I admit it. I haven't been very good about this blogging. Still finding it hard to think that anyone actually reads my stuff or even wants to know what is going on with me.
Well, I have had hopefully the last of all the vein procedures. (Total of four of them.) This last one was on the 15th of July, and there was no lazer's involved, only the shots. I HATE NEEDLES. Have I mentioned that before? I really HATE needles! This time they worked on both my legs, and there was no Valium to calm the nerves. Just the needles! Right now, my legs look like road maps with bruises from thigh to ankle. (Mostly on the back side of the legs too.) So sitting for long periods is not an option, but neither is standing for long periods either.
Jon and Nichelle came home for the 24th celebrations here in Fairview, we were able to round up enough tickets for the derby, so we (the kids and mom) were all able to go. (Mark never goes to these kinds of things, parades, dances, derby, concerts, etc. UNLESS he has been "asked" by someone EXTREAMLY special. (Kelly Clarkson, in the rain, in Provo, for Charlotte's birthday)
Sunday, July 26, 2009
Monday, May 25, 2009
UPDATE!! 05/25/09
Sorry!
Now that that is out there, I have been a little bit busy trying to wrap up my loose ends since the appointment on the 13th of April. While there, they did a sonogram of each of my legs, and found that a few of the veins are not flowing right. So they can fix me! Yeah! The first procedure was scheduled for the 20th of May.
I got through tax season. Whew! Now to finish up those extensions! Not that many really. I was a bit disappointed this year, I had about 30 people either go somewhere else or did their own. Not a bad thing, just a small hit to my business. With the way the economy has been going I was actually surprised I had that few leave me.
Charlotte and the band did VERY well at Region, well enough to go to STATE! This is the first time in about 25 years that the North Sanpete Band has been to State! Mr. Kidder has done an excellent job with these kids. (It helps to have someone who believes in them!) The Jazz band also has done extremely well this year. Made it to region competitions.
I was able to go with them to Region (April 15th) at Carbon High (SCORE 1,1,1-) State (May 2nd) at UVU (SCORE 2,2,2-) They did better than Woods Cross! And Music in the Parks held at North Ridge High and Lagoon on the 9th of May, where they got a first place trophy!
Now as for the first procedure. I had it. Valium is an amazing little pill! I am usually nervous, clench my hands or grit my teeth whenever I am near needles. Not after taking that pill. Slight pinching and pressure. That's about it. Bandaged from above my knee to my ankle, but not to bad for the first 48 hrs. I just need to watch my activity. NO running, not able to join in my weight loss boot camp for a bit, but I am supposed to walk, or even a little bicycle at the gym.
I am NOT liking the compression stockings that go all the way to my butt, but I know they are helping. I just wish that I didn't have to do those at all. I know however that they are part of what is saving my life. If they prevent a clot that is awesome!
Jon got on in Jackson Hole, he will be cleaning rooms up there for the summer at least. Maybe longer if he likes it or if they like him. The only hard part for me is that Nichelle is up there with him. (We thought they could use the time apart.) But, better make the best of the situation, cause I don't want to sound to judgemental.
School is out for the summer, this means summer band for Charlotte, so that is lots of parades for me. HOPEFULLY we can convince Mr. Kidder and the rest of the band that they should march in the County Fair Parade the end of August. It shouldn't just be the south end of the county getting all the attention there!
Almost forgot to let you all in on the school front. With all the medical, problems, kids moving, kids growing up, I decided to let school go for a bit. I will probably go back after Charlotte graduates. I was having nights where there was no sleep, and still working on my business, and for Skyline, coming home to log into school and falling asleep in the chair. It really sucks to fall of an office task chair! Anyhow, I will go back, just not till after Charlie graduates.
Now that that is out there, I have been a little bit busy trying to wrap up my loose ends since the appointment on the 13th of April. While there, they did a sonogram of each of my legs, and found that a few of the veins are not flowing right. So they can fix me! Yeah! The first procedure was scheduled for the 20th of May.
I got through tax season. Whew! Now to finish up those extensions! Not that many really. I was a bit disappointed this year, I had about 30 people either go somewhere else or did their own. Not a bad thing, just a small hit to my business. With the way the economy has been going I was actually surprised I had that few leave me.
Charlotte and the band did VERY well at Region, well enough to go to STATE! This is the first time in about 25 years that the North Sanpete Band has been to State! Mr. Kidder has done an excellent job with these kids. (It helps to have someone who believes in them!) The Jazz band also has done extremely well this year. Made it to region competitions.
I was able to go with them to Region (April 15th) at Carbon High (SCORE 1,1,1-) State (May 2nd) at UVU (SCORE 2,2,2-) They did better than Woods Cross! And Music in the Parks held at North Ridge High and Lagoon on the 9th of May, where they got a first place trophy!
Now as for the first procedure. I had it. Valium is an amazing little pill! I am usually nervous, clench my hands or grit my teeth whenever I am near needles. Not after taking that pill. Slight pinching and pressure. That's about it. Bandaged from above my knee to my ankle, but not to bad for the first 48 hrs. I just need to watch my activity. NO running, not able to join in my weight loss boot camp for a bit, but I am supposed to walk, or even a little bicycle at the gym.
I am NOT liking the compression stockings that go all the way to my butt, but I know they are helping. I just wish that I didn't have to do those at all. I know however that they are part of what is saving my life. If they prevent a clot that is awesome!
Jon got on in Jackson Hole, he will be cleaning rooms up there for the summer at least. Maybe longer if he likes it or if they like him. The only hard part for me is that Nichelle is up there with him. (We thought they could use the time apart.) But, better make the best of the situation, cause I don't want to sound to judgemental.
School is out for the summer, this means summer band for Charlotte, so that is lots of parades for me. HOPEFULLY we can convince Mr. Kidder and the rest of the band that they should march in the County Fair Parade the end of August. It shouldn't just be the south end of the county getting all the attention there!
Almost forgot to let you all in on the school front. With all the medical, problems, kids moving, kids growing up, I decided to let school go for a bit. I will probably go back after Charlotte graduates. I was having nights where there was no sleep, and still working on my business, and for Skyline, coming home to log into school and falling asleep in the chair. It really sucks to fall of an office task chair! Anyhow, I will go back, just not till after Charlie graduates.
Tuesday, April 7, 2009
Update
Hey there everyone! Just a note to catch you up. I went back to the doc. The swelling is still happening even with the socks, just not near as bad. The funny part is that the lower leg is still red and the toes are still cold. So I talked to the doc, and he is sending me to the Vein clinic on the 13th. Mark is going to take the day off to go with.
Now the Tax deadline is on the 15th, my personal deadline has been moved to the 12th, (Easter) so that I will have everyone finished and back out to them before I have to deal with the doctors.
I start my next class on the 14th, Ethics! Sounds like fun! Good thing this school is all online. I just have to make sure I get at least a B in each of the next four classes. Bring up the GPA. If not, then I might just have to bite the bullet and go to actual classes at Utah State. (Think the bosses would love that one!)
I have been asked to accompany the High School band to Region Large group Festival on the 15th in Carbon. (Any time I get to spend with Charlotte I will! I am having a hard time with her growing up on me!) Another reason to have all the taxes finished early.
Guess I had better get back to the Taxes on the desk, and stop playing. (Only 15 right now!)
More later folks!
Now the Tax deadline is on the 15th, my personal deadline has been moved to the 12th, (Easter) so that I will have everyone finished and back out to them before I have to deal with the doctors.
I start my next class on the 14th, Ethics! Sounds like fun! Good thing this school is all online. I just have to make sure I get at least a B in each of the next four classes. Bring up the GPA. If not, then I might just have to bite the bullet and go to actual classes at Utah State. (Think the bosses would love that one!)
I have been asked to accompany the High School band to Region Large group Festival on the 15th in Carbon. (Any time I get to spend with Charlotte I will! I am having a hard time with her growing up on me!) Another reason to have all the taxes finished early.
Guess I had better get back to the Taxes on the desk, and stop playing. (Only 15 right now!)
More later folks!
I stole this from Colleen & Curt.
The Rules:
1. Go to your documents/pictures.
2. Go to your 6th file.
3. Go to your 6th picture.
4. Blog about it.
5. Tag 6 people to do the same.
6. Here we go...
OK, This was taken in February 2008. These twin girls belong to Scott and Diana, Scott is a coworker at Skyline Builders Supply. His twins LOVE to come see Grandpa Steve, and get a ride in the wheelbarrow, or the dolly! They are much bigger now.
The Rules:
1. Go to your documents/pictures.
2. Go to your 6th file.
3. Go to your 6th picture.
4. Blog about it.
5. Tag 6 people to do the same.
6. Here we go...
OK, This was taken in February 2008. These twin girls belong to Scott and Diana, Scott is a coworker at Skyline Builders Supply. His twins LOVE to come see Grandpa Steve, and get a ride in the wheelbarrow, or the dolly! They are much bigger now.I choose to not tag anyone, you can post if you like!
Monday, March 2, 2009
Dr. visit, update, life
When I last talked, I was going in to the Dr. Well, he had them draw blood, (I still can't watch that!) and he sent me for a sonogram of my neck. The blood work came back with all the levels of everything they tested for in the normal range.
The sonogram of my neck was more for my thyroid, to see if there were any problems there. It revealed a nodule in one of them, but they keep telling me it is nothing to worry about.
So the Dr. and I discussed my diet, soda intake, salt intake, etc. He told me to avoid soda, I told him I haven't had a drink of soda since July 08. As for the salt, I have backed off of what I had been eating, and I am now reading the labels.
I am to wear support hose, (You know the kind that grandma's wear for varicose veins? Yeah, those socks!) and guess what?! They do work to keep the swelling down as long as I wear them. (The trick is getting them on in the first place!)
I am also to take a water and potassium pill each day.
I also have to exercise a bit, and put my feet up when I sleep.
Trying this regiment for a month. If the swelling in my lower legs doesn't get better, I will be asking for a referral for a different diagnosis.
The sonogram of my neck was more for my thyroid, to see if there were any problems there. It revealed a nodule in one of them, but they keep telling me it is nothing to worry about.
So the Dr. and I discussed my diet, soda intake, salt intake, etc. He told me to avoid soda, I told him I haven't had a drink of soda since July 08. As for the salt, I have backed off of what I had been eating, and I am now reading the labels.
I am to wear support hose, (You know the kind that grandma's wear for varicose veins? Yeah, those socks!) and guess what?! They do work to keep the swelling down as long as I wear them. (The trick is getting them on in the first place!)
I am also to take a water and potassium pill each day.
I also have to exercise a bit, and put my feet up when I sleep.
Trying this regiment for a month. If the swelling in my lower legs doesn't get better, I will be asking for a referral for a different diagnosis.
Sunday, February 15, 2009
Ok, So today I finally made it out of bed.
Mark has kept me there since Friday night. My ankles are swelling to almost the size of my thighs, so he had me in bed with my feet up. This really took a toll on the amount of tax returns I was able to finish. I sure hope it is a better week. I visit the Doctor on Tuesday. We will see what he has to say about this swelling issue.
Mark has kept me there since Friday night. My ankles are swelling to almost the size of my thighs, so he had me in bed with my feet up. This really took a toll on the amount of tax returns I was able to finish. I sure hope it is a better week. I visit the Doctor on Tuesday. We will see what he has to say about this swelling issue.
Saturday, February 7, 2009
The Beginning
Hello, I am Amy. And these are my ramblings.
Well, I have been thinking, and that is usually a bad sign, that I should have one of these blog things to keep my family up to date on the goings on in our lives.
Lets start with the beginning.
Mark and I met in 1988. We married in 1989. Our first, Jonathan, was born in 1990. (That is also the year I graduated from Manti High. We moved to Fairview in 1991 so Mark could be closer to work. We had our second, Charlotte, in 1993. When Charlotte turned 5, I started back to college. I finally graduated from Snow College in 2000. Mark and the kids were the biggest supporters of me going back to school.
Well, I have been thinking, and that is usually a bad sign, that I should have one of these blog things to keep my family up to date on the goings on in our lives.
Lets start with the beginning.
Mark and I met in 1988. We married in 1989. Our first, Jonathan, was born in 1990. (That is also the year I graduated from Manti High. We moved to Fairview in 1991 so Mark could be closer to work. We had our second, Charlotte, in 1993. When Charlotte turned 5, I started back to college. I finally graduated from Snow College in 2000. Mark and the kids were the biggest supporters of me going back to school.
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