After we all got done eating dinner and the kids were off playing, suddenly Amira came to me and told me she was freezing. Her body started to shake. She acted really weird. At first Lisa thought Amira was trying to get attention and I started to think the same but it didn't stop. We started to call the hospital and they said to call 911. Lisa looked into her eyes and they really didn't follow the flashlight she was using. Her eyes were doing weird stuff. Also Amira didn't recognize me anymore. I kept asking her who am I, and she didn't know. In the mean time I also called her pediatric Dr. after I called 911. So the ambulance got here, but Lisa had already done her check up and I think she was pretty worried too. So they got here and her heartbeat was fine. As they were here, she suddenly went from being freezing cold and shaking to stiff and spiking a 103 fever. It was so scary. They were here for about 15 min. checking and talking to us and we finally decided not to take her to the hospital. She finally became responsive and when I asked Amira what my name was she said "Andrea". Throughout the evening she was very weak but okay. We still don't know what happened but she was still on her antibiotics and and had 3 immunizations in her leg that day so maybe a side affect? My Dr. thought she might had a febral seizure. It was so scary and I was so happy Lisa was with me to keep me calm. Goodness, can Amira ever get a break? Kevin and I decided that she will be our first medical problem child.
oopsi, she is trying to get him
here she goes, she did it, go Eden..
Eden wanted to sit with Biruk to eat dinner
Below is a picture that was taken at the orphanage about last August. It just blows me away how much the kids have changed.
Below, about 9 months later, oh and Lisa you are doing such an amazing job with Eden's hair. I am so proud of you.
9 comments:
That is so scary about what happened to Amira. I am so glad Lisa was there to help you and Amira. It is so cool that the kids can still see there friends from ET.
Love,
Deanna
I'm so sorry--that is scary. That's so great that Lisa was there to support you and know what to look for. I pray that she doesn't give you anymore scary experiences for quite a while. It is so sweet to see your kids together and to see how much they have grown!
Adorable pics! Now you guys just need to take a road trip down here so Zeni can hang out with her friends too! :)
I hope you figure out what happened to Amira...
Wow, that does sound scary!! Hopefully you find out what it was or maybe it won't happen again!
Andrea,
I am also glad that Amira is OK. She is such a great kid. We had a great time! Thank you!
Also, thank you for the great compliment on hair. I try so hard cause I never want to be one of those "white moms" who doesn't do their childs hair correct:)
Plus, after 3 boys it is fun to do girly hair styles!
Love ya and give the kids a kiss for us.
Lisa
Andrea,
What a scary ordeal! Poor Amira; I've been reading back in your blog...she sure has been through it, hasn't she?
Thanks for finding my blog. Your children, all of them, are beautiful! Your 2 littles look like they are thriving. I can't wait to get mine home! Got you on my favs so I can keep up with your family.
Jenny
mom to Selam and Tigist
Ok wow- you had to be scared to death! I am so thankful she is alright now! Poor baby!!! (and poor mommy!) By the way- you are an awesome mommy to make sure she gets to spend time with her friends from the orphanage! Amy
Wow, I'm not sure I would have been so calm. Thank God for Lisa, and her visit.
All of the kids look so wonderful. I am so happy for them all. Can't wait to see you guys again.
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