Sick day?

This school year has been a bit of a roller coaster for Caden and very confusing for me as a mother.  There have been so many highs this year.  Behavior wise and academically he is having his best year yet.  When I look at his work I can't believe it is his handwriting compared to last year.  He loves math and science and is doing great.  When Jimmy had his day being a Watch D.O.G. Caden's teacher even told him she thought Caden should be in gifted and talented.  I can see him maturing and working harder then ever.  

And then come the lows.  On several occasions this year Caden has cried telling me he is stressed out.  Just last night I went to hug him and he just started crying.  Not really able to tell me exactly why and just not wanting  to go to school.  He did wake up with a sore throat and I ended up taking him to the doctor.  He suffers from allergies and they were just acting up.  I think this played a part in his breakdown last night.  I ended up keeping him home even though he could have gone to school.  I just let him spend the day relaxing and doing whatever he wanted.  Not my best mom move probably, but he laid around and watched movies and played video games.  I can honestly say he was much better tonight and actually wanting to go to school tomorrow.  

I am trying to help him the best way I know how.  I know he is doing a lot and the work is intense at school, but he is very capable.  I am just trying to make sure I help him find balance.  My mom reminded me of my third grade year.  I was very stressed out that year and my teacher even approached my parents to see if everything was ok with me.  I am hoping this is just a transition time for Caden.  I love him so much and I know God has great plans for him. 

We spent some time tonight praying to the one who is in control.  Just asking God to help calm his stress and be with him.  

Tomorrow is a new day and I am hoping he will be much better.