As I sit here, the television is off and the boys are actually playing somewhat nicely together. Noah is picking on Nathan. He lays on top of him and grabs at his feet when he is walking. They are true boys. Nathan will take it for a while, then he wallops him. I still enjoy being at home with them.
We are going to try a new angle on the potty training scenario. We've used books, videos, singing potty chairs and toilet rings to no avail. At one time, I used underwear with plastic pants......it didn't work. I think I am going to try just the underwear. Maybe he will go if there is wet trailing down his legs. At 3 1/2 years old, I thought he'd be trained by now, but I have discovered that he is STUBBORN in this area. He doesn't want to slow down enough to take the time to go to the bathroom. We are working on it constantly. It's time to get really serious.
I think Noah will be easier because he wants to do whatever brother is doing. Wish us luck!
On another note, my mom's leg is slowly beginning to heal. It's been about 5 months and it is just starting to show signs of growth in the bone. This is do to electric stimulation. She is going to start physical therapy again this Wednesday. I know she is ready to get her independence back, so she is working hard. God is healing her in His time. It has been a truly humbling experience, but she is doing great!
Monday, January 25, 2010
Thursday, January 21, 2010
Random Thoughts....
I am hurting for my dear friend Shannon today. She is helping her family get through the loss of her beloved grandfather. He was a believer in Christ so she also has reason to rejoice because he is now in the arms of Jesus and has no more pain. I am so glad that I have that hope to live for.
I am also worried for my friend Carolyn. In this age of healthcare reform, she is getting jerked around by doctors that "don't want to take THAT insurance." It's nice that we want to help people that need insurance, but if the doctor won't see them, what difference does it make. I know God will take care of the problems she is having, but it tends to frustrate her and I feel her pain.
My precious ornery boys are still battling sickness. Nathan is coughing so hard at times that he will throw up. Noah is coughing too and running a low grade fever again. We may just isolate ourselves in the house for a couple of weeks so we can get rid of this. I've santized the whole house so I hope that helps. My poor humidifiers are going to burn up at this rate! Even so, the boys still want to play constantly (Nathan did at 3am last night) and don't show many outward signs of illness. I'm doing a lot of praying right now.
Finally, my Mom is just finishing up a doctor's appointment about her broken leg. It has been over 3 months with no signs of healing yet. I hope she gets positive news today. They have been trying a new treatment. I should find out soon if it is working. She is an active woman and this is getting her down. She is learning to adapt, but I know she wants to hop in the car and go someplace on her own.
Through all of these things, God is good and will take care of us. We all just have to trust Him and let Him do things in His time, not ours. That is hard for me to do, but I am trying very hard. I am learning patience the hard way, but I am learning.
I am also worried for my friend Carolyn. In this age of healthcare reform, she is getting jerked around by doctors that "don't want to take THAT insurance." It's nice that we want to help people that need insurance, but if the doctor won't see them, what difference does it make. I know God will take care of the problems she is having, but it tends to frustrate her and I feel her pain.
My precious ornery boys are still battling sickness. Nathan is coughing so hard at times that he will throw up. Noah is coughing too and running a low grade fever again. We may just isolate ourselves in the house for a couple of weeks so we can get rid of this. I've santized the whole house so I hope that helps. My poor humidifiers are going to burn up at this rate! Even so, the boys still want to play constantly (Nathan did at 3am last night) and don't show many outward signs of illness. I'm doing a lot of praying right now.
Finally, my Mom is just finishing up a doctor's appointment about her broken leg. It has been over 3 months with no signs of healing yet. I hope she gets positive news today. They have been trying a new treatment. I should find out soon if it is working. She is an active woman and this is getting her down. She is learning to adapt, but I know she wants to hop in the car and go someplace on her own.
Through all of these things, God is good and will take care of us. We all just have to trust Him and let Him do things in His time, not ours. That is hard for me to do, but I am trying very hard. I am learning patience the hard way, but I am learning.
Tuesday, January 12, 2010
Ahhhh....snow!
I love winter! I love the snow and the cooler weather. What I do NOT appreciate is the way it seems to get my babies sick. (Usually both boys at the same time!) They were feeling yucky this morning and daddy made them a (ummmm...yeah) snowman. It was actually a head. Chris says the snowman is hanging from the deck by his head. hahahahahaha He's a good daddy! The boys loved it. Right now I have a sleeping baby laying beside me. Nathan is just hanging out. He has stopped taking naps, but he sleeps great at night. They are both coughing, but we have medicine and humidifiers going. It has been a blessing to be home with them. I have to work this Friday and I almost feel resentful. It will be good for me to get out for a day. I thought Wal-Mart pharmacy was hard, but this is the hardest job I've ever had and I love it! I appreciate all the encouragement friends have given me. We really want to make this work!
I hope everyone is having a good week and being careful. The melting slush is sometimes slicker than the snow and ice. God bless to all!
I hope everyone is having a good week and being careful. The melting slush is sometimes slicker than the snow and ice. God bless to all!
Tuesday, January 5, 2010
The beginning....
I can't promise I will be diligent in maintaining this blog, but I am going to try. I have just started staying home with my little angels. It will be a struggle until we get a routine down. Nathan is pushing his limits already and Noah doesn't want me out of his sight. I hope they don't have a complete breakdown when I go to work a week from Friday.
I really have enjoyed being home and spending time with them. It gives me a freedom to do things that I haven't experienced before. I am going to try and find a teaching job for the fall, but I am going to enjoy myself until then. I am reading a book, yes..an actual book, for the first time in several months. My children actually see more of me than their babysitter. (No offense to any sitters out there) We struggled with the decision for me to stay home....I think it's going to work at this point. I am cleaning and playing with boys and enjoying myself immensley. Thanks to God for the opportunity to be able to do this right now.
I really have enjoyed being home and spending time with them. It gives me a freedom to do things that I haven't experienced before. I am going to try and find a teaching job for the fall, but I am going to enjoy myself until then. I am reading a book, yes..an actual book, for the first time in several months. My children actually see more of me than their babysitter. (No offense to any sitters out there) We struggled with the decision for me to stay home....I think it's going to work at this point. I am cleaning and playing with boys and enjoying myself immensley. Thanks to God for the opportunity to be able to do this right now.
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