I am a pretty laid back mom and and usually* a pretty laid back person in general.
Walker is sick - again. Since beginning elementary school, he has consistantly had something - cold, fever, puking - normal kid stuff.
Saturday he woke up with fever. We gave him Tylenol and that was that. He has a pretty severe cold, poor dear is sneezing and blowing and blowing and blowing, and an on/off again cough.
During the night he was burning with fever. He woke up this morning without fever. I just gave him cold meds and Tylenol (just in case) and will keep him home from school.
HERE IS THE QUESTION: Would you take your kid to the doc with these symptoms?
I think he just has a rotton cold. His dad thinks he should see a doctor. I don't think he needs to see a doc. What do you think?
*I have my moments
Thursday, February 28, 2008
Tuesday, February 26, 2008
JROTC
Reese's ROTC unit just had its formal inspection. His unit is made up of two high schools (grades 9 and 10) and one senior high school (grades 11 and 12)
At this Off-Year Triennial Formal Inspection, his unit retained the select designation as an "Honor Unit With Distinction," and for next year again, their leader will have nomination authority to the military academies. This unit is in the top 10% of the Nation's Army JROTC Programs. There are currently 1565 Army JROTC Programs in the nation, totaling 287,000 cadets.
To maintain this recognition, below is a brief outline of what must be perfected to receive and retain the Gold Star.
INSPECTION AREA MAXIMUM POINTS POINTS
AWARDED
Cadet Staff Briefing 100 / 98
Curriculum Knowledge 100 / 100
In Ranks Inspection 100 / 96
Cadet Attendance/Participation 50 / 49
Supply & Logistics 40 / 40
Records and Administration 40 / 37
Training Management 40 / 40
Public Affairs 40 / 40
Drill and Ceremony 50 / 49
Color Guard 40 / 36
TOTAL 600 / 585
This Battalion scored 97.5% to retain the Gold Star, "Honor Unit With Distinction."
SCHOOL PROGRAM INSPECTION
Overall Rating MAXIMUM POINTS
POINTS AWARDED
Distinguished School Support 1950 - 2000
2000
The School also scored 100% on it's JROTC Support Inspection.
Thursday, February 21, 2008
Little Boys
Walker asked today "can you show me how to make that squeeking noise under my arm?". I had blocked that from my memory.
Walker's school had "friendship parties" last week. Calling it a Valentines Day celebration is too religious! The kids played bingo, decorated cookies and gave the principal a "heart attack" by coloring hearts and taping them to her door.
Monday, February 18, 2008
8, 7 C
Walker has been hearing advertisements for a program he would like to watch. The show comes on at 8:00 / 7c.
"Is it 8 7c yet?"
"Is it 8 7c yet?"
Wednesday, February 13, 2008
Monday, February 11, 2008
No School Today
Today is a teacher workshop day, so no school today. Got to keep the kids busy!
Bryce decided to spend the day with us and then we planned to hook up with our friends Bernie and Patrick.
Our first stop was to our Asperger Group meeting place to set up for a meeting. Easter Seals is speaking to us Wednesday to tell us about the services they offer so we wanted to be set up.
After setting up, we headed to Cici's pizza for lunch. The kids ate pizza and played some games. I stuck to my diet and had salad only. No pizza, no delicous cinnamon rolls and no brownies. Did not miss a thing.
Next stop was the rec center for swimming. The water was just right and everyone had fun. I am pooped! Back to school tomorrow!
Bryce decided to spend the day with us and then we planned to hook up with our friends Bernie and Patrick.
Our first stop was to our Asperger Group meeting place to set up for a meeting. Easter Seals is speaking to us Wednesday to tell us about the services they offer so we wanted to be set up.
After setting up, we headed to Cici's pizza for lunch. The kids ate pizza and played some games. I stuck to my diet and had salad only. No pizza, no delicous cinnamon rolls and no brownies. Did not miss a thing.
Next stop was the rec center for swimming. The water was just right and everyone had fun. I am pooped! Back to school tomorrow!
Sunday, February 10, 2008
I am a short order cook
I told Don that if I go back it work it will be as a short order cook. Tonight's dinner was:
Talapia
..dredged in egg and flour/corn starch then sauted in olive oil for Don and Reese
..baked in a foil packet with lemon for moi
Baked Sweet Potato
..for me
Brussel Spprouts cut into ribbons and sauted in a touch of olive oil with a splash of balsamic topped with almonds
.. for everyone but Walker
Pasta in olive oil and butter
..for the guys
Open window (eggs fried in toast)
...for Walker
Pancakes...for Waker
Cinnamin cake
..for everyone BUT moi
My potato would not/did not cook, so in the trash it went. My fish was in the oven with the cake, so was cooking painfully slow and not ready until after the kitchen was clean. I ate most the brussel sprouts and one of DS' eggs which he decided he did not really want. By time I got my fish out of the oven - it was over cooked (my fault for leaving it in that long).
Such a lot of work for a crummy dinner for me
Talapia
..dredged in egg and flour/corn starch then sauted in olive oil for Don and Reese
..baked in a foil packet with lemon for moi
Baked Sweet Potato
..for me
Brussel Spprouts cut into ribbons and sauted in a touch of olive oil with a splash of balsamic topped with almonds
.. for everyone but Walker
Pasta in olive oil and butter
..for the guys
Open window (eggs fried in toast)
...for Walker
Pancakes...for Waker
Cinnamin cake
..for everyone BUT moi
My potato would not/did not cook, so in the trash it went. My fish was in the oven with the cake, so was cooking painfully slow and not ready until after the kitchen was clean. I ate most the brussel sprouts and one of DS' eggs which he decided he did not really want. By time I got my fish out of the oven - it was over cooked (my fault for leaving it in that long).
Such a lot of work for a crummy dinner for me
Friday, February 8, 2008
I succomed
Let's review:
Don
head cold and stomach flu
Reese
cold that will not go away
Walker
head cold and stomach flu
My nose started running on Thursday. Just like that. On Friday the nausia set in. I actually slept a little Friday morning. By late afternoon most all symptoms were gone.
I must be doing something right
Don
head cold and stomach flu
Reese
cold that will not go away
Walker
head cold and stomach flu
My nose started running on Thursday. Just like that. On Friday the nausia set in. I actually slept a little Friday morning. By late afternoon most all symptoms were gone.
I must be doing something right
Sunday, February 3, 2008
High School
Reese was absent from school on Monday and Tuesday. When he returned on Wednesday he learned he was nominated and placed on the ballot for the Valentine's Day Prince. I suspect he was placed on the ballot as a joke and I was concerned that this could turn into an embarrassing situation or something that he would not know how to handle.
After talking to the event sponsor and the principal, I felt that it would be okay for Reese to attend the dance. We told him he had to go with a friend as that is what “normal” kids do – go with a date or a group. His cousin Mason readily agreed to go.
Don and I dropped the boys off at the dance and headed out for a quick bite of sushi and sake. We returned for the announcement of “royalty”.
My, oh my, it’s a long time since I have been to a school dance. Don was completely uncomfortable in the dark, decorated cafatorium. First, we had no idea that the dance was formal! The boys were there in jeans among the majority in suits and formal wear.
The girls ranged from floor-length gowns to hoochie-mama cocktail dresses and stiletto shoes. Lots of girls and guys in groups along with groping couples.
We waited a short time before the royalty was announced. The nominees were brought to the stage and the winners were announced. Reese was not crowned the prince – but hey, it is an honor to be nominated.
Mason had a fantastic time, connecting with girl he has not seen since junior high. Reese said he was not really interested in attending another dance, but would go again if nominated for something.
Such a learning experience for us all!
After talking to the event sponsor and the principal, I felt that it would be okay for Reese to attend the dance. We told him he had to go with a friend as that is what “normal” kids do – go with a date or a group. His cousin Mason readily agreed to go.
Don and I dropped the boys off at the dance and headed out for a quick bite of sushi and sake. We returned for the announcement of “royalty”.
My, oh my, it’s a long time since I have been to a school dance. Don was completely uncomfortable in the dark, decorated cafatorium. First, we had no idea that the dance was formal! The boys were there in jeans among the majority in suits and formal wear.
The girls ranged from floor-length gowns to hoochie-mama cocktail dresses and stiletto shoes. Lots of girls and guys in groups along with groping couples.
We waited a short time before the royalty was announced. The nominees were brought to the stage and the winners were announced. Reese was not crowned the prince – but hey, it is an honor to be nominated.
Mason had a fantastic time, connecting with girl he has not seen since junior high. Reese said he was not really interested in attending another dance, but would go again if nominated for something.
Such a learning experience for us all!
Saturday, February 2, 2008
Week in Review
Sunday: Reese has a terrible head-cold and cough, so he stays home from Sunday School. He NEVER misses Sunday School
MONDAY: Reese is still sick and stays home from school. Don comes home from work early with same symptoms. I make it to the gym and pick up Walker from school
Evening PTA meeting. New plan our president is trying out to generate PTA interest. Boys must fend for themselves
TUESDAY: Reese decides to stay home one more day. Don stays home as well - to work on personal business and he still has cold symptoms.
WEDNESDAY: Reese returns to school, still coughing and blowing his nose. Learns he not only was nominated for "Valentine's Day Prince" but he also got enough votes to be a finalist. Winner is announced at Saturday night dance which he had not planned on attending.
Kids have dental appointment and both are picked up from school early and I miss my gym date. Walker has not 1, not 2, not 3 but 4 CAVITIES. What?!
Reese and I go to our Echidnas meeting. Our new location is fabulous. We had a visiting family - a girl!, who had a great time. Hope she will come back and join our group.
Miss attending a meeting with Don same time as Echidnas. Walker goes to Grandma's house
THURSDAY. Everyone is back at school. I actually got some Ebay work completed and went to the grocery store.
At PTA Board meeting, I volunteered too much. Note to self: no talking at meetings. Fundraiser coming up and I said I would help. Get email that I am now co-chair. WTF???!!! Other co-chair not responding to my emails.
FRIDAY: Walker woke up at 5 am puking, poor guy. No gym for me today. He started to feel better in the evening. Hopefully, that is it and he will be better.
Reese is invited to the movies with friends.
SATURDAY: Too early to tell. Heading to the gym at 10 am - hope it happens! Valentines dance is tonight. 8 pm, court announced at 9. Babysitter is scheduled as long as Walker is well. Keep your fingers crossed!
MONDAY: Reese is still sick and stays home from school. Don comes home from work early with same symptoms. I make it to the gym and pick up Walker from school
Evening PTA meeting. New plan our president is trying out to generate PTA interest. Boys must fend for themselves
TUESDAY: Reese decides to stay home one more day. Don stays home as well - to work on personal business and he still has cold symptoms.
WEDNESDAY: Reese returns to school, still coughing and blowing his nose. Learns he not only was nominated for "Valentine's Day Prince" but he also got enough votes to be a finalist. Winner is announced at Saturday night dance which he had not planned on attending.
Kids have dental appointment and both are picked up from school early and I miss my gym date. Walker has not 1, not 2, not 3 but 4 CAVITIES. What?!
Reese and I go to our Echidnas meeting. Our new location is fabulous. We had a visiting family - a girl!, who had a great time. Hope she will come back and join our group.
Miss attending a meeting with Don same time as Echidnas. Walker goes to Grandma's house
THURSDAY. Everyone is back at school. I actually got some Ebay work completed and went to the grocery store.
At PTA Board meeting, I volunteered too much. Note to self: no talking at meetings. Fundraiser coming up and I said I would help. Get email that I am now co-chair. WTF???!!! Other co-chair not responding to my emails.
FRIDAY: Walker woke up at 5 am puking, poor guy. No gym for me today. He started to feel better in the evening. Hopefully, that is it and he will be better.
Reese is invited to the movies with friends.
SATURDAY: Too early to tell. Heading to the gym at 10 am - hope it happens! Valentines dance is tonight. 8 pm, court announced at 9. Babysitter is scheduled as long as Walker is well. Keep your fingers crossed!
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