May has been struggling off and on with exercise induced shortness of breath. We have had multiple doctor appointments over several months and have been treating as if it were asthma to see how it helped. So far, indications were that it "might" be asthma, but everything seemed to fall on the border, in the gray area.
Today May took a methacholine challenge, essentially a test where they try to drug induce an asthma attack. She passed beautifully - not even on the border - NO ASTHMA! Yeah!
Tuesday, January 11, 2011
Sunday, January 9, 2011
Nine Months
BB had his nine month checkup. He is 30 1/2" and 21 lbs 12 oz. He barely fits in his infant seat carrier anymore! Doctor said he is doing great. No shots this round, either.
Bath time is the most favorite part of the day for BB. He has graduated from the kitchen sink to the laundry room sink, where he fits perfectly (saves Mom's knees too). Even May will supervise bath time sometimes, so BB gets his fill of the water. He cries almost every time we take him out, no matter how long he has been in. He loves the water!
BB is amazing! He is very alert, and doesn't want to miss a thing. The only down side of this is that he is starting to have trouble settling down for naps. He works hard to keep himself awake and part of the action.
It is incredible how well BB fits into our family. He is such a blessing, and we all love him so much. It will be a great day when his adoption is final!
Bath time is the most favorite part of the day for BB. He has graduated from the kitchen sink to the laundry room sink, where he fits perfectly (saves Mom's knees too). Even May will supervise bath time sometimes, so BB gets his fill of the water. He cries almost every time we take him out, no matter how long he has been in. He loves the water!
BB is amazing! He is very alert, and doesn't want to miss a thing. The only down side of this is that he is starting to have trouble settling down for naps. He works hard to keep himself awake and part of the action.
It is incredible how well BB fits into our family. He is such a blessing, and we all love him so much. It will be a great day when his adoption is final!
Saturday, January 8, 2011
Loving the Legos
Buddy received two Lego book sets from Grandma and Grandpa for Christmas.
He meticulously follows the picture directions to build each piece just right!
Way to go, Buddy!
Thursday, January 6, 2011
He's the Father
Test results came back. Lil Sis has the same dad as Sweets. Let the good times roll...NOT. It is going to be interesting to see what CPS does this time around, three and a half years after placing one child with this man, as they try to reunify a second child with someone who can't take care of the first one on his own. Mom is not really in the picture. She has done nothing that has been asked of her and has not even visited her daughter (except by seeing her at a funeral) since Lil Sis was removed from her in September.
First Steps!!!
BB took his first steps without holding one of us!
(sorry video is so dark)
He did fall backward the first few times
(the push toy is not weighted)
but he got the hang of it within minutes of introducing the toy.
Now he'll never be interested in crawling.
Monday, January 3, 2011
Back to Work
Literally! Today was my first day back to work since before Christmas. It was wonderful to have the time off to be with the kids, catch up on sleep, and de-stress. Unfortunately, I didn't get nearly as much done around the house as I had hoped, but I'm okay with that.
Tonight I took Sweets back to her dad's, as tomorrow is her first day back to school. Bad news: his cell phone is not working and he can't pay for it until Friday. Good news: they now have a queen size box spring AND mattress to sleep on, instead of the floor or only a twin box spring!
Tonight I took Sweets back to her dad's, as tomorrow is her first day back to school. Bad news: his cell phone is not working and he can't pay for it until Friday. Good news: they now have a queen size box spring AND mattress to sleep on, instead of the floor or only a twin box spring!
Saturday, January 1, 2011
Happy New Year
I feel so blessed as I look back over the last year. 2010 was really a good year!
May improved her reading dramatically and has thrived at her new school. Sweets was able to spend most of the summer with us and joined the Children's Chorus with May. Buddy is a very charming young man (everywhere but at home where he is still struggling with behavior). AND...BB is the most wonderful addition to our family.
I completed another 15 credits toward my law degree; switching to part-time status at law school was the best decision. My job is going great; the work is fun, interesting, and very worthwhile. Miss M has been marvelous helping in every way possible. We are so lucky to have her.
We had a great family vacation with my parents in Branson this summer. They really fell in love with BB and had fun with the other kids too. I am so thankful that they are healthy and can enjoy their grandchildren!
In 2011, I look forward to many more good things! First and foremost will be finalization of BB's adoption. I still find it hard to believe that he really gets to stay. God has truly blessed us!
I hope and pray Sweets might actually get to live with us again (it is all her dad's decision). It would be so good for her (this going back and forth is very difficult, especially on her). I also hope that we can get to closure in the case of Lil Sis (paternity test results should be known in January). She needs a stable home, ideally before she starts kindergarten in the fall.
We also have a fun family reunion planned in July. I hope I can take the kids on at least one other fun trip as well.
Tonight is a peaceful night with all four children happily playing (yes, really, at least for a few minutes) and me enjoying one more day off before going back to work. It's a great way to start the new year!
May improved her reading dramatically and has thrived at her new school. Sweets was able to spend most of the summer with us and joined the Children's Chorus with May. Buddy is a very charming young man (everywhere but at home where he is still struggling with behavior). AND...BB is the most wonderful addition to our family.
I completed another 15 credits toward my law degree; switching to part-time status at law school was the best decision. My job is going great; the work is fun, interesting, and very worthwhile. Miss M has been marvelous helping in every way possible. We are so lucky to have her.
We had a great family vacation with my parents in Branson this summer. They really fell in love with BB and had fun with the other kids too. I am so thankful that they are healthy and can enjoy their grandchildren!
In 2011, I look forward to many more good things! First and foremost will be finalization of BB's adoption. I still find it hard to believe that he really gets to stay. God has truly blessed us!
I hope and pray Sweets might actually get to live with us again (it is all her dad's decision). It would be so good for her (this going back and forth is very difficult, especially on her). I also hope that we can get to closure in the case of Lil Sis (paternity test results should be known in January). She needs a stable home, ideally before she starts kindergarten in the fall.
We also have a fun family reunion planned in July. I hope I can take the kids on at least one other fun trip as well.
Tonight is a peaceful night with all four children happily playing (yes, really, at least for a few minutes) and me enjoying one more day off before going back to work. It's a great way to start the new year!
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