Sensory Processing Disorder??

Well Alex was again evaluated by the people at early intervention. He has had feeding issues since birth, so we finally had an eval concerning is likes and dislikes. I always thought that his senses were a bit off, so finally an OT confirmed my suspicions all along, besides his other issues he has SPD. Which in the grand scheme of things is not that big of a deal.. so after a brief period of being upset, I am now over it. I actually do not think it has ever bothered him, excpet the fact that you can see each and every rib on his body, because he is so skinny. Alex also dislocated his other elbow yesterday, so we had a fun filled two hours at the ER. He is fine now.. they pop the elbow back in place and wallah! all better. I have been reading a great book- The brain the rewires itself. It is all about the brain and it neuroplastcity. I swear any parent with a child that has a neurological issue should read this. It is actually amazing to me,how many parents do not educate themselves on their children's issues. Do not get me wrong.. i am obsessed. I am thinking about specializing in neuroscience after obtaining my next degree. The brain is absolutly fascinating to me. It is amazing that due to the plasticity especially when young that different parts of the brain, pick up for other injured parts. It has amazing implications for children with speech disorder, Autism and especially CP. Well enough of my rant on that. I am going to AC tonight and cant wait! John and I need this night out alot! I have been running myself ragged for 4 weeks, without a night out and we are staying overnight at AC!! Thats it for now.. wish us luck

Great Day!

So today I went to the gym from 9-10, then went to Costco and wanted to go out for the day. I called my mom and she said she was going to my brothers house, so I kind of invited myself and my 3 kids! The kids had an awesome time. they loved hanging out at Uncle Justins and Aunt Elanas house. It was very cute to watch Alex, mackenzie and Dylan play with their cousin Jake. Alex loved Jakes toys and probably wonders why he does not have a car INSIDE the house! We had fun playing at the play area in the mall. It is amazing how one child will show up and almost ruin it for everyone. There was this one kid. I am guessing he was about Dylan's age that was just mean. You could see it in his eyes- ICE. So once we got a look at him, Elana and I did not want our little ones anywhere near him. We lasted a few more minutes and then I took the kids for ice cream. They had a blast. kenzie and Alex slept the whole way home. Dylan and Alex were in bed by 645! Mackenzie went in at 715. I made some sirloin steaks, and we had some fresh broccoli and red wine-- it was great!! I don't care what Candi says- Sirlion steaks are still my favorite( at 4.99 a lb at costco you cant beat it(dont ask, we got into an entire conversation about the different cuts of meat!). I think Elana learned an important lesson today, enjoy shopping at toy stores while they still cant talk too well! Because once they do, they tell you exactly what they want, and it is enough to put anyone in the poor house! I told Elana to have more kids, because they really do keep each other company, and it really is alot of fun. On another note. We booked a fmaily vacation at Great wolf lodge in the poconos! 3 nights 4 days in June!! The kids cant wait! I never thought we would do it. A family vacation may seem like a luxury, but it can be a necessity. I don't really care that meals are not included, bagels for breakfast, hot dogs for lunch and pizza each night for dinner, doesn't get better than that, does it? Not for a 2, 4 and 6 year old it doesn't! Waterslides here we come!!

6 years old

I can not believe that I have been a mom for just about 6 years. My oldest will turn 6 on Weds and I just can't get over how fast it has all happened. I can remember his birth like it was yesterday. i remember ever detail from how they admitted me the night before, gave me demerol so i could sleep through the night, to breaking my water at 830am the next day. I delieved him at 341pm March 21st, 2001. I delivered him without the help of meds( not by choice), and was completely and utterly overwhelmed by the experience. I remember thinking, How can I ever learn to take care of this little human being( especially since he nursed for 45 minutes, every 90 minutes! yes, my first was 30lbs on his first birthday!! I remember taking him to doctors appointments, and changing his diapers. he did not get his first sponge bath until he was 10 days old. I was nervous, and that was done with my mother. I thought I could never master this whole mother thing, and look at me 3 kids later. As I was signing Dylan up for pop warner football, I realized that he is a boy. Not even a little boy- Alex is a little boy-- My oldest is a school age boy. Dylan and I each bought some books today, and he read the whole book from start to finish with me. It was dr. Seuss, but who cares. it was a new book that he has never seen before and therefore could not memorize it. It is just amazing how fast it goes. I am treasuring every second with the three of them, enjoying each of their phases, because it wont be long before Mackenzie is in kindergarten, and Alex reading, and Dylan goes out on date... Scary HUH??

Calling All Crazies!!!

Well I am excited. I was finally approved to enroll in a Masters of Psychology program. I do not know what motivates me to keep going, but I love learning about mental illness and developmental psychology is my favorite( discusses prenatal and child development!!). So I have 9 credits already towards my second masters degree. Once I finish this, I will be able to sit for a liscensing exam and possibly even counsel people with real problems!! I am very excited about this opportunity, sure it costs a bunch of money( probably 20,000) when all is said and done, but I do receive salary increments every 10 credits of about 1500. So eventually it will not take long for it to pay for itself. Can you imagine me a couselor?? Maybe one day- You will have to call me Dr. Kris! HA!!! So calling all crazies- I can help you, so where will i find clients??? Look no further-- My own family should do, I can practice my skills on them!