Jayden's Poor Ears

Well we went to the ENT on Wednesday, and alas Jayden still has the same Ear infection. It is been about a month and a half so guess what .... we are headed to surgery. On April 14th they are going to do tubes and some airway testing. There were two different types of scopes they are doing but I can't remember what they are called. The doctor was really nice and said in the mean time should he run a fever he needed to have rocephin shots. I have heard those are VERY VERY painful so lets just pray we can make it a couple of weeks with no fever!

Well, today starts spring break for Madison. She is wondering what fun adventures we are up to ... I am wondering the same thing ;) My husband is fishing this weekend and next weekend (that snake). Just kidding.

Well, guess I will run - no one took my survey except me so I guess that I know now - no surveys!

Take care and have a wonderful weekend - we plan on it!

Happy Easter

Happy Easter! We had a very nice Easter. The Jeffords came down on Thursday and we all went to the zoo on Friday. Our good friends Angie (and her two) and Kelly (and her two) went also. It was a beautiful day and I believe the kids had a wonderful time. The adults did too but we were worn out by the end!

On Saturday we went to an Easter egg hunt at the church. It was very crowded but the kids still had a great time! My old neighbor and good friend, Heather joined us for church. It was fun to see her and we even got to go out to breakfast afterwards. Heather probably wishes she had picked a different family to eat with - just kidding - the kids were actually very good.

Tanner and Madison were pleased with the Easter bunny. Tanner didn't even know that the Easter Bunny was coming so he was surprised when he woke up. Church was wonderful. It was very crowded but it was good to worship on such a wonderful day.

I went to see Pappaw today - who is back in the hospital. He seems to be doing okay. We shall see.

Well tomorrow starts back another week. Madison has spring break not this week but the next. Now just as a side note I am doing a survey - I am sooooo excited that Duke lost in the NCAA - only because it gets at my husband :) Carolina is kicking some butt!!!! Let's go Heels!!!

Hello .....

Okay, I couldn't think of a title so I just used hello. Well, I am a little stressed, sad and hopeful all at the same time. We are moving Pappaw into an assisted living care tomorrow. He is very distressed about the situation which is TOTALLY understandable. I can't imagine what he must be feeling. Oh...I just pray he will accept it or if not that we can find a suitable place for him to just be HAPPY. If you have a moment and can please pray for him and for those who will be crossing his path. He was very upset tonight and that is so hard to watch.

Well...not much to report. Jayden had his nine month 'well' check today. Well is in '' because I don't know that Jayden is ever well :) He is 20lbs 3 oz. , and 29 inches. He was in the 75th percentile for length and head, and 50th in weight. I don't know why my kids have such big heads. All three of them have always had big percentiles for head. I don't think their heads look all that big - do you? Anyway, enough about that. He still had an ear infection but it was looking better so that is positive. I am sure by the time we go to the ENT it will be all clear and we will be happy to give them our copay at the time :)

Tanner is dandy - he is just a ball of energy. I couldn't love that boy more. He has really gotten into giving hugs. Now you can't ask for one but if he wants one you better be prepared to give it or he will let you have it. I had to chase Stephen down in the car because he left the restaurant without giving Tanner a hug and Tanner had crocodile tears. It is very sweet but can be a little inconvenient at times. We'll keep him!

Madison is great! She loves school and she loves Hannah Montana. I have to confess I had a very BAD momma moment today. They were offering Tae Kwon Do after school on Tues and Thurs and Madison asked me to sign her up. So of course I did and then I never thought another thing about it. Well, Madison usually rides the bus home from school. This afternoon I left the boys with Stephen and told him that I was going to Walmart and that Madison should be home on the bus shortly. I was shopping ... and suddenly at 3:45, I get a message from her school asking if anyone is going to pick her up because the tae kwon do ended at 3:20. Oh MY GOODNESS - I left my child at school. So, I go racing out of Wal-mart to pick the girl up. Luckily she was okay and the school is wondering what kind of lunatic I am. They did inform me that I should be there by 3:20 on Thursday - could someone call and remind me??? ha!ha!

Hooray for the Tarheels!!!

I am very happy to see the Tarheels in the ACC finals but not nearly as happy as seeing that Duke is NOT in the finals (sorry Allison). I would take a loss for the Heels if it meant Duke didn't win that is how much I dislike Duke. Mostly because my husband likes Duke - gosh I am mean : )

Well this week was good all in all. Jayden is still not sleeping all that well and he is wheezing something awful. He scared Hannah tonight he was wheezing so bad. Unfortunately, I have become numb too it. He has officially started crawling on his hands and knees. Watch out world - here comes Jayden. He is my buddy and I love him dearly - I just wish we could get him healthy once and for all!

Tanner had his soccer game today and he did very well. He spent most of the time proudly running up and down the court but he did get a few good kicks. He is so darn cute if I don't say so myself. He is getting very good at his swimming lessons. He has learned to spell his name and is very proud of it - just ask him :)

Madison is the same sweet girl as always. Her soccer started back this week. Daddy took her with her brothers all by himself on Thursday. Mom was at Bunco. He survived and said she did really well. Her sweet friend Maggie is moving this week. I know that will be hard for her.

My uncle is doing much better. He is up and able to recognize everyone and even having conversations. I heard they may be moving him to the VA hospital in Durham - not really sure why but everyone seems like that is a good idea so I guess that is good. Pappaw is not doing so well. He is in the hospital and seems to be very depressed. I am very worried about him - if you can please pray for him!

Go Tarheels!

So everyone but Stephen is very excited the Tarheels beat Duke!!!! Hooray.

Well, Jayden still has his ear infection. We are on antibiotic number for this. We will see the ENT on March 27 and hopefully get some resolution.

Madison was baptized on Sunday. It was very beautiful and we celebrated at chips and cheese afterwards. Thanks to everyone who came and shared this special day.

Tanner his the same as always. Crazy and lovable!!!

We are Healthy!

Hooray, we are all healthy!! Even Jayden for the moment is healthy. Of course tomorrow we go to the asthma doctor so of course he wouldn't be sick :)

I am happy to report that my grandfather is at home and doing really well. My uncle has been able to come off the vent and seems to be doing well also.

Well Tanner is screaming so this has to be short. Happy Tuesday!

Still sick ...

Well, I was diagnosed with the flu and Jayden still has an ear infection. Jayden has been absolutely impossible to deal with. He is pitiful but given my state I am having a rough time. Luckily, my mom has been soooo good to come over and help with the kids. I don't know what I would do without her. Angie also brought us dinner last night. I was feeling much better yesterday and thought I was almost over it but when I woke up this morning I felt horrible. Praying that tomorrow will be a much better day.

Tanner played in his second soccer game today (thanks to Ammaw for taking him). She said he did great and even kicked the ball several times. He has been a sweetheart telling me he is sorry that I am sick (while he is climbing all over me :))

Madison went to a sleepover at her friends Maggie's house last night. They have become such good friends. Sadly, Maggie will be moving in a couple weeks. We will all miss her whole family but Madison will especially miss Maggie. They are in school and church together.

Pappaw is suppose to be coming home from the hospital today - I really have no further details about long term plans because I have been sick but I am praying it will be a smooth transition and what will overall be best for him. As far as I know, there aren't any changes with my uncle. They are still unable to get him off the vent.

Well, I am headed back to bed before Stephen thinks I am healthy and puts me back to work. Men - they just don't get it :) My apologies to any man who is reading this .... ha, ha!