Living without medical insurance

My husband changed jobs recently in order to better himself and our family. Unfortunately with all of the benefits associated with this new job, the biggest downside is that we have to wait 3 months until his medical benefits kick in. This would be much easier to manage if we were a younger single couple without children. We have to beautiful healthy kids, but there is still so much worry that something will go wrong. I don't watch the news (because it's too depressing) so I don't know much about Obama's health plan. All I know is that we don't make enough money to pay for Cobra insurance and we make too much money to qualify for any type of discount medical insurance. So the only option we were left with was to ride out the 3 months without any coverage. So far it hasn't been that bad, but the sleepless nights or worry are taking it's toll. I try to just go day by day to forget about it and hope the three months passes quickly.

omg I've turned into my parents

Recently in the car, my son wanted to put on his ipod through the speakers for all of us to hear. He put on a song from a band called "Disturbed"...I didn't recognize it at first and so I asked him to change it to something we all knew and could enjoy...then - wait - I think I do know this song! My husband and I just looked at each other as it started to sink in. It was their version of "Land of Confusion" by Genesis! Lmao! My husband and I started cracking up and singing along only to our son's digust! Haha I had to tell him to "get his own music" just like my parent used to say to me!

Time to smell the roses.....

After a very long winter and some brutally cold days, my body has had enough. I find it very difficult to muster the energy to get things done. I think I have a case of the "winter blues." I'm always so tired, and blah feeling. I still function, because everyone knows - moms can't catch a break! I still go about my daily routines, cooking, cleaning, working two jobs, balancing and juggling - you know, all that stuff we do! But now I am ready for some change. I think it's time for Spring to come so I can regain my outdoor exposure (vitamin D from the sun too) and zest for life. I love gardening, and seeing the plants grow helps lift my spirits. Maybe I can start my seeds early...

Race to Nowhere

This is a film about the stress and pressure kids today have on them. They are stressed because testing, homework, pressure to perform, sleep deprivation, and then of course the usual fitting in. I strongly encourage everyone to see this film. You can find out more information on www.facebook.com/RaceToNowhere

Running around

Today was such a full day - as usual! I did my usual light housework before going to the "real" job (I mean the one that pays!) Then I ran straight to the elementary school to catch up on some PTA work. I then had just enough time to swing by the middle school to pick up my son. The two of us talked about the day as we went to pick up my daughter from a friends house. As soon as we got home, I shoved food down their throats so I could make a 7pm parent orientation meeting at the high school. I am finally home from work at 8:30pm! I am ready to collapse, but there is always more to do! I will look over the homework, make lunches for tomorrow, maybe do a load or two of laundry before actually turning in for the night. Then tomorrow I will do it all over again! G'night!

who takes care of mom when she's sick?

As mothers we are always taking care of the people around us, putting ourselves last. Every now and then we should stop everything and just take a break. As much as I believe this, I too am guilty of not taking time for me. Unfortunately it has taken the flu to stop me in my tracks. As sick as I feel, I am really enjoying watching movies all day in bed and having my family take care of me. It takes something drastic for me to get some rest. While this is not an ideal situation, it does have it's advantages. My body told me enough is enough and now I'm listening. It's also nice to see that my family is able to pick up the slack without complaints. I've taught them well and now I can sit back and make ME a priority!

so proud!

Well we found out today that our son got an 80 on his midterm in the subject that he wasn't doing well in. I gave him the praise he deserved for working and studying hard but I also had to mention that he could have done better had he put forth this effort all along! I didn't want to burst his bubble but I need him to know that we have faith in him and to point out to him that hard work pays off. I don't want spoiled children that think everything comes easy even when it sometimes does. For example, he can succeed in subject matter that interests him with little effort - but I still want him to give his all. I figure, you just have to know your child. I knew his weakness was time management, not the content. Taking away the electronics and putting the focus on school brought his grades up, but it's still a long process on getting him to be able to budget his own time. I get worried because high school is just around the corner!