February 21, 2007
Life Is Getting A Little More Calm
After a week of hectic work schedules, a pregnancy scare, two funerals and a sick toddler, I’m finally feeling like things are “normal” again. Any psychologist would tell me normal is a terrible word to use because it doesn’t exist, but I like to hope I’m close to myself again.
My blood-test from the hospital came back negative meaning I’m not having a second child. I think I knew this all along, so I never got my hopes up. I’m actually relieved because I am doing so well on Weight Watchers, and I paid all that money for a gym membership. I’m not saying I can’t exercise while pregnant, I just don’t think weight loss is such a good thing if one’s expecting.
Dawson had a terrible cold/cough/bronchial thing the last week and he’s been hacking and miserable for days. I think he’s gradually getting better and I’m so grateful because nothing is more difficult than trying to keep a sick child comfortable. It really does take up most of my day and night.
A friend from high school’s father passed away last week and I wasn’t able to go to the funeral services, but I managed to send her my condolences and prayers. I was so sad to learn of this news because her dad was only 52. Two years older than my father. It really scared me. I went into a mini-depression of sorts and I feel so ridiculous about it. I suppose I still see my parents as young 30 year olds. I’m nearly 28 myself. It hit me that my mom and dad are 10-15 years away from retirement, and the reality that they could become ill one day (or even pass away) made me feel like time was slipping away. I made it my duty to spend the weekend with them. We all went polka dancing. I know it’s silly, but I think I needed to do that.
Work has been exceptionally busy. I have been travelling all over the last few days and I’m finally home to deal with my housework. Oh yeah, and I remember what my husband looks like. He really is handsome.
It’s Ash Wednesday and we’re headed off to church. I just wanted to post a little something to say I’m back and hopefully things won’t be so nuts anymore.
I really miss you all and I’m feeling especially guilty for not being able to read your blogs and post my two cents! Forgive me?
Posted by Dana @ 4:54 pm • Uncategorized
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February 21st, 2007 at 6:59 pm, Janet a.k.a Wonder Mom Says:
Well, glad to hear you are okay…Sorry it’s been crazy for you…hugs.
February 21st, 2007 at 9:11 pm, Jason Bush (SPASH class of '97) Says:
Dana,
Hi. I’m not sure if we ever met in high school, but we were in the same class. I have been searcing the internet to find out if there is going to be a 10 year anniversary (I can’t believe it’s almost been 10 years, where has the time gone?) Anyways, after numerous hours of searching, I’ve just decided that probably the best way to find out would be to leave you a post and see if you know more than I do. The SPASH website was pretty much useless, it was either under construction or of no use to what I was trying to find out. I’m hoping you either still reside in Stevens Point, or have contact with someone who does. I left Wisconsin right after graduation and have only been back once since then. Anyways, if you could help me out or pass my email along to someone who can, I would greatly appreciate it. Thank you very much for your time, and take care. My email address is jasonAF1@hotmail.com.
hope to hear from you,
Jason
PS… nice to see that there are some fellow conservatives still in Wisconsin
February 22nd, 2007 at 7:59 am, Cheryl Says:
Forgiven.
I’m glad you’re feeling a little more capable today. It’s tough stuff to go through. Right after I got married, my dad was rushed to the ICU and diagnosed with colon cancer and heart failure. Being faced with a parent’s mortality is frightening, and polka dancing can heal many hurts. Especially if you know the words and sing along.
February 22nd, 2007 at 3:16 pm, Brenda Says:
I’m so glad to hear things are looking up after such a stressful time. Oh, and did I tell you how much I adore your new blog “look & feel”? This is SWEET. Take good care, girlie!