Snow! This morning we have clear skies, a crisp wind, and a very light sprinkling of damp snow. Walking to school, the kids were happy, but there was so little of the white stuff that they didn't even try to make snow balls. The Mommy, on the other hand was less than pleased, and grumbled, "What's with this snow, man!". Pit's immediate response was, "Where's the snowman?".

Sunday, 8 March 2009

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Today was actually sunny! And we made the best use of it parading around the Grand Place. After lunch with some Canadian friends, we walked around town enjoying the sights in sunshine. As usual, the boys run circles in the Grand Place and enjoy polishing the brass statue for good health. We even saw some special event at the Manneken "penis" where the little boy was peeing "beer" and some local group was pouring out beers from a keg in the street. All in all, a fun day out in Brussels.

Saturday, 7 March 2009

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Today Frunty went to see the Disney Princesses On Ice. At the last minute, Pit and The Mommy were able to join him. They said the costumes and skating were beautiful. They saw Cinderella, Jasmine, Ariel, Snow White and Belle meet their respective princes. And of course Minnie and Mickey were there too! What fun!

Friday, 6 March 2009

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Lately, Pit has been getting confused with daily routine events. For example, this morning after breakfast, we said it was time to go to school. Pit's response was, "But I didn't even play yet!" - "You can play after lunch." - "But I already finished eating!" Explaining basic time-of-day concepts to Pit can be a fun exercise at times!

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This morning we woke up with an empty bed! But less than 5 minutes later, we had both gremlins attacking us. Not a moments rest! ;) Frunty's first question is also his daily question, " How many more sleeps until grandma and grandpa come?" At least it's nice when they wake up on their own instead of us having to shake them awake for half an hour.

Thursday, 5 March 2009

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Frunty was really excited about the start of footbal "lessons" after school. He packed his bag this morning with his shoes and summer-weather soccer outfit.

Monday, 2 March 2009

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The kids are growing by leaps and bounds and tonight, as I gave them a quick, lavender massage, I could see almost no eczema on either of them. Can I tell you how good this makes me feel? So I wanted to write about this topic which has been upfront and center in my life since November. Tedious at times. Stressful, exhausting...yes...but now, luckily, under control. Actually, it hasn't been luck. It has been working hard in the kitchen and with our doctor who did blood tests. The bottom line:

*no gluten (mostly rice- white or brown, quinoa, buckwheat, millet only)
*no dairy products
*no unfermented soya (only a little bit of miso once in awhile acts as a probiotic)

*reduction of sugar (a little juice mixed with water)
*reduction of meat (approx. twice a week and Bio products mostly)
*reduction of potato (too much sugar)
*occasionally an egg...have not seen negative reaction (try to stick with yolk only)

*addition of fish oil capsules (one with each meal =3 a day) for Omega 3s.
*addition of liquid silver
*addition of Basilac (to treat stomach lining)

*increase in veggies and reduction of fruits (treats: dried fruit)
*nuts seem to be fine (as confirmed by allergy tests) despite them being a common allergen

Well, the kids have shown great improvement, especially Frunty since this elimination diet. Pit never was as bad so not the same. It is hard and I have made mistakes but overall, it is paying off to watch what they eat. Frunty has gone from a picky eater to the best eater in the house saying, "I don't like it, Mommy, but I am going to eat it anyway!" I am so proud of them and happy to see some relief from an annoying, torturous chronic disease like this...hope to see some improvement with me soon too although it takes adults longer. Don't give up.