The kitchen cabinets are back in and the stove, oven, sink, dishwasher, and microwave are all in working order (finally). The last two weeks have been long. There were contractors here most nights until 8 or 9 pm. Exhausting...
There are still a few small things to do. Sidney isn't into her bathroom yet because the cabinets aren't done. We also need a bit more trim. But the end is in sight one month after the mess started. Not bad I guess...
Kirk was released from the hospital just over a week ago but he went right back in. They changed his mood drugs, removing two and adding two, and it was just a bit too much. So he went back in over the weekend and was discharged on Tuesday. We have actually gotten rid of all the mood drugs except the very mild one that helps him sleep. We are going to try to start back at the minimum possible and go slower with change. He seems to be doing pretty well right now.
Sidney is half way through the school year. She had a rough last six weeks but somehow managed to get all A's. I am very proud of her. The counselor she had been seeing is back so hopefully Sidney can get back on track. She was nominated for the National Honor Society.
We are also nearly a year into swimming with the Sharks. We had a little lunch get together on Saturday as a team. All the kids got a little medal and certificate. We had a swim meet last Sunday and Sidney did well in the 100 Yard IM and the 50 Free. Unfortunately her goggles came off in the backstroke and she was holding them in her hand. It caused her to have some trouble and although she didn't get her B time, she didn't loose time even with the situation.
She also played the piano for a judge at the music festival this weekend. She won a blue ribbon. We are still waiting to see how she did in her theory. If she won a blue ribbon with that, she only needs one more festival to get a small trophy (assuming she gets another blue ribbon). The festival is where kids play for a judge and are graded on their technique, etc.
The last two nights have been the most normal we have had in a while. A proper dinner at a normal time and a quiet evening with no contractors. The cleaning people come tomorrow and then I hope to get Sidney into her bathroom, finally.
The thing I think about most now since the accident is that I am the only one with the memories. Kirk doesn't remember how we met (Bataan Commemorative Death March), or our wedding in Colorado. He doesn't remember the fear of Sidney's early birth (29 weeks) or watching her gain weight and grow. He doesn't remember any of our life together and for that I am sad. I miss him terribly. I am thankful for the care he is getting and that he is mostly content. I am thankful for Sidney who loves me even when I blow it and who is a loving, kind child. And I am thankful for you, all of you who hold my hand and carry me if needed.
You have an unwavering spirit both you and Sidney. I pray for you all daily.
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