Tuesday, October 7, 2008
Place in This World
Lately I have just been torn with my life. Everything seems so perfect then everything turns upside down. This has been one of my favorite songs for as long as I can remember. I can remember being very young belting out this song in the car. The other day on my way home I was listening to WOW the 90's and this was on it. Perfect timing- I hadnt heard it in so long. God is good.
Saturday, October 4, 2008
Passed Out Cold
Yesterday was the big day. I went home Thursday night and prepared myself for the next morning as best as possible by eating steak, rice, rolls, peanut butter cups, chips, strawberries, cupcakes, ice-cream...basically anything I could manage to put in my stomach before midnight. Plus I was at home and when you are at home you have to raid the pantry and fridge. : )
I got up and we headed to St. Lukes. I must admit I was a little nervous. Passing out sucks and that's when you don't know its going to happen. I went into a tiny room with a table. They hook you up to a machine that monitors your heart-rate, blood pressure and oxygen and take a beginning test. Then they tilt the table. I didn't think tilting it would make me pass out. But if you think about it. There is no natural way to stand at 70 degree angle on your own.
Your body literally is incapable of such a thing. Within 4 minutes I wanted to sit down and felt extremely sleepy...the nurse told me this was normal. Every 2 minutes it would take my blood pressure. My heart rate was steadily increasing the more I stood there. By 18 minutes I wanted to cry. I told the nurse that and she said she would page the doctor to go onto the next step. He came in and we went over what all my papers said (apparently he didn't read them) and then he started rubbing on my neck. I HATE WHEN PEOPLE TOUCH MY NECK. It was awful. I wanted to throw up but at the same time I was unable to swallow. He kept asking me, "You going down?" I kept trying to laugh but the more and harder he rubbed on my neck the less together I was. After 7 minutes of pure torture I passed out. The nurse kept telling me to keep my eyes open. Do you know what it feels like to pass out and not be able to sit down? It is the creepiest feeling...I was sweating everywhere then I was freezing...it was awful. Granted, that means the test was positive and they can understand why I pass out so that is good but I would NOT recommend this to anyone. The total test took 27 minutes before I passed out. I was really thankful for that. I was worried it would take the full 1.5-2 hours!
Now I just have a follow up appointment with my cardiologist for her to analyze what the results said and put me on some meds. The doctor who did the test said he thinks it is just i have overly sensitive carotid arteries in my neck and that certain movements of my neck cause me to pass out.
I got up and we headed to St. Lukes. I must admit I was a little nervous. Passing out sucks and that's when you don't know its going to happen. I went into a tiny room with a table. They hook you up to a machine that monitors your heart-rate, blood pressure and oxygen and take a beginning test. Then they tilt the table. I didn't think tilting it would make me pass out. But if you think about it. There is no natural way to stand at 70 degree angle on your own.
Your body literally is incapable of such a thing. Within 4 minutes I wanted to sit down and felt extremely sleepy...the nurse told me this was normal. Every 2 minutes it would take my blood pressure. My heart rate was steadily increasing the more I stood there. By 18 minutes I wanted to cry. I told the nurse that and she said she would page the doctor to go onto the next step. He came in and we went over what all my papers said (apparently he didn't read them) and then he started rubbing on my neck. I HATE WHEN PEOPLE TOUCH MY NECK. It was awful. I wanted to throw up but at the same time I was unable to swallow. He kept asking me, "You going down?" I kept trying to laugh but the more and harder he rubbed on my neck the less together I was. After 7 minutes of pure torture I passed out. The nurse kept telling me to keep my eyes open. Do you know what it feels like to pass out and not be able to sit down? It is the creepiest feeling...I was sweating everywhere then I was freezing...it was awful. Granted, that means the test was positive and they can understand why I pass out so that is good but I would NOT recommend this to anyone. The total test took 27 minutes before I passed out. I was really thankful for that. I was worried it would take the full 1.5-2 hours!
Now I just have a follow up appointment with my cardiologist for her to analyze what the results said and put me on some meds. The doctor who did the test said he thinks it is just i have overly sensitive carotid arteries in my neck and that certain movements of my neck cause me to pass out.
Wednesday, October 1, 2008
The Terrible, Horrible, No Good, Very Bad Day
Sometimes I just need to write. Not say anything, but I need to see that the computer does still type what I say. That anything I write or want to write will come on the screen and no one can say otherwise. 
Today was a terrible, horrible, no good, very bad day. My name may not be Alexander but it might as well have been. Everyone keeps telling me you'll learn soo much. I may be learning all the wrong things but it still SUCKS and still HURTS and still is a HORRIBLE FEELING to know that something you have loved and worked so hard at for the past three years of your life you DREAD going too and count down the days until you are done...something is to be said about that....
However, you do know your a teacher when....
I get out the shower and Pip has gotten into the trash and has torn up all of my tissues from earlier. What do I say? No, not "bad dog!" Or "Oh my Gosh, PIP!"
No- instead I say, "Pip this is unacceptable!"
Today was a terrible, horrible, no good, very bad day. My name may not be Alexander but it might as well have been. Everyone keeps telling me you'll learn soo much. I may be learning all the wrong things but it still SUCKS and still HURTS and still is a HORRIBLE FEELING to know that something you have loved and worked so hard at for the past three years of your life you DREAD going too and count down the days until you are done...something is to be said about that....
However, you do know your a teacher when....
I get out the shower and Pip has gotten into the trash and has torn up all of my tissues from earlier. What do I say? No, not "bad dog!" Or "Oh my Gosh, PIP!"
No- instead I say, "Pip this is unacceptable!"
Sunday, September 28, 2008
Days Go By
This weekend was another weekend closer to Justin moving here. Yippie!!!!!!
Not to mention the AGGIES WON!
Friday I made up a missed day at my elementary school. Justin arrived on Friday night. We went to eat at Cotton Patch and then came back to the house and just chilled for a little while. We decided not to stay up too late since we had to get up super early the next morning for the 11:30 game. Saturday was a whirl-wind fun packed day. We got to campus and waited to watch step off. The Knight's family friends were at the game and everyone was soo happy to see each other. They seemed to pick up right where they had left off. I hope one day I can have friendship like that...We spent the day at their tailgate and had some amazing food and a good time was had by all.
Today Justin didn't leave for quite some time. It was great. Last weekend he had to leave early and get back to the office where he spent all Sunday and Monday so for him to be relaxed and not worry about the time according to the job was great. It was music to my ears when he said he needed to leave to go pack. He can leave if he is going to pack to move here!!! : ) I told him earlier it is almost finally hitting me he is moving here and will be here before I know it. I cant believe this day is finally coming....
Stories from 4th Grade
Life has been rather hectic. I have yet to share anything about school. We have been in classes for over a month and I have yet to report anything. Mondays and Fridays are AMAZING. I had originally planned on subbing those days but with everything going on with me I have had to put that on hold. Thursdays I am on A&M campus all day. It is a very long day. I have just spent Tuesday and Wednesday at Elementary School so its rough to get up to go sit in the classroom. I am with three amazing girls in my group so they make my day go by faster. I have social studies at 8, math at 9 then a break till 12:45 where I go back to Reading and Science. I feel like most of my classes are kinda pointless at this point. I hate being in a classroom then going to sit in one where we count to 50.
Tuesdays and Thursdays...well see maybe this is why I have yet to blog. I dont really have any desire to write about it. I am in a fourth grade class where we do Math & Science. Most days its one or the other. But I will post some cute stories...
I grade math homework during her lesson and this is what I come across...
6. Write a word problem using subtraction.
Brent has 128 girlfriend. 27 of them dump him. How many does he have now?
Later that day on our way to lunch I ask him about his problem. Telling him I liked his word problem on his homework today, does he really have that many girlfriends? He looks up at me. Brent is my dad. I laughed for quite some time.
After lunch is their bathroom/water break. I monitor the girls restroom while they stand in line. This was my first day back since last week and all the girls start asking if they can have a hug. I said of course. One after another until I had hugged every girl in line...the last one said.."We all LOVE Miss. Hardy" -made my day
On the way to lunch I walk at the end of the line and make sure they keep their hands to themselves, stay off the wall, etc. Today there was three young men (high school- maybe) and a woman coming to eat lunch with one of the girls in my class. One of the guys asks me, "Hi...you work here" (Granted I am wearing a jumper and a cardigan...really pulling off the whole teacher look). I respond, "Kinda...student teaching" (didnt feel like explaining everything to him) Then I quickly walked away....next thing I know one of the girls in the class...."OOOOOO Ms Hardy flirtin...Ooooo.... I can soooo hook you up with him" No no girls...get in line get your food. Continuing through lunch..."Ms. Hardy, for real I can sooo hook you up! I hooked my mammma up with this man..hmmmm mmmm he was soooo fine. I wanted to keep him for myself but I gave him to my mamma but hmmm he was fine. So I can totally hook you up with him" All the while this guy is sitting at the table behind us. 4TH GRADE! I was humiliated and quickly quieted her down.
I guess that is enough for now...I am sure I will think of some more stories later...
I dont know what is wrong with me. Normally I am so chatty. I could talk anyone ears off...I must just be out of it today. Maybe Im just tired.....
Tuesdays and Thursdays...well see maybe this is why I have yet to blog. I dont really have any desire to write about it. I am in a fourth grade class where we do Math & Science. Most days its one or the other. But I will post some cute stories...
I grade math homework during her lesson and this is what I come across...
6. Write a word problem using subtraction.
Brent has 128 girlfriend. 27 of them dump him. How many does he have now?
Later that day on our way to lunch I ask him about his problem. Telling him I liked his word problem on his homework today, does he really have that many girlfriends? He looks up at me. Brent is my dad. I laughed for quite some time.
After lunch is their bathroom/water break. I monitor the girls restroom while they stand in line. This was my first day back since last week and all the girls start asking if they can have a hug. I said of course. One after another until I had hugged every girl in line...the last one said.."We all LOVE Miss. Hardy" -made my day
On the way to lunch I walk at the end of the line and make sure they keep their hands to themselves, stay off the wall, etc. Today there was three young men (high school- maybe) and a woman coming to eat lunch with one of the girls in my class. One of the guys asks me, "Hi...you work here" (Granted I am wearing a jumper and a cardigan...really pulling off the whole teacher look). I respond, "Kinda...student teaching" (didnt feel like explaining everything to him) Then I quickly walked away....next thing I know one of the girls in the class...."OOOOOO Ms Hardy flirtin...Ooooo.... I can soooo hook you up with him" No no girls...get in line get your food. Continuing through lunch..."Ms. Hardy, for real I can sooo hook you up! I hooked my mammma up with this man..hmmmm mmmm he was soooo fine. I wanted to keep him for myself but I gave him to my mamma but hmmm he was fine. So I can totally hook you up with him" All the while this guy is sitting at the table behind us. 4TH GRADE! I was humiliated and quickly quieted her down.
I guess that is enough for now...I am sure I will think of some more stories later...
I dont know what is wrong with me. Normally I am so chatty. I could talk anyone ears off...I must just be out of it today. Maybe Im just tired.....
Friday, September 26, 2008
More Tests
This doctor appointment I am not looking foward too. I have to have two more tests. The Tilt Table Test and the Cardiac Event Monitor for a MONTH!!!
Here are the details of both:
Tilt Table Test:
The tilt table test is designed to find out the cause of syncope or fainting spells. During the test, the patient lies on a bed that is tilted at different angles (30-60 degrees) for a period of time to help the cardiologist determine the cause of the fainting spells.
You need to have an empty stomach during the test. Do not eat or drink anything after midnight the evening before your test.
Before your test begins, a small needle will be inserted into a vein in your arm. This is to allow doctors and nurses to give you medications and fluids during the procedure if necessary.
A physician's assistant or registered nurse will prepare you for the test. A cardiologist will monitor your test. In order to monitor your vital signs and your reaction to the test, you will be connected to three monitors:
Electrocardiogram: Your chest will be cleaned with an alcohol pad to remove skin oil at the areas where the electrodes will be placed. Men may need to have some chest hair shaved in order to help the electrodes adhere to the skin. Wires will then be attached to each of the electrodes in order to record and monitor your electrocardiogram (ECG) before, during the test.
Oximeter monitor: A small clip will be placed on the tip of your finger to checks the oxygen level of your blood.
Blood pressure monitor: A blood pressure cuff will be placed on your arm to check your blood pressure intermittently throughout the study.
You will be awake throughout the entire test. You will be asked to lie quietly and keep your legs still. The table you are lying on will be tilted at different angles. You may feel nothing at all or you may feel the same symptoms you feel when you experience a fainting spell. The test may even induce you to faint. Remember, you are being monitored and the doctors and nurses are in the room with you. It is important to tell your doctor or nurse all of symptoms you feel during the test. As part of the test, your doctor may give you a medication. This medication may make you feel nervous, jittery, or you may feel your heart beat faster or stronger. This feeling will go away as the medication wears off. The test will last 1-2 hours.
Cardiac Event Monitor:
The Cardiac Event Monitor is used to detect abnormal heart rhythms. This small device records the heart's electrical activity (rhythm) at the push of a button. Patients trigger the device when they first begin to feel signs (an "event") such as:
Dizziness
Weakness
Lightheadedness
Heart racing and /or fluttering
The monitor stores the heart rhythm. Later that rhythm is sent via the telephone to the doctor for review. This test allows for on-demand heart monitoring outside the hospital/clinic setting when symptoms are noted and as you go about your normal routine. The test results help guide your doctor to choose treatment options to meet your specific needs.
The monitor, about the size of a deck of cards, is clipped to your waistband. This monitor is connected to a set of wires which attaches to two electrodes worn on your chest (like an EKG). The monitor can be worn for up to 30 days. It is removed during bathing.
Here are the details of both:
Tilt Table Test:
The tilt table test is designed to find out the cause of syncope or fainting spells. During the test, the patient lies on a bed that is tilted at different angles (30-60 degrees) for a period of time to help the cardiologist determine the cause of the fainting spells.
You need to have an empty stomach during the test. Do not eat or drink anything after midnight the evening before your test.
Before your test begins, a small needle will be inserted into a vein in your arm. This is to allow doctors and nurses to give you medications and fluids during the procedure if necessary.
A physician's assistant or registered nurse will prepare you for the test. A cardiologist will monitor your test. In order to monitor your vital signs and your reaction to the test, you will be connected to three monitors:
Electrocardiogram: Your chest will be cleaned with an alcohol pad to remove skin oil at the areas where the electrodes will be placed. Men may need to have some chest hair shaved in order to help the electrodes adhere to the skin. Wires will then be attached to each of the electrodes in order to record and monitor your electrocardiogram (ECG) before, during the test.
Oximeter monitor: A small clip will be placed on the tip of your finger to checks the oxygen level of your blood.
Blood pressure monitor: A blood pressure cuff will be placed on your arm to check your blood pressure intermittently throughout the study.
You will be awake throughout the entire test. You will be asked to lie quietly and keep your legs still. The table you are lying on will be tilted at different angles. You may feel nothing at all or you may feel the same symptoms you feel when you experience a fainting spell. The test may even induce you to faint. Remember, you are being monitored and the doctors and nurses are in the room with you. It is important to tell your doctor or nurse all of symptoms you feel during the test. As part of the test, your doctor may give you a medication. This medication may make you feel nervous, jittery, or you may feel your heart beat faster or stronger. This feeling will go away as the medication wears off. The test will last 1-2 hours.
Cardiac Event Monitor:
The Cardiac Event Monitor is used to detect abnormal heart rhythms. This small device records the heart's electrical activity (rhythm) at the push of a button. Patients trigger the device when they first begin to feel signs (an "event") such as:
Dizziness
Weakness
Lightheadedness
Heart racing and /or fluttering
The monitor stores the heart rhythm. Later that rhythm is sent via the telephone to the doctor for review. This test allows for on-demand heart monitoring outside the hospital/clinic setting when symptoms are noted and as you go about your normal routine. The test results help guide your doctor to choose treatment options to meet your specific needs.
The monitor, about the size of a deck of cards, is clipped to your waistband. This monitor is connected to a set of wires which attaches to two electrodes worn on your chest (like an EKG). The monitor can be worn for up to 30 days. It is removed during bathing.
Wednesday, September 24, 2008
Pregnant!
It is true.
Lexie (Pip's mom) is pregnant again.
She is 6 weeks along and has the babies at 9 weeks.
So if anyone needs a puppy by Christmas time....there will be some.
I think she just has two again...but we will see in three short weeks. 
This is what she looked like 2 weeks before giving birth to Pip & Carter. She already looks like that now. Who knows? Maybe this time she will have three....
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