I think
I thought
That
True love
Is preferring
One someone
At their worst
Than
Any number
Of other someones
At their most
Prestine
And absolute
Best.
-Tyler Knott Gregson-
Camp Ritchie ~ Day 2 ~ 2025
1 month ago
Friday, February 8, 2013
Saw this...
And loved it. It was seen by my eyes at the perfect time in my life.
Monday, January 28, 2013
14-day Waiting Period
It would be our luck to provide a home to yet another animal that isn't "healthy".
Years ago, we adopted two cats and within the first week, one of them presented health issues. These issue stuck with her/us for the duration of her life in our home.
We have had Rocco for 10 days and yes, he is sick.
We aren't really sure what's wrong with him other than GI issues. Kind of ironic, since Travis was born with so many GI issues. Our cat, Lily had GI issues. Joey has had GI issues in the past.
What is it with us and GI issues?
I am not one who is normally very spiritual, in the sense of God. But I do believe in something. What that something is, not sure, but something.
Something, or someone is testing us. We wouldn't be given these challenges if we weren't thought to be able to handle them. Right?
Nothing is easy, I get that. But, come on, really? We adopt the most loving, mellow, passionate little pup and he too has GI issues?
Of course, when we brought him in to our home, we "applied" for pet insurance. We have paid a lot of money in tests and medical bills in the past for our cat and didn't want to take that chance with our new dog.
Of course, there is a fourteen day waiting period for coverage. So, what are you supposed to do in those first two weeks of ownership if the pup gets sick? Yes, you have to pay. And yes you still have to pay for coverage of insurance. I'm not really understanding the whole logistics of it, but it is what it is. I'm sure once his policy goes in to affect on February 7, he will be the healthiest dog for the next 365 days. At least we know if he isn't, we will have help...
I just want my pup to be ok. He's miserable and lethargic and there isn't anything I can do to make him feel better. It's almost the same as when Travis is sick and I can't explain to him why he feels this way. I'm sure he's confused and scared and other than love him, I don't really know what I can do for him.
We wait.
And see how he does over the next couple of days.
During our 14 day waiting period.
Years ago, we adopted two cats and within the first week, one of them presented health issues. These issue stuck with her/us for the duration of her life in our home.
We have had Rocco for 10 days and yes, he is sick.
We aren't really sure what's wrong with him other than GI issues. Kind of ironic, since Travis was born with so many GI issues. Our cat, Lily had GI issues. Joey has had GI issues in the past.
What is it with us and GI issues?
I am not one who is normally very spiritual, in the sense of God. But I do believe in something. What that something is, not sure, but something.
Something, or someone is testing us. We wouldn't be given these challenges if we weren't thought to be able to handle them. Right?
Nothing is easy, I get that. But, come on, really? We adopt the most loving, mellow, passionate little pup and he too has GI issues?
Of course, when we brought him in to our home, we "applied" for pet insurance. We have paid a lot of money in tests and medical bills in the past for our cat and didn't want to take that chance with our new dog.
Of course, there is a fourteen day waiting period for coverage. So, what are you supposed to do in those first two weeks of ownership if the pup gets sick? Yes, you have to pay. And yes you still have to pay for coverage of insurance. I'm not really understanding the whole logistics of it, but it is what it is. I'm sure once his policy goes in to affect on February 7, he will be the healthiest dog for the next 365 days. At least we know if he isn't, we will have help...
I just want my pup to be ok. He's miserable and lethargic and there isn't anything I can do to make him feel better. It's almost the same as when Travis is sick and I can't explain to him why he feels this way. I'm sure he's confused and scared and other than love him, I don't really know what I can do for him.
We wait.
And see how he does over the next couple of days.
During our 14 day waiting period.
Thursday, January 24, 2013
A new year, Rocco and less chocolate.
Wow.
It has been so long since the last time I wrote in my blog that I forgot my login information.
Instead of writing a recap on the last nine months, I'm going to keep most of it in my handy dandy brain that I've got. So much has gone on that I couldn't even begin to write about it.
Travis is almost twenty months old. That means terrible twos are just around the corner. Joey is thirteen and starting high school later this year. Scary. What's even more scary is that I was a freshman in high school when I met his father...
2012 was sort of like a soul searching year for me. I started meditating more, practicing yoga, running, working out in a manner I'd never done in my life, and I connected with my friends and family more than I had in previous years. I made diet and lifestyle changes that have helped me tremendously and I've now had to give up on my favorite relaxing activity, the sun.
I was diagnosed with Malignant Melanoma in October and had a pretty large area of subcutaneos tissue removed from my lower back. Needless to say, it scared me. It isn't something I got from the sun, but the sun could make it appear elsewhere, quicker. It's genetic and I "got it from my momma" (along with many other beautiful assets I got from her). She too, has been diagnosed...
They did get all of the cancer, however, I have to be seen every six months by my dermatologist for pretty much the rest of my life.
I've made some amazing friends this past year and I think that too plays a part in me not typing away at my computer. My classes kept me busy over the last two semesters and I didn't really have free time to just, write.
Our latest news is our newly rescued Maltese, Rocco. He is nine months old and so far, deeming to be an excellent source of therapy. While Travis has gotten jealous of his new little brother, I think that over time they will become best friends. Joey is still "bonding" with him and I'm waiting for that special moment when they cuddle on the couch together.
It's gloomy today. I feel that it is quite appropriate as I sort of have a dark gloomy cloud lurking over me this week. My ex-husband, who is now one of my close friends, left for his fifth tour in Afghanistan on Monday. My heart goes out to his wife, their four year old son and our own son, Joey. I'm not sure why this tour is affecting me like it is, but I'm hoping the time goes quickly and he and his group are home safely at the end of this year.
I work out. A lot. Some weeks more than others, but lately I'm participating in some sort of "challenge" through the bootcamp I attend. I know I won't win, but it's still fun to challenge myself to the diet changes and the workouts. I'm succeeding with the workouts, failing on the diet. I'm not going to lie, I divulged more than once into the leftover Christmas Hershey Kisses...
Hoping now that life has slowed down I can write more. Wait, didn't I say that last time?
It has been so long since the last time I wrote in my blog that I forgot my login information.
Instead of writing a recap on the last nine months, I'm going to keep most of it in my handy dandy brain that I've got. So much has gone on that I couldn't even begin to write about it.
Travis is almost twenty months old. That means terrible twos are just around the corner. Joey is thirteen and starting high school later this year. Scary. What's even more scary is that I was a freshman in high school when I met his father...
2012 was sort of like a soul searching year for me. I started meditating more, practicing yoga, running, working out in a manner I'd never done in my life, and I connected with my friends and family more than I had in previous years. I made diet and lifestyle changes that have helped me tremendously and I've now had to give up on my favorite relaxing activity, the sun.
I was diagnosed with Malignant Melanoma in October and had a pretty large area of subcutaneos tissue removed from my lower back. Needless to say, it scared me. It isn't something I got from the sun, but the sun could make it appear elsewhere, quicker. It's genetic and I "got it from my momma" (along with many other beautiful assets I got from her). She too, has been diagnosed...
They did get all of the cancer, however, I have to be seen every six months by my dermatologist for pretty much the rest of my life.
I've made some amazing friends this past year and I think that too plays a part in me not typing away at my computer. My classes kept me busy over the last two semesters and I didn't really have free time to just, write.
Our latest news is our newly rescued Maltese, Rocco. He is nine months old and so far, deeming to be an excellent source of therapy. While Travis has gotten jealous of his new little brother, I think that over time they will become best friends. Joey is still "bonding" with him and I'm waiting for that special moment when they cuddle on the couch together.
It's gloomy today. I feel that it is quite appropriate as I sort of have a dark gloomy cloud lurking over me this week. My ex-husband, who is now one of my close friends, left for his fifth tour in Afghanistan on Monday. My heart goes out to his wife, their four year old son and our own son, Joey. I'm not sure why this tour is affecting me like it is, but I'm hoping the time goes quickly and he and his group are home safely at the end of this year.
I work out. A lot. Some weeks more than others, but lately I'm participating in some sort of "challenge" through the bootcamp I attend. I know I won't win, but it's still fun to challenge myself to the diet changes and the workouts. I'm succeeding with the workouts, failing on the diet. I'm not going to lie, I divulged more than once into the leftover Christmas Hershey Kisses...
Hoping now that life has slowed down I can write more. Wait, didn't I say that last time?
Monday, April 23, 2012
Since April is almost over, I guess it's time for an update
Today is April 23 and it's currently 97 degrees outside. Most people complain over and over about the heat, but not me. I love it. It makes me happy and I am a better person when it's warm! I swam for the first time this weekend, a little earlier than I usually take the dive, but it felt so good after laying out in the sun for 15 minutes.
April has flown by just as fast as the rest of the year has and I can hardly believe that Travis will be 11 months old this coming Friday. That means, only one month left until his 1st birthday. Wait, what? Did I say 1st birthday? Yes, time is flying.
I've continued with my hot yoga practices this month at least once a week, sometimes twice. I really enjoy it and how it makes me feel both during and after. I've still been running and even completed another 5k. It was called the "Firefly Run" and it was a night time race through the streets of downtown Phoenix. I was joined by a few girlfriends and we had a blast, ,or at least I did anyways. I ran my fastest 3.1 miles I've ever run and was so proud of the accomplishment. Now I'm resting up for the Warrior Dash coming up this Saturday. Myself and four girlfriends will be dressed in our hot pink tutus and pretty in mud tanks as we move through the obstacle course.
My spring classes are coming to a close with my last final due this weekend. I am so ready for the three month break before I start my Anatomy & Physiology class in August. I don't have a whole lot planned for the summer other than swim, swim and swim some more.
Joey is doing great in school, keeping on top of his grades and we aren't having any trouble with him and teachers. It's such a good feeling to know we are raising such a well behaved boy! I just don't know how to swallow the fact that he will be 13 in just a few short months. A teenager? Oh my...
Travis is all over the place. Can't keep that boy still. He loves to explore and show off his early adapted walking skills. It's hard sometimes because I feel like he is much older than he really is. I have to remind myself constantly that he is still a baby. His tummy issues are getting better, he's fully on Similac Alimentum formula and seems to be handling it very well. He's still having some issues with the solid foods, but I think in time he will outgrow the allergies and his pickiness. I think it's kind of going hand in hand.
Homework break is over, time to get back to work before Travis wakes up from his nap. Can't say that I'll write again soon, because I really don't know...
April has flown by just as fast as the rest of the year has and I can hardly believe that Travis will be 11 months old this coming Friday. That means, only one month left until his 1st birthday. Wait, what? Did I say 1st birthday? Yes, time is flying.
I've continued with my hot yoga practices this month at least once a week, sometimes twice. I really enjoy it and how it makes me feel both during and after. I've still been running and even completed another 5k. It was called the "Firefly Run" and it was a night time race through the streets of downtown Phoenix. I was joined by a few girlfriends and we had a blast, ,or at least I did anyways. I ran my fastest 3.1 miles I've ever run and was so proud of the accomplishment. Now I'm resting up for the Warrior Dash coming up this Saturday. Myself and four girlfriends will be dressed in our hot pink tutus and pretty in mud tanks as we move through the obstacle course.
My spring classes are coming to a close with my last final due this weekend. I am so ready for the three month break before I start my Anatomy & Physiology class in August. I don't have a whole lot planned for the summer other than swim, swim and swim some more.
Joey is doing great in school, keeping on top of his grades and we aren't having any trouble with him and teachers. It's such a good feeling to know we are raising such a well behaved boy! I just don't know how to swallow the fact that he will be 13 in just a few short months. A teenager? Oh my...
Travis is all over the place. Can't keep that boy still. He loves to explore and show off his early adapted walking skills. It's hard sometimes because I feel like he is much older than he really is. I have to remind myself constantly that he is still a baby. His tummy issues are getting better, he's fully on Similac Alimentum formula and seems to be handling it very well. He's still having some issues with the solid foods, but I think in time he will outgrow the allergies and his pickiness. I think it's kind of going hand in hand.
Homework break is over, time to get back to work before Travis wakes up from his nap. Can't say that I'll write again soon, because I really don't know...
Thursday, March 29, 2012
Oops! Is March almost over?
I guess this month has been a busy one. Started with my first 1/2 marathon, my fourth wedding anniversary, hot yoga and new friendships! School has been keeping me busy in my spare time, wait a minute. Spare time? I have that?
Travis is completely off of his medications for acid reflux. He's been med-free for a little over a month now! I am so excited about this and happy that he is doing well without them. My next step with him is working on weaning him off of the liquid gold, also known at Neocate. It costs us almost $600/month and I'm ready to move on. I'm hoping he is too. This week I've played around a little with spiking his bottles with Alimentum, still expensive formula but much cheaper than the other. He seems to do ok when I mix his bottles half and half but when I started doing full bottles of it, he was getting fussier. Not sure if it was a coincidental bad day? Or the formula.. He turned 10 months on Tuesday of this week (March 27) and started taking his first steps a couple weeks ago. (Our anniversary actually, March 14, 2012). I am excited and nervous all at the same time! It seems so soon for him to be walking, it's the neatest thing to be washing dishes and look over to see him slowly walking towards me. My little baby is growing up, too fast.
Joey had a great trip to his dads this month, they went off-roading, camping, and had some bonding time. I've had some great bonding time with him as well and I'm really enjoying watching him grow into a handsome young man. It's hard to believe he's going to be a "teenager" in just a few short months. August will be here before I know it!
As for me, I'm doing fabulous. I accomplished a goal earlier this month and it was very emotional for me. Running 13.1 miles was so empowering and fulfilling and I can't wait to do it again! Some new friends I've made and I are thinking of going to San Francisco in October for the Nike Women's Half Marathon. That would be fantastic. The only downside to the 1/2 marathon is I was left with horrible shin splints a few days after finishing. I took it easy for a couple weeks, until it felt better but when I started running again I've developed ankle pain. It hurts pretty bad and it's really frustrating when all I want to do is step out for a run. I've been icing, doing my own physical therapy on it and trying to recoup because I am doing the Warrior Dash at the end of April. CAN. NOT. MISS.IT.
I've been going to hot yoga for the last three weeks and I am so addicted. It is my new therapy and I am so thankful for the body I have and that I can do hot yoga. It's so great for the mind, body and soul. I've learned things about myself that I didn't know before and it truly is my new weekly therapy. I'm going twice a week and am doing really well, learning new poses and strengthening my practice.
One of my classes is over next week, so I am happy to gain some extra time back in my days. Travis doesn't always take long naps and I count on that time to do homework, as I really don't like to do homework after he's gone to bed, that's my time for P and Joey. I'm still cooking a ton and have gotten much better at my cake pops. I'm excited for my new found hobbies and for everything that comes next!
Travis is completely off of his medications for acid reflux. He's been med-free for a little over a month now! I am so excited about this and happy that he is doing well without them. My next step with him is working on weaning him off of the liquid gold, also known at Neocate. It costs us almost $600/month and I'm ready to move on. I'm hoping he is too. This week I've played around a little with spiking his bottles with Alimentum, still expensive formula but much cheaper than the other. He seems to do ok when I mix his bottles half and half but when I started doing full bottles of it, he was getting fussier. Not sure if it was a coincidental bad day? Or the formula.. He turned 10 months on Tuesday of this week (March 27) and started taking his first steps a couple weeks ago. (Our anniversary actually, March 14, 2012). I am excited and nervous all at the same time! It seems so soon for him to be walking, it's the neatest thing to be washing dishes and look over to see him slowly walking towards me. My little baby is growing up, too fast.
Joey had a great trip to his dads this month, they went off-roading, camping, and had some bonding time. I've had some great bonding time with him as well and I'm really enjoying watching him grow into a handsome young man. It's hard to believe he's going to be a "teenager" in just a few short months. August will be here before I know it!
As for me, I'm doing fabulous. I accomplished a goal earlier this month and it was very emotional for me. Running 13.1 miles was so empowering and fulfilling and I can't wait to do it again! Some new friends I've made and I are thinking of going to San Francisco in October for the Nike Women's Half Marathon. That would be fantastic. The only downside to the 1/2 marathon is I was left with horrible shin splints a few days after finishing. I took it easy for a couple weeks, until it felt better but when I started running again I've developed ankle pain. It hurts pretty bad and it's really frustrating when all I want to do is step out for a run. I've been icing, doing my own physical therapy on it and trying to recoup because I am doing the Warrior Dash at the end of April. CAN. NOT. MISS.IT.
I've been going to hot yoga for the last three weeks and I am so addicted. It is my new therapy and I am so thankful for the body I have and that I can do hot yoga. It's so great for the mind, body and soul. I've learned things about myself that I didn't know before and it truly is my new weekly therapy. I'm going twice a week and am doing really well, learning new poses and strengthening my practice.
One of my classes is over next week, so I am happy to gain some extra time back in my days. Travis doesn't always take long naps and I count on that time to do homework, as I really don't like to do homework after he's gone to bed, that's my time for P and Joey. I'm still cooking a ton and have gotten much better at my cake pops. I'm excited for my new found hobbies and for everything that comes next!
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