Interesting name for this post, I know. Some of my friends and family might know that I was diagnosed with Marfan Syndrome a couple years ago. Basically it is a connective tissue malformation, hence my go-go gadget arms, that causes everything to be a little stretchier. I thankfully was told I have a mild case, therefore stretchy arteries and heart valves were not an issue. I was seeing a regular cardiologist for monitoring, but decided to switch to a Vanderbilt doctor because it is cheaper with my insurance. Well, I went to see Dr. Byrd for my yearly appointment, who happens to be a Marfan Specialist. Upon examination, he believes I have some of the muscloskeletal presentations but is thoroughly conviced I am not a Marfoid (I hated being called this, anyway). Yay! Yay! So Jake and I are super excited!!
Jake and I took a weekend trip to New Orleans. It is a very interesting city to say the least, but a very fun getaway. We experienced the local flair including the chickory coffee and beignets to crawfish ettouffe. The most interesting part were the many street performers who graced the French Quarter. Our personal favorite was the homemade Transformer outfits that actually enabled the men to transform into cars and roll around. Hilarious! Bourbon street is not what it is cracked up to be, actually it is quite NASTY! We walked it only twice and that was more than enough. The rest of the area is nice though.
In other news, tomorrow is Aug 24th which is a wonderful day. #1. First day of grad school. #2. The last book in the series Hunger Games is being shipped to me. #3. Season 3 of Lost is on DVD. I can barely contain myself. So if you need me, I will be in the cottage either reading or watching TV or maybe doing school work. Yikes!
See you soon!
Monday, August 23, 2010
Tuesday, August 3, 2010
We're back!
So I haven't written in about seventeen years! Well, a new name has been established, Tales From the Blystone Cottage. It seems appropriate because there are usually good stories that come from Jake and I just sitting at the house.
This weekend we traveled to Alabama to see our wonderful friends, Katy and Stephen, get married. The wedding was amazing, and everyone there seemed to have a great time, even the mosquitoes!! Not everyone was affected by their presence, actually I think only a few of us were. Lucky for me, I came away with 20+ bites on my legs alone!! Oh man, oh man! It doesn't help that I have the self control of a 5 year old with chicken pox. The whelps continue to grow despite my valid attempts not to scratch!
Back to wedding though, because it was beautiful. Katy was stunning and absolutely the most laid back bride ever. The reception was picturesque in the Alabama fields at sunset. Flowers were everywhere along with good food and fun! I very much enjoy occasions that get the gang back together. Can't wait until September for girl's weekend!
Updates: I am starting back to school. If everything goes as planned, and it never does, I will be graduating in December 2012 with a Master's in Nursing. My specialties will be Women's Health Nurse Practioner and Adult Nurse Practioner. I kind of feel like a grown up. My mother reminded me that there are no "date parties" in grad school. I was slightly bummed!!
Jake still thoroughly enjoys his job. It is nice seeing look forward to starting his day, after his cup of coffee atleast. But we are both excited for a small gettaway before school kicks into gear, so we are headed to New Orleans! So pumped!
Well, sorry so long. I am just making up for lost time!
This weekend we traveled to Alabama to see our wonderful friends, Katy and Stephen, get married. The wedding was amazing, and everyone there seemed to have a great time, even the mosquitoes!! Not everyone was affected by their presence, actually I think only a few of us were. Lucky for me, I came away with 20+ bites on my legs alone!! Oh man, oh man! It doesn't help that I have the self control of a 5 year old with chicken pox. The whelps continue to grow despite my valid attempts not to scratch!
Back to wedding though, because it was beautiful. Katy was stunning and absolutely the most laid back bride ever. The reception was picturesque in the Alabama fields at sunset. Flowers were everywhere along with good food and fun! I very much enjoy occasions that get the gang back together. Can't wait until September for girl's weekend!
Updates: I am starting back to school. If everything goes as planned, and it never does, I will be graduating in December 2012 with a Master's in Nursing. My specialties will be Women's Health Nurse Practioner and Adult Nurse Practioner. I kind of feel like a grown up. My mother reminded me that there are no "date parties" in grad school. I was slightly bummed!!
Jake still thoroughly enjoys his job. It is nice seeing look forward to starting his day, after his cup of coffee atleast. But we are both excited for a small gettaway before school kicks into gear, so we are headed to New Orleans! So pumped!
Well, sorry so long. I am just making up for lost time!
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