Wordless Weds

Silly boy...

Sick baby.. sick daddy snuggles...

Snow!

This was from a few days ago.. but b/c of everything else I havn't posted them yet!  We had a snow storm last week and we got a little chance to go out side and play for a few min.  Z was dying to get out and loved watching the snow come down!

It was a good time.. and he didn't want to come in..

Influenza.. why not?

At this point I'm starting to get a bit tired of starting this off w/ a sickness in the title or as the subject... but it is our life right now.  Yesterday Z was doing a bit better.  He was doing great drinking, but then spiked a fever.. and started coughing.  As the day went on the cough got worst.  Then night time came.  It was a rough night.  Z woke up alot.. at one point I ended up camping out next to his crib to comfort him when he cried and woke up.  We got about 3 or 4 hours of sleep b/c he woke up pretty early...  So in the morning when he still was running a fever.. I started to worry he might have influenza.. so I called the dr on call and they told me to come in.  Which really I was planning on it anyway.. something just felt wrong.. it felt more than just a cold.  So off we went. 

B/c of his symptoms we needed to put a mask on him.. Heartbreaking.. Then we needed to get an x-ray to rule out pneumonia.. So I had to hold him and hold the little board thing.. it was hard..  He was screaming and wanting to get out.. anyway.. Lungs were clear and verdict was the flu.. so we got the tamiflu or whatever its called.  I have to break the capsules off and put them in food to give it to him.. but hopefully it makes him better fast.. I'm tired and we both need a decent night of sleep..

Also T isn't feeling very well either.. He spent most the day in bed.... 

Finding time to relax

If you've been reading my blog you know its been a stressful few weeks.. especially this last one.  I needed something to help me unwind and relax... I'm too tired for wine (sigh...  this breaks my heart more than you know!!)  But I've really been exhausted so a glass just makes me more tired...  Well I've always love tea.. and a friend of mine just started a new tea business so I thought I would try some..

Well I am so impressed!  I've had about 3 of them so far and I love everyone!  They are organic and loose leaf.. and so many blends!  So far I've tried the Earl grey cream, Spiced Mexican Chocolate Rooibos, Rooibos Chai, & Chamomile Vanilla Bean.  First I want to say the Earl Grey is the best black tea I've had since I was in Ireland!  I've been looking for a tea that reminded me of that tea and this is it!  I just add a little milk and a tiny bit of sugar and its perfect!! Its creamy and smooth!  If you have been overseas and loved the tea there.. you have to try it!  This is so good!

My husband and I enjoy scones and Irish Tea!   In .Glendalough Ireland

The Spiced Mexican chocolate Rooibos is great too!  Anything that has chocolate has my vote!  No, really I think this one is my favorite so far!  The other two are super good too!  I've been drinking the chamomile vanilla bean in the evenings when I'm really needed a me moment...

Anyway, If you want to time some gourmet tea, check them out!!  The nice thing is you can buy a few servings of lots of different types (which is what I did).. If you try some leave a comment on which ones you got and let me know what you thought!  Below is their website and their facebook page!  Just an FYI my friend is who hand paints the tea pots.. I plan on getting one of those very soon :)

http://www.subrosatea.com/

 https://www.facebook.com/SubRosaTea

Z update

For those not on facebook thought I'd send a quick update.  Yesterday was for real one of the scariest days for me.  I wrote alittle bit about it on here, but didn't go into much detail.  Well like I said yesterday, Z woke up and was so tired.  He woke up at 7.. and slept on and off in my arms all morning.  He was so lethargic.. It was scary.  I was able to get into the dr at 10.  Z was asleep before we got off our road!  When I say tired I mean from getting up till putting him in the car he didn't get out of my arms.  No playing, no talking (other than saying drink twice) nothing.. He wouldn't even say no.. When he would go to sleep.. his little eyes would roll back into his head he'd fall asleep.  He didn't even play w/ my face or hair.. he just was there.. At the Dr they said he was most likely dehydrated from this awful stomach bug.. He was borderline of needed to go to the hosptial but since he was drinking on his own, the dr suggested trying to treat him at home first.  Any time your child's dr says Need to admitt its scary for a mom to hear.  So we went home and pushed fluids.. one oz every hour.  Z did great drinking for the first part of the day!  He even got up and played for about a total of 20 mins yesterday.  We were/are still dealing w/ water poop..  But he woke up saying Mama!  and wanting to play!!  So exciting!  He only plays for about 5mins at a time right now.. then comes and cuddles in my arms.. but thats much much better than yesterday!  So at this point I think we will be able to avoid the hospital!!  Oh yea, we also came down w/ a cold last night...  So now he has a runny nose.. a cough and a sneeze.. but we can deal w/ a cold...  By the way.. I'm ready for spring...


Here was my facebook update today:
I think we might be over the dehydration scare! Zach woke up saying mama and wanting to play! He asked for a banana then wanted to play w/ bubbles! This is a giant improvement from yesterday when all he did was lay in my arms! Still need to keep pushing fluids today, but I don't think we will need to go to the hospital! Thanks for the prayers everyone!
He did come down w/ a cold.. but 2 steps up one step back is still moving forward right?

Sorry for any typoes.. its been a long few days and I wrote this quickly while Z was coloring..

I am your calm.. you are my wild

Sometimes the best way to put your emotions into words is to use a poem..  So today since I had some extra one on one time w/ my silly boy (since the kids I babysit were sickly and so was my little man).. We spent alot of time playing with trains and making music... So this poem really fit. 

You are my I love you

I am your parent you are my child
I am your quiet place, you are my wild
I am your calm face, you are my giggle
I am your wait, you are my wiggle
I am your audience, you are my clown
I am your London Bridge, you are my falling down
I am your Carrot Sticks, you are my licorice
I am your dandelion, you are my first wish
I am your water wings, you are my deep
I am your open arms, you are my running leap
I am your way home, you are my new path
I am your dry towel, you are my wet bath
I am your dinner you are my chocolate cake
I am your bedtime, you are my wide awake
I am your finish line, you are my race
I am your praying hands, you are my saving grace
I am your favorite book, you are my new lines
I am your nightlight, you are my sunshine
I am your lullaby, you are my peek-a-boo
I am your kiss goodnight, you are my I love you

 Author: Maryann K Cusimano

I am your calm
This is what a real picture looks like.. crazy hair, no makeup, just snuggling w/ my sick baby

You are my sunshine!

You are my first wish

You are my wild!

Stomach bug...

Disinfecting all toys...  Then dealing with dehydration...  all the joys of germs and sickness!  When Z woke up this morning.. he was super tired.  He won't leave my arms.. he didn't want to eat or play.. The only think he said to me was drink.. so we went to the dr.. Turns out he is dehydrated.. so we are pushing fluids...  as long as he keeps drinking then we will be fine. This is how he was been most the day today.. very sleepy.. but drinking lots! 

Self portrait & 11 things

Kate from one of my favorite blogs : http://sbuxsweetie.blogspot.com/2013/02/self-portrait-11-things.html
posted this on her page and I thought it would be fun!  (check out her blog!)  So here are the rules:

1. Post a photo of yourself
2. Answer the questions set for you in the original post.
3. Create 11 new questions and ask people to answer them.

So here goes!  Keep in mind we have been dealing w/ sickness here and not sleeping well.. But its a real look at what motherhood looks like

Kates questions for me:

1. What was your first job?
Dishwasher/waitress

2. What food could you eat every day for a month and not get tired of it?
Mashed potatoes!  I love them!

3. If you won the lottery today, what is the first material thing you'd purchase?
Treehouse for Z

4. Are your toenails currently painted? What do they look like?
They are painted bright pink, but starting to chip away.. so they need redone

5. How do you feel about pets? Do you have any?
I love my pup, we have one dog Chase.  He is best buddies with Z and I love having him around.  But right now he is all we want/need. 

6. When was the last time you went out to a movie? What did you see?
I think it was Breaking Dawn with some girlfriends.. so that was awhile ago...

7. Do you have any vacations coming up? If not, where would you love to go?
T and I have been talking about taking a overnight trip and staying at a romantic hotel soon.. But vacation wise, I'd love to take a trip and visit my friends that are all around the country.. Mainly my LB mammas.  

8. What would you do with a kid free night? If you're not a parent, what would you do with an evening all to yourself?
A kid free night.. right now sleep!  Maybe go out with some friends and go to dinner.. then sleep..

9. What's your guilty pleasure movie or TV show?
I just finished desperate housewives.. so I'm currentlly looking for something new to watch.  One show I love to watch is Tosh.0.. its so bad.. but so funny

10. Which website do you waste the most time on?
Facebook. mainly in one group, but I spend too much time on it. 

11. What's for dinner tonight? Give me some ideas!
I think I'm going to make chilli...  

Now my questions for you:

1. How did you meet your SO/husband/wife?

2. How did you pick your childrens names? (if no kids.. how about pets)

3. What is your favorite store to shop in?  Why?

4. Where would your dream house be?

5.  When did you shower last?

6.  What is your favorite disney movie?  Why?

7.  How many hours did you sleep last night? 

8.  Is your bedroom always messy? 

9.  What is the hardest thing you have ever done?

10. What is your favorite thing to do in winter?

11.  What is your favorite season?

Let me know if you play along!  Or leave your answers in comments :)  

Wordless Weds

Snuggling w/ Nana makes everyone feel better when you aren't feeling well!

Cars birthday party!

Like last year we had Z's first party at a bowling alley near our town.  It was such a great time, we had his second party there too!  It was so much fun!  We did a Car's theme and Z seemed to love it! 

I have to throw out a big thank you to some of my amazing friends!  My LB mom's help make this party happen!  A did a great job making the decorations for me!  W made Z's car theme shirt.  N made the invites and S gave me the #2 balloon and the cupcake holders!  Also Thanks to my SS for sending us the cute cars plates and silverware!  This party would not have been so great without your help!  I love ladies!!

Z loved bowling!

But by the time we need to blow out the candle and eat cake.. the 45 min nap had caught up with us....

Its his party.. he can cry if he wants to

He really liked the decorations Lighting and Mater

We had a great time!  Thanks for all of you that helped celebrate with us!!  :)
Z's invite card was from here: www.facebook.com/NicoleAshleighArt
Z's shirt: www.etsy.com/shop/silviarosekids

I have a 2 year old!!

Man 2 years have flown by!  I can't get over how big he has gotten and how much he can do now!  He really has taught me so much about love!  We spend his birthday w/ nana hanging out.  We had pancakes with apples (his favorite).  Then we went to dinner w/ some friends (the poor waiter had to deal w/ 2 sets of parents and 4 children under the age of 5) Then we opened gifts at home and had cake.  It was really nice!

He did a great job opening his gifts!

He loved blowing out his candles!

Hello long lost blog

Life with a toddler is hectic!  Add in there babysitting, school, mary kay, working out, house keeping, and being a wife and mommy.. well the blog got push back.  I'm not going to lie, it was a nice break.. but I want to get back into it! 

He has gotten big!!  Its crazy that he will be 2 in just a few days!!  I really can't get over it!  I think his birthday is the reason why I got back on this blog!  So a few updates since I last wrote.. We had a fun winter and Christmas.  We went on vacation in the smokey mountains and that was a blast!  Christmas Z got sooo many toys.. T & I started working out.. I've lost 25 lbs.. which is pretty exciting!  We also have been sick alot.  Z got sick on vacation, then we got it on our way home.. Then we had a few weeks of no sickness and then back at it for 2 weeks.  Last week Z got his first ever ear infection.. and it was in both ears!  Poor boy, but I'm happy that it was our first in 2 years...  Other than that, we are still just playing!  :)  I'll be sure to post much more often!  <3