10.07.2012
10.06.2012
Blessings
Just so you all know, I am super blessed. I know everyone has heavy things they are dealing with right now. I just happen to have doctor visits and medical stuff in my load. But we also get great opportunities too. Like when my super great mom and sisters pay for me to have my hair cut. YEP. And Avery needed red blood cells so her dad had to take her (giggle).
I have been OBSESSING over this pic for months....MONTHS I tell you. So my great family finally helped me to make it happen. And Avery and her dad got to hang out for HOURS. YAY.
And thank you to Dynay for making Avery a hat.
Thank you to all who have contributed time, money and prayers on our behalf. All is greatly appreciated.
Have a great weekend!
And thank you to Dynay for making Avery a hat.
Thank you to all who have contributed time, money and prayers on our behalf. All is greatly appreciated.
Have a great weekend!
10.04.2012
Sorry
Sorry it has been a few day since I posted. And it's going to be a few more til you get a decent post. My wifi is kapoot. In the mean time, Avery has been home all week. Her ANC, aka white blood count, is really low. So she can't go to school or get her next chemo. We go back on Friday. If her red cells, which were also low, are still low, they may transfuse. It's been a super rough week for her. And I haven't been able to get out much. So we are both a bit on edge.
Hopefully wifi will be back next week and Avery will be at school. I need to get some things done!
Hopefully wifi will be back next week and Avery will be at school. I need to get some things done!
10.01.2012
No Success
By Stephanie
I am trying to remember as we go through out this journey with Avery, that she does have other siblings that need attention.
We had the honor of being one of the cancer kids invited to an event for the Padres Contra El Cancer. Obviously a Hispanic foundation. Most of the guests and celebs where Hispanic, but not all. Avery and Nathan got to walk the red carpet with George Lopez, Eva Longoria, Kerri Walsh, Halston Sage (she’s on Nickelodeon), and Avery’s favorite, Cassie Scerbo (who is on the ABC family Make it or Break it). Avery and Cassie share the same birthday. It was an exciting night. The entertainment was amazing. I loved the food. Avery did not (surprise) . They raised lots of money for a great foundation.
I know the pics are super crappy. I am getting better ones.
But all that being said, it was a great contrast to go to church the next day. And see all the families dressed in regular clothes. No flashing camera. No heavy makeup. Just families there to worship together.
The phrase “No success can compensate for failure in the home,” keeps ringing in my head. I need to focus more on our family and not worry about the other things. That alone is monumental. But I need to keep plugging away. I know I fall short on so many levels (almost all levels). But I need to keep trying and improving. Isn’t that what we are here on this earth to do? To learn and grow. Make mistakes, learn again, grow some more.
9.27.2012
Busy, busy, busy
By Stephanie
When ever I hear someone say, “I am so busy,” not always, but occasionally I would like to punch them. Sorry, I realize this is super Un-Christlike. I have repented. I don’t even have time to post my week. Just know it is CRAZY busy. I have no idea when I am going to get groceries and we have been out of bread and milk for two days.
Avery had more chemo last night. She had lost 4 lbs in a week, (wish that were me. But if it means stop eating and drinking, I don’t have the will power for that!) And got an NG tube. And threw up. It’s been awesome. But there are things to look forward to. We have been invited to Gala….this Saturday. I am panicking just a bit. Okay, a lot. No time to shop either. Or make a dress. It will all work out….somehow.
When ever I hear someone say, “I am so busy,” not always, but occasionally I would like to
Avery had more chemo last night. She had lost 4 lbs in a week, (wish that were me. But if it means stop eating and drinking, I don’t have the will power for that!) And got an NG tube. And threw up. It’s been awesome. But there are things to look forward to. We have been invited to Gala….this Saturday. I am panicking just a bit. Okay, a lot. No time to shop either. Or make a dress. It will all work out….somehow.
9.25.2012
A Little Sparkle
By Stephanie
When Amy was here we went to a store and I found the most amazing necklace. It’s sparkly. Super sparkly. And it had iridescent colors of blues to browns. As I was deciding whether to purchase the necklace, I asked Amy why I like shiny things so much. She said because I have more of Hallie in me than I like to admit. True. And just trying taking Hallie to the jewelry section of any store. You will never get out!
So I had to have a place to display my new find. I whipped out the can of green spray paint, the knobs from the last jewelry holder (it wasn’t big enough). And Voila!
I realized I need more earrings!! And that great new necklace is the one on the right. Isn’t it fantastic??
9.24.2012
Black Tie Dress Ideas
Chris is on the Make-A-Wish board here. We are super excited to help facilitate wishes for other families. But there are some pretty formal events. I was getting ideas for dresses that are age appropriate while not looking matronly. What do you think??
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