It has definitely been a Monday. It started out good with the kids going to school and hubby to work. Mondays are usually a heavy chore day. Lots of laundry and clean-up from the weekend. I started out buying the supplies and planting my strawberries. Can't wait for them to grow! I came in and fixed me some lunch, and B's school called. He had thrown up at lunch! His explanation: My beef-a-roni fell in my chocolate pudding and when I ate it, it was nasty. Seriously, I can't make this stuff up! Was back home 5 minutes and he wanted to eat. Umm.....let's wait a bit. Then my phone started beeping. Thank God for BB reminders, because I had forgotten all about picking up his pizza kit fundraiser. Later we had his soccer practice. She was very anxious so we came home and left him with Dad. She decided to blow dry her hair in my bath. She also decided to apply some lip gloss. Too bad it was nail polish!!!! Again, I can't make this stuff up! Then she decided that nail polish remover was nasty. I guess I have 2 more things to add to the list of things my kids won't eat!
Now, I am really tired and ready for bed. Hoping for a better Tuesday!
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Monday, February 28, 2011
Saturday, February 26, 2011
I love spring!
Today has been a busy day. I am sooooo loving the weather which allows us to get outside and do stuff. I have already pruned the crepe myrtles and hedges. Today, my husband pressure washed the house trim. I planted flowers in my containers on the front porch and back patio. I also cleaned out and readied my herb bed and out strawberry bed. Even though I know it is too early to plant out garden, I am dying to do so!! There is just something about growing your own food. It just tastes better! B was a big help today. He carried supplies, and watered the plants when I was done. C carried one plant. But with her autism, I am just excited that she offered to do anything! I am thinking about making them their own little garden plot to plant anything they wish. I really want to pass what little knowledge I have along to them. I am keeping a close eye on the pecan trees. It is not really spring until they start budding out!
Friday, February 25, 2011
My guilty pleasures
I don't know about everyone else, but I sometimes feel pulled in way too many directions. There is just so much for a wife and mother to do in a day's time. I am an at-home mom, and really don't know how working moms do it! At least I don't have to commute to my job. I had to learn this the hard way, but I now take time for myself and enjoy little treats to maintain my sanity.
My first confession is that I have a chocolate stash. I remember when I was younger and I would hear other women talking about chocolate like it was the nectar of the gods, and I thought they were just making excuses to eat it. I don't know what causes it--stress, hormones, ??--but in the last few years, chocolate has been my prozac!
Another thing I make time for is a long soak in the tub with a good book. It takes some planning to get a tub full of hot water, but it is so worth it!
The most important thing that I refuse to give up is reading. I don't think I could live without reading any more than I could live without breathing! They provide a much needed escape from reality. I mean who wants to clean, vacuum, and fold clothes when they can be reading about a hot Highlander or solving a serial murder case in New Orleans?? They also engage my mind. I have always been smart and took great pride in that. But lately I have been missing more and more questions on Jeopardy, and I am reminded of the old adage "if you don't use it, you will lose it". That is one reason I like to read so many different types of books. It keeps my mind sharp.
I do try to do at least the basic household chores before I read. Most of the time anyway! I am thankful that I have an understanding husband who seems to know when I needed a ME day. I hope you other moms out there remember to take time for yourselves. That is the only way you will ever be able to give your family what they need. If you know of any other ways to de-stress and recuperate, leave me a comment. I may just find another guilty pleasure. :)
My first confession is that I have a chocolate stash. I remember when I was younger and I would hear other women talking about chocolate like it was the nectar of the gods, and I thought they were just making excuses to eat it. I don't know what causes it--stress, hormones, ??--but in the last few years, chocolate has been my prozac!
Another thing I make time for is a long soak in the tub with a good book. It takes some planning to get a tub full of hot water, but it is so worth it!
The most important thing that I refuse to give up is reading. I don't think I could live without reading any more than I could live without breathing! They provide a much needed escape from reality. I mean who wants to clean, vacuum, and fold clothes when they can be reading about a hot Highlander or solving a serial murder case in New Orleans?? They also engage my mind. I have always been smart and took great pride in that. But lately I have been missing more and more questions on Jeopardy, and I am reminded of the old adage "if you don't use it, you will lose it". That is one reason I like to read so many different types of books. It keeps my mind sharp.
I do try to do at least the basic household chores before I read. Most of the time anyway! I am thankful that I have an understanding husband who seems to know when I needed a ME day. I hope you other moms out there remember to take time for yourselves. That is the only way you will ever be able to give your family what they need. If you know of any other ways to de-stress and recuperate, leave me a comment. I may just find another guilty pleasure. :)
Erring on the side of Life and Love
I don't know if you have heard the story of Baby Joseph in Canada. He is in a vegetative state with an incurable neurological disease. He is being kept alive with a breathing tube and ventilator. You can read the story here: http://www.foxnews.com/world/2011/02/24/canadian-family-life-support-battle-denied-request-hospital-transfer/?test=latestnews.
The courts have ordered his breathing tube removed. His parents are fighting tooth and nail to keep that from happening. I do not know how they feel, but I have a good idea. My daughter was on a ventilator when she was born 13 weeks premature.
The parents want the hospital to insert a tracheostomy so that they may take their son home to spend his last days or hours with them surrounded by love. The hospital refuses saying that it would cause pain to the baby. I am no expert, but I believe that removing the tube and allowing him to slowly suffocate would probably cause some pain.
I support these parents and hope and pray that they get to take their son home and have some measure of peace and dignity during the little time he has left on this earth. If you have children, give them a hug and kiss and remember to thank God for them daily. And please hold this family in your prayers.
The courts have ordered his breathing tube removed. His parents are fighting tooth and nail to keep that from happening. I do not know how they feel, but I have a good idea. My daughter was on a ventilator when she was born 13 weeks premature.
The parents want the hospital to insert a tracheostomy so that they may take their son home to spend his last days or hours with them surrounded by love. The hospital refuses saying that it would cause pain to the baby. I am no expert, but I believe that removing the tube and allowing him to slowly suffocate would probably cause some pain.
I support these parents and hope and pray that they get to take their son home and have some measure of peace and dignity during the little time he has left on this earth. If you have children, give them a hug and kiss and remember to thank God for them daily. And please hold this family in your prayers.
Thursday, February 24, 2011
Introduction
I have been contemplating blogging for a while now. I always have an opinion on things, so I figured I needed to share it. Oh, and sometimes I just need to vent. Tonight is one of those nights. I am married and have 2 kids. My son is 6. My daughter is 11 and has autism, epilepsy, ADHD, and CP. I love them both to death, but sometimes I wonder what possessed me to have kids??? Why did no one tell me how much hard work has to go into raising them? LOL Today, my day started with my daughter wetting the bed and having a bad seizure. It ended with my son getting gagged on sinus drainage and throwing up at bedtime. I will sure be happy to go to bed and start over tomorrow!
Anyway, I will be blogging about many different topics. I am an avid reader. I follow politics pretty closely even though it sends my blood pressure through the roof! I try to advocate for special needs kids. And I am open to any suggestions about how to de-stress. If I find anything that works well, I will be sure to share it.
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