Typhoid Mary
Typhoid Mary came to our house while we weren't paying attention and left lovely packages of disease for us all.
Steve and I have a severe case of sneezing and running noses.
Colds require many naps.
Gracie has a terrible sounding but non-productive cough.
Colby was gifted by Mary with the grandest disease of them all! She went to the doctor with (and I am quoting) "one of the worst cases of strep throat I have ever seen" -said the doctor. She is on two antibiotics, a gargle and oxycodone for the pain. Colby likened the pain to swallowing shards of glass. Yikes. Bless her heart I do not know how she has managed to get by as long as she had before I sent her to the doctor with orders not to leave that office before she was seen by the doctor no matter how late she was for class.
Steven is a little snotty but that is attributed to the teeth he is cutting. He has 3 top front teeth in and the fourth is just under the skin waiting to burst through. I have tried my best to get a photo but he is just not having it.
See my two little bottom teeth!
In other homemaking news - I bought drapes for my livingroom - after a year and a half of having only sheers in place. I love them! They are floral jacquard chenille and are wonderful. They hang beautifully. They are thick enough for winter but still nice for year round use plus they go very well with the upholstery on the living room furniture. They were a bit more expensive than I really wanted to pay but ...
Beautiful drapes that will finish being hung in my house by Friday.
What do I expect to get for a silly small amount of $$ to fit 95" windows? Yes, drapes and curtains for my windows have to be at least 95 inches long. Nothing standard works downstairs. I am fortunate that 84" works perfectly upstairs. It is an expense that had to be spent.
Steven is again screaming for me to hold him and let him nurse. I hate this teething thing! He doesn't sleep at night. He bites! But he doesn't realize he is biting. I will be so glad when this part is over. Any more of the biting and I may have to wean him very soon.
Oh, Badger mentioned a few books in my previous post comments. I have one of those and one is on its way to me via the US Postal Service. I have yet to find copy of the mothering book that is in good shape and a reasonable price.
I can't believe you all did not recommend something to read. Are you not reading these days?
While we sat and Steven played I worked on a new design for my journal. What do you all think of the snazzy new duds? Can you tell I am so very ready for fall to begin and winter to come?
Yuck. We just got over (and I use the term 'over' loosely) colds here too. The change in the weather.
Those are beautiful drapes! Miss Scarlett could make a dress out of them if need be!
I am so sorry you are sick. The begining of school does to that to a lot of people. Steven's teeth are little pearls (thanks for the pic) and the drapes are lovely. Hope you all feel better soon.
I envy Steve's nap with the baby. There is nothing better than a sleeping baby on your chest!
Poor Colby. I have never heard of anyone taking oxycodone for strep throat, so I know it must have been really awful. Did she miss a lot of classes?
I love the new look over here.
Every time I see a new picture of the baby I don't think it's possible for him to get any cuter, but then I see the next picture. Damn, Angie. You guys make nice-lookin' babies.
I hope your brood feels better soon. After a summer of health my kids have fallen victim to the head cold from hell.
I am a La Leche League Leader and LC. And have nursed 4 kids. Biting sucks. Ouch! My I offer some info?
They can't bite and suck at the same time. Most biting/nipping occurs at the end of a feeding when they are full. It is a great way to get our attention! Use one word, such as "No" or No Bite" in a low, firm tone (even though you may want to scream!) and if necessary place baby on the floor for a moment. If you pay careful attention you should be able to end the nursing before the bite.
If he is clenching, when will leave teeth indentations on your nipples, then you must go back to basics. Make sure he has a WIDE open mouth when he latches and if not then take him off and start again. Sometimes they get lazy and do not take the nipple as far back in their mouth as they can. You can mimic a wide mouth for him.
Good luck!
So sorry you are not well! I think that means fall IS officially here. Re reading, I wish I had something great to recommend. I am re-reading some children's lit that I haven't read in eons. I am reading Winnie the Pooh and House at Pooh Corner - old favorites. I needed some easy reading. I did put some of your recomendations on my amazon list, thanks for the reviews.
I'm reading the Outlander series. Very good, historical fiction. I think you would like it. Set in the 1700's.
Oh dear, I hope you all are over the crud soon! We've been passing something around here too. Not fun!
Which book did you get? I should have known you would have at least one of the books I mentioned!
I love the curtains and the new blog template. And Stephen is just the most handsome little devil ever!
I am reading "The Next Big Thing" and just finished "Little Earthquakes". I am on a chic book spree. After that, it's "The Notebook".
I should be reading about horses as I know nothing and am being baptized by fire. "Here's your horse. Tack him up and meet me in 5 min."
Ummmmm...duh.
Hope everyone feels better soon!! Sweet pics:)
Love the new look of your journal!
Love love love the drapes.
Hope you all feel better soon. Hugs