Well, it's been two weeks and William is doing great! You would never know he even had surgery. He looks good and it progressing just fine. And one Friday he can start playing on straddle toys again!
Things have been crazy lately, with helping Will recoup, business pouring in, Dan still working full time for the state and Vinny becoming too smart for all our good we hardly have time for anything else.
Speaking of Vinny, he's started going to my sister-in-laws daycare, which is really more preschool than daycare, once a week. And he is loving it! He has such a blast playing with them all day, and it is giving him more socializing opportunities, which is wonderful for everyone.
Also, the 4 year old pain in the rear is almost potty trained. I know, I know, 4 and not potty trained! What the heck? This kid would not for the life of me use the dang toilet until recently. He is prefect with going potty, but #2 is still an issue. We are working on it and hoping the kid will get it together sooner than later.
Tuesday, February 22, 2011
Tuesday, February 8, 2011
Back on the blog
Hi to anyone who views this anymore. So... No one! :) I am trying to get this started back because there has been a lot going on in my family, my state and my country.
Family first. As anyone who knows me knows by now, my 10 month old son had surgery last week. Doernbecher's was amazing, the staff were absolutely fantastic. In particular there was Twila and Emma. Twila was "the numbers lady" who took his stats and all that prep. She could have just come in and taken the numbers. Instead she showed William everything that she was going to use and explained to HIM how they worked. Will was just mesmerized. She showed him the sounds the machine made, let him place with the toe sensor before putting it on him. She cooed and played him, he brightened up whenever she came in.
Emma was our other main nurse. She explained everything to us and even got Will his last drink before the deadline. She made us feel comfortable and at easy. Everything was just fantastic.
The wait was long, of course, but the waiting room was comfortable, the view was amazing. They had free wifi (Dan and I both had our laptops) so we got to check out e-mail and play some on-line games.
The whole time I felt calm and assured. Our Doctor, Aaron Bayne was simply wonderful from day one! I KNEW he would do everything he could for our little guy. And he did. After hours of waiting he came out and told us that it was 100% success. He said everything was now in the right place and that our little trooper was doing fantastic.
An hour later we got to go into the recovery room. Once he was waking up I got to hold him. Once he started he was wide awake and we got to leave the recovery room and move into our own little corner of the hospital. Within an hour we were able to take him home.
I have to say, while having a baby go under the knife is never ideal, things went swimmingly. I could not be more pleased with all involved.
Family first. As anyone who knows me knows by now, my 10 month old son had surgery last week. Doernbecher's was amazing, the staff were absolutely fantastic. In particular there was Twila and Emma. Twila was "the numbers lady" who took his stats and all that prep. She could have just come in and taken the numbers. Instead she showed William everything that she was going to use and explained to HIM how they worked. Will was just mesmerized. She showed him the sounds the machine made, let him place with the toe sensor before putting it on him. She cooed and played him, he brightened up whenever she came in.
Emma was our other main nurse. She explained everything to us and even got Will his last drink before the deadline. She made us feel comfortable and at easy. Everything was just fantastic.
The wait was long, of course, but the waiting room was comfortable, the view was amazing. They had free wifi (Dan and I both had our laptops) so we got to check out e-mail and play some on-line games.
The whole time I felt calm and assured. Our Doctor, Aaron Bayne was simply wonderful from day one! I KNEW he would do everything he could for our little guy. And he did. After hours of waiting he came out and told us that it was 100% success. He said everything was now in the right place and that our little trooper was doing fantastic.
An hour later we got to go into the recovery room. Once he was waking up I got to hold him. Once he started he was wide awake and we got to leave the recovery room and move into our own little corner of the hospital. Within an hour we were able to take him home.
I have to say, while having a baby go under the knife is never ideal, things went swimmingly. I could not be more pleased with all involved.
Tuesday, February 24, 2009
Big Boy Moments
Man, I need to get better about posting on here. Anyways, Vinny is getting so big. Yesterday he came into me and told me "change a bum" took me into where we keep his pull ups and pulled one out, he had just pooped and told me! I am so happy, one more step to potty training! The today he asked for breakfast (never used that word before) and pointed at the cereal, when I was getting it ready he went to the silverware drawer and tried to get a spoon, too short though. He is talking more than crying, he says please and thank you. Oh and "shake a bootie". He loves our Wii (Yes, we of all people got a Wii) and loves to pretend along with us as we play. It is just so precious when he does it. He shakes everyone's hands, says hi and can have a conversation with people, and will talk to strangers if Dan and I talked to them first. he certainly isn't shy. I am just so proud and wanted to share!
Wednesday, January 21, 2009
Okay, it's been awhile but
I have a cute little bit about my baby boy. He has started making us stop everything and "Pray food" when ever he has a snack. He'll fold our arms for us too.
Then, last night my dad and Dan gave me a blessing (I've had an ear infection for a week), Vinny was quite with arms folded the ENTIRE time. My dad peeked when he was quiet for so long. I couldn't believe it!
He loves saying prayers and singing at church. He "conducts" the music during sacrament meeting. It is so darling how he has taken to it.
Then, last night my dad and Dan gave me a blessing (I've had an ear infection for a week), Vinny was quite with arms folded the ENTIRE time. My dad peeked when he was quiet for so long. I couldn't believe it!
He loves saying prayers and singing at church. He "conducts" the music during sacrament meeting. It is so darling how he has taken to it.
Tuesday, October 21, 2008
Voting
This morning I sat down with my ballot and voters guides. I looked over all the candidates, I thought over all the ads I have seen, the debates, the websites and the personal opinions of my family and friends.
I could only fill out 3 spots on that ballot. And they were not the big 3.
I simply cannot bring myself to vote right now. I want to just rip up my ballot and toss it away. But I live in a country with a vote for a reason, and I need to uphold my end of the bargain.
When it comes to president, I was always mad at people who voted for John Kerry simply because he wasn't Bush. I have always thought it is a stupid way to make a choice, "well, he isn't the other guy" but that is exactly how I feel about McCain. To me that is the only reason I see voting for him, he isn't Obama. I mean, sure I agree with some of the ideas he has for this country, but on the things that really matter to me, on the things I think are most important for this nation, I just want to beat him upside the head!
And I have considered 3rd party candidates, but the only ones close to what I believe in call this country the "American Empire" and tout a isolationist mentality similar to those who wanted us to stay out of WW2. I don't want that! I don't want McCain, I don't want Obama, I don't want Smith, I don't want Merkley, I don't want Shrader and I don't want Erickson!
I feel like writing in "Jesus Christ" or something similar, I want to write in Mitt Romney for pres, since, as you know if you have read my other post, I never got to vote for my candidate due to the f***ed way the nominees can be kicked out before every state gets a freaking vote. I wish I was 17 again, just so I wouldn't have to think about it.
America is going to Hell in a hand basket and if we look at our voting options we just might see why.
I could only fill out 3 spots on that ballot. And they were not the big 3.
I simply cannot bring myself to vote right now. I want to just rip up my ballot and toss it away. But I live in a country with a vote for a reason, and I need to uphold my end of the bargain.
When it comes to president, I was always mad at people who voted for John Kerry simply because he wasn't Bush. I have always thought it is a stupid way to make a choice, "well, he isn't the other guy" but that is exactly how I feel about McCain. To me that is the only reason I see voting for him, he isn't Obama. I mean, sure I agree with some of the ideas he has for this country, but on the things that really matter to me, on the things I think are most important for this nation, I just want to beat him upside the head!
And I have considered 3rd party candidates, but the only ones close to what I believe in call this country the "American Empire" and tout a isolationist mentality similar to those who wanted us to stay out of WW2. I don't want that! I don't want McCain, I don't want Obama, I don't want Smith, I don't want Merkley, I don't want Shrader and I don't want Erickson!
I feel like writing in "Jesus Christ" or something similar, I want to write in Mitt Romney for pres, since, as you know if you have read my other post, I never got to vote for my candidate due to the f***ed way the nominees can be kicked out before every state gets a freaking vote. I wish I was 17 again, just so I wouldn't have to think about it.
America is going to Hell in a hand basket and if we look at our voting options we just might see why.
Saturday, October 4, 2008
I WANT THIS!
This is so cool! It is a bike and a stroller, they hook together and look all cool. Plus it's all forward facing so your kids (or your puppy!) can see where you are going, plus all the space can be used for shopping and such! Only real issue is that it costs almost $4,000.00. I bit too much for me. I hope this becomes super popular and cheaper versions will come out.
http://www.triobike.com/
Friday, September 26, 2008
John McCain
AAAAAAAARRRRRRRRRGGGGGGGG! I could scream right now. "Until this bail out is figured out, I wont do anything to prove I should be president." I mean come on, does he think he can't stand up to a debate with Obama? Cause that is what it sounds like. Maybe he should have Palin do it, she is more the nominee than he is anymore.
Not to mention these bail outs are absolute crap! I mean, it's the Liberal mentality, "Oh crap, I made stupid and in some cases illegal decisions" Oh Mr.Ceo, don't worry, you shouldn't be held responsible for your actions, let me bail you out with the hard earned money of our taxpayers! Seriously. Or bailing out those who took adjustable rate mortgages and now can't pay. "Oh, you made a poor choice with the knowledge that this could happen, and you could lose your home. Here, we the gov have so much money lying around..." No, let's not help the people who got into something they could afford and then were hit with losing a job, or a health crisis, who are trying to do right by their choices, they should have to go it alone. But Dumb Butt over here who ignored the potential risks should get it all.
This election is making me sick, I think one of the noms is an idiot who could potential destroy this country and everything that makes us great and the other will continue the idiot policies I am ranting about and maybe die in office leaving the Presidency to someone I think I would like as a person but I am simple unsure of her abilities. I almost want to NOT vote, but that is against what I stand for and I can't just give up. Honestly though, come November I will mark that ballot while trying not to puke.
Not to mention these bail outs are absolute crap! I mean, it's the Liberal mentality, "Oh crap, I made stupid and in some cases illegal decisions" Oh Mr.Ceo, don't worry, you shouldn't be held responsible for your actions, let me bail you out with the hard earned money of our taxpayers! Seriously. Or bailing out those who took adjustable rate mortgages and now can't pay. "Oh, you made a poor choice with the knowledge that this could happen, and you could lose your home. Here, we the gov have so much money lying around..." No, let's not help the people who got into something they could afford and then were hit with losing a job, or a health crisis, who are trying to do right by their choices, they should have to go it alone. But Dumb Butt over here who ignored the potential risks should get it all.
This election is making me sick, I think one of the noms is an idiot who could potential destroy this country and everything that makes us great and the other will continue the idiot policies I am ranting about and maybe die in office leaving the Presidency to someone I think I would like as a person but I am simple unsure of her abilities. I almost want to NOT vote, but that is against what I stand for and I can't just give up. Honestly though, come November I will mark that ballot while trying not to puke.
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