Tonight I went directly from work to the Mom's Group Meeting. I called HKB to let him know and he told me that AWB was asleep. Wong Auntie mentioned that she didn't sleep today but was tired. They are both downstairs, asleep! So I showered, called HKB's mom, ate something and just finished cruising on eBay and my favorite blogs.
I had lunch with Marty. He is such a good listener and told me that you can't be the top 5 if you don't hang out. I think small company is the place to go. He said he was waiting for the next big thing. I guess I am too. There is still a chance for us to get in on the ground floor of a company. I miss working with him.
AWB
She can now sing the songs with a semblance of what the lyrics are. And last night as I was reading to her, I said, "Where are you going?" and she repeated what I said. She also called for Isabella last night as we went to bed. Two very new things.
Wong Auntie found all the preschool correspondence and I caught up. I called for her medical records, again and talk to Nicole about dressing up for Halloween.
HKB
We are now going home for Thanksgiving which is something that we did not plan. HKB's dad is now at home and it seems like they are doing better. HKB's mom said to me tonight that his dad just needs to get stronger and I just don't think that will happen.
There are horrible fires in So Cal. Mami said that her skin was so dry.
Thursday, October 25, 2007
Monday, October 22, 2007
Year 1 to 2
AWB
I couldn't sleep one night and thought about how I can hardly remember AWB from one year to 2. I see the photos of her and how we kind of continued the birthdate shots. But year 1 to 2 is a blur. What happened from then?
Weaned at 18th months--I remember that vaguely because my boob leaked at work.
20 months and not so much of the talking--While other kids were putting together words, like "Mami move" from Isabella, AWB wasn't talking, wasn't calling either of us Mamma or Daddy.
Birthday--We spent her 1st birthday at JYW's with Mami and she was tougher, I remember.
Evaluated at MGH at almost 2 years and found to be fine. Months of Early Intervention didn't seem to be helping us determine if there were developmental delays.
Hearing tests, I do remember those with the initial results being not so good.
No photos at all, because we refused to take photos and sit still, unlike the cooperative model I had when she couldn't really walk.
Refused to wear a Halloween costume at all. The goldfish was on her body for only 10 minutes at Stacie Smith's party and for 5 minutes during trick or treat.
If I moved backwards from the Fall, we did managed to get AWB to wear the Tigger and Octopus costumes. Amazing. There are photos too. I have hope for Halloween costumes at least. Loved the first two tries at pony riding. Started preschool and is learning to like it. I doubt she will ever love it.
Summer--not many classes but went swimming in an outside pool. I loved doing that with her. Seemed to get along well with Kat at Early Intervention and made real progress with her lessons. Stopped Kindermusik classes because they seemed like the same ole thing and Maggie didn't seem like she was teaching as much. Started dancing at home to music and I had the idea of signing her up for actual dance classes. Went home in August only to have AWB hate the ocean.
Spring--loved all her classes at Arlington Boys and Girls Club, especially the mini music maker class. Continued with her Friday playgroup at ABGC and went to the Fox Library every Tuesday. Mami was here to celebrate her birthday to 2 years old. We had an Easter Egg Hunt.
Winter--Started EI with Kat and had episodes where she cried uncontrollably if she was woken from a nap. Went to Kindermusik on Thursday, Mini Music on Mondays. We stayed home for Christmas and had a big party on Christmas Day.
HKB
A phone call from Karen Dorman made HKB call Dr. Barth about his dad. His mom's optimism has been a concern for everyone. He was open to any treatment that HKB's dad wanted but he seemed to be pointing us in the direction of no more treatment and a transfer to a skilled nursing facility. HKB's parents do not seem to have the same opinion and are still convinced after two solid days of discussion to be set on going home. Dr. Barth does not think that HKB's mom can handle it and it is dangerous for him to be there. This is such a difficult decision and I don't think HKB's parents are thinking clearly.
This Weekend
Saturday was running errands and having lunch at Cheesecake Factory. It was an expensive day. Sunday we went to Shelburne Farms for the pony rides, only to have AWB be overwhelmed by Linda. No pony rides, no rides on the tractors, no walk in the hay maze, no eating of cider donuts. A bummer all around. Then off to the Applefield Farm for egg rolls, produce and raspberries for Ben.
I made the mistake of thinking that AWB on only 1 hour of napping could then go to Whole Foods. No I had to carry her around the store and only after a bit did she consent to walk on her own, holding my hand. I was exhausted.
AWB has a cold but that night, I cried for the craziness that she put me through. She had to touch me repeatedly, throughout the night. Finally, HKB had to come and get her and take her downstairs. I was at my wit's end. I did manage to sleep but now I am sick!
I couldn't sleep one night and thought about how I can hardly remember AWB from one year to 2. I see the photos of her and how we kind of continued the birthdate shots. But year 1 to 2 is a blur. What happened from then?
Weaned at 18th months--I remember that vaguely because my boob leaked at work.
20 months and not so much of the talking--While other kids were putting together words, like "Mami move" from Isabella, AWB wasn't talking, wasn't calling either of us Mamma or Daddy.
Birthday--We spent her 1st birthday at JYW's with Mami and she was tougher, I remember.
Evaluated at MGH at almost 2 years and found to be fine. Months of Early Intervention didn't seem to be helping us determine if there were developmental delays.
Hearing tests, I do remember those with the initial results being not so good.
No photos at all, because we refused to take photos and sit still, unlike the cooperative model I had when she couldn't really walk.
Refused to wear a Halloween costume at all. The goldfish was on her body for only 10 minutes at Stacie Smith's party and for 5 minutes during trick or treat.
If I moved backwards from the Fall, we did managed to get AWB to wear the Tigger and Octopus costumes. Amazing. There are photos too. I have hope for Halloween costumes at least. Loved the first two tries at pony riding. Started preschool and is learning to like it. I doubt she will ever love it.
Summer--not many classes but went swimming in an outside pool. I loved doing that with her. Seemed to get along well with Kat at Early Intervention and made real progress with her lessons. Stopped Kindermusik classes because they seemed like the same ole thing and Maggie didn't seem like she was teaching as much. Started dancing at home to music and I had the idea of signing her up for actual dance classes. Went home in August only to have AWB hate the ocean.
Spring--loved all her classes at Arlington Boys and Girls Club, especially the mini music maker class. Continued with her Friday playgroup at ABGC and went to the Fox Library every Tuesday. Mami was here to celebrate her birthday to 2 years old. We had an Easter Egg Hunt.
Winter--Started EI with Kat and had episodes where she cried uncontrollably if she was woken from a nap. Went to Kindermusik on Thursday, Mini Music on Mondays. We stayed home for Christmas and had a big party on Christmas Day.
HKB
A phone call from Karen Dorman made HKB call Dr. Barth about his dad. His mom's optimism has been a concern for everyone. He was open to any treatment that HKB's dad wanted but he seemed to be pointing us in the direction of no more treatment and a transfer to a skilled nursing facility. HKB's parents do not seem to have the same opinion and are still convinced after two solid days of discussion to be set on going home. Dr. Barth does not think that HKB's mom can handle it and it is dangerous for him to be there. This is such a difficult decision and I don't think HKB's parents are thinking clearly.
This Weekend
Saturday was running errands and having lunch at Cheesecake Factory. It was an expensive day. Sunday we went to Shelburne Farms for the pony rides, only to have AWB be overwhelmed by Linda. No pony rides, no rides on the tractors, no walk in the hay maze, no eating of cider donuts. A bummer all around. Then off to the Applefield Farm for egg rolls, produce and raspberries for Ben.
I made the mistake of thinking that AWB on only 1 hour of napping could then go to Whole Foods. No I had to carry her around the store and only after a bit did she consent to walk on her own, holding my hand. I was exhausted.
AWB has a cold but that night, I cried for the craziness that she put me through. She had to touch me repeatedly, throughout the night. Finally, HKB had to come and get her and take her downstairs. I was at my wit's end. I did manage to sleep but now I am sick!
Wednesday, October 17, 2007
Broken Toe
My toe has been bothering me since the hour long walk on the treadmill. It has been 10 days and I have had a bandage on my next to pinky toe for a few days but I took it off. I have seriously considered leaving my job for something better but not sure what would be good for me. I hate being new.
AWB
AWB has been peeing everyone, out of her diaper. She and I went to Wild Oats last night and she was so nervous that she refused to sit in the cart. I had to have her in the cart itself.
She has been singing up a storm! Mary has a little lamb is the most favorite. And she has been hugging me and HKB. I am almost finished with her dolly blanket's edging so it will be complete for her.
I hear about improvements about preschool. I received the credit for the Jump Jiggle and Jive class from ABG Club and moved her into her preschool slot for Thursday. And now she can go to the dance class at the Dance Place on Friday.
HKB
HKB's dad seems to be doing worse and I encouraged his mom to get some visiting nurse help. I tried to tell HKB about one morning, early before work for him and it didn't go over well. But we chatted later that night and he agreed with me and said he would even go home for a time. I was pretty impressed.
AWB
AWB has been peeing everyone, out of her diaper. She and I went to Wild Oats last night and she was so nervous that she refused to sit in the cart. I had to have her in the cart itself.
She has been singing up a storm! Mary has a little lamb is the most favorite. And she has been hugging me and HKB. I am almost finished with her dolly blanket's edging so it will be complete for her.
I hear about improvements about preschool. I received the credit for the Jump Jiggle and Jive class from ABG Club and moved her into her preschool slot for Thursday. And now she can go to the dance class at the Dance Place on Friday.
HKB
HKB's dad seems to be doing worse and I encouraged his mom to get some visiting nurse help. I tried to tell HKB about one morning, early before work for him and it didn't go over well. But we chatted later that night and he agreed with me and said he would even go home for a time. I was pretty impressed.
Friday, October 12, 2007
Sadness and Annoyance
This has been a strange week. Thursday was the busiest evening with all events ending up on the same evening. My mom's group is now a pain because there is so many new people and the old folks do not feel that the group is the same. I had such low expectations that I am not sure how I feel. In any case, this new group has taken up so much time in just the discussion of how we will organize ourselves. I will give it past January to determine whether I will end up staying.
I saw people from the previous job and they looked happy to see me but the feeling wasn't mutual. It was awkward and hard for me and I spent the rest of the day feeling bad about it.
I also felt that yesterday's offsite went strangely. Luckily someone stopped by to tell me that I wasn't crazy and that the person's reaction was out of whack. What relief!
The only good news today is that Al Gore got the Nobel Peace Prize which seems like such justice after the election debacle.
AWB
Singing up a storm this week! She woke up last night at 10PM after I got home and proceeded to play for up to 2 hours while I watched TV in an attempt to go to sleep. She is now repeating all words that I say or she hears on TV. The school is going better but according to Wong Auntie, she still cried today when she told AWB that she was going to school.
HKB
Made me laugh when I accused him of being Switzerland with his mom and the preschool situation. He said that he really thought he was Canada.
I saw people from the previous job and they looked happy to see me but the feeling wasn't mutual. It was awkward and hard for me and I spent the rest of the day feeling bad about it.
I also felt that yesterday's offsite went strangely. Luckily someone stopped by to tell me that I wasn't crazy and that the person's reaction was out of whack. What relief!
The only good news today is that Al Gore got the Nobel Peace Prize which seems like such justice after the election debacle.
AWB
Singing up a storm this week! She woke up last night at 10PM after I got home and proceeded to play for up to 2 hours while I watched TV in an attempt to go to sleep. She is now repeating all words that I say or she hears on TV. The school is going better but according to Wong Auntie, she still cried today when she told AWB that she was going to school.
HKB
Made me laugh when I accused him of being Switzerland with his mom and the preschool situation. He said that he really thought he was Canada.
Saturday, October 06, 2007
Sing alongs
I love Saturdays. They always have so much promise.
I had planned to take AWB swimming this morning. It was hot and it seemed like the right thing to do. We do pay for Y membership and since late August, we really haven't been. The outside pool has leaves. And once in September we went and the water was freezing--a few days of cold can make an outside pool's water too cold for swimming. Refreshing is what the receptionist told me. I laughed out loud.
So today, I persuaded HKB to go with me to the StellaBella Sing along in Inman Square and visit our old house and the new park and have lunch at the sandwich shop in the Square.
I thought the park was fine. No water and plenty of sand. But it was hot and there wasn't much of a slide or things to climb on. So I recommended leaving for the store and the sing along.
It was a great sing along! The woman had a keyboard and it was packed. HKB left 30 minutes into it but AWB warmed up toward the end.
We sang together later in the day. And she knew most of the words. They were garbled but she could sing along with me. I also spoke with her in Chinese to tell her to take a bath and she understood that too. No nap today though and so when we told her to put away her markers and go upstairs, she flipped out a bit.
I read the New Yorker today. I haven't done that in such a long time. We went out afterwards to blow bubbles and then we went to the park. It was a good day!
I had planned to take AWB swimming this morning. It was hot and it seemed like the right thing to do. We do pay for Y membership and since late August, we really haven't been. The outside pool has leaves. And once in September we went and the water was freezing--a few days of cold can make an outside pool's water too cold for swimming. Refreshing is what the receptionist told me. I laughed out loud.
So today, I persuaded HKB to go with me to the StellaBella Sing along in Inman Square and visit our old house and the new park and have lunch at the sandwich shop in the Square.
I thought the park was fine. No water and plenty of sand. But it was hot and there wasn't much of a slide or things to climb on. So I recommended leaving for the store and the sing along.
It was a great sing along! The woman had a keyboard and it was packed. HKB left 30 minutes into it but AWB warmed up toward the end.
We sang together later in the day. And she knew most of the words. They were garbled but she could sing along with me. I also spoke with her in Chinese to tell her to take a bath and she understood that too. No nap today though and so when we told her to put away her markers and go upstairs, she flipped out a bit.
I read the New Yorker today. I haven't done that in such a long time. We went out afterwards to blow bubbles and then we went to the park. It was a good day!
Friday, October 05, 2007
Another Week
This has been a more reasonable work week and yet more frantic.
I spent 1.5 days away from the office. Tuesday was the day I set aside to study for the PMP only to be inspired to pick raspberries in the morning in Winchester. It was GREAT! We picked raspberries and then played in the park. But I made myself crazy. I decided to go to the Waltham public library because my knitting book has gone missing. They had a copy and I went to use their study room. I think I was only there 3 hours and I don't know if I could have justified taking the day off to study.
Neighbors and friends arrived and HKB wonders what everyone's comings and goings are like when we are here. I doubt it is that much of a waystation since AWB has so many activities.
Today, I visited the school to make sure my girl was not sad to be there. And I was reassured to find her playing in the sand with no tears. I watched her go into her classroom and walk around. She was completely fine. Two new teachers. So today was my half day to check up on the school and AWB.
The mom's group is now in crisis and I discussed it with Dr. H. I don't have much hope for it and am not sure if the leader would even consider working with just 3 members. It is a mess.
HKB
Roughing it out at school as he feels ignored by the administration and taken advantage by the students. He is actively buying lottery tickets which signals his fantasies to leave. He also applied for a number of jobs off craigslist so that was quite impressive.
He did have the audacity to suggest that I continue to be friends or friendly, not sure which, with Joanne so that I can make sure that all information on the child front gets passed to me. Some idea that that approached worked for his mother and should work for me. He, of course, could not conceive of being her friend himself and would make me the sacrificial lamb. Clearly, unrealistic.
AWB
She started singing today, Mary Little Lamb. I can't tell where from, her Sesame Street Kids' Favorite Song DVD or from school. The school teachers told me that she likes circle time and eats at the table with the other kids. AWB is also focused on showing us the large flash cards and saying the name of things.
EI is encouraging us to transition and Dr. H thinks it is also a good time for another evaluation of AWB since she is still not putting two words together. I may call MGH to find out what they think. I saw AWB give Kat a kiss on Tuesday and she seems very comfortable with her. Kat says that she thinks that AWB is a cautious child.
The other stunner this week was that AWB put on both the octopus and Tigger costumes without a problem. The octopus seems a bit long so we may use the Tigger costume for the night of Halloween. Since she goes to school on Halloween, we need to find out whether she can go in a costume or not.
I spent 1.5 days away from the office. Tuesday was the day I set aside to study for the PMP only to be inspired to pick raspberries in the morning in Winchester. It was GREAT! We picked raspberries and then played in the park. But I made myself crazy. I decided to go to the Waltham public library because my knitting book has gone missing. They had a copy and I went to use their study room. I think I was only there 3 hours and I don't know if I could have justified taking the day off to study.
Neighbors and friends arrived and HKB wonders what everyone's comings and goings are like when we are here. I doubt it is that much of a waystation since AWB has so many activities.
Today, I visited the school to make sure my girl was not sad to be there. And I was reassured to find her playing in the sand with no tears. I watched her go into her classroom and walk around. She was completely fine. Two new teachers. So today was my half day to check up on the school and AWB.
The mom's group is now in crisis and I discussed it with Dr. H. I don't have much hope for it and am not sure if the leader would even consider working with just 3 members. It is a mess.
HKB
Roughing it out at school as he feels ignored by the administration and taken advantage by the students. He is actively buying lottery tickets which signals his fantasies to leave. He also applied for a number of jobs off craigslist so that was quite impressive.
He did have the audacity to suggest that I continue to be friends or friendly, not sure which, with Joanne so that I can make sure that all information on the child front gets passed to me. Some idea that that approached worked for his mother and should work for me. He, of course, could not conceive of being her friend himself and would make me the sacrificial lamb. Clearly, unrealistic.
AWB
She started singing today, Mary Little Lamb. I can't tell where from, her Sesame Street Kids' Favorite Song DVD or from school. The school teachers told me that she likes circle time and eats at the table with the other kids. AWB is also focused on showing us the large flash cards and saying the name of things.
EI is encouraging us to transition and Dr. H thinks it is also a good time for another evaluation of AWB since she is still not putting two words together. I may call MGH to find out what they think. I saw AWB give Kat a kiss on Tuesday and she seems very comfortable with her. Kat says that she thinks that AWB is a cautious child.
The other stunner this week was that AWB put on both the octopus and Tigger costumes without a problem. The octopus seems a bit long so we may use the Tigger costume for the night of Halloween. Since she goes to school on Halloween, we need to find out whether she can go in a costume or not.
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