They sent me out of the house and then they decorated. 
When I cam home, they were really, really, really excited about celebrating. (turn your speakers down)I had a fantastic birthday.
Friday, August 07, 2009
I am loved
My family was good to me yesterday. 
They spoiled me with dessert (and singing - which the kids loved). 
They sent me out of the house and then they decorated. 
When I cam home, they were really, really, really excited about celebrating. (turn your speakers down)
I had a fantastic birthday.
They sent me out of the house and then they decorated. When I cam home, they were really, really, really excited about celebrating. (turn your speakers down)I had a fantastic birthday.
Wednesday, August 05, 2009
Thursday Thanks Tank #99
At the end of my day yesterday I made a list of things that made me smile. I decided to pick a large number and see if I could list that many joys from the day. I realized that there is a lot to be thankful for in each day. Here's what made me smile on Wednesday.
I am thankful for these things (and so much more):
1. Coffee first thing in the morning
2. Vacation Bible School
3. My husband
4. The nice man that took my shopping cart back
5. Not being late
6. An Iced Latte
7. Blackberries (that we picked as a family the night before)
8. The teacher in charge of snacks at VBS
9. A sweet moment when my 4 year old insisted on holding his sister's hand
10. Watching the kids play on their bikes, scooters, and riding toys
11. Sunshine
12. The dandelion flower my 5 year old proudly brought to me as a gift
13. My 8 year old's friend that lives down the street
14. Having a friend stop by unexpectedly
15. An unused amazon gift card
16. My husband coming home early from work
17. Salad
18. One on one time with my girl
19. Walking around the block
20. Receiving 3 free coupons for coffee
21. Meeting a neighbor
22. My Kids' laughter
23. Email
24. A planned coffee date
25. Comments on my blog
26. A helpful school administrator
27. Music
28. Pictures
29. A friend that is willing to help me out
30. Watching my husband get excited about going on a trip
31. A beautiful full moon
32. The local paper
33. The quiet of the house at night
34. A ring returned from the jewelry repair shop
35. Hugs from my husband and kids
36. My husband's jokes about me being older than him
Oh my, did anyone notice how many times I mentioned coffee??
You can be sure there will be coffee involved in next week's Thursday Thanks Tank Giveaway! (I mean, was there ever any doubt?)
One week from today I'm going to celebrate 100 Thanks Tank posts. It is going to be so much fun. I am really celebrating you. I appreciate you reading my words. I am grateful that you take time to read my blog.
I appreciate comments, too (and you know, you'll get rewarded with contest entries for that!).
One more little thing – Because it’s about a topic that’s important to me, I’d love for you to take time to read my last post: Back to School With Allergies.
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Have a great day! Take time to be thankful - you will be better off for it.
Works-for-Me Wednesday: Back to School with Allergies
This week's theme for Works-For-Me Wednesday is "Back to School". When I think about school starting, all I can think about is what it will be like handling my son's peanut allergy at school. He starts Kindergarten this year.
Not everyone reading this has a child with food allergies. It's likely that you know someone that does. Let me tell you what works for me.
What works for me when handling food allergies at school (whether it's your child or someone else's) is a good attitude.
When I tell someone about my son's allergy, I am met with many reactions. The news has been greeted with:
- sympathy
- lack of understanding
- frustration
- sharing of worst case scenarios
- apathy
- a good attitude
Having a good attitude about a child's allergy is the best thing you can offer the child and the parents of the child.
A good attitude is also the best thing for the parent of an allergic child to have with the child and with others who may or may not understand.
For those that don't have children with food allergies:
There are children with food allergies at your child's school. If you haven't heard about them yet, chances are you will.
It is not easy to have a food allergy. However, it is quite possible to make the child with allergies feel accepted and normal.
Talk to you child about food allergies. This is easily done if your school has a peanut-free table or something similar. Express a good attitude to your children about the food allergy (or peanut-free table). This encourages your child to be accepting and have a good attitude.
Be willing to make concessions for changes in food policies with class snacks or parties. Make changes with a good attidue - expressing appreciation to the teacher.
Consider sending non-food birthday treats. That is always helpful to those dealing with food allergies.
For those that have children with food allergies:
The following list explains some of the ways I am beginning to manage my son's food allergy at school. (Let me know if you want me to email you copies of any of my documents or if you just want to talk about my experience.)
I met with my son's allergist. I asked for and received a Food Allergy Treatment plan from the doctor to give to the school.
I met with the school principal and nurse. I came to the meeting with a written list of concerns. I approached the meeting (and each coversation) with a good attitude. I recognize that the principal and nurse want to take care of my son and keep him safe. I let them know that I appreciate them.
I brought an example of a Food Allergy Letter to Parents for the classroom. I willingly offered to help tailor the letter for my son's class and the school.
I made sure the Principal and Nurse know that I am available and willing to do whatever necessary to keep my son safe. I made sure they know how to contact me (this included my email address and phone number). I made sure they know that I appreciate any concerns or questions they have.
When I brought my concerns to the Principal, my only demand (and word seems strong - but it's accurate) was that we do whatever we needed to do to keep my son safe. I brought an attitude that expressed: "We can find a solution that works well for both my son and the school."
We have a lot more to accomplish in the weeks before school starts. My son has the first severe food allergy at the school. One thing I know for sure - my good attitude makes a difference.
Have a good attitude about food allergies. No one- not the allergic child, the parents of that child, or the rest of the school - benefits from negativity.
I am posting this as a part of Works-For-Me Wednesday. Stop by We are That Family for other Back To School ideas.
*While I was writing this post, I got an email from the school requesting some information to have on hand for school registration. What perfect timing! You see, registration is tomorrow. The school was checking their to-do list and realized they didn't have something... something that I provided them with in June. They emailed me. And, I think it's great. I am thankful they are working with me.
Not everyone reading this has a child with food allergies. It's likely that you know someone that does. Let me tell you what works for me.
What works for me when handling food allergies at school (whether it's your child or someone else's) is a good attitude.
When I tell someone about my son's allergy, I am met with many reactions. The news has been greeted with:
- sympathy
- lack of understanding
- frustration
- sharing of worst case scenarios
- apathy
- a good attitude
Having a good attitude about a child's allergy is the best thing you can offer the child and the parents of the child.
A good attitude is also the best thing for the parent of an allergic child to have with the child and with others who may or may not understand.
For those that don't have children with food allergies:
There are children with food allergies at your child's school. If you haven't heard about them yet, chances are you will.
It is not easy to have a food allergy. However, it is quite possible to make the child with allergies feel accepted and normal.
Talk to you child about food allergies. This is easily done if your school has a peanut-free table or something similar. Express a good attitude to your children about the food allergy (or peanut-free table). This encourages your child to be accepting and have a good attitude.
Be willing to make concessions for changes in food policies with class snacks or parties. Make changes with a good attidue - expressing appreciation to the teacher.
Consider sending non-food birthday treats. That is always helpful to those dealing with food allergies.
For those that have children with food allergies:
The following list explains some of the ways I am beginning to manage my son's food allergy at school. (Let me know if you want me to email you copies of any of my documents or if you just want to talk about my experience.)
I met with my son's allergist. I asked for and received a Food Allergy Treatment plan from the doctor to give to the school.
I met with the school principal and nurse. I came to the meeting with a written list of concerns. I approached the meeting (and each coversation) with a good attitude. I recognize that the principal and nurse want to take care of my son and keep him safe. I let them know that I appreciate them.
I brought an example of a Food Allergy Letter to Parents for the classroom. I willingly offered to help tailor the letter for my son's class and the school.
I made sure the Principal and Nurse know that I am available and willing to do whatever necessary to keep my son safe. I made sure they know how to contact me (this included my email address and phone number). I made sure they know that I appreciate any concerns or questions they have.
When I brought my concerns to the Principal, my only demand (and word seems strong - but it's accurate) was that we do whatever we needed to do to keep my son safe. I brought an attitude that expressed: "We can find a solution that works well for both my son and the school."
We have a lot more to accomplish in the weeks before school starts. My son has the first severe food allergy at the school. One thing I know for sure - my good attitude makes a difference.
Have a good attitude about food allergies. No one- not the allergic child, the parents of that child, or the rest of the school - benefits from negativity.
I am posting this as a part of Works-For-Me Wednesday. Stop by We are That Family for other Back To School ideas.
*While I was writing this post, I got an email from the school requesting some information to have on hand for school registration. What perfect timing! You see, registration is tomorrow. The school was checking their to-do list and realized they didn't have something... something that I provided them with in June. They emailed me. And, I think it's great. I am thankful they are working with me.
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