We are on day 271 since the first reported case of Covid-19 in the US. Becky, a Registered Nurse, shares her story and lessons learned after contracting Covid-19.
Category Archives: Personal
Attending a Party During Covid: Confession from the Outsider
We have not been to many parties or gatherings since March 2020. Do we go? Confession from the Outsider about Attending a Party During Covid
What I Discovered After 7-Months of Hypocritical Covid-19 Rules
Does Everyone have their own Covid-19 Rules? 7-months gives me time to reflect on our the new normal rules. https://vickierubin.com/blog/
What the Exit Interview with our Son and Daughter Revealed
So, how did we do? Why not conduct an exit interview when your adult offspring move out of the house. The intention is not for us to do a better job with our future children , but to get a fair assessment (can this really be fair and honest?) of how we did as parents.
Camper Envy Continued: The Answer to That Burning Camping Question
I am from Long Island, and camping was never in my vernacular. If there was ONE big reason why I didn’t want to join my husband Mitch on this retirement odyssey, it was the lack of facilities
Camper Envy and Size Matters
I was in the camping world less than ten hours and already had camper envy!
What My Mother Knew That Took Me 20 Years to Find Out
My Mom was a big fan of my writing and said, “you should write a book. But I was too busy to write a book. I had a full-time job, three kids, and three dogs at home. Jessica, as documented in many blogs, needed help with every daily life skill.
Should We Do It? 6 Reasons to Try a Camper
6 Reasons to buy a camper! Mitch and I unknowingly were trendsetters before COVID-19. We bought a pop-up camper back in January prior to the Pandameic. POST-COVID- or MID- COVID, I am more than looking forward and prefer to use the camper and avoid hotels.
3 Greatest Moments of Day 160: Jess Chimes in with her Scales
It has been 160 days since normalcy. We worry if Jess is losing skills while she is distancing at home. Still, we experienced 3 Great Moments.
Complex Covid Conversations
Complicated Covid Conversations are hurting my brain!
Noa’s Extraordinary Birth Story, as Told by Nana
Noa’s planned delivery date was my birthday! This was not an ordinary delivery and we knew the potential complications and risks.
Brady’s Extraordinary Birth Story, as Told by Nana
Our youngest daughter Carly has a blood clotting disorder called von Willebrand Disease (vW). Giving birth can be extremely dangerous if not monitored correctly. This is the courageous story of Carly giving birth to her first child.
When Your Bosses are Very, Very Young
I resigned from my day job. I only gave one day notice. My adult bosses were very understanding. My four-year-old boss was OK with it and we are still waiting to hear what my 9-month old manager has to say.
No Longer 50 Shades of Grey
One of my first blogs “A Bad Hair Day has a New Definition” was about NOT coloring my hair during the Pandemic. Now that three months have passed, I thought I would give an update. I cried “Uncle”! I gave up! Vanity overcame Virus! I went to the salon. We are in New York StateContinue reading “No Longer 50 Shades of Grey”
An Unbelievable Coincidence
His nickname was Mr. Handsome, and although I loved him, I also knew he wasn’t that handsome. But he was beautiful to me from his skinny legs to his unique crimped tail. His given name was Cicero. And he was our first Italian greyhound. The breed is also referred to as “I.G.” or “Iggy,” andContinue reading “An Unbelievable Coincidence”
Feeling the Hi! with Jessica Today! ❤️
We just had our second visit since February! Sharing the Hi! Please sign-up for one blog per week!
Why We and Other Families of Children with Disabilities Zoom from Across the World
For many years we did not know our daughter Jessica’s correct diagnosis. We did know that the DNA Jess was missing played a significant role in her development. In 2002, when Jessica was 20 years old, we received results that Jess has a rare chromosome deletion (missing piece). We struggled to find another family inContinue reading “Why We and Other Families of Children with Disabilities Zoom from Across the World”
Why Mitch’s New Hearing Aids Cured My Mumbling!
I am not sure why Mitch resisted hearing aids. Those closest to him have encouraged Mitch to consider purchasing this much needed support. A typical conversation between Mitch and me would go something like this: “Mitch, did you hear what is going on in Erie County today?” Followed by, “Mitch, did you hear me?” Mitch’sContinue reading “Why Mitch’s New Hearing Aids Cured My Mumbling!”
Opening the Doors To Another Phase…..
I recently saw a TikTok video (see below) that cracked me up. It started 8 weeks ago and showed a woman sterilizing all her groceries as she wore a mask, gloves, and goggles (a bit reminiscent of me). The video moved to 2 weeks ago where she was lightly dusting the tops of each groceryContinue reading “Opening the Doors To Another Phase…..”
Finally Seeing Our Daughter Jessica After 54 Days Apart
Today was our first-time seeing Jessica after 54 days–I was not sure how this was going to play out. Jess enjoys facetiming with us, but I was concerned that she would not understand why we were unable to touch her even though we were visibly in front of her. My husband, Mitch, insisted that weContinue reading “Finally Seeing Our Daughter Jessica After 54 Days Apart”
My First Mother’s Day Without a Mom
My Mom passed away on February 6, 2020 before we “knew” about the impending Pandemic. We were able to say Good-bye to Mom in a traditional way, surrounded by friends and family in comparison to how people are mourning during social distancing. This is my first Mother’s Day without a Mom. Mom was honest, generous,Continue reading “My First Mother’s Day Without a Mom”
I ‘m Not Really a Control Freak BUT Can I Show You How to Do That My Way?
As the meme says, as long as everyone does it my way, I’m totally flexible… Mitch brought in a sub the other day and I said, “WHAT ARE YOU DOING WITH THAT SUB? YOU ARE HOLDING IT NEXT TO YOUR PHONE WHICH IS GOING NEXT TO YOUR FACE AND NOW YOU JUST PUT THE DIRTYContinue reading “I ‘m Not Really a Control Freak BUT Can I Show You How to Do That My Way?”
FACE-TIMING with JESSICA a Magical Moment
Coronavirus has changed all our lives in so many ways. One of the saddest changes is the absence of seeing and hugging family. But through sadness, in our situation, we found some illumination and a bright light that brought a smile to my husband Mitch and myself. Our eldest daughter, Jessica ( age 38), isContinue reading “FACE-TIMING with JESSICA a Magical Moment”
Connecting with Others: Our Daughter Jessica Started My Path to Writing and Receiving
Our eldest daughter, Jessica, has a rare chromosome abnormality, uses a wheelchair, and needs total assistance with all daily life skills. Jess was born in 1982 and within the year we knew that there were many developmental issues. Jess just turned 38 years old and is a joy to all who know her and loveContinue reading “Connecting with Others: Our Daughter Jessica Started My Path to Writing and Receiving”
Have you Looked at Your Hands Recently?
Back in 70’s when Mitch and I started dating, he drew a picture of me. His photo was pretty good, I was impressed. The details were there, hair and face looked familiar and perspective was good. BUT, then I looked down at the hands and he drew reptiles! Yes, I still married him four yearsContinue reading “Have you Looked at Your Hands Recently?”