Bilinda

Lisa1021 · #1 (**permalink**) 04-15-2005, 09:49 AM

Hi Bilinda,

How have you been? I haven't had a chance to catch up with you much lately. I had surgery done on my second hand which limited my use as it was my right hand and I'm right handed.

Been looking into medical transcription programs as something to earn income at home. I'm investigating financial aid options right now.

The twins are growing. Jake is 11 lbs now and Marisa is 11 lbs 10 oz. They just had their 2 mo check up. Got their shots. Not fun.

Gotta run... babies crying!

Bilinda · #2 (**permalink**) 04-23-2005, 05:40 PM

Hi Lisa,

Thanks for writing to me. Sorry I didn't see it sooner. I have been very busy and not on the computer much. Our middle daughter started a travel soccer team and then I found out this week that my Mom has lung cancer. It has been a crazy week. I am trying to decide what to do as she lives on the other side of the country. She starts Chemo on Monday. They think she will respond well to it but you nver know. This really surprised me since she is the youngest grandparent. I have been worrying about Brian's Mom but she is doing ok.

Got to run but hope to hear from you soon.

Bilinda

Lisa1021 · #3 (**permalink**) 05-14-2005, 01:30 PM

Hi Bilinda,

I'm so sorry to hear about your mother and sorry I didn't get your post sooner. I can't believe how much time has passed since I've checked these boards. I hope your mom is doing better as I write this. I will be keeping her and you and your family in my prayers.

Things here are going ok. I'm still trying to get used to caring for two little ones. They are such a joy, but I find I'm so tired most of the time. I can't wait until the twins sleep through the night so I can as well. They are still getting up every 3 hours to feed. I walk around like a zombie most days tripping over my own two feet. I keep telling myself it will get better.

I'm still taking medical transcription courses. Just finished the first course and am waiting for my tests results to all come in and am waiting for the delivery of my second course which will be on biology. Its good to use my brain (when the twins allow it). Something to focus on that isn't always baby related. Is that bad to say?

I also took a break yesterday (hubby stayed with the twins). I took a postal exam which took a few hours. It was hard being away from them, but kind of nice too in a way. To do something for myself all by myself. I feel selfish saying that. But on the other hand, it was so sweet coming back home to them. I was so excited and they just lit up when they saw me come home. (sigh)

Well, I should go. The twins are about ready to eat again. Hope you are holding up well. You will be in my thoughts.

Bilinda · #4 (**permalink**) 05-17-2005, 09:21 AM

Hi Lisa,

Nice to hear from you as always. My Mom is doing well so far so I am hoping for the best. She is young and strong so I hope she can beat this cancer. They are coming out with new drugs all the time. I am not sure yet when I am going for a visit. I hope to wait until later in June.

I have today off from work because I work on Saturday. I just spent about 2 hours addressing graduation invitations for our oldest son. I am so excited that he is graduating on June 5th. We are having a small open house afterward with family and a few close friends.

Don't feel guilty for wanting some time for yourself. Now is such a hard time when the babies are little. Try to get someone to come in once in a while and make sure you and DH have a "date" once in a while, that is important. It will be better once they start sleeping most of the night. I remember how hard it was to get so little sleep and I just had one.

I am glad you are taking the courses so you can work from home. Keep me posted on how it is going. I took a few biology classes and found them very interesting.

We sold the pony, she was a little too wild and now are looking for a nice calm horse for our 10 year old. It is fun visiting the different farms and seeing the horses. We went and "test rode" one on Sunday. She would be a good one but they are high on their price. We shall see. Oh, DH is going to apply at the local University for an Aviation Tech job. The have an aviation program. It would be a good job with real good benefits. Also our kids would get 50% off on tuition. Keep your fingers crossed.

Talk to you soon!

Bilinda