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It has been just over a week since returning from our vacation to MI, for the Thanksgiving holiday. It was a fun visit with all 4 of my sisters who I don't get to see as often as I would like to. Lori is cute as a button with her big round belly that is due to expire today (her official due date), Rachael was busy with her new found hobby of sewing, Francie was generously filling my car with things she has decided to retire and Natalie shared her pottery so we could all paint together. There was more to the long weekend, like eating, shopping, eating, and... Well it did snow on Thanksgiving day. (I really hope I am not offending anyone here.)
Madeline spiked a high fever the last night we were there and it was the strangest thing. Uncle Adam stopped by Walgreen's and picked up some Motrine (and a stuffed dog, a barbie, a pretend cell phone)... let's hope he has boy's Natalie, or you might go broke, ha. Once Maddy took the medicine, she started to feel much better and by morning, you would have never guessed she was ever sick. The strang part is Jack did almost the same thing 2 days later. Only his started at school and lasted just 4 hours.
Yesterday was our first weather related day off from school this season. At first I was thinking how much stuff I was going to get caught up on. Then I remembered that Madeline was off from school too and I had a Dr. appointment for my shoulder injury.
I didn't get much done around the house because it took forever at dr.'s office; not including the time it took me to get myself and Madeline dressed for the weather, and clean off the car with one arm. She played in the snow at her cousins while I found out that the chances of my shoulder dislocating again is about 75% unless I have surgery. Yikes! Sucks for me. Thats another post though.
I hope that I get a call from my sister Lori today that tells me the baby is on his way. It is her 2 year wedding anniversayr as well as a special day for my sister Rachael. A year ago today, St. Petersburg, Russia, marks the anniversary of when she met her 6 year old soon-to-be daughter for the 1st time. Katya is such a special niece.
I do plan to post again soon. I just gota get going here before the big girl gets home or I'll never get anything elce done today.
And, its snowing again!!
Wednesday, December 5, 2007
Sunday, November 18, 2007
The Tote Queen that I Am
Have you ever gone a day too long before realizing your child's room has become a danger zone? I am hyper aware of how messy Madeline's room has become over the past week or so because I have to be oh, so careful not to fall and hurt myself right now (shoulder issues). Well, this morning I had had enough. If I don't fall and re-injure myself, someone else who is healthy just might. It was out of control! (For the record though, I have had my arm in a restrictive sling for over a week now and house cleaning has not been on my priority list.) Hurt arm or not, I was not going another day without getting her room put back together.
Where to start? I looked around the room and hadn't a clue. Then I called my sister-in-law and asked her how I should go about it. She gently responded to my dilemma in a pretty direct way, so I got the clue when I heard her day "Your the Tote Queen, just put everything in totes".
With just the right inspiration I needed, I was off to Wal Mart before Madeline had even gotten out of bed. An hour later, I was full speed ahead. Madeline has way too much stuff and not enough to space to organize it.
Madeline was trying to help me but what kinda help is it when I toss out crumpled papers or the likes and she pulls it back out of the garbage bag? Or, how 'bout the McDonald's Happy Meal toys that she insists on keeping because she swears she plays with them? I wasn't getting anywhere with this kind of help. I had to take her to Auntie Lisa's house if I was going to get the mission accomplished.
Five hours later...
Her room looks great! 4 labeled and full totes in the closet, the 2 long narrow ones with wheels on em under the bed and everything else in it's place. I'm exhausted though. My arm is throbbing too. But, like I said: it looks great. A job well done.
The Organized totes in her closer:
When you first walk in her room:
Her bed:
trust me, the other 2 totes are under it.
PS: This was by far one of the most frustrating posts I have done yet. It was erased twice and I had a terrible time getting the pictures on it. They are not in the order I wanted and there were a couple other ones I liked better. I'm done messing with it.
Where to start? I looked around the room and hadn't a clue. Then I called my sister-in-law and asked her how I should go about it. She gently responded to my dilemma in a pretty direct way, so I got the clue when I heard her day "Your the Tote Queen, just put everything in totes".
With just the right inspiration I needed, I was off to Wal Mart before Madeline had even gotten out of bed. An hour later, I was full speed ahead. Madeline has way too much stuff and not enough to space to organize it.
Madeline was trying to help me but what kinda help is it when I toss out crumpled papers or the likes and she pulls it back out of the garbage bag? Or, how 'bout the McDonald's Happy Meal toys that she insists on keeping because she swears she plays with them? I wasn't getting anywhere with this kind of help. I had to take her to Auntie Lisa's house if I was going to get the mission accomplished.
Five hours later...
Her room looks great! 4 labeled and full totes in the closet, the 2 long narrow ones with wheels on em under the bed and everything else in it's place. I'm exhausted though. My arm is throbbing too. But, like I said: it looks great. A job well done.
The Organized totes in her closer:
When you first walk in her room:
Her bed:
trust me, the other 2 totes are under it.
PS: This was by far one of the most frustrating posts I have done yet. It was erased twice and I had a terrible time getting the pictures on it. They are not in the order I wanted and there were a couple other ones I liked better. I'm done messing with it.
Saturday, November 17, 2007
Baby B****
In honor of my sister Lori, who is due with her 1st baby (boy), I thought it would be fun to write about how babies get their names. I'm only an expert with how my own daughter got her name, but I figured that whoever reads my blog might share their own personal insight as well.
Madeline Paige B**** is what we named our daughter 7 years ago. For the first three days she was called Baby B**** because I was so scared to pick the wrong name and had not fully decided on my choices before going into labor.
The first name I came up with was Kathrine Grace. I have a very dear Great Aunt who has this name and I liked it for that reason, but I also liked it because I love nick names and Katie was my favorite at the time.
The second name I came up with was Abigail Nicole. Lori helped me with the middle name and I really liked it but when Andy came back with Abaleen, I realized he was not fond of Abigail. I told him to be sure and tell me when he didn't like names and to not make them up. lol
Then, about two weeks before I went into labor, Lori called me and told me the name she really liked and wanted to use if she had to name a little girl. She decided to share it with me because her husband had already vetoed it just in case.
On the way to work that very afternoon, I picked up my best friend Amanda and she blurted out "What do you think of the name Madeline?" Was this a sign I wondered.
I had never heard it and it had a very nice sound to it. I kept thinking over and over in my head what I could use as a middle name. Madeline Rose? I liked it alot but wasn't completely sold. Then I came up with Paige. I loved it.
When I told my mother, she was like... "What do you think of Madeline Suzanne? Or, Madeline Louann?" Uggh! I cant please everyone and I really liked Paige. Hmm.
On the way to the hospital Andy looked at me and said "Honey, this is your baby, you name it whatever you like." That was a relief and alot of pressure all at the same time. Kina like contractions. Just kidding.
When she was born, I didn't think she looked like a Katie. I always thought of a Katie as a girl with blond hair. Hers was dark brown. That was out. Would I regret Paige?
One hour before I was discharged to go home I had to give the official name. I chose Madeline Paige. Andy made me look up the spelling, but I was glad to know he liked the name.
Anyway, that is how Madeline got her name. And, my mother actually likes it too.
How about any of you who read my blog? How did you come up with you're children's names? If it is a long story, then you can post your own blog about it, just please let me know to check your site.
Madeline Paige B**** is what we named our daughter 7 years ago. For the first three days she was called Baby B**** because I was so scared to pick the wrong name and had not fully decided on my choices before going into labor.
The first name I came up with was Kathrine Grace. I have a very dear Great Aunt who has this name and I liked it for that reason, but I also liked it because I love nick names and Katie was my favorite at the time.
The second name I came up with was Abigail Nicole. Lori helped me with the middle name and I really liked it but when Andy came back with Abaleen, I realized he was not fond of Abigail. I told him to be sure and tell me when he didn't like names and to not make them up. lol
Then, about two weeks before I went into labor, Lori called me and told me the name she really liked and wanted to use if she had to name a little girl. She decided to share it with me because her husband had already vetoed it just in case.
On the way to work that very afternoon, I picked up my best friend Amanda and she blurted out "What do you think of the name Madeline?" Was this a sign I wondered.
I had never heard it and it had a very nice sound to it. I kept thinking over and over in my head what I could use as a middle name. Madeline Rose? I liked it alot but wasn't completely sold. Then I came up with Paige. I loved it.
When I told my mother, she was like... "What do you think of Madeline Suzanne? Or, Madeline Louann?" Uggh! I cant please everyone and I really liked Paige. Hmm.
On the way to the hospital Andy looked at me and said "Honey, this is your baby, you name it whatever you like." That was a relief and alot of pressure all at the same time. Kina like contractions. Just kidding.
When she was born, I didn't think she looked like a Katie. I always thought of a Katie as a girl with blond hair. Hers was dark brown. That was out. Would I regret Paige?
One hour before I was discharged to go home I had to give the official name. I chose Madeline Paige. Andy made me look up the spelling, but I was glad to know he liked the name.
Anyway, that is how Madeline got her name. And, my mother actually likes it too.
How about any of you who read my blog? How did you come up with you're children's names? If it is a long story, then you can post your own blog about it, just please let me know to check your site.
Friday, November 16, 2007
My Right Arm
I wish I could think of an interesting story as to why I had to give up my right arm but truth-be-known, the story is actually boring. I was laying in my bed waking up from a nap and the next thing I knew, my shoulder has dislocated. OUCH! This wasn't the first time it has happened though. At least the other times came with good stories. (Like the time I was driving down a ridge cut in Tn and I dislocated my shoulder reaching for a pacifier.) I had surgery 6 years ago in hopes that it would never happen again. Unfortunately for me though, it did. It was out for over an hour and now that it has been a week... I still feel like I got beat up.
Andy has gone above and beyond in trying to be helpful and patient with me. I have yet to go to bed with dishes in the sink, he gets Madeline ready for school and packs her lunch, and hasn't uttered the first complaint of a messy house. Impressive? or what?
I have a few other posts I've been wanting to write about, but with my arm stuck in some contraption that is more restrictive then a sling, it takes longer to type. Plus, even though I finally found my pictures from Halloween, I cant seen to find the cord to get them into the computer.
I took Madeline to get her hair cut a few days ago. She looks like Auntie Nay-Nay now. She had 12 inches cut off and she is sporting a stacked bob. Pictures of the new look are also stuck on my camera with no cord. Her hair was just getting so hard to brush through and I was tired of fighting with her every morning before school. She looks cute. She doesn't think she has to brush the back anymore now that she doesn't have much hair. Will I ever win on this one? Speaking of brushing hair... You should see mine. I haven't been able to brush it myself for a week so Madeline has done it for me. It looks quite cute. HA! lol at least it is brushed. I think her favorite part is telling me to be still and don't cry,
Andy has gone above and beyond in trying to be helpful and patient with me. I have yet to go to bed with dishes in the sink, he gets Madeline ready for school and packs her lunch, and hasn't uttered the first complaint of a messy house. Impressive? or what?
I have a few other posts I've been wanting to write about, but with my arm stuck in some contraption that is more restrictive then a sling, it takes longer to type. Plus, even though I finally found my pictures from Halloween, I cant seen to find the cord to get them into the computer.
I took Madeline to get her hair cut a few days ago. She looks like Auntie Nay-Nay now. She had 12 inches cut off and she is sporting a stacked bob. Pictures of the new look are also stuck on my camera with no cord. Her hair was just getting so hard to brush through and I was tired of fighting with her every morning before school. She looks cute. She doesn't think she has to brush the back anymore now that she doesn't have much hair. Will I ever win on this one? Speaking of brushing hair... You should see mine. I haven't been able to brush it myself for a week so Madeline has done it for me. It looks quite cute. HA! lol at least it is brushed. I think her favorite part is telling me to be still and don't cry,
Wednesday, November 7, 2007
Sweatn'...Not to the Oldies Though
Oh how I would have hated to be wrong this time!
About 6 weeks ago I bought a brand-new mattress and box spring set. Okay, Francie, this is for you... It was a $1500.00 set that I got on a great deal: lets just say it was a really great deal because I was able to pay cash. And to all of you who know me, you know it had to of been a GREAT deal! Anyhow, I finally got delivery confirmation for tonight and Andy kept telling me how it was not going to fit up the stairs and my great deal was going to be a waste of money if we couldn't get it up to the bedroom. I so knew it would fit, he just needed to see my skills. Well, I was confident it would fit until it actually got here. Ummh, how come it is so much bigger then I imagined? (It should be the same size as the one we already have.) Not that I made mention of my concern though because come hell or high water, I was not going to be wrong.
Well, Andy is asleep right now on our new mattress set and I am downstairs wondering how in the heck I am going to get the banister put back up. I made Andy and the delivery guy take it down because they just couldnt figure out how to turn the unbendable box spring just right and it kept getting stuck. Yes, although I did sweat just a bit, the new bed did in fact, make it upstairs.
On another note:
I have some of the cutest Halloween picture and others of sorts that I have been wanting to blog about, but I cant figure out how to get them from the file they are in, onto a CD. It should not be that complicated, but for some reason, it has really been a time waster for me. Maybe I'll ask for help from someone who knows more about PCs then I do (which shouldn't be hard).
School is still going well. Madeline is about to loose her front tooth and Andy has a wisdom tooth coming in and it seems pretty painful. He is so stubborn. I gave him some Advil yesterday and he finally "tried" taking one today. I say he "tried" because he wont take any more since it didn't help. He only took one 200mg pill. Not sure they should even sell them in such low doses. I guess it makes it look like you got a good deal when you buy 100 at a time. Not so much a deal when you gotta take 4 at a time though. Right? I should tell him that acute pain is really bad on the cardiovascular system and scare him into taking a higher dose so that if not for nothing...at least I might get some relief.
Well, thats it for now. Hopefully it won't take another 3 weeks to make my next post. Once I change the laundry, I'm off to sleep in our new bed. I really hope it is comfortable after all that work. G'night.
About 6 weeks ago I bought a brand-new mattress and box spring set. Okay, Francie, this is for you... It was a $1500.00 set that I got on a great deal: lets just say it was a really great deal because I was able to pay cash. And to all of you who know me, you know it had to of been a GREAT deal! Anyhow, I finally got delivery confirmation for tonight and Andy kept telling me how it was not going to fit up the stairs and my great deal was going to be a waste of money if we couldn't get it up to the bedroom. I so knew it would fit, he just needed to see my skills. Well, I was confident it would fit until it actually got here. Ummh, how come it is so much bigger then I imagined? (It should be the same size as the one we already have.) Not that I made mention of my concern though because come hell or high water, I was not going to be wrong.
Well, Andy is asleep right now on our new mattress set and I am downstairs wondering how in the heck I am going to get the banister put back up. I made Andy and the delivery guy take it down because they just couldnt figure out how to turn the unbendable box spring just right and it kept getting stuck. Yes, although I did sweat just a bit, the new bed did in fact, make it upstairs.
On another note:
I have some of the cutest Halloween picture and others of sorts that I have been wanting to blog about, but I cant figure out how to get them from the file they are in, onto a CD. It should not be that complicated, but for some reason, it has really been a time waster for me. Maybe I'll ask for help from someone who knows more about PCs then I do (which shouldn't be hard).
School is still going well. Madeline is about to loose her front tooth and Andy has a wisdom tooth coming in and it seems pretty painful. He is so stubborn. I gave him some Advil yesterday and he finally "tried" taking one today. I say he "tried" because he wont take any more since it didn't help. He only took one 200mg pill. Not sure they should even sell them in such low doses. I guess it makes it look like you got a good deal when you buy 100 at a time. Not so much a deal when you gotta take 4 at a time though. Right? I should tell him that acute pain is really bad on the cardiovascular system and scare him into taking a higher dose so that if not for nothing...at least I might get some relief.
Well, thats it for now. Hopefully it won't take another 3 weeks to make my next post. Once I change the laundry, I'm off to sleep in our new bed. I really hope it is comfortable after all that work. G'night.
Wednesday, October 17, 2007
Some Survey...
My sister Lori sent me this survey. It seems like good blogger foddle, so here goes...
What time is it?
7:33PM
Your full name?
Shannon Louann B****
What are you most afraid of?
The unknown
What is the most recent movie that you have seen in a
Theater?
Honestly, I cant remember... was it Knocked Up?
Place of birth?
OKC, OK
Favorite food?
Cold cereal
What's your natural hair color?
Blond
Ever been to Italy?
Nope
Ever been toilet papering?
No
Love someone so much it made you cry?
Yes!!!
Been in a car accident?
Yes 7 times or else I lost count somewhere -not all my fault though. The first one was two days before my sister Rachael's wedding and it was in her car. I pulled out onto a two lane highway and got T-boned by a small truck. She helped me pick glass out of my face just hours before she got married. None of the rest were my fault. I learned my lesson.
Favorite day of the week?
Friday. I love Friday night because I spend it quietly at home with my family and my house is usually clean.
Favorite restaurant?
Bamboo Garden in Seattle WA they have the best vegetarian food ever!! It is my sister Lori's favorite too.
Favorite sport to watch.
Gymnastics and cheer leading. They get me every time.
Favorite drink?
Diet Coke
Favorite ice cream?
Chocolate almond
Ever been on a ship?
Yes, I went on a cruise to the Bahamas last year with my best friend that I joined the Army with. It was so my idea (joining the Army). We didn't even know each other before then either. I just happened to work with her and while we were on break on day, I just said, "Hey, I'm thinking about joining the Army, want to join with me?". And, her reply? "Okay, sure." We've been best friends every since.
What color is your bedroom carpet?
I don't have any.
How many times did you fail your driver's test?
The written test? 3 times. My sister Lori and I passed our actual driving test on the same day though. I passed it the first time. As far as the written one... Who knew a bicyclist has the right of way. Lori clearly stated the "duh" that day and I never forgot it: "Well, its not like you can just hit em!"
Before this, from who did you get your last
email from?
Lori
Bedtime - Around 11:00pm
Favorite TV show –
It's a toss up between Desperate Housewives and Gray's Anatomy.
Last person you went to dinner with - Andy and Madeline just took me out to dinner tonight (It is my Birthday!)
What were you doing at age 31 and 32 –
I'm in school again.
What are your favorite colors –
Pink and brown
How many tattoos do you have ?
My mother reads this.
How many pets do you have?
None
Which came first, the chicken or the egg?
Chicken
What do you want to do before you die?
Be in a family portrait with at least 4 generations under me.
Have you ever been to Hawaii?
No, but I did go to Alaska. That is worthy of mentioning, Don't ya think?
Have you been to countries outside the U.S.?
Yes, Canada, Mexico, El Salvidor, Bahamas, Jamaica.
Time this survey ended?
– 7:52pm
Okay Francie... You're next. Oh, and Adam's mom.
What time is it?
7:33PM
Your full name?
Shannon Louann B****
What are you most afraid of?
The unknown
What is the most recent movie that you have seen in a
Theater?
Honestly, I cant remember... was it Knocked Up?
Place of birth?
OKC, OK
Favorite food?
Cold cereal
What's your natural hair color?
Blond
Ever been to Italy?
Nope
Ever been toilet papering?
No
Love someone so much it made you cry?
Yes!!!
Been in a car accident?
Yes 7 times or else I lost count somewhere -not all my fault though. The first one was two days before my sister Rachael's wedding and it was in her car. I pulled out onto a two lane highway and got T-boned by a small truck. She helped me pick glass out of my face just hours before she got married. None of the rest were my fault. I learned my lesson.
Favorite day of the week?
Friday. I love Friday night because I spend it quietly at home with my family and my house is usually clean.
Favorite restaurant?
Bamboo Garden in Seattle WA they have the best vegetarian food ever!! It is my sister Lori's favorite too.
Favorite sport to watch.
Gymnastics and cheer leading. They get me every time.
Favorite drink?
Diet Coke
Favorite ice cream?
Chocolate almond
Ever been on a ship?
Yes, I went on a cruise to the Bahamas last year with my best friend that I joined the Army with. It was so my idea (joining the Army). We didn't even know each other before then either. I just happened to work with her and while we were on break on day, I just said, "Hey, I'm thinking about joining the Army, want to join with me?". And, her reply? "Okay, sure." We've been best friends every since.
What color is your bedroom carpet?
I don't have any.
How many times did you fail your driver's test?
The written test? 3 times. My sister Lori and I passed our actual driving test on the same day though. I passed it the first time. As far as the written one... Who knew a bicyclist has the right of way. Lori clearly stated the "duh" that day and I never forgot it: "Well, its not like you can just hit em!"
Before this, from who did you get your last
email from?
Lori
Bedtime - Around 11:00pm
Favorite TV show –
It's a toss up between Desperate Housewives and Gray's Anatomy.
Last person you went to dinner with - Andy and Madeline just took me out to dinner tonight (It is my Birthday!)
What were you doing at age 31 and 32 –
I'm in school again.
What are your favorite colors –
Pink and brown
How many tattoos do you have ?
My mother reads this.
How many pets do you have?
None
Which came first, the chicken or the egg?
Chicken
What do you want to do before you die?
Be in a family portrait with at least 4 generations under me.
Have you ever been to Hawaii?
No, but I did go to Alaska. That is worthy of mentioning, Don't ya think?
Have you been to countries outside the U.S.?
Yes, Canada, Mexico, El Salvidor, Bahamas, Jamaica.
Time this survey ended?
– 7:52pm
Okay Francie... You're next. Oh, and Adam's mom.
Thursday, October 4, 2007
YEA FOR ME!
I'm not sure if it was a fluke that will never happen again or if it is the beginning of a new trend, but for the first time EVER, I got the highest test grade in our class today. The Unit exam was on Growth & Development and Immunizations. I'm still in shock with the 98%. Woo Hoo!
We started clinicals a couple weeks ago in long term care and today we moved on to acute care. Its really exciting, but at the same time it is a bit intimidating. I might consider working Med Surge for at least a year or two as an LPN while I finish the Associate program, (just for the experience though) because I haven't changed my mind about working in long term care. Eventually, I hope to get into administration, but that is a ways off.
We started clinicals a couple weeks ago in long term care and today we moved on to acute care. Its really exciting, but at the same time it is a bit intimidating. I might consider working Med Surge for at least a year or two as an LPN while I finish the Associate program, (just for the experience though) because I haven't changed my mind about working in long term care. Eventually, I hope to get into administration, but that is a ways off.
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