Poor Us, post script

Lest anyone think that my last week was nothing but trials, I've added this post script. Like in all trials, some good can be found in those rough moments of this last week.

Firstly, my mom was here for a day and a half (Thursday & Friday, she left Sat. am.). It makes such a difference to have company, even if the kids are crazy. She was here the day Eme got sick, and was able to take care of the other three so I could take care of Eme. This was also the day Eric got home by 8:20, and by 8:25 Mom and I were out the door for some retail therapy. We got back around 10:30 loaded up with books (I love Barnes and Noble).

Since Eric's parents left for their annual 4th of July festivities in Huntsville Saturday morning, I was able to spend the day at their house doing laundry, without feeling like a burden on them, or in their way. And since Heather had the day off, she came over to keep me company, and help me hold onto my sanity, since Eric was working.

Eric was home on Sunday. He took the girls home mid-Sacrament meeting because Eme was fading. He also came back to get me and the boys, so I didn't have to walk home in my nice heels (we're not too far). Our home teachers came over just as Eme woke up from her nap with a raging fever (again). They were able to help Eric give her a blessing.

Ashlee made me dinner on Monday, just so I could get out of the house. It was delicious! And I borrowed a chick flick to occupy my evening.

And last night, Eric was home for dinner, baths, wii, and bedtime. We spent the evening reading next to each other on the couch. I'll enjoy it while I can, special session starts Monday.