I'm in a funk. I'm feeling blue. Call it hormones, perhaps. Strange things are happening to this now-36-year-old body. Could just be Satan himself trying to bring me down because he knows how much God & I have been talking lately. Whatever it is, I don't like it. I'm not feeling so much like myself these days. And, why is it when we're down, we feel the urge to drudge up more sadness from the past in hopes it makes us feel better today? Seriously, how ridiculous is that?
"Snap out of it already", I hear you saying from the other side of the screen. Don't get me wrong, I know how good I've got it! I'm blessed with an amazing husband who truly loves me as I am. I have two beautiful, healthy daughters. We live in a wonderful home with great neighbors. I have an abundance of precious friends and a loving family. I have a God that cares about me and accepts me in the raw. I have it better than most, I'd say. So, what's my deal?
I battled depression in my mid to late 20's. I don't know if it was triggered by difficult situations of the time or if it's just a chemical or genetic thing since I know there's a history of it my family. In any case, I'm feeling blah. So, I'm going to go have some chocolate, take a hot shower, say a prayer, and go love on the blessings I have! Thanks for letting me have a downer kinda day, friends.....
First Quarter - Check!
I'm feeling better. Don't know if I shared earlier, but I had my third bout of Pink Eye in six weeks. My face broke out terribly with knots, bumps, and splotches. Turns out I had some sort of viral infection that seemed to overtake my left side. (Several people said it looked like Shingles.) Finished up my last dose of meds today and am starting to look more normal. lol Other than that, I'm just feeling a little run down. I've had some emotional ups and downs. I hate losing my patience with the kids, but I feel overly sensitive lately. Don't know if its the virus, hormones, meds, or what - but it's not pretty. I've had a hard time balancing everything the last week or so. Story of my life, huh? We're working some things out though and it really helps. Hubby has committed to taking care of dinner every night. It takes a great load off my shoulders. He's an amazing cook and enjoys it. I am incredibly grateful for that!! I do all the other "stuff", but we are going to have a housekeeper start coming in once a month. I'm super excited about that! I just need a little helping hand here and there. Between homeschooling, the kids, their activities, and church commitments - I just need a little fresh air. What a blessing it will be!!
We are a quarter of the way through school. Can you even believe it?! I think we've found our groove. We still have our ups and downs, but that's part of the parent/child relationship as much as it is teacher/student. We'll be finishing up our first I Can Read It book this week, as well as our first full unit (10 lessons) in Math. That's exciting!! We're still slowly catching up on Science. She still loves her Bible and history stories. Again, still not doing well with the spelling, but we're enjoying a great free website a friend recommended: www.SpellingCity.com. Check it out! It has some great games to play using their spelling words. We may start adding in the Sign Language soon, too.
We did get some disheartening news today that I thought I'd share. I know it could be worse, but I'm honestly a little bummed. Audrey had her repeat EEG a couple of weeks ago. We were hopeful that she had outgrown the Epilepsy, but the seizure activity has actually increased. The test shows that even on medication she is having seizures in her sleep, when she takes deep breaths, and now with certain lights. We now have to be cautious of places with strobe lights, as well as monitor her television & computer exposure. She can't sit too close to screens or watch in the dark (which isn't good for you anyway). Her medicine is going to be slightly increased. And, she we will have to continue the meds and monitoring for two more years before they'll retest her. Again, I know that it could be so much worse. We're truly blessed that we're able to treat this and keep it under control. Please continue to pray with us that it will eventually go away completely.
Hello Fall!
Hello, out there! Shew, have we had some happenings around here! The blog is falling to the wayside again. Sorry. Where should I start? How 'bout if I break down like this....
School: We've almost completed 7 weeks. We've had more good days than bad. (Yay!) I really do see some improvements in reading. I'm working with her to build her confidence. She is capable of reading much more than she is. She surprises herself at times. :) We've just finished reading The Hundred Dresses and will be starting Johnny Appleseed this week in our read alouds. We've discovered the books on CDs. It's a great reward for her. She just finished Beverly Clearly's Beazus and Ramona and is currently listening to The Secret Garden. Her handwriting is continuing to improve despite her aversions. :) She's moving a little slowly in math right now, but I want to make sure she "gets it". Still behind in Science, but we'll keep working! She loves history! Last week we starting studying Medieval times so the whole family went to the Medieval Times Dinner Theater last night. The girls LOVED it! Maddie was mesmerized by the horses. :)
Health - I've been totally depressed about my health and weight lately. I've had pink eye twice in the last month. Then I had some sort of virus and my face broke out in sores. Looks awful! Then, got bit by a spider and my leg turned red and swelled up. Not pretty! I'm feeling better today. I even got myself to the gym (and Greenway) and worked out twice. Hubby and I rode 10 miles on the Trikes today. It was wonderful! Earlier in the week I walked a 5k. It felt good to exercise again. Gotta keep it up!!
Audrey - She had her EEG last week to see if the Epilepsy is gone. We should have results hopefully this week, if not, definitely by the next. I'm praying for complete healing! I'm hopeful she can come off her medicine.
Craziness - Two nights ago, both of our cars were broken into. Sucks. But, I'm fortunate that they didn't take my van. The spare key was in D's car, which is how they got into my van. They only took my GPS (and a half a day of time lost hanging out with the police). They hit several cars in our neighborhood and the one across the street. I'm ok with the GPS, but admit I feel violated. :(
Needless to say, with our week, we had an impromptu "fall break". With Wednesday's EEG, I had to sleep deprive her the night before, so that day was out. Thursday is my normal morning commitment to Bible Study, but the afternoon (usual school time) was filled with outings and getting the van fixed. Then, Friday was a day with the police because of the break ins. We will be finishing up last week's lessons this week and starting on the next week. Thank goodness for flexibility!
That's it for now!
School: We've almost completed 7 weeks. We've had more good days than bad. (Yay!) I really do see some improvements in reading. I'm working with her to build her confidence. She is capable of reading much more than she is. She surprises herself at times. :) We've just finished reading The Hundred Dresses and will be starting Johnny Appleseed this week in our read alouds. We've discovered the books on CDs. It's a great reward for her. She just finished Beverly Clearly's Beazus and Ramona and is currently listening to The Secret Garden. Her handwriting is continuing to improve despite her aversions. :) She's moving a little slowly in math right now, but I want to make sure she "gets it". Still behind in Science, but we'll keep working! She loves history! Last week we starting studying Medieval times so the whole family went to the Medieval Times Dinner Theater last night. The girls LOVED it! Maddie was mesmerized by the horses. :)
Health - I've been totally depressed about my health and weight lately. I've had pink eye twice in the last month. Then I had some sort of virus and my face broke out in sores. Looks awful! Then, got bit by a spider and my leg turned red and swelled up. Not pretty! I'm feeling better today. I even got myself to the gym (and Greenway) and worked out twice. Hubby and I rode 10 miles on the Trikes today. It was wonderful! Earlier in the week I walked a 5k. It felt good to exercise again. Gotta keep it up!!
Audrey - She had her EEG last week to see if the Epilepsy is gone. We should have results hopefully this week, if not, definitely by the next. I'm praying for complete healing! I'm hopeful she can come off her medicine.
Craziness - Two nights ago, both of our cars were broken into. Sucks. But, I'm fortunate that they didn't take my van. The spare key was in D's car, which is how they got into my van. They only took my GPS (and a half a day of time lost hanging out with the police). They hit several cars in our neighborhood and the one across the street. I'm ok with the GPS, but admit I feel violated. :(
Needless to say, with our week, we had an impromptu "fall break". With Wednesday's EEG, I had to sleep deprive her the night before, so that day was out. Thursday is my normal morning commitment to Bible Study, but the afternoon (usual school time) was filled with outings and getting the van fixed. Then, Friday was a day with the police because of the break ins. We will be finishing up last week's lessons this week and starting on the next week. Thank goodness for flexibility!
That's it for now!
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| Enjoying a day at the park |
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| Fun times at the quiet park ;) |
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| Line leader on picture day |
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| BFF's waiting for pictures |
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| One of Audrey's new favs - Pattern Blocks |
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| Medieval Times - The knight threw the flower to Maddie =) |
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| Perfect attire for our evening at Medieval Times |
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| First Grade Picture Day |
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| Picture Day outfit chosen by the 3 year old herself - and then there were press on Princess nails =) |
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About Me
- Kim
- Welcome to my little spot on the web. My name is Kim. I'm a mom of 2 precious girls - Audrey, 11 & Maddie, 8 1/2. I'm married to a fantastic man who I often refer to as "my walking encyclopedia". I love musical theater, singing, crafts with my kiddos, games, and colorguard. This blog is my outlet to share my journey through life. Hope you enjoy the ride with me! Please feel free to FOLLOW ME on this journey! =)
Me and my Sweet Girls
Maddie, 7 & Audrey, 9 1/2
My Wonderful Husband
May 7, 2004
