September 17, 2012

An Apology and Update of Sorts

First things first, I'm sorry for the way I left things last week. I hate ending my blog week on a sour note.  Truth be told, I was in a sour mood pretty much the rest of the week, into the weekend, it's not been pleasant around here. But stepping back and taking care of things at home is most important and that's what I've been doing.  I needed a few days of no emails, no updating Facebook and/or Twitter, no reading blog comments, just to unplug.  It's definitely helped my stress level, a little.  But I love this blog, I love this community, so I couldn't stay away too long.  So here's an update of sorts.

-Chanel is doing better.  She had her uterus removed and the vet told me that it was huge.  OK, gross.  He said it was so "infected" that she probably lost weight just by removing it.   Poor girl.  Saturday I started to get worried about her because she hadn't eaten much or drank anything since being home and, good Lord, that's all I needed was a dehydrated, malnourished dog.  So Saturday morning I loaded her and Kendall into the car and back to the vet we went.  Do you know how hard it is to do that alone when the toddler wants to run away, into traffic and your dog isn't allowed jumping into the car by herself?  It's hard.   Really hard. And stressful.  Luckily she checked out just fine and came home with a couple of new meds and a clean shaven behind.  I can honestly tell she's feeling better today and has even managed to get some food and water in her.  Looks like she's on the mend, I hope.

-There will be no Challenge Your Closet today.  Maybe not even this week.  We'll see.  With all that's gone on this week I didn't make into the shower a few days, let alone get all dolled up in something blog worthy.  I could share "how to go in public without taking a shower and not completely scaring strangers" but that wouldn't help anyone.

-We found a church, after only leaving here for 2.5 years {::insert eye roll::}.  We're pathetic. Jimmy had plans already set in stone this Sunday so we didn't get to go this week {he didn't want me and Kendall going for the first time without him}but next week we'll be there.  I cannot wait.  I've been feeling the need for this in my life and I'm happy with our decision.  The church looks like it will be perfect for us and has all the "things" we were looking for so here's hoping.

-I wanted to take a minute and address why I have sponsors.  Back when I started blogging {almost 4 years ago} there were no such thing as sponsors {that I know of}.  No way to help the newbies get exposure, no partnership to help promote your blog/business.  Now there is and if I can help get the word out about someone else I'm happy to do it.  I do not take my job on this blog lightly and truly hope that all who have sponsored me {past and current} can attest to that.  Sure it makes me a little money on the side and for that I'm truly grateful.  There have been months where that extra has put gas in my car or saved our checking from being overdrawn.  So thank you.  Truly.

-Have I mentioned how wonderful my mother-in-law is?  She's offered to keep Kendall for me a few hours each week so that I can have some me time.  Last week we skipped out because her dog had puppies but this week she's going to keep her so that I can go get my hair cut, finally.  I cannot express my gratitude for this woman.  I know I will be soaking up each and every minute of my head/neck/back massage while I'm at the salon on Thursday.

-I want to talk about our TTC journey with Baby Dew #2 but I feel like I can't.  I know there are so many women out there that have trouble TTC and that if I post about being disappointed that this month wasn't our month I look like I'm being greedy.  Truth is we've only really been trying for one month and that's nothing compared to people who have been trying for years.  But it's still disappointing and I'm allowed to be bummed.  So we'll see where that goes.

-Thanks for your patience while I go through this rough spot in life.  I'm hoping that that is all this is and that soon, very soon, we'll be on the upswing again.  I promise not all posts will be as depressing/boring/lame as the past few have been.

25 comments:

  1. I've been following along about Chanel on IG and I'm glad to hear that she's doing better.

    My husband and I recently went "church shopping" because we had been feeling like we needed a place to go. When you find the right place, you'll know it! We found our church and have been going faithfully for about 5 months and we love it. I'll be praying that this church works out for you and hopefully having that in your life will help you feel at peace more. I know that's what it did for me.

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  2. We've all been stuck in a rut, Shannon, and we're all entitled to a big fat moan in order to vent and feel better. This is your blog, if you should be allowed to do your complaining anywhere, it's here. Where people can support you and let you know that you're not alone and eventually, everything will be okay. It really will be.

    Chin up, chicado! We're all here for you! :) xo

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  3. I hear you lady. I am so glad Chanel is better. Your IG photo's were stressing me out. All it takes is a sick dog to turn your world upside down. Don't apologize for having an off week, whether it's TTC or it's just been *that kind* of week for you. Everyone is here to support you and it's okay to be disappointed. Here's hoping you have a better week this week :)

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  4. 1. this is YOUR blog, if you want to be sour then be sour. When life hands you shit sandwiches, you need a place to vent, a flame free place and I use my blog to vent. Granted, mine is not near as popular as your but maybe if I didn't have PPD and didn't throw myself into a hole that would be different.
    2. I love you.
    3. I'm glad you guys found a church home. We really need to start looking for one.
    4. I'm also very glad Chanel is doing better. She is your first 'baby' and I know how much you love that dog.
    5. keep your head up, you are blessed :)

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  5. I'm glad to hear things are getting better! I can't stand it when any of my babies are sick (husband, cat(s), dog, or toddler!)

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  6. Glad to hear Chanelis on the road to recovery.

    Speaking from someone who went to a specialist to get pregnant, I feel that it is helpful to talk about the struggles- the good, the bad and the ugly. I also no longer have a filter. Reading other blogs helped me with ideas to try when we began to struggle. My blog has become a pregnancy blog at this point rather than a running while pregnant blog. I have been on bed rest for 3 of my 13 weeks. I am hoping to be allowed to walk after my next appointment.

    Remember we all have a bad time every now and then...chin up, tits out!

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  7. Yes we have all been through rough spots that's for sure! I hope everything works out for you! I would LOVE To have a Mother-In-Law like yours! I barely speek to mine and she never watches my kids because she is "too busy"! I would love to be able to say that she is awesome, but it is what it is. My family has been out of the church scene for a while now and we have been thinking that we need to get back to that Sunday routine not just for us but I think that the kids really need it too. Good luck and here's hoping this week is full of sunshine and better days!!

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  8. I agree that you sure can talk about struggles when trying to get pregnant. You already seem to have a sensitivity to others struggling as well. It's your story and if you want to share that part, I say you feel free. One month or 100 months, the disappointment still can cut deep. Praying for ya girl!

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  9. I think you should be able to talk about anything on your blog. If anything, you understand BOTH sides so you are sensitive to it. Some people might have to take a hiatus but just be honest - we want to know!

    I understand that pain as well. We are TTC with baby #4 and a month has gone by with no avail. A month isn't THAT much but when we've gone through what we've gone through, it seems like an eternity.

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  10. I'm really glad that Chanel is doing better and on the road to recovery!! And I'm really sorry to hear about everything that's been going on. Seems like when things get bad, everything just goes to hell....but it'll all going to work out! It will get better!! Love you Cuz!

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  11. Hang in there girly. We're TTC too - and I hate feeling bummed each month that passes that we don't conceive. I'm in the same boat as you - we have one, we should be grateful and we haven't been trying for very long but it's still disappointing. I'm glad that your pup is doing better and that you found a new church, church can really help bring up your spirits!

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  12. We all have our moments when things don't go our way and you do not need to apologize for posting something depressing! I've been doing that for the last week lol but anyways, glad to hear your fur baby is okay. I was in that same position about a year ago when our dog had bladder stones, I was a mess!

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  13. Thinking about you, sweet friend! Hope this week looks up and is better than last! You are LOVED!

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  14. I am glad Chanel is feeling better! Poor thing!!!!

    And you can post whatever you want on your blog! That's why it's YOUR blog!

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  15. We are having a difficult time finding a church by our new house as well idk y but we are. As for your puppy hopefully she stays on the mend and ENJOY every second to yourself this week and hope it becomes a weekly tradition for you. PS I am getting my hair cut on Thursday too :)

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  16. You should definitely blog about anything you want to blog about, including TTC. Just because it might not take you as long to get pregnant doesn't mean it's any less important or special.

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  17. I'm so glad to hear C is doing much better. I can only imagine how draining that process can be for everyone AND yes it must be SUPER stressful taking the dog and KP to the vet. I feel for you on that one, I really do.

    Also the TTC journey sucks, it really sucks! You are allowed to feel disappointment no matter how long or short your journey has been. I hope you and J are able to end the journey soon. Fingers crossed for you guys.

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  18. Take all the time you need! ;) Glad to hear Chanel is doing better! xo

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  19. Sending lots of hugs! Sometimes a quick blog break does the soul good :)

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  20. I am glad things are getting better sweet girl. I have seen on IG how much better Channel is & its so good to see that she is doing better :) Hang in there girlie...

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  21. Momma! What a bad bloggy friend I've been! I blame Hank! Love your fashion posts so I hope they're back soon. So sorry about the pup.. You have such a kind heart and I know how upset you are over your fur baby, but sounds like she's on the mend.

    I HATE you're going through a rough patch. I was so overwhelmed last year with working with Carsyn. She was unhappy and I was getting nothing done. I was also in a funk from my house being robbed and having the biggest pity party ever. I prayed and prayed and my aunt retired and started watching Carsyn for me. Luckily my mom retired and is helping at work now since I've had Hank. I know it's lame, but the power of prayer is so undeniable. Hopefully things will work out for you. Big, big hugs... Muah!!

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  22. Glad Chanel is doing better :) Good luck on your TTC journey! I hope that next month is "your month". You are so sweet in trying to spare feelings. But as everyone else has commented, it is your blog and you can post as you feel necessary. In the end, you are going to be the one reading back through these posts and reading about what you were feeling at this time in your life. Have fun getting your hair cut/massage on Thursday!

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  23. As someone who struggles pretty BIG time getting pregnant I can tell you that IMO it's your blog so blog about what you want to blog about. (Although seriously, I struggle with this same thing. I have one baby. We want another. What do I blog about???) I remember the very first time we learned we weren't pregnant and it was hard. I was disappointed. So it's totally ok to have those feelings and talk about them if you want. The fact that you are already sensitive to your readers knowing that it doesn't come easily for some people is huge in my book! If you were complaining and oblivious to those struggling around you...well that would be just annoying. :)

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  24. Definitely no need to apologize Shannon - your bloggers love your posts (as they are always straight from the heart and so honest!) We all have our bad days/months (and some even years!) I just hope everything starts to get better and easier for you.

    Have faith in the Lord, He has a plan for you and your family and baby #2 will be here in no time...
    Always thinking of you and praying for you.
    x

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  25. still thinking of you girl. hope things continue to turn around for y'all :)

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