Well, I got another hour of sleep to help me out for the day. I laid down at 5:30 and woke up to Steff throwing up again at 6:30. I felt bad for her but it wasn't any big deal. I do have to wash the cushion covers of the couch now but that's small fries in comparison to how it makes her feel when she does that. She's too young to understand why stuff is coming out of her mouth and she's definitely too young to get the concept to run to the toilet. It's okay though. After her experience she laid down, I got her a clean blanket and she quickly fell back to sleep.
It's been an interesting night to say the least. We had three throw up sessions, one of which she was laying with Ryan and he almost got nailed. I'm starting to think that she has a stomach bug and not so much that the ibuprofen made her sick but I don't know. She hasn't been running a fever so I keep second guessing the "bug" thought. I guess we'll wait and see if it subsides. Time will tell but one thing I can say is that it's been interesting...
Wednesday, April 30, 2008
Kieran's Bad Day
Well, Kieran came home from school yesterday in foul mood. He's claiming that everyone hates him. He even said that he was told that they(the kids at school) wish he had died. He said, "me too." When I asked him why he wishes he had died he said so he could see his daddy. I just felt so bad but relieved that his reason was that and not that everyone hates him.
I need to make him an appointment with Kluthe so he can go in and get things off his chest. He's been doing so well that I haven't made the appointment. He hasn't seemed like he needs to go but more and more he comes home saying all the kids at school don't like him. I ask him why and he always comes up with a different reason. This time it was because of his teeth. He needs braces but we can't even think about getting them for him until all of his adult teeth come in. The funny part is that he wants braces pretty bad too, he's always changing his mind as to what color he wants the rubber bands to be.
I feel bad for him when he comes home from school after having a bad day but in the same token he's so crabby that you can hardly stand how he treats everyone else. I just try to tell him sorry and sympathize with him. What else can you do? I can't make it all better but I can be there for him to express his feelings.
Last night he ended up having a good day. He and some friends had a water fight outside and then we went to Grandma Diane's birthday party at McGrath's Fish House. It was a good time and helped him see that he's loved and accepted by some people. He's a good kid and he needs to learn to not let the kids at school get to him because let's face it, kids are cruel.
I need to make him an appointment with Kluthe so he can go in and get things off his chest. He's been doing so well that I haven't made the appointment. He hasn't seemed like he needs to go but more and more he comes home saying all the kids at school don't like him. I ask him why and he always comes up with a different reason. This time it was because of his teeth. He needs braces but we can't even think about getting them for him until all of his adult teeth come in. The funny part is that he wants braces pretty bad too, he's always changing his mind as to what color he wants the rubber bands to be.
I feel bad for him when he comes home from school after having a bad day but in the same token he's so crabby that you can hardly stand how he treats everyone else. I just try to tell him sorry and sympathize with him. What else can you do? I can't make it all better but I can be there for him to express his feelings.
Last night he ended up having a good day. He and some friends had a water fight outside and then we went to Grandma Diane's birthday party at McGrath's Fish House. It was a good time and helped him see that he's loved and accepted by some people. He's a good kid and he needs to learn to not let the kids at school get to him because let's face it, kids are cruel.
Poor, Poor Steffanie
As Steff would say, "Poor, poor, Steffanie." She's having a bad night. She woke up at 2am saying her back hurt and so I gave her some ibuprofen and she got sick to her stomach from that. She's been crying about her back one minute then her stomach the next. Poor girl. She must have gotten sick from the medicine because she threw up twice.
Right now her and Ryan are laying on the couch together and she's watching Sprout while he tries to catch some sleep. He just got home from work about an hour ago (3:30 is when he gets home)and I'm up for the day. I have been since Steff woke me up from her back hurting.
It's gonna be a long day...but hopefully Steff's back will stop hurting and she can get some more sleep. If she falls asleep I'm gonna try to get some more sleep and I'll also send Ryan to bed. If not, then it's really gonna be a long day.
She's not going to sleep...she's saying her back and her neck are "scratchy." My mom is coming over to visit tonight but I don't know that I'm gonna be doing much visiting. I think I'll ask her for a nap if things don't get better and I don't get some more sleep.
I just sent Ryan to bed because Steff was acting and talking like she's feeling a little better. There's no reason for both of us to be up and he's had a long night.
There are so many adventures as a parent. If you're reading this and haven't had kids yet then hang on to your socks when you do because if you're not the type that can be up all night and then go all day then you better not have kids. Of course, you also get to the point where you just do it because you have to. It's not fun and it's not easy but you find the energy and the way to take care of everything.
Right now her and Ryan are laying on the couch together and she's watching Sprout while he tries to catch some sleep. He just got home from work about an hour ago (3:30 is when he gets home)and I'm up for the day. I have been since Steff woke me up from her back hurting.
It's gonna be a long day...but hopefully Steff's back will stop hurting and she can get some more sleep. If she falls asleep I'm gonna try to get some more sleep and I'll also send Ryan to bed. If not, then it's really gonna be a long day.
She's not going to sleep...she's saying her back and her neck are "scratchy." My mom is coming over to visit tonight but I don't know that I'm gonna be doing much visiting. I think I'll ask her for a nap if things don't get better and I don't get some more sleep.
I just sent Ryan to bed because Steff was acting and talking like she's feeling a little better. There's no reason for both of us to be up and he's had a long night.
There are so many adventures as a parent. If you're reading this and haven't had kids yet then hang on to your socks when you do because if you're not the type that can be up all night and then go all day then you better not have kids. Of course, you also get to the point where you just do it because you have to. It's not fun and it's not easy but you find the energy and the way to take care of everything.
Tuesday, April 29, 2008
Steff & Outdoors
Steff is such an outside kinda kid. She and I really had a good time yesterday afternoon once Kieran got home. Kieran was hot from his walk home from school so he and his buddy Braxton hung out in the house for a little while when they got home and Steff wanted to get out and play. So, I asked Kieran to keep on eye on Sadie and I took Steff outside.
Right here I'd like to pause and make the comment that he did really well watching Sadie. I guess Rexxy was biting at Sadie's hands and he even made her cry one time. So, Kieran put him in his kennel because he wouldn't stop. That's a good big brother...
Anyway, Steff and I had a great time. She played on the slide for a while, and she rode her four-wheeler and she also played in the sandbox for a few by herself but together we played catch and batted. It was a great time. I don't get down and play with my kids often enough I've decided. I guess it's just ingrained into me because my parents didn't do it for me? I've tried to be better in the areas my parents weren't so great in and playing with my kids is something I can do better.
She watered the flowers too. Or should I say she made mud puddles? Either way you want to look it, it was cute. She would spray the plants for a minute until she found a low spot in the ground then she'd fill it up with water and play with the mud for a minute and move on to the next spot. That lasted for quite a while and she and I talked while she was doing it so we were spending time together. She did this until at some point she sprayed herself. I wasn't there, I had run into the house to get a drink when she came in soaked and wanting to change her clothes. I toweled her off, told her she was dry and back outside she went.
It was such a memorable time with her and it makes me want to give her more attention in the area of getting down on her level and playing. I think I'll remember what a great time we had and be better at that.
Right here I'd like to pause and make the comment that he did really well watching Sadie. I guess Rexxy was biting at Sadie's hands and he even made her cry one time. So, Kieran put him in his kennel because he wouldn't stop. That's a good big brother...
Anyway, Steff and I had a great time. She played on the slide for a while, and she rode her four-wheeler and she also played in the sandbox for a few by herself but together we played catch and batted. It was a great time. I don't get down and play with my kids often enough I've decided. I guess it's just ingrained into me because my parents didn't do it for me? I've tried to be better in the areas my parents weren't so great in and playing with my kids is something I can do better.
She watered the flowers too. Or should I say she made mud puddles? Either way you want to look it, it was cute. She would spray the plants for a minute until she found a low spot in the ground then she'd fill it up with water and play with the mud for a minute and move on to the next spot. That lasted for quite a while and she and I talked while she was doing it so we were spending time together. She did this until at some point she sprayed herself. I wasn't there, I had run into the house to get a drink when she came in soaked and wanting to change her clothes. I toweled her off, told her she was dry and back outside she went.
It was such a memorable time with her and it makes me want to give her more attention in the area of getting down on her level and playing. I think I'll remember what a great time we had and be better at that.
Outside & Sadie
Our little peanut does not like it outside and we've come up with many theories why that might be possible. There was the light theory; where we thought that she didn't like the brightness of outside because her eyes are so blue and light eyes reflect the sun. Then there was the internally knowing her skin is fair and being wary of the sun and it's burning power. Then there was the theory that she was born at the wrong time of the year and she probably is used to being indoors or maybe she likes the cold better. But, I think we hit the nail on the head this last time...see we were sitting outside yesterday and she was with us. We had sat in the same spot for quite some time and she began to wander off into the yard from the patio but she would come back to one of us and give our legs a squeeze and be off again. This happened over and over with each venture being a little longer and more inquisitive. So, we came up with the theory that she likes the safety and confinement of the house. All she really ever knew was being swaddled and close to someone when she was new. Maybe she's afraid of the open space of the outdoors? We don't know for sure but after watching her yesterday our latest theory makes the most sense. Or maybe it's a combination of all the theories? Who knows? We know one thing, we've got to get her used to outside because she can't hang out in the house all alone and we're outdoors kind of people. All of us, except her...
Monday, April 28, 2008
How We're Doing
It was a wonderful weekend...the weather was beautiful and we were productive in our yard and around the house. Ryan, his sister and our brother in-law had rented a power rake and thus, the project began...Ryan power raked on Saturday and on Sunday after church we went and raked our entire 1/2 acre yard by hand. It was tedious but we came up with a system that worked great and was less tiring. I would rake and Ryan would rest and play with kids or just chat with me then we'd trade. We did this over and over until the yard was raked. Then we broke out the lawn tractor and trailer and we cleaned up the piles of dead grass. We didn't do it completely by ourselves though we had my sister, Tayler helping us and so Ryan took her and Steff (who also helped in her own little way and the best she could) on a ride around the yard. They loved it and we appreciated the help. It was a great time for Ryan and I. We got to spend good, quality time together, even if it was working.
Kieran has been a great kiddo lately. He's always helping with his sisters and he's been doing his chores. Nothing new in school to talk about but I think things are going well. I'm waiting for an email response from his teacher on how he's doing and I'll update when I get it.
Sadie is growing well and her allergies have eased up. We thank God for that because she had them so bad. She has had a diaper area yeast infection that required some topical cream to get rid of and she somehow got a rash called Feliculitis that covered her entire body and required an antibiotic to treat. It's getting better and no one else in the house has come down with it so again, we praise the Lord.
Steff really enjoyed this weekend with being able to be outside most of the time. She just really loves being outside. She's a little nature junkie too, she's always catching spiders and other bugs to show us. She's learned or better yet grown to love her four wheeler. She had a hard time at first with it, she couldn't get the steering thing down and we had to keep rescuing her from the fences. She eventually got it and now she just cruises all over the yard until the battery is totally dead. Then, of course we put it on the charger and wait the long 16 hours for tomorrow to come so we can replace the battery and set her free to roam. It's so cute to see. The dog loves it too, he chases it and gets in her way and at the last second her jumps out of the way. She of course, chases him and laughs her little hinney off.
Ryan is doing pretty good himself. He's worried about money but there's nothing new there. He's been in great spirits and very helpful. He was worth his weight in gold while I was recovering from my surgery. He even wrote me little love notes letting me know he appreciated all I was doing in spite of how I was feeling. How wonderful that was. He did a lot this weekend with power raking and then vacuuming and cleaning the basement to get ready to move our things down there. He's just really been great...
I have been doing much better. I had a hard time with my nose while I had the splints (not stints) in it but a few days(I'd say 4)after they were removed I was almost back to my old self. Granted I still cannot blow my nose or bend over. That will only be a couple of days longer though and then when I wake up May 1st the first thing I'm doing is blowing my nose. It will be such a new experience. I can now wear makeup. I actually was able to put foundation on my face without causing extreme pain. It was nice to not hurt. My first pain free day was Friday and it's a blessing it was pain free with all that running around I did. But, that's enough about my nose. . .I'm doing well, very well and in spite of having my mom move out I've been very good at doing the dishes and the laundry. She was a big help but it's not as hard as I thought it was going to be. I praise God for that, He's really been a big part of my strength.
Well, that's the latest on how we're doing and we pray that each and every one of you is having a great day and that your life is blessed.
All My Love,
Tricia
Kieran has been a great kiddo lately. He's always helping with his sisters and he's been doing his chores. Nothing new in school to talk about but I think things are going well. I'm waiting for an email response from his teacher on how he's doing and I'll update when I get it.
Sadie is growing well and her allergies have eased up. We thank God for that because she had them so bad. She has had a diaper area yeast infection that required some topical cream to get rid of and she somehow got a rash called Feliculitis that covered her entire body and required an antibiotic to treat. It's getting better and no one else in the house has come down with it so again, we praise the Lord.
Steff really enjoyed this weekend with being able to be outside most of the time. She just really loves being outside. She's a little nature junkie too, she's always catching spiders and other bugs to show us. She's learned or better yet grown to love her four wheeler. She had a hard time at first with it, she couldn't get the steering thing down and we had to keep rescuing her from the fences. She eventually got it and now she just cruises all over the yard until the battery is totally dead. Then, of course we put it on the charger and wait the long 16 hours for tomorrow to come so we can replace the battery and set her free to roam. It's so cute to see. The dog loves it too, he chases it and gets in her way and at the last second her jumps out of the way. She of course, chases him and laughs her little hinney off.
Ryan is doing pretty good himself. He's worried about money but there's nothing new there. He's been in great spirits and very helpful. He was worth his weight in gold while I was recovering from my surgery. He even wrote me little love notes letting me know he appreciated all I was doing in spite of how I was feeling. How wonderful that was. He did a lot this weekend with power raking and then vacuuming and cleaning the basement to get ready to move our things down there. He's just really been great...
I have been doing much better. I had a hard time with my nose while I had the splints (not stints) in it but a few days(I'd say 4)after they were removed I was almost back to my old self. Granted I still cannot blow my nose or bend over. That will only be a couple of days longer though and then when I wake up May 1st the first thing I'm doing is blowing my nose. It will be such a new experience. I can now wear makeup. I actually was able to put foundation on my face without causing extreme pain. It was nice to not hurt. My first pain free day was Friday and it's a blessing it was pain free with all that running around I did. But, that's enough about my nose. . .I'm doing well, very well and in spite of having my mom move out I've been very good at doing the dishes and the laundry. She was a big help but it's not as hard as I thought it was going to be. I praise God for that, He's really been a big part of my strength.
Well, that's the latest on how we're doing and we pray that each and every one of you is having a great day and that your life is blessed.
All My Love,
Tricia
Saturday, April 26, 2008
Runnin' Around
Well, here I sit at 2am, wide awake, again...This time it's been interesting though because I have a case of the sneezies...I have sneezed well over ten times and I don't see an end in sight. I think there's something inside the right side, which is also the side I had fixed so it's not like I can do any digging around for the source, if you know what I mean? I'll just keep spraying everything in site until they stop.
So, yesterday was a busy day, that started at 11:10 and we didn't get home to relax until after 3:30. The girls and I were literally on the go.
It all started with me needing my depo shot...so I went to the doc and came home. But, while I was at the docs I had called my sister and found out that she was starving and couldn't find anyone to bring her something to eat. I volunteered but mostly because I had some samples of the medication she's on and I needed to get them to her any way. I figured I'd be gone 45 minutes tops since she works across town. Well, when we got there she needed to run home for her cell charger. So we did...I got her back to work and made the trek back across town. It had taken me an hour and half to do that I discovered.
Well, I got the girls all dolled up and off we went to the pharmacy. I'm on a first name basis with half the staff and most of the pharmacists. Sad, I know...but helpful too...once they know who you are you just give them your d.o.b and all is well and things are taken care of faster. What can I say, we take a lot of medication around this house. Anyway, I picked up the two prescriptions I had available and off we went.
We arrived at Dr. Silas's office at 2:30 and we were there for about 45 minutes. I promised Ryan we'd come visit him after the appointment and bring him something for a headache and we did. I'm sure you're curious why I was at the pediatricians office, which kid is sick? Well, Sadie has a wicked diaper rash which come to find out is really a yeast infection. She also has a rash on her body that come to find out, is a bacterial infection of the skin and she needs antibiotics to get rid of it. I was glad I had made the appointment when all this was out in the air.
While at Ryan's work I noticed Jessica had forgotten her medication so I ran that back to her. Which really was not a big deal, I was in the neighborhood anyway. Once finished with that we were finally able to make the long ride and come home. We got home close to 4pm and we stayed home, I was finished at this point. But my day didn't stop there. I still had my daily chores to do...pick up, laundry(which I have to do at least two loads a day or it backs up), dishes and making dinner. I got most of it all done and at about 9:30 I was able to rest my tired body and my exhausted mind. We haven't had a day like that in a long time and the girls were real troopers and didn't make any fuss. Well accept for when it was time to leave daddy...all hell broke lose. Sadie cried herself to sleep and Steff waved bye-bye and yelled "love you, daddy" over and over. It was cute to see them both react to leaving daddy. Even all the tears Sadie cried were cute.
So, again, here I sit. My body is tired and my mind is on the go. I'll be up another hour and half before I'm finally able to catch a couple more hours of sleep before the girls get up. It's days like this that make me glad I usually only set one appointment at a time each day of the week. Off to do something else now...maybe create an inspirational email...?
Be good and remember you are loved by some one-Jesus.
Tricia
So, yesterday was a busy day, that started at 11:10 and we didn't get home to relax until after 3:30. The girls and I were literally on the go.
It all started with me needing my depo shot...so I went to the doc and came home. But, while I was at the docs I had called my sister and found out that she was starving and couldn't find anyone to bring her something to eat. I volunteered but mostly because I had some samples of the medication she's on and I needed to get them to her any way. I figured I'd be gone 45 minutes tops since she works across town. Well, when we got there she needed to run home for her cell charger. So we did...I got her back to work and made the trek back across town. It had taken me an hour and half to do that I discovered.
Well, I got the girls all dolled up and off we went to the pharmacy. I'm on a first name basis with half the staff and most of the pharmacists. Sad, I know...but helpful too...once they know who you are you just give them your d.o.b and all is well and things are taken care of faster. What can I say, we take a lot of medication around this house. Anyway, I picked up the two prescriptions I had available and off we went.
We arrived at Dr. Silas's office at 2:30 and we were there for about 45 minutes. I promised Ryan we'd come visit him after the appointment and bring him something for a headache and we did. I'm sure you're curious why I was at the pediatricians office, which kid is sick? Well, Sadie has a wicked diaper rash which come to find out is really a yeast infection. She also has a rash on her body that come to find out, is a bacterial infection of the skin and she needs antibiotics to get rid of it. I was glad I had made the appointment when all this was out in the air.
While at Ryan's work I noticed Jessica had forgotten her medication so I ran that back to her. Which really was not a big deal, I was in the neighborhood anyway. Once finished with that we were finally able to make the long ride and come home. We got home close to 4pm and we stayed home, I was finished at this point. But my day didn't stop there. I still had my daily chores to do...pick up, laundry(which I have to do at least two loads a day or it backs up), dishes and making dinner. I got most of it all done and at about 9:30 I was able to rest my tired body and my exhausted mind. We haven't had a day like that in a long time and the girls were real troopers and didn't make any fuss. Well accept for when it was time to leave daddy...all hell broke lose. Sadie cried herself to sleep and Steff waved bye-bye and yelled "love you, daddy" over and over. It was cute to see them both react to leaving daddy. Even all the tears Sadie cried were cute.
So, again, here I sit. My body is tired and my mind is on the go. I'll be up another hour and half before I'm finally able to catch a couple more hours of sleep before the girls get up. It's days like this that make me glad I usually only set one appointment at a time each day of the week. Off to do something else now...maybe create an inspirational email...?
Be good and remember you are loved by some one-Jesus.
Tricia
Friday, April 25, 2008
Just Stuff
I think I'm coming to the end of my smoking phase. Granted it's a phase that's lasted 14 years. So, can it really be called a phase? It's getting to the point where it simple put, burns when I inhale. I don't enjoy it like I used to. I guess it's the Lord's way of showing me it's time to end this unhealthy life and move into a better way of life. I do know one thing, when my doc told me I had developed Reactive Lung Disease I felt like I had been slapped in the face. It was truly a wake up call. It was like seeing what smoking has done for my life and I wondered how long it would be before I was told I have emphysema? Just another reason to quit...
Steff and Sadie are at war. I got Steff some juice and a bowl of chips. Sadie is sneaky and will see the bowl and come a runnin' to get a piece of whatever the contents are. She'll steal a chip or popcorn or whatever it is and take off in another direction only to finish the goodie and come back for more. As for Steff's part in this whole facade, she'll just sit there crying and telling Sadie, "Nooooo, Sadie No." It's quite hilarious. They're sure at it this morning. I have to say the most annoying part is when Sadie gets a hold of Steff's juice...she'll attack it and take a swigg and then toss it aside and usually it will spill as she's tossing it and then it slowly leaks out all over the carpet. For Steff's part in this, she simply sits there and whines, "Juuuuice...." It gets old jumping up from what I'm doing and running to the rescue of the juice and my carpet. But the whole thing in it's own right is funny.
As my cute, little, rebel dog learns to pee with his leg lifted I have to laugh...He always, and I do mean always...pees on himself. Usually it's just the back of his front two legs or he'll hit his belly once in a while and one day he even peed on his own face. It was absolutely the funniest thing I've seen him do yet. It almost takes the cake for one of my top ten funniest moments. You see he didn't just pee on his face, he kept looking down to see if he could lower his head as he peed. So each time he did that, he'd bob his head back and then down into the pee and back up and back down all the while just nailing himself with his own urine...It was awesome.
I'm feeling pretty good. Now that my nose isn't so painful I'm remembering the pain in my back. I at least have a reason for being in pain. At my last doc appointment I learned I have Scoliosis. I have lived with back pain since my early twenties and never had x-rays to learn of my condition. Don't get me wrong it's not serious but it is serious enough that I have to wear a silly back brace all the time. I also have Lidocaine patches and I'm pushing for Neurontin therapy since the patches will cost us $180 a month. They work though and it's sad they're so expensive. I'm just honestly glad that I'm not just making this pain up in my head. I was seriously starting to wonder if maybe it was all in my head and that I just wanted the medication that goes along with being in pain but that's not the case at all. I'm so relieved even if it means I won't get any better. I think my sister Jessica might have it too, I know my brother Matt has it. Jess complains of the same pain I'm in and she visits her doctor on a regular basis looking for relief just like I do...I really hope she doesn't and that there is another answer to her problem cuz folks let's face the facts here, Scoliosis doesn't get better or go away...
I'm looking forward to the days when I can be back to full duty. Sounds weird I know...but, hey I've been told I can't bend, lift, strain, or blow my nose for two weeks. So I have to keep sniffing snot into the back of my throat and thus spit it out. I know that's sick but it's also reality and that's what blogs are-reality. I can't even pick up the toys that are always left all over the house because it requires bending. But, ya know what my darling and wonderful husband did? He wrote me a letter thanking me for doing all the things I can do. I've been keeping up with what I can, like the dishes and the laundry and in the meantime I have to ask Ryan for his help with the bending stuff.
I've also been journaling...Which brings up a story...You see, my brother in-law and sister in-law gave me a very beautiful journal as a baptismal gift and I was using it well. I had written a lot about the pain my nose was causing and what I was going through and how my life has been when I had a moment of peace. I don't know how that happened but at some point I was able to run a nice hot bath to soak in...I put some cornstarch and lavender in the water because they are both good for your skin and lavender has such relaxing properties. When it went all down hill...I had placed my journal on the side of the tub in preparation for my experience. As I stepped in I also forgot that cornstarch on the bottom of the tub is very slippery and thus my left foot slid causing my right knee to bend and bump the journal right into the water. At this point it's too late to save the water damage of the journal but I figured I could at least pull it out before it sunk to the bottom. I was so upset and in pain, so tears weren't far off but, I collected myself and placed my once lovely journal on a towel. I took a very short bath and it wasn't relaxing like it was intended to be. Isn't that the way life goes?
Well folks, it's time for me to do something and make something of my day. It's gonna be a busy one with two different doctor's appointments today but at least it will go by fast...Take care of yourselves and remember the Lord loves everything about you...
Tricia
Steff and Sadie are at war. I got Steff some juice and a bowl of chips. Sadie is sneaky and will see the bowl and come a runnin' to get a piece of whatever the contents are. She'll steal a chip or popcorn or whatever it is and take off in another direction only to finish the goodie and come back for more. As for Steff's part in this whole facade, she'll just sit there crying and telling Sadie, "Nooooo, Sadie No." It's quite hilarious. They're sure at it this morning. I have to say the most annoying part is when Sadie gets a hold of Steff's juice...she'll attack it and take a swigg and then toss it aside and usually it will spill as she's tossing it and then it slowly leaks out all over the carpet. For Steff's part in this, she simply sits there and whines, "Juuuuice...." It gets old jumping up from what I'm doing and running to the rescue of the juice and my carpet. But the whole thing in it's own right is funny.
As my cute, little, rebel dog learns to pee with his leg lifted I have to laugh...He always, and I do mean always...pees on himself. Usually it's just the back of his front two legs or he'll hit his belly once in a while and one day he even peed on his own face. It was absolutely the funniest thing I've seen him do yet. It almost takes the cake for one of my top ten funniest moments. You see he didn't just pee on his face, he kept looking down to see if he could lower his head as he peed. So each time he did that, he'd bob his head back and then down into the pee and back up and back down all the while just nailing himself with his own urine...It was awesome.
I'm feeling pretty good. Now that my nose isn't so painful I'm remembering the pain in my back. I at least have a reason for being in pain. At my last doc appointment I learned I have Scoliosis. I have lived with back pain since my early twenties and never had x-rays to learn of my condition. Don't get me wrong it's not serious but it is serious enough that I have to wear a silly back brace all the time. I also have Lidocaine patches and I'm pushing for Neurontin therapy since the patches will cost us $180 a month. They work though and it's sad they're so expensive. I'm just honestly glad that I'm not just making this pain up in my head. I was seriously starting to wonder if maybe it was all in my head and that I just wanted the medication that goes along with being in pain but that's not the case at all. I'm so relieved even if it means I won't get any better. I think my sister Jessica might have it too, I know my brother Matt has it. Jess complains of the same pain I'm in and she visits her doctor on a regular basis looking for relief just like I do...I really hope she doesn't and that there is another answer to her problem cuz folks let's face the facts here, Scoliosis doesn't get better or go away...
I'm looking forward to the days when I can be back to full duty. Sounds weird I know...but, hey I've been told I can't bend, lift, strain, or blow my nose for two weeks. So I have to keep sniffing snot into the back of my throat and thus spit it out. I know that's sick but it's also reality and that's what blogs are-reality. I can't even pick up the toys that are always left all over the house because it requires bending. But, ya know what my darling and wonderful husband did? He wrote me a letter thanking me for doing all the things I can do. I've been keeping up with what I can, like the dishes and the laundry and in the meantime I have to ask Ryan for his help with the bending stuff.
I've also been journaling...Which brings up a story...You see, my brother in-law and sister in-law gave me a very beautiful journal as a baptismal gift and I was using it well. I had written a lot about the pain my nose was causing and what I was going through and how my life has been when I had a moment of peace. I don't know how that happened but at some point I was able to run a nice hot bath to soak in...I put some cornstarch and lavender in the water because they are both good for your skin and lavender has such relaxing properties. When it went all down hill...I had placed my journal on the side of the tub in preparation for my experience. As I stepped in I also forgot that cornstarch on the bottom of the tub is very slippery and thus my left foot slid causing my right knee to bend and bump the journal right into the water. At this point it's too late to save the water damage of the journal but I figured I could at least pull it out before it sunk to the bottom. I was so upset and in pain, so tears weren't far off but, I collected myself and placed my once lovely journal on a towel. I took a very short bath and it wasn't relaxing like it was intended to be. Isn't that the way life goes?
Well folks, it's time for me to do something and make something of my day. It's gonna be a busy one with two different doctor's appointments today but at least it will go by fast...Take care of yourselves and remember the Lord loves everything about you...
Tricia
Thursday, April 24, 2008
Recent Pictures
Here are the latest pictures of our family and the going is good. We haven't hit any major milestones or had anything exciting happen lately so there's really nothing new to blog about. But don't they all look cute anyway..?
Surgery and Recovery
So, I just notice I haven't typed about having surgery at all and I figured late was better than never. If you don't already know I had a Septoplasty and a Bilatteral Terbinate Reduction on the 16th, just over a week ago...Basically what he(the doc) did was straighten my deviated septum. It was about 75 percent deviated and causing quite a few breathing problems in the right side of my nose.
The surgery went well and I recovered pretty quickly in the hospital. What they didn't tell me was that the pain meds they gave me would wear off and I'd feel like crap for only heaven knows how long. Because, I'm still feeling like garbage and super tired all the time. I didn't realize how surgery just zaps the energy right out of you...I have only been this tired when I was pregnant and I know that's not true since they took a pregnancy test before I went in for surgery. Now back to the pain thing...
I tried to put makeup on my face the other day...It brought tears to my eyes and I vowed to never do that again until I was sure I was completely healed. My mom always said, "you have to suffer to be beautiful," but this was a little on the overboard side if you ask me. So, if you're vain don't get this surgery done because you'll bring tears to your eyes each time you slap on the foundation.
What have I learned from this experience? I wouldn't do it again. I'd leave things the way they were. So far the improvements in my breathing aren't worth the pain that I've been in. I don't know that I'll say that in a month from now or even in a year from now but for now that's the truth.
The surgery went well and I recovered pretty quickly in the hospital. What they didn't tell me was that the pain meds they gave me would wear off and I'd feel like crap for only heaven knows how long. Because, I'm still feeling like garbage and super tired all the time. I didn't realize how surgery just zaps the energy right out of you...I have only been this tired when I was pregnant and I know that's not true since they took a pregnancy test before I went in for surgery. Now back to the pain thing...
I tried to put makeup on my face the other day...It brought tears to my eyes and I vowed to never do that again until I was sure I was completely healed. My mom always said, "you have to suffer to be beautiful," but this was a little on the overboard side if you ask me. So, if you're vain don't get this surgery done because you'll bring tears to your eyes each time you slap on the foundation.
What have I learned from this experience? I wouldn't do it again. I'd leave things the way they were. So far the improvements in my breathing aren't worth the pain that I've been in. I don't know that I'll say that in a month from now or even in a year from now but for now that's the truth.
Tuesday, April 22, 2008
Here I Sit
Here I sit, hurting at 4 in the morning. I thought the pain of this surgery would have subsided already but I'm actually in more pain now. Maybe it's because of the stints up my nose? Maybe it's because I got kneed in the face and it brought me to my knees in tears? Who knows? I know only one thing-the pain killers aren't working. I called my doctor and he was in surgery, he told me to go to the emergency room. Hell no! $100 co-pay, forget it....I'll suffer. I did think about it though, they have good painkillers there. Something that would take the edge off the hurt.
All I want are these stints out. I want the space in my nose to be free from plastic. Plastic is a great invention, until you have it shoved up your nose for a week. I'd take the things out myself but he stitched them in and I'm not sure where the stitches are to cut them out. That's how bad these things are affecting my lifestyle. I know why he said to take a week off work...you can't concentrate, all you think about is your nose and how uncomfortable and painful it is. And, again, the painkillers aren't working, they're actually a joke. I take them anyway hoping they provide relief. No such luck yet.
I'm sick of sniffing...boogers down the back of your throat...Gross. I have been a spitting machine. I wish they'd let me blow my nose cuz it's full of gunk. I shouldn't be writing of this stuff but it reality.
The only thing that feels good down the back of my throat is of all things; warm coffee. Good thing I love coffee.
Ya know the nose is more sensitive than we've ever given it credit for. I can feel wear these stitches are by the pain they bring. I can't wait to get these stints out of my nose!
There's nothing quite like having something to look forward to. For me, it's these stints coming out of my nose. I dream of free breathing days. I can see myself running through a meadow, breathing in the flowers and the fresh air. And, of course, I'm pain free.
I don't know if I hurt from the surgery or if it's these stints shoved up my nostrils.
Well, I'm gonna go put ice on my nose and see if I can get some more sleep...
All I want are these stints out. I want the space in my nose to be free from plastic. Plastic is a great invention, until you have it shoved up your nose for a week. I'd take the things out myself but he stitched them in and I'm not sure where the stitches are to cut them out. That's how bad these things are affecting my lifestyle. I know why he said to take a week off work...you can't concentrate, all you think about is your nose and how uncomfortable and painful it is. And, again, the painkillers aren't working, they're actually a joke. I take them anyway hoping they provide relief. No such luck yet.
I'm sick of sniffing...boogers down the back of your throat...Gross. I have been a spitting machine. I wish they'd let me blow my nose cuz it's full of gunk. I shouldn't be writing of this stuff but it reality.
The only thing that feels good down the back of my throat is of all things; warm coffee. Good thing I love coffee.
Ya know the nose is more sensitive than we've ever given it credit for. I can feel wear these stitches are by the pain they bring. I can't wait to get these stints out of my nose!
There's nothing quite like having something to look forward to. For me, it's these stints coming out of my nose. I dream of free breathing days. I can see myself running through a meadow, breathing in the flowers and the fresh air. And, of course, I'm pain free.
I don't know if I hurt from the surgery or if it's these stints shoved up my nostrils.
Well, I'm gonna go put ice on my nose and see if I can get some more sleep...
Tuesday, April 15, 2008
Baptisms, Allergies and Sweet Husbands
I am officially a Baptist...I took the plunge and was baptized Sunday night. It was such an invigorating experience. As I went into the water I felt heavy and burdened and as I emmerged I felt like I was going to fly off like a bird. It was the best feeling I've ever experienced. I would recommend it to anyone. Of course, there is something to be said for accepting Jesus Christ as your personal Savior. . .I did about 6 years ago on Easter...I finally understood that Christ had died for my sins, not everyone's, like I'd known for years...It was my sins he died for. I wasn't worthy of such love but He was always faithful and showed me this for years and years. That's why I was baptized. I realized the love Jesus has for me and it was my turn to be obedient and do as He commanded in the Bible.
I had a great support system at my baptism. Ryan's siblings and their spouses came and so did my mother in-law and step father in-law. And, of course my wonderful mother was there. My son was really impacted by this event and he's stated that he wants to be baptized as well. He loved hearing the cheering and whistling as I came out of the water. I know my son has accepted Christ as his personal Savior, he did so a long time ago. I wish I had been so young, maybe I would have saved myself some hard lessons? God's timing is perfect and I cannot complain about the way my life has went. I've learned a lot...a lot about what I want and don't want in my life and that the center of my life needs to be Christ.
The rest of our family is doing well. We thought for a minute that we might have to find Rexxy a new home due to some serious allergy flair ups. Everyone seems to be doing better now though and the dog is still our youngest member.
Ryan is doing well. He's been so sweet and wonderful lately. As you may or may not know, my mom moved out this last weekend and Ryan took the innitative and found some help to help her move so that I didn't have to strain my back. He was worried about my back and didn't want me doing anything. He also took off 3 days for my surgery recovery. . .He was right there standing at the side of the baptismal font while I was baptized and he's just been Mr. Sweet-heart lately. I love it when he's like this. What woman wouldn't love it?
Kieran is doing well also...He's been his usual self but now he wants to be baptized. I think he's ready and I asked him if he'd like to do it with me before I made the decision. He said no, he wasn't ready but seeing me do it must have inspired him. He's been a good kid at school. No fights lately. His teacher sends me emails saying he's a joy to have in his class and that he's entertaining.
Steff is doing great. We still haven't started potty training but we're working on it...At least we're trying to psyche her up for it. She has been enjoying the weather, she just loves being outside. I am also impressed with her vocabulary and she's always saying something to crack us up.
Sadie is doing wonderful...she is starting to babble quite a bit so hopefully she'll be talking soon. My mom and I have this joke going that now that she's moved out Sadie will start talking...She has had allergies probably worse than anyone in the house. She gets big bags under eyes, a cough and the worst runny nose. She seems to be getting a little better though so that's good.
Not much has been happening-as you can see....We are doing well and looking forward to this Summer. It's been a long, cold winter and Spring hasn't been all too warm either. We hope all is well everyone else's world and that you feel the Lord's blessings in your life.
All My Love,
Tricia
I had a great support system at my baptism. Ryan's siblings and their spouses came and so did my mother in-law and step father in-law. And, of course my wonderful mother was there. My son was really impacted by this event and he's stated that he wants to be baptized as well. He loved hearing the cheering and whistling as I came out of the water. I know my son has accepted Christ as his personal Savior, he did so a long time ago. I wish I had been so young, maybe I would have saved myself some hard lessons? God's timing is perfect and I cannot complain about the way my life has went. I've learned a lot...a lot about what I want and don't want in my life and that the center of my life needs to be Christ.
The rest of our family is doing well. We thought for a minute that we might have to find Rexxy a new home due to some serious allergy flair ups. Everyone seems to be doing better now though and the dog is still our youngest member.
Ryan is doing well. He's been so sweet and wonderful lately. As you may or may not know, my mom moved out this last weekend and Ryan took the innitative and found some help to help her move so that I didn't have to strain my back. He was worried about my back and didn't want me doing anything. He also took off 3 days for my surgery recovery. . .He was right there standing at the side of the baptismal font while I was baptized and he's just been Mr. Sweet-heart lately. I love it when he's like this. What woman wouldn't love it?
Kieran is doing well also...He's been his usual self but now he wants to be baptized. I think he's ready and I asked him if he'd like to do it with me before I made the decision. He said no, he wasn't ready but seeing me do it must have inspired him. He's been a good kid at school. No fights lately. His teacher sends me emails saying he's a joy to have in his class and that he's entertaining.
Steff is doing great. We still haven't started potty training but we're working on it...At least we're trying to psyche her up for it. She has been enjoying the weather, she just loves being outside. I am also impressed with her vocabulary and she's always saying something to crack us up.
Sadie is doing wonderful...she is starting to babble quite a bit so hopefully she'll be talking soon. My mom and I have this joke going that now that she's moved out Sadie will start talking...She has had allergies probably worse than anyone in the house. She gets big bags under eyes, a cough and the worst runny nose. She seems to be getting a little better though so that's good.
Not much has been happening-as you can see....We are doing well and looking forward to this Summer. It's been a long, cold winter and Spring hasn't been all too warm either. We hope all is well everyone else's world and that you feel the Lord's blessings in your life.
All My Love,
Tricia
Friday, April 11, 2008
Being Baptized
I've made the leap...I am going to be baptized Baptist this Sunday the 13th at 7pm...I'm so looking forward to taking a dunk into the Holy Font. I know my Lord wants me to do this and that this is my next step in the journey we all have called "life." I knew this was something that had been impressed upon my heart for quite a long period of time and each time I turned around baptism was the subject of so many different discussions. The Lord was yelling out to me to get my hide in gear and get it done.
I must let you know of my conviction...I know the Lord suffered and died for my sins, He lived a perfect existence but lived the life of a peasant so I could go home to my Father. As I sit here and reflect on the journey that I've had with the Lord my eyes well up with tears. He's been so faithful and forgiving in all the wrong-doings of my life. If you think back, He's been just as faithful to you too. In the depths of all the darkness that I've endured He was there with His light and His love to help me see how much He loves me. I can finally say I found home on earth...It's in my Lord's presence. So, now it's my turn to be obedient and be baptized.
I must let you know of my conviction...I know the Lord suffered and died for my sins, He lived a perfect existence but lived the life of a peasant so I could go home to my Father. As I sit here and reflect on the journey that I've had with the Lord my eyes well up with tears. He's been so faithful and forgiving in all the wrong-doings of my life. If you think back, He's been just as faithful to you too. In the depths of all the darkness that I've endured He was there with His light and His love to help me see how much He loves me. I can finally say I found home on earth...It's in my Lord's presence. So, now it's my turn to be obedient and be baptized.
Thursday, April 10, 2008
Oh...The Allergies
Oh...man our house has something in it that is driving us all to the brink of scratching our eyes out and coughing our lungs up. To be honest, I think it's the dog. I hate to say it but he's the only thing that has changed since we all started coming down with major allergies. Of course, we are coming in to allergy season as well so we've decided to see what happens for a while before we go and find Rexxy a new home.
Ryan and Kieran went to the doc together the other day and most things are well. Ryan's left leg (I think it's his left) is 1/2 inch shorter than his right so he needs to get inserts for that shoe. Kieran has reactive lung that is associated with allergies and has an inhaler now that he uses 4 times a day. They both are in great health other than these minor ailments.
Steff went to see Dr Silas for her 3 year well check and it was discovered she has 2 ear infections and he put her on an inhaler too-for the same thing...allergies. He's also worried she might have asthma and if the inhaler doesn't improve things within the next two weeks he wants to see her again for some further looking at. He thinks it's most likely just allergies though since her lungs sound very good.
Sadie is suffering from a runny nose and red, itchy eyes. She's on Zyrtec for that and it seems to help when it's not causing her to get an upset tummy and thus, lose her lunch. She has been a little cuddle bug lately and she's finally reaching out for us when she wants to be picked up. Still no talking though.
I am doing well. I have been wearing my back brace non-stop and it really helps my back. I'm actually hardly in any pain since I've been wearing it so much. My nose gets fixed on the 16th and I'm really looking forward to being able to breath. The time just doesn't seem to get here fast enough.
My mom is moving out this Saturday. Ryan has assembled a crew to get it all done and taken care of in matter of hours instead of taking the whole weekend. I worry that she'll miss her little angels since she's been here since they were born but I have faith that this is the best thing for her. She's excited to have space of her own and not worry about making too much noise when she's cleaning or listening to music. I think it will be good for all of us...
Ryan and I had a great therapy session yesterday and we're learning that our problems are deeper than just money they are more in the area of each of us needing to feel important to the other person. I have been being super good with money this time around in hopes that I can show Ryan that his feelings of needing to provide for his family are important to me.
Well, that's about it for now. Hope you feel a little more informed.
Tricia
Are ya drinking coffee so you can stay awake for life? Hehehe
Ryan and Kieran went to the doc together the other day and most things are well. Ryan's left leg (I think it's his left) is 1/2 inch shorter than his right so he needs to get inserts for that shoe. Kieran has reactive lung that is associated with allergies and has an inhaler now that he uses 4 times a day. They both are in great health other than these minor ailments.
Steff went to see Dr Silas for her 3 year well check and it was discovered she has 2 ear infections and he put her on an inhaler too-for the same thing...allergies. He's also worried she might have asthma and if the inhaler doesn't improve things within the next two weeks he wants to see her again for some further looking at. He thinks it's most likely just allergies though since her lungs sound very good.
Sadie is suffering from a runny nose and red, itchy eyes. She's on Zyrtec for that and it seems to help when it's not causing her to get an upset tummy and thus, lose her lunch. She has been a little cuddle bug lately and she's finally reaching out for us when she wants to be picked up. Still no talking though.
I am doing well. I have been wearing my back brace non-stop and it really helps my back. I'm actually hardly in any pain since I've been wearing it so much. My nose gets fixed on the 16th and I'm really looking forward to being able to breath. The time just doesn't seem to get here fast enough.
My mom is moving out this Saturday. Ryan has assembled a crew to get it all done and taken care of in matter of hours instead of taking the whole weekend. I worry that she'll miss her little angels since she's been here since they were born but I have faith that this is the best thing for her. She's excited to have space of her own and not worry about making too much noise when she's cleaning or listening to music. I think it will be good for all of us...
Ryan and I had a great therapy session yesterday and we're learning that our problems are deeper than just money they are more in the area of each of us needing to feel important to the other person. I have been being super good with money this time around in hopes that I can show Ryan that his feelings of needing to provide for his family are important to me.
Well, that's about it for now. Hope you feel a little more informed.
Tricia
Are ya drinking coffee so you can stay awake for life? Hehehe
Sunday, April 6, 2008
Had a Good Saturday
I must be crazy or an insomniac...It's 4am and I'm up blogging because there's nothing else to do while I wait for Steff to go back to sleep. She woke up coughing and said she had a "beaver"(fever)and a "cratchy throat." She was a little warm but nothing serious so I gave her some cough suppressant and laid her down and now I'm playing the waiting game.
I also had to take the dog out to pee. He was in his kennel whining to use the bathroom which is the first time he's done that but we're trying to house train him so I figured it was important to get him out.
I'm feeling pretty pooped at this point and my typing is something to be desired but hey I'm being a good mommy and pet owner. Oh, the priceless and thankless gifts of parenthood.
Ryan and I had a good day...Saturday that is. We finally cleaned the garage and got it all organized. It feels really good to have it clean and it was nice to spend the time together. We always enjoy each others company. I guess that's one of the many reasons we have such a good marriage.
Kieran has had a busy weekend. Friday night he went and stayed the night at Gram's and Saturday he had a birthday party to attend. Then his cousins were over at Gram's so he went back over there later Saturday for some movies and cousin time. I hope he's enjoyed his weekend cuz they aren't always so full of excitement.
My mom is going to be moving out next weekend. That's the biggest news. I'm so looking forward to having our house to ourselves. It's gonna be a lot of work getting all our stuff down the stairs but it will be worth it when it's all said and done. Oh and we're gonna be sore when that happens, oh the pains of aging. If this is what thirty has to offer I'm scared of fifty and higher.
I forgot to put in my last blog that Dr E discovered I have slight Scholiosis. Nothing serious but enough to cause pain and for my spine to come out of wack easily. He gave me lidocaine patches which work like a charm in most spots but there's one area of my back that just doesn't respond to them and the cost is outragious. We paid 180 for 60 patches. That's 3 bucks a patch...They are gold in this house.
Sadie has been cuter than a button lately. She's getting so smart and so animated. She will get upset when she can't reach something and she'll try multiple ways before she either cries or gives up.
Ryan's demeanor has changed. He's grateful for what he has now. You see, I watched Jenn's twins on Tuesday and Wednesday and just having 2 extra kids in the house made him appreciate only having 3 kids. He's really been doing much better and he's come out of his funk. Which is the Ryan that I know.
I also had to take the dog out to pee. He was in his kennel whining to use the bathroom which is the first time he's done that but we're trying to house train him so I figured it was important to get him out.
I'm feeling pretty pooped at this point and my typing is something to be desired but hey I'm being a good mommy and pet owner. Oh, the priceless and thankless gifts of parenthood.
Ryan and I had a good day...Saturday that is. We finally cleaned the garage and got it all organized. It feels really good to have it clean and it was nice to spend the time together. We always enjoy each others company. I guess that's one of the many reasons we have such a good marriage.
Kieran has had a busy weekend. Friday night he went and stayed the night at Gram's and Saturday he had a birthday party to attend. Then his cousins were over at Gram's so he went back over there later Saturday for some movies and cousin time. I hope he's enjoyed his weekend cuz they aren't always so full of excitement.
My mom is going to be moving out next weekend. That's the biggest news. I'm so looking forward to having our house to ourselves. It's gonna be a lot of work getting all our stuff down the stairs but it will be worth it when it's all said and done. Oh and we're gonna be sore when that happens, oh the pains of aging. If this is what thirty has to offer I'm scared of fifty and higher.
I forgot to put in my last blog that Dr E discovered I have slight Scholiosis. Nothing serious but enough to cause pain and for my spine to come out of wack easily. He gave me lidocaine patches which work like a charm in most spots but there's one area of my back that just doesn't respond to them and the cost is outragious. We paid 180 for 60 patches. That's 3 bucks a patch...They are gold in this house.
Sadie has been cuter than a button lately. She's getting so smart and so animated. She will get upset when she can't reach something and she'll try multiple ways before she either cries or gives up.
Ryan's demeanor has changed. He's grateful for what he has now. You see, I watched Jenn's twins on Tuesday and Wednesday and just having 2 extra kids in the house made him appreciate only having 3 kids. He's really been doing much better and he's come out of his funk. Which is the Ryan that I know.
Wednesday, April 2, 2008
Green
It just wouldn't be me if I didn't once in a while type some sort of strange blog...So, here it is...I have come to the conclusion that I love the color green...Yes, folks, my favorite color is green. Maybe it's because purple was my favorite color for years and I finally got a little ill from it. Now don't get me wrong, I still like purple but I love green...All shades of green but particularly...lime green. Maybe it has something to do with my love of Summer and the beautiful green grass? I don't know but I want everything in this color. I love wearing the color and it goes great with my green eyes. Hey, maybe that's another reason I love it so much...I have green eyes that I've been staring at since I was a teenager...They used to be blue, grey, green, yellow(yeah, really strange)...Basically they changed with my clothes and my mood. It was like mood eyes or something weird like that. I have never been normal ya know..?
Anyway, was bored and had to get this color revelation off my chest...Remember, drink coffee cuz life's short so you might as well stay awake for it...
Tricia
Anyway, was bored and had to get this color revelation off my chest...Remember, drink coffee cuz life's short so you might as well stay awake for it...
Tricia
Tuesday, April 1, 2008
The Latest Going Ons
It's been an interesting time since my last post. The kids are doing well. Steff just celebrated her big 3. She was so excited for her party that that's all we heard about for a week straight. She really did a good job and didn't have any hyperactive moments on the day of her party. So, no meltdowns. She even blew the candles out on her cake.
Kieran is doing well. I sign him up for baseball tomorrow and he's stoked. He's done well in school all year and his room is a disaster area. His turtle needs new water and we're learning that that is just the age he's at. He's really helpful with his sisters and goes out of his way to help me out.
Sadie is doing well also...still not talking but she understands a lot of what you say to her now or at least her actions show that she understands. I think she's on strike and knows that we know her cries and fusses so why talk?
Ryan is fed up with life and has no problem saying so. I guess I can't blame him he works OT and takes care of kids when he's not at work. I know I get sick of doing my job and cleaning house all the time. So, he's entitled to be fed up with it all. He doesn't stay in these funks long so I'm sure he'll see the sun soon-at least that's my prayers for him.
I am 30 and falling apart...I have Reactive Lung Disease which is like Asthma, a Deviated Septum that is moderate to severe and I have back pain that is not responding to any treatment. Other than that I'm doing famously well. I go in for surgery on the 16th to get my septum fixed and I'm looking forward to being able to breath for the first time since I can remember. Things aren't so bad, at least things are looking up and being discovered now instead of later...Praise the Lord.
As you can see we are all doing pretty well and we keep a positive attitude. Take care of you and yours; next to God they're the only things you really have in life...Oh...and life is short so drink coffee and stay awake for it.
Tricia
Kieran is doing well. I sign him up for baseball tomorrow and he's stoked. He's done well in school all year and his room is a disaster area. His turtle needs new water and we're learning that that is just the age he's at. He's really helpful with his sisters and goes out of his way to help me out.
Sadie is doing well also...still not talking but she understands a lot of what you say to her now or at least her actions show that she understands. I think she's on strike and knows that we know her cries and fusses so why talk?
Ryan is fed up with life and has no problem saying so. I guess I can't blame him he works OT and takes care of kids when he's not at work. I know I get sick of doing my job and cleaning house all the time. So, he's entitled to be fed up with it all. He doesn't stay in these funks long so I'm sure he'll see the sun soon-at least that's my prayers for him.
I am 30 and falling apart...I have Reactive Lung Disease which is like Asthma, a Deviated Septum that is moderate to severe and I have back pain that is not responding to any treatment. Other than that I'm doing famously well. I go in for surgery on the 16th to get my septum fixed and I'm looking forward to being able to breath for the first time since I can remember. Things aren't so bad, at least things are looking up and being discovered now instead of later...Praise the Lord.
As you can see we are all doing pretty well and we keep a positive attitude. Take care of you and yours; next to God they're the only things you really have in life...Oh...and life is short so drink coffee and stay awake for it.
Tricia
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