There is a bit of wisdom I once heard that more often than not proves to be true on days like this. It goes, "When the wind blows,the kids are naughty." Holy cow! Is that true today! Thank heavens for Scooby Doo for a little peace or this morning would have been filled with constant screaming and crying--and I only have two kids at home!
Our former priest, Fr. Randy, says when it is windy, it is the Holy Spirit blowing through. I always find comfort in that image and try to remember that on our many extremely breezy SD days.
Maybe I need to combine the two. Maybe if I put my kids outside for awhile, the Holy Spirit will take their naughty behavior away. Next time I see Fr. Randy, I am going to ask his opinion on the subject.
Monday, March 30, 2009
Saturday, March 28, 2009
Still here!
I thought I'd better update to let everyone know I'm still here! Today I really am feeling better--finally. I knew I was feeling better when I started organizing and vacuuming the entry this morning--after making pancakes and eggs for everyone for breakfast.
The boys both had high fevers yesterday, but are better today. That is good news, since we are hoping to go to the CIRCUS tomorrow!
The boys both had high fevers yesterday, but are better today. That is good news, since we are hoping to go to the CIRCUS tomorrow!
Wednesday, March 25, 2009
Sick Day
This is my second sick day in a row. For some reason, my sinus troubles have settled into my throat and knocked me on my butt for the past couple days. I am so thankful to David & my inlaws for entertaining Nathan yesterday. Of course, Teresa had to one-up me and get 2 molars at one time. It's been quite pleasant around here as you can probably imagine!
I am a horrible sick person. I have no idea why my mom still kept me around the first time after I was sick and old enough to talk. I remember whenever I was sick lying on the couch and repeating over and over, "I don't feel very good." She would answer, "I know." It is a mystery, but I only remember one or two days of her being sick. No doubt there were more, but being the awesome mom she was and is, I couldn't tell.
Of course, I am not able to lie on the couch and whine anymore, but that doesn't mean I don't want to! I think my kids kind of like when mom is down. They get to watch more movies and I can't run as fast to catch them when I need to.
For me, that is the worst. I can't be the mom I need to be when I am sick. I know there are many moms who are dealing with much bigger health crises than I ever have. I am thankful this virus will hopefully run its course in a few days. But, until then, I just have to say, "I don't feel very good."
I am a horrible sick person. I have no idea why my mom still kept me around the first time after I was sick and old enough to talk. I remember whenever I was sick lying on the couch and repeating over and over, "I don't feel very good." She would answer, "I know." It is a mystery, but I only remember one or two days of her being sick. No doubt there were more, but being the awesome mom she was and is, I couldn't tell.
Of course, I am not able to lie on the couch and whine anymore, but that doesn't mean I don't want to! I think my kids kind of like when mom is down. They get to watch more movies and I can't run as fast to catch them when I need to.
For me, that is the worst. I can't be the mom I need to be when I am sick. I know there are many moms who are dealing with much bigger health crises than I ever have. I am thankful this virus will hopefully run its course in a few days. But, until then, I just have to say, "I don't feel very good."
Tuesday, March 24, 2009
"Reality" TV
I jumped on the reality show bandwagon with the start of "Survivor." A zillion seasons later, David and I are still watching it.
Since then there have been too many reality shows to count. There are some I never could understand (remember "The Mole"?), some I ignore for the most part ("Big Brother" and . . . gasp . . . "The Bachelor"), and some I watch on certain nights and not on others (the singing night of "American Idol" is worth my time, but I can only stand the last 2 minutes of the elimination show.)
When I started walking in recent months, I found "The Biggest Loser" to be an inspiration to me--especially the weigh in's. Thankful that I didn't have to weigh in on national TV in a sports bra and spandex, I became more than willing to walk a little faster or a little longer to keep that from happening!
Opponents of "reality" shows will tell you that they are not real. My answer is, of course they're not! If I wanted real life, I obviously wouldn't be watching them.
Since then there have been too many reality shows to count. There are some I never could understand (remember "The Mole"?), some I ignore for the most part ("Big Brother" and . . . gasp . . . "The Bachelor"), and some I watch on certain nights and not on others (the singing night of "American Idol" is worth my time, but I can only stand the last 2 minutes of the elimination show.)
When I started walking in recent months, I found "The Biggest Loser" to be an inspiration to me--especially the weigh in's. Thankful that I didn't have to weigh in on national TV in a sports bra and spandex, I became more than willing to walk a little faster or a little longer to keep that from happening!
Opponents of "reality" shows will tell you that they are not real. My answer is, of course they're not! If I wanted real life, I obviously wouldn't be watching them.
Sunday, March 22, 2009
MS Walk Update
Much has been happening with the Many Steps to Fight MS team. Our team continues to grow, which is very exciting! Our youngest walker--or, stroller--is 5 months old! YOU are invited to join us, too!
In case you do not read the Northwest Blade or Faulkton Record (info will be running in Faulkton this week), I wanted to make sure my blog readers knew the latest news, too.
In addition to walking, our team is asking our supporters to help us honor and remember those with MS in another way. We are selling cardstock footprints for $5 each In Honor of or In Memory of the person of the donor's choice. These footprints will be displayed at the start of the walk.
You may order a footprint by contacting me (davidandlauramelius@yahoo.com), visiting the Aberdeen Family Physicians reception area, or going directly to the link below. If the link doesn't work, www.mymswalk.org will take you to the general MS Walk page. If you order online, please include your recipient's and your name, too, if you wish, in the box.
http://main.nationalmssociety.org/site/TR/Walk/NTHWalkEvents?team_id=158490&pg=team&fr_id=10300
Something new this year is Team Village, which I imagine will be similar to the team areas at other events. Each team may decorate their tent in anyway they wish. I hope we are able to cover our tent and the ground surrounding it with these footprints.
The response has already been very heartwarming and encouraging. I realize we all choose different causes to support, so I understand if you cannot donate at this time. In that case, please pray for a successful MS Walk for all of the teams on May 9!
Thank you very much for helping us come MANY STEPS closer to a cure for Multiple Sclerosis.
In case you do not read the Northwest Blade or Faulkton Record (info will be running in Faulkton this week), I wanted to make sure my blog readers knew the latest news, too.
In addition to walking, our team is asking our supporters to help us honor and remember those with MS in another way. We are selling cardstock footprints for $5 each In Honor of or In Memory of the person of the donor's choice. These footprints will be displayed at the start of the walk.
You may order a footprint by contacting me (davidandlauramelius@yahoo.com), visiting the Aberdeen Family Physicians reception area, or going directly to the link below. If the link doesn't work, www.mymswalk.org will take you to the general MS Walk page. If you order online, please include your recipient's and your name, too, if you wish, in the box.
http://main.nationalmssociety.org/site/TR/Walk/NTHWalkEvents?team_id=158490&pg=team&fr_id=10300
Something new this year is Team Village, which I imagine will be similar to the team areas at other events. Each team may decorate their tent in anyway they wish. I hope we are able to cover our tent and the ground surrounding it with these footprints.
The response has already been very heartwarming and encouraging. I realize we all choose different causes to support, so I understand if you cannot donate at this time. In that case, please pray for a successful MS Walk for all of the teams on May 9!
Thank you very much for helping us come MANY STEPS closer to a cure for Multiple Sclerosis.
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