Our lovely daughter is a fighter, courageous, and has a very high pain tolerance. She smiles most of the time, loves to read books and can spot any ball within 20 feet. She also has chronic ear infections. She's on ear infection number 9.
I praise God that she is happy, and tries to carry on with life even though it is so evident that she doesn't feel well. This ear infection thing has begun to stifle her budding personality. In between ear infections we have gotten a small glimpse of her laughter, her humor, and possibly her stubbornness (must be her dad rubbing off on her).
Tomorrow morning she goes in for ear tubes. I'm really looking forward to a little girl that is pain free. It will be a blessing to discover what treasures lie ahead in discovering our lovely daughter!
Monday, April 18, 2011
Sunday, April 10, 2011
Baseball!
Friday night was date night. It was also the Season Home Opener for The Mariners. So, of course we would naturally (?) go to the game. We sat with some friends. And, that was probably a good thing because the M's didn't play well. We were wondering if they even showed up but that's a whole nother story for another day. Anyhow, we did have a good time, I mean we always have a good time when we can leave the children at home for a little grown-up time.
Some Baseball facts about April 8th I thought were interesting*:
1966 At the Astrodome, the Astros and Dodgers play baseball's first game on synthetic grass. Thanks to the Monsanto chemical company, who proposed using an experimental playing surface of nylon grass, the plan to play on an all-dirt field, necessitated by the need to paint the dome's glass panes to reduce the glare which prevented natural grass from growing, was alleviated by the use of 'Astro Turf'.
1969 Scoring all of their runs in the top of the first, the Seattle Pilots make their major league debut defeating the Angels, 4-3.
1986 The Mariners' Jim Presley hits two home runs in the ninth and tenth innings helping Seattle to beat the Angels, 8-4 in a dramatic comeback victory on Opening Day.
2008 In the last home opener at Shea Stadium, the Mets are beaten by a pitcher who is older than their ballpark. Pitching six strong innings, 46-year old Jamie Moyer gets the win in the 45-year old stadium as the Phillies rally to be at the Mets 5-2.
2008 At the Play Ball, Chicago! event in the Windy City, the U.S. Postal Service unveils a stamp commemorating the 100th anniversary of the song, "Take Me Out to the Ball Game". The very popular song was written on a New York city train a century ago when passenger Jack Norworth, actor, singer and songwriter, who claimed never to have seen a major league game wrote the lyrics after seeing a sign about an upcoming contest at the Polo Grounds, home over the New Giants.
Before the game, there was a tribute to Dave Niehaus. It was touching. His wife, Marilyn, threw out the first pitch.
* Facts from www.nationalpastime.com
Some Baseball facts about April 8th I thought were interesting*:
1966 At the Astrodome, the Astros and Dodgers play baseball's first game on synthetic grass. Thanks to the Monsanto chemical company, who proposed using an experimental playing surface of nylon grass, the plan to play on an all-dirt field, necessitated by the need to paint the dome's glass panes to reduce the glare which prevented natural grass from growing, was alleviated by the use of 'Astro Turf'.
1969 Scoring all of their runs in the top of the first, the Seattle Pilots make their major league debut defeating the Angels, 4-3.
1986 The Mariners' Jim Presley hits two home runs in the ninth and tenth innings helping Seattle to beat the Angels, 8-4 in a dramatic comeback victory on Opening Day.
2008 In the last home opener at Shea Stadium, the Mets are beaten by a pitcher who is older than their ballpark. Pitching six strong innings, 46-year old Jamie Moyer gets the win in the 45-year old stadium as the Phillies rally to be at the Mets 5-2.
2008 At the Play Ball, Chicago! event in the Windy City, the U.S. Postal Service unveils a stamp commemorating the 100th anniversary of the song, "Take Me Out to the Ball Game". The very popular song was written on a New York city train a century ago when passenger Jack Norworth, actor, singer and songwriter, who claimed never to have seen a major league game wrote the lyrics after seeing a sign about an upcoming contest at the Polo Grounds, home over the New Giants.
Before the game, there was a tribute to Dave Niehaus. It was touching. His wife, Marilyn, threw out the first pitch.
* Facts from www.nationalpastime.com
Wednesday, April 6, 2011
Its Crazy Outside!
A flash of light was followed by very loud thunder that sounded like it was directly over our house. Within moments it started to hail hard for about 20 minutes. This may not be signs of spring but its definitely signs of a happy little boy outside with his Daddy.
Tuesday, April 5, 2011
My Baby Girl
Ear infections.
Middle ear infections are one of the most common childhood problems. The middle ear is a small pocket of air behind the eardrum. You have a middle ear infection when germs get into the middle ear and the area fills up with fluid (or pus), which contains germ-fighting cells. When the pus builds up, your ear starts to feel like a balloon that is ready to pop, which can really hurt.
I have been blessed with a daughter that has chronic ear infections. She is also one of the strongest girls I know. These ear infections have to hurt. My Dora wouldn't let you know that she was having any discomfort. She smiles, plays and crawls through life as if things are fine. The only slight indication is that while she has them she doesn't sleep through the night.
Yesterday I spent several hours on the phone calling ENTs looking for one who's schedule isn't booking out 2-3 months. I finally found one. Our appointment is at 7am. That is VERY early for anything let alone a doctor visit. However, I am grateful that Dora will be seen and we can put an end to this sickness.
Dearest Father, please come and help to heal my baby girl. She is trying to be so strong but, I know her little body is wearing down from all of the antibiotics and the pain. Please help her to know your comfort and your strength in this time of weakness. AMEN.
Middle ear infections are one of the most common childhood problems. The middle ear is a small pocket of air behind the eardrum. You have a middle ear infection when germs get into the middle ear and the area fills up with fluid (or pus), which contains germ-fighting cells. When the pus builds up, your ear starts to feel like a balloon that is ready to pop, which can really hurt.
I have been blessed with a daughter that has chronic ear infections. She is also one of the strongest girls I know. These ear infections have to hurt. My Dora wouldn't let you know that she was having any discomfort. She smiles, plays and crawls through life as if things are fine. The only slight indication is that while she has them she doesn't sleep through the night.
Yesterday I spent several hours on the phone calling ENTs looking for one who's schedule isn't booking out 2-3 months. I finally found one. Our appointment is at 7am. That is VERY early for anything let alone a doctor visit. However, I am grateful that Dora will be seen and we can put an end to this sickness.
Dearest Father, please come and help to heal my baby girl. She is trying to be so strong but, I know her little body is wearing down from all of the antibiotics and the pain. Please help her to know your comfort and your strength in this time of weakness. AMEN.
Saturday, April 2, 2011
Less is More
Less is more. Haven't we all heard this? Until very recently I hadn't bought into this. Isn't more chocolate ice cream better?
Recently my husband and I have begun to subscribe to the theory that less IS more. Less activities for the children, less commitments to church, friends, each other. We took a long look at our calendar and marked off things that aren't immediate needs. WOW! Is that ever so difficult.
It is easy making a line through things on the calendar. The hard part comes in when you realize that the thing you put a line though no longer resides in your life. I've given up scrapbooking, time with girlfriends, Bible Study, and time with my husband.
God is so good and faithful and wonderful. While we are chosing to play life closer to the vest, He has brought some amazing women into my life. I recently went on a women's retreat with three ladies. I've known them all for some time but after a weekend together, these women have helped to change the way I see life. My eyes are more focused on Him.
Suddenly I feel like all of these things I have marked off my calendar were white noise. I can so clearly hear His voice and feel His touch.
WOW! If this is what knowing Him is about, please let my calendar remain empty.
Recently my husband and I have begun to subscribe to the theory that less IS more. Less activities for the children, less commitments to church, friends, each other. We took a long look at our calendar and marked off things that aren't immediate needs. WOW! Is that ever so difficult.
It is easy making a line through things on the calendar. The hard part comes in when you realize that the thing you put a line though no longer resides in your life. I've given up scrapbooking, time with girlfriends, Bible Study, and time with my husband.
God is so good and faithful and wonderful. While we are chosing to play life closer to the vest, He has brought some amazing women into my life. I recently went on a women's retreat with three ladies. I've known them all for some time but after a weekend together, these women have helped to change the way I see life. My eyes are more focused on Him.
Suddenly I feel like all of these things I have marked off my calendar were white noise. I can so clearly hear His voice and feel His touch.
WOW! If this is what knowing Him is about, please let my calendar remain empty.
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