Could today actually be a better day? It may be cloudy and yucky outside today, however, the sun if finally shining on me and my family, I feel like.
I'm tempted not to even discuss yesterday! Granted, it wasn't as bad as Wednesday, however, I sure felt worse. All was good until I got to the doctors office. I talked to mom first thing yesterday morning, and PawPaw had cat napped on and off Wednesday night. That was some improvement over the day before, at least. He was semi-coherent, and actually asked where Nana was. That was also a good thing. (Nana had went home to finally get some much needed sleep, which she did.) I then dropped the boys off, and headed to Hydro for my doc appointment.
I got on the scale and nearly fell over. Could it be? Did I actually gain 5 POUNDS in two weeks!?!?!?! OH MY!!!!! That is more than I gained in the two MONTHS prior. I may not look huge, but I certainly feel it now! Then a few minutes later, I find out that my blood pressure is still high, for me, anyway. Not tooo big of a shocker, considering the two weeks I've had, but still! So, I'm already bummed about these findings, and I am on my way to pick the boys back up, and my mom calls. Sure isn't a good sign, considering... Anyway, I guess right after she talked to me earlier, Dad called her, and PawPaw is having a bad time. He is in a TON of pain, and he is hysterical and all upset that people are out to hurt the family... including, Nana, Mom, Dad, and me. Nana finally had gotten there, and convinced him that she was alright, but when Mom got there, it started all over, because he was wanting her to go get me, because I was in danger. The doc was giving him Morphine for the pain, but it wasn't seeming to help.
They did finally get him calmed down, but his pain is still pretty bad. Whatever they have him on now seems to be somewhat working, but he still has leg spasms and his ankle where he busted it all up from Wednesday is giving him a lot of trouble. So, last night he got a little more sleep, finally! I don't know what they've given him, but it finally seems to be working and at least letting him rest.
So, today is a new day! PawPaw woke up this morning a little more alert and knowing what's going on. He is still confused at where he is - - he thinks he is in a military hospital at the city, and thinks they haven't done his surgery yet, but he knows the people around him, and he hasn't seen people that aren't there anymore. So, things are improving. But, he still has moments where he's out of it, and still a lot of ankle pain. The doc is thinking that all this was caused by a bad reaction to the anesthesia. And, that if he does get back to normal, that it will take a long time, and his recovery process will be very lengthy.
On top of PawPaw doing better, Adam will finally be headed home this evening. After a long week, and supposed to be home Tuesday night, he will be home tonight! :-) It sure has beena hard week with him gone!! I am beginning to relax a little, and just hoping that things can continue to be better!
Friday, February 26, 2010
Wednesday, February 24, 2010
Ugggh!
What a day it has been already! The boys were up at 6 this morning, and into stuff when I finally heard them in the kitchen. Zack had all my measuring cups on the floor playing with them. Well, it coulda been a lot worse. At least they were getting along, nothing was broken, and it was only a little mess.
I got them settled at the table with yesterdays leftover biscuits, and set to work. Got the kitchen cleaned then made the banana nut muffins that I've been hungry for. (Yes they are as good as I hoped.) Now breakfast is done for the next couple mornings. Next, I made M&M cookies, and they are very good too, if I do say so myself.
Well, I am finishing up the cookies, and the phone rings. Never a good thing at 8:30 am! Mom was calling to let me know that PawPaw didn't sleep again last night, and that his hallucinations are getting worse. Wasn't sure how much worse they could get, but they are. Apparently, last night he saw swarms of people all around the house writing on it. He called the Sheriff's Department, and one of the deputies came out, tried to assure him that no one was there. But, of course, PawPaw wasn't at all convinced. Then there was a woman in the house standing behind Nana, and he tried to hit the woman, and, of course, hit Nana. So, needless to say, neither of them got any sleep again last night. This is the third night that this has been going on, and each night is getting worse.
So, when the nurse got there before lunch, she advised that they call his doctors office and take him in to get checked out. Turns out his doc is on vaca this week, of course. So Nana and my cousin Tyler are taking him to the ER in Lawton to get checked out there. All this, we thought, was being caused by some pain meds that he was on. But, he quit taking them Saturday, and the pharmacist that I talked to, and his nurse both said that it should be out of his system by now, and that something else is going on. So the complications with PawPaw continue...
Now, if the boys will just take a nap, and we can get to play group so I can have a short break, maybe my blood pressure can return to normal!
I got them settled at the table with yesterdays leftover biscuits, and set to work. Got the kitchen cleaned then made the banana nut muffins that I've been hungry for. (Yes they are as good as I hoped.) Now breakfast is done for the next couple mornings. Next, I made M&M cookies, and they are very good too, if I do say so myself.
Well, I am finishing up the cookies, and the phone rings. Never a good thing at 8:30 am! Mom was calling to let me know that PawPaw didn't sleep again last night, and that his hallucinations are getting worse. Wasn't sure how much worse they could get, but they are. Apparently, last night he saw swarms of people all around the house writing on it. He called the Sheriff's Department, and one of the deputies came out, tried to assure him that no one was there. But, of course, PawPaw wasn't at all convinced. Then there was a woman in the house standing behind Nana, and he tried to hit the woman, and, of course, hit Nana. So, needless to say, neither of them got any sleep again last night. This is the third night that this has been going on, and each night is getting worse.
So, when the nurse got there before lunch, she advised that they call his doctors office and take him in to get checked out. Turns out his doc is on vaca this week, of course. So Nana and my cousin Tyler are taking him to the ER in Lawton to get checked out there. All this, we thought, was being caused by some pain meds that he was on. But, he quit taking them Saturday, and the pharmacist that I talked to, and his nurse both said that it should be out of his system by now, and that something else is going on. So the complications with PawPaw continue...
Now, if the boys will just take a nap, and we can get to play group so I can have a short break, maybe my blood pressure can return to normal!
Monday, February 22, 2010
Great Weekend
What a great weekend!
Friday, I summoned up the courage to go to the temple for the first time by myself. It was awesome! That is the most relaxed and calm I've been in a LONG time! After getting home from OKC, the boys took a nap, and then we got ready for my mom and dad to pick them up after supper. We had home-made pizza, the boys fav, and Meme and Papa wisked them away. It was so nice to have a break - - watch what I want on TV, eat what I want, and just relax. :-)
On Saturday, I had a relaxing morning, then got around and went south to have lunch at my Nana and PawPaw's house. PawPaw is doing much better, although he is chair bound and Nana won't let him up. It was kinda funny watching them fuss at each other about what he can do and can't do. LOL After lunch, we went to the nursing home, and had birthday cake with Great Granny for her 93rd birthday. She seemed to have a great time watching the kids run around, and ate all of her cake and raspberry sherbet. It was very good! We then went downtown in Frederick and checked out the craft booths for the annual Oyster Fry. Not a whole lot there, and all I came home with was a cheese dip mix and a headband for Beth. Oh, well. At least I didn't come home empty handed!
Sunday was ward conference, and it was awesome! We have some wonderful stake leaders, and the conference centered around the family, and our responsibilities for our family. It was soooo good! Adam made dinner last night, and so I had the night off even. What a great end for a great weekend!
Friday, I summoned up the courage to go to the temple for the first time by myself. It was awesome! That is the most relaxed and calm I've been in a LONG time! After getting home from OKC, the boys took a nap, and then we got ready for my mom and dad to pick them up after supper. We had home-made pizza, the boys fav, and Meme and Papa wisked them away. It was so nice to have a break - - watch what I want on TV, eat what I want, and just relax. :-)
On Saturday, I had a relaxing morning, then got around and went south to have lunch at my Nana and PawPaw's house. PawPaw is doing much better, although he is chair bound and Nana won't let him up. It was kinda funny watching them fuss at each other about what he can do and can't do. LOL After lunch, we went to the nursing home, and had birthday cake with Great Granny for her 93rd birthday. She seemed to have a great time watching the kids run around, and ate all of her cake and raspberry sherbet. It was very good! We then went downtown in Frederick and checked out the craft booths for the annual Oyster Fry. Not a whole lot there, and all I came home with was a cheese dip mix and a headband for Beth. Oh, well. At least I didn't come home empty handed!
Sunday was ward conference, and it was awesome! We have some wonderful stake leaders, and the conference centered around the family, and our responsibilities for our family. It was soooo good! Adam made dinner last night, and so I had the night off even. What a great end for a great weekend!
Thursday, February 18, 2010
This pregnancy
It hit me again today just how different this pregnancy has been compared to the boys. And I thought they were night and day... This has been a completely different world.
It amazes me how very low Beth is. It's like sometimes when she kicks, I don't know if it could be any lower. I wonder sometimes if I can see her foot! It's not like it's painful, just really weird. With the boys, they were positioned so much higher. When Nick kicked, it's like he was kicking my lungs. He could take my breath away. Zack liked to kick and make me nauseous. Beth sure has a mind of her own already!
With her positioned lower, I can also see more of my tummy. This isn't too big of a deal, except today I realized that my belly button has disappeared. There is no little indent anymore, just flat. Don't know if this was the case the first two times around, because I couldn't see it with how high the boys were, but it sure looks strange. And, I can see my stretch marks for the first time while being pregnant too... Not nearly as impressed with that fact. :(
Then there is the whole tightness thing. I realized yesterday that all the muscles tense up around my tummy and in my chest when I get stressed out or am frustrated at the boys. So, I've been trying extra hard to stay calm, and not let the boys get to me... Not an easy thing to do when I'm with them 24/7. All I keep thinking is - - just two more months!
It amazes me how very low Beth is. It's like sometimes when she kicks, I don't know if it could be any lower. I wonder sometimes if I can see her foot! It's not like it's painful, just really weird. With the boys, they were positioned so much higher. When Nick kicked, it's like he was kicking my lungs. He could take my breath away. Zack liked to kick and make me nauseous. Beth sure has a mind of her own already!
With her positioned lower, I can also see more of my tummy. This isn't too big of a deal, except today I realized that my belly button has disappeared. There is no little indent anymore, just flat. Don't know if this was the case the first two times around, because I couldn't see it with how high the boys were, but it sure looks strange. And, I can see my stretch marks for the first time while being pregnant too... Not nearly as impressed with that fact. :(
Then there is the whole tightness thing. I realized yesterday that all the muscles tense up around my tummy and in my chest when I get stressed out or am frustrated at the boys. So, I've been trying extra hard to stay calm, and not let the boys get to me... Not an easy thing to do when I'm with them 24/7. All I keep thinking is - - just two more months!
Wednesday, February 17, 2010
I knew it!
Well, I knew PawPaw shouldn't have went home already! Nana called mom last night, and they took PawPaw to the ER in Lawton, by ambulance. He was having really bad leg cramps. But, by the time they got there, they had nearly completely quit. So they checked him out and sent him home. The doc did say that he had good pulse in his foot, though, so that was good news. The doc also said that he need to stretch and move that leg more. That's probably why it is knotting up. Just not to overdo it! Needless to say - PawPaw, Nana, mom, and dad didn't get much sleep last night.
I am feeling better this morning, and getting around a little better as well. I do really good, as long as I'm not fussing at the boys. Now, if only they'd cooperate! I'm really looking forward to going to the temple on Friday. It will be nice to have a little down time, and to really relax. Looking forward to the peace.
I am feeling better this morning, and getting around a little better as well. I do really good, as long as I'm not fussing at the boys. Now, if only they'd cooperate! I'm really looking forward to going to the temple on Friday. It will be nice to have a little down time, and to really relax. Looking forward to the peace.
Monday, February 15, 2010
PawPaw headed home!
Well, ready or not PawPaw is headed home this afternoon. The doc gave him some meds to regulate his heart rate, and his blood pressure is back to normal. However, he has a new sore on his foot from dragging it while walking yesterday. Which, is a little aggravating, considering the whole point of the surgery was to get the sore on his toe better. :
Anyway, I'm a little worried about how he is going to do at home. He's not getting around very well, and it's scary to think that it's just going to be him and Nana there. But, I wasn't asked for my opinion. :)
I've had a very interesting couple of days. Adam was home, but only really here physically. It sure would be nice if he could get caught up on some sleep, and not be a zombie!
Nick was really cute yesterday, and told me at least a dozen times, "Happy Valentines Day, Mommy. Your the best mommy ever!" Made my heart melt! Kids sure can be sweet at times!!
I've been feeling very weird the last couple of days. The muscles all across my tummy are all tight, and it makes it very uncomfy to move or get anything done. It was all I could do to get through teaching my lesson in Relief Society yesterday. Certainly doesn't help with both the kids using me as a climbing post.
Zack is continuing to get up before the sun comes up. He is really quiet about it, though, and just goes to the living room, and turns the TV on. He knows how to work the remote and how to find his Disney channel. So, I'm not completely sure how early he's been getting up. I know it was before 6:30 this morning. Sure makes for a long day. All I can say is: Yea for nap time!
Anyway, I'm a little worried about how he is going to do at home. He's not getting around very well, and it's scary to think that it's just going to be him and Nana there. But, I wasn't asked for my opinion. :)
I've had a very interesting couple of days. Adam was home, but only really here physically. It sure would be nice if he could get caught up on some sleep, and not be a zombie!
Nick was really cute yesterday, and told me at least a dozen times, "Happy Valentines Day, Mommy. Your the best mommy ever!" Made my heart melt! Kids sure can be sweet at times!!
I've been feeling very weird the last couple of days. The muscles all across my tummy are all tight, and it makes it very uncomfy to move or get anything done. It was all I could do to get through teaching my lesson in Relief Society yesterday. Certainly doesn't help with both the kids using me as a climbing post.
Zack is continuing to get up before the sun comes up. He is really quiet about it, though, and just goes to the living room, and turns the TV on. He knows how to work the remote and how to find his Disney channel. So, I'm not completely sure how early he's been getting up. I know it was before 6:30 this morning. Sure makes for a long day. All I can say is: Yea for nap time!
Thursday, February 11, 2010
Glucose Test
I had a doctors appointment today. It was interesting... what I was worried about, the gestational diabetes glucose test, came back good. ("Yea! No more pokies!" says Nick.) However, my blood pressure was VERY high for me. About 30/10 higher than my normal. Hmmmm...
I am still measuring about a centimeter big. So, she may be our earliest baby yet. Both the boys were 3-3 1/2 weeks early, and they measure right on for measurements. So, only time will tell. Her heart rate is good, and she is moving up a storm, so all is well with her.
Mom just called, and PawPaw is still in ICU. His blood pressure and heart rate are low, and his blood sugar is not right. UGH!!! Talk about adding to my stress! He is making Nana's life miserable, though. He hasn't gotten to eat yet, and he is complaining because the hospital won't let him dip. Nana told him it'd be just a good time to quit anyway... Sounds all to familiar. We went through these exact same discussions last time he was in the hospital with his legs. All I can say, is he better be have!!! :D Yea, like that'll happen!
I am still measuring about a centimeter big. So, she may be our earliest baby yet. Both the boys were 3-3 1/2 weeks early, and they measure right on for measurements. So, only time will tell. Her heart rate is good, and she is moving up a storm, so all is well with her.
Mom just called, and PawPaw is still in ICU. His blood pressure and heart rate are low, and his blood sugar is not right. UGH!!! Talk about adding to my stress! He is making Nana's life miserable, though. He hasn't gotten to eat yet, and he is complaining because the hospital won't let him dip. Nana told him it'd be just a good time to quit anyway... Sounds all to familiar. We went through these exact same discussions last time he was in the hospital with his legs. All I can say, is he better be have!!! :D Yea, like that'll happen!
Wednesday, February 10, 2010
PawPaw Surgery
Well, today was interesting. PawPaw had surgery on his leg today, and it ran an hour long. Then, the family had to wait an hour in the conference room, waiting on the doc to get in there to let them know what happened. All was well, just took longer than planned, I guess. He's in ICU for the night, and will be moved to a regular room in the morning. Nana is staying with him, getting to sleep in a not-so-comfy chair. :(
I decided that it was a little much for me to go to the hospital with both the boys, and being 7 months pregnant. So, I am very glad all went well. Adam got home and we got to spend the day with him. Then, right as I was getting ready to start dinner, he got a call to go in to work. So, he missed the wonderful dinner I made, and will be gone until at least tomorrow night. But, since they are behind on this job, I'll be surprised if I see him before the weekend.
I decided that it was a little much for me to go to the hospital with both the boys, and being 7 months pregnant. So, I am very glad all went well. Adam got home and we got to spend the day with him. Then, right as I was getting ready to start dinner, he got a call to go in to work. So, he missed the wonderful dinner I made, and will be gone until at least tomorrow night. But, since they are behind on this job, I'll be surprised if I see him before the weekend.
Tuesday, February 9, 2010
Welcome from the Hansen family!
Well, if mom can have time to write a blog, so can I, right?! :) I guess it's time to join the 21st century. Adam has me hooked on facebook. Now starting this... not sure how I'll be able to keep up!
Today is just another day in the Hansen house. Not a whole lot going on. It's quiet... both the boys are taking a nap - and at the same time! Hoping that Adam makes it home tonight. Weather is better, so they should get to get off of the well site. Let's hope!!
Today is just another day in the Hansen house. Not a whole lot going on. It's quiet... both the boys are taking a nap - and at the same time! Hoping that Adam makes it home tonight. Weather is better, so they should get to get off of the well site. Let's hope!!
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