~The Daily Grind~ 5/26/10

[ddavis860]

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~The Daily Grind~ 5/26/10

:tink: P&PD for Little Blythe!

It's Hump Day!! :dance3:

http://i38.photobucket.com/albums/e147/ddavis860/smiley/smiley_mornincoffee.gif Again with the waking up at 0230... I'm gonna try the Advil PM stuff tonight...

So yesterday DS18 calls me at work. My first words are "What's wrong?! Are you OK?" "I'm fine Mom. I got a 98 on my PreCalc final, and just had to call and tell you!" Proud mommy moment! This is a kid with ADD, and not taking meds... he can't stand how they make him feel. High school has been a struggle at times. This year, his senior year, it seems he finally "caught up" and had the best year ever. He is so proud of himself! :lovestruc

Counting down till graduation...


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('http://www.mickeypath.com/')


My list for today:

Caffeinate- this repeats everyday!! http://i38.photobucket.com/albums/e147/ddavis860/smiley/smiley_drinkcoffee.gif

Work till 3p

House stuff when I get home...

Dinner- Hopefully DH will come up with something quick and easy...

Have a Great Day everyone!! :teeth:

[StitchIsOurHero]

Good morning! Halfway through the week!! Just 7 working days (counting today) 'til Summer Vacation!!

Deb, congratulations to DS!! That's awesome!! :banana:

Thanks again for all of the prayers and pixie dust for Baby Blythe! She continues to hold her own. They found a spot yesterday where they thought her spine had not completely fused. They think, if need be, they can fix it with surgery later on, but they do not think it will cause paralysis because she can move her arms and legs so well already.

Here's my list for today:

1. Up
2. Caffeinate
3. Pack DH's lunch
4. Dust front rooms
5. ONLINE CHECK-IN FOR BOARDWALK!!! 10 days out!!
6. DS's stuff together
7. DS up
8. DS to mom's
9. Work
10. Pick up DS
11. Laundry
12. DH mows
13. Something small for dinner
14. Work on more work stuff. . .maybe
15. Get ironing stuff out
16. Go to sleep sort of early!

I hope everyone has a wonderful Wednesday!!

[DisneyIsTerrific]

P&PD for sweet little Blythe!

Deb, congratulations to your DS!!! Way to go!!!!!!:thumbsup2

SIOH, how exciting that you will be doing the online checking-in at the Boardwalk today. That'll make the trip seem even closer!

My day:
DS up and off to school
Work
Scrap
Dinner - sandwiches

Have an awesome day everyone!

[party of 3]

Oh Deb thats awesome! Congrats to him!!!!!

Brooke- you must be so excited!!!

Well same old list for me!

Have a great day everyone.

[LindaBabe]

Dusting Baby Blythe!

CONGRATS to Deb's DS! I have add too, so I KNOW what a struggle that is. BRAVO, Kid! Job WELL DONE!

Off to work on the house. Happy day, all.

[AlexWyattMommy]

Congrats on the great grade! It sure does seem to mean more when you know how hard they worked for it.


Hugs & Pixie Dust for Blythe.

WooHoo for checking in online!!


Last day of school duty. :sad1:

[joyah]

morning all

same boring old routine here and it's hotter than holy heck here already this am.
I hate the heat and I'm working in the kitchen duh didn't think that one through when I was so excited to get a job this winter.

Prayers for blythe
stength for Linda that cleaning UGH the thought of it.
Brooke wish I was going on vacation
Deb woohoo on the grade.

have a great day everyone.

[PrincessNancy96]

Mornin'!!

Next to last day of school... I have grumpy HS'ers because of FINALS... I'm about ready to drive to school and volunteer they have a sleep over to deal w/ the attitudes! :) Actually, DD only has 2 finals.. one today... one tomorrow and the last portion of her English ECA test....

Debbie ~ congrats to DS on the PreCal grade! :woohoo:
SIOH ~ I'm so happy you are almost in single digits... Pixie Dust to Blythe, she's a fighter!!!
Everyone else ~ have a wonderful day!


Today:
Not sure what all will be done as it's supposed to be HOT again...and my little girl I babysit said mom was picking them up early, but I haven't heard that from mom.. so plans are on hold for what we were going to do....

Field Day @ 9:15am w/ DS9 (photo op)
pick up N from kdg... (only 2 more times of dealing w/ parents who think their snowflakes can't walk more than 5 feet to their cars... they have longer walks if they ride the bus in the morning for gosh sakes!)
lunch
:laundy:
work on travel binder.. must be done TODAY!!!!
dishes
await elem kids home
pick up DS13 from school (only 2 more days of this!! than DD is responsible for him! LOL)
await DD to drive home
enjoy the evening with NO place to go again!!! ;)

[AlexWyattMommy]

enjoy the evening with NO place to go again!!! ;)

That just reads so weird. You are never home.:hug:

[PrincessNancy96]

I know... we are always checking the calendar over and over again to make sure we are reading it correctly!!!

I guess getting today off is good.. since tomorrow is a soccer game/boy dinner night..and Friday is graduation...Saturday is DS13's ....14th birthday.... than summer activities being June 1... Sports conditioning starts at 7AM....and we are finally done w/ the various activities at 11:45am....

[DisneyBarlans]

Good Morning!
P & PD for Blythe.
Today is gonna be a great day!:)
-Last day of school!:dance3:
-Leaving for Disney tomorrow!:banana:
-Awards ceremony at DS7's school today-he has been an honor roll student all year (A's & B's) and this time he's getting the award for all A's!:woohoo:
-DS13 is 1 point away from all A's & B's-best he's done all year! Deb I know what you mean with the ADD kids-DS13 & DS7 both have it-they have to work so hard and I am SO proud of them both.
Y'all have a great day-I'm gonna go finish packing!!:woohoo:

[party of 3]

DB----->
HAVE AN AWESOME TIME!!!!!!!!

make lots of great memories! enjoy the moments!

[DisneyBarlans]

DB----->
HAVE AN AWESOME TIME!!!!!!!!

make lots of great memories! enjoy the moments!

Thanks! :goodvibes

[morgansmom2000]

I'm working today. It's my 15th anniversary. Some days it feels like way more, but most of the time I can't believe it's been 15 years!

Dinner out tonight, probably Friendly's, I want ice cream!

I'm not feeling great, some sort of cold or sinus infection going on.

I read it all, good grades, last weeks of school (we still have 3 1/2 weeks!), finals, dust for Blythe, trips to Disney...Hope everyone has a fabulous day!

[DisneyBarlans]

Happy Anniversary Jen-hope you feel better!

[morgansmom2000]

Happy Anniversary Jen-hope you feel better!

Thanks! :goodvibes

[party of 3]

Happy Anniversay! and Many More!!!

sorry you feel lousy. hope you kick whatever is making you feel icky!

and

I WANNA GO TO FRIENDLY'S!!!!

[morgansmom2000]

Thank you!

I heart Friendly's. I'm having a sundae with peanut butter sauce, for sure!

[party of 3]

me too!

:love:

[morgansmom2000]

Speaking of ice cream, who won The Biggest Loser?

[Pixieflip]

Well, without asking too much, I've been trying to figure out who Blythe is and what's going on. She sounds very little and certainly well prayed over. She's on my list too, even if I don't know her.

Yeah for great grades and almost graduation! Yeah for online check in! Yeah for anniversaries and ice cream! What a busy time of year.

I feel a little tired after getting home from the game in Lincoln around 10 and catching all my good tv on the dvr before going to bed. My own fault!

Today is time to get ready for the in laws' visit this weekend.

Kids to school
Finish laundry
Kids put away laundry
Make strawberry jelly (I have to, I have 35 jars out of the pantry and I have to reclaim my kitchen!)
Finish Mickey art and order it
Pick up Mickey art at Costco
Hang it up in the bathroom (will share pictures!)
DD13 to physical therapy
Dinner - not sure yet, maybe something on the grill, sure is hot enough for it

[rlovew]

Well, without asking too much, I've been trying to figure out who Blythe is and what's going on. She sounds very little and certainly well prayed over. She's on my list too, even if I don't know her.


She is SIOH's niece- she was born a week or 2 ago very prematurely and is trying to make it home from the hospital.

Jennifer- Mike won but both of the other had gotten to 48% weight loss as well as he got to just under 50%. Koli won the other prize in getting to 52% weight loss.

Pam-0 I hope things are looking up for you and your son. I know that everything going on is tough and we are with you 1000%.

Lisa- still praying for your mom and her husband- I am sure it is a tough time

Today:
funeral bulliten ready
funeral
prayer time
get stuff packed for Scrapbook Expo
work on resort swap

Rebecca

[party of 3]

Speaking of ice cream, who won The Biggest Loser?

Mike did win. He looked great. I am not a fan of Koli. I really wanted someone else to win the at home prize. I WAS a fan and then he just got way to......
ummmmm..... i don't know. just not the best i thought. i really wanted Daris to win, but was happy with anyone of the last three.
Sad that it's over. I thought most of the voted off ones looked great!

And of course i was flipping back and forth with Glee!

[morgansmom2000]

Mike did win. He looked great. I am not a fan of Koli. I really wanted someone else to win the at home prize. I WAS a fan and then he just got way to......
ummmmm..... i don't know. just not the best i thought. i really wanted Daris to win, but was happy with anyone of the last three.
Sad that it's over. I thought most of the voted off ones looked great!

And of course i was flipping back and forth with Glee!

Me too, but the commercials were on at the same times!

I'm glad Mike won, but I really wanted Daris to win too.

[tinkryansmom]

:cheer2:YAY for trips to Disney!
:cheer2:YAY for online check-ins
:cheer2:YAY for Baby Blythe!
:cheer2:YAY for terrific pre-calc grades!
:cheer2:YAY for any kind of sundae! Happy Anniversary!!

Raining a bit here today - blech

Have to get Little One to swim lessons and pick up a check from the bank!:banana:

Dishes are done - laundry is going

Have 3 loads to fold - 4 when I get home
Have to call riding instructor - new saddle stirrups are too long for DD and cannot be moved up without damaging saddle - ARGH -
The paperwork piles staring at me are getting some attention later
Need to scrub the bathroom later too

DD was supposed to go riding after school but we shall see how wet it gets.
Dinner - ??? Chicken something.

Everyone have a great day!

[PinballFamily]

Late to the party today -

Thrilled to hear all the great news about our brilliant students here - what a bunch of smaht folks!

DB - so jealous...! Wish I were going along - but have to wait a few more months. D is looking forward to meeting up with you in a day or so!

Happy #15, Jen - such a child bride! Savor each spoonful of ice cream!

Rebecca - thanks for the good wishes - been thinking lots about you lately...how's Dad?

Spent the morning at DS's Memorial Day assembly. He and I were looking forward to it... But, he (again this year) had a hugely tough time. Hands over ears, hunched over on the floor, head down, for more than an hour while 500+ other K-5th grade students were packed around him on the gym floor like sardines, making lots of noise...the packed gym bleachers surrounding the kids were hundreds of parents, grands, infants, etc. with no AC, no where to escape. My heart was breaking. He held it together, managed to stand and sing "America" when it was his grade's turn. But, sheesh! Sitting there, I had the revelation that he needs to simply get out - he needs to be in a school where they don't subject special needs kids to that type of environment and where they REALLY understand their limits and needs. At the end, I managed to give him a quick hug before running out and breaking down. His aide and his teacher were standing next to him and said to me "Didn't he do great? He even sang!" HELLO?????? ARE THEY KIDDING? I just glared and simply said quietly to them, "I'm never going to subject him to anything like this again."

Putting more private school apps in today's mail.

[Pixieflip]

Okay, thanks. Now I feel all caught up! Praying for healthy trip home soon!

Ever feel like you have ADD? Too many things started and nothing's getting finished. Bleg! Wish I was leaving for Disney!! :rotfl:

[DisneyBarlans]

Sounds like you need a :hug: Pam. I'll pray that you find the right school for your DS.

Can't wait to meet D Thursday! :woohoo:

[joyah]

(((((HUGS))))) Pam that is so sad they expect him to handle that. Yep I agree time to find the right school and then let me kick those aides in the hiney for you.

DB wish I was headed although right now alaska sounds nice I'm DONE with this heat.
Jennifer Happy ANNI have a nice big ice cream and enjoy every bite.
Rebecca still thinking about your dad.

Well I'm awaiting an email from L's spec ed teacher. Tom got a phone call ( my cell is amoung the missing at the momment) and he's burnt out (ya think) they have like 4 projects in the last 3 weeks of school plus all the regular stuff. she said something about pulling back abunch of work and just finishing the projects. thank god this woman is smart and I HATE the thought that we are loosing her. I'm hopeful that his next year Spec ed teacher will see the same types of behavior. His lab teacher will be the spec ed for next year so he at least is already familar with him and his learning styles.

Off to crash on the couch with some WW ice cream and sweet tea.

[party of 3]

oh Pam. :hug:'s for you and your ds!

[AlexWyattMommy]

:hug::hug: Oh Pam. Your little guy, I will send Pixie Dust that you find the right fit that sees him to his huge potential.


Happy Anni Jennifer!

[PrincessNancy96]

:hug: Pam.. that has to be hard... and harder on him.... I think putting him in a private school or a school with those much more EDUCATED to handle his needs and know his limits will be truely beneficial.. I would have probably ripped into both the aid and teacher for being so insensitive and CLUELESS!! You have much more will-power than I..and for that I commend you!!!! You are such a great mom!!!!

[morgansmom2000]

Thanks everyone for the anniversary wishes. I'm going to enjoy every spoonful of the sundae!

Pam, :hug: Wish I could drive over and give you a real one in person. Speaking of which, it's been far too long since I've seen you and yours! We need a Gabfest 2010!

[PinballFamily]

Pam, :hug: Wish I could drive over and give you a real one in person. Speaking of which, it's been far too long since I've seen you and yours!

Me too. I could use it! I hate being the "drama mama" on here - can't wait until I'm the Incredible's Violet Parr..."Nothing to report..."- type!!!

Speaking of which, it's been far too long since I've seen you and yours! We need a Gabfest 2010!

Hey, RAAAAAAAAAAAAANNNNNNNNNN! :rotfl2: Set that up, will 'ya? The kids would love playing together again - so would the moms! :cloud9:

[party of 3]

i would sooooooo love gabfest 2010! i really enjoyed the last one!

[DisneyIsTerrific]

DB, yippee on leaving for WDW tomorrow!!!!! What fun y'all will have and I'm so jealous. I wanna go too!!!!!

Happy Anniversary Jenn!!!! My 21st anniversary is tomorrow!:goodvibes

Pam, you are so strong. I don't know how you managed to hold it together. I had tears in my eyes just reading about your DS at the assembly. Big :hug: to you both. I hope you find a school that's the right fit for him. :hug:

[ddavis860]

Is it hot in here or is it just me? http://i38.photobucket.com/albums/e147/ddavis860/smiley/chillout.gif

It's over 90 here...and no AC! I'm getting ready to take a cool bath... and for some reason I want some ice cream :rotfl2:

Pam- :hug: for you and DS. :wizard: for a great new school situation. Hard to believe how clueless some people are!

PD for everyone dealing with family issues. It's never easy, but we are sending strength...

[tinkryansmom]

Hugs to you Pam. I also admire your strength and determination. May you find the school of your dreams. :wizard:

I wanna be going to Disney!

Just holding on for cruise in January.

[PrincessNancy96]

Wow! What a day.. I have crap coming out my ears from cleaned out school desks and lockers... they just store stuff I tell ya... RECYCLE!!!!

Than I just got into my emails to find my 3 high schoolers schedules for NEXT year already! Poor DD, may never see the light of day.. Her schedule is PACKED w/ the advance courses!!! She'll cost me! But it looks like DS14 (Freshman) will be next to nothing in rental! I'm gonna try to see and estimate costs tonight based on DD's rental a year ago! (another good thing DsS15 & DS14 are NOT in the same geometry class.. DS14 was able to pass Algebra I as an 8th grader so he can move onto geometry as a freshman)

[TinkerBean]

i would sooooooo love gabfest 2010! i really enjoyed the last one!

Alright then - Gazebo is up - Margarita Machine is working - let's start planning!

[morgansmom2000]

Alright then - Gazebo is up - Margarita Machine is working - let's start planning!

Margaritaville? What is it with you Canadians and frozen drink concoctions? (My other friend from the GWN has one too - it got quite a workout a couple years ago). I'm so in for Gabfest 2010!

It's stupid hot. We went to Friendly's - no A/C!!! Hello!? The reading on my car was 112 degrees when we left! Good heavens!

We stayed, of course, I had to have my sundae (but I think she gave the extra PB to Dan!).

Picked up True Blood on the way home, can't start watching tonight, I have a GS meeting at the library :rolleyes:

[party of 3]

Alright then - Gazebo is up - Margarita Machine is working - let's start planning!

Great!!!! I'm bringing pizza strips!
And chocolate frosted bakery donuts!



Nan- what does it mean when you say rental? Just curious....

[joyah]

ohhh i'd drive for gab fest!!! what do I need to bring? got to be able to travel 2 hours.

Deb just did that cool shower thing and now i'm sitting on the ac just watered the garden it's stil 95 on the front porch in the shade. WTH it's not even june this is a repeat of 98 when I was preggers with L that means it will rain come june UGH.

Jen no A/C and they were still open YUCK

Pam you need to vent we all have our moments.