DDA Chapter 6

[PNO4TE]

I know. BUT...My cousin and I were talking about it, and we are both in sort of the same spot. We WISH we could just let our mothers make thier own choices, but we stand to take a HUGE hit by each of us inheriting a sister. Her sister has spina bifida as well as developmental delays and her mom has NOTHING in place for her as far as a care plan. So my cousin would have to sort that out if something happened to her mom. Her mom refuses to make arrangements. My sister isn't disabled, but it would be a very major lifestyle change to incorporate her into our family. So I kind of feel like I really need to closely monitor what goes on so she doesn't land in my lap unexpectedly.

Please remind me again how old your sister is? Is she still 16?

 

[PNO4TE]

Deb - I am happy to hear that there appears to be a good outcome to Colby's evaluation! Also, can't wait to see more pictures of your progress.

Tammi - I hope Nicholas' appointment with the doctor brings some answers. yourBob is a GEM!

Chanon - cute avatar... what is it??

 

[PNO4TE]

Tammi and Elin- What are the dates again for May again?

I just realized that I will not be able to do the Philly meet. I am planning Lucy's birthday party for that Saturday, the 28th.

We are looking at the first weekend in May... 2-4, I think!

 

[tinker1bell]

Hi, everyone! I'm just checking in so you don't think I've fallen off the face of the earth! Things here are hectic and I won't have time to really come back to the list until Thursday of next week. My mom is staying with us and we're having a bunch of fun! We leave on Saturday to take her home, and to take our kids on a long overdue Spring Break trip to explore the national parks in our state. We haven't done this since Katie was 18 months, so really none of the kids have seen them. Should be fun!

One sad note: My dog, Cozy, who was my first "child" passed away on Sunday morning. She was 11 years old, but our vet didn't expect her to live past 3 years, so we got a lot of time with her. We knew she was not feeling well on Friday and Saturday, but went downhill really quickly. She died in Katie's arms, and we buried her underneath our cherry tree in the backyard. It's been really hard on the kids, but it turned into a beautiful teaching moment.

I'm sorry I haven't been able to keep up with you all this week. I've been thinking about you all and keeping you in my prayers! If there's anything urgent I need to know, would someone PM me? I'll try to check that at least once a day. Thanks. Have a great week, everybody!

Glynis,,,,

 

[PNO4TE]

Hi, everyone! I'm just checking in so you don't think I've fallen off the face of the earth!

Glad to hear all is well with you, Glynis. Your time with Mom and the upcoming vacation sounds delightful!

for the loss of your pup Cozy.

 

[yellowfish78]

Pots and pans...

...or I can do this one instead...

...but I like the other one better still.

 

[PNO4TE]

Pots and pans...

...or I can do this one instead...

...but I like the other one better still.

I like the second one too... it is on Disney Dining Card we got last year for our stay at the AKL in October. That was a great deal and the card is a very nice keepsake.

 

[Tinkaroo]

Morning DDA!!

I didn't have a chance yesterday to get on the computer and DIS. I've managed to catch up but you all are chatty!

Elizabeth- I am glad that your mom's bone scan and CT were clear. for you to get through this. I think a counselor would be a great idea.

Tammi- Bob really is a great guy! I sure hope the Dr can give you some answers.

Theresa- I am so sorry that Cassidy is giving you fit. 's

Anne Marie- Wow, your trip is so close.

Bernadette- The book looks awesome!

Tia- Good luck with nanny job. Sounds like it could be a good opportunity.

Marci- I hope your allergies don't give you too much trouble. Glad you were spared from the storms.

Elin- Hope you're feeling better.

Deb- Love, Love, Love Hunter's room!!! Can't wait to see Nick's room. I am glad that Colby seems to be headed in the direction to get the help he needs.

Chanon- Your new avatar is awesome!

Becky- I am sorry that life is so stressful.

Thanks for the dittoable post, Robyn!

And no, I don't need any chocolate. I am going to stick to the story that it would melt by the time it made it to me in Texas!

Hi, everyone! I'm just checking in so you don't think I've fallen off the face of the earth! Things here are hectic and I won't have time to really come back to the list until Thursday of next week. My mom is staying with us and we're having a bunch of fun! We leave on Saturday to take her home, and to take our kids on a long overdue Spring Break trip to explore the national parks in our state. We haven't done this since Katie was 18 months, so really none of the kids have seen them. Should be fun!

One sad note: My dog, Cozy, who was my first "child" passed away on Sunday morning. She was 11 years old, but our vet didn't expect her to live past 3 years, so we got a lot of time with her. We knew she was not feeling well on Friday and Saturday, but went downhill really quickly. She died in Katie's arms, and we buried her underneath our cherry tree in the backyard. It's been really hard on the kids, but it turned into a beautiful teaching moment.

I'm sorry I haven't been able to keep up with you all this week. I've been thinking about you all and keeping you in my prayers! If there's anything urgent I need to know, would someone PM me? I'll try to check that at least once a day. Thanks. Have a great week, everybody!

I'm so sorry, Glynis, to hear about Cosy.

I hope you enjoy the rest of the time with your mom, and your upcoming trip!

Sorry I've been posting so sporadically-

Meant to say yesterday, Theresa - I'm so sorry you've had difficulty with Cassi - I hope things are on the mend at this point.

 

[Tinkaroo]

Marci and Elizabeth - glad to hear you guys fared okay in the storms this morning. Unfortunately, it was absolutely horrible in my neck of the woods, but somehow we ourselves were spared any damage to our house or property. Our neighbors lost some large trees, and since we're right near a park, there were some HUGE trees that went down there and into our subdivision. How in the world all those trees managed to not land on power lines or homes is a true miracle. I have never seen weather like that - I am positively terrifed of tornadoes, and that's the closest I ever care to be to anything like it. Up near our house they clocked winds at 87 mph! So, my day started by bolting out of bed at 4 a.m., and unfortunately hasn't improved much since.

After sitting through some meaningless meetings all morning, I need to see if I can now get some actual work done. Have good days, DDA!

 

[triplefigs]

Can someone with an AP do me a favor and check what is available for the night of April 25th? We are driving down early, and I need to book somewhere for the one night. Thanks!

 

[triplefigs]

Glad all of our Dallas friends are ok!!!! It's headed our way, and of course I'm supposed to leave tomorrow am to go to Alabama to see my grandmother... right in the middle of bad weather. I think we're leaving EARLY tomorrow to get ahead of it all.

 

[PNO4TE]

Can someone with an AP do me a favor and check what is available for the night of April 25th? We are driving down early, and I need to book somewhere for the one night. Thanks!

what level of resort?

 

[triplefigs]

We're headed out to the Dekalb Peachtree Airport for the kids. I spent all day cleaning out their closets. Good grief! They've outgrown all their clothes, so I'm going to have to do some serious shopping before Disney. I've outgrown mine too, but not for the "good" reasons!

 

[triplefigs]

what level of resort?

Deluxe so it'll hold 5. We would need 2 rooms for Mod or Value. Thanks, Elin!

 

[PNO4TE]

Deluxe so it'll hold 5. We would need 2 rooms for Mod or Value. Thanks, Elin!

only thing that is coming up other than a 2BR villa At OKW or SSR is BWI standard view for $309.. about $350 with taxes I think

 

[triplefigs]

only thing that is coming up other than a 2BR villa At OKW or SSR is BWI standard view for $309.. about $350 with taxes I think

Thanks for looking. I found the BWI standard on line at WDW with that room only discount. It's $279 there, so a good deal. Then I can walk over to MGM the next am to get my AP and treat everyone to b'fast at the Boardwalk Bakery!

 

[PNO4TE]

Lindsay - what a horrible wake-up call! I hope everyone else is OK in your area.

 

[mommykds]

Glynis,
I am sorry about your dog.

Lindsay, Elizabeth, & Marci,
Stay safe...the weather there sounds crazy.

I just got home from work...busy & crazy all at once. Alot of people coming in to buy park tickets for Passover week. Its going to be crowded!

 

[jackskellingtonsgirl]

I see you have a new avatar, Chanon.

I like the pots & pans!

A couple of other random things...

I talked to Joe yesterday and he finally got the police report from the accident. The accident was not his fault!! Some lady ran a red light and hit him. The police report also states that he could not remember what had happened and that he had a strong alcohol smell. He had in his car about 8 bottles of champagne and vodka that were left from the catering job. They all busted in the accident, so I can only imagine what he smelled liked!

We have not heard an update from my SIL and BIL about how he is faring. It's kind of worrisome. SIL will be in Colorado next week for work and my FIL is flying out there to visit with her. Hopefully we will get an update. We have not talked to them in a while, the time difference sucks. We always remember when it's too late to call.

And does anyone happen to want any World's Finest Chocolate? I signed up for 4 boxes for Mo to sell and then forgot to have my sister pick them up when she got Mo. I need to sell 400 by next Thursday I cannot buy $200 worth of chocolate!

I'm glad the accident wasn't Joe's fault! Did the hospital do a blood alcohol on him? Obviously if he was transporting alcohol that broke then everything would smell!

I hope BIL is doing OK!

I LOVE World's Finest Chocolate! (So does Debbie! ) Let me think on it.

Glynis- I am sorry to hear about Cozy. How wonderful though that you all got to be there for her to go so peacefully.

Glynis, I am so sorry about your doggie.

Please remind me again how old your sister is? Is she still 16?

She just turned 16, but she is only a freshman in high school. She won't graduate until she is 19.

Deb - I am happy to hear that there appears to be a good outcome to Colby's evaluation! Also, can't wait to see more pictures of your progress.

Tammi - I hope Nicholas' appointment with the doctor brings some answers. yourBob is a GEM!

Chanon - cute avatar... what is it??

I hope Colby is able to get started soon!

Tammi - Is Nicholas constipated? That sounds similar to what happens to Princess.

Marci and Elizabeth - glad to hear you guys fared okay in the storms this morning. Unfortunately, it was absolutely horrible in my neck of the woods, but somehow we ourselves were spared any damage to our house or property. Our neighbors lost some large trees, and since we're right near a park, there were some HUGE trees that went down there and into our subdivision. How in the world all those trees managed to not land on power lines or homes is a true miracle. I have never seen weather like that - I am positively terrifed of tornadoes, and that's the closest I ever care to be to anything like it. Up near our house they clocked winds at 87 mph! So, my day started by bolting out of bed at 4 a.m., and unfortunately hasn't improved much since.

After sitting through some meaningless meetings all morning, I need to see if I can now get some actual work done. Have good days, DDA!

Lindsay - No power at Princess's house and LOTS of broken trees, etc. We are headed back there now (we're at my house) to see what the status is. We didn't have gymnastics today because they had no power, either! My power never went out, though we had some BIG storms at 4 AM. I'm glad you and Marci are safe!!

 

[my3princes]

I'm glad Colby is getting the help that he needs.

I had another night where Nicholas woke up with stomach pains and then vomited. That was around midnight and has been ok since. He is still complaining that his stomach hurts. I have no idea what is going on. He isn't 'sick' as there are no other symptoms. Yesterday when I picked him up after school his stomach seemed to be distended and when I asked about it he told me he had been drinking lots of water. Then he played outside all evening, and ate a regular meal. But before bed he complained of pain. When he woke up his stomach was hard and he was doubled over in pain. After he emptied he seemed to be comfortable. I have been taking off so much work lately, so Bob was able to take today off and come over and stay with him. They only have a half day today and tomorrow is a teacher workday. I think I'm going to call his dr. and see what the nurse there says.

I hope that it's nothing serious. My nephew has not been to school yet this week. He also vomits during the night, but seems much better during the day We think it's a viral thing

Our appointment to go over Colby's results are on May 5. It is a one hour meeting and will cover treatment options before school and at the school, create and IEP and some other things that I have forgotten now. It makes me think that his score results were low enough, but I don't even know if she's actually scored it yet It could just be protocol.

Hi, everyone! I'm just checking in so you don't think I've fallen off the face of the earth! Things here are hectic and I won't have time to really come back to the list until Thursday of next week. My mom is staying with us and we're having a bunch of fun! We leave on Saturday to take her home, and to take our kids on a long overdue Spring Break trip to explore the national parks in our state. We haven't done this since Katie was 18 months, so really none of the kids have seen them. Should be fun!

One sad note: My dog, Cozy, who was my first "child" passed away on Sunday morning. She was 11 years old, but our vet didn't expect her to live past 3 years, so we got a lot of time with her. We knew she was not feeling well on Friday and Saturday, but went downhill really quickly. She died in Katie's arms, and we buried her underneath our cherry tree in the backyard. It's been really hard on the kids, but it turned into a beautiful teaching moment.

I'm sorry I haven't been able to keep up with you all this week. I've been thinking about you all and keeping you in my prayers! If there's anything urgent I need to know, would someone PM me? I'll try to check that at least once a day. Thanks. Have a great week, everybody!

I sorry about your dog. Losing a pet is so hard. We are all still grieving over the loss of our dogs 1 1/2 years ago

I hope you have a wonderful spring break

Marci and Elizabeth - glad to hear you guys fared okay in the storms this morning. Unfortunately, it was absolutely horrible in my neck of the woods, but somehow we ourselves were spared any damage to our house or property. Our neighbors lost some large trees, and since we're right near a park, there were some HUGE trees that went down there and into our subdivision. How in the world all those trees managed to not land on power lines or homes is a true miracle. I have never seen weather like that - I am positively terrifed of tornadoes, and that's the closest I ever care to be to anything like it. Up near our house they clocked winds at 87 mph! So, my day started by bolting out of bed at 4 a.m., and unfortunately hasn't improved much since.

After sitting through some meaningless meetings all morning, I need to see if I can now get some actual work done. Have good days, DDA!

I'm glad that you are safe. What a horrible way to start any day