I Blew Out A Flip-Flop
Written by admin on July 22nd, 2008And I can assure you I was NOT in Margaritaville. It was a day like any other, with me racing from one thing to another — basically me against the clock, and I just somehow felt my flip-flop stay behind when I took a frantic step onward and, well, there it was.
These were good flip-flops too. Really good. They’ve accompanied me around for at least two years. Perhaps three. Can you tell they used to be fancy flip-flops? Oh well.
I think I might be a bit hormonal, because I dreamed last night that I had a brand new baby. He was SO sweet. I named him Maples. Yes, MAPLES. It felt so real. I woke up thinking it had to be real, but then I knew it wasn’t because Hubby would never stand for the name Maples. Just think of it.
What did you name him?
My Hubby: His name is Maples.
Oh.
Then I went to the doctor today to have a throat culture. Long story. Well not so long. Neighbor child with Strep. Neighbor child over here some. Me with a slightly sore throat.
My blood pressure was 80/44. So I’ve always had low blood pressure, but this might be the lowest except right after childbirth when I fainted that time. I felt really good about the reading today. I mean isn’t it good to have low blood pressure? Mine is usually 90/60, but today I just figured I was really relaxed. I had just had time in the waiting room to read an entire magazine. That NEVER happens at home.
I said to Hubby when I came home, “guess what my blood pressure was?”
He said, 90/55. (He knows how low it usually is.)
I said, NOPE.
Lower??? he asked.
Yes.
50??
NO!
LOWER?
YES!
48?
NO!
LOWER!!!!?????
YES! 80 over 44, I said.
“Wow, that’s almost dead,” he said.
I guess it does sound alarming, but like I said, mine has always been low. During one pregnancy it hovered around 88/58 and the nurse always checked it twice. It runs in the family. There’s actually a family story about one of my great-aunts going to give blood and her blood pressure was so low they gave her blood.
Well, enough about my medical history. On another, more pet-related note, do you think any birds will ever land in this bird feeder again?
Oreo has claimed this as her early evening hangout. I can’t say that I blame her, being a cat and all.
Oh, I also thought you might want to see the cake
and the presents
and the girl
A Study of Ten
One more thing. ‘ll be gone for a few days, but I’ll return with pictures. I might have time to say bye in the morning, but in case I don’t, ENJOY YOUR WEEK.
We all only have today.
Lynn
The Hundred Dresses
The Family Under the Bridge
Caddie Woodlawn. With the Wisconsin big woods theme, goes along great with a FIAR study of The Raft.
A Year Down Yonder
A Charlotte Mason Companion: Personal Reflections on the Gentle Art of Learning
Pocketful of Pinecones: Nature Study With the Gentle Art of Learning: A Story for Mother Culture. Sweet fictional story about a newly homeschooling mother who incorporates nature study.
Nature Crafts for Kids: 50 Fantastic Things to Make With Mother Nature's Help
The Country Diary of an Edwardian Lady
The Endurance: Shackleton's Legendary Antarctic Expedition
Awakening Beauty the Dr. Hauschka Way
A Redbird Christmas: A Novel
The Usborne Internet-Linked Book of Knowledge
What Your Fifth Grader Needs to Know
for you to leave a comment, but you can also e-mail me at lynn AT thehealthyhomeschool.com
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Hi Friend!!!
I’m so sorry I missed your call. Wed is therapy day -and it’s nuts! I apologize for not calling back - yet. I will! I do want to talk with you.
Love reading your blog. Happy Birthday to your princess.
You are such a good mama!
Miss seeing you sweet friend!
Love,
Leslie
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Hello again, i miss your home!
Im ready to get back from the beach!
I wish i could have made it to Michaela’s birthday party. You all have fun at the Mountains!
See ya : )
–Vikki
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Leslie, no worries. I’m going to be away for a few days, but maybe we can talk when I come home. That would be great. I miss seeing you too.
Hugs,
Lynn
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Vikki, we miss you too! You’ll be home soon.
Your blog looks great!
Hugs,
Lynn
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Lynn, I just had to stop by today as you always inspire me.
lol ( I actually kind of like that for a girl…)
I too have loooow blood pressure and have heard the “Are you dead” comment! My middle son inherited it. I hope you are feeling ok.
So, when is Maples due?
Patricia
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Oh I do hope you feel better soon…I LOVE the kitty in the bird feeder…that is ADORABLE!! The cake and party look great too….
Hugs,
Robin
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Hope you’re all having a fun time Lynn - that your throat is OK, and your B/P up a bit - maybe I’ll share my higher one with you!!
Oreo is the cutest bird!! Princess had a fun time I’m sure - happy belated b’day to her - wish I could be 10 again.