On Medical side of things.

Q. What are the plans for developing novel H1N1 vaccine?

A. Vaccines are the most powerful public health tool for control of
influenza, and the U.S. government is working closely with manufacturers
to take steps in the process to manufacture a novel H1N1 vaccine.
Working together with scientists in the public and private sector, CDC
has isolated the new H1N1 virus and modified the virus so that it can be
used to make hundreds of millions of doses of vaccine. Vaccine
manufacturers are now using these materials to begin vaccine production.
Making vaccine is a multi-step process which takes several months to
complete. Candidate vaccines will be tested in clinical trials over the
few months.

Q. When is it expected that the novel H1N1 vaccine will be available?

A. The novel H1N1 vaccine is expected to be available in the fall. More
specific dates cannot be provided at this time as vaccine availability
depends on several factors including manufacturing time and time needed
to conduct clinical trials



Q. Will the seasonal flu vaccine also protect against the novel H1N1
flu?

A. The seasonal flu vaccine is not expected to protect against the novel
H1N1 flu.

Q. Can the seasonal vaccine and the novel H1N1 vaccine be given at the
same time?

A. Clinical trial results will be necessary to confirm that novel H1N1
and seasonal vaccine will be safe and effective if given at the same
time. We expect the seasonal vaccine to be available earlier than the
H1N1 vaccine. The usual seasonal influenza viruses are still expected to
cause illness this fall and winter. Individuals are encouraged to get
their seasonal flu vaccine as soon as it is available.

Q. Who will be recommended as priority groups to receive the novel H1N1
vaccine?

A. Based on what we're currently seeing with respect to the virus and
epidemiologic data, states, communities, and health care providers
should begin planning strategies for how they will vaccinate younger
people (children and younger adults), pregnant women, healthcare
personnel, and people who have underlying health conditions. The
Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) and other federal
advisory bodies will continue to monitor the virus and review
epidemiologic data over the summer. We'll be looking to the ACIP and
other stakeholders, as well as the public, as we move forward in our
planning. It is possible that vaccine priority groups will differ from
earlier guidance as more data becomes available however it's very
important for planning to continue based on information currently
available.

Q. Where will the vaccine be available?


A. Every state is developing a vaccine delivery plan. Vaccine will be
available in a combination of settings such as vaccination clinics
organized by local health departments, healthcare provider offices,
schools, and other private settings, such as pharmacies and workplaces.

Q. Are there other ways to prevent the spread of illness?

A. Take everyday actions to stay healthy.

* Cover your nose and mouth with a tissue when you cough or
sneeze. Throw the tissue in the trash after you use it.
* Wash your hands often with soap and water, especially after you
cough or sneeze. Alcohol-based hands cleaners are also effective.
* Avoid touching your eyes, nose or mouth. Germs spread that way.
* Stay home if you get sick. CDC recommends that you stay home
from work or school and limit contact with others to keep from infecting
them.



Follow public health advice regarding school closures, avoiding crowds
and other social distancing measures. These measures will continue to be
important after a novel H1N1 vaccine is available because they can
prevent the spread of other viruses that cause respiratory infections.

Q. What about the use of antivirals to treat novel H1N1 infection?

A. Antiviral drugs are prescription medicines (pills, liquid or an
inhaled powder) that fight against the flu by keeping flu viruses from
reproducing in your body. If you get sick, antiviral drugs can make your
illness milder and make you feel better faster. They may also prevent
serious flu complications. This fall, antivirals may be prioritized for
persons with severe illness or those at higher risk for flu
complications.

On a sad note..

I found out today that a friend from Japan passed away on the 6th of this month. She leaves behind 2 girls 13 and 4 years old. She had been ill for quite some time but this still has hit me.. Please pray for husband as well. He is/was in the Navy. I'll find out more information (hopefully) this evening. They disconnected the machines at 1:26am....

The apple of his eye.

Yesterday we had yet another dinner date with a civilian contractor, who once was a Officer of the Army. We got there pretty late. My husband was offered a civilian job starting at a G12 step 6. I really can't explain that to most of you as it is sort of confusing. Let's just say we'd be well off and could make Milton our home. BUTTT I don't think the Lord wants us to settle yet. As good as the money sounds and how much we really need the money, we quickly answered no. I'd assume the Lord gave us the words to turn it down.

Plus, I like the what the military offers. We both do. We enjoy the fact that we now move every 2.5 years, the steady pay checks (even if we only make it payday to payday), the community, people from very different backgrounds, the experience my husband gets, and the fact that Mike LOVES his job.

I also know that there are negatives. I could very well lose to my husband to war. At the same time, I got a feeling that he has recently accepted Christ as his personal savior. So I feel confident knowing that if I lost him; I would soon see him again.

For some reason listening to them talk last night made me think about my dad. My dad also served (for the Army). I was thinking about Mike, then my dad, then Mike. I kept doing this through out the night. When we left I wanted to cry. I began to truly miss my dad to the point where it felt like I had just lost him. I was worried, hurting, stressed, mourning, and even more. I silently sat there with tears ever so slightly rolling down my cheeks. By the way, I even woke up with a heavy heart.

Was this how I was to be the rest of day. NO WAY! I knew I needed to hand it to God. This was my troubles and I need to give it up. I know that God doesn't want us to worry, nor does he want us to feel heavy in our hearts. I got online and low and behold was my answer. I started to read a short story about a homeschooled girl and there it was.

Philippians 4:13
"I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me"

Verses 6-18 talk about worry, anxiety, stress. All that I felt last night and a tad bit this am.

It happened. God was watching over me and he knew that my devotion to him would overcome the worry that came on. I have now left it at the "alter". This is in Gods hands and only he knows what will happen to us and where and when will we go.

Isn't it amazing that God looks to us in such a way. He took me in his hands and relieved of my worries. I'm his child. Like any daughter to her father, I'm the apple in his eye...

Clean house and baked cookies!

And the least that I can do....If give my life to you.. Thank you Jesus!!

My kids come home tomorrow. I'm stoked! I pray that they arrive safe and sound. Mom is ready to see her babies! My house is clean and still no dirty socks. They will have cookies upon their arrival and Mikey will get some tacos and sis will have some homemade tortillas.

I'm hoping they took an enormous amount of pictures.

Please pray for all the kids to get home safe. My kids are coming home!!!!

Blessed be the rock!

As some have asked; yes the kids have gone to camp. Today is their third day. As most know I'm suffering (ever so slightly) from separation anxiety in a funny way of course. They will be back on Friday and I can't wait for the stories they'll have to share. The Lord is working in thier hearts right now and I thank God that they were given such a opportunity as this one.

I can't remember us ever having a chance to do something like this some 20 years ago. Give or take a few years..lol! As much as I'm missing them (I'm sure they haven't had time to think about us) I know they are being blessed in more ways then I can imagine.

It's amazing what you can do when 3/4 of your children aren't home. I've cleaned over and over again. My third day of not even a dirty sock. I've had time to pray out loud, silently, and with others. I've read the bible more then I ever had since going to church (over 30 years). Sierra has learned to read more. Yes, all this makes me happy, but it would make me even happier knowing that my kids were here to disrupt my time.

Funny as it seems, all the kids that usually come over have been stuck in their homes. Lucky parents!

Next week Sis and Mikey will be headed to Branded by Fire. Again, another first for me and them of course. You must Google it. It is truly an event worth going to for young teens and pre-teens. I am so proud of my kids right now. God is good; isn't he?

Lord, if ever there was a time, please fill me with patience and love and with a sealed mouth.
I pray this because at some point last evening (while sleeping) my mother called. I called her back this morning not knowing who I was calling. I didn't recognize her voice because I woke her up. The first thing I asked for was for my nieces and nephews. I miss them so much. I'm not sure if my mom called to see how we're doing or to perhaps "argue". I'm okay with her calling. I just need to act christian like. I know I'm not perfect and am only human, but I also know that one slip of tongue would give her a reason to come at me.

This is the time to practice, "Love as Jesus loves us".

Anyway, I have found myself having a heavy heart for a young lady who recently lost her mom. I ask that you keep her in your prayers. "Young lady" is determined to get through her loss by living in the word of God. I am proud of her as I, myself, was never truly strong enough to get past my dads passing until I lost what I once had. She knows her mom is singing Hallelujah. I do intend to be there for her for as long as she needs me.

Boy I miss my dad, but I too know that one day I will see him again. And when it's my time to leave this world I want my children to know that they will not have to worry but give praises in his name that I will live an eternal life. Jesus died for us to forgive us of our sins. He was that loving! He is that loving! In return I will sing praises in his mighty name and can't wait to see him when he calls for his daughter.

Anyway, I miss my kids....

My answers..

I did get my answers last night. I prayed like a friend mentioned, I pondered, I talked to my aunt, and finally the answer came to me through a kind voice. I won't share for now because I do need to get ready to go to church but I do have a couple of of scriptures I'd like to share.

Jeremiah 33:3

'Call to me, and i will answer you, and show you great and mighty things, which you do not know.'

Psalms 51:12

Restore to me the joy of your salvation, and uphold me by your generous Spirit.

What's your answer?

Such a question was brought to me just now. I'm sitting here looking for an answer. Maybe I already know what it is, but really I feel so clueless. Help me a little.

"Is there a chance that God is using stress to get your attention?