Everyday I learn the power of one. I learn just how precious one second, one minute, one hour, one day can be. Each day is a new fight to fight, a new battle to win, and a new moment to share with my husband. My daughters are growing so much.
They bless my mornings with smiles. It gets me going in the mornings, and my parents can attest to how difficult that is. I am not a morning person, but I look forward to the little bit of time that I get with just them and me each morning as I get them ready for the sitters. I think they like it too. I get the biggest smiles, some giggles, and their optimism that they know today is going to be a great day.
I have always heard how having children changes your life, but you can never fully understand this until you are a parent. Each day becomes an adventure. What will my child, or in my case, children come up with today? What will they discover? What will they do that they may have never done before? Each day is a mystery that I can not wait to discover the experience of. They truly have touched my life more than anyone other than my husband. There they are tied. They have changed me. I am not afraid to speak out as much, and I am learning how to enjoy the power of one.
Each and every moment is precious. We never know just how many we have. I love my children more than anything. My girls and my husband are what keep me going many times. I just remember how very much they need me, and how I need them. They light my way when times get dark. I look at them and am amazed at how they are. They are truly happy, wonderful babies. I could not ask for more. I am so proud to be their mom, and my husband's wife.
Everyone, please remember, time is short. We think that we will always have all of the time in the world, but really, reflecting back, it is short. It seems like just yesterday we were bring the girls home, and now they are almost seven months old. I still remember being pregnant with them, feeling them move was I thought the greatest joy, but it just keeps growing.
I will be graduating soon, and so I will actually have my daughters present on the day that I graduate with my bachelor's degree. It is hectic going to school, and I hate the time away, but I look at them and know why I did it. It is for them and my husband, and me. I needed the experience and the knowledge that I completed one of my all time goals. I will have my bachelor's degree soon.
A final message before I go to bed, life is short. Embrace it and know the true power behind one minute, one hour, one moment, one day. Each is precious, and all should be treasured.
Wednesday, April 15, 2009
Tuesday, April 14, 2009
Easter, and an update on Sierra's health
OK, the results from the doctor's appointment are as follows:
Sierra's weight has plateaued, her lack of gaining weight is not from lack of food or calories, so it is completely out of my control. The doctor did agree that she does have a flat spot on her head, but that she does not qualify to be sent out of state to get the corrective helmet (No one in Oklahoma makes them anymore), so all we can do about this is keep her off of her head by not allowing her to lie down or sit in seats that support her head anymore, she has to primarily be on her tummy or sit in a Bumbo seat, along with her continuing and increasing physical therapy.
The doctor also believes that she may be suffering from a genetic disorder. They do not know what one, but we will be going to a geneticist to find out in about a month.
Now for the cute news. Easter was fun. The we all went up the weekend before to see my mom. The girls each got socks, small stuffed bunnies, and the cutest thing, sunglasses. They both like wearing their sunglasses, and did not remove them when we put them on, but have found that they do not like them when they are in their car seats.
On Easter, we took them over to my in laws for a visit, and when we got home I ran to the store to get them something for Easter. I came back 16" bunnies for each of them. They love them and would not let them go.
Well, got to get back to class. Have a good night all.
Sierra, I know that you have battled and won a lot of small battles as it is, but we will be there to help you continue fighting. You, Kaden, and Ava have taught us so much about life. You three are my heroes. I love you all.
Tabby.
Sierra's weight has plateaued, her lack of gaining weight is not from lack of food or calories, so it is completely out of my control. The doctor did agree that she does have a flat spot on her head, but that she does not qualify to be sent out of state to get the corrective helmet (No one in Oklahoma makes them anymore), so all we can do about this is keep her off of her head by not allowing her to lie down or sit in seats that support her head anymore, she has to primarily be on her tummy or sit in a Bumbo seat, along with her continuing and increasing physical therapy.
The doctor also believes that she may be suffering from a genetic disorder. They do not know what one, but we will be going to a geneticist to find out in about a month.
Now for the cute news. Easter was fun. The we all went up the weekend before to see my mom. The girls each got socks, small stuffed bunnies, and the cutest thing, sunglasses. They both like wearing their sunglasses, and did not remove them when we put them on, but have found that they do not like them when they are in their car seats.
On Easter, we took them over to my in laws for a visit, and when we got home I ran to the store to get them something for Easter. I came back 16" bunnies for each of them. They love them and would not let them go.
Well, got to get back to class. Have a good night all.
Sierra, I know that you have battled and won a lot of small battles as it is, but we will be there to help you continue fighting. You, Kaden, and Ava have taught us so much about life. You three are my heroes. I love you all.
Tabby.
Tuesday, April 7, 2009
Sierra's Health
OK, I know in my last post, I mentioned that Sierra is having a few issues.
The problem with her head is that she has hyper-tension in her neck causing her to consistently tilt her head to one side. This has caused her to have a flat spot that is worrying her nurse that is provided by Sooner Start. The nurse brought us a physical therapist to show us some exercises to try to loosen the muscle so the spot would eventually disappear. If this does not work, then she will have to be in a special helmet that will reshape her skull to a form that will not hinder her brain development.
She has another potential problem as well. Sierra did not gain enough weight this last month. In fact, she only gained 12 oz, and she should have gained more than that. She is under the 5Th percentile for her height to weight, and her age. She is going to be seen by a pediatrician tomorrow to see if it is a serious problem. If it is, she may have to have a GI tube put in to help her gain more weight. I hope she does not.
Anyway, that is a update, and I should hopefully know more tomorrow. I will let you all know.
Sierra, I love you very much, I know that you can pull through these just as well as you have through the previous issues that you have faced. Your sister and you are strong, beautiful girls that can accomplish anything you put your minds too. Mommy and Daddy love you very much. Hang in there, and keep fighting. I am praying that none of these problems really exist for you.
We love you very much,
Mommy and Daddy
The problem with her head is that she has hyper-tension in her neck causing her to consistently tilt her head to one side. This has caused her to have a flat spot that is worrying her nurse that is provided by Sooner Start. The nurse brought us a physical therapist to show us some exercises to try to loosen the muscle so the spot would eventually disappear. If this does not work, then she will have to be in a special helmet that will reshape her skull to a form that will not hinder her brain development.
She has another potential problem as well. Sierra did not gain enough weight this last month. In fact, she only gained 12 oz, and she should have gained more than that. She is under the 5Th percentile for her height to weight, and her age. She is going to be seen by a pediatrician tomorrow to see if it is a serious problem. If it is, she may have to have a GI tube put in to help her gain more weight. I hope she does not.
Anyway, that is a update, and I should hopefully know more tomorrow. I will let you all know.
Sierra, I love you very much, I know that you can pull through these just as well as you have through the previous issues that you have faced. Your sister and you are strong, beautiful girls that can accomplish anything you put your minds too. Mommy and Daddy love you very much. Hang in there, and keep fighting. I am praying that none of these problems really exist for you.
We love you very much,
Mommy and Daddy
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