Warrior Mother. Yeah. That pretty much describes me. Along with thousands of other Mom’s who have kids with special needs.
There are times when you simply have to lace up your boots and march head first into battle. That has been my experience this week while trying to get Parker’s new vent delivered and set up with it’s proper settings.
I started out politely. Really. But by this morning enough was enough. Especially when it was mentioned that perhaps this new vent and it’s latest technology should go to a child in greater need.
Uh. Come Again?
I’ve got a kid who’s quality time includes circling the drain on a regular basis, and you’re gonna tell me that there is someone who may need this vent more?
I begged to differ. Vehemently.
After much weeping and wailing and gnashing of teeth on both sides of the battlefield, I received a call from an RT today letting me know that he was on his way down to set up Parker’s new vent.
Prayers answered.
Score one for the Momma wearing Army boots.
You rock in your army boots. Love ya bunches… give Parker smooches for me!
You go girl!! You’re absolutely right… sometimes you just gotta jump in there and do what others refuse to take care of!
I would have been A BULL DOG WITH LIPSTICK!!! I would have been screaming mad too!
Tammy, you go girl! You do whatever is needed to keep that little guy safe and healthy!
Twitter: livingingrace
Sep 26, 08
Hey chickie, I may have you come and get on the phone for me a few times….
You GO Girl.
You go Tammy! So glad you stood your ground. It’s no fun sometimes – but hey – a mommas gotta do what a mommas gotta do!!!
Army boots AND boxing gloves. Who knows how to roundhouse kick.
I am so proud of you.
Army boots look damn good on you.
WOOT! for the new vent and warrior mom.
Good for you! I hope the new vent does everything that it is supposed to.
Hi Tammy, This is Sarah’s mom, Joyce. I am just outraged at what you have been through with Parker’s equipment. It just should not have to be like this. Sounds like you did good with those boots on though. I know it is so frustrating. I can’t believe and RT would turn off the alarms. Equipment has come a long way since Sarah had her trach, but I remember once an RT came and put WD-40 in Sarah’s machine to get it to stop squeaking and Sarah started to get really sick. Then I realized she was being poisioned from the fumes of that oil!!! It’s not meant for medical equipment. Needless to say, we had a new RT real quick. I hope Parker does well with his new vent.
Good for you! Now get on that phone and call medicaid and start out politely…and do & say what you have to , to get that vent covered by them!!!!!! Hope Parker is feeling well. Thoughts & prayers are always with you.
Go, Mama! Way to fight for what you need. Where were the doctors in all of this – the ones that said he needed the new vent? We pray for you frequently because these battles aren’t easy.
I think you should those army boots to give someone a swift kick in the b–t! I can’t believe they are questioning Parkers needs!
Twitter: therextras
Sep 27, 08
Just sending more prayers for the embattled to General God.
The Mama Mafia…I’m just saying, it has a ring to it, does it not? We could have cards and badges and special handshakes….and capes, don’t forget capes.
Standing up for Parker is something that only you can do, and how blessed he is to have you there to do it.
That is CRAZY, you go mama!! Good for you, I’m glad they finally saw the light, even if it was from seeing stars after you got finished with them ;).
GO MAMA!!!!!! xo.
Parker is so lucky to have you!
TAMMY, YOU ROCK!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! That is what a mamma has to do! FIGHT and NEVER give up!!!! Parker is so lucky to have a warrior mommy! Tammy, you and Parker are both my heroes!! I am so happy prayers were answered!
Love and hugs,
Amy
you go girl! keep up the good work and get back to spit shining those boots!
Oh, the challenges you face. You are amazing. I’ve put Parker’s name on the prayer roll at the temple at the Mormon Tabernacle Choir prayer roll on Thursday. Any extra prayers can’t hurt.
Thank God he will get that new vent! You are indeed a warrior Mommy! Wow – I am seriously impressed!! Still praying for Parker and for you!!
I’m so proud of you!
Go get ’em Tammy! If you need bigger boots Joe can send ya a pair!