Oh my goodness....I just had a chat with Evie last night and I knew she was sick but what happened after....that is awful. I am so sorry to hear what you all went through....that is awful that they intubated her and then sent her home due to a lack of beds.....healthcare....uugghh....

I think that asking Evie to not cry is a good thing as you don't want the strain on her lungs and heart...you are not being unreasonable ......you just want her to be safe and that is ok...if Evie is able to do this then it is even better and it will help her. Give her positive encourragement (as I am sure you are already doing) Kathy and Jim......You just love her and want her to be well. You are not doing anything wrong. She is lucky to have you!

I hope things settle down soon and she becomes well enough to travel...the warm weather help her too. Please take care.....all of you.