I briefly shared about my day on Friday on my Facebook, but felt it worthy of an extended blog post as well.  So here goes...

Friday morning, we all got up early and set out for a concert at my old alma mater.  The school that I attended was very strong musically, and each spring they put on a fabulous concert in which the entire student body participates.  Sad, but true, I had not attended a concert since the last one that I participated in (in 1988).  The kids and I met up with my mom there (we traveled separately because she had to get back to work right afterward).  Anyway, the concert itself was such a blessing - the music was just beautiful - and it brought back such fond memories of my days performing in it as a student.  For the last two songs (Worthy is the Lamb and the Hallelujah Chorus - both from The Messiah), the alumni were invited to go up front and sing with the kids.  I was surprised by how many of us were represented there. 

I was able to catch up with a girl that I had graduated with, along with my old cheerleading coach/wife of my high school math teacher.  It was such a joy to see them again (along with many others) and have time to chat and reminisce.  I wish I had more time to talk to everyone, and will have to make a time to go and visit at the school again sometime soon.

After the concert, the kids and I stopped for a nice lunch at Pizza Hut and ran to Target for a few "must haves".  I needed to be home for a hair appointment in the afternoon.

For this girl who used to get her hair cut every 5 weeks, and keep it rather short, going for stretches of over 3 months without a haircut is almost unheard of and I was nearing the point of desperation.  I had such a great time, just sitting in that beauty shop chair, being pampered, chatting and laughing with my fun beautician.  I think my hair looks better, but I know it feels better (healthier and more manageable).  Now, if I could just do something about those gray hairs I'm beginning to see more and more of!

The kids and I ate a picnic supper with my mom, while Brian and my Dad went to the races (a favorite warm-weather pasttime for the two of them).  I was just dozing off on the couch, a bit after 10pm, when Ashley said "Mom, did you hear me?  I said Ian stuck a popcorn kernel up his nose!"  My eyes flew open in response!  I could see the kernel, but couldn't get it out with my fingers.  I called my mom (a nurse) and had to call through 3 times before she finally picked up the phone (yes, I woke her!)  Anyway, I took Ian over to her house and we were both contemplating how we might remove the kernel, or if a trip to the emergency room was in order.

Finally, I decided to call the "doctor on call".  He was very nice and caring and told me that yes, indeed, we did need to get that thing out of there.  He offered a suggestion to remove it ourselves; and, if that didn't work, we'd need to go to the E.R.  i'm so thankful for a mother who is a nurse (something I could never be!)  We had to lay Ian on the table and my mom performed an abbreviated form of mouth-to-mouth on him, while I help his arms (which he was trying very hard to flail around!)  She had to hold the nostril closed (that didn't contain the kernel) and blow into his mouth while he was breathing out.  This was to force the kernel out.  And, it worked, after 3-4 attempts.  Phew! 

What a way to end a sunshiny, pleasant day! 
At least, I think, Ian has learned his lesson!  Only time will tell...

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Apr. 26, 2009 - Untitled Comment

Posted by Felicity

I'm really, really sorry to say this but the popcorn kernel situation made me laugh a little! I know it wasn't the least bit funny for you guys at the time but ... I just couldn't help it! I actually remember sticking orange tic-tacs up my nose when I was very little. We did end up going to the doc but they dissolved on their own.

Hopefully today has been more calm!

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Apr. 26, 2009 - oh my

Posted by Anonymous

I never thought a popcorn kernel could cause so much drama.. but I guess in the hands of a toddler, anything can happen.
Glad everything came out ok.. :-)
Mikki
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