Looks like some people from Moncton are going to be very "internet" popular!!! This is cool!
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Tuesday, March 27, 2007
Monday, March 26, 2007
Great News
We have movement!
Olivia started to raise & lower her arm a couple of weeks ago & she finally started to bend her elbow last Thursday!
This is very very exciting! We are very happy with what we are seeing & hope that she continues to progress like she is. It's weird seeing 2 arms moving around, but we are extreemly extreemly happy!!!!
More to come later!
'til next time
Olivia started to raise & lower her arm a couple of weeks ago & she finally started to bend her elbow last Thursday!
This is very very exciting! We are very happy with what we are seeing & hope that she continues to progress like she is. It's weird seeing 2 arms moving around, but we are extreemly extreemly happy!!!!
More to come later!
'til next time
Saturday, March 24, 2007
You'll Never Guess What's In McDonald's Chicken McNuggets!
Think you know what's in a McDonald's Chicken McNugget? Oh sure, there is a little bit of chicken (though it's mostly corn). But the real shocker is what else is in a McNugget. You'll never guess in a million years ....
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Thursday, March 22, 2007
Stuck on You
I have to say that I think I invested into a great item!!!!
RBC Promos had a sale on recently & I thought that I'd invest into some magnets - fridge magnets to be exact! They where regularly priced at $0.40 each & the sale was for 50% off. So, I thought why not! Lets order 1000 pieces since it's not going to be expensive!!! I've handed a few out to clients already as I have just received them & also sent some to the old staff that I used to work with!
People love them! I've had smiles, I've had compliments - it's great! I really think that this was a great idea. I just hope that it now starts to pay out!
Kent Homes is doing an open house next weekend in Bouctouche! I'm very anxious to see how much business I'm going to get out of this! I hope that it's going to be a great day! They are going to set me up with an office & internet connection, so I'll be able to provide people with instant pre-approvals & so on. This is going to be great!
I think that the snow if finally all gone! I hope that it really doesn't come back!!!
Other then that, there's not a whole lot else going on. I've finally decided to remove my Microsoft Office stuff! I've gone open source! I'm using Open Office right now & I'm liking it. The files can be saved either as a .xls, .doc or whatever type of file you need. It's great & it's FREE!!
I kinda wished work was like this as well, but it may come with time! I'm also starting to debat what I want to do with 5 Alarm Gifts.... I'm not working at it as hard as I could be/should be - so I'm thinking I may take Allison's advice & close up shop. I mean, it's treated me well, but I'm also self-employed as a Mortgage Specialist, so it's no longer a tax issue. I think I want to take this business (Mortgage Rep) as far as I can go. I mean, I'm always in contact with a marketing manager in TO helping me put things together for either advertising or other little things.
Man oh Mighty! I'm sleepy!!!!
Talking about sleepy! Olivia is now sleeping 10 to 12 hrs! it's truly awesome!
Well, i think that's all I got for now!
'til next time!
RBC Promos had a sale on recently & I thought that I'd invest into some magnets - fridge magnets to be exact! They where regularly priced at $0.40 each & the sale was for 50% off. So, I thought why not! Lets order 1000 pieces since it's not going to be expensive!!! I've handed a few out to clients already as I have just received them & also sent some to the old staff that I used to work with!
People love them! I've had smiles, I've had compliments - it's great! I really think that this was a great idea. I just hope that it now starts to pay out!
Kent Homes is doing an open house next weekend in Bouctouche! I'm very anxious to see how much business I'm going to get out of this! I hope that it's going to be a great day! They are going to set me up with an office & internet connection, so I'll be able to provide people with instant pre-approvals & so on. This is going to be great!
I think that the snow if finally all gone! I hope that it really doesn't come back!!!
Other then that, there's not a whole lot else going on. I've finally decided to remove my Microsoft Office stuff! I've gone open source! I'm using Open Office right now & I'm liking it. The files can be saved either as a .xls, .doc or whatever type of file you need. It's great & it's FREE!!
I kinda wished work was like this as well, but it may come with time! I'm also starting to debat what I want to do with 5 Alarm Gifts.... I'm not working at it as hard as I could be/should be - so I'm thinking I may take Allison's advice & close up shop. I mean, it's treated me well, but I'm also self-employed as a Mortgage Specialist, so it's no longer a tax issue. I think I want to take this business (Mortgage Rep) as far as I can go. I mean, I'm always in contact with a marketing manager in TO helping me put things together for either advertising or other little things.
Man oh Mighty! I'm sleepy!!!!
Talking about sleepy! Olivia is now sleeping 10 to 12 hrs! it's truly awesome!
Well, i think that's all I got for now!
'til next time!
Tuesday, March 13, 2007
HAZ-MAT
Tonight is going to be a busy night! I have to write my exam to obtain my "Introduction to Haz-Mat" and afterwards, I have to meet a client.
I don't mind though! I kinda enjoy the rushing around. Keeps me busy! Other then that, there's not a whole lot going on.
As you can see, I've added Twitter - so all my fans - which I know that I have at least one or two, can stay on top of what I'm doing..... LOL
Olivia is still improving. I think we are going to start seeing some elbow bending soon! She is starting to move her arm around more & more every day!!! I'm so happy that it's slowly coming around!
Last night, I was playing around with the idea of trying to manager my own RBC Mortgage Specialist website & I may have convinced some key people to let me do it! So as a temporary site, this is what I have created - Joel Gallant. This page isn't a final copy or anything, but it's just to show what can be done in a couple of hours!
As you can see, I am thinking about doing some podcasting. Obviously it would be Home Ownership related - Either as a buyer or as a seller....
I'm already planning on different topics & hoping to do at least 10 episodes... Something monthly I think. So, we'll see what happens with the whole website thingy first!
Well, client is almost here, so that's all that I've got for now!
'til next time!
I don't mind though! I kinda enjoy the rushing around. Keeps me busy! Other then that, there's not a whole lot going on.
As you can see, I've added Twitter - so all my fans - which I know that I have at least one or two, can stay on top of what I'm doing..... LOL
Olivia is still improving. I think we are going to start seeing some elbow bending soon! She is starting to move her arm around more & more every day!!! I'm so happy that it's slowly coming around!
Last night, I was playing around with the idea of trying to manager my own RBC Mortgage Specialist website & I may have convinced some key people to let me do it! So as a temporary site, this is what I have created - Joel Gallant. This page isn't a final copy or anything, but it's just to show what can be done in a couple of hours!
As you can see, I am thinking about doing some podcasting. Obviously it would be Home Ownership related - Either as a buyer or as a seller....
I'm already planning on different topics & hoping to do at least 10 episodes... Something monthly I think. So, we'll see what happens with the whole website thingy first!
Well, client is almost here, so that's all that I've got for now!
'til next time!
Thursday, March 08, 2007
Nothing - just Nothing
I've been wanting to blog a little more often recently & today, I can't seem to come up with anything interesting to say!
I know of one thing that could make a lot of people happy! RBC has put a $250 000 prize giveaway together for the Spring Mortgage Campaign. If you want a chance to win, just go to the following site - Gold Key Giveaway and fill out a short survey. You will then be asked to click here to obtain a number or to enter your number from our scratch cards.
Other then that, there's not a whole lot going on. Business is going pretty good. It's really busy in Richibucto lately! I can't beleive it! I almost feel bad for my Bouctouche markets because I haven't been there in almost 2 full weeks.
The Moncton Home Show is also coming up in a couple of weeks. I'm debating if I want to go & spend some time there or not. They Moncton Team is having a meeting next Wednesday & I may go & drop by to see what it's all about. I have made a great partnership with Kent Homes & I'm hoping that it's really going to pay off.
I'm not sure if I had mentioned it or not, but I was contemplating a career change not too long ago. I was thinking of going into Real Estate as a Realtor... Potential money is a million times better then what I'm making now, but also harder to sell a house compared to a client walking into the branch & wanting to meet with me to Refinance their home or whatever.
So, who knows.
I'm also debating if I want to try to create some kind of podcast that would talk about Real Estate & what is involved with Buying & Refinancing. It could be very interesting & could potentially help increase my income.... So, it's always a thought!
Well, I think I'm going to go & visit the Bouctouche Branch!
'til next time!
I know of one thing that could make a lot of people happy! RBC has put a $250 000 prize giveaway together for the Spring Mortgage Campaign. If you want a chance to win, just go to the following site - Gold Key Giveaway and fill out a short survey. You will then be asked to click here to obtain a number or to enter your number from our scratch cards.
Other then that, there's not a whole lot going on. Business is going pretty good. It's really busy in Richibucto lately! I can't beleive it! I almost feel bad for my Bouctouche markets because I haven't been there in almost 2 full weeks.
The Moncton Home Show is also coming up in a couple of weeks. I'm debating if I want to go & spend some time there or not. They Moncton Team is having a meeting next Wednesday & I may go & drop by to see what it's all about. I have made a great partnership with Kent Homes & I'm hoping that it's really going to pay off.
I'm not sure if I had mentioned it or not, but I was contemplating a career change not too long ago. I was thinking of going into Real Estate as a Realtor... Potential money is a million times better then what I'm making now, but also harder to sell a house compared to a client walking into the branch & wanting to meet with me to Refinance their home or whatever.
So, who knows.
I'm also debating if I want to try to create some kind of podcast that would talk about Real Estate & what is involved with Buying & Refinancing. It could be very interesting & could potentially help increase my income.... So, it's always a thought!
Well, I think I'm going to go & visit the Bouctouche Branch!
'til next time!
Tuesday, March 06, 2007
Light at the end of the Tunnel
Hard to beleive that 3mths has already gone by! WoW!!
The great news is that Olivia has started to move her arm at the shoulder level. She most of it happens during stretching; however, we are still very happy & excited to see this.
We are going to see the Physio on Friday to get some more assessment done. We are still hoping that we won't need to go to TO.... but we'll see!
That's all i've got for now!
'til next time!!
The great news is that Olivia has started to move her arm at the shoulder level. She most of it happens during stretching; however, we are still very happy & excited to see this.
We are going to see the Physio on Friday to get some more assessment done. We are still hoping that we won't need to go to TO.... but we'll see!
That's all i've got for now!
'til next time!!
Tuesday, February 13, 2007
And you think that you argue with your spouse
I found an interesting website online today....
http://www.thingsmygirlfriendandihavearguedabout.com/
It's long & worth the read!
http://www.thingsmygirlfriendandihavearguedabout.com/
It's long & worth the read!
All Wet!!!
Urgh!
That's all I can say! Last night was out monthly association meeting and was my official 6mth probation since my return to the Fire Department. The meeting had gone well up to the end where someone made the comment that "someone's initiation" was due.
Well, I can't say that they didn't warn me. I ended up hoisted in our hose dryer & soaking wet! They had hosed me down - I guess the 2nd time around really is worst then the first!
There were pictures taken, so I'll post when I can get my fingers on them.
'til next time!!
That's all I can say! Last night was out monthly association meeting and was my official 6mth probation since my return to the Fire Department. The meeting had gone well up to the end where someone made the comment that "someone's initiation" was due.
Well, I can't say that they didn't warn me. I ended up hoisted in our hose dryer & soaking wet! They had hosed me down - I guess the 2nd time around really is worst then the first!
There were pictures taken, so I'll post when I can get my fingers on them.
'til next time!!
Friday, February 09, 2007
No Go
Well, I finally got some answers regarding Toronto.
We've talked to our Pediatrician, Physio and a couple more people, including the Physiotherapist at the Clinic & they basically all said the same thing - there's nothing that can be done until Olivia is at least 6mths or older.
So, basically, we are going to let nature take it's course & see what happens with her arm from there.
On a sadder note, we found out yesterday that my grand mother's cancer has spread pretty much everywhere in her body. So, the docs are only giving her 5 weeks to live.
Not sure what to think or anything like that, but I guess it's just like anything else, we live our lives to the fullest & when it's time to go, it's time.
I think what's been the hardest is the fact that she's been sick for the last number of years with Cancer. She now has bone cancer & this will be it. My aunt is down from Belleville Ontario to spend time with her & mom has also taken time off work to be with her.
On another topic, did you hear that Anna Nicole Smith has passed away. She was found unresponsive in her hotel room.... Wonder if it was caused by the stress of her son's death. She's also leaving her new born daughter behind.... that's sad!
Now, talking about sad, last sunday Winnipeg Fire Paramedic Service lost 2 Captains in a tragic house fire. They have set up an online book of condolences. If you have a chance, please make sure that you sign the book.
Well that's pretty much it for now!
'til next time!
We've talked to our Pediatrician, Physio and a couple more people, including the Physiotherapist at the Clinic & they basically all said the same thing - there's nothing that can be done until Olivia is at least 6mths or older.
So, basically, we are going to let nature take it's course & see what happens with her arm from there.
On a sadder note, we found out yesterday that my grand mother's cancer has spread pretty much everywhere in her body. So, the docs are only giving her 5 weeks to live.
Not sure what to think or anything like that, but I guess it's just like anything else, we live our lives to the fullest & when it's time to go, it's time.
I think what's been the hardest is the fact that she's been sick for the last number of years with Cancer. She now has bone cancer & this will be it. My aunt is down from Belleville Ontario to spend time with her & mom has also taken time off work to be with her.
On another topic, did you hear that Anna Nicole Smith has passed away. She was found unresponsive in her hotel room.... Wonder if it was caused by the stress of her son's death. She's also leaving her new born daughter behind.... that's sad!
Now, talking about sad, last sunday Winnipeg Fire Paramedic Service lost 2 Captains in a tragic house fire. They have set up an online book of condolences. If you have a chance, please make sure that you sign the book.
Well that's pretty much it for now!
'til next time!
Tuesday, February 06, 2007
Febuary, Seriously!
Holy crap it's cold outside!
I guess that's what you get for Winter.... LOL, especially in the Atlantic.... But you know what, we can't really use that as an excuse anymore. We've had really weird weather, but so has everyone else!
Enough about the weather! I talk enough about it at work - you know the small talk during the introductions while your waiting for the file to come up! Urgh! I hate awkward moments!!!
So, we got a call from the Toronto Sick Kids Hospital. The lady who set up the appointment didn't really seem to know what was going on. It almost sounds like we have to go up for a 1hr appointment; however, we aren't prepared to spend airline tickets, taxi fees and anything else that comes with a trip to Toronto for a 1hr appointment.
We asked our Physiotherapist here at the Moncton Hospital to get more information for us. So we are basically waiting to hear from her.
It's not that I don't want to go up, it's just that I want to minimize the travelling as much as I can. We have to ensure that we can afford it all and not end up on the sidewalk.
Olivia went for her 2mth needles yesterday. It went pretty well. She cried, but in Allison's arms, she calmed down pretty quickly. The only thing is that she didn't sleep at all last night. Allison said that she was up until 4am. I only climbed into bed at 3am....
We also forgot to take Olivia's 2mth pictures on Sunday. It was crazy!!!! We sort of have an excuse though - Allison's computer's hard drive crashed & we've spent the last couple of days recovering everything. What a mess.
Well, I guess I should get back to work! I've got to travel to Bouctouche & meet with a couple of clients there....
'til next time!
I guess that's what you get for Winter.... LOL, especially in the Atlantic.... But you know what, we can't really use that as an excuse anymore. We've had really weird weather, but so has everyone else!
Enough about the weather! I talk enough about it at work - you know the small talk during the introductions while your waiting for the file to come up! Urgh! I hate awkward moments!!!
So, we got a call from the Toronto Sick Kids Hospital. The lady who set up the appointment didn't really seem to know what was going on. It almost sounds like we have to go up for a 1hr appointment; however, we aren't prepared to spend airline tickets, taxi fees and anything else that comes with a trip to Toronto for a 1hr appointment.
We asked our Physiotherapist here at the Moncton Hospital to get more information for us. So we are basically waiting to hear from her.
It's not that I don't want to go up, it's just that I want to minimize the travelling as much as I can. We have to ensure that we can afford it all and not end up on the sidewalk.
Olivia went for her 2mth needles yesterday. It went pretty well. She cried, but in Allison's arms, she calmed down pretty quickly. The only thing is that she didn't sleep at all last night. Allison said that she was up until 4am. I only climbed into bed at 3am....
We also forgot to take Olivia's 2mth pictures on Sunday. It was crazy!!!! We sort of have an excuse though - Allison's computer's hard drive crashed & we've spent the last couple of days recovering everything. What a mess.
Well, I guess I should get back to work! I've got to travel to Bouctouche & meet with a couple of clients there....
'til next time!
Wednesday, January 24, 2007
The wait it OVER!!!
Not me, not this time! AGAIN!
Well, I didn't get a phone call yesterday noon! I was a little pissed yesterday & needless to say, I didn't get any work done at all.
The job went to 2 relatively new guys - Jeff Pike & Marty McDonald. They both recently graduated from FF school and I'm *sort of* happy for them.
As you can imagine, I wish it was me there instead of them, but the Chief did say that there was going to be 3 more jobs posted between now & 2008. So, it's just a matter of days/weeks/months before I get a job...
What else is new....
Not a whole lot! Olivia is doing well. We visited our pediatrician and she is sending her for some test. She detected a small heart murmur and also a floppy trachea. So Olivia got xrays & will also get an ECG done shortly. The Dr said that there's nothing to worry about, so I'm not worrying too much, but it's always on my mind!
Her arm isn't getting any better! So, the Physio Dr started the referral process to send us to the Toronto Hospital for Sick Kids. We are truly hoping that it doesn't come to that; however, we are prepared to do what it takes in order to give Olivia the best life possible.
Not a whole lot else happening right now! Work has slowed down... So, there's probably going to be a month or so that's going to be a little tight - just going to have to tighten the belt a little! LOL
Well, that's about it for now!
'til the next time!
Well, I didn't get a phone call yesterday noon! I was a little pissed yesterday & needless to say, I didn't get any work done at all.
The job went to 2 relatively new guys - Jeff Pike & Marty McDonald. They both recently graduated from FF school and I'm *sort of* happy for them.
As you can imagine, I wish it was me there instead of them, but the Chief did say that there was going to be 3 more jobs posted between now & 2008. So, it's just a matter of days/weeks/months before I get a job...
What else is new....
Not a whole lot! Olivia is doing well. We visited our pediatrician and she is sending her for some test. She detected a small heart murmur and also a floppy trachea. So Olivia got xrays & will also get an ECG done shortly. The Dr said that there's nothing to worry about, so I'm not worrying too much, but it's always on my mind!
Her arm isn't getting any better! So, the Physio Dr started the referral process to send us to the Toronto Hospital for Sick Kids. We are truly hoping that it doesn't come to that; however, we are prepared to do what it takes in order to give Olivia the best life possible.
Not a whole lot else happening right now! Work has slowed down... So, there's probably going to be a month or so that's going to be a little tight - just going to have to tighten the belt a little! LOL
Well, that's about it for now!
'til the next time!
Friday, January 12, 2007
All over again! The waiting game continues!
What a week!
This is one of my busiest weeks at work in a very very long time. I'm happy because usually in the winter months there's not a whole lot of mtg activity that goes around. If it continues like this, I'm not going to have any reason to complain!
So, I had my interview this week with the FD. I was very pleased with it. I think it went a million times better then my last one went. Also, my Fit Test went really well as well. I couldn't believe how much better that I felt afterwards. I was exhausted like I was last time & so on.
I really hope that I'm able to get this job. I love firefighting and can't wait to do it on a regular basis.
'til next time!
This is one of my busiest weeks at work in a very very long time. I'm happy because usually in the winter months there's not a whole lot of mtg activity that goes around. If it continues like this, I'm not going to have any reason to complain!
So, I had my interview this week with the FD. I was very pleased with it. I think it went a million times better then my last one went. Also, my Fit Test went really well as well. I couldn't believe how much better that I felt afterwards. I was exhausted like I was last time & so on.
I really hope that I'm able to get this job. I love firefighting and can't wait to do it on a regular basis.
'til next time!
Friday, January 05, 2007
31 days and counting
I can't believe it!
I'm back to work & that means that Olivia is 1 month old! This is truly amazing. She is growing by the second & I am totally in love with her! Baby's are so amazing. They eat, sleep, pee & poo. It must be nice!
I didn't feel too sleep deprived while I was home on "vacation" because we where sleeping when she was. Yesterday was my first day back to work & I only worked half a day. Today, I'm out all day & won't be home until later - this should be interesting!
On another note, I didnt' get the first casual job posting at the FD. I wasn't too upset about as I know that there are 2 more postings in January (actually as we speak). I asked the Chief where I needed to improve & he stated that my knowledge was a little weak and my physical was hurting too! Needless to say, I didn't have time to get into shape, but I'm going to try my hardest to improve my time. I was pretty upset at myself that I didn't know more about the trucks & equipment, but I guess being away for a couple of years didn't help. I guess I don't like going to the Fire Hall and hang out with the guys just because. I feel like I'm intruding & don't want to do that.
So, I'm doing my knowledge test tomorrow & physical on Tuesday. We'll see how things go!
Other then that, life is pretty good. Really can't complain!
'til the next time!
I'm back to work & that means that Olivia is 1 month old! This is truly amazing. She is growing by the second & I am totally in love with her! Baby's are so amazing. They eat, sleep, pee & poo. It must be nice!
I didn't feel too sleep deprived while I was home on "vacation" because we where sleeping when she was. Yesterday was my first day back to work & I only worked half a day. Today, I'm out all day & won't be home until later - this should be interesting!
On another note, I didnt' get the first casual job posting at the FD. I wasn't too upset about as I know that there are 2 more postings in January (actually as we speak). I asked the Chief where I needed to improve & he stated that my knowledge was a little weak and my physical was hurting too! Needless to say, I didn't have time to get into shape, but I'm going to try my hardest to improve my time. I was pretty upset at myself that I didn't know more about the trucks & equipment, but I guess being away for a couple of years didn't help. I guess I don't like going to the Fire Hall and hang out with the guys just because. I feel like I'm intruding & don't want to do that.
So, I'm doing my knowledge test tomorrow & physical on Tuesday. We'll see how things go!
Other then that, life is pretty good. Really can't complain!
'til the next time!
Friday, December 08, 2006
Olivia Mae Gallant
What a week!
Allison started to feel something in the early afternoon on Sunday. We went to the hospital, just to make sure, and Dr. Derosier (attending on call) confirmed that there was nothing there....
Well, we went home, sat down and started to eat supper... Around 8:30pm, we decided that we are going back to the hospital because Allison is feeling some strong contraction - at approx 5mins apart.
The fun part started in the car. By the time we drove from home - just behind the mall - to the hospital, Allison's contractions started to be a lot closer! Now, when I mean a lot closer, we mean - approx 2mins apart! It was crazy!
So, we got back to the hospital & this time we aren't leaving! We started to push around 11:30pm and Olivia was born at 12:53am on Monday morning.
It was incredible - watching a life come into the world and the miracle of life!
We did have a few complications from the delivery as Olivia was born at 9lbs 6oz. The first thing was that Dr. Derosier needed to use the vacuum in order to assist Allison in getting Olivia out. Because of this, there was a point where she was stuck & required a lot of assistance and had a problem breathing for the first few seconds of her life.
The other problem is that Olivia does also have Brachial Plexux - aka Erb's Palsy. It was very nerve racking thinking of what is going to happen. Currently, she only has mobility in her hand; although she is rolling her left shoulder ( her affected arm). We are going to be following some physiotherapy over the next few months in order to make things back to normal.
So, because we started the hospital stay at midnight, that didn't count as day one yet - and they always keep you at least 2 days. So, on Tuesday, that was day one, Wednesday was day 2 and during all of this time, Olivia spent her time in the NNICU. It was a little hard to accept that we had a baby because of the fact that we had to go & visit her in the "Special Care Unit". That's ok though! Cause on day 2, Olivia was brought to our room - only to have her put under the lights for Jaundice. This was fun! Imagine 7 ultra violet lights on overnight - while you sleep!
Feeding time!
Allison started to feel something in the early afternoon on Sunday. We went to the hospital, just to make sure, and Dr. Derosier (attending on call) confirmed that there was nothing there....
Well, we went home, sat down and started to eat supper... Around 8:30pm, we decided that we are going back to the hospital because Allison is feeling some strong contraction - at approx 5mins apart.
The fun part started in the car. By the time we drove from home - just behind the mall - to the hospital, Allison's contractions started to be a lot closer! Now, when I mean a lot closer, we mean - approx 2mins apart! It was crazy!
So, we got back to the hospital & this time we aren't leaving! We started to push around 11:30pm and Olivia was born at 12:53am on Monday morning.
It was incredible - watching a life come into the world and the miracle of life!
We did have a few complications from the delivery as Olivia was born at 9lbs 6oz. The first thing was that Dr. Derosier needed to use the vacuum in order to assist Allison in getting Olivia out. Because of this, there was a point where she was stuck & required a lot of assistance and had a problem breathing for the first few seconds of her life.
The other problem is that Olivia does also have Brachial Plexux - aka Erb's Palsy. It was very nerve racking thinking of what is going to happen. Currently, she only has mobility in her hand; although she is rolling her left shoulder ( her affected arm). We are going to be following some physiotherapy over the next few months in order to make things back to normal.
So, because we started the hospital stay at midnight, that didn't count as day one yet - and they always keep you at least 2 days. So, on Tuesday, that was day one, Wednesday was day 2 and during all of this time, Olivia spent her time in the NNICU. It was a little hard to accept that we had a baby because of the fact that we had to go & visit her in the "Special Care Unit". That's ok though! Cause on day 2, Olivia was brought to our room - only to have her put under the lights for Jaundice. This was fun! Imagine 7 ultra violet lights on overnight - while you sleep!
Feeding time!
Wednesday, November 15, 2006
Tuesday, November 14, 2006
I miss my phone
I sent my phone to get fixed & I really miss it! LOL
I got a replacement phone - the Nokia 6585 - and it sucks compared to my Razr V3c. Oh well, at least when I get it back, it'll be all working and stuff! Also, I bought a nice case on eBay over the weekend - I'll be much better then the bulky one that I have now. The other case that I had for it wasn't holding it properly & my phone ended up on the ground a few times to many!
What a long weekend! Our friends from Saint-Leonard where down for the weekend! It was fun. We went to the Dieppe Farmers Market on Saturday & it's quite the place. It was the first time that Allison & I visited the place. If I was motivated enough, I could even bring my business to the place & sell on location, but 0730 is so early on a Saturday morning!
We bought an infant swing set from Air Miles - the Ocean Wonders and after I put it together, I discovered that the motor housing was all yellow. Allison even noticed a "burnt" smell to it. I called Fisher-Price & they have sent out a new motor housing at no cost to us. That's great customer service! I didn't even want to put batteries in it or anything. Didn't want to take a chance!
Talking about customer service, I decided that last week, I wasn't going to put up with bad customer service, so I would send complaints to companies that deserve to know what's going on at their local stores. First one was Subway in Moncton. Allison had gone there & ordered her lunch. The problem was that there was a hair on the bun & the employee didn't even want to throw out the bun! That's gross!
The second complaint was to Kernel's Popcorn in Champlain Mall. There were 2 employees working; however, only 1 was serving clients. The other was doing the end of day stuff. She was complaining at how much work she had to do & that she would have to come in the next day. I was quite surprised at how loud she was saying all these thing!
So, I sent off emails to both companies & in return, they are going to send us coupons or vouchers for free food. I was quite impressed!
Well, i guess that's all the rants I have for now!
'til next time!
I got a replacement phone - the Nokia 6585 - and it sucks compared to my Razr V3c. Oh well, at least when I get it back, it'll be all working and stuff! Also, I bought a nice case on eBay over the weekend - I'll be much better then the bulky one that I have now. The other case that I had for it wasn't holding it properly & my phone ended up on the ground a few times to many!
What a long weekend! Our friends from Saint-Leonard where down for the weekend! It was fun. We went to the Dieppe Farmers Market on Saturday & it's quite the place. It was the first time that Allison & I visited the place. If I was motivated enough, I could even bring my business to the place & sell on location, but 0730 is so early on a Saturday morning!
We bought an infant swing set from Air Miles - the Ocean Wonders and after I put it together, I discovered that the motor housing was all yellow. Allison even noticed a "burnt" smell to it. I called Fisher-Price & they have sent out a new motor housing at no cost to us. That's great customer service! I didn't even want to put batteries in it or anything. Didn't want to take a chance!
Talking about customer service, I decided that last week, I wasn't going to put up with bad customer service, so I would send complaints to companies that deserve to know what's going on at their local stores. First one was Subway in Moncton. Allison had gone there & ordered her lunch. The problem was that there was a hair on the bun & the employee didn't even want to throw out the bun! That's gross!
The second complaint was to Kernel's Popcorn in Champlain Mall. There were 2 employees working; however, only 1 was serving clients. The other was doing the end of day stuff. She was complaining at how much work she had to do & that she would have to come in the next day. I was quite surprised at how loud she was saying all these thing!
So, I sent off emails to both companies & in return, they are going to send us coupons or vouchers for free food. I was quite impressed!
Well, i guess that's all the rants I have for now!
'til next time!
Tuesday, November 07, 2006
Here's a thought!
I can't believe that I haven't heard anything yet for the job. I was talking to the other guys last night & they haven't heard anything either.
I was also talking to the other candidates & I think that I have a really good shot at getting a full time job next year, as in January. The FD is going to be hiring 4 more full time guys and they always pick them from the casuals, so I'm really hoping that I have a casual job & then I can get a full time job shortly there after.
Other then that, there's not a whole lot new going on. We went to our Labour & Delivery class last week. It was pretty interesting. There was a video that was supposed to have been shown; however, the instructor couldn't get the vcr to work with the projector. That's ok though...
We are in our final stretch. Only 6.5 weeks left to go. Allison is off this week, so we are trying to get things done around the house (carpet cleaning, general cleaning, ...).
One of the best Canadian Shows that I've seen on TV has to be Corner Gas. Not only is it hilarious, but it's funny at the same time! (I know - I know!)
Anyways, this past weeks episode was about blogging (won't go any further - just in case you haven't seen it yet).
Anyways, that's all i've got for now!
'til next time!
I was also talking to the other candidates & I think that I have a really good shot at getting a full time job next year, as in January. The FD is going to be hiring 4 more full time guys and they always pick them from the casuals, so I'm really hoping that I have a casual job & then I can get a full time job shortly there after.
Other then that, there's not a whole lot new going on. We went to our Labour & Delivery class last week. It was pretty interesting. There was a video that was supposed to have been shown; however, the instructor couldn't get the vcr to work with the projector. That's ok though...
We are in our final stretch. Only 6.5 weeks left to go. Allison is off this week, so we are trying to get things done around the house (carpet cleaning, general cleaning, ...).
One of the best Canadian Shows that I've seen on TV has to be Corner Gas. Not only is it hilarious, but it's funny at the same time! (I know - I know!)
Anyways, this past weeks episode was about blogging (won't go any further - just in case you haven't seen it yet).
Anyways, that's all i've got for now!
'til next time!
Tuesday, October 24, 2006
The waiting begins
Well, I had my interview last Friday & I think that it went well. I guess - like anything else, it's just my interpretation of the situation.
I'm really hoping that I get this job. I would love the extra money, but I would also love doing the job on a more regular basis. According to the Chief, he said that HR would let him know by mid November. That's long to wait!
Other then that, not a whole lot going on. We had a baby shower on Saturday & it was lots of fun! We got lots of gifts and lots of blankets! I know that we need them all, but it's just funny to see how much stuff that we got... I'm such a big kid! As soon as we got home, I put the exo-saucer together & also the mobile for the crib! I'll have to take a pic of our nursery to show you...
Well, that's about it for now!
'til next time!
I'm really hoping that I get this job. I would love the extra money, but I would also love doing the job on a more regular basis. According to the Chief, he said that HR would let him know by mid November. That's long to wait!
Other then that, not a whole lot going on. We had a baby shower on Saturday & it was lots of fun! We got lots of gifts and lots of blankets! I know that we need them all, but it's just funny to see how much stuff that we got... I'm such a big kid! As soon as we got home, I put the exo-saucer together & also the mobile for the crib! I'll have to take a pic of our nursery to show you...
Well, that's about it for now!
'til next time!
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