Week 2 of school

Drew's rash
First time on the school bus

Dylan, Drew and Joey Anna 1st day of school

a plant Drew planted from seeds in preschool. It's a monster marigold!



Drew woke up Monday morning with a rash over his entire body. A trip to the Doctor confirmed Mono. The Doctor was surprised the rash didn't happen sooner. He had been on amoxicillin for Strep for 7 days before the rash started. Usually the rash starts as soon as you start amoxicillin if you have mono.

They had to do a finger prick to test for Mono. You would have thought they cut off his arm to get the blood by his reaction. He threw a 15 minute fit. He was kicking things, ripping the paper on the exam table, trying to throw chairs and crying and screaming. So out of character for him. He did it again at home over a toy. After a nap he felt a little better and we have not had any more fits.

Drew has been sleeping 10-11 hours at night and taking 2-3 hour naps. His energy level has improved greatly in the last 2 days. He has had the Mono for at least a week and a half already. He has to be careful with activities that may cause a blow to his tummy for 2 more weeks. The Doctor could not feel his liver or spleen, but it is a precaution. He is most upset because the Doctor said no bike riding.

The school bus situation is finally straightened out. Drew is now on the bus route after school to be dropped right at our driveway. I had been picking him up everyday until I was sure they were bringing him to our house after school. I talked with the driver yesterday and she confirmed he is on her route starting today. The morning bus stop will be at the end of our street starting tomorrow. We had been walking 2 blocks the opposite direction of school to catch the bus. This is the only year Drew can ride the bus because we live so close.

So far Drew says he doesn't like school and doesn't want to go. He is fine as soon as we walk out the door. After school he is happy and seems to have had fun. Maybe his attitude will change when he is feeling better. We love his teacher. Joey had here last year so we know he is in good hands!