Best (11) Week Ever!!
I miss that show so very much. I loved saying that phrase...Best week ever, upgrade, downgrade....So here is a recap and an explanation of why I haven't been writing.....several times I wanted too but I let other things get in the way booo....alright enough jiber jaber......
MONDAY
Had one of the best CF PAC calls of the history of PAC calls, our action items are being crossed off left and right, the physical therapy and respiratory therapy protocol in the hospital is changing for the better, we have a great PT that is teaching active cycle of breathing and several patients are reporting better peak flow results once they go home. I presented a design layout for Tip Cards....we are making quick reference cards to help patients keep all the information straight...Um my idea....it was about to be tabled because we had some other important things to do but I saved it and I'm not very proficient with templates in word, but I had fun designing the tip cards...I'll post one on here when I have the final design...
TUESDAY
Met with my counselor after a 2 week break....we had a lot to catch up on, it was good to share how I had seen growth in my response and coping abilities and to report that life is going well and with this bout of energy my creative brain is all fired up again! I told her fears have not been able to take up space in my mind because goodness has taken up residency. We discussed ACT Actions, choices, thoughts and how we should go right to left. We set up some goals and dreamed about fun possibilities. She asked me again to find something fun to do, like no work, problem is I don't have as much fun at something I'm not incharge of or creating as I go...hobby, hobby hobby suggestions???
As a family we have decided grandma is moving out to California and living with us. After plenty of family drama, all I have to say is how am I related to some of my family!??!, the best set up is for us to take care of grandma which means we are moving!! My mom and I have been looking at houses because we need more room and 1 story house is highly preferable. I love looking at houses, figuring out floor plans and decorating in my head. We are going to be renting and around here you can get some amazing stuff! It is going to be an interesting transition and my family and I are preparing for what will come, but we know it is the right thing to do. This part of my life might be the most exciting part for my grandmother to be a part of and I am excited to share it with her. I just pray that we can all support each other. I have work to do in counseling....
WEDNESDAY
I tried a new yoga class that I will never go back too. First the instructor wanted to do all this chanting and then went really sloooooowly at posing. Maybe morning classes are slower because he kept asking about our energy. He was funny though and it was nice that we weren't taking yoga soooo seriously. It was a good stretch class and that's it. I was trying to not get anxious but I want to do intense poses...breathe
At work I am getting lots accomplished and shaping up the technology/efficiency side of how things are run. Hahaha I know me work on being more efficient and using technology....I am not the first to jump to using high tech stuff to get the job done but when you move label making from a typewriter to a laser printer, life is easier. I have a running to do list and I always keep it in front of me because a. the boss will mention something and if I don't write it down its 2 weeks or so before I remember it, b. I get interrupted a lot in the office so referring back to the list refocuses me quickly.
I went to my small groups 'planning meeting'....I was unsure if I wanted to be a part of a small group, but decided to give it one more try. And since I am almost done with my Artist Way recovery I have a much better outlook on what the group is suppose to be and what I can gain from being apart of it and how I can contribute. We decided we wanted 1. a more dynamic mix so we are rotating leading the group, so we can all bring our twist and different group activities to the group. 2. To change the world by ACTING for the Lord by being involved in the community not just sitting around on couches talking about Jesus. 3. Be more prayful, accountable and deeper with each other. Our brainstorming lead to some incredible ideas and I can't wait for the next meeting! Praise the Lord, I was kind of dreading trying to go to another group and explain myself again and get to know people again....I am going to get better at long lasting relationships than quick be my friend relationships.
THURSDAY
I don't know where all this time came from for me to be in contact with friends and get all that I want to do done, oh yeah cause I'm not sitting around worrying and being cautious about getting sick, I'm living!!! Getting out of bed is easier and I do enjoy rolling out right as my alarm goes off. If I snooze any longer than 10 minutes I am even groggier. I've also noticed my lungs know when it is time to wake up too. I will be semi-conscious and move and breathe a little deeper and then I'll feel tightness in my chest so I cough, 5 minutes later my alarm goes off. I'll have to say I'm not coughing in my sleep or really at all for that matter, I'm almost done with this Cayston cycle so it has wiped out all the bacteria. Anyway, I was going somewhere with this, oh yes, my periodontist appointment, wait for it, another thing that is wrong with me, my fisnum (the muscle that connects your lip to your jaw, sometimes it attaches to high and pulls the soft gum tissue down, exposing the root of the tooth, that's what that is called? uh huh) needs to be shaved and gum tissue needs to be grafted to strengthened. Darn genetics, my dad has horrible teeth/mouth problems and as the doctor said the wearing of the gums is due to stress, hmm I wonder how that could happen. I have never ever had problems, I escaped braces and cavity fills so here is my change to have a retainer!! See once they remove the skin from the roof of my moth and place it over the gum, they will clip a plastic "bandage" on the roof of my mouth! Yes, trying to be happy about that and not worrying about the cost and the 4 day down time and just having dental work done at my age......
I then had lunch with my lovely young adult pastor who is incredible. We always have great discussions, today we covered "how to be a Christian" view is changing, the church is changing and we need to respond. We discussed a lot of how we are called to listen and be vessels of God's work. We also discussed how life is messy and God's creation is messy, but we are always able to be redeemed. So less judging and more showing up. Showing up, being like Jesus in the midst of sinners, He showed us how to live by just living! We caught up on all the fun things of life too! And how hopefully I can bring some more creative expression to the church ;)
I met my friend up in Old Town Orange to explore! I love antique browsing. It is such a cute area with vintage stores and restaurants. Furniture stores in general speak to me, but looking at the eclectic mix of items in antique stores, all the stories that are present is fascinating. I kind of have this goal not to buy new furniture or accessories. I want to buy consignment, antique or craiglist. Reuse and re purpose, oh how green of me! It's just sad all these amazing items sitting in these stores with no purpose. What if we stopped producing and bought up all the 'gently' used. It would be an interesting experiment.
I also wanted to go up to Orange because when I was goggling gluten free king's cakes I found out about an all gluten free market there! It is new and I wanted to meet the owner who is a super woman for testing and providing all the good tasting gluten free products. It was really fun to chat about our favorite brands. I had to contain myself because I am a gluten free nerd, sometimes its all I talk about. It's strange though everyone wants to talk about it. Everything in the store is also dairy free. Check out The Bite Market! We bought some gluten free pasta and decided to make mac and cheese, homestyle cheesy baked heaven. It was sooo good, we had hamburger meat, onion and garlic. It was a little bit of a process, but it was so much more fun than going out to dinner!
FRIDAY
YAY!!!! I have 11 followers...I know there are a bunch of people that read too, but numbers count on the Internet....I was totally going to make a goal on Jan. 11 to have 11 followers by Feb. 11. Done with that goal, so more people join!! It would be awesome to get 22 by 2/11....all my favorite numbers!
I am testing out some new tag lines so let me know which one you like....this weeks: Accepting and applying graciousness, grace and goofiness to a life with cystic fibrosis.
I loved waking up this morning and breathing deeply. Hmmm it feels good! I made a bunch of phone calls and set appointments, it helped clear my mind and I was super productive at work and now its the weekend! I'm looking forward to a fun and creative filled weekend and I hope you do something that inspires your creativity too!
MONDAY
Had one of the best CF PAC calls of the history of PAC calls, our action items are being crossed off left and right, the physical therapy and respiratory therapy protocol in the hospital is changing for the better, we have a great PT that is teaching active cycle of breathing and several patients are reporting better peak flow results once they go home. I presented a design layout for Tip Cards....we are making quick reference cards to help patients keep all the information straight...Um my idea....it was about to be tabled because we had some other important things to do but I saved it and I'm not very proficient with templates in word, but I had fun designing the tip cards...I'll post one on here when I have the final design...
TUESDAY
Met with my counselor after a 2 week break....we had a lot to catch up on, it was good to share how I had seen growth in my response and coping abilities and to report that life is going well and with this bout of energy my creative brain is all fired up again! I told her fears have not been able to take up space in my mind because goodness has taken up residency. We discussed ACT Actions, choices, thoughts and how we should go right to left. We set up some goals and dreamed about fun possibilities. She asked me again to find something fun to do, like no work, problem is I don't have as much fun at something I'm not incharge of or creating as I go...hobby, hobby hobby suggestions???
As a family we have decided grandma is moving out to California and living with us. After plenty of family drama, all I have to say is how am I related to some of my family!??!, the best set up is for us to take care of grandma which means we are moving!! My mom and I have been looking at houses because we need more room and 1 story house is highly preferable. I love looking at houses, figuring out floor plans and decorating in my head. We are going to be renting and around here you can get some amazing stuff! It is going to be an interesting transition and my family and I are preparing for what will come, but we know it is the right thing to do. This part of my life might be the most exciting part for my grandmother to be a part of and I am excited to share it with her. I just pray that we can all support each other. I have work to do in counseling....
WEDNESDAY
I tried a new yoga class that I will never go back too. First the instructor wanted to do all this chanting and then went really sloooooowly at posing. Maybe morning classes are slower because he kept asking about our energy. He was funny though and it was nice that we weren't taking yoga soooo seriously. It was a good stretch class and that's it. I was trying to not get anxious but I want to do intense poses...breathe
At work I am getting lots accomplished and shaping up the technology/efficiency side of how things are run. Hahaha I know me work on being more efficient and using technology....I am not the first to jump to using high tech stuff to get the job done but when you move label making from a typewriter to a laser printer, life is easier. I have a running to do list and I always keep it in front of me because a. the boss will mention something and if I don't write it down its 2 weeks or so before I remember it, b. I get interrupted a lot in the office so referring back to the list refocuses me quickly.
I went to my small groups 'planning meeting'....I was unsure if I wanted to be a part of a small group, but decided to give it one more try. And since I am almost done with my Artist Way recovery I have a much better outlook on what the group is suppose to be and what I can gain from being apart of it and how I can contribute. We decided we wanted 1. a more dynamic mix so we are rotating leading the group, so we can all bring our twist and different group activities to the group. 2. To change the world by ACTING for the Lord by being involved in the community not just sitting around on couches talking about Jesus. 3. Be more prayful, accountable and deeper with each other. Our brainstorming lead to some incredible ideas and I can't wait for the next meeting! Praise the Lord, I was kind of dreading trying to go to another group and explain myself again and get to know people again....I am going to get better at long lasting relationships than quick be my friend relationships.
THURSDAY
I don't know where all this time came from for me to be in contact with friends and get all that I want to do done, oh yeah cause I'm not sitting around worrying and being cautious about getting sick, I'm living!!! Getting out of bed is easier and I do enjoy rolling out right as my alarm goes off. If I snooze any longer than 10 minutes I am even groggier. I've also noticed my lungs know when it is time to wake up too. I will be semi-conscious and move and breathe a little deeper and then I'll feel tightness in my chest so I cough, 5 minutes later my alarm goes off. I'll have to say I'm not coughing in my sleep or really at all for that matter, I'm almost done with this Cayston cycle so it has wiped out all the bacteria. Anyway, I was going somewhere with this, oh yes, my periodontist appointment, wait for it, another thing that is wrong with me, my fisnum (the muscle that connects your lip to your jaw, sometimes it attaches to high and pulls the soft gum tissue down, exposing the root of the tooth, that's what that is called? uh huh) needs to be shaved and gum tissue needs to be grafted to strengthened. Darn genetics, my dad has horrible teeth/mouth problems and as the doctor said the wearing of the gums is due to stress, hmm I wonder how that could happen. I have never ever had problems, I escaped braces and cavity fills so here is my change to have a retainer!! See once they remove the skin from the roof of my moth and place it over the gum, they will clip a plastic "bandage" on the roof of my mouth! Yes, trying to be happy about that and not worrying about the cost and the 4 day down time and just having dental work done at my age......
I then had lunch with my lovely young adult pastor who is incredible. We always have great discussions, today we covered "how to be a Christian" view is changing, the church is changing and we need to respond. We discussed a lot of how we are called to listen and be vessels of God's work. We also discussed how life is messy and God's creation is messy, but we are always able to be redeemed. So less judging and more showing up. Showing up, being like Jesus in the midst of sinners, He showed us how to live by just living! We caught up on all the fun things of life too! And how hopefully I can bring some more creative expression to the church ;)
I met my friend up in Old Town Orange to explore! I love antique browsing. It is such a cute area with vintage stores and restaurants. Furniture stores in general speak to me, but looking at the eclectic mix of items in antique stores, all the stories that are present is fascinating. I kind of have this goal not to buy new furniture or accessories. I want to buy consignment, antique or craiglist. Reuse and re purpose, oh how green of me! It's just sad all these amazing items sitting in these stores with no purpose. What if we stopped producing and bought up all the 'gently' used. It would be an interesting experiment.
I also wanted to go up to Orange because when I was goggling gluten free king's cakes I found out about an all gluten free market there! It is new and I wanted to meet the owner who is a super woman for testing and providing all the good tasting gluten free products. It was really fun to chat about our favorite brands. I had to contain myself because I am a gluten free nerd, sometimes its all I talk about. It's strange though everyone wants to talk about it. Everything in the store is also dairy free. Check out The Bite Market! We bought some gluten free pasta and decided to make mac and cheese, homestyle cheesy baked heaven. It was sooo good, we had hamburger meat, onion and garlic. It was a little bit of a process, but it was so much more fun than going out to dinner!
FRIDAY
YAY!!!! I have 11 followers...I know there are a bunch of people that read too, but numbers count on the Internet....I was totally going to make a goal on Jan. 11 to have 11 followers by Feb. 11. Done with that goal, so more people join!! It would be awesome to get 22 by 2/11....all my favorite numbers!
I am testing out some new tag lines so let me know which one you like....this weeks: Accepting and applying graciousness, grace and goofiness to a life with cystic fibrosis.
I loved waking up this morning and breathing deeply. Hmmm it feels good! I made a bunch of phone calls and set appointments, it helped clear my mind and I was super productive at work and now its the weekend! I'm looking forward to a fun and creative filled weekend and I hope you do something that inspires your creativity too!