More Puppies Sold!

The pups are 6 weeks old today. We got 2 more calls on the pups. So, we have 4 sold and 3 more to go. Check out these pics of the pups. They are cute, but we have 3 already and I think that is more than enough!

Halloween 2008

Tyler's school was having a Halloween parade and a fall festival today. The kids were able to dress up in their costumes and have fun on the bounce house and get some goodies during their class parties. Tyler did awesome. He kept his costume on and participated without any trouble. I went to pick him up a little early and was able to talk with his teacher. She can't believe how much he has grown academically in just the few months school has been back in session.

Tonight, our neighborhood had Trick or Treat from 6-8pm. We went out and were not having any luck when we stumbled upon a house with a woman who was totally unprepared for the kids. She ended up giving Britney a 6 pack of donuts and Tyler some chips in a bowl. You should have seen the look on the kids faces. Not too sure what to think of the crazy lady! The kids did good. Tyler enjoyed himself. He's becoming more independent every day. When we got back home I watched as Brit passed out candy. I bought 6 bags and we got rid of every single piece!

It was a great day and here are some pics from tonight. Britney was Cinderella and Tyler was a Transformer.

Some Great News

Yesterday I went to pick up Tyler from school. As I was walking to the car his para had some exciting news. Tyler went to the bathroom twice this week! Although I wish he had done it for me first at home, I am glad he finally is getting the hang of it. Tyler has come such a long way and this seems to be the biggest milestone that we are working on. I don't want to jinx myself, but hopefully soon we can be pull up/wipe free!!!

2 Puppies Sold!

The puppies are 4 weeks old now. The time has gone by so fast! 2 of the brindle males are sold and will be going home with their new families around the 19th of November. I can't believe how big they all are already. One of the pups is tipping the scales at almost 9lbs! The pups are able to eat blended up dog food/unimilk mixture and some yogurt. It is so funny to see them all eating. They all have little teeth too. Sophie is being a good momma. I know how it is to have your kids depend on you so much. I only have 2 and she is looking after 7! So, 2 puppies sold and 5 more to go!!!

On the Mend

Friday the kids didn't have school so I decided to call the doctor to have them look at Tyler. He had been sick since Wednesday and was not getting any better. The nurse informed me that they were overbooked and they could not see Tyler. I knew he needed some kind of medicine other than over the counter Tylenol. I told the nurse that I felt he had bronchitis and that he was favoring his ear. She told me what to do for the weekend and if his symptoms persisted, to take him to the ER. I even tried taking him to the walk in clinic across the street, but they do not take the insurance Tyler has. What a way to start the long weekend!

Saturday morning, 6:30 to be exact, I was off to the ER with Ty. He slept maybe a few hours and I knew I needed to help him. After seeing the doctor in the ER, we had our diagnosis. A bad ear infection and URI. Tyler did so much better letting the doc look at him than he did in years past. I was proud of him.

We were on our way by 8am. I dropped Ty off at home and went to fill the prescriptions. Finally home after some issues with the ear drops by 9:30. Gave him the first dose, orally and boy was that fun!

He got better as the days went on and to be safe, I kept him home from school yesterday. He went to school today and was able to make it through the day.

My little man is on the mend and i'm glad he is able to handle taking medicine better now...:)

Change in Weather

The weather has been so nice lately. No humidity, not too much rain. Its been nice "fall like" weather for Florida. Since the weather is changing, getting a bit cooler now you know what will happen. Last week Kevin was in bed with the flu. Britney had a little stuffy nose and was achy. I kept her home one day last week. Yesterday Tyler started feeling yucky. I kept him home yesterday to relax, which he didn't. He went to sleep by 8:30 last night and decided to wake up at 2 this morning to play video games. He fell back asleep till it was time for school. He made it through the day ok, but his nose is still real runny. Tomorrow is picture day for him. I am volunteering, so if he still is not feeling good, I will just dismiss him early and bring him home.

I like when it gets cooler down here. Its a little more enjoyable, but when we all get sick, its no fun. Next one in line is me to get some kind of sickness, maybe I will be lucky and I will dodge the bullet!

Been a busy 3 weeks!

Well, the puppies are officially 3 weeks old now. They are getting so big! All of their eyes are open now and they are able to walk around a little bit, although they are all like drunken sailors..LOL! We have been able to give Sophie a little break and feed the pups blended up puppy food and formula mixed. The pups eat it up, but make such a mess in the process. They take baths in the food practically.

Last night, I brought Britney to her school so the kindergarten classes could perform 2 songs they learned during the fist official PTA gathering. They elected officers and had some more parents sign up for helping throughout the year. Britney did good singing the songs.

Today was Britney's picture day. I volunteered to help out. When you volunteer for picture day, you get a free package, so its worth it! All the kids pictures were taken by 1:30 so I think we did pretty good time wise.

I have to go to a meeting with Britney's teacher on Tueday for parent/teacher conference. I know Britney is doing ok. There are just a few things we will be discussing. Nothing major.

Tyler is doing awesome! Talking more and more everyday. He's my little buddy. Tyler's pictures will be this Thursday. I have signed up to volunteer at his school as well for yet another set of free pics.

The kids will be off on Friday due to teacher workshop day. I will actually have 2 mornings I can sleep in a bit later!!!

So, its been a busy 3 weeks w/the pups and will be busy for the next week coming up.