It's here... and I am in LOVE... LOL. Busy working on the yearbook on a 20 inch screen! So much easier than the 13 inch one~Back to work!
Sunday, February 24, 2008
It's HERE!
It's here... and I am in LOVE... LOL. Busy working on the yearbook on a 20 inch screen! So much easier than the 13 inch one~Back to work!
Friday, February 22, 2008
Running and Reflections
Its been some time since I posted... life just gets in the way!
I've been running again. Chris bought me a new Ipod Nano for Valentine's Day so that I can use the Nike+ system. I just got it all figured out and am loving it so far. I also found a free podcast that goes through each training session/week of the couch potato to 5k program. I started with week 3 since I trained in the fall. It wasn't too bad. I did all three workouts this week, and am feeling pretty sore but good about it. Today was tough, but I made it! The goal is finishing the Shamrock Shuffle on March 30th. I was doubting myself for awhile, but I am feeling stronger. I am actually looking forward to running. (don't tell Chris.. I swore that would NEVER happen!)
I was struck again today with the realization that I am not "over" the failed adoption. Just when I think I have closed that wound, the band-aid gets ripped off. Once again I was face to face with the family that had approached ME about the adoption last June. I am angry... not at the decision that this family made for the child. I support that 110%. I am angry about the fact that there has been no regard for my feelings by this family and the impact that all of this had on MY life. I just want some acknowledgment from them... acknowledging the pain that Chris and I must be feeling. It has become apparent that I am going to have to have a conversation with them. I need that closure.
I have started researching treatment options again, though. I have an "insider" who has given me some advice. I need to look into consulting with Dr. Beer's clinic. We need to do something. We've been stagnant for the past year and the time is now. We've been notified by the adoption agency that they are pulling our foster care license since we haven't done anything yet. I am hoping we can still get the process started. I am asking Chris to make that call on Monday.
Speaking of Chris, I came home today to a clean house! I love that man. My intention was to clean tonight and tomorrow but he did a big chunk of it for me today. That is a big help as I need to get a BIG chunk of the yearbook done this weekend. He has a swim meet all weekend, so I will have all the time in the world to devote to the yearbook. I am hoping I will be able to focus tomorrow on it!
This may be my last post from this laptop... My new IMac is on its way to me! We ordered it on Saturday and it is supposed to be delivered tomorow. I am beyond excited. Who thought I would ever become a Mac person? Not me! I hope it comes tomorrow, but I know that the temptation to play with it will be strong and I really need to get the yearbook done. We'll see!
I've been running again. Chris bought me a new Ipod Nano for Valentine's Day so that I can use the Nike+ system. I just got it all figured out and am loving it so far. I also found a free podcast that goes through each training session/week of the couch potato to 5k program. I started with week 3 since I trained in the fall. It wasn't too bad. I did all three workouts this week, and am feeling pretty sore but good about it. Today was tough, but I made it! The goal is finishing the Shamrock Shuffle on March 30th. I was doubting myself for awhile, but I am feeling stronger. I am actually looking forward to running. (don't tell Chris.. I swore that would NEVER happen!)
I was struck again today with the realization that I am not "over" the failed adoption. Just when I think I have closed that wound, the band-aid gets ripped off. Once again I was face to face with the family that had approached ME about the adoption last June. I am angry... not at the decision that this family made for the child. I support that 110%. I am angry about the fact that there has been no regard for my feelings by this family and the impact that all of this had on MY life. I just want some acknowledgment from them... acknowledging the pain that Chris and I must be feeling. It has become apparent that I am going to have to have a conversation with them. I need that closure.
I have started researching treatment options again, though. I have an "insider" who has given me some advice. I need to look into consulting with Dr. Beer's clinic. We need to do something. We've been stagnant for the past year and the time is now. We've been notified by the adoption agency that they are pulling our foster care license since we haven't done anything yet. I am hoping we can still get the process started. I am asking Chris to make that call on Monday.
Speaking of Chris, I came home today to a clean house! I love that man. My intention was to clean tonight and tomorrow but he did a big chunk of it for me today. That is a big help as I need to get a BIG chunk of the yearbook done this weekend. He has a swim meet all weekend, so I will have all the time in the world to devote to the yearbook. I am hoping I will be able to focus tomorrow on it!
This may be my last post from this laptop... My new IMac is on its way to me! We ordered it on Saturday and it is supposed to be delivered tomorow. I am beyond excited. Who thought I would ever become a Mac person? Not me! I hope it comes tomorrow, but I know that the temptation to play with it will be strong and I really need to get the yearbook done. We'll see!
Sunday, February 10, 2008
Sisterhood Album
I've been working on this mini album for the last week. I don't even remember when I first bought this album, but have wanted to do something with it for a long time. These photos just seemed like the right fit. Each 2 page LO includes a photo of myself with one of my "virtual" sisters that I met this summer. These girls have all become a BIG part of my life, so I am so glad I finally got around to getting these pages done.
I will post more photos of the inside pages later.
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