I'm too tired to do a full post right now. But this makes me smile everytime!
Monday, August 22, 2011
Sunday, July 24, 2011
Happy Anniversary and other things
Yes, folks, this was our 7th wedding anniversary weekend. Would you like to hear about the big weekend? Of course you would.
Our anniversary weekend coincided with Josh's 10 year high school reunion and a work trip to Odessa (home of his high school) for Josh. Josh got the brilliant idea that we should all go up for the weekend, see some friends, go to his reunion, meet with old family friends for fundraising, and then he would stay for the next few days to work and I would drive home with the kids and his mom. Romantic, huh?
We did attend the reunion. There was a good turn-out. But basically that meant there were a lot of people around I didn't know and Josh maybe knew. We hung out most of the evening with our good friends, Clayton and Holly, and took lots of pictures in the photo booth. It was hilarious how many people said "Oh, I LOVE Kerrville" when we told them where we live. We are reminded that compared with Odessa, Kerrville could be the Garden of Eden.
Sunday night we went out for dinner for our romantic date. That too was an interesting experience. The waitress had about 2 oz of customer service. Half the time she would walk away as she was finishing her sentences to us. She left dirty plates on our table for a long time after we had finished and eventually stacked them all. The lattes we ordered were barely warm and took forever to get to us. While we were drinking them, we sat there watching one of the other waitresses dusting a hanging light fixture in the middle of the restaurant. Really? Is that the best time for that?
For those who are interested, I wore really cute dresses to both events, neither of which did we get pictures. But I did look nice.
Maybe I'll get some of the photo booth pictures scanned in when we get home. But don't hold your breath. I'll be flying solo for a couple days AND be adjusting a toddler to coming home from a long weekend. At least I'll be back in the Garden. =)
Our anniversary weekend coincided with Josh's 10 year high school reunion and a work trip to Odessa (home of his high school) for Josh. Josh got the brilliant idea that we should all go up for the weekend, see some friends, go to his reunion, meet with old family friends for fundraising, and then he would stay for the next few days to work and I would drive home with the kids and his mom. Romantic, huh?
We did attend the reunion. There was a good turn-out. But basically that meant there were a lot of people around I didn't know and Josh maybe knew. We hung out most of the evening with our good friends, Clayton and Holly, and took lots of pictures in the photo booth. It was hilarious how many people said "Oh, I LOVE Kerrville" when we told them where we live. We are reminded that compared with Odessa, Kerrville could be the Garden of Eden.
Sunday night we went out for dinner for our romantic date. That too was an interesting experience. The waitress had about 2 oz of customer service. Half the time she would walk away as she was finishing her sentences to us. She left dirty plates on our table for a long time after we had finished and eventually stacked them all. The lattes we ordered were barely warm and took forever to get to us. While we were drinking them, we sat there watching one of the other waitresses dusting a hanging light fixture in the middle of the restaurant. Really? Is that the best time for that?
For those who are interested, I wore really cute dresses to both events, neither of which did we get pictures. But I did look nice.
Maybe I'll get some of the photo booth pictures scanned in when we get home. But don't hold your breath. I'll be flying solo for a couple days AND be adjusting a toddler to coming home from a long weekend. At least I'll be back in the Garden. =)
Friday, July 15, 2011
Wednesday, June 29, 2011
Big Boy
I took James in for his 2 month check-up finally. He weighed in at 15 lbs 3 oz and is 24 inches long. The nurse said that's typical of a 4 month old. He is in the 90th-95th percentile for weight and 75th for length.
That's my big boy!
That's my big boy!
Thursday, June 23, 2011
James reporting in
Anyways, I'm about 10 weeks old now and getting pretty big. Most of the time I'm pretty chill. I like looking at my sister and I love talking to mommy and daddy. Kate is a great big sister and she helps bathe me and sings to me and sometimes she accidentally bonks me. But I don't think she means to.
A few days ago while we were in Arlington we walked to a playground in the morning. I watched Kate on the slide...
Mommy puts me on my tummy to play but I'm not interested in rolling over yet or pushing up. I'd rather just lie around right now. She gives me time to try to do it but I just cry until she rescues me.
Well, I'm pretty worn out from typing this post. I made some new friends this week and have pictures to share, but mommy hasn't downloaded them yet and I sure don't know how to do that yet. We will share them with you later. See ya!
Monday, June 13, 2011
Sunday, May 08, 2011
Proud Mom
...of a funny little girl who loves muffins as much as her mama does. Yes, that was lunch.
...of a brother and a sister who are already bonding and will hopefully be friends their whole lives.
...of a handsome little guy who has already proven that he's a fighter (and maybe a troublemaker).
...of two beautiful blessings who fill me with joy (and sometimes make me crazy) and are gifts beyond what I could have asked for. (And they obviously were thrilled to be in this picture with me)
And proud wife of an amazing husband who stands beside me, is willing to take on challenges, helps me relax, and tries to take whatever burdens from me that he can.
Happy Mother's Day
(Inspired by a friend's blog, I decided to do my own post)
...of a brother and a sister who are already bonding and will hopefully be friends their whole lives.
...of a little fashionista who has no idea how cute she is. Or does she? She really does walk around wearing those sunglasses.
...of a handsome little guy who has already proven that he's a fighter (and maybe a troublemaker).
...of two beautiful blessings who fill me with joy (and sometimes make me crazy) and are gifts beyond what I could have asked for. (And they obviously were thrilled to be in this picture with me)
And proud wife of an amazing husband who stands beside me, is willing to take on challenges, helps me relax, and tries to take whatever burdens from me that he can.
Happy Mother's Day
(Inspired by a friend's blog, I decided to do my own post)
Monday, May 02, 2011
Small Town
My aunt has been after me to treat myself to a pedicure and Josh was enthusiastically agreeing. So Saturday I called up a new place and made an appointment. I usually just walk-in for things like this because I'm not the sort of girl who schedules a pedicure ahead of time. It's usually like "when I get a chance I'll run in." But I did this time. I left my husband with both kids. They were both sleeping when I left and actually stayed asleep almost the whole time. Lucky guy. Someday soon he will experience the circus of two kids actually awake at the same time.
Anyways, when I met the nail tech who I had the appointment with she said, "You look familiar." It turns out she is the mother of my sister-in-law's brother-in-law. Yup. Josh's brother's wife's sister's husband's mother. She remembered me from the wedding where I was taking pictures.
Kerrville sometimes is a very small town. And she did a great pedicure.
Anyways, when I met the nail tech who I had the appointment with she said, "You look familiar." It turns out she is the mother of my sister-in-law's brother-in-law. Yup. Josh's brother's wife's sister's husband's mother. She remembered me from the wedding where I was taking pictures.
Kerrville sometimes is a very small town. And she did a great pedicure.
Thursday, April 21, 2011
Breathe!
On Thursday afternoon, April 7th, just 40 hours after he was born, James stopped breathing and turned gray-purple. Josh's mom was able to get him to cry after thumping him in the back. We already had an ambulance on the way and we rushed off to the ER. He did it again while we were there. Having our newborn in the ER was a very scary experience. They were putting all kinds of needles into him to try to do blood work, he got a spinal tap to check for meningitis, x-rays, shots, etc. It was awful watching him scream and cry and wondering what was going on with our healthy looking baby.
He was care-flighted to the NICU in San Antonio and had to fly alone while we drove down. Nothing like putting your baby into the care of other people and then driving an HOUR to get to where he is. Our parents were great and packed food and an overnight bag for us. Kate went to spend the night at her friend's house. We had no idea how long this ordeal would last.
When we got there James was hooked up to all kinds of machines -- IV, oxygen, monitors, and a tube down his throat. They were doing vaccines of all kinds until lab work came back. He had a couple more episodes that night. The doctor told us in situations of newborn apnea they keep them in the NICU for a minimum of 5-7 days. Newborn apnea is apparently not uncommon and there is a whole list of things it could be. They had to start looking at and treating the more serious and life-threatening things first and then move down the list.
We were helpless to do anything. In fact, the first 24 hours we had to put on a plastic gown and gloves to hold or touch him. I had to pump because they were controlling his feeding. Josh's dad got us a hotel room which became our "home" for the next 8 days. Yes, folks, James was there just shy of 9 days.
Fortunately, we got one of the best diagnoses it could be in this situation. After 3 full days of being there an upper GI scan was done (we got to watch) which showed a bezoar in James' stomach. A bezoar is an indigestible mass. He probably swallowed some stuff while in the womb and when he started eating it all clumped together in a hard mass. Then when he ate he would reflux and his body would shut down and stop breathing. Crazy! Bezoars are very rare in newborns.
After finding that, he went on a pedialyte diet for about 2 days until the mass was broken down. Then he could go back to milk. And he was hungry! We were hoping to go home once the diagnosis was made, but they wanted him to go 5 days without an episode. So we waited the rest of the week, going back and forth between the hotel and the hospital. We made one trip back to Kerrville to see Kate and she came down once to see us. It was so hard to be away from her and was exhausting to be at the hospital. We took an infant CPR class and tried to make use of our time in SA to run a couple errands.
Finally Saturday arrived (he was admitted Thursday night the week before) and we were ready. Then a scan showed some kidney abnormality. Really? After an intense time of whether they would let us go or not, the doctor arranged for us to come back and do the kidney test as an outpatient procedure. Then we had to wait around for a prescription to be filled. But finally, finally we were on our way home.
Don't you love how they put me in a wheelchair even though I was not treated at this hospital?
It was a really tough experience. It was physically draining (remember, I had just given birth). It was emotionally draining. And as the bills come in, it might prove to be financially draining! (A helicopter ride costs how much!?!) Just kidding, we are not worried about the bills. Our God has always provided for us and we know He won't fail us now.
But we had amazing support from our family and friends. We had prayers covering us from the time we walked into the ER in Kerrville. We had friends waiting for us at the NICU that first night. We had people come visit us and bring us food and gift cards and send gift baskets. We had emails, phone calls, texts, and facebook messages of encouragement, offers to help, and support. It was amazing and we were strengthened by it. We did not ever feel hopeless.
We are so happy to be home now. I have been somewhat on my own with the two kids this week and we are surviving well. We have friends bringing us meals, which is fabulous. Both kids are sleeping right now and I probably should be too, but I drank a protein drink that I thought was just cappuccino flavored, not actually made with coffee. But it was made with coffee, so I'm up right now.
And now so is James. Time to go snuggle.
He was care-flighted to the NICU in San Antonio and had to fly alone while we drove down. Nothing like putting your baby into the care of other people and then driving an HOUR to get to where he is. Our parents were great and packed food and an overnight bag for us. Kate went to spend the night at her friend's house. We had no idea how long this ordeal would last.
When we got there James was hooked up to all kinds of machines -- IV, oxygen, monitors, and a tube down his throat. They were doing vaccines of all kinds until lab work came back. He had a couple more episodes that night. The doctor told us in situations of newborn apnea they keep them in the NICU for a minimum of 5-7 days. Newborn apnea is apparently not uncommon and there is a whole list of things it could be. They had to start looking at and treating the more serious and life-threatening things first and then move down the list.
We were helpless to do anything. In fact, the first 24 hours we had to put on a plastic gown and gloves to hold or touch him. I had to pump because they were controlling his feeding. Josh's dad got us a hotel room which became our "home" for the next 8 days. Yes, folks, James was there just shy of 9 days.
After finding that, he went on a pedialyte diet for about 2 days until the mass was broken down. Then he could go back to milk. And he was hungry! We were hoping to go home once the diagnosis was made, but they wanted him to go 5 days without an episode. So we waited the rest of the week, going back and forth between the hotel and the hospital. We made one trip back to Kerrville to see Kate and she came down once to see us. It was so hard to be away from her and was exhausting to be at the hospital. We took an infant CPR class and tried to make use of our time in SA to run a couple errands.
It was a really tough experience. It was physically draining (remember, I had just given birth). It was emotionally draining. And as the bills come in, it might prove to be financially draining! (A helicopter ride costs how much!?!) Just kidding, we are not worried about the bills. Our God has always provided for us and we know He won't fail us now.
But we had amazing support from our family and friends. We had prayers covering us from the time we walked into the ER in Kerrville. We had friends waiting for us at the NICU that first night. We had people come visit us and bring us food and gift cards and send gift baskets. We had emails, phone calls, texts, and facebook messages of encouragement, offers to help, and support. It was amazing and we were strengthened by it. We did not ever feel hopeless.
We are so happy to be home now. I have been somewhat on my own with the two kids this week and we are surviving well. We have friends bringing us meals, which is fabulous. Both kids are sleeping right now and I probably should be too, but I drank a protein drink that I thought was just cappuccino flavored, not actually made with coffee. But it was made with coffee, so I'm up right now.
And now so is James. Time to go snuggle.
Introducing...
James Cooper Seefeldt
Born on April 6 at 12:26am. He was 8lbs, 4oz and 21 inches long.
We got to the hospital at 11:10pm. The nurse checked my progress and announced that I would not have time for an epidural. She and the other nurse jumped into action getting my IV set up and everything ready to deliver a baby. Niessa, the RN/midwife who I wanted to deliver James and who had helped deliver Kate, was actually the one on-call. She got there at midnight and after checking the monitors to see how labor was going, she checked my progress and said I could start pushing whenever. James was born about 15 minutes later.
It was quite an experience without an epidural. Labor is intense and just gets more intense as the delivery gets closer...which would clearly make sense. I'm glad to have had the experience and to experience it with a quick, easy delivery. I would not have wanted to labor any longer than I did.
My mom got to the hospital around 5am after driving all night. She came to see us and then went to our house where Josh's mom was taking care of Kate. They got her ready in her "big sister" t-shirt and came up to visit us.
Kate loves her little brother and was fond of him right from the beginning. When he cries she says "It's okay, baby James." She loves to kiss his head and touch him. She likes to watch when we change his diaper. She wants me to go get him if he cries in his bed. It's very sweet.
We got to leave the hospital that same night around 9pm. We were really excited to be home and had no idea that would only last about another 19 hours.
Born on April 6 at 12:26am. He was 8lbs, 4oz and 21 inches long.
We got to the hospital at 11:10pm. The nurse checked my progress and announced that I would not have time for an epidural. She and the other nurse jumped into action getting my IV set up and everything ready to deliver a baby. Niessa, the RN/midwife who I wanted to deliver James and who had helped deliver Kate, was actually the one on-call. She got there at midnight and after checking the monitors to see how labor was going, she checked my progress and said I could start pushing whenever. James was born about 15 minutes later.
It was quite an experience without an epidural. Labor is intense and just gets more intense as the delivery gets closer...which would clearly make sense. I'm glad to have had the experience and to experience it with a quick, easy delivery. I would not have wanted to labor any longer than I did.
My mom got to the hospital around 5am after driving all night. She came to see us and then went to our house where Josh's mom was taking care of Kate. They got her ready in her "big sister" t-shirt and came up to visit us.
We got to leave the hospital that same night around 9pm. We were really excited to be home and had no idea that would only last about another 19 hours.
Tuesday, April 05, 2011
Very Tempting
This sounds like a great way to get James here...
Cappellino’s Crazy Cakes in Charlottesville, Virgina makes a Lemon Drop Cupcake that mothers have sworn when eaten, will put you into labor. So far, a total of 19 overdue pregnant women have eaten this cupcake and have gone into labor.
Lori Lawson was several days past her due date, she then decided to treat herself to a Lemon Drop cupcake from Cappellino's Crazy Cakes and within the hour she began to have contractions.
The bake shop owner says the Lemon Drop is one of their best-sellers. She makes a fresh batch every day just in case an overdue mother to be walks in looking for some help.
Lemon Drop Cupcakes May Help Induce Labor
Updated: Friday, 01 Apr 2011, 11:57 AM EDT
Published : Friday, 01 Apr 2011, 10:24 AM EDT
Published : Friday, 01 Apr 2011, 10:24 AM EDT
By: MOLLIE DOBERSEK
myFOXdetroit.com
(WJBK) - You may have heard about inducing labor with spicy foods and sex. But some women in Virginia are claiming cupcakes can also do the trick.myFOXdetroit.com
Cappellino’s Crazy Cakes in Charlottesville, Virgina makes a Lemon Drop Cupcake that mothers have sworn when eaten, will put you into labor. So far, a total of 19 overdue pregnant women have eaten this cupcake and have gone into labor.
Lori Lawson was several days past her due date, she then decided to treat herself to a Lemon Drop cupcake from Cappellino's Crazy Cakes and within the hour she began to have contractions.
The bake shop owner says the Lemon Drop is one of their best-sellers. She makes a fresh batch every day just in case an overdue mother to be walks in looking for some help.
Sunday, April 03, 2011
Book Review
This book review is a long time overdue. I chose to review If God is Good by Randy Alcorn. I have read other books by Alcorn and have appreciated both the style of his fiction and the careful research he invests in his nonfiction. In this book he tackles the immense topic of why a good God would allow suffering.
The book is quite a hefty volume, which I guess should be expected if one is going to really discuss such a topic. Alcorn chooses to take his time laying a strong foundation. He first looks at evil and suffering, explaining the importance of trying to understand them and how they are different. He discusses different world views and the logical conclusion each world view comes to regarding evil, suffering, and the existence of God. He discusses sin and suffering. He also looks at why non-theists have no basis for condemning evil. Then he moves to a Christian world view to talk about God's allowance of evil and suffering, how those are used for God's glory, and how they fit into the overall story.
This is not a light book to read over the weekend. It is not a quick perusal of thoughts about suffering. Alcorn has researched this topic and attempts to thoroughly discuss. I appreciate that Alcorn approaches the subject with concern and gentleness, not from an outside literary interest. I also think this book is not for someone in the midst of great suffering, but rather for those wanting to understand suffering, either from having gone through it or watching someone else suffer. It does not have quick answers and may be a lot to tackle for someone in intense suffering. I would recommend this book for those looking to understand and know how to carefully and thoughtfully discuss the issue of evil and suffering.
I received this book for free from WaterBrook Multnomah Publishing Group for this review.
The book is quite a hefty volume, which I guess should be expected if one is going to really discuss such a topic. Alcorn chooses to take his time laying a strong foundation. He first looks at evil and suffering, explaining the importance of trying to understand them and how they are different. He discusses different world views and the logical conclusion each world view comes to regarding evil, suffering, and the existence of God. He discusses sin and suffering. He also looks at why non-theists have no basis for condemning evil. Then he moves to a Christian world view to talk about God's allowance of evil and suffering, how those are used for God's glory, and how they fit into the overall story.
This is not a light book to read over the weekend. It is not a quick perusal of thoughts about suffering. Alcorn has researched this topic and attempts to thoroughly discuss. I appreciate that Alcorn approaches the subject with concern and gentleness, not from an outside literary interest. I also think this book is not for someone in the midst of great suffering, but rather for those wanting to understand suffering, either from having gone through it or watching someone else suffer. It does not have quick answers and may be a lot to tackle for someone in intense suffering. I would recommend this book for those looking to understand and know how to carefully and thoughtfully discuss the issue of evil and suffering.
I received this book for free from WaterBrook Multnomah Publishing Group for this review.
Friday, April 01, 2011
Kate is 2!
I'm a bit behind posting about Kate turning 2 years old. That's right, folks, my little girl is 2 now. And she's still amazing! On her actual birthday we got breakfast tacos (because the girl LOVES them!) and gave her some of our gifts to her. That evening we had a picnic dinner at the playground and she played and played and played. Of course, I'm having trouble posting those pictures.
That Saturday we had her party. It was an alphabet theme because she's into letters. I made her a t-shirt with a "K" on it. We had letter-shaped sandwiches (thanks to large cookie cutters) and each kid got cookies in his initials (again, the cookie cutters).
At the party we had alphabet stamps to play with and foam frames to decorate with their names. We took a picture of each kid and printed it out for them to take home in their little frame. Big hit!
The cupcakes were a big hit, too! Kate likes to lick off all the frosting first and then eat the cake.
She is a great present opener, pulling all the tissue paper out, piece by piece and then carefully examining each gift.
We are now quite into the "2s," complete with challenges of toddlerhood and the joys of a little girl who is no longer a baby. It's cool to watch her personality continue to develop as she asserts herself and makes decisions. We are constantly amazed by this little girl. What a blessing to be her parents!
That Saturday we had her party. It was an alphabet theme because she's into letters. I made her a t-shirt with a "K" on it. We had letter-shaped sandwiches (thanks to large cookie cutters) and each kid got cookies in his initials (again, the cookie cutters).
We are now quite into the "2s," complete with challenges of toddlerhood and the joys of a little girl who is no longer a baby. It's cool to watch her personality continue to develop as she asserts herself and makes decisions. We are constantly amazed by this little girl. What a blessing to be her parents!
Monday, March 14, 2011
36 weeks
Yes, folks, we are nearing the end of this pregnancy. At this point it seems like I've been pregnant forever. I feel like I'm almost to the waddling stage and getting up off the floor is not as easy as before. Wouldn't be a problem except that I have a toddler who wants mommy to play.
I got my friend, Sally, to take some maternity pictures for us. I got to take hers last summer and now she got to return the favor. We had a lot of fun and I was able to share the tricks and tips I had learned. She did a great job.
Yes, that is a big belly. Oh my.
Thursday, March 10, 2011
I know, I know
An update is long overdue. I'll try not to make excuses. Things have been busy and different lately. We have had some difficult things to work through. We've had some decisions to make concerning our future and where we might be living in a year. Josh has been working really hard with lots of overtime. We are ready to get thing back to normal before our lives are completely rocked with James' arrival. But overall things are going well. Keep reading!
Mommy's helper
Today, Kate learned a new chore. I got the urge to dust and wipe baseboards today. Kate joined me. We put socks on our hands to use as dust-rags and started tackling the house. As I was wiping baseboards I realized that two years ago I was doing the same thing with a huge pregnant belly...but I was doing it by myself. Kate really got into the dusting and wanted to dust everything...even the beds. So maybe she didn't really completely understand the purpose. But at least I had a buddy to do my chores with.
Grief and healing
It's amazing how life can be going along just fine and then tragedy strike so suddenly to try to knock you down. Tragedy that reminds us of our own frailty, our own fallen nature, our own needs for Someone stronger. Sadness that goes deep and comes forth sometimes at unexpected moments.
On Friday, February 11, we found out that our beloved pastor had lost his battle with a serious disease. He was found dead on a ranch where he likes to hunt. He had taken his own life. He had struggled with depression for a while and this time did not find another way out. Our church and our community have lost an incredible man.
I am reminded that our God is a compassionate God, who knows our frailties. Indeed, for He created us with His own hands and sent His Son as provision to bring us back to Him so that we would not wander hopelessly in darkness. Yet in this world we will face trouble, pain, sorrow, and suffering that tries to suffocate us. And God knows the enemy of our souls. An enemy who does nothing but kill, steal, and destroy.
In this month since the incident we have gotten to see that we are a part of a healthy church. We are grieving and learning how to move forward. The enemy has attacked our shepherd. The sheep have not scattered.
On Friday, February 11, we found out that our beloved pastor had lost his battle with a serious disease. He was found dead on a ranch where he likes to hunt. He had taken his own life. He had struggled with depression for a while and this time did not find another way out. Our church and our community have lost an incredible man.
I am reminded that our God is a compassionate God, who knows our frailties. Indeed, for He created us with His own hands and sent His Son as provision to bring us back to Him so that we would not wander hopelessly in darkness. Yet in this world we will face trouble, pain, sorrow, and suffering that tries to suffocate us. And God knows the enemy of our souls. An enemy who does nothing but kill, steal, and destroy.
In this month since the incident we have gotten to see that we are a part of a healthy church. We are grieving and learning how to move forward. The enemy has attacked our shepherd. The sheep have not scattered.
Monday, February 14, 2011
Happy Valentine's Day!
Proverbs 17:17
A friend loves at all times...
BFFs! These girls love each other and are so happy to get to spend time together.
A friend loves at all times...
Wednesday, February 09, 2011
Oh Deer!
Anyone thinking of coming to Texas for warmer weather this winter needs to wait to book a flight. I know it's still winter, but come on. This is Texas.
Today we actually did have ice on the roads. Not covering the roads, but in small patches. We have been a one care family the past couple days because a friend is borrowing Josh's truck. So Kate and I were taking Josh to work this morning. We survived the ice, dropped Josh at his office, and were headed home.
Suddenly, I saw him. A wild, crazy-eyed deer to my left racing across the road I was coming down. He was perpendicular to me, swerving would be no help. With the potential of ice on the road, anything fast was dangerous. All I could do was hold my course.
The crazy animal ran right into my door! He destroyed my side mirror and left it hanging. I watched him flip around on the ground and then get up and run off, so I'm pretty sure he was fine. And fortunately so were we and so was the car (except for the mirror). That's saying a lot because we know several people whose cars have been totaled by deer.
We decided to tape the mirror back on the mount until we can take it in to get replaced. We are really fortunate to not have more damage. Still not the way to start out your morning.
Today we actually did have ice on the roads. Not covering the roads, but in small patches. We have been a one care family the past couple days because a friend is borrowing Josh's truck. So Kate and I were taking Josh to work this morning. We survived the ice, dropped Josh at his office, and were headed home.
Suddenly, I saw him. A wild, crazy-eyed deer to my left racing across the road I was coming down. He was perpendicular to me, swerving would be no help. With the potential of ice on the road, anything fast was dangerous. All I could do was hold my course.
The crazy animal ran right into my door! He destroyed my side mirror and left it hanging. I watched him flip around on the ground and then get up and run off, so I'm pretty sure he was fine. And fortunately so were we and so was the car (except for the mirror). That's saying a lot because we know several people whose cars have been totaled by deer.
We decided to tape the mirror back on the mount until we can take it in to get replaced. We are really fortunate to not have more damage. Still not the way to start out your morning.
Tuesday, January 25, 2011
He's a live one!
I had another ob appointment yesterday and she did another ultrasound to check on things with baby James. He had the doctor laughing with all his silly antics. Baby James was active during the ENTIRE ultrasound - and not just turning his head and waving type stuff. He was pulling his foot up to his face and then stretching it back out. He was putting his hands in front of his face and turning his head away from us and then back to us. He was doing all kinds of things. We have figured out why my blood sugar drops suddenly and I have to eat more and more food just to stay afloat -- this little guy is sucking away all my nutrients and energy!
And he's not such a little guy either. The average weight at this point is about 2.5 pounds. James is looking like he weighs about 4 pounds. It's all based on measurements, so we can't be for sure, but he know he's not little. My doctor said we will check again at 36 weeks to see how big he's getting. Oh boy!
And he has big feet! Which is funny because neither Josh nor I have really big feet. But my brother does, so maybe he's getting it from my side. We got to see a few 3D pictures, too, and it looks like he might have a nose like Joshua. Not a cute little nose like Kate. But if he looks like his daddy, he will be a handsome boy indeed.
And he's not such a little guy either. The average weight at this point is about 2.5 pounds. James is looking like he weighs about 4 pounds. It's all based on measurements, so we can't be for sure, but he know he's not little. My doctor said we will check again at 36 weeks to see how big he's getting. Oh boy!
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