Sunday, November 8, 2009
Birthday fun!
Today, we went to a birthday party for a friend named Riley. She turned 3 and had a Dance Party! It was fun. Here is some of the fun dancing the kids got to do!
Wednesday, November 4, 2009
Court Date
Good Evening~
Boy is Daylight Savings time nuts or what? We have been in bed by 9pm every night. It is wacky, I say.
So, lots going on at Casa Carr this week. Gabe got offered a new job as an HR Associate for the CT State Department of Corrections. He is THRILLED! We all are. He has been waiting for this opportunity for a long time and is very excited. He will start there on 12/4.
Today there was a Case Status Review at court that I attended. We knew from the beginning that there wasn't a lot that we would be told, it was basically to review the recommendations of the Psychological Evaluation. I didn't actually get to go in and hear them first hand but I got to see everything else unfold. Essentially, mom received the sad news that everyone agrees that moving toward terminating her parental rights is the plan. She was very sad. She also asked for increased visits, which was denied. It is pretty clear that some mental health and substance use issues are resurfacing right now. It was a relief that the Psychologist was able to see what is best for both children involved in this case. Of course, it is still a long process but this is the first time we actually felt like it is going in our direction and it will be interesting to see how mom behaves as we move ahead.
As far as Isaiah goes, he has had to endure more transition this week. His new teacher had a car accident a couple of weeks ago and has been at school only sporadically. This week they sent her home indefinitely and he has had to move into a new room. Luckily he knows the kids already and the teacher seems to be on top of her stuff. He was in her room for the first time today and he got a status report sent home with him today. I wonder if it will be like that every day! He had a great day today. He really is doing great. He is almost all the way through his ABC's...something he couldn't have even started when he got here. He is counting and recognizing his colors! Leaps and bounds.
This weekend he is going to his first kid birthday party. It is a dance party. He loves to dance to Dave Matthews so it should be great. And I know you are thinking, sure he does Bev, but seriously. We have 2 CDs in the CD player in his play room...kid songs and the new Dave CD. He will listen to the entire kids CD and play and be quiet...as soon as Dave comes on, he is jumping around and twirling like a freaking breakdancer. I kid you not!
Time for bed...since it is really 10pm. Have a good night!
Boy is Daylight Savings time nuts or what? We have been in bed by 9pm every night. It is wacky, I say.
So, lots going on at Casa Carr this week. Gabe got offered a new job as an HR Associate for the CT State Department of Corrections. He is THRILLED! We all are. He has been waiting for this opportunity for a long time and is very excited. He will start there on 12/4.
Today there was a Case Status Review at court that I attended. We knew from the beginning that there wasn't a lot that we would be told, it was basically to review the recommendations of the Psychological Evaluation. I didn't actually get to go in and hear them first hand but I got to see everything else unfold. Essentially, mom received the sad news that everyone agrees that moving toward terminating her parental rights is the plan. She was very sad. She also asked for increased visits, which was denied. It is pretty clear that some mental health and substance use issues are resurfacing right now. It was a relief that the Psychologist was able to see what is best for both children involved in this case. Of course, it is still a long process but this is the first time we actually felt like it is going in our direction and it will be interesting to see how mom behaves as we move ahead.
As far as Isaiah goes, he has had to endure more transition this week. His new teacher had a car accident a couple of weeks ago and has been at school only sporadically. This week they sent her home indefinitely and he has had to move into a new room. Luckily he knows the kids already and the teacher seems to be on top of her stuff. He was in her room for the first time today and he got a status report sent home with him today. I wonder if it will be like that every day! He had a great day today. He really is doing great. He is almost all the way through his ABC's...something he couldn't have even started when he got here. He is counting and recognizing his colors! Leaps and bounds.
This weekend he is going to his first kid birthday party. It is a dance party. He loves to dance to Dave Matthews so it should be great. And I know you are thinking, sure he does Bev, but seriously. We have 2 CDs in the CD player in his play room...kid songs and the new Dave CD. He will listen to the entire kids CD and play and be quiet...as soon as Dave comes on, he is jumping around and twirling like a freaking breakdancer. I kid you not!
Time for bed...since it is really 10pm. Have a good night!
Saturday, October 31, 2009
Happy Halloween!
Good evening~
Well today really felt like Halloween in CT. The wind was literally howling through our house and the leaves were flying around under a cloudy sky. I loved it! We have all been looking forward to today...but first I will rewind.
Yesterday was Isaiah's school party and parade. I volunteered in his class and held hands through the parade line. The kids were adorable. They all had a blast and were exhausted by the end. Then they read books, watch movies and had a grand old time. Yesterday was scheduled to be Isaiah's weekly visit with him mom but I received a call at 3pm that she did not show. At first, I panicked I must say. I was worried something happened to her. Apparently she has been sort of off DCF's radar this week so something must be going on, but at least it doesn't sound like she is in any way hurt. It was confusing for Isaiah but he came home and we kept it business as usual and then went up to my cousin Bill's house for our Friday night dinner with his family. Isaiah played with my cousin William who is a little over a year old. They played very well together. Isaiah fell asleep on the way home.
Today we woke up to get ready to receive our new fridge. We shopped for it last weekend with Isaiah and were all so excited when it arrived. We played all day and then got ready for tricks or treats. My aunt and uncle came over to hand out candy while we went around the circle.
Isaiah climbed into his dinosaur / dragon costume and we hit the road. He understood the concept and said "trick or treat" and "thank you" but after the 2nd house he wanted to go home and eat his winnings. Um, not yet friend.
We made it around the circle and he was so well received from our neighbors. They all commented on his costume and he ate it up. Overall it was a positive night with only some minor stomping related to candy after the fact. Totally normal.
Thank goodness we have an extra hour of sleep tonight...Gabe and I need it!
Sleep well and Happy Halloween. Here is our first Halloween Family photo!
Wednesday, October 28, 2009
A year later!
Good evening~
As we approach Halloween, it is hard not to look back. You may think, what? Halloween is not one of those reflective holidays. True, but it was last Halloween that my Dad had a complicated surgery and we didn't know if he would make it through the night. It is amazing what anniversaries trigger within us. This time last year we had declined the placement of Charlie in our home, were coping with my dad's illness and starting my new practice. We got through it all, but it creaps back in when this time of year rolls around.
Now, we are living with Isaiah. I have heard from many of you about how much you enjoyed the little video we posted earlier this week. It really is cute to see him and listen to his voice. He certainly has his own little personality. This week has been typical, with ups and downs. We have learned that no nap at daycare= a miserably tired little boy from 6pm on! Oh the misery...for all of us.
I have been trying to rearrange my schedule to be home more in the evenings, for dinner and bedtime. Hopefully this will allow Gabe some reprieve and allow me more time with Isaiah. Tonight, bedtime was cake. Last night it was hell. I literally cried after...and he creid for a while. But, all to be expected I suppose! At least that is what we are told.
This weekend is the big trick or treat outing. Well, first we have the Halloween parade at daycare...and Halloween party. I get to bring cupcakes. FUN! I will be volunteering in his classroom for the parade and will take many pictures and some video. All to be posted. Then Saturday we head out around our neighborhood circle for tricks or treats. My mom, Barbie, is coming down for the event. Isaiah is already looking forward to it, but I really don't know if he understands it. We'll see!
We hope you all enjoy your Halloween...and maybe take a look back at your last year too. Reflection is powerful and necessary to really appreciate today!
Good night!
As we approach Halloween, it is hard not to look back. You may think, what? Halloween is not one of those reflective holidays. True, but it was last Halloween that my Dad had a complicated surgery and we didn't know if he would make it through the night. It is amazing what anniversaries trigger within us. This time last year we had declined the placement of Charlie in our home, were coping with my dad's illness and starting my new practice. We got through it all, but it creaps back in when this time of year rolls around.
Now, we are living with Isaiah. I have heard from many of you about how much you enjoyed the little video we posted earlier this week. It really is cute to see him and listen to his voice. He certainly has his own little personality. This week has been typical, with ups and downs. We have learned that no nap at daycare= a miserably tired little boy from 6pm on! Oh the misery...for all of us.
I have been trying to rearrange my schedule to be home more in the evenings, for dinner and bedtime. Hopefully this will allow Gabe some reprieve and allow me more time with Isaiah. Tonight, bedtime was cake. Last night it was hell. I literally cried after...and he creid for a while. But, all to be expected I suppose! At least that is what we are told.
This weekend is the big trick or treat outing. Well, first we have the Halloween parade at daycare...and Halloween party. I get to bring cupcakes. FUN! I will be volunteering in his classroom for the parade and will take many pictures and some video. All to be posted. Then Saturday we head out around our neighborhood circle for tricks or treats. My mom, Barbie, is coming down for the event. Isaiah is already looking forward to it, but I really don't know if he understands it. We'll see!
We hope you all enjoy your Halloween...and maybe take a look back at your last year too. Reflection is powerful and necessary to really appreciate today!
Good night!
Sunday, October 25, 2009
Sunday morning at Casa Carr!
This is our Sunday morning ritual...going through the newspaper circulars! We actually all quite enjoy it!!!
Hope you do too!
Hope you do too!
Monday, October 12, 2009
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