We got our FIRST call!!!

[Melissa75]

I am sure the decision was tough to make. You sound like a determined and motivated person, and you could have made it work through sheer force of will. But I think that you made the right decision. Taking care of three kids that small would take a toll on your health and it would be very painful to give them up if you decided that you were getting too sick.
I only have bronchiectasis. I have an FEV1 over 100, no PI, no CFRD, and my cultures are relatively boring.
Nonetheless, I find it difficult to care for my three kids (2, 5, 6). If the State were evaluating me during some of my sick weeks, I might be in trouble. I have kept my kids home from school because I am too sick to take them there. I have woken up on the floor of the living room in the middle of the day with a children's book on my face and no idea where my two and then-four-year-olds are (in the kitchen trying to microwave some milk!).
Most of the time, I am competent, I assure you. But three little kids: sometimes I spend every single night of a whole week washing vomit-covered sheets and jammies. Then, no surprise, I get the puke-vitus, then pneumonia. Every illness (strep, coxsackie, whatever) has to go through all of them. Every activity and toy is multiplied by three.
I'll stop rambling. You get the gist. I think you made the right decision.

Edited to add:
After I posted this, I worried that I sounded presumptious--like I know your life situation in terms of health and help--which I don't.
I guess what I am trying to say is that I often feel like I can barely savor the beauty of my children because of my health and their number and ages. I think you are making the right decision to try something different for yourself. That's all
________
Melissa, 33 yrs, bronchiectasis (no cf)

 

[Melissa75]

I am sure the decision was tough to make. You sound like a determined and motivated person, and you could have made it work through sheer force of will. But I think that you made the right decision. Taking care of three kids that small would take a toll on your health and it would be very painful to give them up if you decided that you were getting too sick.
I only have bronchiectasis. I have an FEV1 over 100, no PI, no CFRD, and my cultures are relatively boring.
Nonetheless, I find it difficult to care for my three kids (2, 5, 6). If the State were evaluating me during some of my sick weeks, I might be in trouble. I have kept my kids home from school because I am too sick to take them there. I have woken up on the floor of the living room in the middle of the day with a children's book on my face and no idea where my two and then-four-year-olds are (in the kitchen trying to microwave some milk!).
Most of the time, I am competent, I assure you. But three little kids: sometimes I spend every single night of a whole week washing vomit-covered sheets and jammies. Then, no surprise, I get the puke-vitus, then pneumonia. Every illness (strep, coxsackie, whatever) has to go through all of them. Every activity and toy is multiplied by three.
I'll stop rambling. You get the gist. I think you made the right decision.

Edited to add:
After I posted this, I worried that I sounded presumptious--like I know your life situation in terms of health and help--which I don't.
I guess what I am trying to say is that I often feel like I can barely savor the beauty of my children because of my health and their number and ages. I think you are making the right decision to try something different for yourself. That's all
________
Melissa, 33 yrs, bronchiectasis (no cf)

 

[Melissa75]

I am sure the decision was tough to make. You sound like a determined and motivated person, and you could have made it work through sheer force of will. But I think that you made the right decision. Taking care of three kids that small would take a toll on your health and it would be very painful to give them up if you decided that you were getting too sick.
I only have bronchiectasis. I have an FEV1 over 100, no PI, no CFRD, and my cultures are relatively boring.
Nonetheless, I find it difficult to care for my three kids (2, 5, 6). If the State were evaluating me during some of my sick weeks, I might be in trouble. I have kept my kids home from school because I am too sick to take them there. I have woken up on the floor of the living room in the middle of the day with a children's book on my face and no idea where my two and then-four-year-olds are (in the kitchen trying to microwave some milk!).
Most of the time, I am competent, I assure you. But three little kids: sometimes I spend every single night of a whole week washing vomit-covered sheets and jammies. Then, no surprise, I get the puke-vitus, then pneumonia. Every illness (strep, coxsackie, whatever) has to go through all of them. Every activity and toy is multiplied by three.
I'll stop rambling. You get the gist. I think you made the right decision.

Edited to add:
After I posted this, I worried that I sounded presumptious--like I know your life situation in terms of health and help--which I don't.
I guess what I am trying to say is that I often feel like I can barely savor the beauty of my children because of my health and their number and ages. I think you are making the right decision to try something different for yourself. That's all
________
Melissa, 33 yrs, bronchiectasis (no cf)

 

[Melissa75]

I am sure the decision was tough to make. You sound like a determined and motivated person, and you could have made it work through sheer force of will. But I think that you made the right decision. Taking care of three kids that small would take a toll on your health and it would be very painful to give them up if you decided that you were getting too sick.
I only have bronchiectasis. I have an FEV1 over 100, no PI, no CFRD, and my cultures are relatively boring.
Nonetheless, I find it difficult to care for my three kids (2, 5, 6). If the State were evaluating me during some of my sick weeks, I might be in trouble. I have kept my kids home from school because I am too sick to take them there. I have woken up on the floor of the living room in the middle of the day with a children's book on my face and no idea where my two and then-four-year-olds are (in the kitchen trying to microwave some milk!).
Most of the time, I am competent, I assure you. But three little kids: sometimes I spend every single night of a whole week washing vomit-covered sheets and jammies. Then, no surprise, I get the puke-vitus, then pneumonia. Every illness (strep, coxsackie, whatever) has to go through all of them. Every activity and toy is multiplied by three.
I'll stop rambling. You get the gist. I think you made the right decision.

Edited to add:
After I posted this, I worried that I sounded presumptious--like I know your life situation in terms of health and help--which I don't.
I guess what I am trying to say is that I often feel like I can barely savor the beauty of my children because of my health and their number and ages. I think you are making the right decision to try something different for yourself. That's all
________
Melissa, 33 yrs, bronchiectasis (no cf)

 

[Melissa75]

I am sure the decision was tough to make. You sound like a determined and motivated person, and you could have made it work through sheer force of will. But I think that you made the right decision. Taking care of three kids that small would take a toll on your health and it would be very painful to give them up if you decided that you were getting too sick.
<br />I only have bronchiectasis. I have an FEV1 over 100, no PI, no CFRD, and my cultures are relatively boring.
<br />Nonetheless, I find it difficult to care for my three kids (2, 5, 6). If the State were evaluating me during some of my sick weeks, I might be in trouble. I have kept my kids home from school because I am too sick to take them there. I have woken up on the floor of the living room in the middle of the day with a children's book on my face and no idea where my two and then-four-year-olds are (in the kitchen trying to microwave some milk!).
<br />Most of the time, I am competent, I assure you. But three little kids: sometimes I spend every single night of a whole week washing vomit-covered sheets and jammies. Then, no surprise, I get the puke-vitus, then pneumonia. Every illness (strep, coxsackie, whatever) has to go through all of them. Every activity and toy is multiplied by three.
<br />I'll stop rambling. You get the gist. I think you made the right decision.
<br />
<br />Edited to add:
<br />After I posted this, I worried that I sounded presumptious--like I know your life situation in terms of health and help--which I don't.
<br />I guess what I am trying to say is that I often feel like I can barely savor the beauty of my children because of my health and their number and ages. I think you are making the right decision to try something different for yourself. That's all
<br />________
<br />Melissa, 33 yrs, bronchiectasis (no cf)

 

[hopesiris]

I agree with both of you that it would have been too much. How exciting though that you got your first call.

 

[hopesiris]

I agree with both of you that it would have been too much. How exciting though that you got your first call.

 

[hopesiris]

I agree with both of you that it would have been too much. How exciting though that you got your first call.

 

[hopesiris]

I agree with both of you that it would have been too much. How exciting though that you got your first call.

 

[hopesiris]

I agree with both of you that it would have been too much. How exciting though that you got your first call.

 

[Landy]

How exciting it must have been to get "the call". I think you made the right decision.

I only have one, but have heard from other parents that 2 is actually easier than 1, because they can play with each other vs. always wanting your attention. It's OK for them to want your attention, don't get me wrong, but it doesn't make for getting much else done around the house!

 

[Landy]

How exciting it must have been to get "the call". I think you made the right decision.

I only have one, but have heard from other parents that 2 is actually easier than 1, because they can play with each other vs. always wanting your attention. It's OK for them to want your attention, don't get me wrong, but it doesn't make for getting much else done around the house!

 

[Landy]

How exciting it must have been to get "the call". I think you made the right decision.

I only have one, but have heard from other parents that 2 is actually easier than 1, because they can play with each other vs. always wanting your attention. It's OK for them to want your attention, don't get me wrong, but it doesn't make for getting much else done around the house!

 

[Landy]

How exciting it must have been to get "the call". I think you made the right decision.

I only have one, but have heard from other parents that 2 is actually easier than 1, because they can play with each other vs. always wanting your attention. It's OK for them to want your attention, don't get me wrong, but it doesn't make for getting much else done around the house!

 

[Landy]

How exciting it must have been to get "the call". I think you made the right decision.
<br />
<br />I only have one, but have heard from other parents that 2 is actually easier than 1, because they can play with each other vs. always wanting your attention. It's OK for them to want your attention, don't get me wrong, but it doesn't make for getting much else done around the house!

 

[fondreflections]

Thank you ladies for your thoughts.

It wasn't easy to pass on, but I doubted that I'd be able to keep my head above water. Jake works many 12-hour days too which only makes it that much harder.

We had our second batch of parenting/certification classes Saturday from 9:00-4:00. Our social worker was there and told us that they did find a home then for all 3. That made me feel a little bit better. She also told me that she knew Jake and I were only really looking for 1 or 2 children, but she wanted us to at least be able to make our decision. They didn't want to nix us out automatically.

So we are at a 50/50 shot each and every day. They have no idea what children they will get each day, but Jake and I were pretty open about what we would accept. We were advised that we will MOST LIKELY have a child or children BEFORE September 20th which is our LAST certification class.

Lynda - Yes, parents have told me that too. That is why Jake and I opened up to 2 children if and only if they were siblings. We have plenty of room, and I see that doable. Because we are willing to take siblings, that is why our wait time is lower also. My Mom is also able to help if needed, but she is 60-years-old and works full-time. She also needs knee replacements soon so I don't intend to count on her more than I absolutely have to. Like I stated, I have weighed out a lot.<img src="i/expressions/face-icon-small-wink.gif" border="0">

I will keep you all updated. The HOT DAYS are Wednesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays, so we'll see.

 

[fondreflections]

Thank you ladies for your thoughts.

It wasn't easy to pass on, but I doubted that I'd be able to keep my head above water. Jake works many 12-hour days too which only makes it that much harder.

We had our second batch of parenting/certification classes Saturday from 9:00-4:00. Our social worker was there and told us that they did find a home then for all 3. That made me feel a little bit better. She also told me that she knew Jake and I were only really looking for 1 or 2 children, but she wanted us to at least be able to make our decision. They didn't want to nix us out automatically.

So we are at a 50/50 shot each and every day. They have no idea what children they will get each day, but Jake and I were pretty open about what we would accept. We were advised that we will MOST LIKELY have a child or children BEFORE September 20th which is our LAST certification class.

Lynda - Yes, parents have told me that too. That is why Jake and I opened up to 2 children if and only if they were siblings. We have plenty of room, and I see that doable. Because we are willing to take siblings, that is why our wait time is lower also. My Mom is also able to help if needed, but she is 60-years-old and works full-time. She also needs knee replacements soon so I don't intend to count on her more than I absolutely have to. Like I stated, I have weighed out a lot.<img src="i/expressions/face-icon-small-wink.gif" border="0">

I will keep you all updated. The HOT DAYS are Wednesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays, so we'll see.

 

[fondreflections]

Thank you ladies for your thoughts.

It wasn't easy to pass on, but I doubted that I'd be able to keep my head above water. Jake works many 12-hour days too which only makes it that much harder.

We had our second batch of parenting/certification classes Saturday from 9:00-4:00. Our social worker was there and told us that they did find a home then for all 3. That made me feel a little bit better. She also told me that she knew Jake and I were only really looking for 1 or 2 children, but she wanted us to at least be able to make our decision. They didn't want to nix us out automatically.

So we are at a 50/50 shot each and every day. They have no idea what children they will get each day, but Jake and I were pretty open about what we would accept. We were advised that we will MOST LIKELY have a child or children BEFORE September 20th which is our LAST certification class.

Lynda - Yes, parents have told me that too. That is why Jake and I opened up to 2 children if and only if they were siblings. We have plenty of room, and I see that doable. Because we are willing to take siblings, that is why our wait time is lower also. My Mom is also able to help if needed, but she is 60-years-old and works full-time. She also needs knee replacements soon so I don't intend to count on her more than I absolutely have to. Like I stated, I have weighed out a lot.<img src="i/expressions/face-icon-small-wink.gif" border="0">

I will keep you all updated. The HOT DAYS are Wednesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays, so we'll see.

 

[fondreflections]

Thank you ladies for your thoughts.

It wasn't easy to pass on, but I doubted that I'd be able to keep my head above water. Jake works many 12-hour days too which only makes it that much harder.

We had our second batch of parenting/certification classes Saturday from 9:00-4:00. Our social worker was there and told us that they did find a home then for all 3. That made me feel a little bit better. She also told me that she knew Jake and I were only really looking for 1 or 2 children, but she wanted us to at least be able to make our decision. They didn't want to nix us out automatically.

So we are at a 50/50 shot each and every day. They have no idea what children they will get each day, but Jake and I were pretty open about what we would accept. We were advised that we will MOST LIKELY have a child or children BEFORE September 20th which is our LAST certification class.

Lynda - Yes, parents have told me that too. That is why Jake and I opened up to 2 children if and only if they were siblings. We have plenty of room, and I see that doable. Because we are willing to take siblings, that is why our wait time is lower also. My Mom is also able to help if needed, but she is 60-years-old and works full-time. She also needs knee replacements soon so I don't intend to count on her more than I absolutely have to. Like I stated, I have weighed out a lot.<img src="i/expressions/face-icon-small-wink.gif" border="0">

I will keep you all updated. The HOT DAYS are Wednesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays, so we'll see.

 

[fondreflections]

Thank you ladies for your thoughts.
<br />
<br />It wasn't easy to pass on, but I doubted that I'd be able to keep my head above water. Jake works many 12-hour days too which only makes it that much harder.
<br />
<br />We had our second batch of parenting/certification classes Saturday from 9:00-4:00. Our social worker was there and told us that they did find a home then for all 3. That made me feel a little bit better. She also told me that she knew Jake and I were only really looking for 1 or 2 children, but she wanted us to at least be able to make our decision. They didn't want to nix us out automatically.
<br />
<br />So we are at a 50/50 shot each and every day. They have no idea what children they will get each day, but Jake and I were pretty open about what we would accept. We were advised that we will MOST LIKELY have a child or children BEFORE September 20th which is our LAST certification class.
<br />
<br />Lynda - Yes, parents have told me that too. That is why Jake and I opened up to 2 children if and only if they were siblings. We have plenty of room, and I see that doable. Because we are willing to take siblings, that is why our wait time is lower also. My Mom is also able to help if needed, but she is 60-years-old and works full-time. She also needs knee replacements soon so I don't intend to count on her more than I absolutely have to. Like I stated, I have weighed out a lot.<img src="i/expressions/face-icon-small-wink.gif" border="0">
<br />
<br />I will keep you all updated. The HOT DAYS are Wednesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays, so we'll see.