Thursday, August 31, 2017

Random Thoughts...

Happy Thursday, everybody!  I intended to post today, but then I ran out of time yesterday to compose said post, and then I unexpectedly had a few extra minutes yesterday evening - because we put the kids earlier to bed than usual - so I ended up sitting down to type up some randomness anyway.  I just can't quit you.  And apparently I just can't quit rambling either.

Anyway, some random thoughts for you...

First of all, thank you to those of you who reached out to me about Olivia's gymnastics situation yesterday.  It's good to know that we weren't overreacting by pulling her out.  The manager of the gymnastics company did reach out to us and they apologized for what happened.  They also said that they are going to refund all of our money that we had already paid for next month's classes, and the manager also offered to do a one-on-one session with Olivia when the gym is closed to try to calm her fears so she doesn't leave with a negative attitude about gymnastics.  Olivia has shockingly agreed to take her up on her offer, and we are very appreciative to have another chance to end with gymnastics on a high note.  I will keep y'all posted.

Second of all, B replaced our American flag last night with our Georgia flag and I cannot even tell you how happy that made me because that can only mean one thing - football is almost here!

Third, I read something yesterday that said Starbucks sent out a cryptic tweet that is making everyone think that the PSL will be available tomorrow.  EEK!  Guess who will be standing in line first thing?  #ThisGirl

Fourth, tomorrow is my last appointment with that specialist in Atlanta.  They are not doing another treatment as this is just a follow-up, and we believe that enough time has gone by to know that these haven't helped/aren't going to help with my back/hip/leg issues.  I was afraid that would mean I have exhausted all options, but I saw my midwife last week for my annual exam and she has now referred me to a pelvic specialist/physical therapist.  The best part is that she is a pelvic physical therapist who only specialized in women's health, and she mostly works with women who have issues after giving birth.  WHERE she has been the last six years, I'll never know, but I'm glad to have the chance to see her now.  At this point, I highly doubt that she will be able to help since no one else has, but I refuse to give up and let the pain take over.  Wish me luck!

Fifth, one of our friends decided that donating to the hurricane relief was just not enough, so he is renting a U-Haul (or some other kind of large truck) and he is going to drive supplies over to Houston himself.  He managed to get a ton of attention via our local news and radio outlets and also via social media, so he was able to collect a heap of stuff to take.  Jacob's school also got involved and asked for parents to bring items for him to put on his truck this morning, so we hauled a big box and a big bag to school this morning full of items they are in need of most.  America may be divided right now for other reasons, but in times of tragedy we sure do know how to come together and help one another.  And I think that these are the times that matter the most.  It's just a little something nice to remind me that people are mostly good and not the other way around.  Times like these do have a way of restoring my faith in humanity. 

Alright, enough rambling... I hope you enjoyed this big post of unplanned thoughts.

Happy Thursday!

*Linking up with Sparkles and Lattes for Confessional Thursday and Home of Malones for Thoughts for Thursday.


16 comments:

  1. I think the one on one session will be great for Olivia! Glad that they are owning up to their mistakes and being accountable. I noticed our coffee shop downstairs had their PSL sign up last night when I left - I sure hope that means I can get one today, too! Let me know if actual Starbucks has it! Fingers crossed with this new doctor. It sounds like she may be the one!

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  2. Oh, that's great to hear about the gymnastics manager taking charge of the situation and offering to help out Olivia. And I'm so excited for you that there's another specialist you can see. It sounds promising! There's no Starbucks in my tiny town, so ENJOY that PSL if you can manage to grab one for me!

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  3. So glad to hear the gymnastics place is making the situation right! And wow, what an awesome thing your friend started!!

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  4. I hope you get a PSL and enjoy your first weekend of football! I am excited myself for both!

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  5. God bless your friend for doing that. People that did things like that felt like angels. Some people even just showed up and cooked food for people to eat. It was amazing.

    Hope Olivia's private lesson goes well.

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  6. I hope the new specialist helps! Your friend rocks!

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  7. That is nice of the gymnastics place! I had a psl once and I didn't like it, so sad. I hope the doctor you're going to can help!

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  8. Not a fan of psl either but give me the salted caramel mocha any day!!

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    1. The salted caramel mocha is hands down my favorite Starbucks drink EVER! I started drinking those last year and I am obsessed!

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  9. I love Pumpkin Spice flavor but not a fan of the PSL! Crazy I know! I hope that Olivia likes gymnastics after her one on one class!
    I can't wait for Saturday! IS it the weekend yet?

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  10. That's so great of the head of the gymnastics place to do that. That shows they know it was wrong and they care. Glad Olivia is taking them up on it!

    Your friend is doing a great thing by driving supplies to Houston! I donated money to JJ Watt's fundraiser and last night donated and shared a link to the Texas Diaper Fund's Amazon wishlist and sent supplies to them. Every bit helps! I wish I could do more.

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  11. I'm so glad to hear about gymnastics and another source of hope for your back problems! Yay!

    Also, your last point brought tears to my eyes!! That is truly amazing of your friend. He's being such a blessing in a time of need!

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    1. Yes, we are really happy that they are going to try to make it right.

      And yes, the amount of stuff that he has collected is unbelievable! I am so proud of our community for coming together and supporting him the way that they did!

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  12. I hope the gymnastics session goes well for your sweet girl! And YAY for PSLs!

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  13. I love how Americans are pulling together and helping each other in such a huge time of need. It really shows how much our nation cares for it's people.

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