This one time, my life BLEW UP. Really, that's the only way I can describe it.
I'm not sure exactly when it started. Maybe it was sitting in a little room in the Stake Offices hearing that Mike was being called to be Stake Men's Sports Specialist. As this meant he'd be released from Elder's Quorum Secretary, we thought maybe we'd get more time together (everyone laugh manically since you know that this occurred sometime in February, which meant BASKETBALL SEASON).
We briefly talked about my calling: Primary chorister and pianist (not at the same time, silly). I distinctly remember saying, "and I don't want to be moved please. EVER." I also distinctly remember the LOOK that President Stratton gave me. The Spirit was either speaking to him or to me.
I was called to be Relief Society Secretary one and a half weeks later.
Okay. When you've finished laughing and rolling on the floor ('cause that's about what I was doing when the Bishop asked me to accept that calling), I can continue.
Maybe I should just say that being a secretary doesn't come easily for me. Punctuality...organization...generally clear thinking...NOT ME.
Aaaaaand Mike was at basketball two nights a week and several hours on Saturdays for basketball.
Aaaaaand another night for volleyball and another couple hours on Saturdays for that as well.
Then there's my firstborn. Really, it's not for nothing that he is known to Mike's coworkers as Attila the Son. He's smart, and he is good at HAVOC. "When it comes to havoc, nobody wreaks like me!!!!" He was also starting to scare me. Something about the animal look in his eyes and the snarl on his face when he got angry...and STAYED angry. So, we went to a psychologist (Dr. Richards, for those of you who know him) and had a little talk. The first thing he mentioned was that we should try going off of gluten.
and a little bell went off in my head that said, "YEP."
For those of you who aren't acquainted with "going off gluten," I can explain it in two words: STOP EATING EVERYTHING YOU LOVE. Pizza? Donuts? Cereal? Bread? Pasta? CHOCOLATE CHIP COOKIES made by your mother-in-law? All out. Every dinner that you have been stocking up for using your hard earned coupons (anyone want a storage room full of gluten)? Sorry, you are going to have to START OVER.
So, kinda, I've been going a little bit crazy. But the awesome part is: Gregory feels SO much better. He's a different child. I wish gluten worked for the "terrible two's" though. Isaac is becoming a handful (it never ENDS)! I feel way better too. Remarkably so. Always listen to your mother, because she's just about always right (she's been telling me to try going off gluten for years). And even though most weeks right now are CARAZY (did I mention I spent ALL DAY at visiting teaching conferences?) we're doing pretty well. Although I feel like I'm going on a super fast treadmill and I might fall off if I step wrong.
But hey. I've always wanted to get better at running.
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Let me introduce you to my sister-in-law. Kirsti Kirkland.
Go to eatingglutenfree.com.
Her ENTIRE family (except herself) Yes, husband too- has siliac. No gluten. 1/2 the kids have milk allergies. She's become the WORLD'S BEST GLUTEN FREE (and normal food) COOK. Bonus. She put out a cook book. I promise. You'll love it. If nothing else- call me and I'll give you her number. She's great moral support. Good luck!! PS: Now when you come over for dinner I'm only making you potatoes.
I didn't know gluten made kids hellions! So wait, is this a permanent no-gluten-forever thing, or can he be put back on it later?
Besides the fact that I laughed out loud at "Attila the Son" this blog makes me sad! Life blowing up is never awesome until long after the fact. I'm sorry things are so crazy but I believe you can do it! And if you ever need a break, you know who to call!
Ha ha ha!
The word verification on my last post was "preymate".
Done and done, my friend (:
Hahaha. Atilla the Son. :) GENIUS. I'm so glad he's feeling better! And isn't Dr. Richards (he'll always be Bishop Richards to me...) great? Such a wonderful, good man.
Sorry you are stressed! I think you'll make a fabulous secretary, though. You make everyone feel loved and that's what RS is all about! I'm also glad G is doing better. Hang in there!
Wow. When it rains it pours, right? I can't imagine cooking without gluten! My friend's son had similar issues and he grew out of it within a year or two, so this might not be a permanent change! I am glad it is helping him though. I am also sort of jealous that you get to go to Barefoot Queen's house for dinner. :) I miss everyone!
Oh Adriane, my sis, that is crazy - everything! I love your attitude about it all though, you are an inspiration to me! :)
Oh my dearest Adriane. My heart just pours out to you! I could just feel your pain as I read this post. I may not know anything about cutting out gluten (although we're thinking of trying it with Addie to see if it helps) but I do know how it feels to be paddling so fast and yet barely keep your head above water. I'm sorry life is so CRAZY right now! Just know that I think you are incredible and you make my day every time I see you! I look up to you a lot for your cheery disposition.
I think we REALLY need a girl's night! Wouldn't you agree? I hate that I live so far away! We'll need to figure something out quick before both of us lose our minds :)
Good luck babe! Just keep swimming!
P.S. I'm SO glad that going off gluten is working for Mr. Gregory! YAY!
You will always come out on top! Don't doubt that! Love ya!
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