Getting a bit personal,
I rarely mention anything about my family. But, for the past year, our oldest has been battling a severe form of asthma that has been debilitating for him. So, he was basically struggling to breathe. For a year. While going to college full-time and working two part-time jobs. At 21 years-old.
As his mom, it has been gut-wrenching to watch. I am a pillar of strength around him and an anxious mess, constantly worried about him when we’re apart. Recently, he had been in the ER twice! I was beside myself. But, fitness has been my outlet! And, as his doctors try drug after drug, we’ve stayed hopeful for a breakthrough.
I hope you read this far! Because yesterday was the best I’d seen him in months! 🥰 He strolled into our house looking strong and breathing clearly! He started a new biologic the day before and was already feeling the effects. He looked so good, I took him to the mall and bought him a bunch of clothes! 😂 I didn’t know what else to do but MOM him up to the max! We spent a couple of hours hanging out, playing tunes…I even let him drive my car! (A rarity).
I didn’t know how much I needed those hours with him. It just filled my heart with profound joy. Seeing him look happy and well? He just kept looking at me, putting his hand to his chest saying “Mom! I can breathe!” with a huge smile.
Shit. 🤧 Maybe…now I can breathe too. 😊
Anyhow, thanks for reading my overshare!
I needed to share the best news I had gotten in a very long time. ❤️
