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I am a below knee amputee. More importantly, I am also Mommy to two boys, a very active 10 year old (Robby) and an mischievous toddler (Timmy). I have learned that being a parent with a disability can create some unusual and sometimes humorous situations. This blogger is available for hire! Let's talk and learn how a blog can expand your business.

Thursday, June 19, 2025

Nutrition

 Oh my goodness, this summer's weather has been as miserable as our moods. Between the stagnant air, the grey skies and the constant storms, our yard has turned into an overgrown jungle brimming with bugs and other unsavory critters. It is the end of June and we still haven't had a day nice enough to try out the neighborhood pool. I suppose I shouldn't complain since parts of this state suffered severe flooding.  I know we are lucky but none of us are feeling particularly jovial. 

Yesterday while Scott was in heart rehab I attended a cardio nutrition class. Finally!  After six weeks, I finally found somebody who could provide concrete guidelines for our new diet. I felt feeling empowered with information and a diet plan that is not too far off the way that we ate preheart attack.   

Today is an 'off' day because we don't have any rehab or medical appointments. We are really hoping that the rain holds off so that Timmy and I can launch some rockets. Fingers crossed, because the odds are not in our favor. 

 

Monday, June 16, 2025

I'm Back

 The past few weeks have been difficult. I feel like my life has been turned in a snow globe of medical confusion and chaos. As the pieces start to float into place I am starting to see my way through into a different future than we envisioned, but one that is now our reality. I think I just needed time to process everything. Time to cry alone and mourn our carefree cardiac ignorant lives.  Thank you for returning to read.

Timmy has been basking in his summer vacation. Last week Tiffany took him on his own personal adventure. Dubbed "T and T Adventures," the pair went to Hershey Park, Red Robin and launched fireworks at night. Timmy's excitement and joy was positively radiant. I also must admit that I am so proud of Tiffany for coordinating her first adventure. She did an amazing job! 

Scott is settling into Cardiac Rehab. We are beginning week three and he is becoming stronger by the day. Thank you for your support and prayers.

I'll be back tomorrow!