On the trip home I started to feel lightheaded while driving and no matter what I ate I just couldn't stop feeling like I was going to pass out...so I ended up pulling over to the side of the road and calling 911. I was in a major snowstorm in the middle of Pennsylvania and had no idea where I was. The 911 operator was able to patch in Tim who was able to locate me on his i-phone (amazing!) and the ambulance and police were on their way. Ian and Emma were amazing, and Ian got to talk to his first 911 operator as he was being informed how to unlock the door and what he should do if I became completely unresponsive. After the ambulance arrived they tested my blood sugar, blood pressure, heart, etc and everything checked out. I was still not feeling great so they followed me to the nearest exit where Tim's dad and brother met me. Tim and our friend Nate came from the other direction to pick me and the kids up. It was quite a day and after being in the car for over 9 hours it was great to be home. I still am not sure what caused me to feel lightheaded (maybe a mix of exhaustion, anxiety, and low blood sugar?), but I am thankful that I chose to play it safe and call 911 instead of passing out (which I have been known to do several times in the past) on the road with Ian and Emma. Despite feeling somewhat lame and embarrassed for having family drive so far to rescue me there were some very funny parts of the day as well, including some Ian quotes while talking to the 911 operator and the EMT.
911 operator: Ian, do you know how to unlock the doors when the ambulance arrives?
Ian: I want to play with my Daddy
911 operator: If your Mommy falls asleep Ian, can you stay on the phone with me?
Ian: My Mommy just drank all of my apple juice
Ian (post EMT pricking my finger): Mom, you are doing great. You didn't even cry!
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Glad you are okay Liz!
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