Still Ill

I am still fighting off whatever illness I have. I guess it started as a flu, then became a sinus infection. I am miserable!! I do a Slumber party on the 19th, and it's not like I can just call in sick, so I instead showed up sick. It was a good party, lots of orders, and it was for my cousin, so that added to the fun. I love doing these patyies. I just wish more people would book. I've only done two, and that hasn't even covered the cost to get into it. Sigh. Hopefully things will pick up soon. I guess that's all for now. I think I'm going to go relax, and try to breathe through my nose!! Achoo!

Medicine

Today we went to the doctor. Colt has the FLU!!!! I hate this so much. I feel helpless, but I know I am doing my best. he is laying next to me asleep and will occasionally wake and say ,"ma, I sick." then go back to sleep. Today wasn't all bad though. He was feeling pretty good for a few hours and wouldn't take it easy. He insisted on chasing the dogs around. But oh the Doctor's visit!!! his fever was completely gone while we were at the office, and he was tottally alert and playful. His doctor was out, so we saw the nurse practioner. She has seen Colt before so I wasn't upset with having her and not the doc, BUT she prescribed my deary 4 different meds. One of which was plain old Motrin, that I already have at home. Another was an allergy med, which I didn't get because he already has allergy meds that his doctor had given him. The third and fourth were flu meds. One had to be ordered so I won't be getting it for a few days. The other I got today and with my insurance cost $40!! I couldn't believe this! The allergy med was the same price, so I was happy I had some at home and didn't NEED it, because there was no way I could have afforded all of these meds. I cannot believe how much these meds cost. I was so upset I cried most of the way home. Imagine if Colt would have despratly needed these meds, and I wouldn't have been able to get them. What is this world coming to where children can't be treated for basic illnesses for reasonable prices. I don't expect to get anything for free out of life, but sheesh! i could rant and rave about this all day, and I haven't even brought up that I had to wait over 20 minutes on the phone with the pharmacy just to see if they had recieved the e-prescription. I won't even go there tonight. I'm off to look after my little sicky who insists on kicking me. lol He is really worth all of this trouble and more. Night whoever reads this.
P.S. I would appreciate some feedback. I look forward to comments and have yet to get any. So feel free to post your opinions!

Sick and Tired

Well today is Valentine's Day, my son has a fever and runny nose, and my husband is working out of town. Blah on this day.
My poor little boy, has been running fever all day and feeling generally bad. His little nose won't stop running, and he has a slight cough. I have been doing as the doctor says and alternating between Motrin and Tylenol. My grandmother told me to put an onion in a bowl near the bed, and it will absorb the germs. She had never tried it herself, but I figured the worst that will happen is my room will smell like an onion for a bit. I also read online to put potato on the wrists and ankles to help reduce the fever. I'm trying this too. Of course there is the ever popular cool rag on the forehead, back of the neck and armpits. he will allow it on his forehead, but won't let me put it anywhere else, so the forehead is where it is. My poor child looks like a science experiment. But I want to do what I can to make him feel better. Tomorrow I'm taking him to his doctor, but that doesn't help him tonight. Anyone out there have any suggestions? old wives tales? Home remedies? I'll try just about anything so my little man will feel better. I also hate giving him so much medicine. Hopefully he will feel better soon.

Hello Blogspot, a bit about why I am here.

Well this is my first blog for blog spot. I'm still not completely sure what it is that I want to write about on here, but a friend of mine suggested I just start blogging about me, and take it from there. My friend Vicki has her own blog,  www.the-wolfs-den-147.bolgspot.com , where she reviews books. Some of my family have suggested that I do the same thing, but I am not very objective when it comes to books. I tend to connect with the characters and get lost in the story, which is why I love reading, but I'm not very good at breaking it down and giving a good review. I also tend to be a bit biased. One of my Favorite authors is Chuck Palahniuk. I own almost all of his books, and will recommend his work, even if I think the story is a bit lacking. Same with Anne rice. Although I do like a wide variety of books, and will read whatever is recommended to me. My cousin, Jen, is constantly handing me books that I ,"Just have to read." I read them and I enjoy most of them although I am more of a horror suspense person, and she is a young adult/ sci-fi person. I read whatever really but I favor horror. I just don't see myself as a reviewer.

I also thought about doing a food blog, but I don't have the finances to eat out all of the time, and I don't want to rip off Julie Powel. I did love Julie and Julia, but I don't want to work my way through a cook book, or feel obligated to eat an abundance of butter, although I do worship Paula Deen.

I guess The best way to start is a bit about me.
I am a twenty seven year old stay at home mom. I have been married to my husband Jeff for almost four years, and our son, Colt, will be three in March. I met my husband in 2007, through a mutual friend. It wasn't LOVE at first sight, but there were lots of sparks! I live in Louisiana, and my husband came here to work after hurricane Katrina, but he is originally from Starkville, Ms. I grew up in St. Bernard Parish, and relocated to Pearl River after the storm. Before I had my son I was a veterinary technician. I loved my job, and once my son starts school I want to go back. Right now I want to spend as much time with him as possible. Once he starts school, I'll feel more comfortable with going to work. I like to draw, paint, sculpt, read, write some, and any recreational activity with my family. I love to learn, and will ask questions to almost anyone about anything. I also like doing research to try to find things out. I have also just discovered the wonders of Cosmo. A friend gave me a subscription for Christmas. They have awesome articles addressing things most women are afraid to ask.
I guess that's all for now, but I'll be back soon. Hopefully with a bit more to say!