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Wednesday, October 1, 2008
Walking and Talking
A few moments ago I discovered that Corbin is growing up way too fast! He has been taking steps here and there and then he will fall after a couple of steps. He also has been the biggest jibber jabber with the occasionally "mama" and "dada" but for the most part not really making any sense. Well tonight he suprised me when I was sitting on the couch and I told him go get your ball which was by the love seat. To my suprise he turned and walked straight to the ball bent over and picked it up and said, "ball". I can't believe it he is going to be walking and talking all over the place. SIGH It seems like yesterday I could just cuddle him and he would just lay there and snuggle back. Now that only happens when he is sleepy. He's growing way too fast!
Friday, September 26, 2008
Celebrity Collage by MyHeritage: Colby
MyHeritage: Celebrity Collage - Black and white photographs - Free genealogy
Where is Dave Matthews? Notice the different ethnicities...particuarlly Chow-Yun Fat! Ha ha ha!
Hancock Look-alike Meter
MyHeritage: Family trees - Genealogy - Celebrities - Collage - Morph
I saw this on my friends blog, Andrea, and that it looked like fun so I tried it out and was pleased with the result. Everyone always says that Corbin looks just like Colby so HA! He looks like me too!
Saturday, September 20, 2008
Spa Day
On Friday Colby and I decided we needed to go do something fun and relaxing, so we decided, well I decided we should go get a couple's massage at the Sanctuary Day Spa. Colby has been so busy with school and work so I feel like I never see him and plus he has been really stressed out. (This semester is one of the hardest in pharmacy school.) Anyway I thought a massage was just what we needed. Of course it wasn't easy getting I-15 was a mess due to a gravel spill and there were accidents all over the place. Well this caused us to be late so we had to reschedule, but lucky the spa had a later time. Finally, we dropped Corbin off at Grandma Sherry's and went to lunch and then headed to the spa. The massages were great! It was so relaxing. I love the calm music they played and the room had this starlight ceiling which was really cool. At the end they gave us cheesecake that was so delicious! It was an awesome day at the spa. However the day ended with Corbin pooping in the tub, which was a rude awakening that our day of fun and relaxation was over! Colby was awesome and cleaned up the mess! He is such a great Husband and Dad! Thanks for all you do!
Thursday, September 11, 2008
State Fair
Today we went to the state fair and Corbin wasn't too sure about the goats. They seemed to love him though. One of them stuck out his head to get know Corbin better and Corbin stuck out his hand and the goat licked him. He did not like this, he jumped and looked up at me like "how dare he do that!"
(I didn't realize that goats had such long necks.) To make up for it my Grandma gave him some of her funnel cake and he couldn't get enough of the powdered sugar. He loved it! Corbin seemed to like the other animals, but I couldn't handle the smells and started gagging, so my Mom had to finish taking him around. Who knew sheep stunk so bad? Overall it was a nice day at the state fair. Our camera is still broken so I had to make do with my cell phone. So sorry if the pics are fuzzy.
(I didn't realize that goats had such long necks.) To make up for it my Grandma gave him some of her funnel cake and he couldn't get enough of the powdered sugar. He loved it! Corbin seemed to like the other animals, but I couldn't handle the smells and started gagging, so my Mom had to finish taking him around. Who knew sheep stunk so bad? Overall it was a nice day at the state fair. Our camera is still broken so I had to make do with my cell phone. So sorry if the pics are fuzzy.
Thursday, September 4, 2008
Sudden Arrhythmia Death Syndrome (SADS)
My friend, Melissa, has children that have this scary condition and she has requested that I post this on my blog to get the word out...
September is Sudden Arrhythmia Death Syndrome (SADS) Awareness month. This is a very common undiagnosed syndrome that is also known as "The Silent Killer". So here it is! This is something near and dear to my heart and I would love to get the word out to as many people as I can! So if you love me you will copy this post and re-post on your blog with your own little ditty and ask all your friends to do the same thing! I know it sounds silly and lame but we do this with chain crap all the time, but this time it could save someones life!
So please help me for my cause! Thank you and I love you!
Here are some eye grabbing facts to help you along...
• Each year in the United States, 400,000 Americans die suddenly and
unexpectedly due to cardiac arrhythmia's. 3,976 of them are young
people under age 35
• Long QT Syndrome (LQTS) is 3 times more common than childhood
leukemia (ALL) in the US and occurs 1/3 as often as cystic fibrosis and
twice as often as PKU (an infant protein deficiency which causes
mental retardation)
• SADS occur in about 240 people per 100,000, with 20 having LQTS,
20 having ARVD and 200 with HCM
• 1 in 200,000 high school athletes in the US will die suddenly, most
without any prior symptoms
Hundreds of children and young adults die each year in the United States due to Long QT Syndrome.
Any young person who has experienced unexplained fainting should be tested.
It is extremely important that all family members be tested for these conditions once one family member is identified as having the condition.
SADS’ Mission: To save the lives and support the families of children & young adults who are genetically predisposed to sudden death due to heart rhythm abnormalities.
Long QT Syndrome
(LQTS)
What is Long QT Syndrome (LQTS)?
1. LQTS is a disturbance of the heart's electrical system, causing an abnormality of the heartbeat, or rhythm of the heart.
2. Because of this abnormality, affected people are vulnerable to sudden fainting (syncope) and even death.
3. Unfortunately, many times the cause of the syncope is overlooked and the events are called simple fainting spells or seizures.
4. Most often, these events occur during physical exertion or emotional stress. In some they occur during sleep.
5. Fortunately, most of these deaths are preventable if the condition is recognized and treated.
What are the Symptoms?
♥ Fainting episodes (syncope) during or immediately after physical activity
♥ Fainting as a result of emotional excitement/distress/startle
♥ Family history of unexplained death below age 40
How is it Diagnosed?
The diagnosis is made from an ECG that has been read by a cardiologist, not a computer. Usually a series of ECGs will enable your doctor to diagnose LQTS. In some cases, an exercise ECG or event monitor will clarify the diagnosis. Finally,a diagnostic genetic test is now available and is extremely useful for diagnosis and treatment.
How Is It Treated?
Treatment is very effective in the vast majority of patients. Medications called beta-blockers are effective in about 90% of patients. In the remaining cases, a pacemaker or automatic defibrillator is used.
A child should be seen by a doctor if she/he has:
• Family history of unexpected, unexplained sudden death in a young person
• Fainting (syncope) or seizure during exercise, excitement or startle
• Consistent or unusual chest pain and/or shortness of breath during exercise
Thank you to all who repost!
www.lissamousemm.blogspot.com
For more information contact...
Sudden Arrhythmia Death Syndrome (SADS) Foundation
508 East South Temple Suite 20
Salt Lake City, UT 84102
800-STOP SAD or 801-531-0937
Fax: 801-531-0945
www.sads.org
September is Sudden Arrhythmia Death Syndrome (SADS) Awareness month. This is a very common undiagnosed syndrome that is also known as "The Silent Killer". So here it is! This is something near and dear to my heart and I would love to get the word out to as many people as I can! So if you love me you will copy this post and re-post on your blog with your own little ditty and ask all your friends to do the same thing! I know it sounds silly and lame but we do this with chain crap all the time, but this time it could save someones life!
So please help me for my cause! Thank you and I love you!
Here are some eye grabbing facts to help you along...
• Each year in the United States, 400,000 Americans die suddenly and
unexpectedly due to cardiac arrhythmia's. 3,976 of them are young
people under age 35
• Long QT Syndrome (LQTS) is 3 times more common than childhood
leukemia (ALL) in the US and occurs 1/3 as often as cystic fibrosis and
twice as often as PKU (an infant protein deficiency which causes
mental retardation)
• SADS occur in about 240 people per 100,000, with 20 having LQTS,
20 having ARVD and 200 with HCM
• 1 in 200,000 high school athletes in the US will die suddenly, most
without any prior symptoms
Hundreds of children and young adults die each year in the United States due to Long QT Syndrome.
Any young person who has experienced unexplained fainting should be tested.
It is extremely important that all family members be tested for these conditions once one family member is identified as having the condition.
SADS’ Mission: To save the lives and support the families of children & young adults who are genetically predisposed to sudden death due to heart rhythm abnormalities.
Long QT Syndrome
(LQTS)
What is Long QT Syndrome (LQTS)?
1. LQTS is a disturbance of the heart's electrical system, causing an abnormality of the heartbeat, or rhythm of the heart.
2. Because of this abnormality, affected people are vulnerable to sudden fainting (syncope) and even death.
3. Unfortunately, many times the cause of the syncope is overlooked and the events are called simple fainting spells or seizures.
4. Most often, these events occur during physical exertion or emotional stress. In some they occur during sleep.
5. Fortunately, most of these deaths are preventable if the condition is recognized and treated.
What are the Symptoms?
♥ Fainting episodes (syncope) during or immediately after physical activity
♥ Fainting as a result of emotional excitement/distress/startle
♥ Family history of unexplained death below age 40
How is it Diagnosed?
The diagnosis is made from an ECG that has been read by a cardiologist, not a computer. Usually a series of ECGs will enable your doctor to diagnose LQTS. In some cases, an exercise ECG or event monitor will clarify the diagnosis. Finally,a diagnostic genetic test is now available and is extremely useful for diagnosis and treatment.
How Is It Treated?
Treatment is very effective in the vast majority of patients. Medications called beta-blockers are effective in about 90% of patients. In the remaining cases, a pacemaker or automatic defibrillator is used.
A child should be seen by a doctor if she/he has:
• Family history of unexpected, unexplained sudden death in a young person
• Fainting (syncope) or seizure during exercise, excitement or startle
• Consistent or unusual chest pain and/or shortness of breath during exercise
Thank you to all who repost!
www.lissamousemm.blogspot.com
For more information contact...
Sudden Arrhythmia Death Syndrome (SADS) Foundation
508 East South Temple Suite 20
Salt Lake City, UT 84102
800-STOP SAD or 801-531-0937
Fax: 801-531-0945
www.sads.org
Wednesday, September 3, 2008
Our Little Guy
Corbin had his 9 month check-up today, and suprise suprise he is small. He weighed in at 17 lbs 5 ozs and 26 1/2 in tall, which is the 4% and 2% range. On the up side his head measured in the 57% range. Translation... he has his dad's big head and his mom's little body, but he is still in the 100 percentile of cuteness!!!! Our camera is still broken or I would post a recent picture of him to show of cute and "big" he is getting. He also has started to wave! It makes me so proud!
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