Krista in LA Posted March 22, 2011 Share Posted March 22, 2011 Dd15 was sick on the couch all weekend so I took her to the dr yesterday thinking she had the flu, but no, it's mono. :ack2: This alone wouldn't be the end of the world, but on Sunday we are supposed to be going on a cruise including lots of physical activities. Dr says she can go, but will undoubtedly be resting most of the time. Now we will have to split up, with dh or I hanging back with dd while the other one does excursions/activities with ds. The most disappointing thing is that we were supposed to go on our first scuba dive in the crystal blue waters of the Caribbean - we all got certified last fall just so we could all do this together on the cruise and now she won't be able to. She feels like she has ruined the cruise for the rest of us even though I keep telling her that I'm perfectly fine lounging around the pool or on the beach with a cold drink in hand and a good book by my side - as long as I don't have to cook or clean, I'm happy. She really wants to be doing all of the activities though. I'm so glad we got a balcony cabin so we can always just hang out there and order everything they have from room service. I just hope her throat feels better so she can at least enjoy eating it all. :drool5: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Starr Posted March 22, 2011 Share Posted March 22, 2011 It won't work out the way you planned but being sick in the sun is a nice thing! Maybe it will seem possible to leave her for short periods of time once you see how things are organized. I'm sorry! No chance of rescheduling a few weeks? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Harriet Vane Posted March 22, 2011 Share Posted March 22, 2011 I'm so sorry. I can relate, in a small way. When we went on vacation in Mexico, it was <ahem> that time of the month. I couldn't swim in that gorgeous, warm, clear water all week. After several days I was in tears. Last year, ds broke his foot just a few weeks before we were due to go to family camp. He was heartbroken. He did get to participate in things to a certain extent, but there were many, many things that he could NOT do, or do only partially. It was hard on us all. On the other hand, both Mexico and family camp were truly really, really wonderful times for us. In spite of the difficulties, we did a lot of fun things, and relaxed, and enjoyed. So I offer both my heartfelt sympathy, but also hope that with some creativity you can all have a lovely time, even with illness as an issue. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SailorMom Posted March 22, 2011 Share Posted March 22, 2011 I don't suppose you bought the travel insurance? It may cover that - and you could reschedule..... Otherwise, there are many cool things on a cruise that would be fine for her to do. Poor kid! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MrsBasil Posted March 22, 2011 Share Posted March 22, 2011 Oh, what a blow. Your poor dd. I'm so sorry! I'm sure everyone will have a good time regardless, but ugh. :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Koerarmoca Posted March 22, 2011 Share Posted March 22, 2011 :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OnTheBrink Posted March 22, 2011 Share Posted March 22, 2011 Parties need food. I'll bring some of these fabulous peanut butter brownies a coworker made last week. They will cure what ails ANYTHING. Sorry about your vacation plans. :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ann Posted March 22, 2011 Share Posted March 22, 2011 I had mono when I was at university. It actually lasted only about 3 weeks really for me and within 7 days I was able to go out and do things. One thing to watch is that she can't get hit in the abdomen area or her spleen could rupture. Even if she doesn't feel up to it lounging in the sun is good. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jackie in AR Posted March 22, 2011 Share Posted March 22, 2011 Oh, Krista, I'm so sorry! Best wishes for your dd's quick recovery. :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WistfulRidge Posted March 22, 2011 Share Posted March 22, 2011 How sad for your dd! Look at this way... at least she gets to relax in the warm sun and have people wait on her!!! - Jessica, who (for the first time in her life) desperately wants winter to be over and for warmth and sunshine to arrive. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jennifer in MI Posted March 22, 2011 Share Posted March 22, 2011 I don't suppose you bought the travel insurance?It may cover that - and you could reschedule..... Otherwise, there are many cool things on a cruise that would be fine for her to do. Poor kid! As I was reading your post, this is what I was thinking too. If you can't change the dates, I'm just sure the warmth and the sun will energize her. Maybe not enough to do all that you had planned. But, I bet you'll have a great time anyway. BTW - I'M TOTALLY jealous!!!! Our cruise isn't until September. With yet another winter storm warning on for tonight, I'm ready to start packing for it NOW!!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Krista in LA Posted March 23, 2011 Author Share Posted March 23, 2011 Thanks for all the sympathy, somehow it helps some. And no, we didn't buy the travel insurance, and I'm pretty sure they wouldn't let us change the date. My bff and her son are flying down from PA to join us on it and it's for my ds's 13 birthday, so we are just going to go and make the best of it. I'm thinking of making appts for us to get a mani/pedi at the spa one day while the rest of them are doing an excursion to help ease the suffering of not being able to do everything. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Recommended Posts
Join the conversation
You can post now and register later. If you have an account, sign in now to post with your account.