Seems this blogging thing has gotten away from me somewhat. I just logged on by chance and realized I haven't posted in over a month. Things have been crazy busy so no pictures yet, because I have not even uploaded them to my computer yet. (As you can see, I am really on top of things these days). We had a great Christmas. Cameron was so excited this year. He talked about Santa and told us that he said "Ho Ho Ho". He even sat on his lap, which I figured he would freak out about once we got to the front of the line. He asked for an orange bear. And Santa looked everywhere to find that orange bear since the little guy asked for nothing else and never changed his response when asked "what is santa gonna bring you?" This was Cameron's first really fun Christmas. He had a ball opening his gifts and has had even more fun playing with him. He got a play kitchen and some food and pans, plates etc. which I'd have to say is his favorite. He spends hours making us all different meals and feeding us. It's so cute.
I have been out of commission for a bit which accounts partially for my absence. On December 17th, I had back surgery. I originally had surgery for a disc issue five years ago. A disc was removed and a bone graft was placed with six screws. I have been in pain ever since that operation and finally found another doctor who said the original bone graft had never taken and two of the screws were just moving around in my back. I really had no choice but to do surgery, we couldn't leave the hardware in as it was and the pain was getting in the way of my life and carrying two kids around all the time. After a few complications and a couple extra days in the hospital, I am home. I am pretty much useless at this point. I spend most of my time in the bed or in the recliner. The pain pills keep me comfortable but drunk and the many braces and devices I have to wear every day keep me busy. My oldest, Alek has been a great help, doing a lot to help. Since I'm not allowed to pick up anything, or bend at the waist, my mom has come to stay with us to take care of the kids. Thank god for her. Without her, I don't know what I'd do. Cameron still hasn't fully understood why I can't pick him up and when he sees the 12 inches of stiches on my back he says he's scared. Thankfully this is behind me and hopefully this time it will be successfull. I am looking forward to less painful life. And as soon as I am better recovered, I'll post some pictures!
