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Alisa. 37. New Hampshire. Married for almost three years to this wonderful, funny, smart guy. Previously married. Went through in-vitro fertilization to have my five year old magical son Keegan. Stepmother to the charming Isabelle (6). Gushingly in love with our baby boy Harper(1). Policy Wonk and dreaded bureaucrat. Lover of fine cuisine, honeybees, truly romantic moments and the underdog.
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Curried Beef Short Ribs

Note: I found this was more realistically four servings.

Finishing this dish with lime zest and juice brightens its rich flavors.

Yield 6 servings (serving size: about 3 ounces ribs, 2/3 cup rice, and about 2 1/2 tablespoons sauce)

2 teaspoons canola oil
2 pounds ...continue reading

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I'm Covered In It

Tonight I am feeling very overwhelmed or maybe just sad. The awful cold I had a month ago has stayed with me in the form of a cough. Now it is coming back again and I am so tired of being sick. Keegan wouldn't go to sleep tonight until after 10 pm and then he just woke up again from a nightmare. Earlier I had him asleep in my arms and the dog barked for no reason. He woke up screaming and I couldn't get him to calm down. Then his hysteria resulted in him vomiting all down the front of my pyjama top. I got him quieted and then I changed but I can still smell it. Tomorrow is my second interview that was scheduled for Tues. but they cancelled that morning. So I am feeling stressed because I should be getting prepared but I am not exactly able to believe it is really going to happen. I am apprehensive waiting for these major life changes to happen. New job and putting Keegan in daycare are both exciting and scary. And it probably wouldn't be so bad if I didn't feel so alone in my own house. Well I am off to shower to get rid of the odor of curdled soy formula and maybe I'll get some rest.

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i am having similar baby troubles tonight. she just won't get to sleep. her daddy usually puts her to sleep, but is out.

i want to say something encouraging because i really think you will manage all the change, and manage it well. *hugs*

Shared by jenB at October 6, 2004 11:50 PM

Splalisa,
Thinking of you and Keegan. Good luck today - I know it's frustrating when you feel like you haven't been able to do everything possible to be prepared (e.g., feeling poorly and not getting a good night's sleep!) I didn't realize they were going to have you come in so soon! That seems like good news. Anyway, will be thinking of you all day. And remember, you may feel as if you're alone in your house - but I'm thinking of you often and am there in thoughts if not presence.

Shared by Splolly at October 7, 2004 9:51 AM









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