Extra computers

You would think it would be easy to find an extra computer in our clinic but it's always so hard to find a workstation for my student(s) to use.  Thankfully today there was an extra desktop for him to use.  Score!

Spring break

Spring break for elementary schools = less traffic on the way to work!!

Jesus

Palm Sunday always makes me feel like such a bad person when I read the 'crowd' part of the Gospel. It feels weird for everyone to say 'Crucify him!' Especially when he technically didn't do anything wrong. I know that it was necessary for Jesus to die for us but it still makes me feel bad but also so thankful for him when I read the words and participate in church. 

Last minute food orders

I grossly underestimated the amount of food I would need at Chloe's birthday party so I was so thankful when I called Sam Woo to order more large trays of food and the lady said it would be ready in 15-20 minutes! Crisis averted!!!

Frozen food

I didn't have any dinner plans so I was very thankful when I opened the fridge and there was a non-meat option I could quickly prepare!

Artistic people

I suck at making things pretty. I always ask Alex or my sister to frost the cupcakes or write on the posters. I'm so thankful that I know artistic people who are willing to help me.

Prepared students

My student today is always prepared when it comes to our patients and his notes. I'm so thankful for that character trait because it means we get out early!

Family visits

My family from Texas came to visit today! It's so nice seeing them and catching up on everything.

window 8

We finally implemented a check out system at work and now my patients go to window 8 to make their follow up appointments. It's so much easier for me and such a time saver! I'm super thankful for this new workflow. 

Church

I love it when the message from church resonates in your life. 

Babysitter surplus

Originally my mom was going to babysit Chloe tonight but now Alex's parents and sisters are going to be here to watch her! She (and I) am so lucky there are so many people who want to be with her. 

Chloe

One year ago my life changed forever. I couldn't have been happier than the time when they put her on my chest right after she was born. We've had our ups and downs since then and I know there will be more to come but I am SO SO utterly thankful that you came into our lives. I love you so much Chloe baby! Happy birthday honey bunny!!

Ergo

Chloe and I waited for my mom's Reclast infusion which took 45 minutes total. She kept on wanting to be picked up and carried everywhere so I'm so thankful I had the ergo and could face her outwards and her weight was more evenly distributed on my body. 

El Salvadoran tamales

I seem to be the only one who likes them in my house but I don't mind. I'm thankful that they're flavorful but mushy enough not to strain my jaws. 

Blue Jeans

It's a video conferencing service available thorough USC and it lets me join the meeting from my iPhone or iPad!

Reliable people

Chloe's symptoms got worse over the past 1.5 days so we decided to keep her at home and bring her back to the doctor this afternoon.  I'm so lucky my mom is able to watch her and that I had a resident this morning who could see the patients while I got everything situated at home.

Safe distance

Chloe is sick but Jade & Michelle came over to visit today so Jade stayed a safe distance away from Chloe so she wouldn't catch anything.  I checked w/ her today and she's feeling good so hopefully Chloe kept her germs to herself!

Nerdy friends

It's 3/14 and many friends have noted this as 'Pi Day'. It's a friendly reminder that (some of) my friends are nerdy and that's one thing I love about them. 

Family dinner

Since Chloe sleeps early and Alex gets home late we don't get to go out to dinner very often. When we do Chloe can be antsy and hard to manage after a while. Tonight she did pretty well and let us eat dinner without being super antsy. Thanks buddy!

Crib time

Rarely does Chloe take naps in her crib so when she does and I get time to do other stuff it's nice and kind of relaxing.

Off schedules

Today Alex starts work in the afternoon so he was able to stay at home with Chloe in the morning. He sent me a picture of her sleeping and it made me so happy knowing they got to spend time together. Even though this means I don't get to see him til 10pm tonight I don't really mind. 

Set it and forget it (but don't burn it)

I roasted chicken for dinner so after I prepped it and put it in the oven I was done! Checked on it after an hour and it was done in 1.5 hours total. Alex came home just in time to carve it up!

Quick notes

I'm thankful for the times when I can finish charting quickly so I can move on to other things I need to do. 

When Alex goes along with my ideas

Alex doesn't usually like taking pictures so I am very thankful that he was a good sport about it today when I made him dress up and have family pictures taken.

Apartments by the freeway

Specifically Jenny's apartment bc I was able to hang out with them for an hour on my way home! 

Local restaurants

We went to dinner at Sushi Umi tonight which was only 3 minutes away from our house. It worked out because Chloe was super tired and was being fussy for the last 30 seconds.

Last minute appointments

I got a haircut today for the first time in over a year! I'm very thankful I was able to make an appointment with the hair stylist at the last minute.

Spare keys

Bc when you lose your car keys and have to go pick up your daughter, that extra set of keys comes in handy. 

Hulu+

Our DVR is at 98% so I watched a few episodes via Hulu+ so now I can delete some episodes at home.  woo hoo?

Flight delays?

I'm only thankful for this bc we were able to go to dim sum with the family as a result of our delayed flight. Now we're still waiting for our flight in SF but at least we saw the family!

Late long naps

Chloe usually goes to bed ~3 hours after her afternoon nap so when she takes a long nap later in the day that means we can do more stuff in the evening with her! Today we get to party with the Zhen family for Alex's cousin's wedding!