Remember me? I'm that crazy lady who is supposed to write in this thing every day, and has failed miserably lately. BUT I have an excuse. It's been crazy busy trying to get in all our good byes.
The trailer is packed. (Yes, I'm towing a trailer for 10 hours....wish me luck!!!) Everything is ready to go. Except me, I think. Don't get me wrong, I'm excited, but still just a little nervous.
I mde myself wake up at 3am, so hopefully, around 1 I can lay down for a little bit and get in a decent nap. Wyatt and I should be leaving around 6 this evening. I figured that should work...we will cross the state line, stop for a quick dinner, and then we *should* be at our new house about 4 am. Any later, and I'm afraid he wouldn't go back to sleep. I've added in time for coffee stops. (I won't forget about the coffee!!!) So, we will see how a 10 hour trip goes with 3 dogs and a 5 year old (Did I already ask you to wish for luck for me?)
I don't really feel like I'm *ready* to leave, I just want to get the drive over with. I mean, I am ready, but I don't know that emotionally I am. I just have so many friends here, and I feel like I'm too old to start over.
I can't believe parent orientation for Wyatt's school is TOMORROW. Wow. He's going to be IN SCHOOL. I will have no excuse for not updating my blog then. Although, I'm sure I'll be able to come up with some :)
Wednesday, August 18, 2010
Wednesday, August 11, 2010
Ahhhhhh
Well, yesterday, at 1800 hours, I took off my steel toed boots, to never have to put them on again. From here on out, nothin' but flip flops, baby! And, lemme tell you, my piggies are loving it :)
There is totally other stuff I can type about, but I can't think of it at the moment.
I can't believe in ONE WEEK Wyatt, the dogs, and I will be on the way to SC. There's really not much left. I did a lot of cleaning today, so a quick touch up Tuesday, plus packing all my & Wyatt's clothes. We are paying someone to come clean the carpets once all the furniture is out. It seems kinda surreal. I have something going on every day until we leave. I'm trying to cram all the goodbyes in. How do people in the military do this all the time?
On the bright side, thanks to the internet, I already "know" a few people where we are going. And I know it will help that Wyatt is going to be in school. I am SO gonna be a PTA mom. I just wanna make friends!
There is totally other stuff I can type about, but I can't think of it at the moment.
I can't believe in ONE WEEK Wyatt, the dogs, and I will be on the way to SC. There's really not much left. I did a lot of cleaning today, so a quick touch up Tuesday, plus packing all my & Wyatt's clothes. We are paying someone to come clean the carpets once all the furniture is out. It seems kinda surreal. I have something going on every day until we leave. I'm trying to cram all the goodbyes in. How do people in the military do this all the time?
On the bright side, thanks to the internet, I already "know" a few people where we are going. And I know it will help that Wyatt is going to be in school. I am SO gonna be a PTA mom. I just wanna make friends!
Tuesday, August 10, 2010
Life saving fluids!!!
Let me just tell you...today is my last shift. Kinda sad, but mostly excited. Anyway, that's not the point of this blog. As I often do, I spent the night before my shift at work. It saves me from having to get up at 4am to be here on time. I woke up this morning completely out of it. And, get this...there is NO flavored creamer. And my partner is still sleeping so we can't go to the store. What is an uncaffeinated girl to do? Well, I remembered that there is a coffee shop within walking distance to the station. So off I went.
I opened the door and the rich, tantelizing aroma of caffeine greeted me. Mmmm. My mouth watered already. I ordered the same drink I do at Starbucks (a triple venti non fat with whipped toffee nut white mocha). This woman behind the counter...this barista, this goddess, asked me if I wanted the 4th shot free. Yes, that's the 4th shot of espresso. I don't know if she saw how exhausted I am, or what, but I graciously took her up on her offer. Well, as gracious you can be when you are drooling and your eyes are half open. I'm fairly certain you could hear things rattle in my head when I vigorously nodded. And, let me tell you, this coffee? It's GOOD. Oh. My. God. I wonder if I can take this coffee shop with me to SC?
We went to Hershey park yesterday. It may have been our last time there this summer. Once we come up for Christmas, I'm pretty sure we will go then. (They do a special Christmas thing) We had fun. We definitely stayed in the sun too long, but what can ya do? Wyatt is getting on more and more rides geared towards big kids. *Sniff* I really want to camp at the campground next year, but we will see. A lot of it is going to depend on what happens with Randy and work.
Ah well, I suppose I should get on with getting stuff done. And remember, if you have to call 911 today, and your EMT shows up bright eyed and bushy tailed, thank a coffee lady.
I opened the door and the rich, tantelizing aroma of caffeine greeted me. Mmmm. My mouth watered already. I ordered the same drink I do at Starbucks (a triple venti non fat with whipped toffee nut white mocha). This woman behind the counter...this barista, this goddess, asked me if I wanted the 4th shot free. Yes, that's the 4th shot of espresso. I don't know if she saw how exhausted I am, or what, but I graciously took her up on her offer. Well, as gracious you can be when you are drooling and your eyes are half open. I'm fairly certain you could hear things rattle in my head when I vigorously nodded. And, let me tell you, this coffee? It's GOOD. Oh. My. God. I wonder if I can take this coffee shop with me to SC?
We went to Hershey park yesterday. It may have been our last time there this summer. Once we come up for Christmas, I'm pretty sure we will go then. (They do a special Christmas thing) We had fun. We definitely stayed in the sun too long, but what can ya do? Wyatt is getting on more and more rides geared towards big kids. *Sniff* I really want to camp at the campground next year, but we will see. A lot of it is going to depend on what happens with Randy and work.
Ah well, I suppose I should get on with getting stuff done. And remember, if you have to call 911 today, and your EMT shows up bright eyed and bushy tailed, thank a coffee lady.
Sunday, August 8, 2010
Busy night
We went to the races last night. Wyatt LOVED it. First he said he wanted to leave because it was too loud, but once he got used to it he had a blast. He's getting big before I'm ready for him to. Last night there was a wreck, and, knowing I could see him, I let him run to the fence where the wreck was without me. He got lost in a crowd of kids and other onlookers, and I didn't panic (even though I really wanted to!) I knew where he was, and I knew he couldn't go anywhere. *Sniffle* Yesterday, he wanted an extra snack. He told me he's the oldest, so he could get extra. I just laughed and let him have it. What can ya do?
There is so much fun stuff around here, and we have so many friends. Sometimes I get so aprehensive about leaving, but I know we are doing the best thing for our family. Last night we went with Adriana and her kids. I love those girls so much. Last week I worked with their dad, and they came to the station. Carleigh, who isn't 2 yet, gave me a kiss and I heard her say my name for the first time. I had to leave the room because I broke down. Last night she kept wanting to sit in my lap and cuddle me. It's like I can feel my heart break. I love both of those girls like they were my own. Wyatt is just like a big brother to them. Sometimes they are best friends, sometimes they are each other's worst enemies. I know we will have friends like that in SC eventually, but it's still hard.
Mr. Rust is coming over today. We are gonna cook out and make S'mores. Tomorrow is Hersheypark, and after that, who knows. But every day on the calendar is BOOKED. I want to get some stuff cleaned up today, but otherwise, there's nothing to pack that can't wait until the last day (like clothes, toiletries, etc) I've kinda reached the point where there's nothing I can do. *Sigh
There is so much fun stuff around here, and we have so many friends. Sometimes I get so aprehensive about leaving, but I know we are doing the best thing for our family. Last night we went with Adriana and her kids. I love those girls so much. Last week I worked with their dad, and they came to the station. Carleigh, who isn't 2 yet, gave me a kiss and I heard her say my name for the first time. I had to leave the room because I broke down. Last night she kept wanting to sit in my lap and cuddle me. It's like I can feel my heart break. I love both of those girls like they were my own. Wyatt is just like a big brother to them. Sometimes they are best friends, sometimes they are each other's worst enemies. I know we will have friends like that in SC eventually, but it's still hard.
Mr. Rust is coming over today. We are gonna cook out and make S'mores. Tomorrow is Hersheypark, and after that, who knows. But every day on the calendar is BOOKED. I want to get some stuff cleaned up today, but otherwise, there's nothing to pack that can't wait until the last day (like clothes, toiletries, etc) I've kinda reached the point where there's nothing I can do. *Sigh
Saturday, August 7, 2010
Wow....
I looked at the calendar this morning and realized I only have 11 days left in this state (Commonwealth, whatever) And those 11 days are BUSY. I'm going to MD for 2 or 3 of them, some family is coming up for another, other family is coming up for 3 other days, I work, Randy works, we have 2 trips to Hersheypark planned, tonight I'm taking Wyatt to the racetrack...there's always something! Plus, I really want to get some more stuff packed. I want to make it so that all that's out is wtuff to keep Randy entertained and clothed and fed for the 2 weeks I'm down there and he's up here. He's got a hard enough job with loading the uhaul, I'd at least like to make it easy for him.
I have found a coffee maker that I must have. It's a cuisinart Keurig combo. It makes iced tea, 5 different size coffees....I want it. I will have it. It's got quiet brew technology. The Keurig I have now is pure awesomeness, but it's VERY noisy. And, I will be living in SC, I will have to be able to produce sweet tea on demand. :)
I can't believe in 2 weeks my baby starts Kindergarten. I think I had more issues with Pre-K than I do with this. I'm really not overly upset or anxious. Yet. I'm excited for him. I think the first day he's at school I will probably just wander around the house lost. Randy won't be there yet, I should have the stuff I'm bringing unpacked. Yup, staring at the walls...that's what I shall do. Now that I put it that way...You know, I will have fun. I will go into the city, do some window shopping, maybe just drive around and explore the area. Yup, I will have fun
I have found a coffee maker that I must have. It's a cuisinart Keurig combo. It makes iced tea, 5 different size coffees....I want it. I will have it. It's got quiet brew technology. The Keurig I have now is pure awesomeness, but it's VERY noisy. And, I will be living in SC, I will have to be able to produce sweet tea on demand. :)
I can't believe in 2 weeks my baby starts Kindergarten. I think I had more issues with Pre-K than I do with this. I'm really not overly upset or anxious. Yet. I'm excited for him. I think the first day he's at school I will probably just wander around the house lost. Randy won't be there yet, I should have the stuff I'm bringing unpacked. Yup, staring at the walls...that's what I shall do. Now that I put it that way...You know, I will have fun. I will go into the city, do some window shopping, maybe just drive around and explore the area. Yup, I will have fun
Friday, August 6, 2010
Nothing going on
Good morning. Nothing to really type about this morning. I'm so tired. I don't know why, but I really haven't been sleeping well at all lately. I really don't feel stressed about the move. Things really seem to be falling into place there. I even talked to the guy who is installing our fence at the end of the month, and he's willing to come do the area we have set for the dogs early so it will be ready when we get there. Randy has a lot more to stress about, since he will have to finish packing the house on his own.
I'm kinda bummed. I had planned on going to MD today, but money is just too tight this pay week. Plus, Randy got a really BAD case of poison ivy, so he's had to call out. I know things will be SO much better in 3 weeks, but getting to that point is...well...taking more time than I would like. Lately I've just been so emotional, I really think I need that time with my friends. I will go next week, but I WANNA GO NOW!!!
Well, now that we got that out of the way.
I really have so much that I need to get done today, since I will still be here. All I wanna do is sleep. But, alas, that is not meant to be. We have Family Fun Night at church tonight, so I think maybe Wyatt and I will go. Randy's working, but even that aside, his rash is kinda scary looking. I'm pretty sure it's dried up by now, thus not contagious, but still...
I'm kinda bummed. I had planned on going to MD today, but money is just too tight this pay week. Plus, Randy got a really BAD case of poison ivy, so he's had to call out. I know things will be SO much better in 3 weeks, but getting to that point is...well...taking more time than I would like. Lately I've just been so emotional, I really think I need that time with my friends. I will go next week, but I WANNA GO NOW!!!
Well, now that we got that out of the way.
I really have so much that I need to get done today, since I will still be here. All I wanna do is sleep. But, alas, that is not meant to be. We have Family Fun Night at church tonight, so I think maybe Wyatt and I will go. Randy's working, but even that aside, his rash is kinda scary looking. I'm pretty sure it's dried up by now, thus not contagious, but still...
Wednesday, August 4, 2010
Finally have news...
...and I just haven't felt like sitting down to type. Go figure.
Last night was National Night Out. We went to Logan Park, and Wyatt got to "fly" a military helicopter. I think he had a good time. I was working, and we had a couple of calls, but otherwise, it was a good time. I gotta say, stuff like that really makes me realize how much we will miss this area and our friends. It's truly a great area to raise a family, and our friends are wonderful. I hope we are doing the right thing. I know we are, but it's still very bittersweet.
OK, so...now for the news...Yesterday, at 8am I got a phone call....There was an opening in Wyatt's kindergarten class. Soooo...he will be going to private school. :) YAY! I feel so at peace and even excited about that. Not that I ever doubted my ability to homeschool. I wanted to, but I didn't feel the excitement about it that other people have. And then finding out that the ONLY homeschool group in our area only has 5 members...That just didn't seem like Wyatt would have the socialization that I wanted for him. So then I found out orientation dates, etc for Wyatt's school. Then I started thinking that it's possible for us to be down there in time for him to start, but it would depend on the school letting us pay after settlement. Lots of stuff in the air. Long story short, they approved him starting with his class and us paying late, and Wyatt and I are moving August 19. I really didn't want him (or I) to miss orientation. It's a new area, neither of us know anything about the school, and there are already so many adjustments our family has to make. If I can do anything to make them easier, well, that's my job. So he and I will go down with the dogs and a small trailer packed with enough to last us for 2 weeks until Randy can follow with the moving truck. Lots to do now! I'm glad I got most of the packing done up to this point. Now it's mostly figuring out what we need to take with us, and then cleaning the house so Randy just has to do a bit of a touch up before he comes down.
This whole thing is very bittersweet for me. The mood swings definitely aren't helping, LOL. I know it will all work out, I have faith in that.
Last night was National Night Out. We went to Logan Park, and Wyatt got to "fly" a military helicopter. I think he had a good time. I was working, and we had a couple of calls, but otherwise, it was a good time. I gotta say, stuff like that really makes me realize how much we will miss this area and our friends. It's truly a great area to raise a family, and our friends are wonderful. I hope we are doing the right thing. I know we are, but it's still very bittersweet.
OK, so...now for the news...Yesterday, at 8am I got a phone call....There was an opening in Wyatt's kindergarten class. Soooo...he will be going to private school. :) YAY! I feel so at peace and even excited about that. Not that I ever doubted my ability to homeschool. I wanted to, but I didn't feel the excitement about it that other people have. And then finding out that the ONLY homeschool group in our area only has 5 members...That just didn't seem like Wyatt would have the socialization that I wanted for him. So then I found out orientation dates, etc for Wyatt's school. Then I started thinking that it's possible for us to be down there in time for him to start, but it would depend on the school letting us pay after settlement. Lots of stuff in the air. Long story short, they approved him starting with his class and us paying late, and Wyatt and I are moving August 19. I really didn't want him (or I) to miss orientation. It's a new area, neither of us know anything about the school, and there are already so many adjustments our family has to make. If I can do anything to make them easier, well, that's my job. So he and I will go down with the dogs and a small trailer packed with enough to last us for 2 weeks until Randy can follow with the moving truck. Lots to do now! I'm glad I got most of the packing done up to this point. Now it's mostly figuring out what we need to take with us, and then cleaning the house so Randy just has to do a bit of a touch up before he comes down.
This whole thing is very bittersweet for me. The mood swings definitely aren't helping, LOL. I know it will all work out, I have faith in that.
Tuesday, August 3, 2010
Not too bad so far...
I finished my 2nd (and last) Clomid cycle. Other than waking up sweaty a few times, this cycle was not bad at all. Hopefully the side effects are done and won't last forever. Well, I did have a mood swing or 2 but nothing that *I* think was too bad :) Maybe next cycle I will do herbal stuff, maybe I won't do anything. I don't know. I think I'm just going to take it as it comes for right now. I do have an appointment with a fertility doctor once we move (the waiting list for those things is usually pretty long, so I scheduled it now)
I've looked into support groups/co-ops for homeschooling, and there really isn't much in the county that I'm in. I'm sure we will find something, even if it's by joining one of the groups in a larger city. If I have to travel once a month, that's not too bad. Completely worth it for Wyatt to get the whole experience, in my opinion. And I think it will help me feel better about everything, just to have someone local to talk to about it all. I'm still on the fence about private school, but at the moment it's not an option anyway.
Lately I've felt like there is just so much to do, and I will never find a way to get it all done. I have lists everywhere, even a list of lists. I just feel....discombobulated. Last night I went to make pancakes for dinner, only to find that I packed the measuring cups and mixing bowls. So I was going to make tacos, but....you guessed it, the seasoning was packed. Stuff I meant to leave out, but apparently didn't. Don't get me wrong, I'm glad I've packed what I have because I know it will be easier in a few weeks, but right now I just feel...out of sorts I guess. It doesn't help that we are trying to be creative for meals and use what we have without going to the store, and that makes me feel more disorganized. I can't wait to get back on my diet and maybe start working out. I do know that getting up early and having time to myself helps. It gives me a chance to read, pray, and just prepare myself for the day.
Today Wyatt has camp, and then I work at 6pm. 3 more shifts...is it over yet? I've already made a list of stuff I want to get done today, so hopefully it will happen. I'm going to try not to let myself doze off today...It's so hard for me to sleep at work, that I'm hoping if I go in really tired I will be able to. Of course, that almost guarantees we will have a busy night, and there will be no sleep. I really love what I do, but I find myself maintaining that count down. I think in my heart I know that I would rather be at home with my family.
I've looked into support groups/co-ops for homeschooling, and there really isn't much in the county that I'm in. I'm sure we will find something, even if it's by joining one of the groups in a larger city. If I have to travel once a month, that's not too bad. Completely worth it for Wyatt to get the whole experience, in my opinion. And I think it will help me feel better about everything, just to have someone local to talk to about it all. I'm still on the fence about private school, but at the moment it's not an option anyway.
Lately I've felt like there is just so much to do, and I will never find a way to get it all done. I have lists everywhere, even a list of lists. I just feel....discombobulated. Last night I went to make pancakes for dinner, only to find that I packed the measuring cups and mixing bowls. So I was going to make tacos, but....you guessed it, the seasoning was packed. Stuff I meant to leave out, but apparently didn't. Don't get me wrong, I'm glad I've packed what I have because I know it will be easier in a few weeks, but right now I just feel...out of sorts I guess. It doesn't help that we are trying to be creative for meals and use what we have without going to the store, and that makes me feel more disorganized. I can't wait to get back on my diet and maybe start working out. I do know that getting up early and having time to myself helps. It gives me a chance to read, pray, and just prepare myself for the day.
Today Wyatt has camp, and then I work at 6pm. 3 more shifts...is it over yet? I've already made a list of stuff I want to get done today, so hopefully it will happen. I'm going to try not to let myself doze off today...It's so hard for me to sleep at work, that I'm hoping if I go in really tired I will be able to. Of course, that almost guarantees we will have a busy night, and there will be no sleep. I really love what I do, but I find myself maintaining that count down. I think in my heart I know that I would rather be at home with my family.
Sunday, August 1, 2010
4 shifts left....SO tired
We have a pretty big dirt track in our area. I work it often on the ambulance. Last night, I was informed that Casey Kane wanted to buy it. I didn't realize it was such a huge deal. I guess he even races there sometimes. It's one of the 3 biggest in the country. Hmmm....who knew? They are doing a kids night coming up, and I think I'm going to take Wyatt. He will LOVE it. That kid will be in heaven. But, anyway, I worked last night, and I go back in tonight. After that...only 3 more shifts. I'm so relieved. But, kinda sad, too. I feel like a lot of my identity is being an EMT. However, I feel like I miss out on SO MUCH because I work shift work. Yes, it has it's good points, but then there are days like today. I was so tired that I made the choice to miss church. I hate that, but last time I felt like this and worked, I fell asleep during the sermon. And, since I have to work tonight, then get up at 4 am, I needed to get my sleep when I could.
I finally got rid of the ringworm in the kittens....only to discover that Wyatt has it too. *sigh* At least I already have the meds on hand. I really didn't think that's what it was because it didn't itch. But, alas, that's what it is. So we all have to be a little more careful than usual about washing our hands. He can still play with his friends and go to camp, but....it's just another thing
So, after hearing many many opinions, which I weighed carefully, I made the decision to homeschool Wyatt. It's so hard because Randy doesn't tell me what he thinks. He never does, because he's afraid it's going to be different than what I want. But, I digress.... He is on the waiting list for the private school, so I'm going to look at this as time given to me to get our feet wet, and really see if homeschool will work for us. Maybe it will, maybe it won't. But it also gives me time to look into co-ops and homeschool groups in the area. Hopefully I find something. And, if for whatever reason it doens't work, I will wait until Wyatt gets a spot in the private school. I really think God will lead me to the right decision for our family.
I finally got rid of the ringworm in the kittens....only to discover that Wyatt has it too. *sigh* At least I already have the meds on hand. I really didn't think that's what it was because it didn't itch. But, alas, that's what it is. So we all have to be a little more careful than usual about washing our hands. He can still play with his friends and go to camp, but....it's just another thing
So, after hearing many many opinions, which I weighed carefully, I made the decision to homeschool Wyatt. It's so hard because Randy doesn't tell me what he thinks. He never does, because he's afraid it's going to be different than what I want. But, I digress.... He is on the waiting list for the private school, so I'm going to look at this as time given to me to get our feet wet, and really see if homeschool will work for us. Maybe it will, maybe it won't. But it also gives me time to look into co-ops and homeschool groups in the area. Hopefully I find something. And, if for whatever reason it doens't work, I will wait until Wyatt gets a spot in the private school. I really think God will lead me to the right decision for our family.
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