I can’t stop knitting bunnies! I didn’t get a picture of my pink one yet, the ears went wonky when I put her in my knitting bag. Here’s my little white one, though.
These are so fast and way, way fun. The pattern is called Bunny Nuggets and you have to try one!
Last Friday was our usual date night. When I left work, the sun was shining and there was rain going sideways! You could see where the rain was and where it wasn’t….it was really weird. When we were headed out of town, it looked so eery I didn’t even know if I wanted to drive into the weather.
See the blue sky in the distance?
Looking west, it was mostly clear and sunny. Sorry for the blurry.
We drove through about 10 miles of crazy rain and then it was partly cloudy the rest of the trip. Weird.
I saved the best for last. Little Missy Mayah and I went for a very quick walk today while Rhianna went to get our lunch. We came back with a little present for Mayah.
What is in the bag?
Well, I have another little bunny!
I think she might have fun with this for a few years. (she loved the bunny I knit, too.)
I went to the doctor yesterday for a routine check up and to be honest, I am feeling a little bit alarmed. I know there are things I can do, but it’s just a little unnerving. My blood pressure is too high. I am overwhelmed. I know things will fall into place, but somehow I need to get a grip on things. The adjustments we are going through have been a little harder to walk out than I thought they would be and I need to start making some choices to change some things. We talked about exercise…yes, I know it would make me feel better. Trouble is, when? She suggested 5 a.m. Right now it makes me want to scream and cry. I am NOT a morning person. (no lectures, I know that can change). I told her that my need for quiet is making me stay up too late just so I can have some alone time. She said yes, I definitely need some “me” time. It’s funny because I will sometimes start arguing that, it seems I get more away time than most, but I don’t think it’s the kind I need. Lots to think and pray about. I know God has the answer. He isn’t going to leave me hanging here.
Well, what have I been up to?
let’s turn him around….
I put a picture on facebook and within minutes I had a whole string of comments and hints. I don’t have any more angora. I might have enough to make one for both of my little grandbabies, though. Mayah liked it a lot but it’s still in my possession.
Sunday afternoon, I got a text message from Rhianna. She wondered what I was doing. I said nothing much, she told me she had 2 crying children and Kyle was at a meeting. I was up off the couch and on my way out the door. Kenny laughed at how fast that move me. I was thrilled that she needed help and asked me. I love spending time with my kids and was more than happy to play with crying children. Funny how that doesn’t stress me. Kenny was going to load Tyler up and come a little later but they ended up deciding to stay home. I had a most enjoyable time.
This is what I saw when I ran out the door.
I know I’ve shown the same view many times but I never get sick of it. My camera died right after I snapped the picture.
I did happen to have a little picture of my new little sweet pea, though. He’s such a doll.
Life is good, I do know it is. I am sure things will fall into place. I’m grateful for such a great family and understanding from them while I try to get a grip on myself. I am going to investigate getting some little times away from the rat race. I’m not too worried about it, just feel like I’m having a wake-up call.
Wow. What a wild 10 days we put in. I just have not had the energy to do anything. Sammy and Rhianna came home yesterday and life is returning to normal, whatever that is.
The bruising is gone.
Samuel responded well to treatment and really, the only reason they were there was so he could get his 10 days of antibiotics. There was a problem along the way with getting the iv in and they almost got transferred to Tacoma, but there was a nurse and an iv specialist who prayed over the needles and his iv went in first try….after numerous attempts by other shifts.
Uncle Tyler is thinking this guy is pretty cool.
I am so proud of my kids. Rhianna did so well in the hospital made friends with the nurses and just did a great job.
Kyle spent as much time as he could with her, but he also went home and spent quality time with Mayah. I really feel for him because he had a big job being with his family here and there. His devotion is evident and I am proud to call him a son. It’s wonderful to see your daughter well taken care of.
One night Rebecca and Chase were there the same night we were. In the Special Care Nursery only 3 adults are allowed in the room at a time, including the parents. Once in awhile one of the nurses let us cross over.
Rebecca is such a great auntie!
Another night, Kyle and Mayah were there so we played with her in the waiting room.
Every one of my pictures of her was a blur because she does not stay still. Here she is headed toward that door that leads to mama and daddy, but she came back to play.
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It was days and days before I finally got to see his eyes!
I spent two different days with Mayah. Whew, that girl can keep you on your toes!!! We had a good time together. I had her on Tuesday this week while Kyle was with Rhianna. Rhianna slept much of the day and Kyle spent time with his new son. Mayah did well with me, but it broke my heart at bedtime when she kept talking about Mama and Dada….she did not understand they were coming home in the morning. I kept trying to reassure her and she just sadly laid down and I never heard a peep out of her.
It’s fun, they have a video monitor now and that little stinker never did take a nap although she was stumbling tired in the afternoon. I watched her play for hours in her crib. I guess it was a blessing in disguise because while she was sad about her mommy and daddy, she was too tired to protest much.
Kyle came home that night and they headed up the next morning to bring home the boy.
Yesterday it seemed that the whole 10 days hit me hard. I was dangerously tired. Work was hard and long and I was thankful a friend came in to visit at the end. I couldn’t believe it last night but I watched American Idol and went to bed and slept like a baby all night.
Life is so good, I just love having these little babies, I love my kids, I just can barely contain the joy each one of them brings me. Kenny and I are so blessed with all of our kiddos.
And, since I haven’t been a faithful blogger, I hadn’t had a chance to share my good fortune! I won a blogiversary drawing! It happens to be one of my favorite blogs and Mary has become a friend. She lives in New York and I love following her through her days and through the city she loves! Hop on over and visit her!
Look what I got!!!!
This bag is so beautiful! It is made by Maruca and I loved the little tag inside….It’s the Hannah bag…”Meet Hannh..Hannah hannah bo-bannah…Bountiful Hannah! Love it!!
But that wasn’t all!
I can’t figure out where I put the label to this beautiful angora. She thought it might become a pair of booties for little man. I started them but my brain has been mush all week so I will have to get moving on them soon. Love this yarn!!!!
And last but not least, oh my, how I love this!!!!
I love this so much and it’s been going back and forth to work with me. This is Mary’s lys and I think I may have to visit it some day, although the store she showed us today on her blog might be a must-see, too!
Thanks, Mary!!!
Today I took my mom to visit and see her great-grandchild for the first time.
Mayah was eating lunch and Uncle Tyler had to come visit. I will have to get some video of him talking to her, it is so sweet.
