Paramedic...almost

So Justin passed his last two Paramedic practical exams on Friday. Now he just has the written to do and he will be officially done. The practicals were a huge weight because of the pressure involved. Having another professional breathing down your neck critiquing you is never fun. The written will be somewhat less stressful. Once that is over I am sure he/we will be ready for a new challenge.

Knee Injury...yet again

So I had a nice three day weekend finally planned and we got about a foot and a half of snow. I WAS PUMPED. On my third or fourth run on Saturday I caught an edge in a duff of powder and took a head over heals tumble. I hyperextended my knee and got a ride to the hospital by my personal EMT (soon to be Paramedic). My director at work (my personal PT) thinks I sprained my ACL and my knee cap is out of positon. I have been constantly icing and doing some strengthening to get things back to normal. It almost looks normal too. I WILL BE BACK ON SKIS!

Marc takes on Maine

Justin and I brought his nephew Marc back to Maine with us after the holiday. They had a great time skiing/riding and just plain hanging out. He got a good tast of our lifestyle and I don't think he hated it. Uncle Jut was a great host and was happy to have family in Maine for a little while.

A Hurlburt Christmas!

We traveled to Gloucester to spend the holiday with Justin's family and all their friends. We had fun and played with baby Emily lots. Justin made out well getting a white water canoe for Christmas. And no there was no ring under the tree for me. We hope you all had a safe and joyus holiday.

Meet Poppy

So our family has a new member. Her name is Poppy and she is a Yorkshire Terrier. She is full of it and a little busy body. Potty trainging has been hard with the cold weather and she she seems to be particular about food too. Poppy is a fun addition.

From poppy

no more teachers...no more books

Yes ladies and gentlemen, today at approximately 4pm Justin "Farva" Hurlburt took one of the final steps toward becoming a Paramedic. I am sooooo excited for him and the opportunities this will give him. I tried my best to be really supportive, understanding and helpful this past year and he worked his hardest at something he is more that passionate about. It was cool to watch. The trip isn't over yet, but the destination is on the horizon now.

Cassie

This morning my best friend Cassie (aka Cassarole)was called to doggie heaven. She didn't suffer at all and for that I am greatful. Cassie had become my mom's faithful companion ever since I went away to college, but she and I always had a special bond. Growing up my mom had a Chiuaua that my dad bought her. She was cute but, that dog never liked me because I accidently pushed her down the stairs when I was a baby so Cassie was really the first true blue companion I have had. She was 12 and still as active as ever (must be from hanging out with my 62 year old mother who still Ski Patrols) so she has lived a good life. I know she will be chasing her ball or relaxing by the fire in her Sno Dundah in the sky.