There was a special team meeting. I thought they were finally awarding me the big Principles in Practice award I had been nominated for a couple of months earlier. It had to be reviewed and approved before winning. Nomination was not enough. I had won other Act for Impact awards and received their prizes already, … Continue reading
As Hurricane Sandy was barreling it’s way to our neck of the continent it was foreshadowed with pains in the hubby’s stomach the day before it was to hit. Ugh…this is not good. He didn’t do dialysis the night before as it was his scheduled day off. His stomach has had twinges so he’s slept … Continue reading
Was looking to make cookies with The Boys since The Hubby is with The Boys from the ‘Hood to play some poker at a buddy’s new crib. But really, I was looking for an excuse to use my newly bought guilty pleasures. The ones I bought at St. Lawrence Market while The Hubby was buying … Continue reading
Many friendships as adults start at work. It’s where we spend a large portion of our waking hours. But, very few traverse the office cubicle and into our personal lives. Our real life. And even for the few who successfully run through the obstacle course of everyday life that fills our days, it’s difficult to … Continue reading
I have been inspired to write about this difficult topic by Big D and Me’s blog post Dialysis or Transplant: The Big Decision. He shared his experience and really voiced our experience also. In our early years of dialysis the nephrologist said that not everyone chooses a transplant. They had someone on dialysis for 20-years. … Continue reading
My favourite cousin came over for an afternoon of lazing around. We decided to bake with the kids. Boy 1 wanted cupcakes. But, with Boy 2’s allergies, it was a bit difficult. After some searches I found this awesome recipe then doctored it to work with what I know about baking, incorporating the kids likes, … Continue reading
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