Archive for October, 2007

What is DIC (Disseminated Intravascular Coagulopathy) at birth?

I got curious when I learned one of my sturdents had DIC. When I asked my OB friend what it ment. She said DIC means disseminated intravascular coagulation. That means that the mother’s situation is critical and is bleeding internally.
Later when I asked my student what had happened, I learned that after she gave birth […]

Todays Daily Bread

Many of God’s gifts are in the form of opportunities that we must recognize and then act upon. Lord, I will never say that You don’t answer my prayers, but I will pray that I will recognize Your answers.

An Epidural Birth can be just as gratifying to a mom

I woke up 4:30am to find a message in my cellular phone. It is time for me to go to the hospital! One of my student’s, let’s call her by the name of Doris, who had asked me earlier to be her doula, that’s a birth coach, had admitted herself in Medical City. I called […]

Quite Time with the Lord

Quiet time with the Lord is so very important. It is a time when one can read His word, the bible, and get to know Him better, what He wants from us and how we fit in His perfect will. It is a time of prayer and reflection, confession and in strenghtening ones self for […]

Chiqui’s Birthday 2007

Could you imagine, I am now in my golden years?! I think that’s exciting! I don’t feel old only more mature and experienced. They say 50 is the new 30! That’s how I feel! In a few years I will be in my senior years! That’s something to look forward to, free movie shows in […]

Today’s Daily Inspiration

You have the choice to do or not to do and realizing this allows you to accomplish more than you thought possible. Lord, help me make wise decisions with my time and not allow the pressures of life to drain my effectiveness.

Breastfeeding Has It’s Advantages

Did you know that breastfeeding cuts the percentage of women getting breast cancer? It’s true! Many studies have come out regarding that. Women who have their babies much later in life ought to breastfeed to reduce the chances of breast CA. Studies have shown that women who have many kids also have less chances of […]

Ralph’s Birthday Video 2002

Dearest Ralph,
It was great that you got to see this video presentation that Rej put together for you on your 52nd birthday. We love you and we miss you!
Love,
Chiqui
http://fieldsofgold.multiply.com/video/item/1/Happy_Birthday_Daddy

Chiqui’s Birthday Video 2007

Dear Friends,
Here is my daughter’s gift to me on my 50th golden birthday, a video presentation! Most of you sow the presentation. I thought I’d post it in here for you to see again and for those of you who missed my birthday celebration. I hope you enjoy it as much as I was touched […]

Today’s Daily Inspiration

Do not be discouraged if it seems that there is no response to your prayers at this time. God always responds. Lord, Your wisdom always responds to my needs with unceasing peace and love and when I listen and give thanks I am blessed with results that bring goodness to me in better ways than […]