January 27, 2010

Ever since March '09, when our lives were completely turned upside-down, Andy has been losing weight. Months ago, we assumed it was due to stress. Few months ago, we assumed it was continuing due to his broken hand ordeal. Even fewer months ago, we assumed it was continuing due to his blood clot. 40 pounds less later, we are done assuming, and Andy has been talking with various doctors about his situation. The diagnosis: Andy has Graves' Disease.

As scary as it initially sounded to me, I've done my research, and in speaking with many family members and friends about it, I've realized that many people deal with thyroid issues at one point or another. Definition: Graves' Disease is an autoimmune disease that most commonly affects the thyroid, causing it to become overactive, with related hyperthyroid symptoms such as increased heartbeat, muscle weakness, weight loss, disturbed sleep, and irritability.

There are various treatment options that we are currently discussing with his doctors, and we hope to make a decision and begin treatment very soon. This is what we know as of now, but I will update as we go.

January 25, 2010

On Saturday, I hosted Kjer's Bridal Shower at my place. We had about 15 ladies, a TON of food (left-overs for days), drinks, and great fun. Kjer's sister and maid of honor, Michael, did an awesome job of coming up with games- toilet paper dress competition and some hilarious questions that she asked Abe, & then Kjer had to match. It was so much fun- I'm still recovering!

On Sunday, I went with Kjer & Michael, to pick up Kjer's wedding dress and to look for bridesmaid dresses. We haven't found any yet for me and Michael, but we have some good ideas.

Andy worked both days this weekend, but luckily, had today off to deal with various medical appointments. He's snuggled up on the couch with Sam at the moment. xoxo

January 19, 2010

Happy Birthday to meee! On Sunday, we celebrated my 27th, with both sets of parents, and Neil&Nellie at our place. We played games, ate tons of food, installed a new washer, put down a runner in the hallway (although Sam still walks backwards down it), and watched some football. I got some wonderful gifts, including these comfy argyle socks from N&N! It was lovely.

I had yesterday off work due to MLK Day, and I used my Birthday Comp day off at work today! I just finished up a picture-wall project I had been working on, and am now running around cleaning the house- getting it ready for Kjer's Bridal Shower this weekend. Busy, busy!

January 10, 2010

The flu has hit our household, in the form of nasty colds. Andy has been sick for a few days now, and I'm feeling pretty crummy today. We spent the weekend on the couch, except for when I ventured out with Kjer to check out the boarding location that will be watching Sam while we are in Mexico. I am even more excited for our trip now, because I feel very comfortable with where Sam will be vacationing with his sister & Lilly. He's going to have a blast.

January 4, 2010

Happy New Year! Sam and I rang in 2010 together since Andy ended up working until late night. I snapped this first pic of the full blue moon- I wish I had a better camera, but I thought this was pretty cool. On New Year's Day, we celebrated 5 years together by going to a late lunch and then crashing out on the couch. He's been working so much lately, it was nice to just spend time relaxing together.

This past weekend, we had another doggy slumber party. Sampson has had so much fun with Brody & Lilly- they spent the majority of the weekend outside since the sun had come out, just being crazy dogs. All three are snuggled-up on the couch now, their eyes closed so tight, and Brody is snoring away!