OMG.... what a day! Many of you know my son has colitis and has been sick. His treatment plan changed at the end of June and things improved immensely. Then about 5 weeks ago he had a "flare up". He's been fine the last three weeks but since Friday he hasn't been feeling well again. This alone is stressful but the fact that we have a huge trip to Australia coming up in less than 4 weeks has really added to the drama. So, my husband and I made the difficult decision to cancel our trip. I'm sad but so relieved at the same time. We booked everything back in February when our son was healthy and I've worried for months about whether we should or should not be going. I know we are doing the right thing and we will get there eventually. I spent HOURS on the phone today cancelling things and setting up an insurance claim. I sure hope the cancellation insurance comes through!
This is a nice photo - love the lighting and pov - but I'm sorry to hear about your son, Kim. That's terrible. Australia will be there for you when you are all ready, I know it's sad but as you said it's better... Best wishes with his treatment, strength to you all.
We need more selfies like this... ones that show real emotions vs. a smile for the camera. Nicely done. Sorry to hear about your son and your cancelled trip. Good luck with everything.
You and your husband made the right decision. I hope your son improves quickly from this current flare up. And, I hope your cancellation insurance pays. Great photo...I can see your concentration and perhaps stress. Take care.
Very emotive capture. Sorry to hear that your son is unwell. I hope that his health improves and that he can be comfortable again. Sad that you have cancelled your trip but I am sure that you have made the right decision.
Sorry to hear about his turn around. I agree with what the other have said. You have made the right decision. Plus, its best it happened now rather than if it happened when you were so far away from home. Can wait to see a smiling picture of you when this is all over.
Oh dear I am so sorry to hear your son is sick again. I can really identify with his problem. I have diverticulitis and after 2 years free from an episode it flared up again this week. It is sad that you have had to cancel your trip, but I definitely think you have made the right decision, there is nothing worse than travelling long distances or any distance for that matter when you are, or one of your family is unwell. I am sure you will get to Australia one day and you have that to look forward to. Take care and I hope your son feels much better soon.
That must have been a really hard decision as I'm sure you were all looking forward to spending time with your daughter too. Oh dear. However, I feel sure too that you have made the right decision. I hope your son improves soon. Poor wee soul. Nice photo to represent how you are feeling today.
Sorry to hear your son is not well and that you have had to cancel your trip. You will feel relieved not to have to worry about him getting sick while you are travelling though.
This blurry selfie is a great emotive shot.
Oh that is very sad .. but hopefully things will settle down and plans can be made again .. Such a hard thing for a young lad to have to deal .. Lets hope you get another chance to come 'Downunder'..
Oh no, what a shame. But I can also see what a weight off your shoulders it must be as well. I really hope your son improves soon, especially after he has been doing so well.
Aww... I hope things get better soon! I have interstitial lung disease and know how frustrating it can be sometimes. Hang in there. Btw, this is a great photo of you. You’ve captured the worry and that makes it all the more relatable.
and with all of that stress and difficult decision-making going on, you manage to take a wonderfully evocative selfie ... respect ... so sorry to hear that you've had to cancel your trip, and i do so hope you make it to australia at some point once things have calmed down. all good wishes for your son that this flare up passes very soon
Blurry is the right word with making a difficult decision to postpone a trip planned months ago. You will enjoy that trip much more when your son recovers. Wishing him a speedy recovery!!!
Sorry that your son isn't feeling well, hope he improves quickly! You wouldn't have enjoyed a trip as long as you had worry accompanying you, so cancelling the trip was the best thing. It will happen one day, when you aren't stressed.
Nice photo! I hope things go well for your son! Mine is also suffering from ocd and its tough staying strong! A very wise decision. Again hoping things improve soon!
What a difficult decision, but Australia will still be there when your son is feeling better. Better to go and enjoy the experience without the worry. Your photo conveys your emotions so well.
Oh wow Kim that would have been such a very hard desicion to make, well done on actually deciding. Peace of mind that you will be home for Gage if he needs any treatment. How very disappointing that the improvement hasn't continued. Do hope they find something that works long time. Your daughter will be disappointed too that you aren't meeting up in Australia for Christmas. Better safe than sorry & health is so important far more than just a holiday, you can organise that some other time. Hope Gage us not feeling bad you had to cancel, poor lad!
That look of concentration and resignation says it all. What a difficult decision for you but I am glad that you feel relief and at peace with the decision. So sorry to hear that the on-going problems for your son have taken a turn for the worse. With these situations, you never know what is around the corner. I hope that you can enjoy better times soon, and the trip will come one day.
Better to postpone your trip and know your home when your son needs you. I hope he'll get better real soon and that you get the trip reimbursed.
btw nice selfie.
I am so sorry to hear that Gabe is unwell and you have had to cancel your trip, I know you were really looking forward to it. I hope he is feeling much better soon. You must all be so worried.
I hope that your son will feel better soon. Auto-immune diseases are so difficult to have and to treat. This is a good photo full of intense concentration.
I am getting to this shot late, but also want to send my wishes that your son recovers again very soon. I know how it is to have to plan these international trips so far in advance. I always think, "who knows what will come up between now and then?" and then click "purchase ticket" with adrenaline rushing through. A really perfect shot posted for this moment in time!
sorry to hear about your son's flare up. i'm sure your doctors have prescribed the best diet for him to improve and hope he will be better soon. the trip could certainly wait as you wouldn't want to risk him getting sicker whilst on holiday and then none of you will enjoy it. good luck with the insurance; it should go through with no problem.
I am reading backward through your project, so sad for you all, and hoping that your trip to the naturopath brings your son the help that he needs. What a tough decision to have to make, I hope your son is not taking it to heart and feeling it is his fault. My heart goes out to you!
November 25th, 2017
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This blurry selfie is a great emotive shot.
Australia will be there when he is well, enjoy your time at home.
btw nice selfie.
Btw: I like this pic.