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These are the thoughts of a mother; The thoughts of a wife; The thoughts of a woman. Not all of my thoughts are centered around my family, but I just thought it would be interesting to keep track of my day to day musings.

Friday, August 24, 2007

Pediatrics as a Big Business should be outlawed!

I don't get irritated too often. Truly. But one thing that has been getting on my nerves for the past year is our Pediatrician's office. We had been going to our original pediatrician, even after we moved across town and we LOVED her. The 45 minute drive one way got to be too much for us though, especially if the girls were sick, so we decided to move to a closer pediatrician. We chose one that was recommended to us, and since day one, have not been terribly impressed. The people who work in the office are rude more often than not, and although our PCP is nice, the other doctors in her practice are short on bedside manner. Also, if you need anything from them regarding records or billing info, you have to call corporate offices or wait 2-3 weeks! Who ever heard of a doctor's office having "Corporate Headquarters"?

I think it is very important to mention at this point that the nurses in the practice are all VERY nice and seem quite competent. However it's not enough to put up with the rest. Twice I've had doctors talk rudely to my kids. Once, my 9 year old (then 8) was asking a question about one of the treatment options for removing the wart on her foot and the doctor told her that if she'd shut up, he'd get to that. Now, I realize that he may have said that jokingly, but this was the first time we'd seen this doctor, so we didn't know his particular personality quirks, and secondly, most 8 year olds don't always have a keen grasp on sarcasm. She was shocked speechless as was I. Frankly, I don't think it's a good idea for a doctor to give the impression you can't ask questions or talk about whatever you think is important!

So, we have scheduled appointments with a new pediatrition who will hopefully meet our needs and what I consider reasonable requirements. :) We just want to be able to feel welcome, safe and respected. Not too much to ask is it?

~N

posted by Noelle 2:28 PM
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Tuesday, August 21, 2007

It's that time of year again. School is almost back in session. I think the public schools in Pataskala start tomorrow, but my girls don't start until next Monday. We're pretty much ready I think. At least I hope so. :)

I've gotten gym uniforms ready. I'd like to get a couple more pairs of shorts for sarah, but the store was out of the XS in navy. I'll get by with what we have and wait until Target restocks. As far as dress uniforms go, I just need to break out the sewing machine and sthrengthen the seams on one of Gillian's jumpers. For some reason, she is constantly pulling down on her skirt and ends up breaking the thread that holds the plackard in place.

With the start of school we should see a little lightening up in sports schedules. Last week, Gill had 5 soccer games in a 7 day period! Insane. Also, volleyball practices will go from 3 hours a day, 3 days a week, to 1 1/2 hours each practice (2-3 times a week). Of course with that being said, dance will start once school starts so thats just more to add to the schedule. :)

I shouldn't complain though, it's keeping the kids fit. We manage to keep the kids just shy of overscheduled. Dance and sports have done a lot to teach Ariana about time management and planning ahead. The girls know that if there is stuff going on after dinner, then they need to get their homework done as soon as they get home. I almost never have to hound them about getting their work done...they just do it.

It's hard to believe that Hannah is going to start pre-school this year. Her program is 5 mornings a week. She'll be in class with her friend Trinity. She's looking forward to it big time. She has her Dora backpack and her school supplies all ready. She's very excited. She doesn't start until after Labor Day though. It's going to be a rough week once her sisters go back to school, and she still has to wait. :)

Well, how was that for Random Thoughts. More like rambling thoughts. Oh well. Life is like that for me some times. Have a great day and for all the kids out there...have a great year - study hard, but have fun too.

~Noelle
Labels: back to school

posted by Noelle 8:47 AM
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Tuesday, August 07, 2007

I'm nearly back to normal! It was a rough few days. From Friday afternoon, to Monday evening, I was feeling the effects of my Friday morning workout. Actually, there is still some residual pain, but at least it's not something I notice right away. Those lunges killed my quads. :)

I was able to do 30 minutes on the elliptical and 15 on the bike yesterday though as well as an upper body workout and some stretching. Speaking of upper body, my arms are really starting to firm up nicely. I can do 15 push ups (girl-type) without too much effort. I'm working up to being able to do 10 boy-type push ups by the end of the summer. Right now, I can only do 5 and that's not using my best form. I'm working on it though. I went and picked up some hand weights (I have no idea where my old ones went) and have been adding an upper body workout with those at home. It's easier to do the upper body stuff here at home instead of at the Y. When I'm at the Y, I want to focus mostly on my cardio workout or legs. My upper body strength has always been pretty non existant, so as my strength increases, I'll probably add more in the way of machines at the Y. For now, the hand weights work fine.

~N

posted by Noelle 8:22 AM
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Monday, August 06, 2007

Still on the workout wagon. I picked up a book the other day that had a fat-burning/muscle-building weight-training circuit in it. Among the usual of push-ups, squats, and the like, it called for 5 minutes of walking lunges. (Something I usually have the older kids do in gym class when I sub and they complain about whatever else it is that the gym teacher left for them to do.) Anyway, I managed to do only 1 minute of lunges before my legs petered out on me. The rest of the morning, and all afternoon I felt like I had noodles for legs. I went to the Y anyway and because my legs still felt fatigued, I only did 20 minutes on the elliptical. Strangely enough, it was the easiest workout I've had in a while. Probably because I worked down a level and for only 20 minutes. I still was dripping and tired when I got off, but I was surprised my legs tolerated it. The rest of the day I felt pretty good. The next morning, I could barely walk. Today it was even hard to get around. The stairs are not my friend. :)

I took yesterday off from working out, and was hoping to go today. By the time we got back home from church, I figured I was still sore enough that I couldn't go from standing to sitting or vise versa without significant pain - I probably should skip any workout involving my legs for one more day. I did grab the hand weights and do a light upper body workout though.

I hope I can get back on either the elliptical or bike tomorrow. I don't want to loose any momentum. My weight loss has been going very well.

~N

posted by Noelle 12:44 AM
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