Showing posts with label thanksgiving. Show all posts
Showing posts with label thanksgiving. Show all posts
11.28.2011
11.25.2010
Thanksgiving...
It is officially Thanksgiving on our home. B is done (and boy was tonight a bit of a fight), so I am definitely thankful for that. This year has been a roller coaster of ups and downs around us. Every year I always hope the next year will be full of more joy than sadness, but I think I have come to the conclusion that finding joy in even the saddest moment is the way to survive in this big world. So below I list what I am thankful for this year.
I am Thankful for...
First and foremost, our son B. He is definitely my world and a complete joy. We have some rough days, but it is still a learning challenge I am happy to experience. He is our miracle and all that we had to do to have him in our arms, makes me cherish him even more and to be so grateful.
I am thankful for all the medicine and medical procedures that allowed me to become a mother. It is definitely not without the advances in technology and medicine that I was able to welcome our son into this world. I hope now that the future pregnancies will be as wonderful as B's was, but I know I was very lucky to have such a smooth 9.5 months. I do not care what anyone says or thinks, I am thankful for all the medical staff at my OB/GYN and the hospital staff because without them I am not sure I would be where I am today, raising our 2 month old son and watching him develop and grow.
I am grateful for my husband. He is by far my best friend and a fabulous husband and father. He also is a great listener and wonderful partner in crime when it comes to the household. We have battled some difficult times, overcome numerous obstacles and remained a strong front. Communication is crucial throughout our relationship and there are times we drop the ball, but we always work out our differences and find common ground. I cannot thank him enough for being my rock and confidante through the years. Our relationship started during one of the toughest points in my life, and he amazingly weathered the storm alongside me and it definitely built a very strong bond between us and laid a strong foundation for our relationship and eventual marriage.
I am thankful for my Mom; for raising me to be the strong woman I am today and for continuing to support me and guide me as I become a Mom myself. We had our tough years, but I definitely feel we have become better friends in the recent years and I am glad to have her for a shoulder to lean on and an ear to chat with.
I am also thankful for my Mother-in-Law for all the support and guidance she gives us. In addition, I am thankful for making Husby who he is today. I know it is not typically this way, but my MIL and I get along quite well and I enjoy her chats as well.
I also am grateful for all of our family and their support and caring dedication throughout the years. The same can be said for our friends here in Florida and all over the US. Even though we may not be blood relatives, some of our friends are close like family.
I am thankful we both have decent jobs that allow us to spend time with B and each other and still support our comfortable lifestyle. We scrimp and budget and sometimes make due on a strict budget, but it is mainly our own doing for a splurge on something or to build up savings or something. I know a lot of people are struggling in this economy and although we have not seen raises or make fabulous salaries, we are happy with what we do and appreicate the salary we do get.
The clique: I am thankful for a roof over my head, food on the table, good fortune and health.
My Prayers:
For those who are struggling and need a second chance in life. I hope they find the strength to pick themselves up and brush off the bad and smile as they move onto new opportunities. We ALL need a second chance, and sometimes a little boost, so I hope those in greatest need find that boost or chance.
For those who are facing an obstacle or challenge they do not feel they can overcome. I pray they find the willpower and knowledge to overcome the challenge and battle their fears. As the adage goes, "When life gives you lemons, make lemonade".
I pray for the families who have lost a loved one this past year. We have seen the passing of friends and know the brevity of life and it is with these passings, we learn importance of savoring every moment and cherishing life. I hope these families are full of love and comfort through this holiday season when the thoughts of their loved ones bring them to tears. I hope their hearts are not heavy with sadness but rather full of wonderful memories and thoughts of their loved ones.
For those who are battling an non-winning battle with a terminal disease, I pray they find the inner peace to realize their fate and God's ultimate path for them. I hope in the future medicine and technology will find ways to win these battles, but right now that is not the case for all diseases. I hope these people can find the good in their lives and hold on those memories as they face this new battle and the treatments and medications and side effects they will undergo.
Along with the above, I pray for the families of these ill patients. I pray they can find kindness and love in this world to give them hope and support as they standby their family members. Having gone through this with my Dad and Grandpa, I know firsthand the stress and ultimate sadness they face. It is hard to say goodbye to someone and I hope it never has to happen too early, but I have witnessed and know there is little that can be done. I have learned God has a plan for everyone. We may not agree with the plan, but we have to let him be our guide and understand he knows what is best for us.
I also pray for our military personnel and their families, especially for those deployed. They do not get to celebrate holidays like we do with all the fixings and sides....they will be lucky to get a good night's rest even. Military families bear a large burden and their daily prayer involves the safe return of their loved ones. I pray they find the strength to get through the countdowns and the gratitude others around the nation feel for them and their loved ones protecting our livesand our freedoms. Freedom in this world is not free; someone has shed blood or fought for the freedom we have. We must never take it for granted and therefore we should always thank a veteran or active military for doing their job and protecting us each and everyday.
So while we spend time with our friends and one another tomorrow, we will be saying thanks and prayers for so much. I also send my thoughts and prayers for my extended family in NY as they face some difficult times in the near future. I hope they know I am thinking of them and praying everything works out, but know I will be there when the time comes. Please let the diagnosis be benign for my godfather and please watch over and comfort my godmother and cousins these next few days/weeks/months.
Hug your loved ones tight this holiday season and make many memories that you can hold on to cherish forever. I wish everyone a Happy and Healthy Thanksgiving (and holiday season).
I am Thankful for...
First and foremost, our son B. He is definitely my world and a complete joy. We have some rough days, but it is still a learning challenge I am happy to experience. He is our miracle and all that we had to do to have him in our arms, makes me cherish him even more and to be so grateful.
I am thankful for all the medicine and medical procedures that allowed me to become a mother. It is definitely not without the advances in technology and medicine that I was able to welcome our son into this world. I hope now that the future pregnancies will be as wonderful as B's was, but I know I was very lucky to have such a smooth 9.5 months. I do not care what anyone says or thinks, I am thankful for all the medical staff at my OB/GYN and the hospital staff because without them I am not sure I would be where I am today, raising our 2 month old son and watching him develop and grow.
I am grateful for my husband. He is by far my best friend and a fabulous husband and father. He also is a great listener and wonderful partner in crime when it comes to the household. We have battled some difficult times, overcome numerous obstacles and remained a strong front. Communication is crucial throughout our relationship and there are times we drop the ball, but we always work out our differences and find common ground. I cannot thank him enough for being my rock and confidante through the years. Our relationship started during one of the toughest points in my life, and he amazingly weathered the storm alongside me and it definitely built a very strong bond between us and laid a strong foundation for our relationship and eventual marriage.
I am thankful for my Mom; for raising me to be the strong woman I am today and for continuing to support me and guide me as I become a Mom myself. We had our tough years, but I definitely feel we have become better friends in the recent years and I am glad to have her for a shoulder to lean on and an ear to chat with.
I am also thankful for my Mother-in-Law for all the support and guidance she gives us. In addition, I am thankful for making Husby who he is today. I know it is not typically this way, but my MIL and I get along quite well and I enjoy her chats as well.
I also am grateful for all of our family and their support and caring dedication throughout the years. The same can be said for our friends here in Florida and all over the US. Even though we may not be blood relatives, some of our friends are close like family.
I am thankful we both have decent jobs that allow us to spend time with B and each other and still support our comfortable lifestyle. We scrimp and budget and sometimes make due on a strict budget, but it is mainly our own doing for a splurge on something or to build up savings or something. I know a lot of people are struggling in this economy and although we have not seen raises or make fabulous salaries, we are happy with what we do and appreicate the salary we do get.
The clique: I am thankful for a roof over my head, food on the table, good fortune and health.
My Prayers:
For those who are struggling and need a second chance in life. I hope they find the strength to pick themselves up and brush off the bad and smile as they move onto new opportunities. We ALL need a second chance, and sometimes a little boost, so I hope those in greatest need find that boost or chance.
For those who are facing an obstacle or challenge they do not feel they can overcome. I pray they find the willpower and knowledge to overcome the challenge and battle their fears. As the adage goes, "When life gives you lemons, make lemonade".
I pray for the families who have lost a loved one this past year. We have seen the passing of friends and know the brevity of life and it is with these passings, we learn importance of savoring every moment and cherishing life. I hope these families are full of love and comfort through this holiday season when the thoughts of their loved ones bring them to tears. I hope their hearts are not heavy with sadness but rather full of wonderful memories and thoughts of their loved ones.
For those who are battling an non-winning battle with a terminal disease, I pray they find the inner peace to realize their fate and God's ultimate path for them. I hope in the future medicine and technology will find ways to win these battles, but right now that is not the case for all diseases. I hope these people can find the good in their lives and hold on those memories as they face this new battle and the treatments and medications and side effects they will undergo.
Along with the above, I pray for the families of these ill patients. I pray they can find kindness and love in this world to give them hope and support as they standby their family members. Having gone through this with my Dad and Grandpa, I know firsthand the stress and ultimate sadness they face. It is hard to say goodbye to someone and I hope it never has to happen too early, but I have witnessed and know there is little that can be done. I have learned God has a plan for everyone. We may not agree with the plan, but we have to let him be our guide and understand he knows what is best for us.
I also pray for our military personnel and their families, especially for those deployed. They do not get to celebrate holidays like we do with all the fixings and sides....they will be lucky to get a good night's rest even. Military families bear a large burden and their daily prayer involves the safe return of their loved ones. I pray they find the strength to get through the countdowns and the gratitude others around the nation feel for them and their loved ones protecting our livesand our freedoms. Freedom in this world is not free; someone has shed blood or fought for the freedom we have. We must never take it for granted and therefore we should always thank a veteran or active military for doing their job and protecting us each and everyday.
So while we spend time with our friends and one another tomorrow, we will be saying thanks and prayers for so much. I also send my thoughts and prayers for my extended family in NY as they face some difficult times in the near future. I hope they know I am thinking of them and praying everything works out, but know I will be there when the time comes. Please let the diagnosis be benign for my godfather and please watch over and comfort my godmother and cousins these next few days/weeks/months.
Hug your loved ones tight this holiday season and make many memories that you can hold on to cherish forever. I wish everyone a Happy and Healthy Thanksgiving (and holiday season).
11.16.2009
Thanksgiving Day Menu
Appetizers:
Pepperoni & Mozzarella Wrap Snack bites
Cheese & Crackers
Main Dish:
Deep-fried Turkey (Southern Style)
Cornbread Stuffing
Sweet Potato Casserole
Mashed Red Potatoes
Heinz Gravy (no more homemade gravy after last time's drama)
Homestyle dinner biscuits
Jellied Cranberry Sauce
Green Bean Casserole
Dessert:
Home-made Pumpkin Pie
Vanilla Ice Cream
Green Fruit Salad
*This menu of course does not include anything our European guests bring to dinner, so there will probably be additions. They are currently visiting their families back home (England), and said they would try to bring somethings back from Europe to share (and us to experience), as well as, possibly cook a dish or something.*
Pepperoni & Mozzarella Wrap Snack bites
Cheese & Crackers
Main Dish:
Deep-fried Turkey (Southern Style)
Cornbread Stuffing
Sweet Potato Casserole
Mashed Red Potatoes
Heinz Gravy (no more homemade gravy after last time's drama)
Homestyle dinner biscuits
Jellied Cranberry Sauce
Green Bean Casserole
Dessert:
Home-made Pumpkin Pie
Vanilla Ice Cream
Green Fruit Salad
*This menu of course does not include anything our European guests bring to dinner, so there will probably be additions. They are currently visiting their families back home (England), and said they would try to bring somethings back from Europe to share (and us to experience), as well as, possibly cook a dish or something.*
Recap
So it has been a busy last 2 weeks and this and next week are going to be even more hectic.
1. Saw the 3rd Orthopedic doctor since my accident in May this past Monday (11/9). He quickly suggested arthroscopic surgery to repair my shoulder. According to him, I have a trauma-induced impingement in my shoulder where the bursa is being smashed between my two bones in the joint like between a rock and a hard place. This is because I have no more gap/room in my shoulder joint. The surgery will involve them reducing the swelling by either removing part of the bursa or shaving each of the joint bones down to make room. Also, he thinks I may have a tear near my rotators cuff (which is something Husby, the physical therapist, and my family doctor thought may have occurred due to my earlier symptoms).
2. My workman's comp nurse is trying to pull a fast one over me and not cooperating on getting my paperwork and authorization filed so I can have surgery soon. I'm on to her and so is the doctor's office...and well, let's just say I have a lot of time on my hands and will be calling her everyday until the authorization is sent to the surgeon's office.
3. I am hoping to have the shoulder surgery done the Tuesday before Thanksgiving, that way I have the longest gap of time for recuperation without affecting work, Husby's work, Teaching, Grad School, Husby's travels for work, and life in general. This means Husby will be doing all the cooking for Thanksgiving for us, and his 2 European coworkers. He is brave and insisted he will be fine to do everything.
4. My reproductive specialist/ Gyn doctor changed practice effective Nov. 1st, 2009 and unfortunately, I am not allowed to see her any longer because her previous practice states she must sign a contract to not see patients from her old practice at her new practice for at least 2 years. Thankfully, a family friend (who is my old Dr.'s administrative assistant) got my file and referred me to a new doctor, which I promptly called this week to schedule an appointment with.
5. New doctor's appt. is next Monday and the office is close to Husby's office, so hopefully he will tag along for moral support and give me his vibe of the new doctor. I am almost out of medicine and am still having the severe side pains and wacked cycles, so hopefully he can prescribe something or do further testing to determine the root of the problem, and start off BC to TTC.
6. Snowie hurt himself somehow last night. He has a small cut on his behind, like he dragged his butt along a rock or something (they all tend to do that time-to-time when they go #2 and feel like that missed something or left something). It was bleeding last night and we cleaned him up and bathed him and Husby tried to hold pressure on it, but puppy was not having it. This morning it still looked pretty bad and was oozing, so when I get home I may need to consult with the vet if it is still oozing or bleeding. Poor puppy!
7. As if that all is not hectic enough, I have not yet started Christmas shopping for anyone. The one small gift I bought Husby he did not like...happened to see it in the store and he stated he didn't like the look of it, so tonight we are returning it (I'm making him return it and explain his fickleness to the store clerk).
8. Grad school is driving me nuts. The current class is sooooooooo boring!
9. My final big project at work is suppose to start around the 1st week of December and I am needed around the 18th (so hopefully shoulder is operated on next week, so I am healed enough to work the 18th or else major problem).
10. We decided obviously not to go anywhere for T-day and instead split Christmas and New Year's between the Mom's....Christmas at my Mom's, New Year's at his. Hopefully this still works, but as of now that is the plan.
So excuse me if my blogging becomes scarce in the next few weeks as it is quite hectic here.
1. Saw the 3rd Orthopedic doctor since my accident in May this past Monday (11/9). He quickly suggested arthroscopic surgery to repair my shoulder. According to him, I have a trauma-induced impingement in my shoulder where the bursa is being smashed between my two bones in the joint like between a rock and a hard place. This is because I have no more gap/room in my shoulder joint. The surgery will involve them reducing the swelling by either removing part of the bursa or shaving each of the joint bones down to make room. Also, he thinks I may have a tear near my rotators cuff (which is something Husby, the physical therapist, and my family doctor thought may have occurred due to my earlier symptoms).
2. My workman's comp nurse is trying to pull a fast one over me and not cooperating on getting my paperwork and authorization filed so I can have surgery soon. I'm on to her and so is the doctor's office...and well, let's just say I have a lot of time on my hands and will be calling her everyday until the authorization is sent to the surgeon's office.
3. I am hoping to have the shoulder surgery done the Tuesday before Thanksgiving, that way I have the longest gap of time for recuperation without affecting work, Husby's work, Teaching, Grad School, Husby's travels for work, and life in general. This means Husby will be doing all the cooking for Thanksgiving for us, and his 2 European coworkers. He is brave and insisted he will be fine to do everything.
4. My reproductive specialist/ Gyn doctor changed practice effective Nov. 1st, 2009 and unfortunately, I am not allowed to see her any longer because her previous practice states she must sign a contract to not see patients from her old practice at her new practice for at least 2 years. Thankfully, a family friend (who is my old Dr.'s administrative assistant) got my file and referred me to a new doctor, which I promptly called this week to schedule an appointment with.
5. New doctor's appt. is next Monday and the office is close to Husby's office, so hopefully he will tag along for moral support and give me his vibe of the new doctor. I am almost out of medicine and am still having the severe side pains and wacked cycles, so hopefully he can prescribe something or do further testing to determine the root of the problem, and start off BC to TTC.
6. Snowie hurt himself somehow last night. He has a small cut on his behind, like he dragged his butt along a rock or something (they all tend to do that time-to-time when they go #2 and feel like that missed something or left something). It was bleeding last night and we cleaned him up and bathed him and Husby tried to hold pressure on it, but puppy was not having it. This morning it still looked pretty bad and was oozing, so when I get home I may need to consult with the vet if it is still oozing or bleeding. Poor puppy!
7. As if that all is not hectic enough, I have not yet started Christmas shopping for anyone. The one small gift I bought Husby he did not like...happened to see it in the store and he stated he didn't like the look of it, so tonight we are returning it (I'm making him return it and explain his fickleness to the store clerk).
8. Grad school is driving me nuts. The current class is sooooooooo boring!
9. My final big project at work is suppose to start around the 1st week of December and I am needed around the 18th (so hopefully shoulder is operated on next week, so I am healed enough to work the 18th or else major problem).
10. We decided obviously not to go anywhere for T-day and instead split Christmas and New Year's between the Mom's....Christmas at my Mom's, New Year's at his. Hopefully this still works, but as of now that is the plan.
So excuse me if my blogging becomes scarce in the next few weeks as it is quite hectic here.
11.12.2008
Lazy Wednesday
Here it is a quiet Wednesday at work, so figured it was as good time as any to blog. We had a pretty quiet, uneventful weekend of football, scrapping and errands. Finished our mom's presents for Christmas so now it's the rest of the families. I am aiming to be done with Christmas shopping by my birthday this year so I am not stressing. Since we are going to my mom's for Thanksgiving (my aunt and uncle from NJ and cousins will be down as well), we are staying home for Christmas and as of right now my mom is coming down. We may also see my other aunt and uncle while my mom is down since they live right outside Orlando. Now that brings up the whole decorating conundrum. Michael finally agreed to help me decorate (since we will be here this year) for Christmas. The tree will go up after Thanksgiving and we'll decorate it and then do some light decorating around the house (nothing too crazy). I am going to try and find the time to make a wreath but other than that, whatever decorations we have is what we will be using. I want to get some of Michael's childhood ornaments for our tree or else the tree is going to look funny with all my little kid ornaments and some of "our" ornaments. Plus with my mom coming that means I need to totally clean the house and straighten it up. Oh how I love the holidays!
This week has been a bit hectic with our weekly plans (burritos, bowling, etc.) and then one of our friends, Paul, is coming for the weekend. SO again being the semi-perfectionist, I feel the urge to clean the house for his arrival on Friday. We use our guest bathroom tub mostly for the turtles and washing the dogs, so it needs to be cleaned a bit. Thankfully it's only Paul :) . Weekend plans are looking like Howl Saturday night, and being that the group is mostly guys the rest of the weekend is in the air. I'm hoping for some quietness and time to work on the scrapbooks, but we'll see.
This week has been a bit hectic with our weekly plans (burritos, bowling, etc.) and then one of our friends, Paul, is coming for the weekend. SO again being the semi-perfectionist, I feel the urge to clean the house for his arrival on Friday. We use our guest bathroom tub mostly for the turtles and washing the dogs, so it needs to be cleaned a bit. Thankfully it's only Paul :) . Weekend plans are looking like Howl Saturday night, and being that the group is mostly guys the rest of the weekend is in the air. I'm hoping for some quietness and time to work on the scrapbooks, but we'll see.
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