starting to get healthy

Dear James, Daniel and Emily,

Medical News

So I went to the Doctor yesterday expecting yet another diagnostic procedure because that is what I was told it was when I set up the scheduling. Then I get there and they tell me that this was the actual full procedure, the neurotomy, at last! So I was pretty excited.

The procedure was a little harder than before because I have a bit of a sore throat and the process requires me to lay face down, putting pressure on my throat. After I was given all kinds of warnings that I could expect a lot more soreness this time etc. So I made sure all I did when I got home was just sit around and watch TV.

But this morning I feel pretty much normal, or at least the normal I have been feeling for the past couple of years. So if this is the worst I can expect, and then it will only get better I am really excited.

School Closings

So District 11 finally bit the bullet last night and voted for some actual school closings and consolidation. Which meant the boys school, Buena Vista, will close. However, the Montessori program will continue at another location, not that far away. So they will be able to remain in the program. So, is it an ideal solution? No, but it is the best solution given the circumstances. The boys will not have to change schools, and will continue to get the fine education they are getting. We just won't be able to walk to school any more.

Family Health

Emily is beginning to get better. She has actually had 2 full consecutive nights in her own bed! She's still a little touchy, but that may be due to her not getting the same focused attention from me that she expects. She's used to weekend Dad, who is willing to just sit around and play with her. Not weekday morning Dad, who actually wants to get some things done. But I think she has definitely turned the corner on her illness.

And I have pretty much recovered from all of my various cold/flu symptoms as well. So hopefully this week will provide the respite that we needed to get the family well again.