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Henry just turned 2.
He is my little man. He still breastfeeds and sleeps in bed with me.
I can't put into words his personality. He is unique and hysterical. He has a great sense of humor and is caring and loving.
If I was thinking this afternoon I would have gotten a video of him singing "Let it Go" from Frozen. He can't pronounce all the words but he has the melody and it is so cute- not that I am biased or anything.
He loves to build with blocks and legos and gets really upset if he feels left out in any way and has a sense of justice and fairness.
SUPER HENRY!
I hope we can plan a great party to celebrate how awesome he is. Our family would not have been complete without him.
White Fang
Saturday, March 1, 2014
Aurora-- White Fang-- the Siberian Husky can sense when it is going to snow. She gets excited and bounces around like she is half Tigger-- and that is before it snows. When it snowing she is outside and is just thrilled- its like it is snowing just for her.
Yesterday, the pressure was changing, she knew snow was coming and about every 15 minutes, she wanted to go out and see if it had started snowing yet. Each time, she got outside and it was like the wind came out of her sails each time it had not started yet, she was so disappointed.
She does like to leave if she is left outside for more than a few minutes, even if she is tethered, in a yard with a new fence. So she can't stay out for a long time.
This morning she went out and it had snowed but only a little-- and she was bummed. You could see her thinking "Really?? This is it? There is supposed to be more!"
There will be more later today- but not yet and she is annoyed.
Yesterday, the pressure was changing, she knew snow was coming and about every 15 minutes, she wanted to go out and see if it had started snowing yet. Each time, she got outside and it was like the wind came out of her sails each time it had not started yet, she was so disappointed.
She does like to leave if she is left outside for more than a few minutes, even if she is tethered, in a yard with a new fence. So she can't stay out for a long time.
This morning she went out and it had snowed but only a little-- and she was bummed. You could see her thinking "Really?? This is it? There is supposed to be more!"
There will be more later today- but not yet and she is annoyed.
Bad mood
Friday, February 28, 2014
Its gloomy outside. Its gloomy inside.
My kids seem to feed off of the energy that I put out-- and today- I am in a bitchtastic mood. It would be safer for everyone if I could just lock myself in a room away from people and not have to interact with anyone because EVERYTHING annoys me. Things that normally make me laugh make me want to loose my mind today.
I want to smack myself upside the head and tell me snap the hell out of it.
Stinky wants to get outside and run around, he has had ENOUGH of his crutches.... it has been hard for him. He is usually outside playing and for the past month he has had to be on his crutches letting his knee heal-- he is going to climb the wall with his teeth!
My kids seem to feed off of the energy that I put out-- and today- I am in a bitchtastic mood. It would be safer for everyone if I could just lock myself in a room away from people and not have to interact with anyone because EVERYTHING annoys me. Things that normally make me laugh make me want to loose my mind today.
I want to smack myself upside the head and tell me snap the hell out of it.
Stinky wants to get outside and run around, he has had ENOUGH of his crutches.... it has been hard for him. He is usually outside playing and for the past month he has had to be on his crutches letting his knee heal-- he is going to climb the wall with his teeth!
My unbroken heart
Thursday, February 20, 2014
My right kidney is a pain. This is established. It has finally reached the point that it is safer to have it removed than to keep it. Between infections, obstructions, pain it is better to get it out.
I went for my pre surgical clearance and my doctor did an EKG, I expected it to be fine; thought it was overkill and said that.
It did not come back ok. I had inverted T waves. These have many different causes some really bad, some not so bad, and some benign entirely. I was sent to a cardiologist and had a stress echo. Again, expected this to show all was well. It didn't. By this time I was terrified.
One of the things I have said many times, that if I had to have a an organ system with problems I am thankful that its my kidneys. There are a lot of options for kidney issues- and if it progresses terribly, dialysis is an option (I am no where near that) but its nice to know it's there. Hearts are more scary.
Of course having anxiety did not make this any easier. Panic was my constant companion. Of course I went to the worst case scenario.. over and over. I couldn't have a heart problem. I am too healthy. Not possible. OMG, my kids, I was terrified of well, potentially dying. Obviously this was ridiculous, but it is how my brain works.
Tuesday I had a nuclear cardiac scan. I was told if there was something wrong I would not be going home, but heading to the Cath Lab. The doctors said it was more concerning because I have the clotting issues.
The doctor was very considerate, knowing that I was scared, was compassionate and read the test right away. There was no evidence of disease. I am fine. Cleared for surgery. No cardiac issues.
My surgery was delayed, and I have to get a new date, and that is annoying.
I went for my pre surgical clearance and my doctor did an EKG, I expected it to be fine; thought it was overkill and said that.
It did not come back ok. I had inverted T waves. These have many different causes some really bad, some not so bad, and some benign entirely. I was sent to a cardiologist and had a stress echo. Again, expected this to show all was well. It didn't. By this time I was terrified.
One of the things I have said many times, that if I had to have a an organ system with problems I am thankful that its my kidneys. There are a lot of options for kidney issues- and if it progresses terribly, dialysis is an option (I am no where near that) but its nice to know it's there. Hearts are more scary.
Of course having anxiety did not make this any easier. Panic was my constant companion. Of course I went to the worst case scenario.. over and over. I couldn't have a heart problem. I am too healthy. Not possible. OMG, my kids, I was terrified of well, potentially dying. Obviously this was ridiculous, but it is how my brain works.
Tuesday I had a nuclear cardiac scan. I was told if there was something wrong I would not be going home, but heading to the Cath Lab. The doctors said it was more concerning because I have the clotting issues.
The doctor was very considerate, knowing that I was scared, was compassionate and read the test right away. There was no evidence of disease. I am fine. Cleared for surgery. No cardiac issues.
My surgery was delayed, and I have to get a new date, and that is annoying.
Peas turns 6
Tuesday, February 18, 2014
I am late on this..
But Peas is 6 now. I am not sure when the last 6 years passed because I think of her as a baby or a toddler still.
She has been a challenge- but all of the things that are challenging about her will serve her well.
Peas knows what she wants and will not settle for less. She knows she deserves kindness and good treatment and will call anyone out. If anyone is mean to her siblings- watch out-- only she can harass them.
She is passionate. No one can match her passion.
Peas can be the sweetest and most adorable kid in the world.... but cross her... and good luck.
Right now her favorite things include horses, Doc McStuffins, princesses, and playing with her friends.
I admire her spirit, her independence, and her confidence. Watching her grow and being her mother has been a privilege.
But Peas is 6 now. I am not sure when the last 6 years passed because I think of her as a baby or a toddler still.
She has been a challenge- but all of the things that are challenging about her will serve her well.
Peas knows what she wants and will not settle for less. She knows she deserves kindness and good treatment and will call anyone out. If anyone is mean to her siblings- watch out-- only she can harass them.
She is passionate. No one can match her passion.
Peas can be the sweetest and most adorable kid in the world.... but cross her... and good luck.
Right now her favorite things include horses, Doc McStuffins, princesses, and playing with her friends.
I admire her spirit, her independence, and her confidence. Watching her grow and being her mother has been a privilege.
Challenges
Friday, February 7, 2014
I love my children more than I ever thought possible.
Right now I am at my wits end with Peas.
She is so intense and that is a struggle for us. As passionate as she is when she is happy, she is just as intense when she is angry or frustrated. I am having a hard time dealing with her frustration and anger.
Sometimes it seems like she cannot contain herself and lashes out at her siblings. As much as sibling squabbles are a part of life, I don't know how to work with her when she gets stuck in that loop. I have to just wait for the loop to wear itself out and try and contain her. I need a way help her refocus and calm down, but I don't know what that is.
I see just how intense her feelings are and she is really just along for the ride and it can be scary for her too. Does anyone have any advice for me?
Right now I am at my wits end with Peas.
She is so intense and that is a struggle for us. As passionate as she is when she is happy, she is just as intense when she is angry or frustrated. I am having a hard time dealing with her frustration and anger.
Sometimes it seems like she cannot contain herself and lashes out at her siblings. As much as sibling squabbles are a part of life, I don't know how to work with her when she gets stuck in that loop. I have to just wait for the loop to wear itself out and try and contain her. I need a way help her refocus and calm down, but I don't know what that is.
I see just how intense her feelings are and she is really just along for the ride and it can be scary for her too. Does anyone have any advice for me?
Why saying you don't see color is BS.
Monday, February 3, 2014
Unless you are a dog or color blind... in which case- you're excused.
I have a lot of friends who are legitimately socially liberal people. Good on them right?
One thing that they say with relative frequency is, "I don't see color-- I see the person." I call bull crap.
It is insulting to everyone involved. First- I felt guilty because- I'll admit- I do see color- and I don't judge them for it (duh) but I have to acknowledge that a person of color is going to have different day to day experiences than I do. To insinuate otherwise is insulting.
A person of color should be proud of their melanin. It does not define them, nor make them who they are-- but it is a part of their lives and influences them. It connects them to a deep rich history.
By saying "I don't see color" a person is insinuating that they do not see the differences in life experiences that white people don't deal with- a friend of mine recently related a story of a traffic stop that was so insulting and so unbelievable (yet clearly true) I have no idea what to say!
To point. I was pulled over recently. I did not have a non expired insurance card on me- we have insurance, but the card was missing The police office said not to worry about it- that he was sure I had insurance and let me know kindly my tail light was out. I bet this would not have happened this way for my friend.
So say that 'I don't see color' is saying that I don't see something that impacts so many aspects of a persons life, and that is insulting.
I have a lot of friends who are legitimately socially liberal people. Good on them right?
One thing that they say with relative frequency is, "I don't see color-- I see the person." I call bull crap.
It is insulting to everyone involved. First- I felt guilty because- I'll admit- I do see color- and I don't judge them for it (duh) but I have to acknowledge that a person of color is going to have different day to day experiences than I do. To insinuate otherwise is insulting.
A person of color should be proud of their melanin. It does not define them, nor make them who they are-- but it is a part of their lives and influences them. It connects them to a deep rich history.
By saying "I don't see color" a person is insinuating that they do not see the differences in life experiences that white people don't deal with- a friend of mine recently related a story of a traffic stop that was so insulting and so unbelievable (yet clearly true) I have no idea what to say!
To point. I was pulled over recently. I did not have a non expired insurance card on me- we have insurance, but the card was missing The police office said not to worry about it- that he was sure I had insurance and let me know kindly my tail light was out. I bet this would not have happened this way for my friend.
So say that 'I don't see color' is saying that I don't see something that impacts so many aspects of a persons life, and that is insulting.
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