Year of the bad EYE

September 1, 2011

My appointment with Dr. Lewis confirmed what Dr. Winword diagnosed.  My right eye, which I had surgery in, changed.  A cataract has developed that is still causing blurriness and slight double vision.  My vision is 20/100 without my glasses, and 20/50 with them on.  Either way, I need the cataract removed.  My appointment has been scheduled for the middle of October.  I am not looking forward to it, but if it corrects the problem, it will be worth it.  I was also told I am border line of having Glaucoma (a degenerative eye disease of the optic nerve).  So, now I have to have the pressure of my eyes tested twice yearly for the rest of my life.  Glaucoma cannot be reversed once it starts.  It causes blindness.  I have a lot to look forward to.... bummer!

On a lighter note, Jarrett celebrated his 6th birthday today!  

Grandma Marbles

August 20, 2011

Carson's birthday is on August 23rd, but his party was today.  Mom wanted to give Carson something.  We thought about something that could be found around the house.  I suggested some marbles because Carson's favorite thing at grandma's house was the marbles and roller rack.  In fact, Carson called her Grandma Marbles.  Mom thought that was a great idea.... and so did Carson!

Farmers Market.....

Steve and Misty sold their garden fresh produce at the market today in Price.  Hailie is modeling a HUGE turnip!  I took her and Jarrett shopping for school clothes during the market.  Jarrett for his birthday coming up on September 1st, and Hailie for completing her summer school packet.  We also got her hair cut.  She wanted it cut just like grandma's.