Shots...!

Dear Nicky,

You were very uncomfortable today, I'm afraid. You see, yesterday you got a bunch of shots at the doctor's office, including a flu shot. Now, while all these shots are safe to take together, they work their magic by making you sick for a little while. And unfortunately that's what happened today. You ran a little fever, and on top of that you're teething, your ears have fluid in them, and you got introduced to a new cereal: oatmeal. I'm sorry you didn't feel well today. I gave you some baby Tylenol and I think that helped. You were fussy and cranky and whiny, but still immensely charming at times. I hate all the hard things we have to put you through. But you are an amazingly strong and brave little kid. Many times I prayed that I could bear some of your burdens for you, but that never came to pass. I'll try to do the best I can to help you with them.

Love,
Dad