DDA Chapter 27

[my3princes]

Tia we had 5 day park hoppers and I think we have decided that given the heat, 4 day park hoppers would have been perfect to complete both parks with an afternoon break each day. In 5 days we were able to do everything in both parks that we wanted and did many things twice. 2 or 3 days would not have been enough given the heat and crowd level.

 

[Glynis]

Tia we had 5 day park hoppers and I think we have decided that given the heat, 4 day park hoppers would have been perfect to complete both parks with an afternoon break each day. In 5 days we were able to do everything in both parks that we wanted and did many things twice. 2 or 3 days would not have been enough given the heat and crowd level.

I agree with this! 2 or 3 days is not enough during the summer. The crowds are way too high. Of course, with Carsland opening, the crowds are going to be there all year long for a while.

We are in the process of hammering out the details for a Disneyland trip next June. Dad wants to celebrate his health, and who are we to deny him?

 

[MrsHeg]

Just got home from wound care oxygen therapy, the cultures came back and it turns out the culprit is strep. Hopefully with the right antibiotic and the treatments we can get this straightened out.

 

[PNO4TE]

Good afternoon, DDA!

Glad the trip was great, Tia! Can't wait for the pictures.

 

[PNO4TE]

Just got home from wound care oxygen therapy, the cultures came back and it turns out the culprit is strep. Hopefully with the right antibiotic and the treatments we can get this straightened out.

I sure hope this takes care of it, Debbie.

 

[PNO4TE]

Tomorrow is Bob's father's 95th birthday so we are making a quick trip to PA to help celebrate. We will leave in the morning and come back Friday morning. I have too much work to do to finish up "summer" and get ready for "fall!"

 

[Glynis]

Just got home from wound care oxygen therapy, the cultures came back and it turns out the culprit is strep. Hopefully with the right antibiotic and the treatments we can get this straightened out.

Well, I'm glad they found out the cause! Here's to good antibiotics!!!

 

[Glynis]

Well, our internet went out this morning, so instead of coming here to check in, Timmy and I went to a movie. We saw "The Lorax". I was surprised that I liked it as much as I did! Yes, it is a "tree hugger" movie, as Alan called it, but it was really well done! I can definitely see us owning that one.

I've also got the first installment of pictures from our Harry Potter studio tour posted on facebook. If anyone's interested, you can check them out! It was an amazing tour!!

Now, the older kids are trickling in from school, so we'll be occupied with homework for a while. It's amazing how quickly they jump back into the routine!

 

[my3princes]

I posted a link on the DDA facebook to our pictures on snapfish. There are close to 2000 pictures so feel free to skip around. All the vow renewal photos are there too. We got some amazing family shots. If the link doesn't work please let me know.


Today has been a whirlwind day. Chris picked up a 2001 Camry for me a few weeks before the trip, but we decided to wait until today to register it. I headed out this morning and it wouldn't start. Turns out not running it for 5 weeks plus the minimal amount it was run in the weeks prior to that really kills a battery. I ended up jump starting it using Nick's car. After a long line we were all registered and I came home and got it insured. I have wheels again Next we headed off to Nick's doctor appointment only to learn that the doctor never scheduled it, wasted trip. I did learn while I was there that I did not get the supervisor position that I was hoping for, but they were offering me a job. Home we went and late this afternoon I accepted a receptionist position at the Medical Center. The pay is nearly $1 more per hour than the VA and to be honest I was so unhappy there I was not anxious to jump back in. I start on September 17. It is about a 25 minute commute compared to the 5 minutes that I've had the past several years and the parking situation will suck, I won't get out until 5 PM and may miss some of the boys games, but overall I hope this will work into a long term career rather than a job. They offer $2500 per year towards college courses related to your job so maybe I'll work on my master's degree

 

[tmfranlk]

Debbie - I'm glad they found a reason at least! I hope the meds help you get on the mend more quickly.

Elin - Hope it's a good trip!

Glynis - Hope the school year is starting off well.

Deb - I'm glad you got the job situation worked out. I hope it's a great situation for you!

 

[PNO4TE]

Deb - Congrats on the new job!!

 

[PNO4TE]

Good morning, DDA!

Off to PA in a bit. to my FIL!!

 

[MrsHeg]

Good Morning

Deb - Congrats on the new job

Elin - safe travels, 95 is amazing- Happy Birthday to your FIL

Time to get ready to spend two hours in the tube, I haven't been able to nap yet while I'm in there but it sure would make the time go by faster.

 

[my3princes]

Good Morning!! Summer is quickly coming to an end, Hunter has freshman orientation tomorrow I need to tie up a bunch of loose ends today, finish unpacking and get the budget done and bills paid. Doesn't sound like much fun, but it's got to be done.

I hope everyone has a much more fun day where you are.

Debbie, hope your body is responding to the new meds

 

[Glynis]

I posted a link on the DDA facebook to our pictures on snapfish. There are close to 2000 pictures so feel free to skip around. All the vow renewal photos are there too. We got some amazing family shots. If the link doesn't work please let me know.


Today has been a whirlwind day. Chris picked up a 2001 Camry for me a few weeks before the trip, but we decided to wait until today to register it. I headed out this morning and it wouldn't start. Turns out not running it for 5 weeks plus the minimal amount it was run in the weeks prior to that really kills a battery. I ended up jump starting it using Nick's car. After a long line we were all registered and I came home and got it insured. I have wheels again Next we headed off to Nick's doctor appointment only to learn that the doctor never scheduled it, wasted trip. I did learn while I was there that I did not get the supervisor position that I was hoping for, but they were offering me a job. Home we went and late this afternoon I accepted a receptionist position at the Medical Center. The pay is nearly $1 more per hour than the VA and to be honest I was so unhappy there I was not anxious to jump back in. I start on September 17. It is about a 25 minute commute compared to the 5 minutes that I've had the past several years and the parking situation will suck, I won't get out until 5 PM and may miss some of the boys games, but overall I hope this will work into a long term career rather than a job. They offer $2500 per year towards college courses related to your job so maybe I'll work on my master's degree

Congratulations on the job! I'll keep my fingers crossed that this works into exactly what you want!

 

[MrsHeg]

Had my second debridement today, he said it is looking pretty good but he didn't like how deep one area is going. Second week same as the first, oxygen therapy M-F with wound care, (another debridement) should be on Thursday again.

 

[Glynis]

Oh, Debbie! Those treatments do not sound like fun! Thank heaven you are having them taken care of, though! You remain in my prayers for a full recovery and soon!!!

Good morning, everyone! Today is the day my bowling league starts up again! I don't know who's more excited... me or Timmy! It will be interesting to see how much my lack of bowling this summer has hurt me! Good thing it's a non-competitive league!!!

This afternoon, we are taking an impromptu trip to see my dad and tell him all about London! Alan and Jacob are also going to see "Titus Andronicus." This is one of Shakespeare's lesser known plays, and is very rarely produced, so it will be a treat for them to see it! We'll be coming back home Saturday afternoon. Really fast!

If you have any pixie dust to spare, could you send it along to Katie??? She has to audition for the Shakespeare Competition team. She's been working on her audition piece, but she's really nervous. It's very rare for a sophomore to make the team, but she really wants this! Thanks!

I'll try to pop back on before we leave, but if I don't... have a great weekend, everyone!!

 

[my3princes]

Debbie I hope your foot is much better next week. Hopefully the combination of antibiotics and therapies will to the trick

Glynis I'm sure that Katie will be stellar. We'll send extra pixie dust her way just in case she needs it

 

[PNO4TE]

DDA!

The party was a huge hit and my FIL had no idea that Bob and his brother and I were going to be there.

 

[MrsHeg]

Glynis - Good Luck to Katie, I bet she does fantastic.

Elin - Glad the party was a hit, Bob's dad looks great!