Mason had a few coughing jags but fell asleep hard at about midnight. Around 1:00 am, he started coughing again, pretty continuously, and when we went in to check on him he was running a fever and then threw up all over his bed. 3 times. We couldn't change the sheets/bedding fast enough and clean him up. :( Once we finally got him rested again, I sent Chris to Walmart to get pedialyte (our go-to when he pukes as we'll go to that temporarily to keep him hydrated) and I gave him some Tylenol and cuddled. He even threw up the Tylenol. :( He fell asleep afterwards, I was able to give him another 1/2 dose about 1 hr later, and by 2:30 am he was sleeping pretty soundly.
I however, was not. Anxiety majorly kicked in. Thoughts of - Please don't let us be stuck in FL with Mason this sick and have to take him to a hospital. I hope the entire trip isn't like this. I really need to fall asleep. I'm feeling so anxious I'm feeling physically ill. :( By 4:00 am I asked Chris to take over sleeping next to him so I could try and get some sleep. Anxiety slowly faded and I figure I fell asleep about 5:00 am, and woke up by 7:30 am. Chris got about the same amount of sleep, as when he took over, Mason wanted to be constantly moved as he was uncomfortable. This always happens when he's ill - his baclofen pump doesn't work as well and his muscles tighten and sleep suffers.
JJ woke up at 7:30 (hence why we all did) after getting very sound sleep. 3 sleepy Mrdutts and one talkative one made for very impatient parents this morning. We all went to get breakfast, and both Chris and I start to feel ill - the anxiety of the night before along with a 11:30 pm dinner was wreaking havoc. We weren't sure how to tackle this day - we don't want to lose the opportunity to check out a park, but we need to be realistic about what we and Mason can handle.
I attended a 9:00 orientation where we get our tickets and lots of info. Right after that wrapped up, Chris and the kids met me at Amberville (a section of the village where they have remote boats and a big train set.) Mason was freaked out by most of it, which is strange as he loves trains, so we moved on quickly. Afterwards, JJ rode the merry-go round while Mason watched (he had no interest). Then she went for ice cream. Then we took a special card to the sleeping tree where we woke up an owl and the owl gave both kids a travel pillow. This all sounds weird, but it was all pretty cool.
Anyway, we decide about 12:00 that we should head to Universal Studios. We know the park caters to an older child, so we figured if it was a bust, we'd head home early. After getting about 10 minutes away, we realize we forgot our backpack with my wallet, ipad, and snacks. I'm super irritated, but Mason and JJ are being super patient.
After getting back on our way, JJ falls asleep. Universal is only 20 min away but its a 45 min drive. Stoplights and traffic suck here. Especially this week. Upon getting to Universal, our pass gets us free parking. We park, walk to the entrance, get our picture taken, and start roaming the park to see what's in store. First we did the 4D Shrek attraction. JJ was realllly nervous about it as it seemed like it was going to be scary. It was a little scary. They sprayed water at us 3 times, the 3D was amazing. Mason did not like it as much. He seemed uncomfortable. But he was a trooper and made it all the way through. Although JJ was scared, she wanted to do it again later, so I take that as a good sign.
After that we wander around, find a small ride that Chris and JJ rode, then make our way to the Curious George section. Come to find out its a water attraction and it was chilly today (60* and windy) so it wasn't nearly as awesome. We walked through some other playground areas and then Chris and JJ rode a small rollercoaster. JJ said it was "too fast". :)
After this ride, we make our way back towards the entrance where we run into Dora, Diego, and then the pets from Secret Life of Pets. Most exciting part of the park for us! Mason liked it, but definitely still was not feeling well.
We then run into the penguins from Madagascar! Fun group!
We stopped for a late lunch around 3:00 pm and I realize why people pack ahead! $38 for 3 of us to eat. Afterwards, we decide we'll do one more ride, the Minions 3D ride, and then head home.
The Minion Ride had a 130 minute wait. We found a worker and got on the ride in 5 minutes. Universal definitely has this down. It happened on all 4 rides, they see you and escort you to the front, no questions asked. It's usually away from the waiting crowd, too, so you don't have to be concerned about the glares from those waiting.
We decide we'll have Mason do the attraction from his chair so Chris and him choose the stationary seats. JJ and I sit in the benches. The story of this 3D ride is that you are going to be changed into a minion in a lab. But the lab is a roller coaster and you definitely feel like you're on one....stomach drops and all. 5 seconds in, I know I'm not going to make it on this ride. I had to take my 3D glasses off and look at Jordyn to avoid feeling the stops of the bench seat. JJ watches intently and it doesn't bother her at all. I look at Chris and Mason, who are both enjoying it as well. I clearly took the wrong child!
I felt ill until we got to the car, in fact, probably about 1/2 way home. Mason was starting to look better, JJ caught another small nap, and we were back home about 5:30 pm. Since we had a late lunch, we decided to stay at the house a little longer then head to the buffet. Mason starts up with his coughing and puking again, and why not, the fever starts creeping back. We give him some Delsym (which we did this morning also and we're convinced it was our saving grace today) and within 20 minutes, coughing and puking stop and we're giving him food again. I think it may be allergens in this house, as he was fine travelling yesterday too until we got to this house. I guess its Delsym every 12 hours until we can get warmer weather and open up the windows.
We divided and conquered again, I took JJ to supper then Chris went to grab food to-go. Mason has been chilling with his ipad and we're watching Snow White. Soon, its baths, showers, bed and hoping for a much better night for Mason. Prayers, please, we all need a good nights rest so we don't get homesick so soon.
Tomorrow JJ is going to do a horses ride after breakfast here at the village, then its off to Animal Kingdom. If Mason does well, we'll do Magic Kingdom in the afternoon/evening. Probably looking at a low-key new years vs. the planned fireworks at Magic Kingdom because the kids both need some rest and healing (and parents too). I am, however, scopin' out the nearest Publix for some steamed shrimp for a New Year's Eve snack. :)
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