H1N1

I got sick one week before Halloween with flu like symptoms and a sinus cold. About 3 or 4 days later I began to feel human again. After all the festivities for Halloween at the kids school were over (Thursday, Oct. 29) I began feeling yucky again with the shakes and I started having a hard time breathing on my right side -- around 5 p.m. When I informed David of what I was feeling he went into panic mode, but was quick to get the kids over to the neighbors, give me a blessing and get me to the hospital. He hung with me until around midnight and then headed home. Mom had come over to watch the kids, which was a hug lifesaver!

 

I spent 24 hours at the hospital being monitored (baby too) and recieving pain medicine for the chest pain. I was tested positive for H1N1 and had a small amount of pnemonia in my right lung, thus the pain.

 

I ended up missing Chandler's birthday party with his friends, but David conquered the day without me and I was able to get home that night to see him open his gifts.
This ended up being a very miserable experience, but was told that I don't need the shot now. I am immuned to it -- wahoo! Thanks to all who helped our family during this crazy time :)

Spooky and Cute

Went to the kids "Halloween Parade" at school - Chandler is Dracula and Sierra is the Disney Princess Pocahantas!

 

 

Holy Cow.....Literally!

I am a few days shy of 28 weeks -- almost to my 3rd trimester.
2 weeks ago my doctor and I scheduled when I should have the baby, which is a bonus to having a C-Section. JANUARY 6th is the magic date, unfortunately we found out that only 2 healthy adults will be able to visit while I am in the hospital, NO KIDS ALLOWED, due to the H1N1 virus. When Chandler and Sierra found out that they would not be able to visit, there were tears. I'm a little upset too, and there is nothing I can do about it, so we'll just have to do the web cam.

 

p.s. I will post one more body shot before I have the baby.

Gardner Village

Last weekend, we headed up to Gardner Village to a petting zoo, hay maze and pony ride, as well as, to see all the "Witches" that were there. It was geared toward little kids so Chandler was not as impressed, but Sierra loved all the fun shops, so her and I will have to head up there sometime without the guys. And Eli's favorite part.... petting the pigs!

 

 

 

 

Cub-Anapolis

For Scouts, Chandler participated in a car race where they had to make their own car (with help from dad). Then the family (the Pit Crew) had to come and support our driver as he raced.
David helped Chandler make the car, but he couldn't be there so Sierra and I were the "Pit Crew". Chandler's car was WAY cool, and he had a great time. He also received his Wolf badge and a silver arrow too. For dessert we had "Fat Tires", which are a scoop of ice cream on top of a donut with chocolate sauce on top. It was a good time.
Way to go Chandler!

 

 

Replay

Love it!

I convinced Sierra to be "Pocahantas Princess" for Halloween and my mom was willing to make the costume, and this is what she was able to do.
I love it! My mother is such an amazing semstress and best of all, Sierra LOVES it! Thanks mom!

 

Orthodontist Needed ASAP!

 

 

Goofy!

 

Eli and I are outside playing and when I turn around to see what he is getting into, this is what I see.....never a dull moment!

Kelly Clarkson's "Already Gone"

Can I have my sanity back?

 

I love my little Eli, but lately he has been disturbing every nook and crany in the house. Creating caos everywhere he goes, because he has learned to open doors. Getting into the pantry for snacks, invading Sierra's closet to undo all the games, wanting to eat an entire tube of toothpaste from the bathroom, getting into my wallet for money and gum that's in my room -- and the list goes on and on. Needless to say, it has been affecting the mood in our home for EVERYONE, so I rushed out to Wal-Mart this morning and purchased these fancy little devices for the door knobs and I'm glad to say that he can NOT open them now. Yay for modern inventions that make my job a tad easier!

It's My Time

One on One

I have really enjoyed hanging out with this little guy by myself -- since the kids went back to school. He loves to sit next to me and watch Curious George, is a pretty good lunch date and loves to dive into bed for nap time. However, there will be another turkey joining us soon, so I guess we better not get to comfy in our ways ;)

 

ARRRRRRR!

Pirate Island Pizza FINALLY opened and of course we had to go, cause David couldn't stand it any longer (kids too). The food was yummy, the pirate atmosphere was great and the kids had fun. Now we don't have to go back for at least 6 months, right?

 

21st Century Travel

Went down to St. George a couple of weeks ago to visit family and help David's parents clean out their house. The visit was enjoyable, the kids were great and we were able to see Renee and Rusty and their newest addition to the family...Brody.