We are in the beginnings of a rather large winter storm that will be wrapping its icy cold arms around us for the next day or so. I trip to Walgreens to grab a few items and roads, even the main ones were pretty bad already.  I have a feeling that our plans or visiting Lizze's parents tonight will have to be put on hold.  We're supposed to get something like 8 to 12 inches by tomorrow. Who knows.  As the Pizza Hut delivery girl told us the other night, sometimes they can't even predict what time it is.  :-) I thought that was pretty funny.  Anyway, I hope you are all staying warm and safe, if like us, you're in the path of this winter storm. 

I wanted to take a minute and help you to have a better understanding of what the Lost and Tired family is going through when it comes to Elliott's food allergies.  My hope it that by better understanding our situation, you may be able to apply what you've learned and the insight that you've gain,  to help support someone in your life,  going through something similar.  Below you will find a letter that we received from Elliott's immunologist/allergist.  These are the detailed instructions provided to the school, in regards to Elliott and his allergy. I was actually surprised to see how ridged this was.  I'm still learning about just how serious a tree nut allergy is.  If it's this bad at school, just imagine what it's like at home.  A…

I wanted to share some pictures from the Gorski Christmas get together. It was pretty low key, just the way I like it.  The boys did really well and I'm hoping that translates into a quiet evening.  At some point tomorrow, we are going to be going to Lizze's parents and I'll take pictures and pass them along.  I hope you all had a great Christmas.  I hope your little ones handled it well and enjoyed themselves.  I also hope that inevitable fallout will be minimal and as painless as possible for both you and your kiddos.  :-)

Christmas day was going so well. Gavin was playing in his room because he wanted to be alone. Elliott and Emmett were playing together with Play Doh.  All was well..... Then of course,  Daddy in his infinite wisdom brought out the game Chutes and Ladders.    I thought, who doesn't like Chutes and Ladders? Well,  I'll tell you who doesn't like Chutes and Ladders.  It's the kid that hits the chute and basically has to start all over again. In this case,  Elliott.  Elliott was doing really well and seemed to catch every ladder all the way to the top.  Then, he hit the big chute on square 87 and slid all the way back down. Elliott didn't like that very much.  He broke down in tears and ran off sobbing…

Merry Christmas everyone. The Lost and Tired family has been up since 5am. Everyone is getting along and having a great morning. I had planned on cooking breakfast this morning, but I don't think anyone will eat it.  Instead, the boys will probably munch on cereal and fruit.  I wanted to take a minute and thank everyone for being there for us this year.  I truly, truly appreciate it.  Merry Christmas......

T'was the night before Christmas and all through the house,  not a creature was stirring and that includes Elliott.  Thank God he actually slept tonight.  He's snuggled with the two kittens that replaced the dog fearing Sam and Dean. He's so peaceful and he'll be thrilled in the morning to see this picture because they actually sleep with him the entire night.  I'm really going to bed now.......... Good night....