Emma was quite alarmed when the doctor told her that the lump on her neck would have to be removed. Her protests are having a strangely conflicting effect on me. That the doctor’s pronouncement is worrying to her breaks my heart. Her arguments as to why the lump should stay however? Those are making me giggle.
Argument Number One: But it makes me beautiful!
Argument Number Two: But Jesus put it there for me to swallow with!
Argument Number Three: Maybe it’s just some extra cookies stuck in my throat!
Giggling aside, I’m feeling much better about it all. I’ve researched the subject like mad, of course. And I have the home phone number of an Ear, Nose and Throat specialist (friend of the family) who told my mum to tell me I could call with any questions. The procedure really does seem quite simple, despite the horrifying array of mental pictures my vivid imagination is dredging up, and I have a feeling of calm now whenever I think about it.
And I can look forward to my four year old’s many logical arguments in favour of keeping her “bump.”
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Yay! I’m glad you’re feeling calmer. My daughter had her adnoids & tonsils out when she was five (they burn them with a laser–yuck!)and she was nervous until her doctor walked in. He was just about the most beautiful man anyone has ever seen and she instantly had something else to think about (she was five! Yoicks!)
Oh, she’s so adorable! I’m sure all will be well.
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Those are great reasons – especially the cookie one! I’m glad that it’s not that big of a deal of a procedure, and that you’re feeling great about it.
Cookies in her throat? HAHAHA! That’s adorable!
I personally like the one she came up with about cookies in her throat.
I’m so glad that you’re feeling better about this . . . and I hope that will transfer to Emma as the time gets closer . . . and yeah . . . 4 year old logic is the best . . . cookies in her throat, indeed! :lol:
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Kids say the funniest stuff. A few of my kid’s funnies have made it into Reader’s Digest. They think they are famous now.
I’m glad you are feeling calmer about the surgery. I’m sure it will all go well.
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teehee! she’s an inventive one, that gal…i wonder where she inherited that particular trait? :) i’m glad you’re facing this with serenity; good on ya, mate.
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Oh my goodness, that cookie one really got me. She’s hilarious. And she’ll do JUST great!
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Yup… probably is just cookies ;)
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It is certainly hard to see a little one scared. But worse is the feeling of regret when we avoid something that might need to be done. You are a good mom.
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Your daughter’s arguments are adorably persuasive! Please keep us updated on what happens. Loves and hugs to you!
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Love the cookie explanation :) !!
When I was in the first grade, I had the same surgery and it went extremely well. I am living proof :) !!
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Kim! This sounds so scary! I’m so glad your research brought you peace. OF COURSE she’s terrified of having it removed….
And if it makes you feel better, my FIL is a world-renowned ear, nose, and throat doctor. I would gladly put you in touch if it would help.
xoxo
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What a cutie. I’m glad you’re feeling okay about it now. That picture of a cookie is really making me drool.
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Oh she is too precious. Keep us updated as you can.
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