November 23rd, 2009

Because I can’t think of a creative title right now!

I’ve been doing okay, going to Summit has been helping a lot, as much as I dislike going. These past few days I’ve actually been talking in groups instead of keeping to myself the whole time. Next week I may be moving down to going three times a week. This week I’m only going for one day. Was supposed to go today but didn’t… A few weeks ago they moved me down to four days a week. Bad news is now that I love my therapist and have started working on trauma with her, she’s moving on to another job this week. So, starting all over again! One of the other ladies at Summit will be my therapist. This will be #13. I think that’s enough!!!

My body is a mess!!! End of October I started having sharp pain every time I would eat. Everyday it gradually got worse and I ended up going to a surgeon, who scheduled the surgery for that next Wednesday, November 4th. Later to find out my insurance had sent me to the wrong surgeon! HealthNet tried to find a pediatric surgeon, but they wouldn’t take me because I’ll be 18 in December. So HealthNet’s M.D. pretty much blew me off and said go to the ER if the pain got bad (which it already was). So, Thursday the 5th we went to UC Davis ER because my pain had gotten worse and at this point I couldn’t keep any food down from the nausea. They admitted me and gave me morphine and dilotted for the pain. Their GI doctors wouldn’t do my surgery since I had my Gastric Bypass at Stanford. So the trauma surgery team ended up taking me on, but couldn’t do the surgery until they could squeeze me in since I wasn’t really a “trauma” case. They kept me on pain medicine and IV fluids on Friday and took me in for surgery Saturday morning around 8:00am. I stayed that night (which was THE worst night I have EVER spent in a hospital) and went home Sunday afternoon. So, surgery #10 down. How many to go before I can be HEALTHY?

I already have three doctors appointments scheduled for December. It’s crazy.

December 7th – GYN ,December 18th – Stanford/Gastric Bypass Stuff, and December 21st – GI Doctor. And I’m having my birthday party in Chico on December 12th, and my party for my Sacramento friends on December 16th (my actual birthday). Besides being a “legal adult” I don’t see any other benefits to being 18 years old. I think it doesn’t feel like that big a deal to me because I often times forget I’m even that young!!! hah.

Sunday morning I went on a trail ride with my big sister (not really) Jenni =) That was SO fun! I forgot how much I missed being around the horses. There is nothing that can describe that feeling you get when you’re on the back of a horse. And if you’ve never been on a horse, you probably have no clue what I’m talking about and think I’m crazy! hehe So I got to ride Rusty, the paint horse I love (even though he’s a you-know-what sometimes!). It was good, I’ll be going out again soon, as long as the weather permits!

Also, last Thursday I finally went back to school! Yes, I know, FINALLY! I took four tests and did well on all of them. Still have one more unit to test on, then it’s time to crack open the text books again!

So, that’s enough about me, how’s everyone else?

Hugs,

Kaitlyn

PS. Here are some pretty recent pictures, since I haven’t posted pictures in awhile!

Random Survey.

What time did you get up this morning?
Umm. Four AM. Then I took more pain meds and went back to bed until about 11.

Who was your last text from?
Diane

Anything you would change about your life right now?
Nothing. Everything happens for a reason.

Do you mind sleeping on the floor?
Yes, I hate it!

Are you mad at anyone?
Not anymore.

Are you talkative?
Only with certain people.

Do you have a best friend?
Yes, a few.

Do you care what people think about you?
I try not to. Sometimes I let it get the best of me.

Are you ticklish?
Very.

What do you always take with you when you go out?
My phone, and a puppy

When was the last time you saw snow?
About a month ago. My dad sent me a picture from his house in WA.

How long is your hair?
Shoulder length.

What color are your eyes?
Brown.

Do you tend to rip the paper off water bottles?
Not usually.

Ever liked someone that you didn’t think you stood a chance with?
Completely.

How do you feel about abortions?
Don’t EVEN get me started. I hate them.

Have you ever changed your clothes while in a vehicle?
I have.

Did you hug or kiss anyone in the last 74 hours?
Hugged.

Have you ever seen the last person you texted naked?
Nope. That would be awkward.

Do you want to see somebody right now?
Yesss. Very much so.

Do you honestly believe that good things come to those who wait?
Not at the moment. Ask me in a few months.

What catches your eye more? Eyes or smile?
Smile first, then eyes.

Are you starting to realize anything?
Ha. That’s a very broad question. Yes, I am realizing many things.

What are you listening to?
Nothing at the moment.

Are you seeing the person you like this weekend?
Nope.

Is there anyone you trust who you shouldn’t?
Probably.

What was your dream about last night?
I didn’t dream.

Do you have a reason to smile right now?
Not at the moment.

Would you go back in time if you were given the chance?
Nope.

Do you fall for people easily?
I don’t think so.

Who have you texted in the last 24 hours?
Brandon, Diane, Mom, Lindsey.

In the past week have you smiled?
A few times.

Last week…now that’s a whole different story!

Are you listening to music right now?
Negative.

What was the first thing you thought this morning?
Ow. Why can’t I freaking move without hurting?!?

Are you afraid of rollercoasters?
Sort of. I’d be willing to give it a try again.

Are you keeping a secret right now?

Lots of them.

Do you think you can last for an hour without talking?

I do it all the time.

Do you like getting hugs from other people?

If I know them, yes!

What’s the weather like outside?

Kind of cold, but sunny.

What was the last thing you drank?

7-Up

Do you know anyone else with your name?
A few.

Are you tired right now?
No, just feeling like crap.

When was the last time you really laughed?
Hmm, that would be last Saturday night/Sunday morning with Diane.

Who was the last person you had an argument with?
Probably my mom.

Has anybody ever given you butterflies?

Yes.

How important is trust?
The MOST important thing. If you can’t trust someone… don’t even get me started.

If your friends warn you about someone, do you listen?
Yes.

Do you think you’ve changed over the last year?
I think so. You tell me!

375 Days…

Until I turn 18! I know it seems silly to start counting now, but I seriously can NOT wait!

Okay, back to reality! I haven’t been blogging as much lately, no excuses, just haven’t. So, here are the pictures of Guido I said I would post.

 

 

 

 

 

Todd was feeling left out…so here’s a recent picture of him!

No news about insurance, or doctors. My heart doctor put me on a blood pressure medication, and within one week, it went from 156/127 to 120/90! Major improvement! We found that out today, when I went to donate blood at a Bloodsource van outside our church today. I have to admit, I was kind of scared, but saving two lives was totally worth it! Now the muscle in my arm is super sore, but again, worth it!

Hopefully we’ll set up our Christmas tree tonight. My mom and stepdad have been shopping all day, so I’m not sure when they’ll be back! They said something about buying a fake tree (UGH) but, fake or not, it still makes the house Christmasy!

I’m so excited for Christmas! My 17th birthday is December 16th, and December 19th we’re going to Chico, and I’m going to stay with Brandon and Angie until Christmas day!

Merry CHRISTmas!!!

Thanksgiving Rush

Whew! This is the first time I have had a chance to breathe since last Wednesday! We left early Thursday morning for the 4 hour drive to Monterey/Carmel. Had Thanksgiving with the step-family, played games, etc.

Then we got up early to go shopping in Downtown Carmel, which was extremely crowded, but fun all the same. Everything is so expensive though! Saturday morning, we went to the Monterey Bay Aquarium which was amazing! I had never been there and it was a facinating experience.

After that, we went to meet Guido’s new parents! He was so excited to see me he jumped all over the place. Emmy and Hans were so nice, they were so grateful for Guido and it was great to see them and Guido so happy! Emmy said they would bring Guido to come visit me when I have my surgery at Stanford He’s a registered service dog, so he can go anywhere.

I still have to upload the pictures, so I will post them in a different post.

Comment away!

Where Did My Hair Go?!?

I got my hair layered and thinned for the first time EVER last Friday. I am still getting used to it…it is kind of frizzy/curly/fluffy and I’m only used to it being straight, because it was so thick it couldn’t do anything else! I can actually wear my hair down without my neck getting 105 degrees!

So…Do you like it?

Just Because

1. Made out for more than 3 minutes?	No
2. Slept in a different bed?	Yes
3. Made out in a movie theatre?	No
4. Made out with 2 different people in one night?	No
5. Thought your cousin was hot?	No
6. Been in love?	No
7. Slept past noon?	Yes
8. Taken a shower with the opposite sex?	No
9. Gone over the speed limit?	Yes
10. Painted your room?	Yes
11. Drove a car?	Yes
12. Danced in front of your mirror?	No
13. Gotten a hickey?	No
14. Been dumped?	No
15. Stole money from a friend?	No
16. Gotten in a car with people you just met?	Yes
17. Been in a fist fight?	No
18. Snuck out of your house?	Yes
19. Had feelings for someone who didn’t have them back?	Yes
20. Been arrested?	No
21. Made out with a stranger?	No
22. Left your house with out telling your parents?	Yes
23. Had a crush on your neighbor?	No
24. Ditched school to do something more fun?	Yes
25. Slept in a bed with a member of the same or opposite sex?	Yes
26. Seen someone die?	Yes
27. Been on a plane?	No
28. Kissed a picture?	Yes
29. Slept in the opposite sex’s bed?	Yes
30. Love someone or miss someone right now?	Yes
31. Laid on your back and watched cloud shapes go by?	Yes
32. Made a snow angel?	No
33. Played dress up?	Yes
34. Cheated while playing a game?	Yes
35. Been lonely?	Yes
36. Fallen asleep at work/school	Yes
37. Been to a club?	No
38. Felt an earthquake?	No
39. Touched a snake?	Yes
40. Ran a red light?	No
41. Been suspended from school?	No
42. Had detention..	Yes
43. Been in a car?	Yes
44. Hated the way you look?	Yes
45. Witnessed a crime?	Yes
46. Been lost?	Yes
47. Been to the opposite side of the country?	No
48. Felt like dying from embarrassment?	Yes
49. Cried yourself to sleep?	Yes
50. Sang karaoke?	No
51. Done something you told yourself you wouldn’t do?	Yes
52. Laughed till some kind of beverage came out of your nose?	Yes
53. Caught a snowflake on your tongue?	No
54. Kissed in the rain?	No
55. Sung in the shower?	Yes
56. Had a dream that you married someone?	Yes
57. Played getting married?	Yes
58. Got your tongue stuck to a flag pole?	No
59. Ever gone to school partially nude?	No
60. Been a blind date?	No
61. Sat on a roof top?	Yes
62. Didn’t take a shower for a week?	No
63. Ever been too scared to watch scary movies alone?	No
64. Played chicken?	Yes
65. Been pushed into a pool with all your clothes on?	No
66. Been told you’re hot by a complete stranger?	No
67. Broken a bone?	Yes
68. Been easily amused?	Yes
69. Laugh so hard you cry?	Yes
70. Cheated on a test?	No
71. Forgotten someone’s name?	Yes
72. Blacked out from drinking?	No
73. Played a prank on someone?	Yes
74. Gone to a late night movie?	No
75. Made love to anything not human?	No
76. Failed a class?	No
77. Choked on something you’re not supposed to eat?	No
78. Played an instrument for more than 10 hours?	Yes, not at once
79. Cheated on a girlfriend/boyfriend?	No
80. Did you celebrate the 4th of July?	Yes
81. Thrown strange objects?	No?
82. Felt like someone else?	No
83. Thought about running away?	Yep
84. Ran away?	Almost
85. Had detention and not attend it?	No
86. Made parents cry?	Yes
87. Cried over someone?	Yes
88. Owned more than 5 sharpies?	Yes
89. Dated someone more than once?	No
90. Have a dog?	Yes
91. Own an instrument?	Yes
92. Been in a band?	Yes
93. Drank 25 sodas in a day?	No
94. Broken a cd?	Yes
95. Shot a gun?	Yes
96. Been on myspace for more than 5 hours?	No
97. Fell asleep at the computer?	No
98. Have a major crush on someone right now?	No
99. Have a religion?	Yes
100. Thought about what people would say at your funeral?           Yes

Music…

Just some music videos, if you care to watch.

I don’t think anyone is reading my blog though.

My friend and mentor is having surgery tomorrow. Please pray for her.

Hurry Up, Friday!

We’re going to Chico this weekend, but before that, Friday is my appointment at Castro Commons. I am SO nervous and excited. We’re taking the letter directly from my primary care doctor straight to Dr. Shepard with us on Friday. I am just praying that I get a tentative surgery date.

Also, I got the blood test results today from the Heart Doctor. They don’t really make much sense without the doctor here to explain…so I’ll have to wait until Monday. I tried doing some research to figure out what each test meant,  but didn’t get very much information. The papers say that 8 of the results are “too high.” But I don’t know what they mean yet. Hopefully they’re not too bad.

Well, It’s not even Wednesday yet and I’m having to hold myself back from starting to pack for our trip to Chico. I am way too excited! This Saturday I am spending a night with my bestest buddies Lindsey & Kathleen! I am so happy because we haven’t had much time together since I moved, and all nighters are always fun, especially with church in the morning…possibly.  :-P   And, I’m even more excited because I got a puppy sitter, so I don’t have to stress about the puppy and just have a good time.

That’s all for now,

Much Love,

Kaitlyn

Pumpkin Fluff

 

 My mom makes this “dessert” for Thanksgiving and it is amazing! I thought I would share it with you all, since it is pretty yummy and we actually got it from weight watchers.  One cup = 1 “Point” Can also be substituted for pumpkin pie filling.

Pumpkin Fluff

1 can pumpkin (15 oz)
2 pack sugar-free instant vanilla pudding
2 cups of milk
1 tub lite cool whip (8 oz)
1/4 tsp pumpkin pie spice (Or cinnamon)

Random Quirks

 

Random Quirks Information

Here are the rules: “MY UNSPECTACULAR QUIRKS”

1. Link to the person who tagged you
2. Mention the rules on your blog
3. Tell 7 unspectacular quirks about you

4. Tag 6 bloggers by linking to them
5. Leave a comment on each of the tagged blogger’s blogs letting them know they’ve been tagged

I was tagged by Diane!

My Quirks:

1. I only drink water if it is ice cold, even in the winter time.  
2. I am very knowledgable about dogs. Some would call me a dog snob…and I train Guide Dogs for the Blind.
3. When I ride bikes with others, I hate when people ride on the left side of me. For some reason it makes me feel unsafe. Weird, I know.
4. I absolutely hate change. Moving was a BIG one for me, and after more than a year, I am finally accepting it.
5. I have (and was probably born with) Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome and Insulin Resistance.
6. I think any Italian food is better cold. This goes for Lasanga, Spaghetti, Pizza, etc. Yes, I am Italian
7. I love chocolate, but I don’t like Chocolate ice cream or cake. Just pure chocolate! And only milk chocolate. Dark chocolate is too strong.

Okay…those are my quirks. I don’t think I know six people who blog, so I’ll just tag the ones I do know!

I tagged…

ShelleyJo
And
Mommy Reg