Lacto-Ovo Vegetarian

Hello All!

You've guys have seen me and my family go through a move, become a foster family, me getting a job, loss of friends and family, friends getting married, and fundraising!

Well I've poised a new obsticle for me and for my family! My goal is to change my lifestyle and to loose some weight! Now I'll post how much I've lost in a week, starting this Sunday. My goal is to lose 50 - 60 pounds. To become healthier I'm also going to change my eating habits, I'm going to become an lacto-ovo vegetarian.

Lots of Love,

Cae

Short Hair

Well I did it, I finally cut my hair short. I actually donated it to Locks of Love in Jill's name. You see Jill, my old choir director was recently diagnoised with Breast Cancer, and well I decided to cut my hair for Locks of Love! I absolutely love my short hair! I'm so glad I cut my hair, and it's for a good cause :)

Cae

Cancer Strikes Again

Jill and I, with Jill's most famous quote while singing.

I've stated how cancer has affected my life, for the good or bad, well today I recieved news that wasn't as good as I wanted it to be. Mom got a call from a friend down in CT, saying that J, my old choir director and a second mother, was diagnosied with an aggressive Stage 3c Breast Cancer. This news hit me like a ton of bricks, J has always been there for me, she helped me through moving, she was always there when ever I needed a hug, and she was just always there is needed. She was my first S in my life, and man do I love J. Her Facebook Status are always funny, for example the one she posted yesterday was "The reason there are so few famous skeletons is that they are a bunch of no bodies", J is always making me smile.

Mom and I have already sent an email to E, J's husband, letting him know that the two of us will help them out no matter what! I've also been debating about donating my hair to Locks of Love, well I'm going to do it and I will have short hair! I'm also going to make a Bottle of Hope for J.

Please keep J in your prayers

Cae

Inspired

I figure that I should let my voice be heard since DD posts way more often than I do and technically this blog is supposed to be both she and I.  You all seem to love all her posts and comments, but I have to tell you that you are missing out on the many other positives of DD. 

She has actually grown up to be quite a young woman and finds ways to inspire me everyday.  In fact, right now she is waiting for me to get my act together so that we can go for a walk.

Having a daughter is an amazing thing - I would say I recommend it highly, but unlike a dog it is not like you can just go out and buy one. . .So what I will say, is that if you have one, enjoy her.  Listen to her dreams. Talk to her about her interests.  Share in her talents.  Having a daughter somehow allows you to stay a little younger than you really are.  Somehow, you parent yourself and can be a bit of a child yourself.

So if you haven't yet today, perhaps it is time to sit down and have a cup of tea together.  As for me, I'm going to go get my walking shoes on and be prepared to listen for the next couple of miles.

By, Mom

Facebook Update & Family Update

They're finally off! The painful three, or maybe four years of braces is finally complete! Thank God, okay so I have to wear a retainer, but it isn't that bad and only at night, but they're done. Over, no more metal visible! It feel so weird to not have any braces on my mouth. Bro #1 says, that I look like the Doggie Denture commercial without my braces on.


Also, the next couple months the blog picture will be used from my cousins Tea Room. She is just amazing, and has recently opened her own business up in Cromwell, CT! Peggi is just so nice, and is working on her dream! Mom and I stopped by Tea Roses Tea Room the other day, and it is amazing! Congrats Peggi, we're so happy for you!!

Ear Infections in Older Children

Yes, I have an ear infection! I hate it. I am writing this while ear is on a warm cloth sitting on my pillow. An ear infection, how did I get it? I hate it!!!!

What is your remedy to help ease the pain?

By C

Ear infections aren’t just for babies. DD is not feeling well. Could it be all the time on the phone?

Actually, I think the fair has done her in. Monday, naps were back in our schedule. Monday and Tuesday, she complained about a headache, so we should have seen it coming. But boy did it come on fast. Why do kid’s illnesses always come on the weekend or in the evening? She’ll have to ride out the night with the help of Advil until I can call the doctor tomorrow.

By D