Well as you know, the opportunity for me to enjoy some quiet time to myself, hardly ever exists. I'm constantly organising the kids, poodles and running a busy household.
This week, we had Mikaela's appointment with Dr Rowe. He's such a funny duddy, but lovely guy. Better than Peter Walsh who is quirky and doesn't bloody listen to your questions!
Dr Rowe has put Mikaela on a Beta blocker medication, so hopefully this will help to ease her migraine's, God I hope so anyway, the poor girl can't keep having days off school all the time.
I'm actually a little concerned that a lump on the base of Mikaela's neck, is getting bigger. It's hard to touch, and she tells me last night in the bath, that it's sore. Hmmm, looks like I'll have to get in again, to see Dr Sita and get her opinion. I had noticed the lump there before, but am sure it has gotten bigger since then, was probably about 3 months ago.
Today I'm here at Kenwick, as I say, having some nice quiet time. It's blissfull and is such a gorgeous day outside.
Well I'm gonna go now, and check on Facebook, see what's happen there.
Catch ya later, xxxx
Sunday, April 25, 2010
Sunday, April 18, 2010
School Holidays Come To An End!
Well it's that time again, for the kids to return to school tomorrow, after these Easter school holidays.
I must say, I enjoy having the kids at home, our lives are so busy on a daily basis, throughout the school term, that I look forward to spending quality time with the kids, on the holidays.
Some of the fun things we have done are:
1. Go out to lunch to Sizzler Riverton, always a favourite with our family!!
2. We went to the beach with the poodles, and had a great time together.
3. We went to the Dog Show at the "Canine" and were delighted that Margie and her
gorgeous poodle boy, Llewis, flew over from Adelaide. He is a delightful, cheeky and
funny poodle boy!
4. The kids enjoyed playing with the neighbours from both sides, Joshua and Emily.
5. We visited the Dockers Shop, and I bought the kids a tshirt each, a singing teddy for
Mikaela, a footy for Curtie and a car and Docker dummy for Jared. This was all to
raise money for Cancer Research. As you know, we are big fans of this type of
charity.
6. We all enjoyed a picnic lunch at the Rotary Park in Wanneroo, last Sunday. What a
fantastic place for the kids and families alike. A brilliant playground and plenty of
grassed area's and shady trees. Very highly recommended, if you want a fun day
out!
Well the time has come, the kids will hopefully be tucked up in bed, sound asleep by now, ready for the start of the new school term, tomorrow.
I'm currently on my dinner break at work, am finishing my shift at 11.30pm. We have a busy NICU at the moment. Five little girl's are under my care tonight, so I certainly have my hands full, but I wouldn't have it any other way. What ever I can do to make a difference in these tiny newborn babies lives, I WILL do!
One of my little girls came up from ED tonight, she is very tiny and oh so fragile. Just 312 grams and delivered by emergency c-section @ 23 weeks gestation, last Wednesday.
I ran into Liz tonight too, she tells me that it has been unusually quiet down in ED, which makes a nice change for them. I bet it didn't stay that way for long though, never does!
Anyway, I must get back upstairs now. I have also been wondering how our sweet little Immie is today, too. She is such a brave, amazing little girl, just like Mikaela and Curtis are, as they battle their tumour's.
Take care and much love as always, Nurse Lyndall xxxxxxxxxx
I must say, I enjoy having the kids at home, our lives are so busy on a daily basis, throughout the school term, that I look forward to spending quality time with the kids, on the holidays.
Some of the fun things we have done are:
1. Go out to lunch to Sizzler Riverton, always a favourite with our family!!
2. We went to the beach with the poodles, and had a great time together.
3. We went to the Dog Show at the "Canine" and were delighted that Margie and her
gorgeous poodle boy, Llewis, flew over from Adelaide. He is a delightful, cheeky and
funny poodle boy!
4. The kids enjoyed playing with the neighbours from both sides, Joshua and Emily.
5. We visited the Dockers Shop, and I bought the kids a tshirt each, a singing teddy for
Mikaela, a footy for Curtie and a car and Docker dummy for Jared. This was all to
raise money for Cancer Research. As you know, we are big fans of this type of
charity.
6. We all enjoyed a picnic lunch at the Rotary Park in Wanneroo, last Sunday. What a
fantastic place for the kids and families alike. A brilliant playground and plenty of
grassed area's and shady trees. Very highly recommended, if you want a fun day
out!
Well the time has come, the kids will hopefully be tucked up in bed, sound asleep by now, ready for the start of the new school term, tomorrow.
I'm currently on my dinner break at work, am finishing my shift at 11.30pm. We have a busy NICU at the moment. Five little girl's are under my care tonight, so I certainly have my hands full, but I wouldn't have it any other way. What ever I can do to make a difference in these tiny newborn babies lives, I WILL do!
One of my little girls came up from ED tonight, she is very tiny and oh so fragile. Just 312 grams and delivered by emergency c-section @ 23 weeks gestation, last Wednesday.
I ran into Liz tonight too, she tells me that it has been unusually quiet down in ED, which makes a nice change for them. I bet it didn't stay that way for long though, never does!
Anyway, I must get back upstairs now. I have also been wondering how our sweet little Immie is today, too. She is such a brave, amazing little girl, just like Mikaela and Curtis are, as they battle their tumour's.
Take care and much love as always, Nurse Lyndall xxxxxxxxxx
Wednesday, April 14, 2010
Not a good day :o(
Hello to anyone who cares to read my blog. I don't get to write much at the moment, still as busy as ever with the kids health issues, plus my own.
I have done something to my lower back, it's been achy for a while and just the last couple of days, has been almost unbearable. Hurts which ever way I move.
The kids have been a bit bored these holidays. We had to stay home this morning, as the girl's from Disability Services came to visit Jared. They visit every couple of weeks for his therapy and to work on new goals, etc. He turned 3 on the 4th April, but developmentally is around 2 years. Jared has a combination of Williams Syndrome and Bilateral Peri-Ventricular Nodular Heterotopia. It is so rare, that there is only one other known boy with it, in Brazil apparently!
Jared is a gorgeous little boy, he can be very affectionate at times, but always a very social little boy. Many people who are lucky enough to meet him, just love his beautiful nature.
Anyway, the girl's were really happy with the progress he's made in the last couple of weeks. We are currently working on his gait. (walking style) Jared is unable to straighten his knees, due to poor muscle tone, and this affects the way he walks. He constantly trips over or stumbles, poor kid, but with lots of Physio and exercises, he'll slowly get there.
I've just posted another message on the Holmes Families blog, they are such a brave family, and I can't help but feel so sad for what they are going through with their beautiful daughter, Imogen. She is really gorgeous, and sadly, won't be with us for much longer, due to the terrible childhood cancer, Neuroblastoma. It is such a wicked, cruel, shit disease and I can't help but shed tears of sadness every day, as we wait for Immie to be free of her pain, and go to Heaven.
I'd better shut down my computer now, it's after midnight, and I'm soooo tired. I actually fell asleep in the bath. Atleast it wasn't whilst I was driving, for a change. God help me, one of these day's, I may not return home. It scares me, so I'm off to bed!
Good night, with love and hugs as always,
Nurse Lyndall xxxxxxxxx
I have done something to my lower back, it's been achy for a while and just the last couple of days, has been almost unbearable. Hurts which ever way I move.
The kids have been a bit bored these holidays. We had to stay home this morning, as the girl's from Disability Services came to visit Jared. They visit every couple of weeks for his therapy and to work on new goals, etc. He turned 3 on the 4th April, but developmentally is around 2 years. Jared has a combination of Williams Syndrome and Bilateral Peri-Ventricular Nodular Heterotopia. It is so rare, that there is only one other known boy with it, in Brazil apparently!
Jared is a gorgeous little boy, he can be very affectionate at times, but always a very social little boy. Many people who are lucky enough to meet him, just love his beautiful nature.
Anyway, the girl's were really happy with the progress he's made in the last couple of weeks. We are currently working on his gait. (walking style) Jared is unable to straighten his knees, due to poor muscle tone, and this affects the way he walks. He constantly trips over or stumbles, poor kid, but with lots of Physio and exercises, he'll slowly get there.
I've just posted another message on the Holmes Families blog, they are such a brave family, and I can't help but feel so sad for what they are going through with their beautiful daughter, Imogen. She is really gorgeous, and sadly, won't be with us for much longer, due to the terrible childhood cancer, Neuroblastoma. It is such a wicked, cruel, shit disease and I can't help but shed tears of sadness every day, as we wait for Immie to be free of her pain, and go to Heaven.
I'd better shut down my computer now, it's after midnight, and I'm soooo tired. I actually fell asleep in the bath. Atleast it wasn't whilst I was driving, for a change. God help me, one of these day's, I may not return home. It scares me, so I'm off to bed!
Good night, with love and hugs as always,
Nurse Lyndall xxxxxxxxx
Friday, April 9, 2010
Thoughts for the Holmes Family.
I can't begin to imagine the unbearable pain that the Holmes Family are going through, right now. I sit here with tears streaming down my cheeks, wondering if their darling, beautiful little daughter Imogen, has been freed from her pain and suffering.
I hope precious Imogen goes peacefully and that she doesn't linger on too much longer. The poor little darling. My heart is heavy and is hurting for all of her loving family.
It is going to be a sad, quiet day.
I hope precious Imogen goes peacefully and that she doesn't linger on too much longer. The poor little darling. My heart is heavy and is hurting for all of her loving family.
It is going to be a sad, quiet day.
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