Joseph use to say "This little piggy went to Home Depot, this little piggy went to Menards, this little piggy went to Neus, this little piggy stayed home and this little piggy went wee wee wee all the way home" His Daddy taught him that one. Friday I heard a new version from Joseph that neither Dan or I taught him............. "This little piggy went to the doctor, this little piggy went to the hospital, this little piggy went to the chiro, this little piggy stayed home and this little piggy went wee wee wee all the way home" Guess the past month has made quite an impression on him.
At gospel meeting this afternoon Joseph and I sat next to Richard and Barb. Joseph tried to entertain Barb by showing her his book. He would turn the page, then turn it around and hold it up for her to see. On the way home I mention to him that sat next to Barb and Joseph said "That was fun"
Sunday, November 23, 2008
Pictures from past while
Family Bikes
Someone asked Dan if he would like some bicycles.......... a his and a hers. I had been saying for sometime I would like to bike ride for exercise. Hhmmmm........ somehow one's words will come back for them.
New Toy
Since Joseph had really done well with all the running to the doctors, hospitals and staying with others while having the test done................. we decided to get him something.
We got him a Thomas the Tank Engine and small train track. Of course there are many more engines, train cars, tracks and other stuff that can be added. It is probably cheaper to buy the huge set than to buy a bunch of little set but...........................
Any way we told him when he starts going potty we would add Annie and Clarabell to Thomas. Needless to say he didn't get excited about it. Maybe he didn't understand................ but I think he did.
Couple of videos of his little train set working. He and Dan used Lego blocks to make a tunnel and some other stuff. Joseph thought that was pretty neat. On the one video he tackled me while I was filming.
Long time.......... no post.............
Yeah, we are still here............. in Wisconsin.................. cold Wisconsin. It's only the 23rd of November and I'm already looking forward to warmer weather. It seems colder this year, it just goes right through me. It is probably no different than last year or the year before that and maybe it has to do with age. They say older folks can't handle the cold..................... I must be almost there.
Most of you would know that Dan isn't having the best time of his life. (yes, I think he feels old too) Before convention he found out he was going to need further heart test done to see the condition his heart was in. He has had a heart murmur since birth but he didn't find out till he went in the military. They told him it was an innocent murmur and when he was getting out they found it had gotten worse due to overexertion during physical training. (that it is why he goes to the VA) He has a mitral valve prolapse where it stays open. His heart is only able to pump 40% of the blood out to his body the rest flows back into the heart. (I think) The mitral valve has two leaflets that, when working correctly, are suppose to come together when closed. Most commonly one of the leaflets will stay open, not go all the way closed. Dan's problem is that both of the leaflets stay open.
On Oct 24th Dan had a transesophageal echocardiogram (TEE) done where they go down through your throat to look at the heart. This confirmed there was severe leakage and confirmed the need for surgery. Then Nov 7th he had a heart cath done......... good news from that was he didn't have any blockages but it show that he has an enlarged heart and weak.
We are now waiting to here from the VA (in Madison) on the next appointment to talk with the cardiologist and surgeons. Both doctors (first the older one who has been the hospital for 30 years) have suggested he get a second opinion and recommended Mayo. The doctor said they don't feel they have the experience with this type of surgery. (we appreciate their honesty) They don't feel that Dan's valves can be repaired but will have be replaced. The VA does work with the UW hospital there in Madison. (they are connected) So we wait and see...............
The week before Dan had his heart cath done he started having pain in his back and going down his leg. To make a long story short................. he had an MRI done Wednesday which shows he has a (or two) herniated disc and a tear. Doctor sent him to have a cortazone shot and suggested therapy plus gave him pain medicine and muscle relaxers. The Chiro wants him to see a Neuro Surgeon because of the tear.
Seems like everything that can happen is happening to us right now. Maybe I better not say that because I'm sure there is more that can happen.
Most of you would know that Dan isn't having the best time of his life. (yes, I think he feels old too) Before convention he found out he was going to need further heart test done to see the condition his heart was in. He has had a heart murmur since birth but he didn't find out till he went in the military. They told him it was an innocent murmur and when he was getting out they found it had gotten worse due to overexertion during physical training. (that it is why he goes to the VA) He has a mitral valve prolapse where it stays open. His heart is only able to pump 40% of the blood out to his body the rest flows back into the heart. (I think) The mitral valve has two leaflets that, when working correctly, are suppose to come together when closed. Most commonly one of the leaflets will stay open, not go all the way closed. Dan's problem is that both of the leaflets stay open.
On Oct 24th Dan had a transesophageal echocardiogram (TEE) done where they go down through your throat to look at the heart. This confirmed there was severe leakage and confirmed the need for surgery. Then Nov 7th he had a heart cath done......... good news from that was he didn't have any blockages but it show that he has an enlarged heart and weak.
We are now waiting to here from the VA (in Madison) on the next appointment to talk with the cardiologist and surgeons. Both doctors (first the older one who has been the hospital for 30 years) have suggested he get a second opinion and recommended Mayo. The doctor said they don't feel they have the experience with this type of surgery. (we appreciate their honesty) They don't feel that Dan's valves can be repaired but will have be replaced. The VA does work with the UW hospital there in Madison. (they are connected) So we wait and see...............
The week before Dan had his heart cath done he started having pain in his back and going down his leg. To make a long story short................. he had an MRI done Wednesday which shows he has a (or two) herniated disc and a tear. Doctor sent him to have a cortazone shot and suggested therapy plus gave him pain medicine and muscle relaxers. The Chiro wants him to see a Neuro Surgeon because of the tear.
Seems like everything that can happen is happening to us right now. Maybe I better not say that because I'm sure there is more that can happen.
Monday, November 3, 2008
Happy Birthday Andrea!!!!!!!! (A couple has anniversary)
Happy Birthday Andrea................... let's see, you are now............ (were born in 87 and now we are in 2008, which means.....) 21! Mercy I remember when you turned 16. Everyone is growing up but me.
You are only young once but you can be immature all your life. That fits me!
I have this feeling that I'm spelling Andrea's name wrong. She probably won't read this but her Mom will................... that could be worse.
Happy Anniversary Shauna and Chris! I wish your Aunt Glenda would get busy on her blog so I can see some up to date pictures of your two. We hope to see you all in December.
I can't believe it is already November. I will be glad when tomorrow is over and we know who God has chosen or allowed to be president.
Not much to write today or I should say not much I'm going to write about today.
You are only young once but you can be immature all your life. That fits me!
I have this feeling that I'm spelling Andrea's name wrong. She probably won't read this but her Mom will................... that could be worse.
Happy Anniversary Shauna and Chris! I wish your Aunt Glenda would get busy on her blog so I can see some up to date pictures of your two. We hope to see you all in December.
I can't believe it is already November. I will be glad when tomorrow is over and we know who God has chosen or allowed to be president.
Not much to write today or I should say not much I'm going to write about today.
Thursday, October 23, 2008
Some days are like this.........................
Yesterday as we were making one of our many trips to the store I noticed they were loading up some of the chickens. I wanted to get a picture but didn't have my camera. I really should start keeping my camera with me....................... you never know when you have a Kodak moment.
Okay so maybe chickens aren't exactly a Kodak moment. Is that even the way you spell Kodak? So when we got back I got the camera and took a picture of the next load that was waiting to go. Then when the truck was leaving we got a few pictures from the window. Yes, I know, the driver if he saw me probably thought I was weird. But you know being weird makes life interesting. Its easy to get excited over the
little things. (like a load of chickens)
little things. (like a load of chickens)
They raise the chickens here and then take them to their other farms. At the other farms they become laying hens. Right now the back side of the farm has white feathers everywhere. Today and yesterday has been very breezy. So life on the farm continues.............................
Here is another creature that keeps my life very interesting and some times exciting.
He found another use for an ice cream pail.
Nice Birthday
I had to slip off to the bathroom as soon as meeting was over on Sunday and after coming back into the room they all sang "Happy Birthday". Kind of embarrassing but yet nice to be sang to. Then Dan, Joseph and I went to Olive Garden. Joseph didn't really eat much cause he was busy flirting with ladies at the next table. Before we were finished a few of the waiters came over to sing. It seems each restaurant has their own way of singing "Happy Birthday".
Then we came home for a long afternoon nap. On Saturday I did get some flowers which surprised me because we had agreed not to buy anything for each others birthdays and anniversary since we splurged and bought something this past spring. I'm not complaining......... I like flowers every once in awhile but they die so quick.
Saturday, October 18, 2008
Happy Birthday...............................
Happy Birthday (tomorrow) to me! The year has gone by fast! It seems like I just turned 39 not long ago. (longer than I would like it to seem) This year will probably go as fast as the last one so I'm going to hang on tight and try to enjoy.
I asked Dan last night what he was going to cook me for my birthday...............
Me: So.... what are you planning to cook on Sunday? Should I set anything out?
Dan: I thought maybe we would go out.
Me: Oh! Where?!
Dan: Golden Corral!!
Me: Oh.......... really?!? Seems the one that is having the birthday should get to pick the place.
Dan: There will be lots of food and lots of people to enjoy your birthday with.
Me: Lots of food and lots of people don't set well with me when it comes to buffet.
Dan: Come on...................
(end of discussion)
Now I feel a bit guilty. Only a bit. One reason is I should be finishing the laundry. Another reason........... Golden Corral is a good place to go to get your moneys worth. (for Dan, that is) Money wise it would make more sense for us to go there. Otherwise.............
The dryer that was here when Dan began renting started making an horrible racket. I put off washing because I dreaded running the dryer. I had no idea what might happen after the dryer got tired of complaining. The landlord said when the washer and dryer quit it wasn't his problem because they belonged to the renter before Dan and that renter left them behind. We did get a washer and dryer from Dan's brother Jim when he moved. We had thought we need them when we got a house. So to make this long story a bit shorter............ we brought up the dryer out of the garage and hauled the other one down. It runs so much quieter. We will bring up the washer later since the current one only runs on one cycle. No sense in waiting for a house to use them at........................ Now is the time to buy a house but not our time. That leads to another story......
Most newly married couples get their careers going, get financially secured (somewhat) and buy (or build) a house then start on the family thing. Well, as you would know, we are doing things a bit backwards and slowly at that. What matters most is that we are happy and content where we are. One thing for sure we have a nice big apartment and in a very good location that is like out in the country. Close to two major interstates, a few Walmarts, a few Pick n Save and a few Home Depots.
I need to get the laundry and some cookies eaten before Joseph wakes up from his nap.
I asked Dan last night what he was going to cook me for my birthday...............
Me: So.... what are you planning to cook on Sunday? Should I set anything out?
Dan: I thought maybe we would go out.
Me: Oh! Where?!
Dan: Golden Corral!!
Me: Oh.......... really?!? Seems the one that is having the birthday should get to pick the place.
Dan: There will be lots of food and lots of people to enjoy your birthday with.
Me: Lots of food and lots of people don't set well with me when it comes to buffet.
Dan: Come on...................
(end of discussion)
Now I feel a bit guilty. Only a bit. One reason is I should be finishing the laundry. Another reason........... Golden Corral is a good place to go to get your moneys worth. (for Dan, that is) Money wise it would make more sense for us to go there. Otherwise.............
The dryer that was here when Dan began renting started making an horrible racket. I put off washing because I dreaded running the dryer. I had no idea what might happen after the dryer got tired of complaining. The landlord said when the washer and dryer quit it wasn't his problem because they belonged to the renter before Dan and that renter left them behind. We did get a washer and dryer from Dan's brother Jim when he moved. We had thought we need them when we got a house. So to make this long story a bit shorter............ we brought up the dryer out of the garage and hauled the other one down. It runs so much quieter. We will bring up the washer later since the current one only runs on one cycle. No sense in waiting for a house to use them at........................ Now is the time to buy a house but not our time. That leads to another story......
Most newly married couples get their careers going, get financially secured (somewhat) and buy (or build) a house then start on the family thing. Well, as you would know, we are doing things a bit backwards and slowly at that. What matters most is that we are happy and content where we are. One thing for sure we have a nice big apartment and in a very good location that is like out in the country. Close to two major interstates, a few Walmarts, a few Pick n Save and a few Home Depots.
I need to get the laundry and some cookies eaten before Joseph wakes up from his nap.
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