Baylee had her 3 month appointment for her back today. It was mostly good news...she is healing well...but she has managed to bend her titanium screws. So...they are kind of in the shape of bananas. How does one bend titanium screws? Only in our little world is that possible...But we are both grateful that she is healing and on the mend!
Blessing: Even though it isn't perfect...it is moving in the right direction and that is absolutely a blessing! Lesson: No more twist and shout at dances...listen to your mother Baylee.
Saturday, March 11, 2017
March 1, 2017
Today was quite an adventure...we (the neighborhood, mostly the Paas' and I) have been asking the city since January to fix the leak in our street since January. Today, they finally started working on it! YAY! Unfortunately, while digging for the leak, they managed to break the gas line...woohoo! So, it took forever...firetrucks, ambulance, police and gas company. Took all day. But the water line got fixed.
I also went in to the back and became a signer on a citizen initiative to make the city look closer at the budget and finance the roads first. But I was so stressed, I didn't sign my name...just filled everything out. But the notary, notarized it...not sure what that means.
But no one blew up, and we all survived...so it was a good day.
Blessing: No one blew up. That always makes for a good day in my book! Lesson: Don't wait for the firemen to ask you to leave. Sometimes you just need to go.
I also went in to the back and became a signer on a citizen initiative to make the city look closer at the budget and finance the roads first. But I was so stressed, I didn't sign my name...just filled everything out. But the notary, notarized it...not sure what that means.
But no one blew up, and we all survived...so it was a good day.
Blessing: No one blew up. That always makes for a good day in my book! Lesson: Don't wait for the firemen to ask you to leave. Sometimes you just need to go.
February 28, 2017
Whoa. Tonight I went to city council meeting and listened to the presentation about the roads. More fees with the city doing very little with the tax dollars to match what they want the citizens to pay. It's very sad to see such a disconnect.
I approached Councilwoman Anderson after to tell her I would like to talk to her after and offered to help go through numbers and find savings for roads. Nope. I offered to help do negotiations on benefits and find a TPA (Third Party Administrator), to find fresh eyes. Nope, she said it was all someones job and she didn't want to step on anyone's toes. It's frustrating that citizens want to help, but the wall is still there. Then we discussed how she went to the local paper about changing their format or they would lose sponsorship money. I told her I was one of the people that sent an email and I found it wrong that she intervened because the sponsor money was not her money. Our city is out of control. I also told her I knew all about it because I was friends with the person whose job she wanted eliminated at the paper.
I then went to a late dinner with my friends in the political arena...who are really just my friends. I love being involved, but I am constantly amazed at how just a little bit of power can destroy one's integrity.
Blessing: Community involvement. Prayer and guidance to keep my own integrity in tact. Lesson: To approach all things with the Lords involvements so I don't lose myself in the process.
I approached Councilwoman Anderson after to tell her I would like to talk to her after and offered to help go through numbers and find savings for roads. Nope. I offered to help do negotiations on benefits and find a TPA (Third Party Administrator), to find fresh eyes. Nope, she said it was all someones job and she didn't want to step on anyone's toes. It's frustrating that citizens want to help, but the wall is still there. Then we discussed how she went to the local paper about changing their format or they would lose sponsorship money. I told her I was one of the people that sent an email and I found it wrong that she intervened because the sponsor money was not her money. Our city is out of control. I also told her I knew all about it because I was friends with the person whose job she wanted eliminated at the paper.
I then went to a late dinner with my friends in the political arena...who are really just my friends. I love being involved, but I am constantly amazed at how just a little bit of power can destroy one's integrity.
Blessing: Community involvement. Prayer and guidance to keep my own integrity in tact. Lesson: To approach all things with the Lords involvements so I don't lose myself in the process.
February 27, 2017
I had a doctor appointment this morning. I knew it wouldn't be great. I guess it was more of a mixed bag...but at least I have a doctor that is completely honest with me. I have to start taking care of myself. I can't keep up with the demands of chronically ill kids if I'm not well. It's pretty simple. At least I started about 6 weeks ago...now I just have to keep it up. Too bad my body is rebelling.
Blessing: The numbers don't lie and it was a wake up call that I desperately needed. Lesson: I matter too.
Blessing: The numbers don't lie and it was a wake up call that I desperately needed. Lesson: I matter too.
February 26, 2017
I don't know if I should be grateful for this or not, but I do appreciate my children being able to speak their minds. Although it does tend to get them in trouble more often than not. This morning Noah woke up and one of the very first things he said was, "I just can't handle you being you this morning. I just can't." I'm sure most people would be offended. We just laughed our head off.
Blessing: Humor. Honest children. Lesson: Taking life in stride...sometimes those strides are really, really big.
Blessing: Humor. Honest children. Lesson: Taking life in stride...sometimes those strides are really, really big.
February 25, 2017
I have been very blessed with a husband that is my best friend. I love that we can be dorks together and watch stupid movies together. When its been a really tough week and we need to decompress, it wasn't even a questions that we would find the stupidest movie we possibly could and watch it, and make fun of it and just laugh.
Blessing: I married my best friend. Lesson: Let myself relax more often.
Blessing: I married my best friend. Lesson: Let myself relax more often.
February 24, 2017
I'm so very grateful for my daughters friends. They are good people. They are kind and considerate, and they watch out for my girls. I couldn't ask for more.
Blessing: See above. Lesson: Heavenly Father knows what we need and sends it before we know we need it.
Blessing: See above. Lesson: Heavenly Father knows what we need and sends it before we know we need it.
February 23, 2017
I have to take my humor where I can get it right now. I had a bacon bit stuck to my arm and Felix thought I was bleeding. I thought it was the funniest thing ever. He did not. I don't know why??? I was able to spend some time out with Savannah talking about what she wants to do...and she is having a really hard time figuring out the direction she wants to go with schooling and her future. She has really strong personal interests and does she want to weave them into her education and perhaps career? She has to decide...I can only counsel...and I don't know if I am very good at that.
Blessing: I'm funny. I am. Time with my kids. Lesson: Making sure prayer is always, always, always part of my counsel. No one can or will give better advice than the Lord.
Blessing: I'm funny. I am. Time with my kids. Lesson: Making sure prayer is always, always, always part of my counsel. No one can or will give better advice than the Lord.
February 22, 2017
So we just completed Day 3 of Baylee's new diet plan. It's not a diet for losing weight, but a diet to try and heal her stomach.
For me this is sheer insanity. Baylee cannot have wheat, soy or dairy. Noah and Savannah are anaphylactic to nuts (which Baylee is supposed to eat for protein). Baylee doesn't like meat. Noah and Savannah are intolerant to Beef and Pork. Noah is allergic to almost all grains and tomatoes.
And I am allergic to pineapple.
This is quite possibly the weirdest thing I have ever had to coordinate, ever.
Blessing: We can afford to manage and purchase specialty food items. Lesson: TO WRITE THINGS DOWN!
For me this is sheer insanity. Baylee cannot have wheat, soy or dairy. Noah and Savannah are anaphylactic to nuts (which Baylee is supposed to eat for protein). Baylee doesn't like meat. Noah and Savannah are intolerant to Beef and Pork. Noah is allergic to almost all grains and tomatoes.
And I am allergic to pineapple.
This is quite possibly the weirdest thing I have ever had to coordinate, ever.
Blessing: We can afford to manage and purchase specialty food items. Lesson: TO WRITE THINGS DOWN!
February 21, 2017
Today was an adventure getting both Savannah and Baylee to the same doctor. The wind was blowing and you would have thought the sky was falling. Good heavens...those two! Thank goodness they are funny! They each have treatment plans for their skin now, and I was able to combine their next appointments with Noah, so lucky me I will be taking ALL three of them to the doctor at the same time. LONG LIVE ADVENTURE!
Blessing: Coordinating doctor appointments so I only have to make one trip. Lesson: Plan more time when I take these two anywhere. Always plan more time.
Blessing: Coordinating doctor appointments so I only have to make one trip. Lesson: Plan more time when I take these two anywhere. Always plan more time.
February 20, 2017
Today I posted a video about anxiety and depression. People see the happy me. I don't let them see the stressed out, anxiety ridden, over burdened, living in fear all the time me. But it exists. The reality is, I am both. I am happy. I am depressed. I have anxiety. And I spend every day balancing the two sides of the coin. I have been blessed with doctors who help me manage with medication. I have been blessed in the past with therapists (the kids therapists) who helped me manage the chaos of our lives. I have been blessed with a Heavenly Father that has given me spiritual gifts to work through these struggles and allows me to see the joy in the world...especially on the really hard days.
Blessing(s): I don't suffer alone. I AM HAPPY. The atonement is real. I can apply it daily. I can ask for and receive help. Lesson: Do a better job speaking up and out so others don't have to suffer in silence.
Blessing(s): I don't suffer alone. I AM HAPPY. The atonement is real. I can apply it daily. I can ask for and receive help. Lesson: Do a better job speaking up and out so others don't have to suffer in silence.
February 19, 2017
A friend sent me this picture today, and said it was so me. She was right. I've kind of moved out of my Disney phase because the kids are older...but it doesn't mean I love it any less. And I even know where I would put it! How Blessed I am to have people in my life that see things and think of me. How blessed I am to be seen.
Blessing(s): Friends who love me. Friends who know me. Friends who see me. Lesson: Learning to do that more in return.
Sunday, February 19, 2017
February 18, 2017
He's 17!
Noah turned 17 today. My sweet little baby is growing up. He's had a rough few years and he's really starting to come into his own and figure out this thing called life. I'm so proud of the man he is becoming and the choices he is making. Even though he is still figuring things out, he is using wisdom and counseling with He who gives the best advice.
I'm amazed that I was entrusted with this special spirit, and I'm grateful every day that I was blessed to be his mom.
Blessing: My sweet boy. Lesson: He has much to teach me, if I'm willing to learn.
Noah turned 17 today. My sweet little baby is growing up. He's had a rough few years and he's really starting to come into his own and figure out this thing called life. I'm so proud of the man he is becoming and the choices he is making. Even though he is still figuring things out, he is using wisdom and counseling with He who gives the best advice.
I'm amazed that I was entrusted with this special spirit, and I'm grateful every day that I was blessed to be his mom.
Blessing: My sweet boy. Lesson: He has much to teach me, if I'm willing to learn.
February 17, 2017
It's really a torture device!
So I tried out my new ankle brace today. I've been trying to exercise more...and it's killing my (defective) ankle. That brace is ridiculous. It takes forever to put on....but it's higher, has gel in it so it molds to my foot and it made walking on the treadmill easier. But once I took it off...YOWZA! But I think it will help in the long run. I have to start taking care of myself, and I'm grateful I have some tools at my disposal to make that possible. I just have to not be a wimp and stay dedicated.
Blessing: I have what I need to get and be healthy (I just have to not get in my way). Lesson: I'm getting old.
So I tried out my new ankle brace today. I've been trying to exercise more...and it's killing my (defective) ankle. That brace is ridiculous. It takes forever to put on....but it's higher, has gel in it so it molds to my foot and it made walking on the treadmill easier. But once I took it off...YOWZA! But I think it will help in the long run. I have to start taking care of myself, and I'm grateful I have some tools at my disposal to make that possible. I just have to not be a wimp and stay dedicated.
Blessing: I have what I need to get and be healthy (I just have to not get in my way). Lesson: I'm getting old.
February 16, 2017
No Way!
I actually had time to do some cleaning today! That never happens. My house is never clean. Like NEVER! We are the clutter capital of the United States...actually I don't know if we are or not...it just feels that way.
But it felt good to get things cleaned up some.
Blessing: Having some extra time. Lesson: Making the most of the time we have.
I actually had time to do some cleaning today! That never happens. My house is never clean. Like NEVER! We are the clutter capital of the United States...actually I don't know if we are or not...it just feels that way.
But it felt good to get things cleaned up some.
Blessing: Having some extra time. Lesson: Making the most of the time we have.
February 15, 2017
Another One Bites the Dust
One our way to Salt Lake...again, and I got a massive rock chip. I swear it was an asteroid and not a rock. Sigh....I just replaced the windshield last summer. But considering how much time I spend driving to and from Salt Lake for doctors, I guess it isn't particularly surprising. Still a bummer. But I'm grateful I can afford to get it fixed.
Blessing: That we have enough and then some. Lesson: Drive less? Not feasible. Evasive maneuvers? I'd get pulled over for drunk driving. The best lesson is to roll with the punches. Life happens and you can make the best of any situation. We have safe transportation to get to and from doctors and where ever else we need to be. And I'm extremely grateful for that.
One our way to Salt Lake...again, and I got a massive rock chip. I swear it was an asteroid and not a rock. Sigh....I just replaced the windshield last summer. But considering how much time I spend driving to and from Salt Lake for doctors, I guess it isn't particularly surprising. Still a bummer. But I'm grateful I can afford to get it fixed.
Blessing: That we have enough and then some. Lesson: Drive less? Not feasible. Evasive maneuvers? I'd get pulled over for drunk driving. The best lesson is to roll with the punches. Life happens and you can make the best of any situation. We have safe transportation to get to and from doctors and where ever else we need to be. And I'm extremely grateful for that.
February 14, 2017
Happy Reunification Day!
Valentines Day changed meaning 6 years ago when Grandma passed away. It's the day she and grandpa got to be reunited. That is just sort of etched in my heart and mind now. And I spend the day thinking of them.
I have Felix every day. He's my best friend I don't need one day of the year to remember him, I get every day of the year to do it.
Blessing: Families can be together forever. Lesson: Families can be together forever.
Valentines Day changed meaning 6 years ago when Grandma passed away. It's the day she and grandpa got to be reunited. That is just sort of etched in my heart and mind now. And I spend the day thinking of them.
I have Felix every day. He's my best friend I don't need one day of the year to remember him, I get every day of the year to do it.
Blessing: Families can be together forever. Lesson: Families can be together forever.
February 13, 2017
And We're Off
Today was the first of 3 appointments in Salt Lake this week. I always get nervous at Baylee's eye appointments because you can't see Uveitis and Iritis until the damage is done.
But this was a good checkup. Her eyes are clear and everything looks good. I always breathe a sigh of relief when these appointments are over.
Blessing: One less thing to worry about right now. Lesson: Have more faith.
Today was the first of 3 appointments in Salt Lake this week. I always get nervous at Baylee's eye appointments because you can't see Uveitis and Iritis until the damage is done.
But this was a good checkup. Her eyes are clear and everything looks good. I always breathe a sigh of relief when these appointments are over.
Blessing: One less thing to worry about right now. Lesson: Have more faith.
February 12, 2017
Just another Sunday
Which means peace. My batteries get recharged and I get to breathe and take a nap. Things I love to do.
Blessing: A day to get it all together. And I get it once a week. Lesson: I need to more fully take advantage of the Sabbath.
Which means peace. My batteries get recharged and I get to breathe and take a nap. Things I love to do.
Blessing: A day to get it all together. And I get it once a week. Lesson: I need to more fully take advantage of the Sabbath.
February 11, 2017
I'm Funny
My kids love to tell me I'm not funny. I love proving I am.
My kids love to tell me I'm not funny. I love proving I am.
Caleb: Do you know the best way to eat a candy bar?
Me: With your mouth.
See! I'm funny!
They also like getting even!
Caleb: You can't just say whatever you want!
Me: I'm the mom! I can totally say whatever I want!
Caleb: No you can't! Because there are a lot of things that will get you arrested.
This is why I never win.
Blessing: We all have a sense of humor. Lesson: Enjoying the little things is what helps us survive.
February 10, 2017
Another Day, Another Doctor
Yay! Noah has been 100% cleared with his shoulder. It's official. We just didn't tell the doctor that he has already been doing everything for at least a month anyway.
Blessing: He healed up...really well. Lesson: Noah isn't going to jump boulders at Moab any more.
Yay! Noah has been 100% cleared with his shoulder. It's official. We just didn't tell the doctor that he has already been doing everything for at least a month anyway.
Blessing: He healed up...really well. Lesson: Noah isn't going to jump boulders at Moab any more.
February 9, 2017
A Very Long Day
I went up to Salt Lake today to watch a friends hearing at the Records Committee. Unfortunately there were some incredibly long hearings before hers and she was last, and I had to leave just as hers was starting.
On the bright side, I was able to spend some time with another friend and her baby...so that was great. There is always a bright side!
And another bright side....nobody died at home from me being gone.
Blessing: I was able to be able to support a friend. The kids can do hard things. Lesson: I need to take a step away more often and stop worrying.
I went up to Salt Lake today to watch a friends hearing at the Records Committee. Unfortunately there were some incredibly long hearings before hers and she was last, and I had to leave just as hers was starting.
On the bright side, I was able to spend some time with another friend and her baby...so that was great. There is always a bright side!
And another bright side....nobody died at home from me being gone.
Blessing: I was able to be able to support a friend. The kids can do hard things. Lesson: I need to take a step away more often and stop worrying.
February 8, 2017
Another Hospital Day is in the Books
We do this so often. But I am so grateful we have this available to us. Baylee's body has been fighting for so long. I am really hoping that she starts to feel relief soon. I pray often not for her body to be healed, but for her to have relief and peace...and I know that Heavenly Father has a plan for her.
Blessing: We have so many opportunities available through modern medicine. Lesson: I need to patient. My timing is not Heavenly Fathers.
We do this so often. But I am so grateful we have this available to us. Baylee's body has been fighting for so long. I am really hoping that she starts to feel relief soon. I pray often not for her body to be healed, but for her to have relief and peace...and I know that Heavenly Father has a plan for her.
Blessing: We have so many opportunities available through modern medicine. Lesson: I need to patient. My timing is not Heavenly Fathers.
February 7, 2017
Singing a Song
So tonight was the talent show for the youth. I went to city council meeting, but Felix sent videos. Noah played guitar and rocked it as usual. He is so incredible talented when it comes to musical instruments. I've never seen someone pick up an instruments and just say, I think I'll learn to play this today...and then he does.
Baylee played a song that her friend taught her to play and sang. She sings so beautifully. She has soul in her voice. It's awesome.
I'm so proud of my kids. Noah hates performing, but will on occasion, and Baylee likes it, but under certain circumstances.
Blessing: I love that my kids have outlets for their stress and their struggles. Lesson: They are developing wings... I need to help them fly.
So tonight was the talent show for the youth. I went to city council meeting, but Felix sent videos. Noah played guitar and rocked it as usual. He is so incredible talented when it comes to musical instruments. I've never seen someone pick up an instruments and just say, I think I'll learn to play this today...and then he does.
Baylee played a song that her friend taught her to play and sang. She sings so beautifully. She has soul in her voice. It's awesome.
I'm so proud of my kids. Noah hates performing, but will on occasion, and Baylee likes it, but under certain circumstances.
Blessing: I love that my kids have outlets for their stress and their struggles. Lesson: They are developing wings... I need to help them fly.
February 6, 2017
Music Soothes the Soul
Although, I don't know how true that is when it's Queen.
We were in the car and the kids were singing at the top of their lungs. So I captured it on film...then Caleb noticed and he has a thing about being video'd. And that made it funnier because every once in a while he would pop up and say "You will burn!" Now that's funny.
Blessing: I love it when my kids get along. It's happening more and more. "They" said it would happen. There were years I didn't believe it was possible...but it's true! It's really, really true! Lesson: Believe the best in people...even your kids.
Although, I don't know how true that is when it's Queen.
We were in the car and the kids were singing at the top of their lungs. So I captured it on film...then Caleb noticed and he has a thing about being video'd. And that made it funnier because every once in a while he would pop up and say "You will burn!" Now that's funny.
Blessing: I love it when my kids get along. It's happening more and more. "They" said it would happen. There were years I didn't believe it was possible...but it's true! It's really, really true! Lesson: Believe the best in people...even your kids.
February 5, 2017
Sunday, Blessed Sunday
Sundays are good. I love Sundays. I look back on my life, at the times I wasn't as active as I should have been and I wonder why. Why I didn't see or understand the blessing of the gospel? Why I didn't see the hand of God so fully in my life? Why I didn't understand the Saviors role so fully? And why I didn't see how much He loved me....and just me? Am I worthy of it all. Probably not. But that wouldn't have changed what the Savior did.
And I love my Sunday School class. I love sharing with them...helping them explore and figure out what the Gospel is to them. Helping them to figure out, for themselves how much they are loved.
Blessing: Having a calling that I love. Lesson: That I need to work harder to create a fuller lesson for my class so they will feel the Spirit more fully.
Sundays are good. I love Sundays. I look back on my life, at the times I wasn't as active as I should have been and I wonder why. Why I didn't see or understand the blessing of the gospel? Why I didn't see the hand of God so fully in my life? Why I didn't understand the Saviors role so fully? And why I didn't see how much He loved me....and just me? Am I worthy of it all. Probably not. But that wouldn't have changed what the Savior did.
And I love my Sunday School class. I love sharing with them...helping them explore and figure out what the Gospel is to them. Helping them to figure out, for themselves how much they are loved.
Blessing: Having a calling that I love. Lesson: That I need to work harder to create a fuller lesson for my class so they will feel the Spirit more fully.
February 4, 2017
Confessions of Youth
Apparently Caleb's honesty from yesterday was contagious. We were all sitting around the table talking and we starting discussing things that the kids had done when they were little.
Here's just a sample:
-Fake collections from neighbors for "ill grandmother"
-spray painting under the trampoline (in preparation for spray painting the cats)
-praying mantis death matches
-Roly Poly death camps
-Running away and sneaking back in the house while we were looking for said child
Caleb seemed pretty mild after that. Poor Noah missed out because he was at work...but I don't know if I could take what he could have added to the conversation.
I love my kids and their sense of adventure...and that they had a childhood!
Blessing: They were kids, they had fun... Lesson: Was I really that oblivious?
Apparently Caleb's honesty from yesterday was contagious. We were all sitting around the table talking and we starting discussing things that the kids had done when they were little.
Here's just a sample:
-Fake collections from neighbors for "ill grandmother"
-spray painting under the trampoline (in preparation for spray painting the cats)
-praying mantis death matches
-Roly Poly death camps
-Running away and sneaking back in the house while we were looking for said child
Caleb seemed pretty mild after that. Poor Noah missed out because he was at work...but I don't know if I could take what he could have added to the conversation.
I love my kids and their sense of adventure...and that they had a childhood!
Blessing: They were kids, they had fun... Lesson: Was I really that oblivious?
February 3, 2017
A Little Too Honest
So Caleb is quite the pre teen. He wants something, but we won't just GIVE it to him. We have been making an effort to have the kids WORK for things. We have spoiled them horribly. The circumstances of our lives and the amount of time we spend at doctors and in hospitals turned us more toward emotional health and we got lazy. We started correcting that, but not without some backlash. So this little gem happened this morning.
So Caleb is quite the pre teen. He wants something, but we won't just GIVE it to him. We have been making an effort to have the kids WORK for things. We have spoiled them horribly. The circumstances of our lives and the amount of time we spend at doctors and in hospitals turned us more toward emotional health and we got lazy. We started correcting that, but not without some backlash. So this little gem happened this morning.
Morning Conversation (after a conversation gone awry about why headphones have to be earned not just "gifted"):
On the drive to school....
Felix: [Puts on original Petes Dragon Soundtrack]
Me: I'm so done with you and it's 8:15 in the morning.
Caleb: This is not helping my fiery, burning rage against you.
Silence until we get to school.
Me: I love you have a good day at school.
Caleb: I love you too. (Turning to male parental unit) [Growls]
There is some definite humor in him taking it out on Felix. I kept telling him I had to talk to his dad. I'm the one that said he had to earn them...but somehow it was Felix's fault. And somehow, I came out the favorite. At least I can say, that Caleb is incredibly honest about how he is feeling.
Blessing: Our kids are all very honest. They don't hold back. Lesson: Maybe we should teach them some tact.
February 2, 2017
And the Groundhog Says.....
Okay...Groundhog Day always cracks me up. 6 more weeks of winter? Winter is ending early? But this year...there were memes a plenty...and almost every single one was making fun of people who weren't happy about the election. Puxatawny Phil said 6 more weeks of winter and all over social media all you could see was #notmygroundhog. It was a pretty funny day. And I have to admit...I have some pretty funny friends.
So today, I am grateful for humor and laughter. Two things that I do not know how to survive without.
Blessing: We are here to experience joy...it is called the Plan of Happiness after all. Lesson: I need to do a better job of looking for the joy....I've gotten a little lazy.
Okay...Groundhog Day always cracks me up. 6 more weeks of winter? Winter is ending early? But this year...there were memes a plenty...and almost every single one was making fun of people who weren't happy about the election. Puxatawny Phil said 6 more weeks of winter and all over social media all you could see was #notmygroundhog. It was a pretty funny day. And I have to admit...I have some pretty funny friends.
So today, I am grateful for humor and laughter. Two things that I do not know how to survive without.
Blessing: We are here to experience joy...it is called the Plan of Happiness after all. Lesson: I need to do a better job of looking for the joy....I've gotten a little lazy.
Thursday, February 2, 2017
February 1, 2017
Land of the Free
I went to a Constitutional Conservative luncheon today. It was pretty awesome. I've gotten more and more involved into politics, much to the dismay of some of my children. But after the luncheon today, I realize I need to spend more time studying the constitution the effect that any type of change could have on the nation as a whole.
It is nice to socialize with like minded individuals.
Blessing: Meeting people who care so deeply about the city/state/nation. Lesson: I have work to do.
I went to a Constitutional Conservative luncheon today. It was pretty awesome. I've gotten more and more involved into politics, much to the dismay of some of my children. But after the luncheon today, I realize I need to spend more time studying the constitution the effect that any type of change could have on the nation as a whole.
It is nice to socialize with like minded individuals.
Blessing: Meeting people who care so deeply about the city/state/nation. Lesson: I have work to do.
January 31, 2017
About Last Night
I've been thinking about last night all day. Keara's roommate has been depressed and very close to suicide. They called the police and they wouldn't do anything. It's hard to do anything when the person is an adult and is very calm and rational. So Keara asked us to come over and talk to her. Baylee came and shared her experiences with suicide and depression, I shared mine and Savannah shared hers. We talked to her about her options, that it wasn't black and white, live or die. That she could get help through hospitalization or medication. What is sad, is I don't know how open to it she is.
There are several things that I am grateful for though: That Keara can ask for help. That my girls are willing to share their experiences to help someone else. That Heavenly Father helped me to speak openly, honestly and without judgement. That we were able to share options.
Blessing: Letting someone know they didn't have to fight their batter alone. Lesson: Never ignore the signs/comments/willingness that someone is willing to take their own life.
January 30, 2017
Zen Master
I've gotten back into yoga. It's really hard to have time to do because I don't like being disturbed when I do it...and since I never know when the kids are all going to be at school, it makes it really, really hard. But today they were all there. ALL of them. But then there are 3 curious cats and a needy poodle. Will I ever win the yoga battle? Probably not. But I did it anyway!
Blessing: Having time to do something for me. Lesson: I need to make sure to make time for me EVERY DAY.
I've gotten back into yoga. It's really hard to have time to do because I don't like being disturbed when I do it...and since I never know when the kids are all going to be at school, it makes it really, really hard. But today they were all there. ALL of them. But then there are 3 curious cats and a needy poodle. Will I ever win the yoga battle? Probably not. But I did it anyway!
Blessing: Having time to do something for me. Lesson: I need to make sure to make time for me EVERY DAY.
January 29, 2017
Stake Conference
I was gonna skip it. Yes, I'm a terrible human. Thankfully my husband got me to go. And I am so glad. I needed to be there. I needed the messages of hope and possibility. How grateful I am for messengers of God, for direction, for peace.
Blessing: My husband. Stake Conference. Lesson: I need to do better and listening and ACTING on the promptings of the Spirit.
I was gonna skip it. Yes, I'm a terrible human. Thankfully my husband got me to go. And I am so glad. I needed to be there. I needed the messages of hope and possibility. How grateful I am for messengers of God, for direction, for peace.
Blessing: My husband. Stake Conference. Lesson: I need to do better and listening and ACTING on the promptings of the Spirit.
January 28, 2017
Good Bye Friend
Today was the funeral of Stephen J Stirling. He was a youth leader when I was young, and Bishopric member and just all around wonderful person that I was privileged to know when I was growing up. When I found out he passed away on Tuesday, I sat in the car and cried. Several of us that had grown up together, shared memories and tried to tag everyone we knew that had grown up together that knew him. The tributes to him were astounding, and the world was just a better place for having had him in it.
Blessing: Having had this example in my life. Lesson: Be more like the good examples in my life.
Today was the funeral of Stephen J Stirling. He was a youth leader when I was young, and Bishopric member and just all around wonderful person that I was privileged to know when I was growing up. When I found out he passed away on Tuesday, I sat in the car and cried. Several of us that had grown up together, shared memories and tried to tag everyone we knew that had grown up together that knew him. The tributes to him were astounding, and the world was just a better place for having had him in it.
Blessing: Having had this example in my life. Lesson: Be more like the good examples in my life.
January 27, 2017
It's Back
We saw Baylee's Rheumatologist today. We got confirmation that her arthritis was in full swing. It wasn't a big surprise. But you still hate to hear it. Fortunately, they had already made adjustments to her intravenous medication, but are hesitant to do anything addition so they don't interfere with diagnosis and/or treatment of her stomach. I hadn't even thought of that. I guess that is why they get the big bucks. they have already spoken to all of her other doctors as well. Which means, when we see them in a few weeks, everyone is already on the same page...that saves us tons of time.
Blessing: Again...amazing doctors we have been blessed to have in our lives. Lesson: I need to have a little more faith that these doctors have done their due diligence instead of thinking I have to do it all myself.
We saw Baylee's Rheumatologist today. We got confirmation that her arthritis was in full swing. It wasn't a big surprise. But you still hate to hear it. Fortunately, they had already made adjustments to her intravenous medication, but are hesitant to do anything addition so they don't interfere with diagnosis and/or treatment of her stomach. I hadn't even thought of that. I guess that is why they get the big bucks. they have already spoken to all of her other doctors as well. Which means, when we see them in a few weeks, everyone is already on the same page...that saves us tons of time.
Blessing: Again...amazing doctors we have been blessed to have in our lives. Lesson: I need to have a little more faith that these doctors have done their due diligence instead of thinking I have to do it all myself.
January 26, 2017
Just Breathe
Savannah had her PFT's today. Hopefully this will give us some direction on whether or not her anaphylactic reaction in December was asthmatic or tryptasemic. Trying to figure out hypertryptasemia is hard. You just never know what to expect. Crazy stuff.
Also had JHCS Board Meeting tonight. I have loved being on the board. Being surrounded by smart, compassionate, driven people is incredibly inspiring. I love having a hand in my childrens education and knowing what I do makes a difference in the lives of the students.
Blessing: Getting answers for Savannah. Making decisions that will help the school last. Lesson: I need to not sell myself short. I am smart, compassionate and driven too.
Savannah had her PFT's today. Hopefully this will give us some direction on whether or not her anaphylactic reaction in December was asthmatic or tryptasemic. Trying to figure out hypertryptasemia is hard. You just never know what to expect. Crazy stuff.
Also had JHCS Board Meeting tonight. I have loved being on the board. Being surrounded by smart, compassionate, driven people is incredibly inspiring. I love having a hand in my childrens education and knowing what I do makes a difference in the lives of the students.
Blessing: Getting answers for Savannah. Making decisions that will help the school last. Lesson: I need to not sell myself short. I am smart, compassionate and driven too.
January 25, 2017
Tickling the Ivory's
Piano's were tuned today! YAY! Love it when they are all perfectly tuned! And how grateful to have come across someone like Brigham Larson with so much talent and kindness. It is always such a pleasure to be able to sit and chat for a while.
Also had smelly dog groomed. That is just a giant blessing right there.
Blessings: Knowing talented people and a clean, non-smelly dog. Lesson: Don't wait so long to get dog groomed.
Piano's were tuned today! YAY! Love it when they are all perfectly tuned! And how grateful to have come across someone like Brigham Larson with so much talent and kindness. It is always such a pleasure to be able to sit and chat for a while.
Also had smelly dog groomed. That is just a giant blessing right there.
Blessings: Knowing talented people and a clean, non-smelly dog. Lesson: Don't wait so long to get dog groomed.
January 24, 2017
I Can SEE!
Today was LensCrafter day. I'm torn....LensCrafters is the most expensive vision care center there is, but it is who our vision insurance covers. I really don't know if we save money or not. What I do know...is that 4 people need glasses/contacts and it's expensive! And wow...thanks to two with astigmatism...can you just say meteoric rise in costs! But you know what, how blessed we are that we can afford it. How blessed we are that we live in a first world country that we have access to this. How blessed we are that we have insurance. How blessed we are that are needs and many wants are met. How blessed we are.
Blessing: The kids can see again! Lesson: Always plan more time than they say you will need.
Today was LensCrafter day. I'm torn....LensCrafters is the most expensive vision care center there is, but it is who our vision insurance covers. I really don't know if we save money or not. What I do know...is that 4 people need glasses/contacts and it's expensive! And wow...thanks to two with astigmatism...can you just say meteoric rise in costs! But you know what, how blessed we are that we can afford it. How blessed we are that we live in a first world country that we have access to this. How blessed we are that we have insurance. How blessed we are that are needs and many wants are met. How blessed we are.
Blessing: The kids can see again! Lesson: Always plan more time than they say you will need.
January 23, 2017
Hmmmm.
Soooooo, apparently the nation has lost it's mind. There was a "women's" march on Saturday (the day after the inauguration. But the wouldn't let pro-choice women march. And Social Media has blown up with everyone fighting about everything...Liberals/conservatives. It's really crazy that the nations is literally divided in two. And it's really sad (that from my perspective), everyone who didn't get their way is throwing a ginormous fit. But you know what...we live in a nation that makes it possible. And that is pretty cool.
Blessing: Freedom. Lesson: I need to stand for what is right...with kindness and compassion....but STAND.
Soooooo, apparently the nation has lost it's mind. There was a "women's" march on Saturday (the day after the inauguration. But the wouldn't let pro-choice women march. And Social Media has blown up with everyone fighting about everything...Liberals/conservatives. It's really crazy that the nations is literally divided in two. And it's really sad (that from my perspective), everyone who didn't get their way is throwing a ginormous fit. But you know what...we live in a nation that makes it possible. And that is pretty cool.
Blessing: Freedom. Lesson: I need to stand for what is right...with kindness and compassion....but STAND.
January 22, 2017
Sunday, Happy Sunday
I love Sunday. I love my battery recharge. It wasn't my week to teach..and Kellie is such a great teacher! But I love this age group! They are so much fun. I just needed to be at church today. Needed the quiet and the respite. I'm grateful I have that place to go.
Blessing: The Gospel. Lesson: I Need Thee Every Hour.
I love Sunday. I love my battery recharge. It wasn't my week to teach..and Kellie is such a great teacher! But I love this age group! They are so much fun. I just needed to be at church today. Needed the quiet and the respite. I'm grateful I have that place to go.
Blessing: The Gospel. Lesson: I Need Thee Every Hour.
January 21, 2017
Here We Go Again!
Since Baylee had her procedure yesterday, we kept it mostly quiet. Felix and I ran a ton of errands...but the kids were mostly quiet. We tried watching a movie, but Baylee started throwing up again. Sigh. Her poor stomach. She's back on a liquid diet. I'm grateful we have insurance, and that we have gone through this before, so we don't have to freak out.
Blessing: She is calm. Lesson: I can do hard things...so can she.
Since Baylee had her procedure yesterday, we kept it mostly quiet. Felix and I ran a ton of errands...but the kids were mostly quiet. We tried watching a movie, but Baylee started throwing up again. Sigh. Her poor stomach. She's back on a liquid diet. I'm grateful we have insurance, and that we have gone through this before, so we don't have to freak out.
Blessing: She is calm. Lesson: I can do hard things...so can she.
January 20, 2017
Procedure Time
Time for Baylees next round of Botox. Her migraines have been really bad. I'm guessing mostly because of everything else going on with her body. But the coolest thing ever...it's not a doctor appointment, but I was able to have a sit down with Dr. Lloyd and tell him what Dr. Giles said about the Lyrica and Topamax and he was in full agreement that we needed to get her off something, just in case and took her right off the Topamax. He was all in for protecting her body. That was pretty amazing, that even though it was a procedure day he took the time to talk and listen and PROTECT her. And the anesthesiologist was just as great listening to her history and said he would take great care of her.
And while she was in her procedure, I listened to most of the inaugeration. And was sad to see the protests turned into damaging protests. Sigh.
Blessing: Great Doctors. An awesome nation (even though it is fractured right now), that can have a peaceful transfer of power. Lesson: Even though I'm not perfect, I can be peaceful when I don't agree (I did it for the last administration...I hope people can figure it out for this one.)
Time for Baylees next round of Botox. Her migraines have been really bad. I'm guessing mostly because of everything else going on with her body. But the coolest thing ever...it's not a doctor appointment, but I was able to have a sit down with Dr. Lloyd and tell him what Dr. Giles said about the Lyrica and Topamax and he was in full agreement that we needed to get her off something, just in case and took her right off the Topamax. He was all in for protecting her body. That was pretty amazing, that even though it was a procedure day he took the time to talk and listen and PROTECT her. And the anesthesiologist was just as great listening to her history and said he would take great care of her.
And while she was in her procedure, I listened to most of the inaugeration. And was sad to see the protests turned into damaging protests. Sigh.
Blessing: Great Doctors. An awesome nation (even though it is fractured right now), that can have a peaceful transfer of power. Lesson: Even though I'm not perfect, I can be peaceful when I don't agree (I did it for the last administration...I hope people can figure it out for this one.)
January 19, 2017
What a Night!
Bunko Night! Only nobody came, and it was at Liz's house. I love Liz! So it was Me, Liz and Glynis. And honestly...best night ever. Laughter, tears and just happiness. I'm so grateful for friends who get me, who let me be me. Where I don't have to hold back or gloss over anything. I'm just so grateful for the many blessing and angels I have in my life. There are so many.
Blessings: The friendships that will stand the test of time and life. Lesson: Knowing that Heavenly Father sent people to me.
Bunko Night! Only nobody came, and it was at Liz's house. I love Liz! So it was Me, Liz and Glynis. And honestly...best night ever. Laughter, tears and just happiness. I'm so grateful for friends who get me, who let me be me. Where I don't have to hold back or gloss over anything. I'm just so grateful for the many blessing and angels I have in my life. There are so many.
Blessings: The friendships that will stand the test of time and life. Lesson: Knowing that Heavenly Father sent people to me.
January 18, 2017
A FREE DAY!
Do you know how rarely I have a day that I don't have to run around like a chicken with my head cut off! Woohoo! I love it! I don't even know what I did today....that's how big of advantage I took of it!
Blessing: These are my silver lining days! I love them! Lesson: There are blessings in the trials!
Do you know how rarely I have a day that I don't have to run around like a chicken with my head cut off! Woohoo! I love it! I don't even know what I did today....that's how big of advantage I took of it!
Blessing: These are my silver lining days! I love them! Lesson: There are blessings in the trials!
January 17, 2017
A Full Day
Days when we jump from doctor to doctor are kind of rough....but in the end, we end up getting answers...and that is a huge blessing. And I'm so, so, so grateful for the associations we have with our doctors and the great care my kiddos have!
Blessing: That my kids have people that care about their quality of life (even if I do have to pay them!). Lesson: I need to not complain so much about the time in the car!
Days when we jump from doctor to doctor are kind of rough....but in the end, we end up getting answers...and that is a huge blessing. And I'm so, so, so grateful for the associations we have with our doctors and the great care my kiddos have!
Blessing: That my kids have people that care about their quality of life (even if I do have to pay them!). Lesson: I need to not complain so much about the time in the car!
Tuesday, January 17, 2017
January 16, 2017
Today was a holiday. So basically, an extra Saturday...which is GREAT...but then it messes the entire rest of my week up! But we got a lot done. Shopping for Savannah and Felix. Getting Felix ready for his trip. Family Time.
Savannah came to spend the night so she could take Caleb to school for me tomorrow since Noah has treatment.
BLESSING: Savannah being willing to help. Having enough, and then some. LESSON: Family is what it is all about.
Savannah came to spend the night so she could take Caleb to school for me tomorrow since Noah has treatment.
BLESSING: Savannah being willing to help. Having enough, and then some. LESSON: Family is what it is all about.
January 15, 2017
Savannah stayed the night last night...tried to get her to come to our ward, but she was like, "Nah."
Baylee finally made it to Sunday School....not sure how she feels about me being her teacher...but if Noah could survive it (the few times he made it), then she can too.
Noah came to church again. He was set apart for his calling as the priesthood pianist. Felix said he did a great job.
We talked about optimism and gratitude in Relief Society. I went on one of my tangents in my brain....I was thinking about how I am an opportunist (hehehehe). But not just jokingly...I want to take the opportunity to see the good, to see the blessings, to see the joy. I want to take the opportunity to smell the roses, the buckets of blessings, the Hand of God in my life. That is the kind of opportunist I want to be.
Julie Thornton came by to deliver something for Caleb and we had a great chat. I love her. She is just one of those people that makes my heart smile.
BLESSING: Julie, Noah and Baylee going to church, all the blessings. LESSON: Choosing to see the good.
Baylee finally made it to Sunday School....not sure how she feels about me being her teacher...but if Noah could survive it (the few times he made it), then she can too.
Noah came to church again. He was set apart for his calling as the priesthood pianist. Felix said he did a great job.
We talked about optimism and gratitude in Relief Society. I went on one of my tangents in my brain....I was thinking about how I am an opportunist (hehehehe). But not just jokingly...I want to take the opportunity to see the good, to see the blessings, to see the joy. I want to take the opportunity to smell the roses, the buckets of blessings, the Hand of God in my life. That is the kind of opportunist I want to be.
Julie Thornton came by to deliver something for Caleb and we had a great chat. I love her. She is just one of those people that makes my heart smile.
BLESSING: Julie, Noah and Baylee going to church, all the blessings. LESSON: Choosing to see the good.
January 14, 2017
Saturday is supposed to be a preparation day, but instead I always feel like I am running around like a chicken with my head cut off. We got Noah's radio fixed, got some laundry done...I don't think my kitchen will ever be completely clean. But we got groceries, and just got stuff done. That's always nice.
BLESSING: Time and the necessities to accomplish things. LESSON: Heavenly Father provides. When we pray, we need to be ready to get up and go to work.
BLESSING: Time and the necessities to accomplish things. LESSON: Heavenly Father provides. When we pray, we need to be ready to get up and go to work.
January 13, 2017
NOAH WENT TO SCHOOL EVERY DAY THIS WEEK! Most people wouldn't have any idea how huge this is. But it is huge! Huger than huge! I don't think this has happened in a couple of years at least! He is really trying to do better and be better. It's really nice to see that he wants to make things go well.
BLESSING: This has come with help from Heavenly Father. I have no doubt. No doubt at all. LESSON: I can again say, prayers are answered.
BLESSING: This has come with help from Heavenly Father. I have no doubt. No doubt at all. LESSON: I can again say, prayers are answered.
January 12, 2017
I've mentioned before how much I hate immunosuppresants. Baylee isn't supposed to get hers when she is sick. We didn't know she was getting sick, but she woke up this morning with a horrible sinus infection, which means she was getting sick when she received it.
We also had Caleb's strings concern tonight. It was awesome! I love how amazing Miss Looney is and how far she has brought the strings program in just 2 short years! To be able to have the kindergartners learning...and the combined 6th, 7th and 8th grade orchestra sounding as good as it does is incredible! I love our school! It has been such a blessing to our family!
BLESSING: As much as I hate immunosuppresants, I am still grateful for the good it does with Baylee's arthritis (she said she could feel a difference in her joints today). And I'm grateful for John Hancock Charter School and all of the amazing people who love, teach and nurture the students. LESSON: There is beauty all around. Big and small, the blessings are poured out upon us every day.
We also had Caleb's strings concern tonight. It was awesome! I love how amazing Miss Looney is and how far she has brought the strings program in just 2 short years! To be able to have the kindergartners learning...and the combined 6th, 7th and 8th grade orchestra sounding as good as it does is incredible! I love our school! It has been such a blessing to our family!
BLESSING: As much as I hate immunosuppresants, I am still grateful for the good it does with Baylee's arthritis (she said she could feel a difference in her joints today). And I'm grateful for John Hancock Charter School and all of the amazing people who love, teach and nurture the students. LESSON: There is beauty all around. Big and small, the blessings are poured out upon us every day.
January 11, 2017
Today was Baylee's first time back receiving her Actemra for her arthritis. I hate immunosuppresants...but they are so necessary in her life. And two and a half months is a long time to go without it when your body is used to receiving it every 4 weeks.
BLESSING: We have the technology and medications to give children a quality of life they wouldn't have had just 20 years ago. LESSON: That there is good, even in things like immunosuppresants.
BLESSING: We have the technology and medications to give children a quality of life they wouldn't have had just 20 years ago. LESSON: That there is good, even in things like immunosuppresants.
January 10, 2017
So we had an appointment today for a security system evaluation...we gave very detailed information about our current system to make sure it was compatible and they could just take it over. The technician came over, asked one question and said, "It's not compatible." HAHAHAHA...so much for communication.
We also had a meeting with Baylee's school counselor to set up her schedule for second semester....I hate having to jump through hoops, but it has absolutely been a blessing for her to be able to do half of her school online. She just can't make it to school enough...she has been too sick. And fortunately, this option has made it possible for her to stay reasonably up to day (she's a little behind, but summer will allow her to catch up).
BLESSING: There are so many options for education. LESSON: We have had to look, ask, be patient, be prayerful and keep Heavenly Father involved...otherwise, none of this would be possible.
We also had a meeting with Baylee's school counselor to set up her schedule for second semester....I hate having to jump through hoops, but it has absolutely been a blessing for her to be able to do half of her school online. She just can't make it to school enough...she has been too sick. And fortunately, this option has made it possible for her to stay reasonably up to day (she's a little behind, but summer will allow her to catch up).
BLESSING: There are so many options for education. LESSON: We have had to look, ask, be patient, be prayerful and keep Heavenly Father involved...otherwise, none of this would be possible.
January 9, 2017
WHOA!
Everybody went to school! I know...don't die of shock. I nearly did. Even the college kid (but I don't think I'm supposed to count her because she is adulting and everything...but it was her first day of her new semester and I'm going to because I can!). It has been so long since that has even happened that I just don't even know what to think.
And to top of that juicy little bit of happiness...everyone came home happy! Miracles are amazing little gems aren't they? (Hint: Yes, they are!)
BLESSING: See above....One of these children was in the hospital last week....I see miracles....miracles everywhere! LESSON: Patience...some have it, some don't (that would be me). But I am learning!
Everybody went to school! I know...don't die of shock. I nearly did. Even the college kid (but I don't think I'm supposed to count her because she is adulting and everything...but it was her first day of her new semester and I'm going to because I can!). It has been so long since that has even happened that I just don't even know what to think.
And to top of that juicy little bit of happiness...everyone came home happy! Miracles are amazing little gems aren't they? (Hint: Yes, they are!)
BLESSING: See above....One of these children was in the hospital last week....I see miracles....miracles everywhere! LESSON: Patience...some have it, some don't (that would be me). But I am learning!
Monday, January 16, 2017
January 8, 2017
A Day of Rest
I love Sundays for quiet...at my house things are never REALLY quiet...but this was pretty close. And Noah came to church...AND he accepted a calling. It was truly a day of miracles. I loved it. So if it wasn't a perfectly quiet day, I'll take the miracles. That works. And I was able to renew my temple recommend...and knowing that I'm still worthy for that means everything.
BLESSING: It was day of miracles. The LESSON: Prayers are answered. Not necessarily on our timelines. But Heavenly Father and the Savior are aware of us and our needs. Every single one of them.
Sunday, January 8, 2017
January 7, 2017
We came home from the hospital and Baylee is keeping things down. Hopefully we will be able to manage that on our own.
My sweet husband had been doing laundry, dishes and cleaning so I could come home to a clean house...the boys were less helpful, but it was a Saturday morning and their favorite time to sleep in.
We were able to run most of our errands before the next storm hit and take a blissful nap.
BLESSON: With all of the weather we are apparently going to continue getting, I'm extremely grateful for 4 wheel drive and my suburban. I love my beastie. I'm grateful it keeps me and my family safe on the crazy roads. I'm REALLY grateful for the crazy weather. We have been in a drought for such a long time, we need the moisture. I hope it continues and we are able to break free of the drought cycle. Lesson: There is beauty all around (even in the middle of a snowstorm).
My sweet husband had been doing laundry, dishes and cleaning so I could come home to a clean house...the boys were less helpful, but it was a Saturday morning and their favorite time to sleep in.
We were able to run most of our errands before the next storm hit and take a blissful nap.
BLESSON: With all of the weather we are apparently going to continue getting, I'm extremely grateful for 4 wheel drive and my suburban. I love my beastie. I'm grateful it keeps me and my family safe on the crazy roads. I'm REALLY grateful for the crazy weather. We have been in a drought for such a long time, we need the moisture. I hope it continues and we are able to break free of the drought cycle. Lesson: There is beauty all around (even in the middle of a snowstorm).
January 6, 2017
Getting up at 5:45 am to go home from the hospital and get the boys up and ready for school was hard enough...walking outside into 3 degree weather, made me want to cry. I definitely didn't prepare for the weather when I threw my go bag in the car.
It was another day in the hospital...which as weird as it sounds, I'm grateful for. The doctors are taking no chances. Making sure that Baylee stays hydrated and keeps food down.
I love that each of the kids has checked in, asked how things are going and when we will be home. Caleb really just wants to tell me where he is on his video games, but he tries really hard to be polite about it.
BLESSON: So many blessings today. I'm grateful for modern medicine (always!). Cars with heaters! Each of my children being safe, especially driving in the cold, crazy weather. A husband that has the option to work at home and be such an awesome back up and help me by beings in all of the places I can't be. The Lesson is understanding that Heavenly Father has prepared a way for me. That I don't have to do it alone...I never have.
It was another day in the hospital...which as weird as it sounds, I'm grateful for. The doctors are taking no chances. Making sure that Baylee stays hydrated and keeps food down.
I love that each of the kids has checked in, asked how things are going and when we will be home. Caleb really just wants to tell me where he is on his video games, but he tries really hard to be polite about it.
BLESSON: So many blessings today. I'm grateful for modern medicine (always!). Cars with heaters! Each of my children being safe, especially driving in the cold, crazy weather. A husband that has the option to work at home and be such an awesome back up and help me by beings in all of the places I can't be. The Lesson is understanding that Heavenly Father has prepared a way for me. That I don't have to do it alone...I never have.
January 5, 2017
Baylee hasn't been able to keep solids or liquids down in 24 hours..again. We were able to get a morning appointment and decided to try new meds. Unfortunately, it took us a while to track down the meds. And the meds didn't stay down either. So back to the hospital we went.
The kids are really, really good about rolling with all of the hospitalizations we have had. They are handling things pretty well. I'm very grateful for that. It makes it easier when I can't be in 20 places at once.
Getting Baylee's IV was rather traumatic though, 8 attempts and it finally ended up in her neck. That's what happens when you are dehydrated...you're veins are non existent. She handled it fairly well. But it was extremely painful.
BLESSON: I'm grateful that my kids are adaptable. I'm grateful for IV fluids. I'm grateful for medications that can help her not throw up for a while. The lesson is leaning to listen to the prompting of Spirit to go and do what I am asked to do WHEN I am asked to, instead of waiting for the Spirit to yell at me. That happens a little more often than it should.
The kids are really, really good about rolling with all of the hospitalizations we have had. They are handling things pretty well. I'm very grateful for that. It makes it easier when I can't be in 20 places at once.
Getting Baylee's IV was rather traumatic though, 8 attempts and it finally ended up in her neck. That's what happens when you are dehydrated...you're veins are non existent. She handled it fairly well. But it was extremely painful.
BLESSON: I'm grateful that my kids are adaptable. I'm grateful for IV fluids. I'm grateful for medications that can help her not throw up for a while. The lesson is leaning to listen to the prompting of Spirit to go and do what I am asked to do WHEN I am asked to, instead of waiting for the Spirit to yell at me. That happens a little more often than it should.
January 4, 2017
To have a mostly quiet day is a thing of bliss and beauty.
We got Savannah finished moving into her new apartment (mostly...is it every REALLY done?).
Baylee has started throwing up again...hopefully it will pass quickly.
Felix and I did our temple recommend interviews with the Bishop tonight. It was a great reminder of all of the blessings from last year. All of the things that got us through 2016. I'm grateful for such a man as him as the Bishop.
BLESSON: So many blessings today. I'm grateful I'm worthy to attend the temple. I'm grateful we have enough. I'm grateful for the gospel. I'm grateful for peaceful days. The lesson in everything is learning to recognize what is around me.
We got Savannah finished moving into her new apartment (mostly...is it every REALLY done?).
Baylee has started throwing up again...hopefully it will pass quickly.
Felix and I did our temple recommend interviews with the Bishop tonight. It was a great reminder of all of the blessings from last year. All of the things that got us through 2016. I'm grateful for such a man as him as the Bishop.
BLESSON: So many blessings today. I'm grateful I'm worthy to attend the temple. I'm grateful we have enough. I'm grateful for the gospel. I'm grateful for peaceful days. The lesson in everything is learning to recognize what is around me.
Wednesday, January 4, 2017
January 3, 2017
This will likely be a recurring theme (although I can always dream!), but I am so grateful for our doctors. OUR DOCTORS....the ones we have developed relationships with, that know us, know our needs and LISTEN.
I'm grateful that Noah is getting the care he needs and that Savannah is getting treatment and care. While we figure out her very, very, VERY weird airborne anaphylactic reaction, the doctors in our life LISTENED! And took it seriously. I know so many people who don't have the blessing in their life...and where we spend so much time at the doctor, I can tell you what a huge difference that makes. I have such a sense of peace that we were guided to the medical professionals that we needed to have in our lives.
BLESSON: The blessing is our doctors. The lesson is learning to listen to the prompting of the Spirit. And for one as stubborn as I, that can be a tremendously difficult lesson to learn.
I'm grateful that Noah is getting the care he needs and that Savannah is getting treatment and care. While we figure out her very, very, VERY weird airborne anaphylactic reaction, the doctors in our life LISTENED! And took it seriously. I know so many people who don't have the blessing in their life...and where we spend so much time at the doctor, I can tell you what a huge difference that makes. I have such a sense of peace that we were guided to the medical professionals that we needed to have in our lives.
BLESSON: The blessing is our doctors. The lesson is learning to listen to the prompting of the Spirit. And for one as stubborn as I, that can be a tremendously difficult lesson to learn.
January 2, 2017
And then it snowed, and snowed and snowed.
Today I am incredibly grateful we made it everywhere we needed to be safely!
I think snowpocalypse may have started. The weather is predicting snow for 10 days...I don't know if it will actually happen, but it if does...today was just the beginning. We started moving Savannah into her new apartment, the weather wasn't great and we had to move the big items. But we managed to avoid big streets and arrive safely. Everyone made it to and from work safely and that's what really matters.
BLESSON: I had to pick Savannah up from work, take her to her old apartment to show it. Even though I was really, really, really tired...I am grateful I was given the strength necessary to be where I was needed (and where I felt like I needed to be). The lesson is that there is no shame in asking for help...at any age.
Today I am incredibly grateful we made it everywhere we needed to be safely!
I think snowpocalypse may have started. The weather is predicting snow for 10 days...I don't know if it will actually happen, but it if does...today was just the beginning. We started moving Savannah into her new apartment, the weather wasn't great and we had to move the big items. But we managed to avoid big streets and arrive safely. Everyone made it to and from work safely and that's what really matters.
BLESSON: I had to pick Savannah up from work, take her to her old apartment to show it. Even though I was really, really, really tired...I am grateful I was given the strength necessary to be where I was needed (and where I felt like I needed to be). The lesson is that there is no shame in asking for help...at any age.
Monday, January 2, 2017
January 1, 2017
January 1, 2017
I Lost a Little Mojo
2016 was a rough year. Not because all of the celebrities that died (which, although sad, the majority of people out there didn't know them personally...I grieve for their families...but it's a change in culture...not a personal loss...so everyone can please get a grip now).
But back to me. 2016 was a rough year for my family. And while I was still grateful, and we saw SO MANY MIRACLES, I wasn't pointing out the gratitude and the miracles like I had in years past. And I need to. I WANT to. Because it makes me a better human.
We ended up at the doctor and the ER on Day 1 of 2017. Not exactly where we wanted to be, BUT there are blessings!!! And I'm grateful!
I'm grateful that we have access to medical care 24/7/365. So many places don't. And while we struggle with health issues, we are able to receive the care that allows us to LIVE and survive. The illnesses we have in our family would be terminal in many places of the world.
BLESSON (the blessing in the LESSON): The lesson is patience. I think that will be a recurring lesson. It usually is. I really suck at it...but I will get there. But the blessing, is that Heavenly Father has provided me with angels (heavenly and earthly) to help me on this journey towards patience.
I Lost a Little Mojo
2016 was a rough year. Not because all of the celebrities that died (which, although sad, the majority of people out there didn't know them personally...I grieve for their families...but it's a change in culture...not a personal loss...so everyone can please get a grip now).
But back to me. 2016 was a rough year for my family. And while I was still grateful, and we saw SO MANY MIRACLES, I wasn't pointing out the gratitude and the miracles like I had in years past. And I need to. I WANT to. Because it makes me a better human.
We ended up at the doctor and the ER on Day 1 of 2017. Not exactly where we wanted to be, BUT there are blessings!!! And I'm grateful!
I'm grateful that we have access to medical care 24/7/365. So many places don't. And while we struggle with health issues, we are able to receive the care that allows us to LIVE and survive. The illnesses we have in our family would be terminal in many places of the world.
BLESSON (the blessing in the LESSON): The lesson is patience. I think that will be a recurring lesson. It usually is. I really suck at it...but I will get there. But the blessing, is that Heavenly Father has provided me with angels (heavenly and earthly) to help me on this journey towards patience.
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