No Wal-Mart open? No restaurants open, not even McDonald's? No grocery stores open? No electricity? No hot water? It MUST be the end of the world... no just the worst ice storm in decades. WOW, what a bad few days we have had and what a clean-up we all will endure for the weeks to come. It all started Monday night with sleet and then ALL day Tuesday with ice, ice, and more ice followed by a couple of inches of snow on Wednesday. Over 2 inches of ice accumulated with a Category 5 ice storm declared. Every tree in town is weighted down in ice, and the landscape looks totally different. I was dumbstruck on the way to work this morning; the analogy of a war zone really doesn't do it justice. Major roads are down to 1 lane because of debris and all warn of falling ice as it can be a deadly weapon. We have been without power a total of 4 times, the longest a 14-hour stretch starting in the middle of the night Tuesday when the low was 9 degrees. It was miserable, but we made it through and all in all have been luckier than most. None of my co-workers have power or hot water. The good thing about working in a nursing home... generators and wonderful patients to come back to. They were all so worried about me (and the babies). We are fine and glad to have a warm house today. You think 2 days off work would be much-needed, but when you can't do laundry, wash dishes, cook a hot meal, take a bath, watch soaps, etc. the fun quickly dies. Mom is staying with us...her power may not be on until next week. Who would have thought ice could be so destructive? I didn't venture out to take any pictures but hope to post some soon of our poor neighborhood park. Meanwhile, I posted a pic of a warm Whiskey who always finds a comfortable nest...this one from when I was changing the bed sheets last week. On cold winter nights (without heat), he sure did come in handy. It's funny how he knows I am pregnant. He lays right on my belly (has never done this before but started doing it about 2 weeks into the pregnancy) and I tell him he is a good big brother keeping his babies warm. Speaking of which, I THINK I felt movement...little flutters today like butterflies in my abdomen. Not sure because of the lovely GI issues pregnancy can bring...but maybe. My doctor told me last week I would begin feeling it very soon, especially from Baby B who is VERY active. I have gained a little more weight and people are finally noticing I am expecting. I can only wear my scrubs and pjs--jeans and pants are now officially too tight. I guess I will break down and buy some stretchy jeans soon...if the stores ever re-open.
Thursday, January 29, 2009
Is It The End Of The World??
No Wal-Mart open? No restaurants open, not even McDonald's? No grocery stores open? No electricity? No hot water? It MUST be the end of the world... no just the worst ice storm in decades. WOW, what a bad few days we have had and what a clean-up we all will endure for the weeks to come. It all started Monday night with sleet and then ALL day Tuesday with ice, ice, and more ice followed by a couple of inches of snow on Wednesday. Over 2 inches of ice accumulated with a Category 5 ice storm declared. Every tree in town is weighted down in ice, and the landscape looks totally different. I was dumbstruck on the way to work this morning; the analogy of a war zone really doesn't do it justice. Major roads are down to 1 lane because of debris and all warn of falling ice as it can be a deadly weapon. We have been without power a total of 4 times, the longest a 14-hour stretch starting in the middle of the night Tuesday when the low was 9 degrees. It was miserable, but we made it through and all in all have been luckier than most. None of my co-workers have power or hot water. The good thing about working in a nursing home... generators and wonderful patients to come back to. They were all so worried about me (and the babies). We are fine and glad to have a warm house today. You think 2 days off work would be much-needed, but when you can't do laundry, wash dishes, cook a hot meal, take a bath, watch soaps, etc. the fun quickly dies. Mom is staying with us...her power may not be on until next week. Who would have thought ice could be so destructive? I didn't venture out to take any pictures but hope to post some soon of our poor neighborhood park. Meanwhile, I posted a pic of a warm Whiskey who always finds a comfortable nest...this one from when I was changing the bed sheets last week. On cold winter nights (without heat), he sure did come in handy. It's funny how he knows I am pregnant. He lays right on my belly (has never done this before but started doing it about 2 weeks into the pregnancy) and I tell him he is a good big brother keeping his babies warm. Speaking of which, I THINK I felt movement...little flutters today like butterflies in my abdomen. Not sure because of the lovely GI issues pregnancy can bring...but maybe. My doctor told me last week I would begin feeling it very soon, especially from Baby B who is VERY active. I have gained a little more weight and people are finally noticing I am expecting. I can only wear my scrubs and pjs--jeans and pants are now officially too tight. I guess I will break down and buy some stretchy jeans soon...if the stores ever re-open.
Wednesday, January 14, 2009
Celebrations
December was a month of celebrations. I couldn't post this adorable picture until we officially announced my pregnancy. Patrick's 29th birthday was December 14th and I couldn't resist the message on the cake. And NO the blue and greens don't indicate anything, other than his favorite 2 colors! I would have put some pinks and purples, but after all it was his birthday. Other than celebrating a birthday, Christmas, and our good news I also found out I had been voted by the nursing home residents as Employee of the Month! It only took 4 1/2 years! It's a long story but basically one of the residents didn't think therapy employees should be eligible for Employee of the Month because we technically work for a different company, even though we have the same benefits, hours, etc. as the other employees but for tax purposes the company that owns the nursing home formed another company that runs the therapy. Anyway, this lady has been holding out forever that we shouldn't be eligible. Another resident made a motion in the November 30th meeting that therapists should be eligible, and the motion passed. I then was voted as Employee of the Month! My picture (in which I look green in thanks to morning sickness) is now hanging by the front door, and I received a $50 gift card to Target!
Everything else has been fine. I go back to the doctor Tuesday for my monthly checkup. I am feeling better but still gagging at random times! Lovely I know. I am starting to get a little bump. I have to say I love being pregnant. People treat you like royalty! People at work who have never paid any attention to me are carrying things for me, opening doors, etc. Even my husband who is always sweet is now EXTRA sweet. I can really use this to my advantage! Honey, I don't feel like doing the dishes, etc. etc. I'm pregnant...can you do it?? I kind of like this! Guess I better enjoy it while I can...
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