Lots going on...

We took the girls to the doctor yesterday. Both have really bad coughs and really loose, stinky stools.

They both basically have a sinus infection and Callie has an ear infection. They tested Emma for strep (had some sores on her throat), but it came back negative.

We're just giving the OTC cough medicine (for now). If the cough worsens, we'll call back and get something stronger. After last night, we may have to do that. Callie sounds like a barking dog. Emma's cough is more wet sounding.

Neither one act like they're feeling bad, so that's good. Plus, they LOVE taking medicine (I have strange children). Callie almost cried yesterday when she found out she wasn't getting a shot...what child WANTS a shot??

Phil's mom and dad are not in good health right now. His mom has shingles in her eye and is moving down to her ear. She's on medication to help speed things along, but it's still very uncomfortable. The pain medicine makes her sick.

We found out that Phil's dad has a non-aggressive form of Non-Hodgkins Lymphoma. He sees an oncologist next week, so we'll know more details then. His doctor admits that he really doesn't know much about cancer and really didn't offer alot of advice. However, it does seem that they caught it early and his treatment will hopefully be easier than some.

Josh went back to school today. I think he was glad to get back into the swing of things. :) Christmas break is fun, but being w/ friends is more fun. :) At least for a 6 year old!