It's Been Awhile...

We have had a GREAT summer! Really busy... I can't believe it is almost over!

First, Both kids start school in 2 weeks. Haley will be a first grader at FES and Drew will be in preschool at Faithful Beginning at New Life Christian Church.

Haley went to the doctor today. We haven't been for a treatment in 9... yes, 9 weeks! Yesterday was the first day that she complained and it was pretty bad. Meg thought she looked great and all of her blood work came back normal. I made her next appointment for 8 weeks for Remicade... so she isn't in any pain. Meg was happy with the probiotics and fish oil that she has been taking too.

Drew is going to get his Lil Dragon purple belt on August 12th. We turned in our 30 day cancellation notice on Monday though. He loves it, but both kids are wanting to play fall soccer and I'm not sure what the future holds for me... or my schedule.

We got the kids a new dog about 1 1/2 weeks ago. Felix, a beagle, joined our family. He was born on May 10th!

We got a Harley Sportster 1200. I just passed my permit test today, so I can't wait to practice!! Haley can't wait to tease daddy, because I missed less than him on the test!

Photo Shoots are keeping me crazy busy... and I love it! Sorry there are no photos on this post... I need to upload them off my camera however I have another shoot tonight, so I'll wait!

I've applied for another job! Keep your fingers crossed for me!! That is about it for now! I'll post pictures and more later!

Flowers...

Happy Father's Day!

So the other night... Justin, both kids, and I all went to eat and then grocery shopping. Justin was looking at one thing, I was looking at something else and the kids were missing. A few seconds later... They appeared with a bouquet of flowers and said, "these are for you Mommy!" I smiled from ear to ear! Of course I had to buy them!

I love my kiddos SO much!!

Memorial Day...

First... Thank you to anyone who has served or is currently serving in our Military!

Here is our Memorial Day in pictures!

Last... Meg (Haley's Nurse Prac) called yesterday and told us her Celiac Panel came back negative, but she does indeed have Crohn's. That is fine! She is doing good on the probiotics and fish oil.

Summer fun...

Hot Summer Days!!

Haley at the farm!
Drew and Kagen had a blast playing in a rubbermaid full of water!

These two are going to be TROUBLE one day!

Update...

ENJOY!

Cute family picture at Haley's graduation... minus Drew being grouchy!

Loving her presents from Mammaw Rhonda and Cherie!

Haley getting her diploma from Mrs Potter (her teacher) and Mrs. Bennett (the principal)
Class of 2022!! I'll be 40!!

Cherie, Mammaw Rhonda, Haley and I

We went to the doctor this past Wednesday and Haley did great... once again. She did receive a remicade treatment, but I finally talked to the infusion nurse and Dr. M about some questions I had. First, we are going to wait 8-10 weeks before her next treatment to see what happens. If she is in pain or hurting, then I'll take her as soon as she needs it... if not, then she probably won't go back for awhile! She also had extra blood work done and today I got a phone call that they were all normal. The doctor did say to make sure she is taking a multi-vitamin. I need to call back Monday to make sure they did the celiac panel and that is what they were talking about... so I'm hoping. They were supposed too and I mentioned it more than once! I also talked to them about probiotics and they were very receptive to that idea. They gave me a few samples to try, so I'm anxious to get that started. I talked to them about the Prevacid also and they said that isn't something I can cut cold turkey so they reduced her from 30 mg to 15 mg for 2 weeks and then told me to see if that helps. My grandma told me she has heard from more than once source that almonds can reduce or stop heart burn/ reflux almost instantly so I may try that. She is also going to start on Fish Oil. I'm so happy that they actually listened to me and understood where I was coming from as a mom.

I need to clear this up too: Colitis and Crohn's are both IBDs. Colitis is just the intestines and colon where as Crohn's is from the mouth all the way through your system. When they did the scope she showed no signs of inflammation in her throat, so that is why they were saying she may not have Crohn's. Some Colitis patients still receive Remicade as a treatment.

My little girl also graduated from Kindergarten last week! I can't believe she is a first grader now. Their program was really cute.

Drew is great... loving being outside. He will be promoted to his blue belt in karate on June 17th!

Med...

So, after not taking Prevacid (for acid reflux) for a week or so... Haley had to start taking that medicine again this morning. I noticed that her breath was really stinky last night and this morning. That was my first indicator. I'll keep you posted.

I blog...

Because... I can vent, inform people about what is going on in our lives (without repeating myself 100 times), and to be able to print everything out in the future. I have family and friends that live across this country who like to know how Haley is doing and what we are up to. I guess I've offended a few people who have read my blog. Not my intention at all. I've never mentioned names! I guess if you are feeling guilty then it might be you, but maybe not. If you question something I've written then all you have to do is ask me. I love blogging and will continue to do so: GOOD, BAD, UGLY, and some USELESS INFO! Keep enjoying!