Saturday, February 28, 2009

Snow and Hot Chocolate





































Although it would have been nice to have had all this snowfall on a weekday so we could burn some of those unused snow days we have, I am glad Jason and I could enjoy the snow today with the kids. (And I got out of a 13 mile run this morning) So, here are a few pictures! :) We really wanted to make a snow man, but unfortunately, the snow isn't the snowman building type. Bummer. Maybe next year...for I am done with winter and ready for some warmth and green to return..for good.

Two milestones to celebrate!

#1: Nick is not only a big boy for sleeping successfully in his toddler bed, but for two weeks now, he's be BINKY FREE!!! We went COLD TURKEY and it worked! YEAH!!!!

#2: Kate woke up and decided last Sunday it was finally time to start WALKING!!! Here's a short clip (may have to turn your head, or your monitor sideways for this one...sorry!)


Why so quiet? Winters gifts...






Let's see...most likely a by-product of being a teacher and surrounded by very germy students who love to get right in your face and tell you just how sick they've been lately. I believe I infected our entire family! I was diagnosed with bronchitis and a sinus infection on Monday. I had been sick for almost a week before I finally got in to see a doctor. The first time in five years (non O.B. related of course), Jason was showing symptoms of the same a few days after me. I took the kids (Nick and Kate) for their well-baby checks to find out they they BOTH had ear infections. Kate has developed some wheeziness and coughing and soon Jonathan succombed with the fever and cough. So...we are alive and are on the mend and although we enjoyed the snow today, we are all ready for Spring!






Kate weighed in at 22 lbs (50th% height/50th% weights), and Nick, just a bit ahead at 23.5lbs (25th% for height and >5th% for weight). Dr. Lively was not concerned at all with Nick as he has continued to move along the growth chart at the same pace he's always been since he was born...just destined to be a little guy...but we are convinced he'll surprise us all one day.



Nick was not a happy boy at the Doctors office. There was no dignity in being in just a diaper...so he insisted he keep his coat on.
Kate had MULTIPLE shots...even more than usual due to her being to sick during her last check to have them all. Poor baby.

Kate had her follow-up with Dr. Gatti (Ped. Urologist) a couple of weeks ago. She had a sonogram and it did show that she still has dilation in her right kidney (to be expected) She has her final (we hope) procedure scheduled for Tuesday at Children's Mercy in Same Day Surgery. She will have her stint removed and will have to be put under again for it at 7am. We are not sure it will go as planned due to her latest illness....but are certainly ready to get this ALL behind us. She will have to have another VCUG done again soon just to reevaluate if there is any residual reflux into the kidney.

Monday, February 16, 2009

Will you be mine?

Our Valentine's Day was spent in Clinton. A last minute getaway and opportunity to get out without the kids Saturday (thanks mom & dad!). Our 18th Valentine's day was a walk down memory lane...a trip to El Sambre (where we had our first date) and a movie. Often when we go out together (just Jason and I...which actually isn't often), we find ourselves having little to talk about other than our three kids. This time, we reminisced about where we were sitting at the restaurant the first time. Jason remembers what I wore and what I ordered as well as what he gave me the first Valentine's day we spent (A big heart balloon with a face and accordion arms and legs). It's amazing how quickly 18 years can fly by and amazing where life has taken us.

Jason the romantic, took me for a cruise around the square 3 times...in our MINIVAN before our movie. We're cool.
Flowers from my dad...since the 1st grade, he has NEVER forgotten to give flowers to his daughters. It always means so much and I hope that Jason does the same for Kate someday.
Cards for Nick and Kate from Gaga....very cute!

All of Jonathan's Valentines. I don't know how many times I've had to read the names on the cards as he was so excited.

Wednesday, February 11, 2009

Random...but super cute!


A few photos and videos from the last month I've neglected to post!
Big blue eyes and dimples to boot! He's a heartbreaker for sure!




A little playtime...at this moment Kate is actually leaving her brothers alone. Not common.


I'm not really sure what Jonathan is doing here...I assure you he was not using the fireplace as a potty. He claimed his bottom was scratchy. Somehow, that made it feel better?


Silly boy was a bit overstimulated...ya think?


I'm not sure what to even write under this one. He's three.



Pigtails! Okay, okay...so there's not really that much hair AND Jason always said, "NO SPIKES"...but I couldn't resist.


My favorite angle of this little chubby little spastic gal!







Sunday, February 1, 2009

Nick's a big boy!


Nick has been in a toddler bed for one week now! A flawless transition with no drama whatsoever. He LOVES his little toddler bed (thanks Meme and Papa) and goes right to bed after we read books. Even in the morning, he waits patiently in bed for Jason to come in and get him up and dressed. Next transition, the binky. Ugh...we've waited too long...

Go Fly a Kite









Winter stinks...from the bitter cold, to the constant illness. Saturday was a taste of spring and a fabulous day to release some major cabin fever. We spent before naps and after naps OUTSIDE with NO COATS! On the last day of January to boot. We could use a few more days like this...