Arave Family Reunion: The Wedding

We went to bed with the idea that we would get up early, get the yard set up, and head to the lake. Well, those plans were doomed to fail. Crew woke up about an hour into the night with a croupy cough. I set up the humidifier, put some oils on his chest, and put him back to sleep. Less than 20 minutes later he wakes up not able to breath. I spent the rest of the night holding him upright so he could sleep. We did a steamy shower and then slept in a chair outside. Unfortunately it wasn't cool enough to give him relief. In hind sight I should have sat in front of the deep freezer with him.
We have survived through two other serious bouts of Croup without ever seeking medical care, but this time felt different. In the morning he was breathing better, but tired. We were all too exhausted to go to the lake. Getting ready for Molly's wedding took up a lot more time than we anticipated. After lunch we put both boys down for a nap. About 30 minutes later I heard a very odd and desperate sound. It was Crew and he couldn't catch his breath. I called Abe, who came home with the car, and I took Crew to urgent care. No one else was there and we got back right away. After chatting with the doctor, he said, "If this is him sounding good, I would definitely give him a steroid shot." I had already felt impressed that this would be the necessary route for us to take and felt comforted that it would be best for Crew. Not even after 10 minutes having received the shot, Crew was already acting better.
Feeling comforted I zoomed home with a much chipper Crew. I then headed out to the River to hurry and take pictures of Molly and Tyler. Camille got there a little before me and was already going, and I jumped in. We  then ran to my parents and participated in the celebration of their wedding day.

snapped by Camille as I checked my settings

 

(The following pictures are taken by Camille!)

Today was our 8th wedding anniversary. What a way to celebrate. This is sometimes what marriage means. Late nights with kids, supporting families, and being goofy when we can!

 Abe is probably often on the receiving end of this look!