DDA Chapter 27

[Steffy]

Vicki just called. Chuck's mom is on life support. She has a DNR but they put her on life support until the family can gather.

Please send prayers and good wishes to Vicki, Chuck and their family. Vicki was on the road to her mother-in-law's bedside.

 

[Glynis]

Vicki - You are all in my prayers at this difficult time.

Deb - Good luck to you tomorrow!!!

Happy St. Patty's Day, everyone!!! I just love this day! I'm trying to get all my work done this morning so I can "play" this afternoon. I've got Irish soda bread to bake, scones to make for after school snack, and corned beef brisket with cabbage to do for dinner tonight. Yumm!!!

 

[my3princes]

Vicki just called. Chuck's mom is on life support. She has a DNR but they put her on life support until the family can gather.

Please send prayers and good wishes to Vicki, Chuck and their family. Vicki was on the road to her mother-in-law's bedside.

I'm so sorry that you family is facing this. I hope that you can all find peace

 

[bethbuchall]

Vicki, you are all in my thoughts and prayers.

Glynis, it sounds like you have a great meal planned! No one here is a big fan of corned beef and cabbage, and I don't have any other great plans. I'm going to make the rainbow cupcakes that I made last year, except I'll do it as a bundt cake with a lemon glaze tinted green.

Deb, in case I don't get back before tomorrow...GOOD LUCK at the interview!!! I have my fingers crossed that this is a great one!

There isn't too much happening here today. The bathroom guys left while I was at work. My husband says that he'll fill me in later tonight on the whole story, so I don't know what that means. I do know that the plumbers had to cancel, so maybe they can't do more before the plumbers are in tomorrow.

 

[bethbuchall]

Good morning, DDA! I wish they hadn't taken the light away from my mornings. It makes it so much harder to get moving.

 

[tmfranlk]

Good morning, DDA! I wish they hadn't taken the light away from my mornings. It makes it so much harder to get moving.

On the other hand, my baby's still asleep even with me being up. I agree, though, it is harder to get moving.

 

[my3princes]

I'm feeling much better today. I'm still sounding hoarse, but I'm at least functioning which is a huge improvement over the last 2 days. My interview is at 11 am and Nick has his final (hopefully) dermatologist appt this afteroon. I'm glad to see March coming to an end as that means all our doctor, dentist and eye appointments are over.

 

[bethbuchall]

Good morning, DDA! Nothing exciting to report here today.

Deb, I hope that the interview and appointment went well.

I can't believe that Matthew's week home ends tomorrow. It went very fast even though we really didn't do anything.

 

[bethbuchall]

Good morning, DDA! Happy first day of Spring!

 

[my3princes]

Good morning, DDA! Happy first day of Spring!

I forgot it was the first day of spring. We still have snow on the lawn and lots in the woods. Yesterday was cold too, sap didn't even run. It is nice to see the sun out today.

We have haircuts this morning followed by lots of lacrosse projects as we get ready for the first practices tomorrow. Chris is excited and I'm semi prepared.

 

[MrsHeg]

Hello DDA,

We spent the first day of spring at the air show at our AFB, I obviously left my brain at home beecause I sat in the sun all afternoon and didn't use any sunscreen, I am now burnt to a crisp. I know better . . . .

 

[bethbuchall]

Hello DDA,

We spent the first day of spring at the air show at our AFB, I obviously left my brain at home beecause I sat in the sun all afternoon and didn't use any sunscreen, I am now burnt to a crisp. I know better . . . .

Ouch! I'm sorry. That always seems to happen to us on the first nice day that we head out, too. (I think we have another month or two before then, though.)

 

[marcij]

Deb -- hope you get good news soon!!!

Debbie -- ouch! Randy has been extremely encouraging (I guess I can't say bullying since it's for my own good) about betting me outside to walk some. A neighbor brought me his do-rag yesterday so I wouldn't burn this bright white head since it's not seen sun since it had hair! It's orange with racing stripes. I hope your sunburn is better soon.

 

[MrsHeg]

Thanks for the well wishes, I have no one to blame but myself, but walking is quite painful, my legs are the worst and they are quite swollen.

Marci, it's so good to hear from you, your do-rag sounds cool, I'm still sending good thoughts your way.

 

[tink2020]

Hello, strangers! I stopped in to ask a question on the photography board and couldn't leave without saying hello.

Marci, I saw your Tahoe pictures on FB. You look absolutely fantastic! I hope you continue feeling well. Good for you (and Randy!) staying active!

Continued well-wishes to those of you looking still/again for new jobs.

There isn't a lot new here. The girls are almost teenagers and talk, tell stories and sing nonstop. They're a riot, and also pretty rotten. I can't believe they'll be three in June! We would still love more kiddos, but are just praying for peace until that happens or we decide to stop.

I'm still keeping busy with an RN consulting project and my direct sales business, as well as some leadership roles at church and singing/playing keys in a worship band. Kyle is home practically all the time (in comparison to our first near-decade together), and I can assure you it didn't take long for us to get used to his new schedule! He loves his job, only dealing with little office drama here and there. We are so blessed that things worked out the way they did!

We had to put our sweet dog down last week, and are still recovering from that. Well, the rest of my family seems to be doing well, I guess I'm still recovering. As many of you know, it's the little things that randomly pop up and I find myself not as great as I thought. She was in pretty terrible shape so we are 100% at peace with our decision, but I do miss her.

We're off to WDW in early May, and - as you can imagine and understand - simply can't wait.

I hope you all are well!

 

[PNO4TE]

Sorry I have been MIA... but real life has gotten in the way. Having Bob back in Fredericksburg has been a blessing and a hindrance to my free time! I have to assume that things are on an even keel since I haven't gotten any emails or phone calls. I know seniors are getting their acceptance letters and many of you are back on the job hunt. I do think of you... just not a lot of time to post.

 

[Tinkaroo]

Hi, DDA,

Long, long, long time no talk! Life is crazy busy (but when is it not?), but I have been thinking of all of you more and more often lately and wondering what is going on with everyone. I've only glanced back through a few pages, and it certainly does look like a lot! I will try to get back here again to get a better idea.

Lots of for those ill right now - it seems to be the year for it, unfortunately.

We are doing well. DS is 18 mos. now, which is hard to believe, and keeps me very much on the go. He has two settings - full boar, and fast asleep. We have a lot of fun, though, and it's amazing to watch him learn new things each day. He's a pretty happy little guy, too, so it's hard to not catch his enthusiasm for life. DH got a promotion in February, and now travels a few days out of the week, so that has been an adjustment, but we're getting used to it. No immediate Disney trips on the calendar but we did have the chance to have an "adults only" cruise on the Dream over Valentine's Day, which was wonderful.

Please know that I think of you all the time, and I will do better to check in more!

Lindsay

 

[bethbuchall]

Good morning, DDA! Whoever has the sun and warmth, please send a little our way. We are having our 7th snow day of the year, and only had 5 to use. That means that they have added the Friday before Memorial Day and the Friday of spring break week back into the schedule.

Hi, Jennifer and Lindsay! It is great to "see" you again!

Jennifer, I am sorry about Thea. The girls are adorable! I must admit that I am slightly jealous that you have a May Disney trip planned. It's my favorite time of year to go. I hope that you have a wonderful time!

Lindsay, I can't believe that it's been 18 months already! I am glad that you are enjoying life.

 

[bethbuchall]

Elin, you and Bob are still in our thoughts and prayers.

 

[PNO4TE]

Good morning, DDA!