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Sunday, August 24, 2008
Home to Rain, of all Things
It is raining- with thunder and lightening- right now. Kind of nice. The afternoon was overcast and warm, just perfect for trampolining. As long as the roof doesn't leak too badly, I don't mind this weather at all.
We arrived home safe and sound following 24 hours of travel. Our flight left Winnipeg for Chicago at lunchtime Saturday which meant that we had lots of time in the morning for last minute tasks, a delicious special breakfast, and some relaxing and visiting with Mom & Dad. Our first flight went without a hitch, and we enjoyed our short stopover in O'Hare. When it was about time to board our next flight it was announced that there was some sort of problem with the windshield gasket so we would have to take a later flight. Which meant that we would miss the last flight to Torreon and therefore had to stay overnight in Houston.
We were impressed by Continental, however. They were prompt in advising of the problem, checked into all the connecting flights, worked with us to make alternative arrangements, gave us food vouchers for supper and breakfast, toiletry pack, and a voucher and shuttle to a hotel. I was glad I had packed some toiletries and spare clothes in case this happened, too. Though Eva was very unhappy with my choice of extra pants and we had a scene in the morning.
The flight to Houston was sweet (except for almost forgetting our laptop in the lounge!). We had three seats across so it was very comfortable. All of us fell asleep in the last part of the flight. Micah went down hard. I was SO GLAD I brought the sling. I just popped him in and he slept right through getting off the plane, waiting for the shuttle, riding on the shuttle, and checking in. I put him down on an easy chair while we waited for his crib, and he just rolled over and kept right on sleeping. Slept through the transfer to the crib too.
The Marriott hotel in which they put us up had possibly the most comfortable and cozy fluffy beds I've ever slept in. Like a baby!! I could have slept forever.
Because of a short sleep and the cozy beds we were in a bit of a frenzy in the morning. Andrew is usually in charge of electronics but because of the frenzy I packed the laptop up. And forgot our brand new iPod on the desk. We had agonized and decided to buy one the very day before we left. We were very impressed and happy with our Nano. So this was a devastating blow. We have called the hotel three times and they are still "trying to find it". We'll see what happens there.
Andrew has been so good to me today! Micah and I had a much needed two-and-a-half hour nap this afternoon. While we were doing that, Andrew and Eva washed the van inside and out plus did the grocery shopping. When we got up they were watching The Little Mermaid and had already finished their popcorn and juice. After that Andrew made penne alfredo with grilled chicken from scratch (mmmmmmmm) plus did all the dishes. I sosososo appreciate everything he did today, cuz I was/am exhausted.
I also have this weird thing going on that started yesterday before our flights. A line of soreness that I can trace from the gland behind my right ear (hurts a little when I swallow) down my neck, over my shoulder, down my arm to the inside of my elbow, and all the way to my thumb. It feels like muscle soreness, but hurts a bit to the touch too. It's not all that painful, but I'm getting really curious about the cause. Anybody had or heard of something similar?
We arrived home safe and sound following 24 hours of travel. Our flight left Winnipeg for Chicago at lunchtime Saturday which meant that we had lots of time in the morning for last minute tasks, a delicious special breakfast, and some relaxing and visiting with Mom & Dad. Our first flight went without a hitch, and we enjoyed our short stopover in O'Hare. When it was about time to board our next flight it was announced that there was some sort of problem with the windshield gasket so we would have to take a later flight. Which meant that we would miss the last flight to Torreon and therefore had to stay overnight in Houston.
We were impressed by Continental, however. They were prompt in advising of the problem, checked into all the connecting flights, worked with us to make alternative arrangements, gave us food vouchers for supper and breakfast, toiletry pack, and a voucher and shuttle to a hotel. I was glad I had packed some toiletries and spare clothes in case this happened, too. Though Eva was very unhappy with my choice of extra pants and we had a scene in the morning.
The flight to Houston was sweet (except for almost forgetting our laptop in the lounge!). We had three seats across so it was very comfortable. All of us fell asleep in the last part of the flight. Micah went down hard. I was SO GLAD I brought the sling. I just popped him in and he slept right through getting off the plane, waiting for the shuttle, riding on the shuttle, and checking in. I put him down on an easy chair while we waited for his crib, and he just rolled over and kept right on sleeping. Slept through the transfer to the crib too.
The Marriott hotel in which they put us up had possibly the most comfortable and cozy fluffy beds I've ever slept in. Like a baby!! I could have slept forever.
Because of a short sleep and the cozy beds we were in a bit of a frenzy in the morning. Andrew is usually in charge of electronics but because of the frenzy I packed the laptop up. And forgot our brand new iPod on the desk. We had agonized and decided to buy one the very day before we left. We were very impressed and happy with our Nano. So this was a devastating blow. We have called the hotel three times and they are still "trying to find it". We'll see what happens there.
Andrew has been so good to me today! Micah and I had a much needed two-and-a-half hour nap this afternoon. While we were doing that, Andrew and Eva washed the van inside and out plus did the grocery shopping. When we got up they were watching The Little Mermaid and had already finished their popcorn and juice. After that Andrew made penne alfredo with grilled chicken from scratch (mmmmmmmm) plus did all the dishes. I sosososo appreciate everything he did today, cuz I was/am exhausted.
I also have this weird thing going on that started yesterday before our flights. A line of soreness that I can trace from the gland behind my right ear (hurts a little when I swallow) down my neck, over my shoulder, down my arm to the inside of my elbow, and all the way to my thumb. It feels like muscle soreness, but hurts a bit to the touch too. It's not all that painful, but I'm getting really curious about the cause. Anybody had or heard of something similar?
Monday, August 18, 2008
Words to Sentences
When we first arrived, Micah was saying a few words. Now he is throwing sentences around! He seems to have found his calling in baseball, and has been saying, "Pitch the ball" quite a lot. He has got the sweetest most compelling way of asking for things- a tilt of the head, a drawn out "pleeease?". This explosion of words came on fast. I'm a little afraid, because Eva is used to being able to talk unimpeded. I sense a lot of yelling in the car in our future as they compete for my ear.
Some of the other cute things he says include using your name when he says thanks, as in "thank you, Papa". If you ask him how he's doing he'll shoot you a bright perky, "good!" He is now using three word sentences fairly regularly, like "in the bath" or "hit the ball" or "hold me please".
He struggles with his S sound and says "oap" instead of soap and "oup" instead of soup. He likes to wear his swimsuit which he calls his "loot".
Some days I miss nice quiet signing but mostly I enjoy seeing him learn to express himself verbally.
Some of the other cute things he says include using your name when he says thanks, as in "thank you, Papa". If you ask him how he's doing he'll shoot you a bright perky, "good!" He is now using three word sentences fairly regularly, like "in the bath" or "hit the ball" or "hold me please".
He struggles with his S sound and says "oap" instead of soap and "oup" instead of soup. He likes to wear his swimsuit which he calls his "loot".
Some days I miss nice quiet signing but mostly I enjoy seeing him learn to express himself verbally.
Saturday, August 16, 2008
Fun Day With Great Friends
The kids and I spent the day at DebnRobnAshe's place today. Fun times!!
Micah getting a ride on Ashley's 50cc motorbike. He wasn't so sure about it at the beginning, but warmed up quickly and absolutely loved it.
Eva getting her ride. The smile says it all!
Eva enjoying some time with her Auntie Deb.
Eva wearing Ashley's feathery bird mask
With my best friend Deb.
Friday, August 15, 2008
Eva's First Movie Outing
Today Eva went to the movies with my parents. They saw Kung Fu Panda. She came home and reported the name of the movie (it was tough for her and my parents coached her on it), then chattered about the really exciting news that she got to have juice and popcorn and (dramatic pause, whispered) coke!
What fun!
Thursday, August 14, 2008
Personal Growth
I'm so excited for Eva! She has struggled with self-consciousness, worries about being laughed at, and often becomes somewhat paralyzed in social situations. Today we went to the park with Marcy and almost-7-year-old Jacob, and while we were there Eva decided to ask another little girl what her name was. This might not sound like a big deal, but believe me, it was a very big deal. She spoke clearly and loudly enough, and was rewarded by "Julianna". Soon after, Eva, Micah, Jacob and Julianna were running around playing light sabers, climbing up the slide and down the stairs. It was a very memorable moment that makes my heart so full.
We have done an awful lot of visiting here, and Eva has met lots of people she doesn't remember ever meeting before. These experiences have grown her so much over just a few weeks. I just want to cheer!
We have done an awful lot of visiting here, and Eva has met lots of people she doesn't remember ever meeting before. These experiences have grown her so much over just a few weeks. I just want to cheer!
Tuesday, August 12, 2008
Fillings
I just got back from having two fillings done. I feel great! Folks, consider talking to your dentist about doing fillings without anesthetic. I don't know about you, but I was always miserable for hours afterward. The drooling, the slurring, the general feeling of grossness... blech.
I had never considered that there might be another way, until my mom mentioned that she doesn't get anesthetic with fillings. I've had three or four done this way now and as long as the cavity isn't too extensive it is totally the way to go. Through most of the drilling I had no discomfort at all. Once he got through the enamel I started to sweat and tense a bit, not because of actual pain but because I could tell there was potential. On one tooth today I got a bit of a jolt once, and a couple of times I stiffened in anticipation. But that was it! Once the drilling was done, it was DONE. The filling itself is no big deal, and then I walked out of the office and into the rest of my day as though nothing had happened.
I had never considered that there might be another way, until my mom mentioned that she doesn't get anesthetic with fillings. I've had three or four done this way now and as long as the cavity isn't too extensive it is totally the way to go. Through most of the drilling I had no discomfort at all. Once he got through the enamel I started to sweat and tense a bit, not because of actual pain but because I could tell there was potential. On one tooth today I got a bit of a jolt once, and a couple of times I stiffened in anticipation. But that was it! Once the drilling was done, it was DONE. The filling itself is no big deal, and then I walked out of the office and into the rest of my day as though nothing had happened.
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