Well yesterday was an exciting day.
I intended to start an exercise program, however, I woke up with a cold. In my mind if you can not breath working out is the last thing you should do. Ok I must admit that the stars must align, the temperature perfect, and the outfit cute.LOL
I spent all day at school and got about half or the things done that I needed to get done. I subed for Sam's teacher for an hour...it was fun. I helped the woman who volunteered to do the Book Fair this year. I am so happy that she is in charge I will help her a bit!!! And a few other things. :)
I took my mom to her dialysis. It takes 3 hours for them to filter all the blood. I sat with her and knitted. We they do not have chairs for "visitors". So I got the wonderful opportunity to sit on a stool, the kind Dr's sit on for exams. I think I know why they only spent 3 minutes with each patient, they are so comfortable.LOL
We went to dinner at Olive Garden it was so tasty. I must admit I would have enjoyed it more with a nap under my belt.
Upon getting into bed I did truly feel like a "Burned Grilled Cheese" ... crispy, melted and chard.
Today will be a better sandwich...not burned! Gosh I am hungry now.
Saturday, October 30, 2010
Thursday, October 28, 2010
Not so Bad as all that
Today is my double life day. I end the full time care giver for MIL and begin the fast paced life I have put off for that. So I have to contain my excitement and not jump into busy mode to early. It makes MIL agitated.
Funny how life can change so fast. And things that seem to be "bad" in the beginning can turn out interesting. There are a few instances of that in my life. First Sam. We were so not going to have any more kids...unless God had other plans. Well the realization of being pregnant at 37 with our kids ages 15 and 12 just did not seem to be "good" . I was embarrassed... Grap a Doughnut I was a grown woman and should not "accidentally" get Knocked up. Well almost 6 years later, he is such a blessing he just came to the party late!
My MIL and I never really had much of a relationship. She did not really like me...I took her baby away. She did some underhanded things and just snarky. So when she had to come and live with us and I became her care giver, I figured life was going to be HELL. Well again there are days when life is hard. There are days you just have to laugh. I have spent more alone time with her TODAY than I have in the past almost 25 years of being married to her son. There were always others around. Don't get me wrong when the year is up my hubby and SIL need to have other arrangements made. But, until then I will look for the bright side. It is like Easter Egg hunt every morning to find her dirty Panties!LOL
One thing that is odd, the deep conversations we have when she is naked (giving her a shower). According to her I give the best showers EVER! LOL
Funny how life can change so fast. And things that seem to be "bad" in the beginning can turn out interesting. There are a few instances of that in my life. First Sam. We were so not going to have any more kids...unless God had other plans. Well the realization of being pregnant at 37 with our kids ages 15 and 12 just did not seem to be "good" . I was embarrassed... Grap a Doughnut I was a grown woman and should not "accidentally" get Knocked up. Well almost 6 years later, he is such a blessing he just came to the party late!
My MIL and I never really had much of a relationship. She did not really like me...I took her baby away. She did some underhanded things and just snarky. So when she had to come and live with us and I became her care giver, I figured life was going to be HELL. Well again there are days when life is hard. There are days you just have to laugh. I have spent more alone time with her TODAY than I have in the past almost 25 years of being married to her son. There were always others around. Don't get me wrong when the year is up my hubby and SIL need to have other arrangements made. But, until then I will look for the bright side. It is like Easter Egg hunt every morning to find her dirty Panties!LOL
One thing that is odd, the deep conversations we have when she is naked (giving her a shower). According to her I give the best showers EVER! LOL
Wednesday, October 27, 2010
Club Sandwich
I am in hopes that this will explain the "Club Sandwich" in which I live. I definitely in the sandwich generation. I have kids at home and aging parents and MIL who need my help. I will list each person in no particular order.
Bread- My parents, they have health issues, my mom started dialysis last week for kidney failure, my dad is a diabetic. They live a few miles from me and need a bit of moral support and help at this time.
Bread- My MIL (mother in law) it has been 3 months since she moved into our home. She needs full time care for dementia. We go to the Dr this morning to get a definite diagnosis.
Ham- My oldest son (Thomas, 21) he is a ham and a joy. He and the love of his life Drea got married this summer. They bought a home and are such a joy to see them starting their life together.
Cheese- My daughter (Elizabeth "Liz" 18) she is sweet and multi-faceted and aging into a wonderful young woman. Liz will graduate in May and is trying to find her path.
Turkey- My youngest son (Sam, 5) he is every bit a turkey. He is in kindergarten and so ready to graduate from high school.
Tomato- My Loving Hubby (Kevin) he is that silent dependable part. We have been married almost 25 years!
Mayo- Me (Tonya) I am sticky and sometimes spread a bit thin.
The tooth pick- GOD , He holds us all together! With out GOD we would be lost.
Bread- My parents, they have health issues, my mom started dialysis last week for kidney failure, my dad is a diabetic. They live a few miles from me and need a bit of moral support and help at this time.
Bread- My MIL (mother in law) it has been 3 months since she moved into our home. She needs full time care for dementia. We go to the Dr this morning to get a definite diagnosis.
Ham- My oldest son (Thomas, 21) he is a ham and a joy. He and the love of his life Drea got married this summer. They bought a home and are such a joy to see them starting their life together.
Cheese- My daughter (Elizabeth "Liz" 18) she is sweet and multi-faceted and aging into a wonderful young woman. Liz will graduate in May and is trying to find her path.
Turkey- My youngest son (Sam, 5) he is every bit a turkey. He is in kindergarten and so ready to graduate from high school.
Tomato- My Loving Hubby (Kevin) he is that silent dependable part. We have been married almost 25 years!
Mayo- Me (Tonya) I am sticky and sometimes spread a bit thin.
The tooth pick- GOD , He holds us all together! With out GOD we would be lost.
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