Celie had surgery this morning to have the metal taken out of her leg. It was a quick procedure but it didn't start out very well. As soon as she saw the hospital room (pre-op) w/ all of the beds she started to freak out. Bob had to hold her until we could get her a nasal sedative. Once that took hold, Bob gowned up and went back with her. 1 hour later, she was in recovery. She came out pretty quickly and we were back home by lunch time.
She is recovering on the sofa. We are taking it slow the rest of the day. All of us need that today.
Wednesday, March 18, 2009
Monday, March 16, 2009
Jake's 1st Zoo visit
The Cleveland Zoo is actually pretty nice. We had been given a family membership as an X-mas gift the year prior, but we hadn't renewed it this year, so far. When I was looking at the website for days/hours/etc. I noticed that Mondays are FREE if you are a Cuyahoga County resident - and we are. So, today being Monday, we decided Jake needed to have his first Cleveland Zoo visit.
I am glad that we didn't buy a membership and that we got in free today. The main Zoo part is going under A LOT of renovations so there wasn't very much to see. We did manage to see the Lions, like Alex the Alex (Madagascar humor), Zebras, like Marty, (no Melman or Gloria though, again, Madagascar references), leopard, Condors, Rhinos, and Koalas. Oh, yeah, a few Kangaroos. but that was about it.
We did manage almost .75 of a mile walk around the zoo. Celie started to get a little cranky so we decided to head to lunch rather than try to do anymore at the zoo. The only thing that we missed was the primate area which was UP a HUGE hill. They are redoing that as well, so I wasn't really quite sure that we would see much anyway.
Here are some pics from today. Jake slept through most of his visit to the Zoo. That is o.k. At least we have pictures of him.
Here is the Lion & Lioness.
Persian Leopard. He came around to the front of the cage and was eying Celie & Anna as if they were lunch. Thank goodness for fences.
Anna checking out the leopard.
Celie checking out the leopard.
I am glad that we didn't buy a membership and that we got in free today. The main Zoo part is going under A LOT of renovations so there wasn't very much to see. We did manage to see the Lions, like Alex the Alex (Madagascar humor), Zebras, like Marty, (no Melman or Gloria though, again, Madagascar references), leopard, Condors, Rhinos, and Koalas. Oh, yeah, a few Kangaroos. but that was about it.
We did manage almost .75 of a mile walk around the zoo. Celie started to get a little cranky so we decided to head to lunch rather than try to do anymore at the zoo. The only thing that we missed was the primate area which was UP a HUGE hill. They are redoing that as well, so I wasn't really quite sure that we would see much anyway.
Here are some pics from today. Jake slept through most of his visit to the Zoo. That is o.k. At least we have pictures of him.
Here is the Lion & Lioness.
Persian Leopard. He came around to the front of the cage and was eying Celie & Anna as if they were lunch. Thank goodness for fences.
Anna checking out the leopard.
Celie checking out the leopard.
Going on a Bear Hunt
Celie, Anna & Bob have been reading the book - Going on a Bear Hunt lately. So, on Saturday, with the weather breaking here, we decided to go to the Reservation. We all went. Jake fits nicely into the double stroller - so we managed to get about 3 miles in on Saturday - going on a bear hunt. Looking for wildlife and seeing others out enjoying nature. No bears, but a lot of dogs.
Sunday was even better than Saturday, so we headed to CVNP - Cuyahoga Valley National Park - and went for another walk - this time it was much flatter than Saturday's walk. We went about 2.5 miles yesterday. Another Bear Hunt day - but all we saw were Mallard's, geese, painted turtles and a lot of dogs.
I forgot my camera both days, so I couldn't capture all of the walking on film. I'm sure you are thankful for that. But I did capture our time at the zoo today. That is the next post.
Sunday was even better than Saturday, so we headed to CVNP - Cuyahoga Valley National Park - and went for another walk - this time it was much flatter than Saturday's walk. We went about 2.5 miles yesterday. Another Bear Hunt day - but all we saw were Mallard's, geese, painted turtles and a lot of dogs.
I forgot my camera both days, so I couldn't capture all of the walking on film. I'm sure you are thankful for that. But I did capture our time at the zoo today. That is the next post.
Church Girls
Yesterday, Bob decided to be brave and take the girls to church with him. I stayed home with Jake. So, I dressed the girls up in dresses - they actually liked it. I had to take their picture because they did look so cute.
Bob was very pleased with how good the girls were. They actually made it all the way until communion. Bob didn't want to push it much beyond that.
Bob was very pleased with how good the girls were. They actually made it all the way until communion. Bob didn't want to push it much beyond that.
Sunday, March 08, 2009
Week in Review
The week has been a fairly good one. We continue to network and try to find jobs, etc. Bob has not had a follow up interview yet at Abbott, but is supposed to be having one soon.
I had a job interview on Thursday, which was good and bad. Bad because I had to go shopping on Wednesday to try to find a suitable suit to wear. I finally found something that would work, but it took all day to do so. My interview went well - at least I thought so. They have other candidates that they have to see so we will wait and see what happens. I know this sounds bad, but if I have to go back to work - this is the job that I WANT. It is a project manager position - managing all different types of events. So, it is something that I enjoy doing - yet a little of a stretch for me - so it will keep me engaged and interested. Most of the other jobs that I have applied for are for Executive Assistant positions - I haven't had any call backs on those. So, we shall see. I am hoping to hear something by the end of next week.
The kids are doing great. Jake is growing like crazy and Anna & Celie seem to change almost on a daily basis. Celie will be getting her hardware out next week. It will be good to have that done and out of the way.
The warmer weather definitely has brightened our spirits. It has been nice to get the girls outside and playing. I went for a walk around the neighborhood yesterday. It was nice to hear the birds and small the hint of spring in the air. We have daffodils and tulips coming up so that is definitely encouraging.
Hopefully, we will have some exciting news on the job front next week. Keep your fingers crossed for us!
I had a job interview on Thursday, which was good and bad. Bad because I had to go shopping on Wednesday to try to find a suitable suit to wear. I finally found something that would work, but it took all day to do so. My interview went well - at least I thought so. They have other candidates that they have to see so we will wait and see what happens. I know this sounds bad, but if I have to go back to work - this is the job that I WANT. It is a project manager position - managing all different types of events. So, it is something that I enjoy doing - yet a little of a stretch for me - so it will keep me engaged and interested. Most of the other jobs that I have applied for are for Executive Assistant positions - I haven't had any call backs on those. So, we shall see. I am hoping to hear something by the end of next week.
The kids are doing great. Jake is growing like crazy and Anna & Celie seem to change almost on a daily basis. Celie will be getting her hardware out next week. It will be good to have that done and out of the way.
The warmer weather definitely has brightened our spirits. It has been nice to get the girls outside and playing. I went for a walk around the neighborhood yesterday. It was nice to hear the birds and small the hint of spring in the air. We have daffodils and tulips coming up so that is definitely encouraging.
Hopefully, we will have some exciting news on the job front next week. Keep your fingers crossed for us!
Tuesday, March 03, 2009
Job Hunting
Bob and I continue to scour the job boards and try to find job opportunities wherever we can. Everyone seems to be cutting back or at least filling their needs with people they already have.
I have applied for about 10-12 different positions in the area. I have heard back from 4 of them - all thanks but no thanks.
Bob had a phone interview yesterday with an HR representative from Abbott Laboratories. They are headquartered in North Chicago. He is supposed to be getting a phone call from the hiring manager. If that goes well, then there would be an in person interview in Chicago. So, that is a possibility but it would require a move. Not something that we are looking forward to - though it would be nice to be nearer the Chicago clan of the family.
We are keeping all of our options open. We will keep everyone updated on our progress.
I have applied for about 10-12 different positions in the area. I have heard back from 4 of them - all thanks but no thanks.
Bob had a phone interview yesterday with an HR representative from Abbott Laboratories. They are headquartered in North Chicago. He is supposed to be getting a phone call from the hiring manager. If that goes well, then there would be an in person interview in Chicago. So, that is a possibility but it would require a move. Not something that we are looking forward to - though it would be nice to be nearer the Chicago clan of the family.
We are keeping all of our options open. We will keep everyone updated on our progress.
2 Month Mark
Jake went for his 2 month check up yesterday. Bob took him and they were both good sports. Jake endured 4 shots, 2 each in his little thighs. The Dr. said that he is doing great. He is 75% in height and 52% in weight. He seems to be growing like a weed to us. He has grown 2 3/8 inches since birth and we are already in 3-6 month clothes and sort of going into the 6-9 month stash for some items. He was a little cranky yesterday, but is doing just fine today.
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