March is almost over... hopefully all these colds, flu, allergies leave with it. This season has hit us all (even my nurses), but I've gotten it twice and this last one was worse. All this last week I have been on recovery mode, I haven't worked out since over a week ago. I feel much better now, so I plan on starting back up Monday. This week we also went to orientation at Monet's new Jr. High. The school is beautiful and I think that it got her excited about attending there. We also went to open house at her elementary and got a good look at her extraordinary work. Monet's projects really stand out and she does the work all on her own. The girl is crafty!!
Billy boy has been great. He is enjoying his reading sessions with his teacher outside, thanks to the great weather we've been having. He's even turned his head a few times to look at the nurses. Luckily, he didn't get whatever cooties I had last. I did wear masks to bed and in his room so I wouldn't spread the germs.
Billy and I celebrated our 17th anniversary! Wow, where has the time gone?
Next week Monet is off for spring break so hopefully we have a few things in store for her. The following week, Billy Boy has a couple of Drs. appointments. Till then He is Risen! Happy Easter!!!
Saturday, March 30, 2013
Wednesday, March 20, 2013
Is it March 2013 already?
Wow, it's been a really, really long time since my last post. So much has happened where to begin... Well, the holidays were very nice this year. In fact everything since Billy Boys spinal rod fusion has been much nicer. The last year has been his first pain free year since his cardiac arrest. It's the first year that we are able to do things guilt free (for the most part that is.) We have six nurses helping us out at different times and a great agency that has been working with us. Monet and I were both in the Christmas production at our church, then kept busy crafting and baking through the holidays. Unfortunately, one of my best friends (Laling) passed away during the holidays. I've known her since we moved to Cali, she was my maid of honor, my great friend and I miss her dearly.
In January we took a leadership class at our church where Monet spearheaded a ministry to collect books for the Mead Valley recreation center. The ministry is collecting over 1,000 books until May, so far so good. Monet has received straight A's on her report card and is working very hard on various projects. She turned twelve at the begining of the month. Pretty soon we start meeting with the middle school for her transition there.
Billy Boy is hanging tough. Ever since his surgery he smiles and laughs more often. He is now able to sit for three to four hours at a time. We bought him a ramp so he could once again join us in the living room for family time. (It was hard to get his new wheel chair down that step since it's so heavy.) His appointments have been going good since most our annual or biannual now. We still see pain management once a month to fill his pump.
.JPG)
Billy is still riding his bike whenever possible and fishing here and there. I am still trying to shed some unwanted pounds, and even though I weight train three to four times a week, I've been stuck in a plateau for the last year. It's frustrating, but I wont give up! I am once again trying to raise funds for Camp Ronald McDonald for Goodtimes, a camp that helps children with cancer and their siblings. Both of my kids have enjoyed participating there and the camp has touched our lives in ways that I could never explain. If you have a chance to donate please do, here is the link.. http://www.walkforkids.org/faf/donorReg/donorPledge.asp?ievent=1052015&lis=1&kntae1052015=DFE83C980D30469E8BA53FEBDEAAF7D2&supId=324304117
In January we took a leadership class at our church where Monet spearheaded a ministry to collect books for the Mead Valley recreation center. The ministry is collecting over 1,000 books until May, so far so good. Monet has received straight A's on her report card and is working very hard on various projects. She turned twelve at the begining of the month. Pretty soon we start meeting with the middle school for her transition there.
Billy Boy is hanging tough. Ever since his surgery he smiles and laughs more often. He is now able to sit for three to four hours at a time. We bought him a ramp so he could once again join us in the living room for family time. (It was hard to get his new wheel chair down that step since it's so heavy.) His appointments have been going good since most our annual or biannual now. We still see pain management once a month to fill his pump.
.JPG)
Billy and I are still working our small business in Azusa, while we take care of the kid. It's hard because all our nurses got sick, or needed vacations, both kids got sick. If it's not one thing, it's another, but such is life. I thank God every day for the little work we have and for the time to take care of Billy Boy. It is all in his hands and in his perfect plan.
Subscribe to:
Comments (Atom)