In my life this week....
Positive attitude has been kind of hard this week. We got punched pretty good when our appeal for the insurance company was returned a repeat denial and then we were turned down for patient assistance for Joey's pills. I am praying....praying for the future. We just don't know how things will be going or what is going to happen. There could be some major changes in our lives coming.
I have been trying to catch up, but my body had decided this week is a great week for fibro issues. I was doing fairly well the last two weeks and then BOOM I got hit with all kinds of things this week including severe brain fog. My sleep is really interrupted also, so that is not helping. I have been applying clary saige essential oil to help with my hormone issues. Peppermint oil has been my best friend for headaches and eucalyptus is also been by my side alot for allergies.
In our homeschool this week...
Schoolwork went rather smoothly this week. Yeah!!! No big projects or anything. Lydia is working on State Fair projects and I need to help Joey finish up his 4H projects for judging.
Helpful homeschool advice to share....
I normally don't do this one, but I have to keep reminding myself what a wonderful resource our local library is. Why spend so much money on curriculum? If you can plan your own unit studies, you can save tons of money by using all the resources your local library has to offer.
My favorite thing this week....
Taking the girls out firefly hunting was fun! I think that may have been their favorite.
Things I am working on.....
Organzing....yeah that is what I would like to get done....organizing.....
Things I am reading.....
This is where I post the pretty pics of the Weather Fairy books that I am reading with the girls. And the Samantha American Girl books that I am getting ready to start. Yeah, no "pleasure" reading for me right now....lol
Things I am cooking....
I made salmon patties (and not from canned salmon). They turned out pretty yummy. I diced the salmon fine, mixed with brown rice flour, orange zest, salt and ground ginger. Fried them in coconut oil. Served with a side of sauteed zuchinni and brown rice. Even Joe commented the rice was good (that could be the touch of cayenne I added to the veggie/rice mix).
I made another dish that seems to be becoming a favorite....chicken fajita stirfry (basically chicken breast sauteed with multi colored peppers and seasoned with cumin and cayenne pepper). I serve it with homemade green chile mashed potatoes. It's good the next day too!
I also used the sunflower seed butter I made Sunday to create a banana sunflower seed butter chocolate bar. I thought they were a touch dry, so my goal is to re-create the recipe again....but improve on it.
Lydia is going to learn how to make carrot/raisin salad tomorrow. We also need to make a pineapple cake or some sort of cake for the girls. They found a cute "decorating" style in their American Girl magazine and they want to try and decorate a cake now.
I rewarded the kids this week....
We are considering taking them to see Monsters University this weekend. The boys have kept up on their school assignments really well!
I'm praying for....
Extra strength and patience in the upcoming days as Joey will be switched on meds again. Also for Joey's body to handle the changes well.
My favorite thing this week....
We all were able to go to the Kingdom Hall on Sunday!!! I was so excited, and nervous. But the boys did wonderful!!!
Question.....
Caty is diagnosed with sensory issues. I need suggestions for pacifier issues. She uses it as a soother. But I get very funny looks if we are in a store and she is near overload and has one in her mouth. I would love to tell everyone to mind their own business. But would like to offer her another option. Any suggestions that you have used or seen used with kiddos with sensory disorder.
Everyone have a great week!!!!
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