Andrew and Peter ran the Bill Gatton 5K this morning in Bristol. Dwayne decided to run at the last minute and got fifth overall and first in the Masters (40 and over!).
Peter was in the lead, but when they came down State Street for the finish, it was Andrew way ahead - running one of his best times. Peter was cruising in behind another man (I think he could have caught). It was exciting, and then there was Dwayne - in 5th!!!! Great day for the family!
We took the boys to IHOP to celebrate after the race, and Peter got a terrible headache. He went to lie down in the car, and Pete came back in. I went out to check on him and found him on the ground between the car and the grass, and he had gotten sick. We barely got him home. He had taken some ibuprofen, but he was totally miserable. I called our Peds Office, and they got him in. So we got home, and then I took him. He was very dehydrated. We gave him almost 30 oz of Gatorade, and then we came home. He is sleeping still. But his head was feeling better and better. His resting heart rate was 50, but it went to 80 when he sat up and to 90 when he stood. We barely missed an IV, and we are thankful for that! We did not want another trip to the ER either - bad memories for me and difficult people sometimes!
So Peter is sleeping, Andrew is resting, Will is with a friend, and Sam is....I guess I had better find out. I think he is following Daddy who is painting interior windows. They look so pretty and make the house look like a dollhouse. It is funny how much I get used to unfinished windows - having moved so much. Pete is a talented painter, so he can knock them out; but they are so tedious!
Looking forward to a peaceful afternoon!
Saturday, May 29, 2010
Tuesday, May 25, 2010
EOG's are almost over!
Day Two of EOG's is over, and only one more day to go! I think we will go to Chick-fil-A in the morning to get Will ready. He has had eggs, bacon, toast, and OJ to get ready each morning; and besides the OJ, it was a great breakfast for Sam to share - more protein, less carbs! Will is not much of a studier, but he has worked hard to get ready for the past week and this past weekend. Our wonderful neighbor also helped with his math review, and his teachers gave me some great books.
Next week is EOC's for Andrew and Peter! They have already been studying, and I am proud of them for getting an early start. I will be glad when the pressure is OFF! School is out next Friday, and we are sad to end the year with some teachers; but we are looking forward to summer! Working a different schedule will give us so much more time together and hopefully help me get back on track!
We are looking forward to the beach later in June, and we are planning something big for the boys later in the year. Andrew is going to be 17 in December! We have always wanted to go on a big vacation, but a medical crisis or too many medical bills seem to prevent it! Pete just decided this is the year, and we are so excited to plan to spend special time together. He wants to fly, and I have already chosen the two children who will sit with me. But I think one of the others has chosen me as his partner. I am sure they will all do fine.
Pete is painting the windows and putting them together. They look great! He is making our house look like a dollhouse. He also did a lot of landscaping in a little bit of time out front. I have some trees to plant along the back property line that Russell sold to me very cheap at Boulder Look Stone Company on Lee Highway. Check it out if you are in Bristol!!!!
Please continue to pray for my boys. We have so much going on - more than what I share. Right now I am most concerned about Andrew's growth because of some information I got in the mail. But, as Carla reminded me, God made Andrew. He knows what He is doing. And Carla and Paula both reminded me of where He has guided us. I don't doubt God. I doubt my ability to listen and do what He says.
Sam has his endocrinologist appointment next week. I am so hoping his A1C number is so much better! But he is up and down and all around. It is sooo hard to keep him on track no matter what I do. I deal with two different insulins AND his food AND his exercise, etc. It is so hard, and I feel like such a failure at it some days. I mean, this has to be one of the hardest things I have ever felt the need to conquer, and that may not be possible - especially at this age.
But seizures are worse, I think, because they are so unpredictable and mess up so many parts of Andrew's life. And I am not sure why I compare the two. It's hard.
Thanks for reading!
Next week is EOC's for Andrew and Peter! They have already been studying, and I am proud of them for getting an early start. I will be glad when the pressure is OFF! School is out next Friday, and we are sad to end the year with some teachers; but we are looking forward to summer! Working a different schedule will give us so much more time together and hopefully help me get back on track!
We are looking forward to the beach later in June, and we are planning something big for the boys later in the year. Andrew is going to be 17 in December! We have always wanted to go on a big vacation, but a medical crisis or too many medical bills seem to prevent it! Pete just decided this is the year, and we are so excited to plan to spend special time together. He wants to fly, and I have already chosen the two children who will sit with me. But I think one of the others has chosen me as his partner. I am sure they will all do fine.
Pete is painting the windows and putting them together. They look great! He is making our house look like a dollhouse. He also did a lot of landscaping in a little bit of time out front. I have some trees to plant along the back property line that Russell sold to me very cheap at Boulder Look Stone Company on Lee Highway. Check it out if you are in Bristol!!!!
Please continue to pray for my boys. We have so much going on - more than what I share. Right now I am most concerned about Andrew's growth because of some information I got in the mail. But, as Carla reminded me, God made Andrew. He knows what He is doing. And Carla and Paula both reminded me of where He has guided us. I don't doubt God. I doubt my ability to listen and do what He says.
Sam has his endocrinologist appointment next week. I am so hoping his A1C number is so much better! But he is up and down and all around. It is sooo hard to keep him on track no matter what I do. I deal with two different insulins AND his food AND his exercise, etc. It is so hard, and I feel like such a failure at it some days. I mean, this has to be one of the hardest things I have ever felt the need to conquer, and that may not be possible - especially at this age.
But seizures are worse, I think, because they are so unpredictable and mess up so many parts of Andrew's life. And I am not sure why I compare the two. It's hard.
Thanks for reading!
Wednesday, May 19, 2010
Wednesday, May 19th
Well, today we finished getting everyone's haircut! That is quite an accomplishment - so glad when it's done. I know Kim (who cuts everyone's hair but Pete) must feel quite good about being done for a little while too!
Sam, Will, and I went to Waffle Cone Wednesday and got a treat before we went. Don't tell Peter and Andrew! They were still in school at the time anyway!
Well, we are down to owning one house. And that feels good. We feel the need to simplify, and we were glad that our great renters were able to buy the house. It's done, and we are doing something BIG to celebrate later this year. Not celebrate the sale of the house but to celebrate how God has pulled our family through some tough times. We are so thankful He hears us and takes care of us and helps us - even when we are not at our best!
Peter was 11th at regionals with a 10:30 or so. Not a bad time at all, but not a good time for him. He was a little disappointed in his mile halfway through and did not give it his ALL the rest of the way. Andrew watched and was a little disappointed that some boys did not show up to run and some did not finish the race. One of those tough lessons - why couldn't I run? But he had won the Hardin Park road race earlier in the day with a time in the 17's, so he'd had a good morning. Will was third with a 20:30. We were proud of him too!
Next week is EOG's for Will and the next starts EOC's for Andrew and Peter. They are studying and preparing, and we pray all goes well. It's too stressful, but we are glad to have gotten an early start. We are looking forward to the last day of school!
Sam goes back to the doctor on June 1. We will see about his numbers then. We pray they are much better! He has had a mother following him around checking him and giving him shots - as well as a daddy and brothers! Overall, his numbers are lower, but I hope they are low enough. We don't want them too low!
I am very disappointed in our insurance which makes getting his test strips almost impossible (literally) some days. I have been in touch with our representative Cullie Tarleton several times, and I am very impressed with his quick communication. I am not impressed with the guy from the State Health Plan and will show his email to my pharmacists to make them aware of the "passing the buck" that goes on. I am also disappointed that they are slowly paying some of Sam's doctor bills - making me feel he is being punished for having diabetes. I am sure none of them have to deal with this - or they would think twice about making it even more difficult! But yesterday I was reminded to hand it over to God - hand it over and wait for His guidance. And I am sure He wants action on behalf of so many others this affects.
Andrew is doing well. He has only had one small seizure since he had the flu in February. He still does not look his best (and I mean when he looks healthy), but he is plugging right along; and we are thankful for his attitude and determination. I have not heard from his wrist xray about his bone age yet. I hope Dr. Parker can use those two xrays so he does not need another.
I am so thankful for my friends and family who support me (us). I am so thankful for God's Word and what He has shown me - especially lately. And I am so thankful for God's love and the assurance He is with me (us) every minute.
We are looking forward to a great summer! My new job means LOTS more time with the boys this summer! I am so excited about that. My job can be left at the office, and I work with some of the very best people! I am so thankful and look so forward to time with my boys. I feel like the time I have missed the last three summers was doing and being where God wanted me, but I am so happy He moved me! And I know He did.
Happy Wednesday!
Sam, Will, and I went to Waffle Cone Wednesday and got a treat before we went. Don't tell Peter and Andrew! They were still in school at the time anyway!
Well, we are down to owning one house. And that feels good. We feel the need to simplify, and we were glad that our great renters were able to buy the house. It's done, and we are doing something BIG to celebrate later this year. Not celebrate the sale of the house but to celebrate how God has pulled our family through some tough times. We are so thankful He hears us and takes care of us and helps us - even when we are not at our best!
Peter was 11th at regionals with a 10:30 or so. Not a bad time at all, but not a good time for him. He was a little disappointed in his mile halfway through and did not give it his ALL the rest of the way. Andrew watched and was a little disappointed that some boys did not show up to run and some did not finish the race. One of those tough lessons - why couldn't I run? But he had won the Hardin Park road race earlier in the day with a time in the 17's, so he'd had a good morning. Will was third with a 20:30. We were proud of him too!
Next week is EOG's for Will and the next starts EOC's for Andrew and Peter. They are studying and preparing, and we pray all goes well. It's too stressful, but we are glad to have gotten an early start. We are looking forward to the last day of school!
Sam goes back to the doctor on June 1. We will see about his numbers then. We pray they are much better! He has had a mother following him around checking him and giving him shots - as well as a daddy and brothers! Overall, his numbers are lower, but I hope they are low enough. We don't want them too low!
I am very disappointed in our insurance which makes getting his test strips almost impossible (literally) some days. I have been in touch with our representative Cullie Tarleton several times, and I am very impressed with his quick communication. I am not impressed with the guy from the State Health Plan and will show his email to my pharmacists to make them aware of the "passing the buck" that goes on. I am also disappointed that they are slowly paying some of Sam's doctor bills - making me feel he is being punished for having diabetes. I am sure none of them have to deal with this - or they would think twice about making it even more difficult! But yesterday I was reminded to hand it over to God - hand it over and wait for His guidance. And I am sure He wants action on behalf of so many others this affects.
Andrew is doing well. He has only had one small seizure since he had the flu in February. He still does not look his best (and I mean when he looks healthy), but he is plugging right along; and we are thankful for his attitude and determination. I have not heard from his wrist xray about his bone age yet. I hope Dr. Parker can use those two xrays so he does not need another.
I am so thankful for my friends and family who support me (us). I am so thankful for God's Word and what He has shown me - especially lately. And I am so thankful for God's love and the assurance He is with me (us) every minute.
We are looking forward to a great summer! My new job means LOTS more time with the boys this summer! I am so excited about that. My job can be left at the office, and I work with some of the very best people! I am so thankful and look so forward to time with my boys. I feel like the time I have missed the last three summers was doing and being where God wanted me, but I am so happy He moved me! And I know He did.
Happy Wednesday!
Tuesday, May 11, 2010
Is it Friday yet????
It's terrible to wake up and wish the week away! While I feel like I am still being "pounded" with things - some serious, some not (but ALL seem to count), I feel God pulling me through each day and trying (very hard) to show me how to live in the midst of turmoil. I mean, I pass the hospital every day and am thankful I don't have to turn in! That should set the day on a good tone! But I think I have just been worn out for a long long time - I really think it started last year with my old job. If I can get the boys' school year to end on a positive note, then I can have an easier schedule this summer while spending tons more time with them. That time has become precious.
Peter made it to Regionals in the 3200. Andrew missed it by about six seconds - not much. But he is glad it was six and not two. He is ready for what comes next - this summer. And he loves cross country in the fall. We will cheer Peter on and see if he can pull an "Aunt Whitney." She was ranked 32nd (I think) in the nation and still made it to nationals at Duke after the scratches. She was 16th (I think) on the line and came in THIRD (in the nation!!!!!). She ran her best time of course, and I was soooooo proud of her. I was to drive her home. We got past Wilkesboro, and I had to pull over and let her drive. All of the excitement exhausted me - literally. I am sure she was a little tired too, but she was so excited still!
Sam is holding his own. He is doing better with his numbers. He said the other day, "Coke. Yuck." He did not drink a lot of Coke before diabetes, but he would sip out of someone's cup. He said the same thing about gum. I am so thankful for that!
Andrew is getting a new dose of Synthroid - his thyroid medicine. And hopefully it will help his growth. He is doing well. He always has a great attitude and is a great help.
Will is 150% boy. I am trying to get him through the end of the school year and will be so glad when it is over. So many things have slipped by me, and I am so upset with myself. He deserves my attention and has needed it - more than I realized. School is not his number one priority, but it is important. And I want to encourage the things he is good at so he can use them productively later. He has so many talents.
Pete is gearing up for his big yard sale on Thursday. They are literally selling all of the furnishings of Mountaineer Apartments. I think it was the State's idea. He will be glad when it is over, and the stuff is gone!
We close on the little blue house tomorrow. I am ready for things to be simpler, and this is a good way to start. We are glad the people who are buying it will live there. They have since we moved into the house we built. I don't want to live near my new house ever again, so it is for the best. I hope it is a wonderful place for them to raise their boys. It has a wonderful yard and a creek. What more could you need?
Better sign off and read some books with my little blond headed, blue eyed person. He is really into his letters and sounds right now, and he is doing great. He still loves Scooby Doo and never watches some of those shows I cannot stand! There is a good part about having very limited channels. I love to hear him watching PBS and being totally involved. He has quite a personality and has been talking on the phone to Mimi and Daddy. He did not talk to Grandad because he had expected Mimi to pick up. I watch him running and laughing and being so happy, and I am so thankful. I am so thankful when he wakes up in the morning with a smile. Now that should really start my day off right.
Peter made it to Regionals in the 3200. Andrew missed it by about six seconds - not much. But he is glad it was six and not two. He is ready for what comes next - this summer. And he loves cross country in the fall. We will cheer Peter on and see if he can pull an "Aunt Whitney." She was ranked 32nd (I think) in the nation and still made it to nationals at Duke after the scratches. She was 16th (I think) on the line and came in THIRD (in the nation!!!!!). She ran her best time of course, and I was soooooo proud of her. I was to drive her home. We got past Wilkesboro, and I had to pull over and let her drive. All of the excitement exhausted me - literally. I am sure she was a little tired too, but she was so excited still!
Sam is holding his own. He is doing better with his numbers. He said the other day, "Coke. Yuck." He did not drink a lot of Coke before diabetes, but he would sip out of someone's cup. He said the same thing about gum. I am so thankful for that!
Andrew is getting a new dose of Synthroid - his thyroid medicine. And hopefully it will help his growth. He is doing well. He always has a great attitude and is a great help.
Will is 150% boy. I am trying to get him through the end of the school year and will be so glad when it is over. So many things have slipped by me, and I am so upset with myself. He deserves my attention and has needed it - more than I realized. School is not his number one priority, but it is important. And I want to encourage the things he is good at so he can use them productively later. He has so many talents.
Pete is gearing up for his big yard sale on Thursday. They are literally selling all of the furnishings of Mountaineer Apartments. I think it was the State's idea. He will be glad when it is over, and the stuff is gone!
We close on the little blue house tomorrow. I am ready for things to be simpler, and this is a good way to start. We are glad the people who are buying it will live there. They have since we moved into the house we built. I don't want to live near my new house ever again, so it is for the best. I hope it is a wonderful place for them to raise their boys. It has a wonderful yard and a creek. What more could you need?
Better sign off and read some books with my little blond headed, blue eyed person. He is really into his letters and sounds right now, and he is doing great. He still loves Scooby Doo and never watches some of those shows I cannot stand! There is a good part about having very limited channels. I love to hear him watching PBS and being totally involved. He has quite a personality and has been talking on the phone to Mimi and Daddy. He did not talk to Grandad because he had expected Mimi to pick up. I watch him running and laughing and being so happy, and I am so thankful. I am so thankful when he wakes up in the morning with a smile. Now that should really start my day off right.
Friday, May 7, 2010
Friday and the Honda Dealership!
This has been a busy week! We went Wednesday to Hickory to the boys' conference meet. Then I went to Will's meet at Mitchell High School last night. Sam had orientation yesterday and today for kindergarten (and I have not cried one time!). So I was looking forward to getting the oil changed in my car after school and coming HOME! The boys and I walked to Kmart to kill a little time and stayed away about an hour only to come back and find out that we still had another 45 minutes to go! They were fixing a recall on my brakes (for a second I thought maybe I was mixed up and at the wrong dealership - really, I did). I told the guy my son needed a snack since he is diabetic so I would just walk (NOT in my tennis shoes) and get him something. He said they would be done in 45 minutes but did not offer me a ride! So different than the service last time! So we walked to the mall and got a drink. It was not far, but I did not have on the right shoes for walking that long. But we did find Will some worker pants on clearance at TJ Maxx for $3 and $4 and Sam an adorable baseball hat that he needs being so fair. As we walked back, I noticed it was almost 5:00, so we picked up the pace considerably! We got in their parking lot just as they called to let me know my car was ready - over an hour later!!!! Oh well - it was a long afternoon, but it was well spent with two of my boys. Then we picked up a third and are still waiting on the fourth. Pete went to Johnson City to ETSU to see Harry Williams inducted into the Hall of Fame for his achievements. Harry is now chancellor of Delaware State University. He ran at Appalachian and worked in Admissions with me for a little while. We are very proud of him. Pete and Coach Curcio were invited to this event. I am proud of Harry and feel good about the time I invested proofreading for him sometimes!
Andrew's lungs look great - per Dr. Black! He did not see the bronchiectasis on the CT scan which he said is great news! We go back in July and will treat what he sees. We might have to take some beach trips in the winter to get him back on track!
Sam's numbers are better and more consistent. We will enjoy this while it lasts! He did well at his kindergarten orientation and screening. He was excited and seemed to enjoy everything. He is shy, so I was very proud of him. He had Mrs. Duke to hang out with him, but I think she was pleased with how well he did.
Peter and Andrew were first and second in the conference 3200. We find out Monday if they made regionals. They both PR'd by quite a bit - 10:13 and 10:22. Andrew was conference champ last year with around a 10:40, so we hope they both make it. It was a great meet with great efforts from our team. Both the boys and girls won, and many had PR's. What a great day!
Will ran a 6:07 with a good effort - he was not hurting at the end at all and ran a good leg on the 4X400 relay at his middle school meet. I followed the bus back - literally. We were out in the middle of nowhere part of the time. I saw some beautiful mountains - Grandfather looked so pretty on the way there. My parents came. They had no clue you could drive on 19E as long as they did!
I love this Nichole Nordeman song and wanted to share it. "How would I know the morning if I knew not midnight?" This put a lot of things in perspective for me.
"Sunrise" Nichole Nordeman
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=E2HmZXeGOFg
Andrew's lungs look great - per Dr. Black! He did not see the bronchiectasis on the CT scan which he said is great news! We go back in July and will treat what he sees. We might have to take some beach trips in the winter to get him back on track!
Sam's numbers are better and more consistent. We will enjoy this while it lasts! He did well at his kindergarten orientation and screening. He was excited and seemed to enjoy everything. He is shy, so I was very proud of him. He had Mrs. Duke to hang out with him, but I think she was pleased with how well he did.
Peter and Andrew were first and second in the conference 3200. We find out Monday if they made regionals. They both PR'd by quite a bit - 10:13 and 10:22. Andrew was conference champ last year with around a 10:40, so we hope they both make it. It was a great meet with great efforts from our team. Both the boys and girls won, and many had PR's. What a great day!
Will ran a 6:07 with a good effort - he was not hurting at the end at all and ran a good leg on the 4X400 relay at his middle school meet. I followed the bus back - literally. We were out in the middle of nowhere part of the time. I saw some beautiful mountains - Grandfather looked so pretty on the way there. My parents came. They had no clue you could drive on 19E as long as they did!
I love this Nichole Nordeman song and wanted to share it. "How would I know the morning if I knew not midnight?" This put a lot of things in perspective for me.
"Sunrise" Nichole Nordeman
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=E2HmZXeGOFg
If I had the chance
To go back again
Take a different road, bear a lighter load
Tell an easy story
I would walk away
With my yesterdays
And I would not trade what is broken for beauty only
Every valley
Every bitter chill
Made me ready to climb back up the hill
And find that . . .
You are sunrise
You are blue skies
How would I know the morning
If I knew not midnight?
You're my horizon
You're the light of a new dawn
So thank You, thank You
That after the long night, You are sunrise
There's a moment when
Faith caves in
There's a time when every soul is certain God is gone
But every shadow is evidence of sun
And every tomorrow holds out hope for us
For every one of us
You are sunrise
You are blue skies
How would I know the morning
If I knew not midnight?
You're my horizon
You're the light of a new dawn
So thank You, thank You
That after the long night, You are sunrise
You alone will shine
You alone can resurrect this heart of mine
You are sunrise
You are blue skies
How would I know the morning
If I knew not midnight?
You're my horizon
You're the light of a new dawn
So thank You, thank You
That after the long night, You are sunrise
You are sunrise
Sunday, May 2, 2010
Laura's First Prom
Some of us went over to see Laura all dressed up for prom. She also wanted Sam to be in some of her pictures. She was so beautiful. It was a great time.
Then I ran to get us something to eat. And when I left, the tears came. I was so happy for Laura (and Whitney and Dwayne). But it was such a huge occasion, and memories of that first little baby who has been on my mind this week came flooding in. So I went by the cemetery. I know she is not there. But it's the best place for me to go to remember her. So I had my time, and it was precious. I had to hurry home with the food to save my mom who was playing every outside game she has with Sam. He loves playing baseball, soccer, yard darts, or whatever with his Mimi!
Time is flying. I cannot believe Laura is already a junior and will be deciding on colleges soon! I hope she will consider coming to Appalachian!
Then I ran to get us something to eat. And when I left, the tears came. I was so happy for Laura (and Whitney and Dwayne). But it was such a huge occasion, and memories of that first little baby who has been on my mind this week came flooding in. So I went by the cemetery. I know she is not there. But it's the best place for me to go to remember her. So I had my time, and it was precious. I had to hurry home with the food to save my mom who was playing every outside game she has with Sam. He loves playing baseball, soccer, yard darts, or whatever with his Mimi!
Time is flying. I cannot believe Laura is already a junior and will be deciding on colleges soon! I hope she will consider coming to Appalachian!
Saturday, May 1, 2010
Friday and the Insurance Company!
I was not going to "fight" with the hospital or insurance company over anything. It gets me too agitated and takes too much time, so I told myself not to do it. I told myself to put that at the bottom of my list and do what I was supposed to. But that was not enough.
When I went and paid out of pocket another $99 for Sam's test strips (that you use to read the blood sugar level - you cannot get by without them!!!), there was a note that MY insurance company would not pay for any more until July 9th. So of course, I had to call. I talked to FIVE people on my way to the boys' track meet - some of them very nice but could not wait to pass me off to some other department! I know there are limits and for good reason. But insulin dependent diabetics are suffering because of the number of test strips allowed (either financially or healthwise or both!).
So my dear friend Carla called one of our state representatives yesterday. He answered the phone! Then I emailed him, and he emailed me back to tell me he had shared my email with the head of the State Health Plan. Then I get an email from a senior director asking for my phone number. He called and talked to me for a while. After that conversation, in which I thanked him for getting back to me, I emailed my representative again to let him know how nice they all were BUT I did not agree with the policy. The conversation with the insurance company man was a good one, but I do not feel like families/patients like ours are treatly fairly. They have a lot to consider. I understand. But I asked specifically if "real" people were in those sessions helping make the decisions that affect us so greatly. He said they get a lot of letters. Mine will be one more to add to their pile!!! It will take me a while to compose it so they can get the most out of a little information. But they will get one from me!
Today we are going to see Laura off to her junior prom! She will be beautiful, and she wants Sam to be in some of her pictures. So that will be fun! We are trying to clean house some before we go.
Pete is helping at someone's house. Andrew (for the first time in forever) spent the night at a friend's house with some other boys and won't go with us! I am thankful he had a good night, but it made me nervous. But like Carla said, it will be good for him.
I slept later this morning after a tough week. I kept feeling like it was Friday (or hoping it was) every day this week. I hopped out of bed to write down some words that kept going through my head. I will work on them more later. I don't know if it's a poem or a song or either.
I had better go and coordinate some more cleaning efforts. I am so glad it is spring! I love winter, but this winter wore me out!
When I went and paid out of pocket another $99 for Sam's test strips (that you use to read the blood sugar level - you cannot get by without them!!!), there was a note that MY insurance company would not pay for any more until July 9th. So of course, I had to call. I talked to FIVE people on my way to the boys' track meet - some of them very nice but could not wait to pass me off to some other department! I know there are limits and for good reason. But insulin dependent diabetics are suffering because of the number of test strips allowed (either financially or healthwise or both!).
So my dear friend Carla called one of our state representatives yesterday. He answered the phone! Then I emailed him, and he emailed me back to tell me he had shared my email with the head of the State Health Plan. Then I get an email from a senior director asking for my phone number. He called and talked to me for a while. After that conversation, in which I thanked him for getting back to me, I emailed my representative again to let him know how nice they all were BUT I did not agree with the policy. The conversation with the insurance company man was a good one, but I do not feel like families/patients like ours are treatly fairly. They have a lot to consider. I understand. But I asked specifically if "real" people were in those sessions helping make the decisions that affect us so greatly. He said they get a lot of letters. Mine will be one more to add to their pile!!! It will take me a while to compose it so they can get the most out of a little information. But they will get one from me!
Today we are going to see Laura off to her junior prom! She will be beautiful, and she wants Sam to be in some of her pictures. So that will be fun! We are trying to clean house some before we go.
Pete is helping at someone's house. Andrew (for the first time in forever) spent the night at a friend's house with some other boys and won't go with us! I am thankful he had a good night, but it made me nervous. But like Carla said, it will be good for him.
I slept later this morning after a tough week. I kept feeling like it was Friday (or hoping it was) every day this week. I hopped out of bed to write down some words that kept going through my head. I will work on them more later. I don't know if it's a poem or a song or either.
I had better go and coordinate some more cleaning efforts. I am so glad it is spring! I love winter, but this winter wore me out!
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