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| Name: | Dolly Email: | ||
| Child: | Eric..31months | ||
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Michele, I can relate to the tears...most of the time we are told what our kids CAN'T do, and I know its in the spirit of helping, but man, sometimes it gets ya down. Its so exciting when our kids achieve a goal, no matter how big or small it is. Any step is a great accomplishment. Makes you appreciate the little things in life...Congrats to you, Kourtney, and your family.. Missed chat last nite...forgot it was Thursday!! gotta make it Sunday. We are still digging out here in Ohio..but it is warmer, about 20 degrees. Still have about 8 inches of snow on the ground. My little Shitzu, Rizzo, is neck deep in the white stuff...and she loves it! Maybe she's a St. Bernard in Shitzu body..Lol Still trying to get Eric back on some sort of Nap pattern..did fall asleep earlier this afternoon. Since the holidays he's been staying up all day, and then he conks out around 5:pm...sleeps till 7pm...then up till at least 12AM...BAD-BAD-BAD!! I've tried keeping him up All afternoon but he just "falls over"..poor baby! Hopefully he'll get back on track..I'm tired of watching Letterman with the kid..need my sleep! talk to ya all later.....Dolly |
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| Name: | Michele Email: | ||
| Child: | Kourtney almost 4 | ||
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Just wanted to pop in and let youall know that Kourtney had her evaluation, she is in a variable exceptionalitites class at a regular school, and the did the eval to see if there was any regression during the x-mas holiday break, and might I say that my little mama blew them away. She had no regression but had advanced and them team was quite impressed by that. Her speech and gross motor skills, all 3 of her therapists were so happy. I might add that it made me cry, for once they were happy usually they are telling what she can't do and what she should be doing and that really drives ya down, but this time the were telling me that they were happy that she is making such progress, I told them that we (family) work hard with her at home also and I hope that helps, I mean we have all of this stuff for her we have been trying to get her to walk on a 2by4 kinda acting like a balance beam and she can go half way. Before x-mas she could not even get on it. (it is ground level). I am so proud of her. But, then again I am always proud of her and her sister. Just wanted to share some good news.....Hope everyone has a great day...The morning sickness is staring to settle down, still I can only eat chicken or pork, mentally I would kill for a big steak, but right now the baby is saying NO WAY !!!! ((((HUGS))) Michele & Kourtney |
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| Name: | Linda Email: | ||
| Child: | Adam 8 | ||
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- Well I was just checking in before I go do my Recess Duty over at Kate's school -- Both Adam & Aimee are home (again!) - But at least they are well enough for me to leave for an hour or so....I think I need a break from "Mmmmooooommm!!" - even if it means dealing w/ 60 kids on the playground slipping & sliding in the mounds of snow we have -- at least it's in the 20's today -- beats the single digits we have had of late! I see some here are adding to their families -- congrats to all who are expecting -- I won't go into how laundry becomes a monster if you have more than 2 kids........! Everyone have a fabulous day -- it's sunny here for once in Rochester -- (we've only had about 5 sunny days since the beginning of the year!) - Hope to stop in later! {Hugs}! Linda PS - If any of you have seen the Harry Potter movies -might want to get your kids the Harry Potter CD game -- it keeps Adam absolutely occupied for hours on end!! And he loves "reading" all the words that come up on the screen.....so I guess it is kind of educational! Aimee bought it as a Christmas gift for Kate & Adam -- have to say I have snuck on late at night to play it too! LOL! |
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| Name: | Alice | ||
| Child: | Luke | ||
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You are the writer of Uno Mas! Welcome back! I missed you. Alice |
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| Name: | Linda Email: | ||
| Child: | Adam (8) & 2 girls | ||
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RISA - I see your sweet Marissa has had Pneumonia! I am soooo sorry - haven't even checked all my e-mails yet! I hope she is all better fast! It is soooooo hard when they are sick isn't it? So little and all -- But I think they are better troopers than us adults! Glad to hear she is on the mend! :) Annie - So sorry to hear about your neice - I will definitely add her to our prayer list --- Wow! It almost sounds like a malpractice issue -- glad your sister stuck it out!! Doctors (as we all know here! - No offense to your DH Jackie!) don't know it all, do they?! Seems we all need to be self advocates all the time anymore these days....Life is just way too short! I hope she has a speedy recovery -- she's young, so I would think that would be a plus for her...... Debbie - Hi - Glad to see you post! I don't always go to the BB -- have a hard enough time getting a moment to stop here to read! I will have to get a pic of Adam scanned & into the photo album --he is growing up so fast! - Our computer w/ the scanner was down for a month -- the mother borad & power something or another was replaced & the hard drive was wiped (I guess they suspected a virus..... Gateway makes millions I think on wiping your hard drive for only $79.95 due to a "suspected virus" -- luckily we were under warrenty & needed other parts so we paid nothing!) But I am totally bummed as we had a LOT of info on there & photos too -- none of which was backed up!!!!! :( Clare - I see you are new - Welcome to Uno Mas - a great place!! - You'll meet lots of extra nice people here & then you will be addicted to this site, come here every othe waking minute & not get a thing done around the house for months - but you'll have a whole new family - so it's worth it!!! LOLOL!!! My son is also named Adam - so we have something in common! - I have never really heard of what you are describing - except I think there is a condition where your body produces too much iron -- happens more commonly in women I think - but I'm not sure... There are some links listed on this site that could maybe help -- Dr. Len Leshin is a Dr who has a site that is geared toward the Medical issues of DS as he also has a child w/ DS... Maybe you could find help there.... Good luck & keep us posted about your Adam! Hi Cheri! Aren't you just the nicest teacher??! Kuddos to you girl for loving your student Jackson so much! My Adam is 8 & he still drinks from a sippy cup - but not all the time. He still also sort of sticks his tongue out when sipping - I think part of it is cuz their tongue is just there & usually their tongues are longer than most & that's just what they like to do! In some ways I think letting Jackson use a bottle is helpful because I do think it strengthens some important muscles he may use in speech, which, when drinking from a cup, he uses other muscles -- so actually I think he is getting the best of both worlds. Mom is probably having a hard time letting her "baby" grow up -- and especially since he is the youngest!!! I can understand -- I have the same problem!! Helping him to go on to "big boy" things tho will benefit him.... Maybe you could suggest to her that she start telling him that "big" boys use a cup or a straw -- that sort of thing & I think when he is ready he will tell her he is bigger & doesn't need a bottle any more -- it may take awhile -- but eventually he'll get there!! I think we had Adam on a bottle until he was like 4 or so at least -- he eventually went to the straw & sippy cup & altho he could handle a reg cup it prob wan't until he went to Kindergarten & almost 6 before I had him drink from a cup at home (I honestly didn't want to deal w/ the spills!) He is fine now & is much more steady at holding a reg cup now & so has that at meal times - but in the car we still give him juice boxes or sippy cups! He has GREAT speech BTW & I do think besides the fact that he has 2 sisters & a Mom who are rarely quiet, that the straw/bottle/cup senerio helped strenthen his facial muscles......Just my take on it from a doting mother's standpoint!!! LOL! Well it is well past my bedtime & the kids have 1 more day of school - or being at home - sigh....(I am soooo hoping Adam is well enough to go -- he was NON-stop TALK today!!!!) So Nite Nite Uno Friends! {hugs} Linda :) |
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| Name: | Debbie Email: | ||
| Child: | A Person Who Has It | ||
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Jackie and Emily: I am very proud of you both. You have done good and you should be very proud of yourselves. Pat yourself on the back! To those who don't know me I am just a sojourner on the internet. My name is Debbie. I usually post my messages on the BB but I thought I better post on here. It has been a while since I have done this. It is late here and I need to get off to bed but I wanted to say hi. If you read the BB I almost always post a messge every couple of day's. Read my messages and you will get to know me. Goodnight to all. |
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| Name: | jackie Email: | ||
| Child: | justin 2 1/2 yrs | ||
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| Name: | cheri Email: | ||
| Child: | Jackson 5, my student | ||
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I need your input! Jackson is the youngest in his family and "the baby". His parents have a joint custody agreement and Jackson spends some time at Dad's house and some time at Mom's. When he is at mom's house he still drinks from a bottle. He is fully capable of drinking from a cup, and he does at school and at Dad's,but his mom feels the bottle comforts him and gives it to him before bed. I know it is none of my business, but I really disagree with her choice (so does the dad by the way). I also feel that Jackson is not communicating because he doesn't have to!! At home, he is catered to by both parents and siblings! He doesn't have to request things or make attempts at speech. There. . . thanks for letting me vent a little, , ,but I really want your opinions about the bottle thing! P.S. I notice when Jackson drinks from a cup or water bottle with a cap, that he puts his tongue out like he is sucking a bottle. |
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| Name: | Jackie Email: | ||
| Child: | justin 2 1/2 yrs | ||
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Risa-glad to hear Marissa is feeling better and nice chatting with you last nite. Claire-what a beautiful family you have! Robin-are you frozen up there or are you chasing that wonderful puppy around lol. How's Mr. Chase doing these days? Annie prayers headed your way for your niece,please let us know how she is doing and know we are thinking about you and your family. Oh man it's time to pick up the second round of kiddos man time flies is it Friday yet. Well hope to be out in chat tonight so talk to everyone then. |
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| Name: | Debi Email: | ||
| Child: | Gabe/eleven | ||
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I hope that for this day..everyone at Uno Mas has a safe and happy day..that everyone is able to see that , whatever this day may bring to us..there is some sweetness in YOUR day |
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| Name: | Risa Email: | ||
| Child: | Marissa 29 months | ||
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Marissa is on the up swing and is starting to feel better. HOpe everyone else is feeling well. Risa |
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| Name: | Claire Email: | ||
| Child: | Adam,5 | ||
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| Name: | Ruthie Email: | ||
| Child: | MARGARET-LINN Catherine , | ||
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| Name: | Alice | ||
| Child: | Luke | ||
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| Name: | Molly Email: | ||
| Child: | Jack-24 months | ||
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| Child: | Steven | ||
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| Name: | Michele Email: | ||
| Child: | Kourtney almost 4 | ||
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Anyway hope you all have a great day and hope all of the little sickies get better...We have been very fortunate with Kourtney and plus is has not really been that cold here a couple of days last week it was like in the high 20's at night with a wind chill in th teens....And I say to myself am I really living in florida. But, now we are back to our same ole' Florida winter weather sunny with a little breeze that is cool but not really that bad at all. To everyone else keep warm we'll turn the fans your way to heat ya up LOL... Michele K |
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| Name: | Michele Email: | ||
| Child: | Kourtney almost 4 | ||
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| Name: | Annie | ||
| Child: | Mikey | ||
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| Name: | Jackie Email: | ||
| Child: | Justin 2 1/2 yrs. | ||
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| Name: | Risa Email: | ||
| Child: | Marissa 29 months | ||
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It has been a long week Marissa is battling pneumonia we have her home on treatments every 4 hours, steroids, antibiotics and oxygen and all the rest of the good stuff. She is finally over the hump and is starting to get better but I am stir crazy from it all. On a more positive note I signed her up for nursery school in September if all goes well she will attend the regular nursery school 2 mornings a week with a shadow teacher and then she will attend the special DS preschool 5 afternoons a week. I have been trying to catch up with all that is going on but have not been able to get through the message boards. Hope you are all doing well . Risa |
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| Name: | Annie S Email: | ||
| Child: | Sonny | ||
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| Name: | Becky Email: | ||
| Child: | Justin 2 1/2 | ||
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Hope to hear from you soon and get to see on your way back home. Becky |
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| Name: | gramma joan Email: | ||
| Child: | grand daughter Zoë (4) | ||
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My e-mail to you came back....I have tried re-sending. Do you still use the four initials of your names @ cox This is the address I brought from home. Perhaps you have changed it in the interim. We're having a wonderful time with the munchkins, Zoë and Pierce. gramma joan |
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| Name: | jackie Email: | ||
| Child: | Emily age 22 | ||
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| Name: | Jackie Email: | ||
| Child: | Justin 2 1/2 yrs. | ||
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| Name: | Claire Email: | ||
| Child: | Adam.5 | ||
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| Name: | Jackie Email: | ||
| Child: | Justin 2 1/2 yrs | ||
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Well it's 25 degrees here and it's kinda funny it feels great after what we have been getting so if it stays like this I will be happy lol. I so can't wait for June to get here it's worse than waiting for Christmas as a kid lol. Michele-hope you feel better soon, I really sick with the first two but with Justin it was smooth sailing except for the fact I couldn't stand the smell of poultry and he never slept kicked morning noon and night maybe that's why he has always been a great sleeper he's trying to catch up lol. I am so glad to hear everything is going well. Dolly-aren't they the little stinkers indeed lol. I fixed Mr. Justin though I started video taping him and let his teacher see exactly what he was doing for us that he just flat out refused for her lol. Debi lol what are you talking about you are our fearless weird leader lol. Well just over 4 mos and we will all be one big happy family again :) I can't take it I'm not going to make it that long :) Well today I picked up my nephew and while I was there decided to take Justin into the gross motor room and work with him on some of the equipment there, his PT is going to check into to make sure it is OK for us to do this possible daily, she says she don't know if she could be there with us though and I said I wasn't expecting her to be I know what he needs to be working on and I also know how to do it. He just loved the tramploine but may be because it is new to him so will have to wait and see on that one. Robin- are you warming it up up there for us or am I going to have to bring it with us and oh yeah I'll bring the puppy for ya too do you need his kennel,just to warn ya he can get out it ugggh! lol. OK OK I'm just kidding lol. Tell me again what ever were we thinking. Although I think I did try to warn you lol. |
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| Name: | Annie | ||
| Child: | Mikey | ||
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I am glad you guys are home safe and sound.. LOL about the Ice cream. She was too funny if she didn't get it fast enough she would get so mad!! Wish you could have stayed longer! MAry I was LOLing about the nudist McDonalds, I think last time he tried taking his pants off?? Thank God it was only his shirt this time. Don't know why ,but the kid hates clothes! I am such a dork I brought my camera and didnt take 1 picture. Jackie I love your family picture!! You have a beautiful family! And WTG Hayli!!!!!! |
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| Name: | michele k. Email: | ||
| Child: | Kourtney Almost 4 | ||
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And to everyone else I just looked at all of the Jan. pics and might I say the ones I know or have see older pics of boy! They are all growing fast and to all of the babies and kids I haven't seen in the photo album what BEAUTIFUL babies they all are..I really need to work at getting more pics of my little mama Kourtney in here for you all to see. I just wanted to pop in and say HELLO to everyone and to let you all know we are still expecting and I haven't really been feeling that well, HOt spicy food believe it or not is the only thing that I can hold down and the only meat I can eat is chicken. WOW I never went through any of this with either one of my girls so this sick thing and only being able to eat certain things is new to me. But, hey what you recieve in the end of all the madness is a beautiful baby so I guess it worht it right !!!! Hugs and love to you all have a fabulous day prayers to those in need and positive energy to all.. Michele & Kourtney |
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| Name: | Dolly Email: | ||
| Child: | Eric 31m...and 5 sibs | ||
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JACKIE: I love the pic...what a beautiful family! and Justin is just too cute..I like seeing pics of the families...makes me want to meet everyone even more! Summer can't come soon enough! Gotta take the "Walking Man" to therapy today...hope he "performs" for his therapists..he's a little stinker..when he doesn't want to do something, well NOTHING can make him change his mind. Eric had a change in therapists and I think he misses his old girlfriend...she was sooo good with him. His new pt is very good too, but he's just not bonding with her. Hopefully, time will change that. Talk to ya all later. Dolly |
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| Name: | Debi Email: | ||
| Child: | Gabe/eleven | ||
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Hey there Cathy girl, so glad you are home..got there and back safely..it has been just so, so NORMAL around here without you LOL..we need your weird influence! |
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| Name: | Jackie Email: | ||
| Child: | Justin 2 1/2 yrs. old | ||
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Debi that's ok I'll let you be in our group lol and Cathy said so too lol after all didn't you get us this way lol. Robin you are too funny and to think I was helping you out with Cathy lol. By the way how is that Mr. Chase doing? Well see ya in about 2 1/2 weeks so warm it up there will ya lol. Welcome to all the newcomers, hope you love it as much as we do. I'm Jackie mom to Justin 2 1/2 yrs old and Alyssa 10,Ashley 5 and we live in Southeast Michigan. Ok Cathy I posted up for John to see so now you have to let him use the computer lol. |
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| Name: | Susan Email: | ||
| Child: | Emily, age 11 | ||
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| Name: | Claire Email: | ||
| Child: | Adam,5 | ||
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| Name: | Cathy Email: | ||
| Child: | Katie, 2 | ||
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OMG... It was soooo wonderful seeing Annie and Mary! They are awesome! Of course... Annie... I could have done without the ice cream cones... you created one monster here! LOL. Patrick was well behaved, Emily said to me... can we go see "Patrick the Hairpuller again.. he was fun!!" And Mikey was absolutely adorable... even without his shirt! He had me in stitches and he was so cute... he was trying to wipe Katie's face while she was eating her ice cream cone. Too Cute ~! Well gotta go read the BB... Hugs to you all! I cannot wait until June! Cathy |
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| Name: | Traci Email: | ||
| Child: | Ashlyn 3 1/2 | ||
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| Name: | Susan Email: | ||
| Child: | Emily, age 11 | ||
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~ JUDI: Just wanted to check on Sandy's little guy.....has he had the surgery yet? He's in my prayers. Her family has been through SO much! Please let her know we care!! ~ KRISTI: Congratulations to Hayli! Way to go!!! ~ TRICIA: I know it's late, but I'm sorry to hear about your Aunt. Hugs to you and your dad. I sure wish you'd reconsider the get together!! You know you can stop at my house for the night and we can caravan the next day!!! In fact, we can ALL go to Connie's house and take the train to Chicago.....the kids would enjoy it! ~ Welcome to Uno Mas Karen and Dylan, Carolyn and John, Brandi and Nicholas, and Traci and Ashlyn!!!!! You will LOVE it here. Please post often and let us get to know you all!!! Feel free to join us in chats on Thursday and Sunday nights around 9pm Eastern time. ~ JOAN: I'm so glad you had a safe trip. I hope you have a wonderful visit! ~ Has anyone heard from Maria and Bella yet??? ~ Hugs to all of you, Susan OOPS!! I almost forgot....I hope that if you click on my name it will take you to the wonderful weight loss site I love so much. It is called Dottisweightlosszone.com and it has Weight Watcher points for LOTS of restaurants, recipes, and lots of encouragement! |
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| Name: | jenny beckman Email: | ||
| Child: | Jaylie 6 1/2 mts | ||
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| Name: | Debi Email: | ||
| Child: | gabe/eleven | ||
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Speaking of Cathy ..are you hoooooommmeee yet??? who is there to read my morning nutty emails?? |
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| Name: | Becky Email: | ||
| Child: | Justin 2 | ||
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| Child: | Dylan (6) | ||
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| Name: | Jackie Email: | ||
| Child: | Justin 2 1/2 yrs. | ||
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Gramma Joan sounds like you are having one great trip and don't forget lots of pics especially of the sun forgot what it looks like lol. Have a safe trip home. |
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| Name: | jackie Email: | ||
| Child: | emily age 22 | ||
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| Name: | Robin Email: | ||
| Child: | Chase/10 | ||
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It is so cold..... BUT we are suspose to get a warm spell tomorrow and some snow to go with it..it is actually going to get close to 30 they are saying!!! No snow and freezing weather is not a pretty picture let me tell you, all blah and brown and black and gray. Welcome to the newbies.... glad to meet you, and btw..the poem was really nice :-) Hey Jackie...what is cheese grits??? LOLOL to your axe murderer :-)So far I have only met a couple weird ones... (but I wont mention any names Susan, Cathy and Jackie :-) and all the rest seem pretty normal to me, what ever that definition may be. :-) Joan..I envy you the warm weather..can you bring it back with you? hugs to those sweet grandbabies of yours. Well, today was my first day back to work... made me want to be off longer.I sure missed some of the students but that is about it. I think I could learn to love working at home if given a chance :-) Ok time to go figure out what is for dinner, sighh huggers to you all, Robin Mom to the very naughty Chase ( laid on the floor in the school office and nothing could get him up grrr) |
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| Name: | gramma joan Email: | ||
| Child: | grand daughter Zoë (4) | ||
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We arrived safely and into the arms of our loving family....Zoë was already in bed, but Pierce opened up to us after a 5-minute "shy" period. Zoë sleepily greeted me this a.m. with "das gramma" so I am REALLY back in the fold!!! Thanks to Jackie, Ed and Emily, our trip down was made SO VERY SPECIAL. They are a wonderful family and made us feel so welcome and comfortable. ....what's this about cream cheese brownies, Jackie....hmmmmmmmmmmmmmm I shall run along side the car for 20 miles if I can get to sample those! Hugs to all... gramma joan |
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| Name: | jackie Email: | ||
| Child: | Emily age 22 | ||
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Isnt the site fun...the way many of us have managed to hook up....and so far have met none of the axe murderers I have been warned you meet online...LOL..... |
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| Name: | Jackie Email: | ||
| Child: | Emily age 22 | ||
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| Name: | Kristi Email: | ||
| Child: | Cody (8yrs.) | ||
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Welcome Claire, loved the poem! Just stopped in to brag. Hayli (non-DS) got 1st place in her solo dance competition in Evansville. She also got first with her group competition. Boy is she good!! LOL :). Just a little prejudice I guess. Just had to brag, her and Cody sure didn't get their rhythm from their mommy or their great personalities. No shy bone in them. hugs, Kristi |
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| Name: | Dolly Email: | ||
| Child: | Eric...the walkin MAN..31m. | ||
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Well, they closed the schools again today here in northeastern Ohio...wind chill about 15 below..brrr! My niece and nephew moved here from South Carolina, so they are in AWE...never seen so much snow..loving it! Had fun in chat last nite..what a great group! I look forward to Sunday and Thursday nites. If anyone hasn't been there yet...try it..you'll have a great time. Well, I gotta go..stay warm everyone..Dolly |
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| Name: | Debi Email: | ||
| Child: | gabe/eleven | ||
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Welcome Claire!! We sure like our BC bud, Allison Hey Robin...how was your afternoon off? Hope it was great! Gramma Joan and Mama Jack...now WHY does that sound like an excellent title for a road trip movie ?? hmmm LOL.. tell us ALL about your visit!! |
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| Name: | Susan Email: | ||
| Child: | Emily, age 11 | ||
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| Name: | Jackie Email: | ||
| Child: | justin 2 1/2 yrs. | ||
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What to do what to do MIL has finally taken all 3 kids for the day and now I have no idea what to do I'm lost lol. I keep going to check on Justin but hey guess what he's not there lol. She usually only takes the girls but for some reason today she said she'd take him too. Chuck was suppose to be out fishing all day and decided to come home early so much for my peaceful day lol. Well have to go for now DH wants me upstairs to watch the big game with him man if it's not my dad it's him lol. At least I can watch the tight ends lol I'm with you on that one Mawmaw Rose lol. Oh I'm coming if it's not maaaaaaa it's honeeeeeeeey geeesss!lol hope to catch everyone out in chat tonite talk to you then. |
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| Name: | Traci Email: | ||
| Child: | Ashlyn 3 1/2 | ||
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Now for the eating problem. Is it that she doesn't like it, or that she spits it out with her pretty little tongue? If she is spitting it out....what I did with Ashlyn, and it seemed to work- I would use a small plastic coated baby spoon and instead of shoveling the food into her mouth and taking the spoon out....I would sort of put the spoon in her mouth and rest the spoon on her tongue. She would then suck the food off of the spoon instead of pushing the food out of her mouth! This worked to get her used to the idea of eating from a spoon and having it in her mouth. It worked for her and hopefully it will help Jaylie?!! Try it a couple of times and see how she does. Hope I have been of some help! I know how it is when your baby is so small and you feel so alienated sometimes. I had friends who had babies at the same time that I had Ashlyn and their babies were taking off doing things way before Ashlyn and I felt left behind a lot of times. I had no one in my community to ask for guidance in these things either, the kids with Downs that I knew were older and I felt crazy asking their moms some of the things I REALLY wanted to know!! If I can help you in any way or answer any questions for you just let me know! I am with you!! Feel free to e-mail me anytime! Take care. |
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| Name: | Claire Email: | ||
| Child: | Adam,5 | ||
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Although I don't necessarely still feel the same way now I thought I would share it with you. Given The Chance They told us he was different,and we'll have to be patient. They labeled him at birth, that in this world he had no worth. They said he might not talk, they said he might not walk. But if you met Adam today, he would surprise you in many ways. They used to call them "Mongoloid", it was a shame to be avoided. Now they're called "Exceptionnal", but never would they call them "Normal" With love and guidance, my son will go the distance. And when his goals are achieved, you will not be deceived. Because he needs more time to adapt, people say he's handicap. But will he be given the chance to learn? Is this mother's only concern. |
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| Child: | Justin 2 1/2 yrs. | ||
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Jackie and Gramma Joan sounds like you guys are having a great time and Gramma Joan keep us posted on your trip to visit those precious grandbabies. Have a safe and wonderful trip and by the way did you leave the cold weather at home and if you come back this way smuggle us some of that sunshine please. Well that's about it for now and hope to see everyone in chat later hopefully we all don't get the royal boot again lol. |
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| Name: | Debi Email: | ||
| Child: | Gabester/eleven | ||
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| Child: | Zoë and Emily | ||
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gramma joan and her DH have been made to feel most welcome at Jackie's house and we have had a delightful evening getting to know one another. (Your turn, Jackie.... We have had a wonderful time finding out WHERE Canada is...LOL....This is WAY BETTER than going to Ohio...hee hee...of course Joan and her DH had to travel over 2000 kms to see us. They're on their way to sunny California and promise photos from there of Zoë and Pierce. We've had tons of fun sharing pics, stories, and lots of laughs....wish you ALL were here!!!!!!! Lots of love from Jackie and Joan. ps...check out the gorgeous trio on the photo page!!!!! |
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| Child: | PAtrick + 3 | ||
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Dont let Annie fool you~Mikey was adorable. He took off his shirt in the play area and inspired another little girl to do the same. I thought we had found the only nudist McDonalds in the country. LOL Mikey was so sweet too, he gave Patrick a goodbye kiss~it was too cute. And dont even get me started on Zach~that kid is gorgeous! He is going to break a lot of little girls hearts. Of course Katie and Emily are just too cute. Katie and Patrick seemed to hit it off~so if there are any other little guys waiting for Katie you'll have to get in line behind Patrick!LOL. It was so great to get together with those guys and I got some really cute pictures that I will be posting. OK, gotta run. Have a great evening everyone! Mary L. |
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| Child: | Mikey | ||
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I just got back from meeting Cathy & Mary L. It was sooo GREAT to see you guys again!! Katie is just PRECIOUS!! I was trying to think of a way to sneak her home with me??? And Robin I was told to make sure to tell you that I held her!!lol She raised her arms out to me.. And she is walking!! and walking GREAT!! And Patrick he is too CUTE!! And he is a daredevil I might add. He was way up high in the tubes going through them having a blast. And MAry's boys are great!! And Cathy's Emily is a sweetheart!!! Mikey was being kinnda a stinker he had swim lessons before and was kinnda tired. But it was so much fun! Well have to do again soon!! Annie |
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| Name: | steff Email: | ||
| Child: | olivia(5) | ||
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JUDI... I thought of you this morning....I opened a book I got from the media access office. What they do is they are a disability resource for the entertainment industry....So I am reading and looking at pictures and I see 2 boys about sam and patricks age identical twins with ds. They are sooo cute. I was curious if you know them.You seem to know everyone..LOL.. Their names areBrenden and Benjamin Minor...They are from Central Cali....The media access office actively promotes the employment and accurate employment of persons with disabilities in all areas of the media and entertainment industry.What I like about them is that they also really try to add more non traditional casting opportunities(casting an actor with a disability in a role that was not necessarily created for a person with a disability) and also even the fact that they really try to better inform the public so as to decrease discrimination and show we are here to stay... LOL... Anyhow if anyone is interested in looking at their site here's the addy... www.disabilityemployment.org then click on Media Access Office icon... Alright See ya... WAIT ADRIENNE WHERE ARE YOU?? I am starting to worry about you!!!!! |
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| Name: | steff Email: | ||
| Child: | olivia(5) | ||
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WELCOME CAROLYN AND JOHN!!!!! Well took Liv to the docs yesterday.. GROSS you know what that was on her face??? EWWW impetigo.. AND she also has a lung infection. More antibiotics...Now my hands are raw from washing em soo many times..They gave her keflex for that. ALSO funny thing we got off the elevator and saw our fav attending. He cancelled our appt and gave me the script in the hallway and sent her down to x ray and we were outta there in 30 minutes...I LOVE HIM... He is the BEST BEST BEST!!!Besides Olivia was sooo embarassed about her face she wouldn't let anyone look at her she kept hiding it.. :( Her bro took one look at her yesterday morn and grossed out and now she is paranoid. They are already looking better though...SO we are stuck in the house on this 80 degree day.. UCK.. I think I will take them outside to apint so at least we can get some fresh air...Kyle is soo sick right now too. typical of how i long to take em to the beach.OH WELL.. Gotta go.. take care you guys and i am gonna put in a picture of my family from my7 dads party in soon. I can't believe we have one of us all together.I hafta share.. LOL...C-ya |
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| Name: | Robin Email: | ||
| Child: | Chase/10 | ||
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A big welcome to Carolyn and her son John, you will love it here in our village, it is full of great and special kids and parents, we have the best of them :-) It is still freezing and now we are in the process of getting snow..we have about two inches of new stuff and i have no idea how much is expected but I dont really care as we have a sitter coming at 12:30 and we are free to be husband and wife with no kids til 6:00!! I am thinking lunch and a movie or a little shopping, he is thinking lunch and fish shopping ( eww) but hey as long as we are together that is what counts right??? ( NO I HAVE NOT LOST MY MIND< LOL) OK time for a shower, getting pretty stinky here ... hugs and love to you all, have a GREAT weekend! Robin |
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| Child: | Emily, age 11 | ||
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| Child: | olivia(5) | ||
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tricia...sorry bout your aunt.... ;( Connie I meant to say thanks for the compliments on Livs hair. TOO SWEET...Now wait a minute... Collin is MOST CERTAINLY qualified for preschool.Do you have a web page of your state sp. ed laws??? NO WAY they cannot say that. ALSO..... A trick here if all else fails. You can request a speecch enriching preschool....That could solve the prob perhaps.... Let us know what is going on and where are the new pics of that cute man????? DOLLY congrats on your walker!!!!!! EMILY and Jackie!!!! CONGRATS!!!!!! WOW!!!!very nice job..proud of you both....I've been porking out while Jeff has been gone. So your extra weight loss has went to me.... CALEB welcome to this beautiful world. When your mom and pops are up to it post up and tell us all about him... I have 2 sick kids home today. :( Olivia has that chest-lung thing going on but get this... yesterday she woke up with red spots all over her face only..I thought it was from her high fever(which is now gone) BUT today she woke up with even more and now they look like big bubbling ZITS!!!EWWWWW.She is also complaining severely about her mouth hurting.Usually meqans her throat.UGGG. We are gonna pick up her new specs then go to UCLA to make sure she's hunky dory plus I need to get her pulmonary referral sent thru.So that is that...BUMMER!!! But hey I didn't hafta jump up and take a shower so early...as a matter of fact I haven't even done it yet...PEEEYEWWW... Gotta go shower and I'll let ya know what is up with her... JENN!!!!!!!!I am dying to know what is up with Courtney today. Wasn't she going for her upper GI??? Hope it goes smoothly..(((HUGS)))) |
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| Name: | jackie Email: | ||
| Child: | justin 2 1/2 yrs. | ||
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Monique and Connie I hope the DH's ears didn't burn off after last nite too funny. Mine is out ice fishing so I will probably hear about a runny nose soon Monique get the bulb syringe handy I may need it lol. Ok just waiting for his teacher to drop off her trampoline man I hope this works,although I do see him jumping on his bed soon afterwards uggggh! lol. Carolyn I've been waiting for you to get here lol. That's great that Johnny is doing so well. So far just that one bout with Justin and we even managed to stay out of the hospital. So we may have something here,the first sign of runny nose and cough on the steroids we go. Alyssa is missing Elizabeth something awful those two what are we to do lol. Happy Belated Birthday Johnny you big boy you. I hope you can come out in chat one night, especially if you need a good laugh there has been plenty of that lately lol. Talk to you soon and really glad you made it. Robin lol Chuck is out there right now Ice fishing he'll come back empty handed just like hunting lol. He said if he finds a good spot he's on his way to get Dave and Chase so be on the look out or on second na never mind we won't have to worry about that lol. Well we have plenty of sun shining and its a warmer 20 out here and no wind. Keeps this up I may have to crack a window lol. Ok Susan I will stop now are you thawed out yet. I think Cathy sent you that snow you seen how bad she was being last nite lol. Well that's about it for now Mr. Justin is up and I hear him knocking on his door and yelling maaaa,can only mean one thing he has emptied the toy box and the drawers and closet and is going to start working on that diaper so gotta scoot. Talk to everyone soon stay warm and hope everyone has a great weekend. |
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| Child: | Katie, 2 | ||
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Hope everyone is staying nice and warm... Robin, my friend, thanks for your concern but I must live in the banana belt of the UP... No snow for us. We holding onto to our whopping 1-2 inches!! Congrats Cindy... and welcome Caleb! Tammy is was so nice chatting with you too! Chat blew a fuse or something. Well I will be off shortly for a raodtrip to Chicago... Waaaa I sure will be going through withdrawals by the time I get back! Annie M... I am taking your phone number with me... hopefully we can get to gether... you too Mary L and Joyce! See ya all on Monday or Tuesday! Hugs, Cathy |
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| Name: | Tammy Email: | ||
| Child: | Lewis | ||
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YAY !!!... Our visitors have left... not that I dont enjoy having people to stay... but it is also nice when they leave..... Today is now clean up and put the hose back in order day... wash the towels and sheets, pack away the extra beds, put the furniture back into place...... I was given a LARGE box of mangoes yesterday... gave 30 to our visitors to take back to the city with them... Have sliced up 20 and put into the food dehydrator, have sliced and frozen 20, made Hot Mango pickle with 20 of them..... and still have about 20 left in the box.... and people in the city are paying $2 each for mangoes!!! I dont know what happened to chat today... but I was not happy !! Thanks Cathy and Susan for Yahoo-ing with me for a while !! Jackie and Emily... good work with the WW thing !!... You are making me feel bad now... I keep saying I am going to lose some weight... but I always seem to come up with an excuse to eat some more... I know I can do it... I lost 20kg before I fell preg with Lewis... and have only put 10 of it back on... but that is 10 more than I need!!......... Gotta be going, have to clean up they yard and put away the garden furniture etc... there is a cyclone developing further up north, so we have been put on watch for it. If it grows to full, it shouldnt reach this far down, but we have to prepare anyway.... Until next time... Tammy. |
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| Name: | Jackie Email: | ||
| Child: | Justin 2 1/2yrs. | ||
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Now Susan I hope there is one Labor Day weekend there has to be it will be the last one until the next year and waaaaa I can't wait any longer than that. |
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| Name: | Susan Email: | ||
| Child: | Emily | ||
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The first one will be (tentatively?) the weekend after Father's day ....June 20-22, near Chicago Illinois. We don't have definite plans for activities, but we might go to Six Flags amusement park, will definitely have some sort of picnic at a local park, possibly a trip to the zoo, will swim at the hotel, and will DEFINITELY spend a lot of time talking and laughing and enjoying each other's kids! ~ AND.....July 11-13th (please correct me if those days are not right) there will be a get together in combination with the NDSS conference in St. Louis MO. For anyone who has never been to a BIG conference, it is a great experience!!! There are also a LOT of fun things to do in the St. Louis area....the zoo, baseball, etc. So, this conference and get together would be the best of both worlds! Everyone is invited to one or both of these get togethers. And, it is a bit too early, but we might consider another Labor Day weekend get together in Ohio too if enough people are interested. The plans will get firmer as the days get nearer.....please come to wherever you are closer to! (I know that was horrible grammar!) ~ WELCOME TO baby CALEB, who was born on 1/22/02 at 12:33 am! Congratulations to Cindy and Chris! Can't wait to hear more about the little guy! ~ Susan |
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| Name: | Connie Email: | ||
| Child: | Collin | ||
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Just wanted to stop in and let you know I met a new mommy today with a cute little guy named Justin who is 5 months old. So, if your looking Lora...jump in the water is fine!!! You will find so many nice people her that are a wealth of information. Collin turns 3 on February 1st and I am still waiting (not so patiently...but waiting) for the school to schedule his case conference. There's nothing like waiting until the last minute. The found Collin eligible for services under a Speech Delay...and they seemed floored when I said I wanted preschool for him...go figure. Well off the celebrate my oldest babies 7th Birthday. I probably won't be in chat. Prayers for all Connie |
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| Child: | Nicholas, almost 5 | ||
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| Child: | Emily age 22 | ||
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| Child: | Kourtney almost 4 | ||
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| Name: | AnnieC Email: | ||
| Child: | Raven +2 | ||
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Don't have much time to talk....Raven has an appointment to get her AFO's checked. She's had the same ones for almost 2 years....her feet are so tiny!! I am hoping she'll get a new pair, one with a little more mobility :) We'll see!! Well, Raven is definitely feeling better....PT worked her tail off at school today :) When we were leaving, she just layed her pretty little head down on her stroller tray....too cute!! Hope everyone has a great day.....keep warm!! Tricia....my condolences to your family. Sorry to hear about your father's sister |
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| Name: | Jackie Email: | ||
| Child: | Justin 2 1/2yrs | ||
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WTG EMILY!!!!!!!!! and you to Jackie keep it up you're doing great. Well hope to see everyone in chat tonight if are cable line doesn't freeze BRR,um Cathy enough blowing it this way ok lol or is it still coming from you Joan lol. If it makes anyone feel better Chuck's cousins' said the peacocks wings are coming in and supposedly that means an early Spring,you think if we glue some extra ones' on them it would make it come sooner lol. Ok gotta scoot Alyssa has her Dare graduation in an hour so back out into the cold. |
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| Name: | Tricia Email: | ||
| Child: | Patrick 2 | ||
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Jackie- So happy to hear about yours and Emily's success with weight watchers! You know, our Susan here, has lost quite a bit on it. I was a member last year but was kinda lazy about it and only lost 5 pounds. But....I agree with whoever said that you really have to be ready to lose mentally. Our WW leader is so much fun...she really knows how to motivate people. She says if she could, she would rename Weight Watchers, just like those summer camps with indian names....and would call it Camp Havetogottawanna. LOL Oh, and Susan showed me a really neat site where everyone is on Weight Watchers and has great info, I'll try to post the link above. The name of it is dotti's weight lose zone. Its www.dwlz.com I think. Maybe if we all start now...we'll be a bunch of skinnies on that cruise next year!!! LOL Then we can eat alllll that food! I plan on rejoining weight watchers when they send me a coupon like last year...basically got 20 weeks at $5 a week with no signup fee. Can't beat that deal. Meanwhile, I will try to slowly get back into the point system. I'll start with just writing down what I eat...with no points...even that is an eye opener. If you all have things that work for you...please share. Gotta scoot, Patrick is pushing in the keyboard and the guys are wanting to know when we are going to play in the snow. Shoot, just when you relax...Although, we did bring back some cool plastic sleds from our trip to California...thank goodness it was worth lugging them on the plane!! Later yall, Tricia 2 |
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| Name: | Robin Email: | ||
| Child: | Chase/10 | ||
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Jackie....LOL we will take care of this trip arrangements on the 15th of Feb when we get together ok?? hehehe, between the two of us, they dont stand a chance :-) Hugs to Justin and the girls...want another puppy? I must of lost my mind to agree to this, sophie is the worst puppy I have ever had! Mary...you made the right choice, I just know it and I cant wait to find out if she is a girl baby or boy. But healthy...yes, you mark my words:-)I sure hope youstart to feel better soon. Emily and Jackie...yehaaa!!!! WTG!! And wow 7 and a half pounds in a week??? You go Emily! Now if I could just get so motivated. Judy I emailed you Kathleens emil addy andSusan will probably be sending you Teresas and Michelle's soon. Dolly..I also emailed you with info on the trip to ill, I am so excited to meet everyone! Susan...chat tonight? I will be there. Ok need to go venture out for groceries...brrrrr hugs, Robin |
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| Name: | Dolly Email: | ||
| Child: | Eric 31months | ||
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forgot to add: JACKIE AND EMILY...way to go girls...thats a wonderful start to the new year!. Weight watchers seems like a very sensible and healthy way to loose weight..my girlfriend lost over 40lbs doing the program. SHe gave me alot of good tips..I like the fact that NO food is forbidden..and the point system makes alot of sense. I guess the biggest hurdle is DECIDING when your ready to get serious about weight loss. I'm to the point that now that I NEED TO GET SERIOUS...starting to affect my health. At my last check-up, the old Blood pressure was up and my blood sugar wasn't great either..I was a gestational diabetic when pregnant with my Eric, so my chances of becoming diabetic are increased. Plus I have a family history.(only sibling who is not a full-blown diabetic). I better get my act together...I have a little one to raise, and a grandchild on the way. But 50lbs..sounds like sooo much! I'd rather think of it in small increments..like 2lbs per week..gotta get psyched up..Jackie, keep posting yours and Emily's progress...gives me inspiration. Dolly |
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| Name: | Dolly Email: | ||
| Child: | Eric..31months. | ||
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Another FREEZING day here in Ohio...they had to close the schools cuz its sooo cold. That Groundhog better give us some Good news next month! THANKS for the advice about the leg braces...I think I'm just gonna leave them off for now...he walks so much better without them. I guess he just doesn't like the restriction...But as long as he's taking some steps, i don't care how he does it! I will talk to his Pt and see what she says. Could someone E-Mail me some info on the Illinois get-to-gether? For some reason, I can't figure out the bulletin board (I need the "computer for dummies book). my e-mail address is dontsayduck627@yahoo.com.. I really want to try and make it this year, so any info would be helpful in our planning....Thanks Dolly |
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| Name: | Judi Email: | ||
| Child: | Sam & Patrick, Twins! | ||
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First off CONGRATULATIONS JACKIE AND EMILY!! I need to get off my big fat behind and join WW too! I keep hearing so many wonderful success stories. Ok - the reason for my post - I have a friend who has double dumplin's just like Sam and Patrick. Her name is Sandy (Some of you old timer Unomaser's may remember this family from a while back when I was asking for prayers for them constantly!). Anyway, the twins, Alex and Paul both have trachs. The boys both had bronch's done recently and one of them (I can't remember which one) will be able to be decannulated (have the trach removed) this spring. The other boy has some big time problems. His airway above the trach has "occluded" or closed! He needs some major surgery so that they can re-open the airway so he can eventually be decannulated also. Unfortunately, the only place they can get this surgery done is in Cincinnati (not so much for the surgery itself, which could be done here in Texas, but it's the support and aftercare that they have the real "exertise" in). So, Sandy and one of the twins are going to be flying to Cincy and will be there for approximately 2-4 weeks. Sandy's looking into staying at a nearby Ronald McDonald house while she's there. Are there any Unomaser's out there who live in or near Cincinnati who's email addy I could pass on to Sandy so she could have a "local" point of contact (and maybe support) while she's in town? If so, drop me an email at work (judi.grossman@gsa.gov) and I'll forward on to her. In addition to this going on w/one of the twins, her daughter who has been battling a brain tumor (inoperable) for years has taken a turn for the worse and could pass on at any time. Even if you don't live in the area, if you could keep Sandy and her family in your prayers? Hugs to all, Judi-Mom to Sam & Patrick, 6, Identical twins/DS |
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| Name: | Mary L. Email: | ||
| Child: | Patrick + 3 | ||
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Patrick is still very congested and his nose is running all the time. On Friday it will be 2 weeks since he had his adnoids out and I was really hoping to see an improvement. I'm calling his ENT tomorrow to see what he has to say. Jackie~Congrats to you and Emily on your great start! My aunt is on that program and has lost 70 pounds so far. She gave me a palm pilot with all the points programed into it and I'm just trying to keep track of points on my own and eat healthier. Once the baby is born I will probably start the actual program with WW. Jackie(Justins mom)~ You have to make it to Illinois in June. I would love to see cute little Justin in person(and the rest of your family too, of course!). You just have to talk Dh into it. Steff~How's Olivia feeling today? I hope she's doing better. I'm sure she was acting the way she did because she wasn't feeling well. Give her a big hug from us. RebeccaWelcome to Uno Mas! I have a 3 year old boy with Ds, 3 other boys and a baby due in July. We live in Buffalo Grove which is about an hour away from Midway. Maybe we could meet at a halfway point sometime. I know Robin mentioned the get together in June so you have to make room in your schedule to join us. If you check the bulletin board there is a thread there that has lots of info about the plans as they stand so far. Can't wait to hear more about your little one. Michele~Sorry, I am overdue in my congratulations to you. How are you feeling? Hopefully you're not having any morning(or all day) sickness. I am going to have a baby in July and I chose not to have the amnio so I can't tell you what it's like. I've also been wondering lately if I made the right choice. I just want to know if everythings ok with the baby and it has been on my mind a lot lately. I have a level 2 ultrasound on Feb. 25 so hopefully that will ease my mind a little. Congratulations again! OK~I should get around to making dinner. I'm still not feeling great (and now have a cold too ) so making dinner is something I dread every night. I usually end up just having a bowl of Rice Krispies myself but have to cook for the rest of the gang. Have a great evening everyone! Mary L. |
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| Child: | Luke | ||
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| Child: | justin 2 1/2 yrs. | ||
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Steff- big hugs to little Liv poor little thing,Praying that she feels better real soon. Robin-how's the back feeling better I hope. Well as far as Justin goes we are waiting to hear back from the parent advocate I finally found. She wants to call me to further discuss things and let me know what she has found out,so keep those fingers crossed and those prayers coming. I think I may have something since they are trying to push the PPI classroom on him because he is not talking and they haven't offered sp. to him thus far. He is picking up new signs like you wouldn't believe his favorite now cookies I tried to stay away from that one as long as I could lol. I'm still worried about his psych. eval. though I have no idea what to expect any input would be grately appreciated. I can actually feel each and every gray hair popping through OUCH! there goes 10 more uggggggh Help! please lol. So far Chuck is saying we may be able to make the Illinois trip, we usually have Alyssas' B-day party early in the month while school is still in for a sleep over. So it's looking good so far so if you could when you see him out here kinda well ok beg him please. Robin tell him Dave said that if he is going then Chuck has to come too lol. They are always coniving anyways so why can't we lol. Well gotta go start picking up the last batch of kids, and I hear Justin upstairs rearranging his room again. |
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| Child: | Chase/10 | ||
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Cheri...yea about Jackson!!! I say a big celebration was in order! Going potty and signing it is a HUGE step! I sure wish you lived here in Michigan..I could sue a few good teachers like you in our school system. Hugs to you and thanks for caring :-) Steffy....darling, sweetheart...you have my sympathy although it sounds as if you may have had Chase invade Livvie's body for the day, cause it sure sounded like it was him that you were decribing :-) Give that sweet pea a big kiss and hug from me ok?? And ummm, as for your get away??? I was just thinking...... ( watch it people) that perhaps you could ummmmmm, take your get away time in June and come see us in Chicago the last week in June, what'd ya think??? It has been so long since we saw you!!!!Let me know if I need to help you decide by making you feel really guilty, I am quite good at it..or so Maria says :-) I talked to Annie M today..she says they are all doing great and getting ready to sell their house in a couple weeks so busy busy but misses everyone. Susan...I am so glad to hear about Terry's ear!!!! Yeaaaa! We were pretty worried here. Hugs to you. Time to go clean house more...ugh. take care all, Robin PS does anyone know what happened to Maria and Isabelle??? I remember her posting right after bella's heart surgery but I havent seen her since!!! I have kept her in my prayers just hoping Maria has been busy with the baby..any one know? |
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| Child: | Raven(4),Abbi(2),Emmy (10 mo) | ||
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Steff....Awwww, Sorry to hear Liv isn't feeling well!! When I was reading your post about your day, I was wondering if she might be sick :( Hope she gets better soon!!! Raven is too....that time of year I guess, but wait you live in Cali!! ;) lol!! Raven has been running a fever off & on since Thursday, took her to the doc yesterday...ear infection :( She usually doesn't have a problem with her ears. Well, gotta go....the girls are done with lunch :) My little window is about gone!! :) I'll try to post some pictures soon....I have them, just haven't had time to scan & post!! Since I have had the 3rd baby, I do not know where my time goes!!! lol!!! It is getting easier though :) Have a wonderful afternoon Uno Masers!!!!! |
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Steff you sure sound like you had a very bad it is days like that, that scare the ---- out of me. Any suggestions for cup drinking? Have tried almost everything and readt the bulletin boards just thought maybe someone had one more idea. Hope to make chat one of these days Risa |
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| Child: | Collin 3 on 2/1 | ||
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Cheri -- I just had to LOL!!! We take Collin the bathroom and do the "POTTY DANCE" too. To say the least we look really silly in public doing this dance but hey if it works... I'll do anything to get this child out of diapers. Steff -- We have had those days with Collin also...STUBBORN, DEFIANT and just plain old OBSTINANT. This child stomps his foot at me and argues with me (One good thing about him not being to verbal is....Since I can't understand what he is saying I don't have to beat his hiney for cusing at me...LOL) I just have to say I love LIV's hair!!! It really make her eye's pop out and frames her face so beautifully. Well, Collin had his IEP evaluation (after I pushed to have them schedule it -- but that is another story that I'm not going into right now). I thought that because of his diagnosis he would automatically quailify for services but seems in Indiana that is not the case. They have one more score to come in and that's on is expressive speech and if he does well on that he will probably will not qualify for services... I was just floored!!! I am so happy he's doing well but it has taken me 7 hours of therapy a week for the past 2.5 years to keep his almost age appropriate. I thought I was just going to have to agrue with them about what preschool setting to put him in not fight for his services OT and especially ST. My insurance doesn't pay for therapies, He was denied the Support Service waiver, and to be honest.....with what they charge for therapy I can't afford to pay for it!!!... I guess I will just have to wait and see what happens when the schedule his IEP...Prayers and suggestions would be appreciated. Thanks and Prayers for all Connie |
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| Name: | steff Email: | ||
| Child: | olivia(5) | ||
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DOLLY CONGRATS to you and most especially ERIC!!!!! YAY!!!!!That is great news. BTW I just saw his picture in the album and sooo glad Susan scanned it for ya. He is adorable. You must be SOOO PROUD!!!! Annie How is Raven?? Since this is one of your resolutions please tell us more bout her. What kind of school program does she attend and where are some more pictures of that CUTIEPIE!!!! OKAy I am sitting here for the first time in what seems like forever. I MUST vent right now cause I just gotta. And btw don't get me wrong I love my girl to death BUT we had the DAY yesterday... K... First she started off the day by being really mean to me. Screaming at me GET AWAY. I Don'y like you.... etc etc. So we hafta go to a new eyeglass store cause Costco called up to say her script was TOOO strong and their lab can't do em. SO we go to a store I like.. She is a TOTAL NIGHTMARE!!!!!As a matter of fact she kicked the back of my seat as I was driving the entire time.(my BIG BIG pet peeve.)At the glasses store she refused to get up and try em on or if she did she would run around the store grabbing at the glasses on the shelves. SO I find a GREAT pair of specs(fisher price) the frames are 120 but too cute to pass up. I bring the wrong ins card.(her ins only pays 40.00 of the entire frames and lenses) then find out from the guy her lenses are soo strong they are gonna be far more expensive than I am used to paying. SO the specs are 220.00 total. I decide to come back the next day when I get her right ins. card. We leave with her lying on the floor refusing to get up acting like OMG SCARY!!!! I get her in the car kicking and screaming (and still kicking the back of my gee darned seat.) and we are off to costco t get my 90.00 dollars I had paid for the glasses she couldn't make. ANOTHER scary trip in there. The girl even calls the lab back and asks em if we pay more for the lenses can they do em... NO they say.. I ask her to ask them what I should expect to pay for these type of lenses(so I don't get ripped off elsewhere) and they say between 100-150..(just the lenses) They also suggested calling the junior blind foundation for some help or the lions club(we are sooo poor right now)So we leave and get in the car whereby Liv gets a video as I am strapping her in and throws it at my face cause a big bleed on my forehead. SO I say she is grounded after we eat lunch. Kyle begs me not to ground her practically in tears himself(he is sooo protective of her) and BEGS her to say SORRY....Shein turen crosses her arms and YELL I AM NOT SAYING SORRY a few times and i drive off. UGGG. Lunch is here I put her in her room and she is crying her eyes out.. UGGG.Throwing toys freaking out.... BIG TIME... So FINALLY I get em to bed and I am beat and about ready to go to bed when I walk upstairrs to find this smell like NEVER before. WELL Liv had the runs all over everywhere. She was still sleeping too. YUCK I don't know how) Kyle was gagging.I had to wake her up , put her in the bath change her sheets mattress cover clean walls air out the room,.(took bout an hour) then FINALLY it was bedtime. Can't tell you how stressed out I was.I have never seen her like this.. SCARY SCARY SCARY!!! I was sooo drained lemme tell ya... GOTTA go had to vent ... |
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| Name: | Debi Email: | ||
| Child: | Gabe/eleven | ||
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Alice...I dont know if your PT is really accuate in her statement that people w/ DS look different/more varied now than 30 yrs. ago. I would venture a THEORY just a theory that ..with infant stim/home care...etc etc..we are helping our children florish and blossom. The "mask" of DS that used to show up in the clinical literature has been pretty much discarded and if anyone is still using it they should be visiting the Uno Mas photo album. |
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| Name: | cheri Email: | ||
| Child: | Jackson my student 5 | ||
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I am so excited, Jackson used the potty in our classroom on Friday and again today!!! His aide takes him in the bathroom every day and sits him on that potty and then changes his pullups. We sign toilet before he goes in there and today, he signed toilet too! Then he went in there and Peed!!!!! OK. . .to it sounds silly to get so excited, but I have been changing this boy for 3 years! It is a goal in his IEP to use the restroom!! It's small, but it's a step in the right direction. The whole class celebrated by doing a little dance (like in the movies) and singing Pee pee in the potty! Everyone got a treat too! Hopefully he will begin to use the potty every day! I LOVE CELEBRATIONS! |
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| Name: | Debi Email: | ||
| Child: | Gabe/eleven | ||
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Gabe is the original barefoot boy..that may be Eric too LOL..the second he comes in the door from anywhere the shoes go flying. I dont think its sensory for him; just that he LIKES to go barefoot. (Like his Mom used to). Sorry..this isnt a whole lot of help.. I will bet that he needs the AFOS; you will have battles; you will (eventually ) win. GOOD LUCK |
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| Name: | Alice | ||
| Child: | Luke (3) | ||
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I think that you should post your questions about an Amnio on BB, so you will get more on that. I know that Monique did that and she said that it was not painful. Good luck to you and please keep us updated. -------------------------------------------- Jackie, that is so important for new parents to see our kids' pictures. I remember myself when I first saw the Photo Album, I had so much relief that kids with DS are the same as ordinary but more fancy. My son's PT says that this days people with DS look different than 30 - 50 years ago. Why is that? |
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| Name: | AnnieC Email: | ||
| Child: | Raven(4 1/2) + 2 | ||
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Dolly....Raven has AFO's too. They have been great. She has had them for almost 2 years...& they have made such a difference. She was unable to stand before, now she is almost walking. She has never fought wearing them though...it's almost as if she knows she needs them. I think if Eric is walking OK without them, maybe he doesn't need them?? They are very restrictive, I know there are a lot of PT's that disagree with the use of AFO's. We had a PT that diasgreed with them, but she said in Raven's case, they are a must!! Hope this helps!! :) Good luck with Weight Watchers Jackie & Emily!!! You can do it!!!! :) Have a wonderful day Uno Masers!!!! |
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| Name: | jackie Email: | ||
| Child: | justin 2 1/2yrs | ||
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Well I'm still waiting to hear back from a parent advocate I found. I sure hope she has some answers for me. She was suppose to have a meeting with the director of Spec.Ed. this morning and was going to take a copy of my letter with her to show him. Wish me luck I sure could use it. Michele-WTG Kourtney on talking up a storm. How cute she must sound. As for the amnio never had one, my sister did and she said it wasn't bad,just pressure sensation. |
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| Name: | Dolly Email: | ||
| Child: | Eric 2 1/2yrs | ||
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Ain't I the chatty one today....But I have a question: We just got back from PT..naturally he would NOT walk for his therapist..she had to help him along and he fought her all the way. Last month, we got 'braces" for Eric...his therapist thought they would give him more support for walking. They are just up to his ankles and go in his shoes..made out of hard plastic with velcro straps. Well, Eric absolutely hates them! Will not even stand up when he has them on. Just sits there and tries to take them off. I have tried 3 different pairs of shoes but nothing helps. It seems the ONLY time he will walk on his own is when he is totally BAREFOOT..no shoes or socks. The therapist thought this is very unusual..I thought it may be a sensory thing..or maybe its as simple as he likes to go barefoot...Has anyone ever noticed this with their child? I would appreciate any input..thanks, Dolly |
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| Name: | Michele Email: | ||
| Child: | Kourtney almost 4 | ||
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I was wondering if anyone has ever had an AMNIO done before, I am now 8 weeks along and they want to do one around 15 weeks, why so early? Well, I have been one meds. for nerves and other issues and me and the ole' Dr. feel this is the best way to go, I was just wondering if it is painful. Cause you know the doctors never tell you the truth about the pain thing. Still hoping for a boy though, Hope everyone has a FABULOUS day !!!!1 Hugs, Michele & Kourtney P.S. My girl is talking like nobody's business here lately and dad and I are SO proud of her I'll post new pics in a couple of days |
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| Name: | Debi Email: | ||
| Child: | gabe/eleven | ||
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AND BTW there was not ONE thing wrong wi/ Emily's dress LOL..okay maybe the ruffles could go LOL..hey!! That's why I concentrate on the "classics" as far as possible. You are so right w?hen you say the photo album could be püblish´ed in ANY format.. each and every picture is a gem..all the photos are SO wonderful Finally....GOOD LUCK w/ the Weight Watchers. Hang in there, it's hard work for ANYBODY |
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| Name: | jackie Email: | ||
| Child: | Emily age 22 | ||
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| Name: | jackie Email: | ||
| Child: | Emily age 22 | ||
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And back to my post...Susan, good friend, reminded me how important it was to her early on to realize that our kids didnt have to look like pictures in the textbooks from the 50's...and I agree with her. We all want what is best for our kids...and appearance is all part of that. I think maybe a good way to say this is that we should make sure our kids do the most they can with what they were given. A good example of this is.....if you look at some older women who have DS you see that often they have tight curly perms. I guess the reason being that its easy to take care of...but...you show me the person who REALLY looks good with a very short tight curly perm...and I will be amazed. I think people do this in the often mistaken assumption that this is all the individual can deal with. In Emily's case her appearance is markedly enhanced with just a touch of make up...but...most of the time she refuses to take the time. She now knows when she absolutely should make the effort and I dont have to even suggest it to her anymore. I guess everything is relative. I am at the point in life now when appearance doesnt much to me...I do notice though...good grooming. When we go to national conferences I am much more intrigued by personable outgoing individuals. You know..we all love our kids sooo much that we just want it ALL for them...so perhaps it would have been better to just thank Jenny for the VERY NICE compliment and keep my big mouth shut on this subject. Our Photo Album here is FILLED with beautiful children...Each month could be a calendar that people would buy. |
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| Name: | Suzi Email: | ||
| Child: | Merideth 21mths | ||
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Anyone see that HBO show last night? And Dolly! Woo-hoo! You have a walker! Meri is so close, I think like in other stuff, she's holding out on us! Wow, Jackie had ANOTHER career???I've lost track woman!Maybe you could tie them all together & paint your own fabrics for clothes??? MichelleMcC....I really don't remember if I ever sent my Christmas card...i sure hope there was one from us in there....things got so outta hand...first I ran outta stamps, then printer paper...then envelopes Well...I'm waiting to hear from Meri's caseworker to turn in a FSS wishlist for this quarter...we're trying for either the mini trap with handlebar or the swinging bridge attachment for the outdoor play structure. |
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| Name: | Dolly Email: | ||
| Child: | Eric2;Matt22;Mike20;Meg19 | ||
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Well, I'm so excited...Eric was "walking" up a storm last nite! It was like a Marathon..walked back and forth about 10 times...to me than his sis. We were so jazzed! We go to pt today and I can't wait to tell his therapist. Now the dog better watch out! My hubby was so thrilled..I'm glad Eric did it when Dad was home too. We all had to clap and cheer each time he took steps...he's quite the "HAM". Well, gotta go get him ready for pt...talk to ya all later..Dolly |
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| Name: | allisa Email: | ||
| Child: | Erin. almost 3 | ||
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Hi all, Happy Martin Luther King Day...I was just discussing with my son how different the world might be today if he wasn't taken so early. I wish we had some leaders like him now. Jackie, as always I love your messages !! Have you written a book yet for us ?? It has been awhile since I have posted so I thought maybe I missed the news ! You know we all need it ! Thanks for always being the calm voice of reason. But may I just say that we won't be taking fashion advice from you !! Just kiddig !!! I think I have one of those dresses in my closet, too... next to my legwarmers and torn "flashdance" sweatshirts !! Traci... Erin was a huge mouther, too !! A couple of things worked for us... though nothing STOPPED the mouthing !! A bumble ball.... plastic with little knobs on it... it bounces ans shakes.... Erin LOVED it so much she broke 3 of them !!! SHe would hold it on her face and her whole body would be shaking, but she couldn't get enough of it.... and it "replaced" the chewing. The other thing ... not quite as jolting as the bumble ball was a Star Teether... they have them at Walmart & Toys R US... I own about 5 I think !!! They are plastic with a star on top that vibrates when you bite it. Eirn is such a sensor-seeker that she alwyas has something in her mouth or banging against her face. I think time will mature her system so that she won't need the constant input, until then I think all you can do is provide suitable things for her to mouth and if she gets enough direct feedback from it she may not be seeking it so much. You guys.. all the photos in the album are so awesome... I couldn't even begin to name names for fear that I would forget someone !! That is my favorit part of this site. Take care all ! Allisa |
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| Name: | Annie S Email: | ||
| Child: | Sonny 8 | ||
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Jaylie is so cute and I love the Angel Andrew... I think I love the photo album the best ...and Monique and your sweet little ones... Sonny stayed home with Dad today it was a guys day...they worked on the race car engine..Sonny is already getting excited for racing.... Good night all take care |
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| Name: | Susan Email: | ||
| Child: | Emily, age 11 | ||
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I think that you and I have a few things in common.....although, sigh I am a FEW years older. I also have 4 children. Three boys, and one wonderful little girl who has Down syndrome. She is 11 years old(can that be possible???)and is absolutely the light of my life! ~ I just showed the pictures of Jackie's Emily at age 11 to my own Emily and asked her "Who is that pretty girl"? Her face lit up, and she said "That's ME"!!! LOL I'm sure she was wondering...."How come I do not remember having that picture taken"????? Too funny. I guess they do look a bit alike! ~ Susan |
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| Name: | Dolly Email: | ||
| Child: | Eric 2 1/2yrs.. | ||
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Speaking of memories, my hubby bought me this old-fashioned turn-table (for albums and 45 records...i have quite a collection). Eric and I spent the afternoon "gettin-down with the oldies". "Born to be Wild, Brown-eyed girl, Hello-I love you, Close to you, we just danced our little hearts out! My older daughter thinks we're crazy, but it was fun! Didn't get much housework done, but hey, it'll be there tomorrow... Dolly |
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| Name: | jackie Email: | ||
| Child: | Emily age 22 | ||
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I have told you there is a new DS group formed here and I told them I would not be attending as I was not too happy with Emily's appearance at the moment. She is very very overweight and I was afraid if the parents of young children who had heard a lot about her accomplishments met her...they would lose some hope..and dreams that her stories have given them. A day later I found my heart and my usually upbeat nature...dragging on the floor...and realized I was not practicing what I have so often preached. I too was focusing on Emilys current packaging....not her as a person. So I called and apologized for shortchanging Emily..and said of course we would be there!!!! I think we all have times when we look at our children and just do NOT SEE the DS....(just as I can look into MY mirror and see the thin person that is hiding deep inside of me...LOL) We have discussed that often here before. There is really no correlation between appearance and ability...I am sure some others on this site can express this far more eloquently than I can. But...thank you for your compliment...and I DO think Emily is the most beautiful person on earth...and imagine you feel the same way about your little Jaylie.....(ps...if any of my other daughters are reading this...you are also the most beautiful child on earth.) |
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| Child: | Zachary | ||
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| Name: | Robin Email: | ||
| Child: | Chase | ||
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Grrrr to the Chase man! He deleted my yahoo messenger from my computer! The nerve and if that isnt enough..he killed what was left of Dave's fish AGAIN last night. Poor Dave is so sad:-( he loves those fish maybe more then us..or should I say lovED. Hurt my back somehow and cant stand to sit but will try to get back later..missed chat last night cause we had a house full ..it was so wonderful to have that! Havent seen my brother for two years and he showed up with his family :-) I see we have a couple of new people...welcome! I wil give you a proper welcome when I am able to sit longer but to the mom with the older son..do you have a ARC in your comunity? They do alot here with older people with DS here. Also maybe call mental health and see what they ahve to offer you? We have programs here and respite money, alos a few trained individuals to help give you respite. Crossing my fingers for you. And to the other mom, I am sorry I forgot both your names, trying to watch Chase not get into anything and type... he also was a chewer but it stopped on its own..right about the time he started grinding his teeth! ok got to go..huggers everyone, Robin |
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| Name: | AnnieC Email: | ||
| Child: | Raven, Abbi, & Emmy | ||
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| Name: | AnnieC Email: | ||
| Child: | Raven, Abbi, & Emmy | ||
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Raven has yet another cold....soon to be sinus infection :( Guess it is that time of year. She has shared her cold with her 2 younger sisters, so we have a very cranky household. So much for sleep...lol. Traci....I wish I had some advice for you too. Raven is 4 1/2 & still chews a lot. She has graduated to chewing on her sleeves of her shirt. Being so cold, I am reluctant to put short sleeves on her. Her OT at school pins a rubber straw to her shirt & when she needs to chew...redirects her to that. We also have a nuk chew that she sometimes uses. She seems to really need to "chew" when she has a cold or sinus infections, so I wonder if she is relieving some pressure. Good luck :) Well, time to go.....the girls are done with lunch!! Hope you all have a wonderful day!! :) |
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| Name: | AnnieC Email: | ||
| Child: | Raven, Abbi, & Emmy | ||
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Raven has yet another cold....soon to be sinus infection :( Guess it is that time of year. She has shared her cold with her 2 younger sisters, so we have a very cranky household. So much for sleep...lol. |
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| Name: | Risa Email: | ||
| Child: | Marissa 28 months | ||
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I have been missing in action for awhile. Marissa is battling the winter respitory infection that seems to start in December and go all the way until May. They started her on a new inhaler it has not helped and now she is more grouchy than ever so back to the drawing board on that one. She is making strides in many areas but CUP or straw drinking UGH!!!!!!!!!!!!! In school she refuses to do things that she has been doing for months it can make you really crazy at times. I have embarked on a self-improvement program and am trying to get my life back in order. Thinking of trying for another sometime this summer but still scared out of my mind. HOpe all is well. I have missed you all and your stories. I to am thankful for this very wonderful village it has been a real lifesaver for me over these past few months and I have passed it on to several others who were in need of place where they could find a family that understands them. Talk to you all soon Risa |
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| Name: | Jackie Email: | ||
| Child: | justin 2yrs | ||
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Ok Heather I tried to send you the cheat sheet but my e-mail account is messed up right now so I will try again tomorrow. |
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| Name: | Traci Email: | ||
| Child: | Ashlyn 3 1/2 | ||
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Okay I need someone who is there now or who has been there and has suggestions on what to do!! My Ashlyn LOVES, LOVES, LOVES to put everything in her mouth, and I do mean everything. I swear she was a billy goat in another life. She absolutely loves to eat paper (her favorite), stickers, strings, etc, etc. We do the heimlich (sp?) a couple of times a week on this girl. A little about her...she had infantile spasms (a type of seizures that lasted for long periods of time all day, every day) from 4 months old until she was 1 1/2. So her doctors say "look at her as a 2 year old with Downs," because she lost a year of her life. So okay, she is a 2 year old with Downs..when will she stop putting everything in her mouth? Does the madness end soon? Also, she isn't walking alone yet. She does pull up and cruise around the furniture though. I am at my wits end with this silly girl!! She thinks it is sooo funny!! She isn't chewing well either, so when she steals her younger brother's WHOLE peanut butter cracker and tries to swallow it whole, it is not too fun trying to dig that out of her throat either!! Any suggestions will be greatly appreciated!! P.s. I love reading the funny stories you guys have about your kids!! I have some about this silly girl too!! Hopefully I can join in soon. It has been a tearful, joyous 3 1/2 years so far and gets sweeter every day! |
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| Name: | gramma joan Email: | ||
| Child: | granddaughter Zoë ( 4) | ||
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You may want to register and log in to the Bulletin Board section of this site for help with your question. That will give you the opportunity to expand on the specifics of the area in which you live, what you would like to see for your son Sam, and then see the replies to those questions. Good Luck! gramma joan |
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| Child: | grand daughter Zoë 4 | ||
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| Name: | Linda Email: | ||
| Child: | Adam 8, + 2 girls | ||
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Well gotta get going - been lax on doing "my chores" the last couple of days -- just wanted to say "Hi!" Oh & Michelle Mc -- Like "Mama" Jackie (Em's Mom)I am also NOT one of the ones who stuffed your PO Box w/ cards - BUT I DO want to be one of the ones to thank you for this site!! YOU ARE THE BEST!!! Thanks from the bottom of our hearts!! Have a great Sunday all! Our friend may take the kids again tonite (is she crazy or what??!) since there is no school tomorrow - so can't promise I'll be in chat but may stop by if I get a moment! {{Hugs!!}} :) Linda |
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| Name: | Susan Email: | ||
| Child: | Emily Lauren Pace, age 11 | ||
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~ I'll see you all in chat tomorrow night! Susan |
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| Name: | Debi Email: | ||
| Child: | Gabester | ||
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BIG Congrats to Justin, Jackie..whoooo hooo big boy bed tme!! He is growing, WHAT are you feeding that kid?? LOL |
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| Name: | steff Email: | ||
| Child: | olivia(5) | ||
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WELL My dads retirement party was a SMASHING success. he had the BEST time.... So did all of us. I actually got a picture of my ma,dad,sis,bro, and I...I'll send it out soon.Hmmm. I made my speech which was funny and touching too.(yes this clown had some nice words for my pops...lol) AND YES I had a long island ice tea before the speech...LMAO.. OMG they are STRONG!!!!!Good food great friends and family... SOOO nice. My kids stayed with my buddy. They were still awake at 11 30 when I got back.. UGGG AND they woke up at 6 30. AND we are going to KNotts berry farm(camp snoopy today) I am INSANE..LOL It will be me,kyle liv and 2 other kids who are 4 and 6.But we'll have fun.. Liv is a complete CRANK. She is always fast asleep at 8 pm and she is as tired as all get out..HOPEFULLY she'll change the tude.. YIKESWELL gotta git. wish me well all alone with em... ACTUALLY say a prayer...LMAO.... BYE Have a great weekend. |
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| Name: | Dolly Email: | ||
| Child: | Eric 30months | ||
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Another cold one...brr.. Nice talking to some of you last night. I can't wait to meet everyone and their kids. My hubby "chalked" off the basement for the re- modeling project...it looks like a crime scene! We have a contractor coming over tonite to give us some ideas and estimates. With a grandbaby coming, we could use the extra space, since they will be living with us for a time. I guess I'll have to get another "jail" for the newbie...Lol..I'm not ready to "spring" Eric out of his yet. Hope everyone has a good weekend. Dolly |
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| Name: | Jackie Email: | ||
| Child: | justin 2yrs | ||
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Welcome to all to the new comers and hope to hear more about your little ones'. Michele-Kourtneys' mom CONGRATULATIONS!!!!!!! Michele Mc-What can I say that everyone else hasn't,but again THANK YOU so much for giving us the opportunity to find our long lost family:). I too was in tears reading your post,I cannot begin to tell how much this site or should I say family means to us. I LOVE THIS VILLAGE!:)and how about we rename chat to town meeting :)yes our next town meeting is Sunday nite has a nice ring lol. THE BIGGEST HUG to you and all your hard work and time it is very very much appreciated. Robin- Awwww WTG Chase! I hope we can thaw out before next month lol. See ya soon! Cathy- sure hope Princess is still free lol:) Isn't this fun :) We couldn't be happier for all of you WTG Katie! Now say Mom princess I know she can but she must sense how much you want her to say it lol. Aren't they the cutest lol. Don't worry Justin teased me for the longest time too he would put his hand toward his mouth to sign mom and poof start cracking up and sign dad, then when he actually started saying it he would do the same thing mmmmdad lol. Just when you need to hear it the really most she will and you better have the kleenex ready :). Steff- loved the pics of the new doo Liv looks like a natural model posing there:). And I definitely hear you on the brushing the long hair both of mine have it and I have been warned numerous times if I go near it with scissors I'm disowned on both sides lol. Well gonna scoot and finish cleaning while the biggest kid is up north for the weekend lol. Hope everyone has a great one. |
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| Name: | gramma joan Email: | ||
| Child: | grand daughter Zoë (4) | ||
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A friend across the pond brought my attention to a program that will be on HBO next week. It is called "GRADUATING PETER". I'm in the central time zone and it's showing on HBO or Direct TV (dish) at 9:30 - 11. The show description reads "a young man with Down Syndrome graduates from high school". My friend has seen it already. Just thought all you Mums and Dads would like some advance notice of the program. But please check your TV guides for exact times in your area. Hugs to all! gramma joan |
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| Name: | Cathy Email: | ||
| Child: | Katie, 2 | ||
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First of all, I want to take this opportunity to thank you Michelle Mc.. for this website and my new family. I must say that I am an UNOAHOLIC!!! I have learned so much from this website and all the wonderful members. Thank you from the bottom of my heart! I was in tears reading your post and then all the replies! Hugs to you! Cathy |
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| Name: | jackie Email: | ||
| Child: | Emily age 22 | ||
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| Name: | Connie Email: | ||
| Child: | Collin | ||
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Robin - Just want to say on the eye surgery...My little man, Gray has relly bad eye sight and I know surgery is not an option until he's over 18 and has stopped growing unless it would be surgery to correct a balance problem (keep his eyes from crossing). Steff -- OH MY!!! Little Liv's hair I love it short!!! She looks so angelic!! OH man--- Work calls have to run Connie |
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| Name: | Robin Email: | ||
| Child: | Chase | ||
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I was wondering Steffy...do you think our children could be helped with their eyes by corrective surgery?? I have been wondering that for a while now. I know adults that have gotten it done and love the fact they no longer have to wear glasses. I guess when Chase goes back for his next appt... I will have to ask that question. Hugs to all and I hope everyone's day is sunny, both inside and outside :-) love, Robin |
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| Name: | Jackie Email: | ||
| Child: | Emily age 22 | ||
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| Child: | Emily age 22 | ||
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| Name: | Debi Email: | ||
| Child: | gabe/eleven | ||
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ROBIN:: You have found the WISEST Dr. one who has written you the VERY best script (outside Ambien LOL) that you could use. Follow Drs. orders now LOL |
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| Name: | steff Email: | ||
| Child: | olivia(5) | ||
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Michelle Mc.....Thanks to YOU for making this site possible.. I can't believe I have been coming here for soo long. I believe Susan and I discovered Uno Mas at about the same time....ONE of these days i AM gonna meet ya.... :) Now you are a girl I'd like to meet!!!! I too jackie was a complete computer illiterate...BUT your site motivated me and the people here taught me how to use it. THANKFULLY Susan taught me how to CUT and PASTE LONG AGO...LOL.. Thanks Susan... ;)I never knew you could do that SILLY ME!!!!!Give casey a HUG and we will be around your neck of the woods Sunday!!!! AND YIKES I am taking 4 kids and myself to camp Snoopy Saturday. Am I losing it or what!!!I'll tell ya saturday night...((HUGS))) to you for all that you have given to ME!!!! OKAY!!! I actually got Olivia an eye appt for today. She had to miss school but hey she will be getting her new specs soon. GOOD thing we did go. MAN.. Her eyes are worse. She is sooo VERY farsighted. Her vision is 7.0 in both eyes. I joked with Jeff on the phone today that we're gonna hafta start saying "OLIVIA WHAT BIG EYES YOU HAVE" LOLOL...The doc said no cataracts but a disc?? in her right eye is MUCH larger than the left. he wants to see her in a year to check what is up with that. Now liv wears her glasses great. She wakes up and asks for em first thing(even before food!!! LOL). The doc said that her farsightedness getting worse so quickly has nothing to do with anything she or we are doing JUST that's Liv... cause man she wears em right up to the time she hits the sack...GEEZ now I know why her schoolwork is sooo frustrating to her(partly cause she doesn't like to do it) cause her precription is too weak.Her last script was 5.5 and 6.0 in the other eye... Hmmm what else is up??? Oh yea Livs newest thing to do in school is to hide in the closet when she doesn't wanna do something..LOL..OOPS!!!Well I am off to bed. My dads retirement party is tomorrow night. HMMM lets see I hafta watch another child after school take him home then my kids to my pals then I was elected to give a speech in front of 50 people. THANKFULLY they are my family. BUT STILL... LOL.. Must go write Nighty night |
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| Name: | gramma joan Email: | ||
| Child: | granddaughter Zoë (4) | ||
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just take a stroll through the January 2003 photo album! Thanks for sharing everyone! OMG.....they are all SO CUTE! gramma joan |
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| Name: | kathy Email: | ||
| Child: | Sarah, 12 and four others | ||
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| Name: | Rickis mom | ||
| Child: | Ricki age 8 | ||
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And Michelle, I also want to say a big thanks to you as well! |
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| Name: | Robin Email: | ||
| Child: | Chase | ||
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Michele...congratulations....crossing my fingers for a healty baby boy :-) Welcome Karen..you will love it here in our village :-) Well the Chase man went to the dr today and it is a good thing you are all sitting down because.....he was an angel!!!! This is a new dr for Chase..he is our family dr. He asked Chase all kinds of questions and he sat there and answered every one, impressed the ehck right out of him when he read for him :-) ( yes I was beaming, how often does my child act like a perfect sweetheart?) Then I had a dr appt and guess what the dr said.... he said I need to spend more time here on the computer..LOLOL, I thought DH would fall over but he just smiled. Seems I am under a but too much stress and need to start refueling as they put it and seeing as being with you guys makes my heart smile... here I am! Ok time for dinner...dont forget chat tonight hugs, Robin |
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| Name: | Lindy Email: | ||
| Child: | Jenna ( 29 months) | ||
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| Name: | jackie Email: | ||
| Child: | Emily age 22 | ||
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| Name: | Michele Email: | ||
| Child: | Kourtney almost 4 | ||
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I wanted to let all of the rest of you know that Kourtney and Kaylyn will be getting a new baby brother or sister around Sept. I just found out and ....Wish me luck |
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| Name: | Debi Email: | ||
| Child: | Gabe/eleven | ||
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The Uno Mas Village YOUR vision and creativity has created is, I think, a model for any on line support group. Pat yourself a big one on the back,, bust your buttons , swell with pride.. you deserve it all!! The only teeny tiny complaint I have is that you do not post enough. We WANT to hear from you Michelle!!! |
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| Name: | Alice | ||
| Child: | Luke(3) | ||
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I am sorry I did not sent a card to you, so I would like to say you my big THANKS for the wonderful web site - our second home. I wish you the BEST and happy New Year! |
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| Name: | Alice | ||
| Child: | Luke | ||
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Welcome back, dear! We missed you too! I am so glad that you all are going great! Can't wait to see your picture. |
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| Name: | gramma joan Email: | ||
| Child: | granddaughter Zoë 4 | ||
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I hope to meet you in person some day. Luv, gramma joan |
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| Name: | Dolly Email: | ||
| Child: | Eric 2 1/2yrs. | ||
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KRISTI: thanks so much for putting Eric's pics in the photo album. I had him sitting at the computer with me last nite and showed him his pics..he kept pointing at them and laughing...like "hey, I know that guy". Thanks again. Dolly and Eric |
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| Name: | Tammy Email: | ||
| Child: | Lewis the Menace | ||
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Just got back from our OT review for the year. Lewis is doing FINE (pardon the pun) and has achieved all his goals for last year plus more. The only thing she wants him to work on for this term so far is matching, ie; colors, shapes etc..... which all seems a bit advanced for him but if that is what she reckons he is ready for then I guess that is what we will work on....if I can get hm interested.. LOL... Just wanted to let everyone know.. I have made up an album of a few of my holiday snaps and you can see them at... www.itsmyhouse.com/tammyshouse and click on the car. Michelle.... the enormity of this site is incredible. I am soooo far away from everyone over there.... but I feel like I know everyone as if they were my neighbors. I LOVE coming here. I must say THANKYOU for doing such a wonderful job. Gotta be going..... things to do...... Mangoes to eat...... Until next time... Tammy. |
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| Name: | MichelleMc | ||
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When I opened the tiny door to my PO box, it practically exploded with red, green and white envelopes. No ads or junkmail... they must have weeded all that out to make room for the good stuff. It was packed full of an outpouring thoughtfulness that overwhelmed me beyond description. Oh my gosh. I can't put in words how wonderful it felt to read all those cards, see all those beatiful pictures of your families and just look at the return addresses from all over the country... OK, MI, ID, TN, VA, NM, UT, IN, NE, IA, IL, CA, OH, LA, AL, NY, MI, OK, IA, NE, OR,HA, AZ, WA, NV, PA, NJ, TX ... I sat in the parking lot reading them all with tears in my eyes and a feeling of happiness that I can't describe. I just want to thank you all for your thoughtfulness and for reminding me how much I enjoy being a part of this website. Thank You!! Michelle |
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| Name: | Susan Email: | ||
| Child: | Emily | ||
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| Name: | Monique Email: | ||
| Child: | jameson 2 1/2 | ||
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Happy New year to you all!! Monique |
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| Name: | Susan Email: | ||
| Child: | Emily | ||
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| Name: | Karen Auld Email: | ||
| Child: | Peyton aULD | ||
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| Name: | cheri Email: | ||
| Child: | Jackson (my student) | ||
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Cheri p.s. Jackson is having a bout of stubborness!! Imagine that! He refused to sit down at the snack table today in kindergarten. . .layed on the floor until we "helped" him up. . .then the little ... refused to eat snack. It was cookies!!! He LOVES cookies! I could see him set his jaw and just plain refuse! So he went without snack today :( How sad for him! He's usually not too stubborn, and can be easily redirected. . .I guess he's trying on stubborn to see how it fits! He ate a really good lunch at noon!!! |
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| Name: | Kristi Email: | ||
| Child: | Cody (8yrs.) | ||
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Steff, I love Livs hair cut! Was wondering if you cried when you got it cut? Hayli wants hers cut that short but I told her when she turns 18...LOL. Just can't let her just yet, even if it is her hair...LOL. Maria, what a beautiful family you have!! Love the pics!! Annie, love Mikey's pics also, that was a great pic! What a smile! Well, just have to say I love ALL the pics, just can't list them all! What beautiful kids we have. Hugs, Kristi |
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| Name: | Susan Email: | ||
| Child: | Emily, age 11 | ||
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~ I guess I should stop complaining about our cold weather here....cause it is only 21 here, and that sounds like a heat wave compared to Chicago! I just heard that it is going to be 80degrees in Los Angeles today. I've GOT to go and visit Steff and my mom! ~ Have a great day everyone and don't forget CHAT tomorrow night at 8:30pm central time. Susan |
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| Name: | Robin Email: | ||
| Child: | Chase | ||
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You guys.... I forget who said they wanted to see a pic of our Steffy but oh no you dont...the brat is drop dead gorgeous! Skinny, perfect body, gorgeous hair ( livvie gets it from mommie) honest, trust me..you are better off not seeing her :-)LOL hugs Steff Susan, Debi and Cathy, chating was great last night, it has been way too long. Where were the rest of you at?:-) hugs to all, Robin |
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| Name: | Deborah | ||
| Child: | Jennifer 3 | ||
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Steff.. Olivia looks so cute with her new hairdo. - I am having an awful time with static in Jennifer's hair. Does anyone have any solutions for this fly away mess?? I tried wiping her hair with a bounce dryer sheet..it worked for about 10 min. Or is this something I have to deal with until spring??? |
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| Name: | Debi Email: | ||
| Child: | Gabe/eleven | ||
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Yes, the Cute Club..that expreses it perfectly . I have never , not ever seen such CUTE CUTE kids the cute police try, but every month it just gets worse, they are ready to throw up their hands and say.. go ahead, be as cute as you wanna be LOL |
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| Name: | Mary L. Email: | ||
| Child: | Patrick + 3 | ||
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I had to go check out the photo album after reading all the comments and it is so true~we do have the cutest kids! Steff~I LOVE Olivia's hair cut. That child has the most gorgeous hair color. Can I bring her to the salon with me next time so I can tell them to give me her color? Annie M ~Could Mikey look any more grown up? And Zach just looks too adorable in his school picture. I am going to email you with specific dates to choose from for us to get together. This is because I am so bad at saying we have to get together and then not finding a specific date. So watch for that email! Patrick is doing well since his adnoids were removed. However, he is more congested then ever! His nose has a constant stream of goop coming out of it. My Dh says it's too soon after the adnoids came out to be expecting that to have cleared up already but I'm disappointed. I was really hoping this would help with some of the congestion. Another thing with this child is that he is starting to only want to eat American cheese and it's driving me nuts. He wakes up in the morning and walks to the refridgerator saying "key key"(his word for cheese). I've had to hide the cheese and tell him it's all gone. This is a boy who used to eat anything for me :( Alright~I have to go get Patrick ready for speech~I just want to hibernate and not go outside for the rest of today (or winter for that matter!) Have a great day everyone! Mary L. |
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| Name: | Dolly Email: | ||
| Child: | Eric 2 1/2yrs. | ||
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STEFF: I LOVE Olivia's new hair cut!! really shows her sweet little face..she looks beautiful. And STAN...He's the man! What a little darlin..I love those chubby legs...You can just eat him up..All the kids are gorgeous. I love looking at the pics..really makes my day. I sent Kristi some pics of Eric..she is going to post them for me..what a sweetie she is. Now Eric can join the "cute club". Talk to ya all later |
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| Name: | Annie S Email: | ||
| Child: | sonny | ||
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Annie M I love Mikey and Zacks new pictures Mikey looks so cute in his glasses he looks so much older and taller...and the smile is so cute.. Susan wow Emily just gets prettier as she gets older..love her smile.. and all of the others they are all such cute kids...Love the Lyon boys hair too cute Mary... Sure miss seeing Connie,Lorena,Cindy,and Shawna...and I know there are many more missing here..hope all is well with you all of you we MISS YOU Rosemay welcome you will love this sight warning it is addictive....LOL Love you all Annie |
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| Name: | Rosemary Email: | ||
| Child: | Jenna | ||
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Jenna is doing well at the moment. No more feeding tube thank goodness. She is nice and chubby and has rosy cheeks. She was born with Tetralogy of Fallot and a complete AV canal. She has had one surgery to put a BT shunt in place. Since then she has done very well. Her OHS will be done sometime within the next few months. She is a delight for all of us as I am certain your Zoe is. If you have any suggestions for grammas please pass them on. This is all very new to me so I am open to any and all suggestions and information. I look forward to hearing from you again.Rosemary |
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| Name: | kathleen Email: | ||
| Child: | Rhienne, 6 | ||
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Jackie, I miss our morning chats too. Wonder how the Dean is doing. Think he misses me? Susan, have you found somebody else to have "naked chat" with? LOLOLOL Try and explain THAT one!!!ROFL |
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| Name: | Susan Email: | ||
| Child: | Emily | ||
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| Child: | Emily age 22 | ||
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| Name: | steff Email: | ||
| Child: | olivia(5) | ||
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I'm gonna put in a picture of Olivias new haircut... I fixed it up a bit more yesterday cause my old scissors i used on Sunday bent her hair and were hard to cut with.I had to get new ones. SPEAKING OF HAIR!!!!!!!! LORENA WHERE ARE YOU?????? How is the Clarkster???? PRAWNS...YUM... BTW Tammy Olivia LOVES mangoes. She had em for breakfast this morning as a matter of fact!!!! |
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| Child: | Emily age 22 | ||
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| Name: | Robin Email: | ||
| Child: | Chase/10 | ||
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Tammy..LOLOL, call me a dork..I knew shrimp were called prawns, just forgot for the moment ;-) I sure would love fresh prawns right about now..in mango sauce or not. LOL about the mangoes...how about making mango jam or jelly???? I have never eaten one in my life so I dont know if it would work or not but they use every other kind of fruit for that so why not mangoes??? Hurry up with the pics :-) Dolly...LOL to Eric's picture taking..the window down was a brilliant idea I thought!!! ;-) Cant wait to see them! Jackie...20 degrees? That sounds like a dream come true, it hasnt gotten over 10 today and that is without the wond chill brrrrr, I wish it would snow to cover all that ugly brown, and I dont mean like the snow they got in upper NY ( 4 feet)..yikers! I just mean a couple inches or so. That or bring on summer..I cant take any more cold barren landscape. I am longing for the flowers, sunshine, warm weather and green grass. Chase also has always had poor fine motor skills. He struggles with his writing so much but he has decided he likes it I guess as he is writing every word he sees in the house lately..all the canned goods and box goods are not safe from him right now..he is taking everything out of cubboards and copying books also ;-) Man, I love this kid, even when he is bad ( just not as much) he can be the sweetest and funniest child one second and a demon the next.This morning he hit me when I told him it was time for school ( yes he got into BIG trouble) and five minutes later when we pulled up to the school, he kept attacking me with kisses and wouldnt let me out of the car, LOL! What a brat :-) Ok time to get some work done. I hope you all have a great day, hugs, Robin |
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| Name: | Tammy Email: | ||
| Child: | Lewis | ||
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Yes Becky..... I forget the language differences sometimes... Prawns ARE shrimp....BIG ones. One of our towns main industries is fishing and we get fresh prawns off the boats as they come in during the prawning season. Prawns are finished now so I am using my stock of frozen ones until may when they start up again. Right now it is Crayfish season...(Like Lobster with no claws) YUMMMMMMM........ And Mangoes...... I have SOOOOO many mangoes at the moment I dont know what to do with em all. I have peeled sliced and frozen heaps, I have put some in the dehydrator and made some fruit leather, we have had mango sauce on just about everything we have eaten... not to mention just sitting outside and peeling and eating fresh mangoes..... YUMMMM.... If anyone has ANY good mango recipes... I would appreciate them !! I have been on this computer for 3 hours so far trying to get up a website with some of my holiday snaps....it just seems to take too long so I am giving up for today... try again tomorrow..... Also Hubby just phoned and advised me we are having the boss and someone else over for a BBQ tonight.... great, now I have to clean the house.......... Must be going..... Bye for now.... Tammy. |
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| Child: | Emily,Justin,Jordan,Michael | ||
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