jessica
Trevor and Jessica - this part of trail was the original 101 highway
wondering Jason
At the beginning of Spring Break, Mike and Brenda's family came to visit. We spent Saturday at the "dirt patch" riding motorcycles, hiking, and cooking over the camp fire. On Monday, Mike took the teenagers to Mt. Bachelor to ski and snow board. They had a great time.
On Thursday we drove to a beach front cabin at White Rock Resort, just south of Oregon border in Northern California. We spent three days and nights enjoying the beach, the hottub, and hiking through some redwood forests. We had great weather and lots of time to relax.
We hiked down to some tide pools at low tide and saw crabs and starfish
Jessica is a tree hugger
We started our 7 mile hike in the rain and ending up in sunshine! The trees are amazing.
Trevor's favorite part of scout camp
We brought our French exchange student, Sofia
Sam also came to camp and ride dirt bikes
Jessica, Sofia and Jonathan all geared up to ride
Sam loves to ride!
Sofia getting the hang of it
Sam rides some more
Late night S'mores!
Grandpa helps Trevor get the coals started for dutch oven dinner
Sam, Grandma, and Grandpa waiting for dinner
We hiked with Sofia to the top of Pilot Butte
Sparks Lake with Mt Bachelor in the background
We canoed and had a picnic
Jessica and Curtis cooling off
Sofia and Jessica with Jesse & Rachel Sorensen
Paulina Falls
Top of Obsidian Flow
Lakeside spectators
Ann Marie ziplines to her dad
Sam and Curtis canoeing
Grandma ziplining!!
We're ready to take another plunge!
Curtis works on his archery skills
Everyone wants S'mores!!
Getting things rolling: Trevor amuses himself on spool
4 out of 5 siblings (why is Neil always late?)
It was fun to watch a game of ultimate frisbee
cards games in the dining hall
couples fireside
Older cousins put on a skit:
Talent show audience: what a great group!
Grandma shares her 71st birthday with Jason Campbell
Virginia Reel