Spring has sprung!
We’ve been in sprucing-up mode around here lately.
This task has inevitably created another list of projects to do. Some of these projects are things that just need to get done, like repaint the deck. Other items are just on the want list. For example, this 1980’s light fixture is very ugly. I have big plans for this light though, I need just a couple of weeks.
To help plan for these projects, we took a trip to a big box hardware store for some ideas. We’re wandering down the main aisle in a sea of gas grills with Elisabeth riding in her giant racecar cart. I’m looking at this or that when all of the sudden I hear CLANK. Chris and I look at each other and ask at the very same time, “What was that?”
I look at Elisabeth and do a quick cochlear implant inventory. Left one, check. Right side, missing. Not good.
Chris and I conducted a search in a seven grill radius. The magnetic disk that sticks to her head flew off and landed on the side of a grill.
I had no idea that was even possible! It’s almost like a magic trick…Well, now that we know our bionic baby needs to watch out for magnetic stuff we can avoid refrigerators, lockers and of course, grills.
Apparently, we also need to be cautious with cookie cutters, as evidenced below.
Yes, that is a molar-shaped cookie cutter.
I’m sorry….but that’s hilarious!!
We were hysterically laughing while trying to find it too. I felt a little guilty about laughing but really, there is no other way to react!
oh how adorable she is, I have said it before and here I am again. Such a beautiful child.
This is truly funny, I literally laughed out loud as I read. I love the cookie cutter head…lol
A little scary too though.
Oh thanks Jan!
I love your spirit, PattyAnne and Elisabeth is way too cool ♥
Thanks Corinne! We think Elisabeth is pretty cool too!
I’m sure that the situation at the time was not funny at all, but I am absolutely rolling in the humor of your story! Who would ever think that could happen? I mean really! I would have been totally frantic! But it looks like you dealt with it alright and no major issues following…except the cookie cutter LOL.
We really had no idea either! It just seems so absurd but at least Elisabeth is unphased
She is so sweet
Thanks Nikky!
OMG — that’s hilarious! hahhahaah!!!
PS I’ve long wanted to learn a second language and I’ve decided on ASL. When you have a chance could you please P/M me a link or something to the best place to start? Thanks!
XOXOXO
Hi Linda! I have some great resources for you, I’ll send them to you this afternoon. I’ve really enjoyed learning ASL so far, it’s a beautiful language.
Oh, she is a doll! And, you sure have a great sense of humor in telling what would otherwise not be a funny story.
Blessings!
Thanks Martha! I noticed when we embrace the humorous side of life, our stress level is dramatically reduced. Sometimes that takes more effort than others
Loved the humor in this story! You have a precious bionic baby!
Aww Elisabeth is such a cutie!
The cookie cutter story was hilarious! However, I could also think of other more dangerous magnetic objects. I’m glad nothing serious happened!
I’m so glad that I found your blog. I must say, I am dying of laughter! At least I know what I’m in for. The audiologist said that would not happen. My son is 20mos and was just diagnosed with profound hearing loss. After tons and TONS of research, we decided to get him a ci. I look forward to reading more of your blog!
Agh! Ignore my husbands gravatar!
Hi Caitlin! Thanks for stopping by
Getting the hearing loss diagnosis and then making decisions on communication can be so agonizing. Good luck on your journey and I can tell you it gets more fun every day!