Once she collected herself, she accepted my authority and went back to change into PJs. She came down and had some water and chilled on the couch. I took her temp -- no temp. So I considered that maybe it's just an upset tummy due to drainage. She felt better knowing the trash can was nearby. Zane patted her head and gave her hugs, "I'm sorry. You be okay, Da-dess."
Ten minutes later she asked if the tardy bell had rung at school. She believed she was ready to get there. I explained that we need to follow school rules and she needs to be sure to hold down food before we know if she's okay. I assured her it was okay since I emailed Mr. Harris and said we would continue to read chapters in our leveled reader if Vanessa felt up to it. And she can afford to miss a day. But I'm delighted she hates to.
I reminded her several times that she is required to take it easy. Recognizing that her mind won't settle completely, she did things that were easy physically. She worked puzzles, read books, played computer games, watched a favorite movie, wrote notes, colored pictures, etc.
A little while after an easy lunch of toast with a hint of jelly and grapes, she ran for the bathroom again. It was then that I decided it is a bug. So more fluids and easy food and lots of rest in hope that she's feeling better the next day. Good thing she loves Jello! :-)
Zane is fine, so far, but he liked the PJ Day idea . . . and eating lunch on a tray. :-) His concern for his sister makes his kicking her in the nose a couple of days ago, causing it to gush blood, more easily forgivable.
