So much to say, little baby!
Alright. I’m here to blog but don’t freak out by the title and think I’m pregnant. I’m definitely not pregnant. LOL It’s the combined parts of very last part of a song done by the Dave Matthews Band. Sounded like a good enough title (even if I cut up a perfectly good song to do it).
Where I’m at. The kids are all out of school for the summer and the first week has gone really well. We’re hanging out inside in the mornings and going in the backyard for swimming / playing in the afternoon. I am determined to have the most memorable summer on record with them (for them). We have a lot of day trips planned and are even taking a long road trip as far as Kansas City and Colorado in August. My class finishes next week so I can really let loose after that.
Still in disbelief of what is to come, still very upset about the new signs of her disease popping up. Watching her struggle breaks my heart. I’d trade places with her a thousand times over. We have some good memories to make and I won’t let this stupid disease take her chances away, even if we have to shove a lot into this short time.
I’ll blog as I have more good things to say, some memories to share with you. You don’t need to see what kind of mess I am inside so I’ll show you the good stuff. We’re going to the carnival on Friday night and I promise to bring my camera. I’ll get some pool shots up later this week.
TeamRachel aka mrskatvon is both a website to gain public awareness of Juvenile Batten Disease (which affects my oldest daughter) as well as a journal to remember the events in our lives.
Rachel was diagnosed with Batten Disease in July 2009 and while we knew something was "not right" we had no idea that such a nightmarish disease existed. There are dozens of nasty, orphan disease which affect people both very young and old.
Aside from dealing with the changes of Batten Disease in my daughter, Rachel, I have tasked myself with making life memorable for all of my children to make sure that (at least) 3 of them grow up to be as well adjusted and happy as possible.
I hope you guys have an excellent summer. I hope I get to see you when you are here. I toally get it about the mess inside. I’ll show you mine if you show me yours….
You are doing a remarkable job & the children are doing great.
Rachel is coping as well as is possible given the diagnosis & her siblings so very good to her. Boston is her special friend & adores his big sister. Keep making the memories fun for everyone. Hugs Mum XX
When are you coming to Colorado?