Health Update as of 5/11/2006

Wow, it has been a bit since I posted to my blog. I am sorry for the delay. There is so much to catch up on. I will try to continue to catch up over the next few weeks.

We have two new dogs. Their names are Miss Bow and Nanook. Miss Bow was my sister's dog. Miss Bow was not adjusting there and so my roommate, Cindy, decided that she wanted her. Miss Bow was pregnant and on the day after we arrived to pick her up, she had Nanook. It was April 8, 2006. She had two puppies but only one survived and she had to have the puppies by c-section. She is doing well in our home and is happy. Both Nanook and Miss Bow are Cindy's dogs. They are funny.

Due to the tragic loss of my beloved bird, Chico, I couldn't stand life without him and so I got another baby cockatiel whom I named Mikko. Mikko is a lot of fun. He was born February 1, 2006. He is very smart and naughty just like Chico. Sometimes I get frustrated that he isn't Chico, but I guess that is all part of the grief process. I am very glad that I got him, however.

At the end of March through April 5th, I was in the hospital here for pneumonia and an infection in my central line. During this time they doctors did some tests and discovered I have a genetic condition called pulmonary vascular disease and restrictive airway disease. We are still waiting for all the test to come back. I don't know what all is in store for me, but I know God has been teaching me a lot over the past few months and He will continue to do so if I allow Him to. I just get to add to my list of specialist! :)

I am continuing my education online at Kaplan University in Paralegal Studies. There have been many obstacles along the way, whether it has been hospitalizations, surgeries, finances or whatever, but the Lord has seem me through all of it and I am happy to report that I am still enjoying my classes and am in my third consecutive term with Kaplan. I have maintainted a 4.0GPA throughout each term. I have taken easy classes this term so that I can enjoy the short summers we have here in Michigan.

Hopefully in the next week or two I will get pictures up of our newest arrivals to the house. They are adorable and keep our lives busy and interesting.

I will keep you updated as I get any news.
I love you. Take care.
Psalms 121