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I know I've been MIA for a while.
I figured since I've been really MIA for the last little while I'd
write to let you all know what I've been up to. I lurk every now and
then but I've got a full plate right now. I have about a full week's worth of posts to really go over and find out what's new with all of you. BUT (
) If you want to make it easy on me you could all just post it here so I don't miss anything.
We are on the search for our first house so I've been scouring the net for a couple to go look at and so far have found my favorite (link if you are interested) We are working with my sister through it since she just became a licensed financial consultant and has a number of resources through her work we can use.
I found another lump a couple days ago, this one is in my armpit. Oy. I haven't told Russ (or anyone yet) and have been feeling really drained lately. I know I have to go see my doc again but since nothing came of it last time I'm still looking for a reputable doctor for a second opinion.
I have to take Gibson to an ADHD clinic in a couple weeks. He's been put on a higher dose of Ritalin and has improved dramatically in school. I'm so proud of him, he was named the Person of Honor on Tuesday at the school assembly. His behavior at home, however, is still not as good as I had hoped. I take the boys sledding, for walks, play with them every day and still as soon as 7pm rolls around he just snaps. It is seriously scary, it's like a switch has been turned on and he just becomes violent and angry over the tiniest little issues. For example, I had asked him to turn his 3DS down a little bit and he threw the biggest tantrum I've ever seen. He told me I was a stupid mom and that I'm useless and he needed a new mom who cared about him. Throwing toys and trying to hurt himself all because I asked him to turn the volume down oh his 3DS. So this clinic will help not only Gibson, but Russell and myself as well. It is supposed to teach us (more or less) how to deal with him when these kind of mood swings happen.
Izaac is really following in Gibson's footsteps. I can't tell if he's got ADHD too or if he is really just trying to be like his brother. I guess I'll find out in a couple years. This boy is a total monkey. He literally climbs walls, cupboards, and just about anything else that is "climbable". Jumps on every surface you can think of, and then jumps off. Now he decided he's not going to eat ANYTHING unless it has some sort of sugar in it. I refuse to give him candy or juice anymore so he's been complaining a lot that his tummy hurts, no doubt because he's hungry. I don't know how to get him to eat. He now turns his nose at all his favorite foods (green peppers, broccoli, carrots), and won't drink milk unless it has chocolate in it. At least he likes his vitamins. I wish kids came with a manual.
My little sister is coming to stay with me next week. She has a course in the city she is taking for esthetics. I'm excited to get to spend some time with her. Then next weekend my older sister is coming to stay with me. She has a training course in Winnipeg and needs me to pick her up from the airport. Also, very excited to spend time with her.
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Re: I know I've been MIA for a while.
Wow Donna, you really do have a lot on your plate!
Not much new with me. Still staying at home with Darian and going about our weekly routines - swimming once a week, visits with grandparents, playdates.
I'm glad you've been making progress with Gibson and I hope he continues to improve. I know it's a scary thought that Isaac might be following in his footsteps, but keep up what yor'e doing - you're a great momma!
Vibes that your own health issues check out to be nothing as well.
How's your business going? Or is that on hold given everything else?
Baby #2: Surprise BFP 9.19.12, EDD 5.24.13, natural m/c 10.19.13 at 9w
Ooh that's a great looking house!
BUT in the interest of Internet safety, might I suggest that you remove the link, since it has the address of the house listed there
Maybe you could pull a few pics to post on here instead.
Baby #2: Surprise BFP 9.19.12, EDD 5.24.13, natural m/c 10.19.13 at 9w
You've been super busy! I am glad that things are getting better with Gibson and I hope he can get through his 7pm meltdowns.
That's a great house. It's huge! Lots of kids friendly spaces.
But don't neglect yourself get to a Dr!
I was just thinking of you today and wondering how things were going so I'm glad you checked in.
I do hope that the ADHD clinic helps you guys out with Gibson and that Izaac is just going though a phase.
Good luck with house hunting and make sure to get checked out and get your second opinion.
Thank you all. Um I'm kinda internet stupid sometimes and honestly didn't even see the address was posted on that site. I thought it was only on the remax site haha. Jeeze. I'm not sure how Russ feels about that one yet, he really didn't say a whole lot about it but I LOVE the coziness of bi-level houses.
As far as my businesses go, I have put it on hold for a little while. I don't advertise as much, but I still get clients through word of mouth. I decided to put the event planning on hold for a little longer until maybe Izaac starts school full time. It's just too hard right now to do it with him being so young still.
I'll keep you gals informed on what happens at this ADHD clinic. I'm curious to know what it will be like and if it's going to be helpful or not. If it's anything like his therapy sessions were I don't know if I will find any use for it. Pretty much all I got from that was to be patient and the therapist even told me to lock him in his room while he is having his "episodes". Hu, yeah...right. Like that's going to happen.
I think I'm going to go in and see my doc. tomorrow. Russ may have broke his thumbs a few weeks ago and just yesterday went for x-rays and they called him back today already saying they need to see him. I think I'll just go in with him and see if the doc can feel this lump too. Maybe give me some pain relievers for my excruciating pain I have in my face. It's a severe case of tempromandibular joint dysfunction that I've been trying to treat for quite some time. Basically, it's that clicking sound in your jaw joint but mine is affecting everything from my sinuses to my spine. It's incredibly painful and most days I can't eat. I almost wish I could trade myself in for a better version haha.
How awesome is it staying home with Darian? I love being a SAHM but lord know's it's not easy some days. Darian is such a cutie pie. All these new babies almost makes me want another one. BUT I'm glad I'm done with diapers and teething and all-nighters.
Oh my. Ya I checked it out and wow... the address is posted plain as day hey? Yikes. I'll just remove the link now. I'm pretty sure I should just go to bed.
Oh I love it! I love watching him grow and develop, and I love having this time to develop a bond with him. I love that sometimes when he fusses, he calms down as soon as I pick him up - I take that to mean that he wanted me (and just me)! My stress level is so low - it's busy for sure, but I'm not making any big decisions that will change the world, ya know?
I think I'll be ready to go back to work when it's time, though. As much as I love spending time with him, I think that by the time he's a year old, the daycare provider we've chosen will be better able to stimulate and teach him than I will. He is such a curious kid, he'll love having other kids to play with and all the activities he'll get to do at daycare, I think.
Baby #2: Surprise BFP 9.19.12, EDD 5.24.13, natural m/c 10.19.13 at 9w
I love the bones in that place. There is a ton I would change, like the kitchen, light fixtures and the hideous sinks in the washrooms. I love the outside. The deck is huge and there is still a fairly large yard. I'd add a bajillion flowers and small shrubs around the deck. I love doing that sort of stuff and am pretty handy. I'm hoping I can talk DH into going to see it some time this week before he goes back to work. I've looked at about 200 houses online already and liked the layout in this one the best. It's got everything I really wanted, like a fenced yard, deck, garage, 4 bedrooms (+1 in the basement), 3 baths and vaulted ceilings and a fairly open floor plan. That's been tough to find.
I will most definitely try and keep you updated as much as possible after the clinic. It's going to be a lot of info to take in, so I'm hoping that Russ being there we will be able to retain all the information between the two of us that we need.
Isn't it sweet how little boys always want their momma to make them feel better or to just cuddle? I am amazed at how curious (and destructive!) little boys are. It simply amazes me. Girls are fantastic! they are clean, quiet, and perfect little princesses, but I wouldn't change the destruction and curiosity for the world. It's so much fun watching them discover everything.
I love that you are so on top of things and already have a daycare picked out. Gosh I was so not on the ball there. I waited until I decided to go back to work to figure that one out. Not the best decision, but I didn't know any better.
I've been thinking about you. I will trust what the other ladies said, and am sure the house is beautiful. Good luck with the house hunting process.
Also I hope everything works out with the ADHD clinic, please keep us posted.