By Edgar Allan Poe.
Annabel Lee
It was many and many a year ago,
In a kingdom by the sea,
That a maiden there lived whom you may know
By the name of Annabel Lee;
And this maiden she lived with no other thought
Than to love and be loved by me.
I was a child and she was a child,
In this kingdom by the sea:
But we loved with a love that was more than love -
I and my Annabel Lee;
With a love that the winged seraphs of heaven
Coveted her and me.
And this was the reason that, long ago,
In this kingdom by the sea,
A wind blew out of a cloud, chilling
My beautiful Annabel Lee;
So that her high-born kinsmen came
And bore her away from me,
To shut her up in a sepulchre
In this kingdom by the sea.
The angels, not half so happy in heaven,
Went envying her and me -
Yes! that was the reason (as all men know,
In this kingdom by the sea)
That the wind came out of the cloud one night,
Chilling and killing my Annabel Lee.
But our love it was stronger by far than the love
Of those who were older than we -
Of many far wiser than we -
And neither the angels in heaven above,
Nor the demons down under the sea,
Can ever dissever my soul from the soul
Of the beautiful Annabel Lee;
For the moon never beams without bringing me dreams
Of the beautiful Annabel Lee;
And the stars never rise but I feel the bright eyes
Of the beautiful Annabel Lee;
And so, all the night-tide, I lie down by the side
Of my darling -my darling -my life and my bride,
In the sepulchre there by the sea -
In her tomb by the sounding sea.
Monday, February 26, 2007
Saturday, February 24, 2007
Clutter out, Clutter in.
We went to the thrift store today in search of rain boots for Will. I found no rain boots but we did find:
A skirt for me $3.00
A Winnie the Pooh game for Will: $2.00 (after much negotiation away from plastic crap and beanie babies).
A backpack for Will. $1.50
A wooden iron, to replace the toy metal one in the play room. This was a score, its so cute! .50 cents.
Two awesomeist books for me which of course now I can't even remember the titles: .30 cents each.
We also dropped off a couple bags at the donation box.
But I came home with all this stuff but didn't get the boots! Every time I come home with stuff I get *stressed* (that's kind of a strong word really) because I keep trying to keep things simple.
So tomorrow its time to go thru closets again. I am so wanting to simplify. More, more, more every day!
Oh, and to add to the bill for the day: $8.00 in library fines! Ouch! I've probably had $50 in fines in the past year. Kids will do that to ya.
A skirt for me $3.00
A Winnie the Pooh game for Will: $2.00 (after much negotiation away from plastic crap and beanie babies).
A backpack for Will. $1.50
A wooden iron, to replace the toy metal one in the play room. This was a score, its so cute! .50 cents.
Two awesomeist books for me which of course now I can't even remember the titles: .30 cents each.
We also dropped off a couple bags at the donation box.
But I came home with all this stuff but didn't get the boots! Every time I come home with stuff I get *stressed* (that's kind of a strong word really) because I keep trying to keep things simple.
So tomorrow its time to go thru closets again. I am so wanting to simplify. More, more, more every day!
Oh, and to add to the bill for the day: $8.00 in library fines! Ouch! I've probably had $50 in fines in the past year. Kids will do that to ya.
Tuesday, February 20, 2007
Its 12:51 and I'm trying to decide it its even worth going to bed. Jack will wake... but when? 1 am? or 2 am? Its PAINFUL to fall asleep for 20 minutes and then wake to him wanting to nurse. Yes. That is right. Nightweaning was a fleeting dream. He got sick, then Daddy left for California, then yada, yada, yada....
So... guess I'll crawl in bed for a bit.
But which one? Will peed in the bed so one side is wet. Daddy is in the twin (next to the king) so he doesn't have to sleep in the wet spot. He put Jack to bed tonight.... for some reason in the other bedroom on the totally uncomfortable bed. Crap.
Somebody slap me because this is seriously the biggest issue in my life right now.
So... guess I'll crawl in bed for a bit.
But which one? Will peed in the bed so one side is wet. Daddy is in the twin (next to the king) so he doesn't have to sleep in the wet spot. He put Jack to bed tonight.... for some reason in the other bedroom on the totally uncomfortable bed. Crap.
Somebody slap me because this is seriously the biggest issue in my life right now.
The results of your analysis say:
You tend to pursue many different activities simultaneously. When misfortune does happen, it doesn't actually dishearten you all that much.
You are a thoughtful and cautious person. You like to think about your method, seeking to pursue your goal in the most effective way.
You like daydreaming and seeking out adventure.
You have a sunny, cheerful disposition.
What does your drawing say about YOU?
You tend to pursue many different activities simultaneously. When misfortune does happen, it doesn't actually dishearten you all that much.
You are a thoughtful and cautious person. You like to think about your method, seeking to pursue your goal in the most effective way.
You like daydreaming and seeking out adventure.
You have a sunny, cheerful disposition.
What does your drawing say about YOU?
Friday, February 09, 2007
Its been busy here just living day to day. Boys are getting over another bout of sickness - Jack was pukey and diarrhea. Will - flu like symptoms. So its been a lot of laundry and baths here. They are better now though.
We leave tomorrow for Beaver Lake for Marianne's service. It will be a long day - Jack will be with us and Will with Grandpa. They are going to great grandma's to fix her door bell. He should love that. And I cannot believe that this day is actually happening. Its so surreal. I want to understand. Anyway.
Books we are reading and loving:
Homeschooling: A Patchwork of Days (in the lives of homeschooling families)
Man on the Moon
(At first I was a bit unenthused about this book but the boys LOVE it and its grown on me. Its cute. Its funny. Its good to laugh).
Tonight I made a delicious dessert. We are most into pears around here (since we are restricting apples and all berries for now):
Maple Baked Pears and Chocolate
1 can bartlett pears in pear juice (WF has their 365 brand that is good).
Oatmeal (about a cup)
A bit of cream (or milk)
Maple syrup
A handful of chopped choclate chips
Plain yogurt.
Drain pear juice in oatmeal, add pears on top and add a bit of cream over all. Top with maple syrup and bake until warmed. Sprinkle chopped chocolate chips on top (they will melt). Serve in individual dishes. Top with plain yogurt. The kids loved me. : )
I have so much I want to do:
Plan garden! Buy seeds! Start seeds!
Next week, its rhythm time around here. Incorporate our violin "lessons" into EVERY day. And exercise for me.
Clear out this office. I am claiming this room as MINE. I am so excited.
Thin out boys' toys. They have taken over the house.
Finish the ($&%^(*$&^&$ basement, bathroom, and kitchen.
Do a real elimination diet for Will and stick to it.
Read more Enki.
Read my "Body by God" workbook that I have lamely completly ignored.
Finish my UFO knitting projects - actually I can take these in the car tomorrow and do.
Become better at PEACE MANAGEMENT.
We leave tomorrow for Beaver Lake for Marianne's service. It will be a long day - Jack will be with us and Will with Grandpa. They are going to great grandma's to fix her door bell. He should love that. And I cannot believe that this day is actually happening. Its so surreal. I want to understand. Anyway.
Books we are reading and loving:
Homeschooling: A Patchwork of Days (in the lives of homeschooling families)
Man on the Moon
(At first I was a bit unenthused about this book but the boys LOVE it and its grown on me. Its cute. Its funny. Its good to laugh).
Tonight I made a delicious dessert. We are most into pears around here (since we are restricting apples and all berries for now):
Maple Baked Pears and Chocolate
1 can bartlett pears in pear juice (WF has their 365 brand that is good).
Oatmeal (about a cup)
A bit of cream (or milk)
Maple syrup
A handful of chopped choclate chips
Plain yogurt.
Drain pear juice in oatmeal, add pears on top and add a bit of cream over all. Top with maple syrup and bake until warmed. Sprinkle chopped chocolate chips on top (they will melt). Serve in individual dishes. Top with plain yogurt. The kids loved me. : )
I have so much I want to do:
Plan garden! Buy seeds! Start seeds!
Next week, its rhythm time around here. Incorporate our violin "lessons" into EVERY day. And exercise for me.
Clear out this office. I am claiming this room as MINE. I am so excited.
Thin out boys' toys. They have taken over the house.
Finish the ($&%^(*$&^&$ basement, bathroom, and kitchen.
Do a real elimination diet for Will and stick to it.
Read more Enki.
Read my "Body by God" workbook that I have lamely completly ignored.
Finish my UFO knitting projects - actually I can take these in the car tomorrow and do.
Become better at PEACE MANAGEMENT.
Thursday, February 01, 2007
Oh Boy.
The boys are pretending to be pirates and are cooking one of my dear Heavy Baby dolls in the grill. They are even seasoning her. Sigh. So much for all of my idealism of raising pacifist boys. I mean, they can be totally sweet and loving don't get me wrong. But there is the other side, that quite frankly, I never had as a little girl. They seek POWER in a physical way, that is for sure.
I'm working on my Motivation today. We have been hanging out alot, reading tons and listening to books on tape. I'm weaning the boys (again) off TV after a Christmas holiday of too much PIxar. But anyway, its been so pleasant that I have just gone with all the reading. Today I am cleaning.
I made Millet Coconut PUdding today and I thought it was good. The boys were very willing to try it, but quite quickly changed their tune and left their bowls full. So know I have a pot of fattening delicious pudding that only I will eat. Nice.
I have a lot of things I want to do. I've been reading too much and not doing. I want to finish my two first knitting projects - I knitted a little doll for Jack and am done knitting but now have to sew it and make the head. My potholder. I am going to felt it. AFTER those are complete, I am going to go to the yarn shop and buy yarn for a chunky scarf for Mark. My Stitch and Bitch book says it can be knitted up quickly in a few evenings. She doesn't know how long it took me to do a potholder.
I am going to do Yoga today - not Yoga Kids like we had been doing because our VCR broke but a DVD I've had stuffed in the closet for years.
I don't know what is for dinner tonight.
SO:
Clean the upstairs, finish up laundry.
Pull something out of the freezer for dinner
Yoga
Do a little violin "lesson" (which means playing Twinkle Twinkle Little Star on the CD, and clapping.
Do a LITTLE reading
Think about sewing up the doll.
I'm working on my Motivation today. We have been hanging out alot, reading tons and listening to books on tape. I'm weaning the boys (again) off TV after a Christmas holiday of too much PIxar. But anyway, its been so pleasant that I have just gone with all the reading. Today I am cleaning.
I made Millet Coconut PUdding today and I thought it was good. The boys were very willing to try it, but quite quickly changed their tune and left their bowls full. So know I have a pot of fattening delicious pudding that only I will eat. Nice.
I have a lot of things I want to do. I've been reading too much and not doing. I want to finish my two first knitting projects - I knitted a little doll for Jack and am done knitting but now have to sew it and make the head. My potholder. I am going to felt it. AFTER those are complete, I am going to go to the yarn shop and buy yarn for a chunky scarf for Mark. My Stitch and Bitch book says it can be knitted up quickly in a few evenings. She doesn't know how long it took me to do a potholder.
I am going to do Yoga today - not Yoga Kids like we had been doing because our VCR broke but a DVD I've had stuffed in the closet for years.
I don't know what is for dinner tonight.
SO:
Clean the upstairs, finish up laundry.
Pull something out of the freezer for dinner
Yoga
Do a little violin "lesson" (which means playing Twinkle Twinkle Little Star on the CD, and clapping.
Do a LITTLE reading
Think about sewing up the doll.
Wednesday, January 31, 2007
Recipes
Sweet and Sour Chicken
http://www.recipezaar.com/162120
1 lb chicken tenders
1 (8 ounce) can pineapple chunks, drained and juice reserved
1 cup uncooked rice
2 carrots, thinly sliced
1 green bell pepper, cut into 1-inch pieces
1 large onion, chopped
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 (14 1/2 ounce) can reduced-sodium chicken broth
1/3 cup soy sauce
3 tablespoons sugar
3 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
1 tablespoon sesame oil
1 1/2 teaspoons ground ginger
1/4 cup chopped peanuts (optional)
chopped fresh cilantro (optional)
Not the one? See other Sweet & Sour Chicken and Rice Recipes
Preheat oven to 350.
Spray 13x9-inch baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
Combine chicken, pineapple, rice, carrots, bell pepper, onion and garlic in prepared dish.
Place broth, reserved pineapple juice, soy sauce, sugar, vinegar, sesame oil and ginger in small saucepan; bring to a boil over high heat. Remove from heat and pour over chicken mixture.
Cover tightly with foil and bake 45 to 50 minutes or until chicken is no longer pink in centers and rice is tender.
Sprinkle with peanuts and cilantro, if desired.
and
Slow Cook Garlic Smashed Potatoes
This is easy. Half or quarter new red potatoes, add to crock pot. Add half cup water, 4 garlic cloves, 1 tsp salt, 2 TB of olive oil. Mix well to coat potatoes pieces.
Cook on low for 3-4 hours.
Mash potatoes with fork.
Add a package of cream cheese and chopped scallions. Add 1/4 to one-half a cup of milk (I omitted milk and it was fine).
Mix. Salt and pepper to taste.
Serve or let cook for one more hour.
The boys went bezerk over the potatoes. What's not to love? The mixed them up with their green beans and ate it up.
http://www.recipezaar.com/162120
1 lb chicken tenders
1 (8 ounce) can pineapple chunks, drained and juice reserved
1 cup uncooked rice
2 carrots, thinly sliced
1 green bell pepper, cut into 1-inch pieces
1 large onion, chopped
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 (14 1/2 ounce) can reduced-sodium chicken broth
1/3 cup soy sauce
3 tablespoons sugar
3 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
1 tablespoon sesame oil
1 1/2 teaspoons ground ginger
1/4 cup chopped peanuts (optional)
chopped fresh cilantro (optional)
Not the one? See other Sweet & Sour Chicken and Rice Recipes
Preheat oven to 350.
Spray 13x9-inch baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
Combine chicken, pineapple, rice, carrots, bell pepper, onion and garlic in prepared dish.
Place broth, reserved pineapple juice, soy sauce, sugar, vinegar, sesame oil and ginger in small saucepan; bring to a boil over high heat. Remove from heat and pour over chicken mixture.
Cover tightly with foil and bake 45 to 50 minutes or until chicken is no longer pink in centers and rice is tender.
Sprinkle with peanuts and cilantro, if desired.
and
Slow Cook Garlic Smashed Potatoes
This is easy. Half or quarter new red potatoes, add to crock pot. Add half cup water, 4 garlic cloves, 1 tsp salt, 2 TB of olive oil. Mix well to coat potatoes pieces.
Cook on low for 3-4 hours.
Mash potatoes with fork.
Add a package of cream cheese and chopped scallions. Add 1/4 to one-half a cup of milk (I omitted milk and it was fine).
Mix. Salt and pepper to taste.
Serve or let cook for one more hour.
The boys went bezerk over the potatoes. What's not to love? The mixed them up with their green beans and ate it up.
Monday, January 29, 2007
I don't understand death. I don't understand the acceptance of the finality of it. Even when you know it is eminent, once it comes into your reality, it hits so deeply. I don't understand why it has to hurt, truly physically hurt, to die. I've been reading about the concept of "dynamic tension," and how basically we all grow and become more than what we are thru the struggle of uncertainty and difficulty. I like to think that those who struggle and hurt the most here in this realm go on to be our greatest Angels. There has to be a reason for so much suffering.
My mom's best friend of over 35 years is dying, painfully, of cancer. She will leave a man that it took most of her life to find (and who has supported her thru over 10 years of battling one cancer or another), and a newly married son who was hoping to give her a grandbaby before she died but at least gave her the satisfaction of knowing he married a good German girl.
She is still, barely with us. I don't know what I hope for her. I hope her well and that she can go back to the good life that took her over 40 years to finally get. I can't hope that she goes peacefully because she isn't. I can't hope she goes quickly because she hasn't. I don't want her to have any more pain. I don't want her loved ones to have any more pain. But once the pain is gone, what does that mean? What is left? What is left for Sam? My heart aches for him.
All I do know is that Marianne will be one knock out, tough, German frau of an Angel. I hope she can be an Angel soon.
My mom's best friend of over 35 years is dying, painfully, of cancer. She will leave a man that it took most of her life to find (and who has supported her thru over 10 years of battling one cancer or another), and a newly married son who was hoping to give her a grandbaby before she died but at least gave her the satisfaction of knowing he married a good German girl.
She is still, barely with us. I don't know what I hope for her. I hope her well and that she can go back to the good life that took her over 40 years to finally get. I can't hope that she goes peacefully because she isn't. I can't hope she goes quickly because she hasn't. I don't want her to have any more pain. I don't want her loved ones to have any more pain. But once the pain is gone, what does that mean? What is left? What is left for Sam? My heart aches for him.
All I do know is that Marianne will be one knock out, tough, German frau of an Angel. I hope she can be an Angel soon.
I can't believe how better our days are around here. Today I got Jack down for a nap and now Will is writing me stories, but he says I have to read them since he can't read. : )
I made another chiro appt. with Dr. Crow for Will for this Wednesday. He now says he is having a "Cah" problem along with his laughing problem. I find this interesting because I have noticed the past couple days the breathing issue has changed... he does seem more to being doing this purposefully rather than it happening on its own. For two nights now I have not noticed any breathing issue while he sleeps.
I am just going to keep logging these changes so I can keep track of what is happening. Hopefully soon it will all go away on its own, aided by the fabulous Dr. Crow and his adjustments.
We have an appt. for Feb 16 with a pulmonary doctor but that sounds so excessive and extreme.... and at the same time I'm kind of afraid the dr. would look at me like an idiot for bringing in my son who was faking a breathing problem.
It feels weird to be happy that we are having such wonderful days but at the same time be worrying and wondering what the heck is going on with Will.
I made another chiro appt. with Dr. Crow for Will for this Wednesday. He now says he is having a "Cah" problem along with his laughing problem. I find this interesting because I have noticed the past couple days the breathing issue has changed... he does seem more to being doing this purposefully rather than it happening on its own. For two nights now I have not noticed any breathing issue while he sleeps.
I am just going to keep logging these changes so I can keep track of what is happening. Hopefully soon it will all go away on its own, aided by the fabulous Dr. Crow and his adjustments.
We have an appt. for Feb 16 with a pulmonary doctor but that sounds so excessive and extreme.... and at the same time I'm kind of afraid the dr. would look at me like an idiot for bringing in my son who was faking a breathing problem.
It feels weird to be happy that we are having such wonderful days but at the same time be worrying and wondering what the heck is going on with Will.
Saturday, January 27, 2007
Fun, fun, fun
and now zzzzzzz. Keeping the boys busy with Daddy gone.
I haven't heard from Mark. Trying not to worry, I'm assuming he can't get thru on his sucky cell phone because of the mountains.
I haven't heard from Mark. Trying not to worry, I'm assuming he can't get thru on his sucky cell phone because of the mountains.
Friday, January 26, 2007
Will....
Its now going on four weeks with his breathing issue... but today was different. It seemed more like he was making the breathing spasm himself rather than it being involuntary as it seemed before. He is asleep and is breathing normally tonight....Is this something that has become habitual for Will now? Weirdness.
Went to see Dr. Crow on Wednesday of this week. Love him. He is wise and grooovy and put me at ease with what is going on with Will. We'll go back next week for another adjustment.
Mark is in California for a long weekend. I am happy that he is there, attending a friend's wedding and enjoying the beauty of the surf but I am envious that I no longer have that kind of freedom. Tonight he is camping on the beach in Mailbu, then to a friend's wedding tomorrow, then a quick trip to Big Sur for more camping and taking in of the salt air. I love that smell and long for it.
People who inspire me. Their love for others is so grand:
Dr. Page Crow
http://www.doccrow.com/bio.html
Carl Cook
Our Suzuki teacher
Ms. Diana
lakefarmschool.com
Went to see Dr. Crow on Wednesday of this week. Love him. He is wise and grooovy and put me at ease with what is going on with Will. We'll go back next week for another adjustment.
Mark is in California for a long weekend. I am happy that he is there, attending a friend's wedding and enjoying the beauty of the surf but I am envious that I no longer have that kind of freedom. Tonight he is camping on the beach in Mailbu, then to a friend's wedding tomorrow, then a quick trip to Big Sur for more camping and taking in of the salt air. I love that smell and long for it.
People who inspire me. Their love for others is so grand:
Dr. Page Crow
http://www.doccrow.com/bio.html
Carl Cook
Our Suzuki teacher
Ms. Diana
lakefarmschool.com
Thursday, January 25, 2007
Meal planning.
I am quite excited about my recent menu planning and shopping trip. On the calendar:
White Turkey Chili (already made this and I had to alter the recipe so much that it was just okay).
Sweet and Sour Chicken and Rice (serious yum, already cooked).
Potato Spinach Quiche (a favorite in this house)
Miso soup with Asian noodles
Honey Baked Lentils (recipe from a MDC thread)
White Bean Rosemary Spread with pita bread (Suzanne Sommers cookbook - she actually has really good recipes!)
Ginger Chicken wontons (SUzanne Sommer's cookbook again)
Arugula/Pear Salad (actually I'm using spinach leaves)
Garlic Smashed potatoes (slow cooked in the crock pot) and green beans (from my mom's Pillsbury slow cook book from the 70s)
Vegetable Rice Pilaf (Pillsbury)
Mozzarella Bites (Using Jay's Signature Pizza Crust recipe from allrecipes.com)
Pumpkin Ravioli (I can't remember where I got this recipe)
Garlic Bread Soup (from recent issue of Vegetarian Times)
White Turkey Chili (already made this and I had to alter the recipe so much that it was just okay).
Sweet and Sour Chicken and Rice (serious yum, already cooked).
Potato Spinach Quiche (a favorite in this house)
Miso soup with Asian noodles
Honey Baked Lentils (recipe from a MDC thread)
White Bean Rosemary Spread with pita bread (Suzanne Sommers cookbook - she actually has really good recipes!)
Ginger Chicken wontons (SUzanne Sommer's cookbook again)
Arugula/Pear Salad (actually I'm using spinach leaves)
Garlic Smashed potatoes (slow cooked in the crock pot) and green beans (from my mom's Pillsbury slow cook book from the 70s)
Vegetable Rice Pilaf (Pillsbury)
Mozzarella Bites (Using Jay's Signature Pizza Crust recipe from allrecipes.com)
Pumpkin Ravioli (I can't remember where I got this recipe)
Garlic Bread Soup (from recent issue of Vegetarian Times)
Wednesday, January 24, 2007
Monday, January 22, 2007
Burt's Bee's Lip Balm...
SUCKS! The peppermint is totally stinging my lips.
Anyway.
I feel like I am in a time warp here. Cleaning, cooking, knitting on my um, pot holder, and playing with the kids. Drinking lots of coffee and listening to music. A friend gave me some nice tea for Christmas... I've yet to be motivated to drink it. Maybe tomorrow.
I need to grocery shop, make Christmas returns, go to the library, post office... I just don't have the motivation. Actually, we are enjoying life so much AT HOME that I don't ever want to leave! Amazing!
Tomorrow afternoon cousin and baby Rowan will be here to play.
Still waiting for CHildren's MErcy appt.... spoke with the nurse in Neurology and she's not convinced they are the ones to help us.... I don't know who is...
Anyway.
I feel like I am in a time warp here. Cleaning, cooking, knitting on my um, pot holder, and playing with the kids. Drinking lots of coffee and listening to music. A friend gave me some nice tea for Christmas... I've yet to be motivated to drink it. Maybe tomorrow.
I need to grocery shop, make Christmas returns, go to the library, post office... I just don't have the motivation. Actually, we are enjoying life so much AT HOME that I don't ever want to leave! Amazing!
Tomorrow afternoon cousin and baby Rowan will be here to play.
Still waiting for CHildren's MErcy appt.... spoke with the nurse in Neurology and she's not convinced they are the ones to help us.... I don't know who is...
Sunday, January 21, 2007
Calendar of the Soul
[January 21, 2007 - January 27, 2007]
Forty-first Week
(January 12-18)
The soul's creative might
Strives outward from the heart's own core
To kindle and inflame god-given powers
In human life to right activity;
The soul thus shapes itself
In human loving and in human working.
________________________
[January 21, 2007 - January 27, 2007]
Forty-first Week
(January 12-18)
The soul's creative might
Strives outward from the heart's own core
To kindle and inflame god-given powers
In human life to right activity;
The soul thus shapes itself
In human loving and in human working.
________________________
Saturday, January 20, 2007
Stomach spasms are still around. I had a very neurotic post on here last night but went back and deleted it this morning. I don't want to bring that into my reality.
Met with Dr. Greenwood on Friday and we are now going to see a respiratory specialist at Children's Mercy next week.
Today was Beauty.
Ice hockey, skating and sledding on a new friend's pond. Hot chocolate and fires. Cozy woolen long johns and cuddly little boys that smell like sheep. Yum!
Met with Dr. Greenwood on Friday and we are now going to see a respiratory specialist at Children's Mercy next week.
Today was Beauty.
Ice hockey, skating and sledding on a new friend's pond. Hot chocolate and fires. Cozy woolen long johns and cuddly little boys that smell like sheep. Yum!
Thursday, January 18, 2007
A Change Has Occurred...
At this point, I will let go of analyzing the why and just go with where we are heading...
Salicylate stuff:
Salicylates are chemicals found naturally in some plants, stored in the bark, leaves, roots, skin and seeds, where they protect the plants against insect damage and disease. In the human body, salicylate has been shown to have an effect on certain neuron receptors, to suppress some enzymes including the enzyme phenol sulfotransferase (PST), to inhibit prostaglandin synthesis, etc.
Most people have no problem with salicylate-containing foods or salicylate-containing drugs except at high doses, but some people can be extremely sensitive to these chemicals.
http://www.feingold.org/sas.html
I purchased The Salicylate Handbook here:
http://www.foodcanmakeyouill.co.uk/sali/articles.htm
I heard Karen DeFelice speak over a year ago... I have her book "Enzymes for Digestive Health and Nutrional Wealth." and immediately put it down. Too Much Information. I need to pick it up again. I know it is full of great information!
Her web site is very helpful:
http://www.enzymestuff.com/
I wish I had a doctor (or some V.I.P) holding my hand and telling me exactly what I need to do. Sorry. But I do.
Salicylate stuff:
Salicylates are chemicals found naturally in some plants, stored in the bark, leaves, roots, skin and seeds, where they protect the plants against insect damage and disease. In the human body, salicylate has been shown to have an effect on certain neuron receptors, to suppress some enzymes including the enzyme phenol sulfotransferase (PST), to inhibit prostaglandin synthesis, etc.
Most people have no problem with salicylate-containing foods or salicylate-containing drugs except at high doses, but some people can be extremely sensitive to these chemicals.
http://www.feingold.org/sas.html
I purchased The Salicylate Handbook here:
http://www.foodcanmakeyouill.co.uk/sali/articles.htm
I heard Karen DeFelice speak over a year ago... I have her book "Enzymes for Digestive Health and Nutrional Wealth." and immediately put it down. Too Much Information. I need to pick it up again. I know it is full of great information!
Her web site is very helpful:
http://www.enzymestuff.com/
I wish I had a doctor (or some V.I.P) holding my hand and telling me exactly what I need to do. Sorry. But I do.
Tuesday, January 16, 2007
Hugely Pleasant Days
around here for the past couple days. The neighbor kids have Snow Days so Will has had playmates and pretty much ignoring us. lol. He's at his cousins house now and later we are off to Eden Alley for more friends and a good meal. Jack is sleeping.
We are working on a low salicylate diet - eating lots of chicken and rice. I need to get to the store to stock up in this house. I purchased The Salicylate Handbook and look forward to getting it. http://www.foodcanmakeyouill.co.uk/bookshop/sali.htm
Two weeks ago WIll was complaining about a "laughing problem" that he had. We didn't understand. A week later we notice his breathing is irregular and he is having stomach spasms when he breathes about every other minute. Then it got a little worse so I made an appt. to see the Worthless Doctor. Will said he was so excited to get his laughing problem fixed. Worthless Doctor told me he was faking it. I wanted to make sure it didn't have anything to do with his heart and Worthless Doctor said no. I asked about food allergies and Worthless Doctor said allergies would show up as a rash and rarely related to breathing difficulties.
Will had been eating lots of apples and pickles. I learned cucumbers are quite high in salicylates.
So that was last... Wednesday. We went low salicylate that day. He is no longer have the stomach spasms. I need to start a food diary for him and will get that together soon. I want to do this right.
We are working on a low salicylate diet - eating lots of chicken and rice. I need to get to the store to stock up in this house. I purchased The Salicylate Handbook and look forward to getting it. http://www.foodcanmakeyouill.co.uk/bookshop/sali.htm
Two weeks ago WIll was complaining about a "laughing problem" that he had. We didn't understand. A week later we notice his breathing is irregular and he is having stomach spasms when he breathes about every other minute. Then it got a little worse so I made an appt. to see the Worthless Doctor. Will said he was so excited to get his laughing problem fixed. Worthless Doctor told me he was faking it. I wanted to make sure it didn't have anything to do with his heart and Worthless Doctor said no. I asked about food allergies and Worthless Doctor said allergies would show up as a rash and rarely related to breathing difficulties.
Will had been eating lots of apples and pickles. I learned cucumbers are quite high in salicylates.
So that was last... Wednesday. We went low salicylate that day. He is no longer have the stomach spasms. I need to start a food diary for him and will get that together soon. I want to do this right.
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