Yesterday we sadly bid goodbye to summer and our friend Anthony, as he flew up to Auckland into the eye of a very big storm:
From all reports he landed safely and enjoyed some nicer weather today, which we were grateful to share here in Wellington. We had a very fun week which included a whisky tasting, some sight-seeing and lots of pop-culture (including Mama Mia, which Brandie somehow missed in the theater - talk about her kind of movie!) Our friend Christian also managed to make it down to the whisky tasting, some yakitori and birthday cake before having to leave for another extended business trip - thanks for sharing him once again, Mrs. F!
Today we hosted a brunch for my department from work and welcomed another visitor, Brandie's friend Tia from Idaho. In only a few weeks Mary & Joe arrive, so it's quite an exciting time for all of us! We are also in the process of looking for a new house to rent, as our current rental has been sold to a new owner who intends to occupy rather than rent it. Our lease is up in May but we may move sooner if we can find the right place - which I suspect may be difficult to find after living here, this house has been a real blessing with everything on for Josie.
I am also sad to relay the news that Josie had another rough day of seizures today, after a very brief 3-day break with the increased dosage. There's still one more increase to try before we add the third anticonvulsant, which can take 3-4 months to take effect - so fingers crossed, everyone! It's heartbreaking to watch this bright and shiny being get clouded over and struggle so much: she is such a brave and strong little person!
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From all reports he landed safely and enjoyed some nicer weather today, which we were grateful to share here in Wellington. We had a very fun week which included a whisky tasting, some sight-seeing and lots of pop-culture (including Mama Mia, which Brandie somehow missed in the theater - talk about her kind of movie!) Our friend Christian also managed to make it down to the whisky tasting, some yakitori and birthday cake before having to leave for another extended business trip - thanks for sharing him once again, Mrs. F!
Today we hosted a brunch for my department from work and welcomed another visitor, Brandie's friend Tia from Idaho. In only a few weeks Mary & Joe arrive, so it's quite an exciting time for all of us! We are also in the process of looking for a new house to rent, as our current rental has been sold to a new owner who intends to occupy rather than rent it. Our lease is up in May but we may move sooner if we can find the right place - which I suspect may be difficult to find after living here, this house has been a real blessing with everything on for Josie.
I am also sad to relay the news that Josie had another rough day of seizures today, after a very brief 3-day break with the increased dosage. There's still one more increase to try before we add the third anticonvulsant, which can take 3-4 months to take effect - so fingers crossed, everyone! It's heartbreaking to watch this bright and shiny being get clouded over and struggle so much: she is such a brave and strong little person!
oh man! bummer about the house. i hope your next place is as beautiful (and as well-insulated) as your current pad. i still hold firmly to the belief that you have two of the cutest kids on the planet, and my heart aches for you guys with all you're going through with josie. it just doesn't seem right. i hope you know i pray for you all.