Well, we switched medicines with Amara. It was a rocky change, but now that she has been on the new medicine for a while, she is doing GREAT! And I mean, REALLY great. She started on Abilify and it has gotten her the closest to "normal" and stable that I think she has ever been. She is having new emotions that she has never experienced before (like pride in herself). She is able to focus and calm herself down. She hasn't had a melt down in quite a while and is even able to tell us when things are too overwhelming for her. I am thrilled at the potential here.
Tay has been super anxious. She has had a hard time dealing with all of Amara's emotional mess and it has taken its toll. Being home has helped a little bit, but she really needs to be able to not worry and stress over every little thing. We are hoping that she will get some help seeing the psychiatrist and learn some coping techniques.
I've been sick. I've had a sinus infection for about 3 weeks and have been taking antibiotics and sudafed trying to kick this stupid thing out of me. I bought a meat and seafood share with a local farm. I'm really excited about this because I'm supporting local business and getting some awesome food! Mmmmm.....and it's SO good. Besides that I've been busy trying to pick my homeschool curriculum for next year, get things organized around the house, and keep up with everyday things like laundry and doctor appointments.
Jon has been busy qualifying for different watches on the ship (that will only mean a very little to most of you). This kind of stuff is a pain and takes time, its like having to take school classes and take tests. He is sick right now and trying to finish up his qualifications, so needless to say, but he is having a hard time.
I've been stressing over the dog. This wonderful puppy is so well trained, except for nipping at the kids! I'm trying to train it out of her and really hope I do, because if I can't get her to stop nipping then we will have to find her a new home. :( She really has been good except for that, but unfortunately the nipping is a deal breaker for me. Its only puppy nips, and she hasn't broken the skin, but she got Tay on the neck and left scratches there (at which point I almost killed the dog!). Poor puppy, its not her fault, but we gotta get her straight about that.
We bought a brand spanking new couch! This is the second piece of brand new furniture that we've EVER bought and I'm so excited! The homeschool convention was good. A lot less stressful than last year and I got most of the kids curriculum at a fraction of the price. I also got to take a wonderful friend who is starting homeschooling for the first time this fall and show her the ropes and just encourage her. It was a good time of fellowship and I'm glad we got to go.
Other than that its been pretty normal around here. The kids and I are excited to go on vacation and see our friends and family for a few weeks. A real vacation is just what we need right now, and then its back home to do summer school and have fun here with friends. Summer time is here and we are happy to be going to the beach, swimming in our little pool, going to Busch Gardens and Water Country and just general fun times. :) Hope everyone is ready for an amazing summer!
Love to all,
Mya
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