of perfection, confection, and a wish...
Of life, the godmother of lilt,
Bending, breaking at full-tilt,
Of bragging, begging, laying piers,
A life asea, lads, I aspire"
(Anonymous)
Tuesday, April 14, 2015
Sunday, March 15, 2015
Late and quiet night. It's been ages. Many moons and stars. Silas and I are doing swimmingly here in York. Small town, simple life. I've been teaching autistic children, one on one, since November. After my training and certification, I thought I knew what I was doing. I was more than a fool. These kids are amazingly complex. I feel as if I learn more from them than they do me! It definitely gives me more perspective on the term "perspective." Silas will transfer to my school next year, as he's grandfathered into it because I teach there. Our morning commute will be easy.
We spent our day realizing that our Kindle has free movies ... this after owning it for 3 Dammed years! I'm that person that prefers an abacus to a calculator. So, this makes sense. I loath technology. Anything without a spongey brain, I dare not trust. Period. I'd rather go head to head with a rabid coyote than plug-in devices. Again .... period.
So, that's my exciting report. Next time I'll be sure to include more drama .... which means I'd have to stir the pot. Honestly, don't have it in me. I'll try to hire someone.
Xoxo
Anna
We spent our day realizing that our Kindle has free movies ... this after owning it for 3 Dammed years! I'm that person that prefers an abacus to a calculator. So, this makes sense. I loath technology. Anything without a spongey brain, I dare not trust. Period. I'd rather go head to head with a rabid coyote than plug-in devices. Again .... period.
So, that's my exciting report. Next time I'll be sure to include more drama .... which means I'd have to stir the pot. Honestly, don't have it in me. I'll try to hire someone.
Xoxo
Anna
Wednesday, January 15, 2014
A YEAR ... and many (more) changes ...
Hello all ...
It's a been a million and one minutes since I last posted. Life has a way doing that sometimes. In my case, it's been for the best. Life had taken a toll on this old lady. It was time to regroup. After the ol' divorce, losing my job, and with the cost of living in a beloved city that wasn't "beloving" me financially, I decided to circle the wagons and head back to home base: South Carolina.
In August, we made the LONG-ASS trip back home. And let me tell you, it was quite the trip. Our beloved Matthew rallied and was with us the entire 3,000 miles. To say it was a circus for which we should have charged admittance is an understatement. Silas and Matthew in a U-Haul. The HUGE dogs, my cat, and me in my jacked-up Honda Civic. We skirted tornadoes, met WAY too many people that your soul should never witness, served by drunken Vietnam Vets, decided we weren't fans of Utah, Silas' "awe Mama, look 'langerreee'", and slept in bathtubs when one (me) snored too loudly.
Fast forward to life on the farm now. We have settled in wonderfully. Miss our Seattle family and life there. But, there is a certain something about being able to go out in our own forest, our own pasture and play. And, play we do. Either on the four-wheeler, or heading out into absolutely NOWHERE. It's ALWAYS an adventure. Having family so close and active in Silas' life is enormously helpful and joyful. His Nonnie, aunts, uncles, family friends, etc. are CONSTANT figures. It's been fabulous. He's a regular rock star in this tiny town. He has been so thrilled to be here and experience life as I knew it, growing up. He is excelling at school so much that he's, yet again, being tested for gifted and talented classes.
I've settled into substitute teaching. Laugh, as you may, I can tell you that I will ROCK the head coach position at particular schools ... it's only because I make the athletes laugh at my ignorance. But, I have a damned fine red-neck whistle that turns heads ... they know I mean business. Even if I happen to be wearing heels that day. There asses stop and LISTEN!
On a more serious note ... the MOST important note from Silas and myself. Kevin, his daddy, is not doing well right now. After having a tooth infection go septic, he's been hospitalized for nearly two weeks now. The infection has spread to the neck, chest, lungs, and heart. I mention this at the end of this blog, as I hope this leaves everyone with the lasting thoughts of this blog. He is on a ventilator and in ICU. He continues to have daily surgeries, after having his sternum broken open, to debreed his chest of all infection. It's a day-to-day sort of thing, as the infection is a bit sneaky. Daily surgeries insure that the boarders are clean of all infection. Though the distance is hard for me, his Mama and his dear friend Shelly are keeping us updated, as are the nurses. Everyone is rallying and Silas and I are in contact with everyone, daily, about his status. PLEASE, PLEASE keep him in your hearts, prayers, mantras, etc. Today, he seemed to be more conscience of what was going on around him. Good sign.
Sometimes "baby steps" are more brilliant than ANYTHING. We hold him in our hearts.
xoxo,
Anna
p.s. Thank you Shelly for being there, daily, for Kevin. You're an amazing friend to him and us all.
It's a been a million and one minutes since I last posted. Life has a way doing that sometimes. In my case, it's been for the best. Life had taken a toll on this old lady. It was time to regroup. After the ol' divorce, losing my job, and with the cost of living in a beloved city that wasn't "beloving" me financially, I decided to circle the wagons and head back to home base: South Carolina.
In August, we made the LONG-ASS trip back home. And let me tell you, it was quite the trip. Our beloved Matthew rallied and was with us the entire 3,000 miles. To say it was a circus for which we should have charged admittance is an understatement. Silas and Matthew in a U-Haul. The HUGE dogs, my cat, and me in my jacked-up Honda Civic. We skirted tornadoes, met WAY too many people that your soul should never witness, served by drunken Vietnam Vets, decided we weren't fans of Utah, Silas' "awe Mama, look 'langerreee'", and slept in bathtubs when one (me) snored too loudly.
Fast forward to life on the farm now. We have settled in wonderfully. Miss our Seattle family and life there. But, there is a certain something about being able to go out in our own forest, our own pasture and play. And, play we do. Either on the four-wheeler, or heading out into absolutely NOWHERE. It's ALWAYS an adventure. Having family so close and active in Silas' life is enormously helpful and joyful. His Nonnie, aunts, uncles, family friends, etc. are CONSTANT figures. It's been fabulous. He's a regular rock star in this tiny town. He has been so thrilled to be here and experience life as I knew it, growing up. He is excelling at school so much that he's, yet again, being tested for gifted and talented classes.
I've settled into substitute teaching. Laugh, as you may, I can tell you that I will ROCK the head coach position at particular schools ... it's only because I make the athletes laugh at my ignorance. But, I have a damned fine red-neck whistle that turns heads ... they know I mean business. Even if I happen to be wearing heels that day. There asses stop and LISTEN!
On a more serious note ... the MOST important note from Silas and myself. Kevin, his daddy, is not doing well right now. After having a tooth infection go septic, he's been hospitalized for nearly two weeks now. The infection has spread to the neck, chest, lungs, and heart. I mention this at the end of this blog, as I hope this leaves everyone with the lasting thoughts of this blog. He is on a ventilator and in ICU. He continues to have daily surgeries, after having his sternum broken open, to debreed his chest of all infection. It's a day-to-day sort of thing, as the infection is a bit sneaky. Daily surgeries insure that the boarders are clean of all infection. Though the distance is hard for me, his Mama and his dear friend Shelly are keeping us updated, as are the nurses. Everyone is rallying and Silas and I are in contact with everyone, daily, about his status. PLEASE, PLEASE keep him in your hearts, prayers, mantras, etc. Today, he seemed to be more conscience of what was going on around him. Good sign.
Sometimes "baby steps" are more brilliant than ANYTHING. We hold him in our hearts.
xoxo,
Anna
p.s. Thank you Shelly for being there, daily, for Kevin. You're an amazing friend to him and us all.
Monday, February 11, 2013
Many months.... and life changes ....
Dear Lord. I don't even know if this post Will make it out. I am using my new Kindle, as the computer is still defunct. All is well with My Silas and myself. I am a happy single lady. Si is a happy critter having just been tested for the "HICAP" program in the Shoreline School District. This is a gifted & talented program. He isn't aware that these tests are based on that. So, we'll see how it goes. If he tests in, I will have to move him to a different school. So, I have a bit to think about.
In other news, we are heading to South Carolina in April for my sister's wedding. Yes, indeed, I will be a 38 year old (divorcee) Maid of Honor. Silas is standing next to Paul, my precious (soon-to-be) brother in law.
Bless my family's heart .... my wedding toast will be more of a roast! I know, however, they'll love it.
xoxo
Anna
In other news, we are heading to South Carolina in April for my sister's wedding. Yes, indeed, I will be a 38 year old (divorcee) Maid of Honor. Silas is standing next to Paul, my precious (soon-to-be) brother in law.
Bless my family's heart .... my wedding toast will be more of a roast! I know, however, they'll love it.
xoxo
Anna
Thursday, August 9, 2012
Hello strangers...
Wellllll.....
It's been some time now. Actually, it's been over 2 months since my last post.
My computer ate the dust and Silas and I have been busier than 2 bees dancing in a tar bucket full of ... well ... tar.
We have settled into our new home so fabulously. It's the most amazing feeling to be in a lovely home in a lovely neighborhood with lovely neighbors and the loveliest of roomies. Silas has taken to Layla and Cody so well. Dakota, their Daddy, has been such a great mentor to Silas. They've built fences, landscaped, and are incessantly getting my goat. Total "Bromance." Jerks.
We had a lovely vacation in Hawaii with The Outlaws. Not having been there seems a sin to me, as it is a Heavenly place. The smell, alone ... as you get off the airplane ... is enough to make your heart melt. We spent time swimming, sunning, playing, touring, eating, drinking, LAUGHING, etc. We are so lucky to have them in our world. Pics to follow ... as soon as I can get this computer to get pics loaded again.
Last weekend was spent on a gorgeous lavender farm in Sequim owned by a client's parents. She's a fellow actress. I don't generally do wedding hair. The drama alone is enough to make me pull my own hair out. However, I knew that Miss Rebecca would be an easy breezy bride. Plus, it afforded Silas and I a bit of camping time for the weekend.
We camped in the middle of the lavender fields. The first night, we were alone. The next night, a tent city. Let me tell you: sleeping amongst lavender is one of the best nights sleep one will EVER experience. It was divine.
We helped with the set-up of the wedding. We revisited the Olympic Game Farm where Silas punched a llama in the face when he was 2 for trying to steal Silas' bread. We got to meet up with old friends from the acting world ... so, so great to see old pals! Silas, literally, cleared a danced floor to the tune of "Go Silas, Go Silas, Silas!"
Again, pics to follow from our summer exploits as soon as I can figure out how to keep this damned computer charged and stuffs.
Until then, HAPPY SUMMER!!!
xoxo
Anna
It's been some time now. Actually, it's been over 2 months since my last post.
My computer ate the dust and Silas and I have been busier than 2 bees dancing in a tar bucket full of ... well ... tar.
We have settled into our new home so fabulously. It's the most amazing feeling to be in a lovely home in a lovely neighborhood with lovely neighbors and the loveliest of roomies. Silas has taken to Layla and Cody so well. Dakota, their Daddy, has been such a great mentor to Silas. They've built fences, landscaped, and are incessantly getting my goat. Total "Bromance." Jerks.
We had a lovely vacation in Hawaii with The Outlaws. Not having been there seems a sin to me, as it is a Heavenly place. The smell, alone ... as you get off the airplane ... is enough to make your heart melt. We spent time swimming, sunning, playing, touring, eating, drinking, LAUGHING, etc. We are so lucky to have them in our world. Pics to follow ... as soon as I can get this computer to get pics loaded again.
Last weekend was spent on a gorgeous lavender farm in Sequim owned by a client's parents. She's a fellow actress. I don't generally do wedding hair. The drama alone is enough to make me pull my own hair out. However, I knew that Miss Rebecca would be an easy breezy bride. Plus, it afforded Silas and I a bit of camping time for the weekend.
We camped in the middle of the lavender fields. The first night, we were alone. The next night, a tent city. Let me tell you: sleeping amongst lavender is one of the best nights sleep one will EVER experience. It was divine.
We helped with the set-up of the wedding. We revisited the Olympic Game Farm where Silas punched a llama in the face when he was 2 for trying to steal Silas' bread. We got to meet up with old friends from the acting world ... so, so great to see old pals! Silas, literally, cleared a danced floor to the tune of "Go Silas, Go Silas, Silas!"
Again, pics to follow from our summer exploits as soon as I can figure out how to keep this damned computer charged and stuffs.
Until then, HAPPY SUMMER!!!
xoxo
Anna
Tuesday, June 5, 2012
Gentry family reunion...
Now, as we know, these people are what I refer to as my "Outlaws" ... for obvious reasons.
However, that doesn't mean that we don't get our party on here and there.
So, on a beautiful Seattle day, we hopped a ferry and met up with the rest of the Gentry Clan on Vashon Island for a GORGEOUS family reunion.
To say that Uncle Walt & Aunt Diana's home is amazing is dribble. They are settled on lush acres of forest, flowers, and gorgeous views of Puget Sound.
The food was astounding: pulled-pork, salmon, fruit, veggies, breads, corn on the cob, salads, wine, lemonade, AND SIX DIFFERENT PIES.
Back home, those people would have been robbed before the plates came out.
It was so wonderful seeing Silas and his cousin Kurtis play together. They are in lurve!
Kurtis is a damned HOSS. And, he's hysterical. When the wind blows, he looks up at the sky and mimics it. And he's VERY serious about that job. No distractions please.
We spent the better part of the day there ... in "Neverland" ... with such amazing family. And, I do consider them family ... even if Silas & I are adopted.
What a beautiful day.
xoxo
Anna
p.s. Next stop: HAWAII!!!!!!!!!
Friday, June 1, 2012
Congratulations Nonnie/Retiree!!!!
Whelp, the day has officially come. Linda P. Warren is a retired 3rd grade teacher.
That's right. My precious/crazy/loud/prude/not-so-prude/Scotch-swilling(that's right, Mama ... I wrote that, as you can't get fired now)/Lady GaGa lovin'/whistling/silly Mama is now retired after many years of phenomenal service with 3rd graders in the better half of the lower South Eastern states.
As I've mentioned before, simply volunteering in Silas' class is an eye opener. I do it for sport, as I can laugh and LEAVE in a few hours.
However, CRAZY people ... i.e. Mama ... find their life's calling in doing such a job.
I think these people are born with it. They cannot help it. It's like the sexy Sirens calling wayward seamen into the rocks. Is it a blessing or a curse?
All I DO know is that it has been a tremendous blessing for all of the children that were lucky enough to end up in her care and tutelage. Never a better educator has existed, in my mind.
So, CHEERS to you Mama. I am so very proud of you.
A quote that sums it up:
“Teaching is a calling too. And I've always thought that teachers in their way are holy - angels leading their flocks out of the darkness.”
― Jeannette Walls, Half Broke Horses
xoxo
"Pussywillow"
p.s. I still think you're a wing-nut for doing what you do!
Monday, May 21, 2012
Wooo Hoooo ... our STELLAR new home!
Silas and I will be taking up residence at kick-ass new home soon!
We have, a fairly, affordable 2 bedroom place with a great backyard that includes an amazing tree swing and tree house. It's on a quiet cul-de-sac in an area that is chock-full of forests.
We could NOT be more pleased.
It is owned by a client of mine. She's such an amazing lady.
We will have the entire lower portion of the house. There is a big yard for the dogs and our commute will be so very easy.
Plus, I'm a hop skip and a jump away from my Gay Husband ... so, I can have afternoon tea parties in the garden on a whim. Only Travis ....
In any case, we're thrilled beyond belief. Silas is chomping at the bit to move TODAY.
I'm chomping at the bit for a "packing genie" to show up and box up all of our crap.
Not, at all, looking forward to that.
Karma seems to be coming out on our side of late.
For that, I am so grateful.
xoxo
Anna
Saturday, May 19, 2012
The Mosey is on a sleep over date ...
Silas is out for the night.
His buddy, Peter, is one of his favorite pals at school. Pete's dad is a 5th grade teacher at Briarcrest.
So, Silas got to go to their place, swim in their pool, hang with Pete and his brother, and have an amazing evening.
Due to the "Lice outbreak" in class, Ann and I were talking about how we have been scraping our children's heads to make sure they aren't ridden with lice.
If it happens, it happens. Looks like the boys are clear.
Hell, I had it 3 times as a young girl. So, Silas has been told that we'll wait and watch .... and, if'n you get it, NO BIG DEAL. Happens to the best of us.
I've noticed many of the girls being absent this week. I was, also, told that only particular kids were taken to "Nurse Gary" (Silas' favorite person) to get checked. He's the only boy that I know that got checked. I imagine it's because of his seating arrangement .... AND ... that he spends lots of time with the girls. That's not from me. That is from their own MOTHERS. He's a man's man. But, he's a bit of a flirt.
I'm screwed!
xoxo
Anna
His buddy, Peter, is one of his favorite pals at school. Pete's dad is a 5th grade teacher at Briarcrest.
So, Silas got to go to their place, swim in their pool, hang with Pete and his brother, and have an amazing evening.
Due to the "Lice outbreak" in class, Ann and I were talking about how we have been scraping our children's heads to make sure they aren't ridden with lice.
If it happens, it happens. Looks like the boys are clear.
Hell, I had it 3 times as a young girl. So, Silas has been told that we'll wait and watch .... and, if'n you get it, NO BIG DEAL. Happens to the best of us.
I've noticed many of the girls being absent this week. I was, also, told that only particular kids were taken to "Nurse Gary" (Silas' favorite person) to get checked. He's the only boy that I know that got checked. I imagine it's because of his seating arrangement .... AND ... that he spends lots of time with the girls. That's not from me. That is from their own MOTHERS. He's a man's man. But, he's a bit of a flirt.
I'm screwed!
xoxo
Anna
Thursday, May 17, 2012
The time has finally come ...
... to make a new life for myself and my precious Critter.
I spent the better part of yesterday at my attorney's office (pro bono - and she is the kindest person EVER!) ... and at the damned court house downtown.
Now, I'm not certain if any of you 3 readers have gone through a divorce. But, when your attorney says "let's do it today ... you okay with that?" I HIGH-FIVED HER. I just assumed that I was going to file some random stuffs through her.
Not the case.
She was making sure that everything was taken care of that day. PERIOD.
A walk-about later, we ended up at the damned court house.
I had to stand ... BY MYSELF ... in front of a judge in a courtroom to explain my situation.
Funny thing ... I didn't say anything but "thank you". He looked at all the paperwork, as I stood there, and was so kind. Pretty clear what his thoughts were.
Gotta say, after he signed everything, I thanked him, turned my back, started crying, and walked out of the court room.
I felt like an idiot for a moment. Not the biggest crier, normally.
Then, I felt this HUGE weight off of my body and soul.
I cannot explain how amazing that feeling is. Just to be done with drama, child neglect, lying to ones spouse, verbal abuse, etc.
What EVERYONE of my family and friends has gone through, due to ONE individual, is shocking. How they have rallied in the midst of that is beautiful.
So, we're moving forward.
August 21st will be the most fabulous date ... MARK IT ON YOUR CALENDARS FOLKS ... it's already on mine.
xoxo
Anna
I spent the better part of yesterday at my attorney's office (pro bono - and she is the kindest person EVER!) ... and at the damned court house downtown.
Now, I'm not certain if any of you 3 readers have gone through a divorce. But, when your attorney says "let's do it today ... you okay with that?" I HIGH-FIVED HER. I just assumed that I was going to file some random stuffs through her.
Not the case.
She was making sure that everything was taken care of that day. PERIOD.
A walk-about later, we ended up at the damned court house.
I had to stand ... BY MYSELF ... in front of a judge in a courtroom to explain my situation.
Funny thing ... I didn't say anything but "thank you". He looked at all the paperwork, as I stood there, and was so kind. Pretty clear what his thoughts were.
Gotta say, after he signed everything, I thanked him, turned my back, started crying, and walked out of the court room.
I felt like an idiot for a moment. Not the biggest crier, normally.
Then, I felt this HUGE weight off of my body and soul.
I cannot explain how amazing that feeling is. Just to be done with drama, child neglect, lying to ones spouse, verbal abuse, etc.
What EVERYONE of my family and friends has gone through, due to ONE individual, is shocking. How they have rallied in the midst of that is beautiful.
So, we're moving forward.
August 21st will be the most fabulous date ... MARK IT ON YOUR CALENDARS FOLKS ... it's already on mine.
xoxo
Anna
Sunday, May 6, 2012
Friends still passing due to cancer...
Just wondering why I've only known a handful of assholes that have been diagnosed with this disease.
It still amazes me how many people have to deal with it.
I have gotten several new clients at the salon resonantly.
Most of them have been, directly, affected by cancer. Why they ended up in my chair is still a mystery.
In any case, the stories I hear are UNBELIEVABLE.
These people have fought for themselves and their family.
Why is it that Assholes thrive and Good Souls leave us???
xoxo
Anna
It still amazes me how many people have to deal with it.
I have gotten several new clients at the salon resonantly.
Most of them have been, directly, affected by cancer. Why they ended up in my chair is still a mystery.
In any case, the stories I hear are UNBELIEVABLE.
These people have fought for themselves and their family.
Why is it that Assholes thrive and Good Souls leave us???
xoxo
Anna
Saturday, April 28, 2012
Silas fabulous day with even MORE family!
Silas spent today with Grandpa and Grandma Schumacher, Uncle Kyle, & Aunt Tara. They had a fun filled day of playing baseball, playing video games, shopping, playing with the dogs, cuddles, and love.
This boy is going to be hard to drag outta bed for school come Monday.
xoxo
Anna
Friday, April 27, 2012
Spring Break antics!!!
Ahhhhhhh ... the good life. Silas is hog heaven right now, visiting with friends and family in Yaki-Vegas!
I think he's been on the move more than he's been in 6 months. He's is EATING it up.
Grammie and Grandaddy have kept him busy with visits with family, playing ... nonstop, running around the yard with Grandaddy - playing super heros, etc.
Tomorrow he will spend some fabulous time with his Grandma & Grandpa Schumacher. He is SO looking forward to it.
I have a feeling, when this critter gets home, he's gonna sleep for 24 hours straight.
What an amazing visit he's had.
In the mean time ... I'm missing him something awful.
But, I'm so, so thankful for his time with them.
Fabulous unconditional love and support!
xoxo
Anna
Tuesday, April 24, 2012
New wings for the kindest of BC Angels ....
Ohhhhhh ... sweet girl. What a blessed friend and inspiration you've been to all that know you.
I still cannot believe that you would be checking in on ALL of your friends ... including me ... 3 weeks prior to your passing.
Your grace, kindness, and OVERWHELMING love has left an enormous mark on the world.
Your precious daughters were so blessed to have had you as an extraordinary example of motherhood.
I could only wish to have that strength.
Godspeed, so much love to you & your family, and I'll see you when I see you. I know the "Super-Secret Metsers" greeted you with such fabulousity ... give E-Beth a smack on the ass for me.
Until then, you'll hear from me here and there.
I know I'll hear back.
Love you, Miss Julie.
xoxo
Anna Banana
p.s. here's one "for the road" babe: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QlEglMIsibU&feature=related
Sunday, April 22, 2012
Mosey OUT!!!!
Off he went today. Headed to Yakima to spend his Spring Break with his Grammie, Grandaddy, friends, and other sweet family.
I'm already missing the HELL out of my boy. But, I know he's gonna have the most wonderful time with everyone. In his absence, I will be pulling a massive gaggle of hours at work. This single Mama's got mouths to feed, insurance to pay, and a huge addiction to porn. So, I gotta make it work.
In other news ... whelp ... there is no other news. I love that.
NO DRAMA makes this lady a happy camper.
xoxo
Anna
p.s. And because I won't be able to sing it to him tomorrow morning, as is our daily tradition: Silas "you are my Sunshine, my only Sunshine..."
Wednesday, April 18, 2012
Please help save these little precious critters ...
They are in the Malvern, Arkansas area.
If you need help getting them to you, let me know. I'll try to do what I can.
If you are in AR or any state nearby, please try to make a call to let the shelter know that you're interested.
But, again, you can contact me and I'll try to figure out what I might be able to do to help.
Thank you, thank you!
xoxo,
Anna
Tuesday, April 17, 2012
Hang on my "Little Tomatoes!"
I loves me some Pink Martini. They've been a favorite for years.
This song is so, so sweet and inspirational:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bX2Hg4ldMws&feature=related
This goes out to all that I love that are struggling right now. And there are, unfortunately, MANY.
You know who you are.
Love, love, & more love.
xoxo,
Anna
Monday, April 16, 2012
Ahhhh ... PARENTHOOD ...
... Ain't easy...
But, what a blessing to be able to have a sweet critter (or a few) in your world.
We've had a long few weeks.
I ended up with, yet again, a case a nasty cellulitis. Last time I contracted that nonsense, I lost all of my hair. Still waiting to see if that happens. Not concerned one bit about the hair stuffs.
However, I was hospitalized for 4 days. I cannot EXPLAIN what stellar pals & family I have. Silas, the pups, etc were juggled the whole time by them. I was supposed to be house sitting as well. Add EXTRA stress that I was not able to leave the hospital. Yet again, my AMAZING friends took care of it.
What does a girl do to repay these gifts? I'll figure it out. Always try to.
But, being in "lock down" and having friends rallying was just a reminder of how blessed I am.
Silas was, as per usual, a ROCK STAR. I made sure that day to day "stuffs" were as "normal" as usual for him. I couldn't have done that without the help of my loverly peeps.
Bless my poor family ... in SC and in Yakima ... they were stressed the HELL out being so far away.
But, all's well. My Elephanitis of the arm has cleared up. The reaction to immunizations on the OTHER arm that went rogue are cleared up.
In OTHER NEWS: Went to Silas' Parent Open House last week. What an amazing group of kids and teachers. Cannot believe how lucky we ended up in landing at Briarcrest.
Dear Lord. Those kids are AMAZING!!!!! His art work was at his table and was gorgeous.
He is, as per usual, thriving and such the most amazing critter.
We had a fabulous "date" yesterday with a classmate of his and his Mama. She's a single Mama as well. We watched The Lorax in 3-D. I cannot tell you how much time I spent watching the boys grabbing at phantom stuffs. I missed half of the movie in order to get my giggle on.
In any case, no words can describe how proud I am of him.
Way to go, Mosey.
xoxo
Mama
But, what a blessing to be able to have a sweet critter (or a few) in your world.
We've had a long few weeks.
I ended up with, yet again, a case a nasty cellulitis. Last time I contracted that nonsense, I lost all of my hair. Still waiting to see if that happens. Not concerned one bit about the hair stuffs.
However, I was hospitalized for 4 days. I cannot EXPLAIN what stellar pals & family I have. Silas, the pups, etc were juggled the whole time by them. I was supposed to be house sitting as well. Add EXTRA stress that I was not able to leave the hospital. Yet again, my AMAZING friends took care of it.
What does a girl do to repay these gifts? I'll figure it out. Always try to.
But, being in "lock down" and having friends rallying was just a reminder of how blessed I am.
Silas was, as per usual, a ROCK STAR. I made sure that day to day "stuffs" were as "normal" as usual for him. I couldn't have done that without the help of my loverly peeps.
Bless my poor family ... in SC and in Yakima ... they were stressed the HELL out being so far away.
But, all's well. My Elephanitis of the arm has cleared up. The reaction to immunizations on the OTHER arm that went rogue are cleared up.
In OTHER NEWS: Went to Silas' Parent Open House last week. What an amazing group of kids and teachers. Cannot believe how lucky we ended up in landing at Briarcrest.
Dear Lord. Those kids are AMAZING!!!!! His art work was at his table and was gorgeous.
He is, as per usual, thriving and such the most amazing critter.
We had a fabulous "date" yesterday with a classmate of his and his Mama. She's a single Mama as well. We watched The Lorax in 3-D. I cannot tell you how much time I spent watching the boys grabbing at phantom stuffs. I missed half of the movie in order to get my giggle on.
In any case, no words can describe how proud I am of him.
Way to go, Mosey.
xoxo
Mama
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