Pain in the NECK!

Tuesday morning, I took my mom to the doctor's because she is not well. Sinus infection, ear infection and dizziness. When I took her home then went to leave for Matthew and I to go home, all of a sudden, I got this HUGE pain going up the back-right side of my neck.
Thinking it would go away with time, I just came home and rested. All to find out that it was hurting even more. Took hot showers, no help. Took Motrin, no help.

And of course, I am part of the American body that does not have insurance as it is just to much money to pay out.

I took some more meds last night and went to sleep. Only to wake at 2:30am in execrating pain. No matter what I did, my neck was shooting pain through my head and right arm. Not being able to take it anymore, I starting crying. This woke Kevin up. At that time, I was ready to be taken to the ER even though I knew it would be a GIGANTIC bill.
Kevin was able to talk me out of it and now I am waiting for the doctor to get into the office this afternoon so I can see what can be done.

At some times, I feel like I pulled a muscle. At other times, it feels like I pinched a nerve. When the pain comes, my fingers go numb (tingling) and if I relax my shoulders, the pain goes right away. Maybe I pinched a nerve and pulled a muscle!

All I know is that I have a HUGE bump on the back of my neck and I cannot turn my head at all or it hurts!

Going to be a FUN summer!

Thank you to Craigslist and a very very handy father in law, Kevin and I are new owners of a RV!

Today we bought a Pop up camper for the wonderful price of $200! Needed some work, but my father in law already fixed it!

I am soooooo excited! Already have June 26th through July 5th booked for camping!

H1N1

Last night, all of my sister's and my mother went out for Mother's day. No, you did not forget Mother's day. My mom is helping my sister move to Florida this week so we decided to celebrate early, when all of us could be together. And I don't think we have ever done anything like that before. It was fun!

When I got home, it was around 9:30 and I received a phone call from my dad.
"Jackie, do you realize that is no school for your kids tomorrow?"

I said " Why? WHAT???"

"Ummmm...SWINE FLU" said my dad

At first I really thought my dad was messing with me like he likes to do to me. But, I went online and saw that our school district closed school for Monday and Tuesday due to 1 high school student who MAY have the flu.
Overboard? Yeah, maybe a little. But I can't help to be thankful that they are looking at my children's overall health with this issue.

Pray

When I got home I got a phone call from my cousin. My aunt has been placed in the ICU for 100% Kidney failure. Please pray for peace. Thank you

So, I did it!

For the first time in MONTHS, I attended church.

I actually enjoyed it. Alot! It was amusing, interesting and educational at the same time.

The sermon was taught on Truth.

When the pastor went into our sins, it did hit me and made me see that I am no different than anyone. My opinions are just that, opinions. My sin are just that, sins. And the sooner I see them, the sooner I can be saved from them. The one thing that I just never got was when I would be told to walk away from my sin. It was like "How can I do that? And if I can just do that, then why did Jesus die?"
I think I may be right when I say that it is more about recognizing the sins and facing them. Anger is my biggest sin. I get so made sometimes that I wish people would die. And to be told that it makes me a murder in God's eyes bc of what he told us in the Word, is a shocker. So to see it, face it and try my best to change it is what God wants. He knows my heart. He knows that I don't really want someone to die (Maybe move to England or something LOL) and that I just am so upset and sad. And that I truly just need a shoulder to cry on. And yes, I never turn to Jesus.
I have a hard time turning to him bc his shoulder is not present in front of me. I have to ...I really don't know what I have to do?

Feels weird, but I feel like I am starting over with the Christian walk. Like I have wiped my slate clean and now I am back at the beginning.

But I really liked this new church! And better yet, the kids loved it!

Mommy Questions

1. How old were you when your first child was born? 20

2. What month and year was your youngest child born? July 2006

3. How did you feel when you first found out you were pregnant? With my first child, I was happy.

4. Who did you tell first? My husband

5. How many pounds did you gain during your first pregnancy? I don't remember

6. What did you crave while you were pregnant? Sour Patch Kids

7. Did you find out the gender of your first child? Yes

8. Did you have any complications during your pregnancy?My first pregnancy was induced 2 weeks early due to a low level of the fluid.

9. How much did your first child weigh? 6 lbs. 7 oz.

10. Was your first child early, late, or on time? 2 weeks early

11. What is the most difficult challenge or health issue that any of your children have faced? Rather not share

12. What's your favorite part of being a mom? I do like being a mom. My fav part would have to be when we can play board games/video games, and hang out. I do not like being the discipline mommy.

13. Do you think it's easier to be a mom or a dad? Depends on which one stays at home or both work. In my situation, it is more difficult to be the Mom. Due to the restrictions that are on me everyday. I would not change it for anything though!

14. What is the best piece of advice you could give to someone who is about to have their first child? Keep it at one! hehe...well to each there own! But be prepared, mentally. Right when you think things are going well, someone gets a fever, one if fighting with the other...so on.... it is not to be taken lightly. You are the one who teaches and shapes this little person into the adult they will be....you will be surprised at how much they learn from you.

15. Did you always think you'd have kids? Yes and No. I wanted kids but never thought I would have them.

16. What's been the biggest surprise about motherhood? No privacy!

17. Are there things you miss about life before kids? Yes. I married at 19 and had Joey at 20. If I could go back, I would have waited a year longer. Just to have some more one on one time with my husband.

18. How many children do you have? 3 boys

19. Do you plan to have any more children? NO! If I do, yell at me okay?

20. Who's the mom that you admire most? I really don't know. I just try to be the best mom I can be while staying the person I am. I guess I admire the mom who will not change who she is because she is a mom. To be true to yourself and stay a mom is the healthiest way to raise a child. Stay true to yourself.

A new addition

First of all, I will start this blog out with saying that the new addition is not in my immediate family. I am NOT pregnant! Not interested in that right now for SURE!

The new addition is my oldest sister's baby. He was born last night around 6pm. Weighing in at 5lbs. 14oz. Boy, is he a doll too! But to my wonderful surprise, my sister asked me on Monday night to attend the birth. I have experienced 3 births of my own but never had experienced the joy of witnessing one. It was quite different being the one that is helping. Most of the time I had no idea what to do but just be there for her and that is what I did. It was a great experience though. And she is so thankful that I was there. I think (from experience myself) that it was just the point of knowing someone is there with you and you are not alone.

So, now that I am home....I am very tired. I had a great night of sleep last night, but I am still really worn out today. Ready for bed again and it is only 5:30pm.