No I don't! It's officially 7 days since the morning sickness started and I'm still trying to figure out the "secret solution" for me. There were some suggestions that I did try. Thanks everyone for your support and advice!
~ Vee I do take the time to enjoy my M&Ms, when I allow myself the treat! Thanks for the reminder!
~ Molly I am sick every day but can't be sick. It is the most frustrating feeling in the world, because I just feel if I could "be sick" then I would feel better, but alas, nothing but gut-wrenching dry heaves at this point.
~ Nikki when it comes to food my appitite seems to have disappeared and poor George is left to defend himself sometimes, as as you know from real life, that can lead to disasters at time, but we are learning to muddle through it. The other night I made some chicken stir-fry which I'd been craving for over a week now and it ended up making me sick! Can't win for losing sometimes, but at least he got a home cooked meal that night! I'd like to know how you made it look easy with Tregan!
~ Lime, you will be saddened to know that I now have an aversion to chocolate, at least physically. I still try every now and then, but it makes me sick. It's the hardest part I think. What I'd give for a Dove chocolate bar, all creamy and smooth. {Sigh} I give you permission to eat my share and if anyone gives you problems, send them to me. It would be a shame to let all that dhocolate go to waste! As for feeling better, cold fruit does make me feel a lot better in the afternoons.
~ Sue there are days that cooking is just not an option. I am so sensative to smells at this point. George has been really great and will jump in when needed.
Well, I'm off to read some more while feeling o.k.
Until our next cup of tea ...
~Editor's note: It took me about 4 days to finish this post. I seem to be restless these days. I did actually "get sick" on Monday. All morning, about every 30-45 minutes, and I learned ... it didn't make me feel any better.
June 30, 2009
I've got it all figured out ...
June 23, 2009
Happy 500th post: And the test results say ...
We were very excited to learn the news since we have been trying since George came home from Iraq in August 2008. Good post for #500, don't you think!?!
I actually "felt" it before I was far enough along to test, but once we were able, I took the test. I got the results I was expecting but I still took 4 more test before wrapping my head around it long enough to tell George. He was very happy!
I am about 7 weeks and at first I was extememly tired, but unable to sleep. It would take me an hour or more to fall asleep and the smallest things would wake me, like George turning in the bed or Sgt. Major trying to snuggle. I was getting about 4 hours of sleep a day and naps were not happening! UGH! Then the morning sickness started on Saturday. I was hoping I would be one of the lucky ones, but alas, I feel so sick all day, but am not able to "be sick" (to not be gross about it!) I'm one of those people who would rather "be sick" than have the feeling that leads up to it.
If being pregnant wasn't real in the beginning it is now! I am still working with the trainer and he has modified it for "prenatal fitness" which is a good thing because discovered yesterday on the treadmill that anything over 2.5 MPH makes me dizzy. The workout was fine, but the treadmill seems to be the big challenge!
Well, I'm off to eat more toast! Any advice on how to deal with morning sickness, please let me know!
Until our next cup of tea ...
June 6, 2009
Let me introduce you to a friend ...
Do you remember when I told you about the art piece I had commissioned for my husband's return from Iraq?
I had so many people asking for the artist's contact info and as an avid supporter of military spouses I was happy to pass it along. Well, ask no more, my friends, because now the artist Maria, has her own blog as well as a Esty shop! Now you can explore her beautiful art without waiting!
Well, I am am off to explore more of her work!
Until our next cup of tea ...
June 5, 2009
Out of my element ...
{Sigh} For the most part we are settled in. The house is unpacked, we've explored the neighborhoods and local communities and we've got a schedule going. But I'm a bit out of my element.
This is our first Army move, so its all new to me.
At our last duty station I had lined up a job before arriving. I soon became actively involved in the unit's Family Readiness Group which was easy considering the unit was new and just being created. They were looking for help from any spouses who were available. Working at the post newspaper, I was in the know about activities and programs on post. By the time the first deployment preparations had started I was already researching a master's degree program to reach a personal goal while keeping myself busy. Working at the newspaper I also met a variety of leaders, their spouses, allowing me to make friends from all over post with relative ease. What most people find hard to believe is that I am relatively shy. Once I am comfortable, it is more easy. We also lived on post, so that made access to activities easier.
Now that we are here and I am not working. I do spend about two hours a day at the gym, but then come home. I occasionally go exploring, but feel bad because Sgt. Major does not have access to a dog door at this house. So I spend most of my time at the house.
I tried to contact a few organizations regarding volunteer opportunities, but haven't heard back from most and the few that have give me the run-around about needing to meet with a specific person to "interview". At our last duty station, which was in the middle of nowhere, there were many opportunities.
Its different for me. Yesterday, I went to the mall and ran some shopping errands. It was weird for me to be in the mall during a work day. I felt like I should have been doing something, but knew that this is what my daily life has become. I get up, make breakfast for us, see him off to work, then after cleaning the kitchen and a few house chores, just wait for my time to go to the gym. I've never been this "empty" on my schedule before. My poor planner looks so sad!
I'm excied about finding some activities and will keep you posted on what I find. The Red Cross ... the Post Museum ... the library ... I'm not trying to rush into anything, but rather want to find something that is a perfect fit. We'll see what I can find ... it's just one grand adventure!
Until our next cup of tea ...
