Izzy still has the remants of her cold, but she is doing well.
This whole eating on her own thing has done wonders for her weight
(at least I assume as much since we don't have a baby scale). She
eats so much more at a sitting when she feeds herself. It also lets
us get more things done, which is very convenient.
McKenzie was able to go back to physical therapy Tuesday, just in time for the last class of the year. The physical and occupational therapists were so proud of her and once again said she earned most improved player award. They couldn't believe that she was stronger than her last visit considering she was sick for so long. McKenzie IS much stronger. She can sit up on her own for extended periods of time. She is just starting to build the muscles that will help her get to the sitting position on her own and protect herself from a fall. She rolls from either side and chooses to sleep on her side these days. Unfortunately, she gets caught in the bars of her bed by doing that and we get screamed at multiple times a night to rescue her or right now, while I'm writing this and she is napping. She must have sensed what I was writing. Izzy loves her exersaucer and bounces and bounces. I think she would love to stand, but she is nowhere near standing or crawling.
Phin is doing really well and is as excited as he can be about Christmas since he doesn't remember it at all. I tried to explain to him that Christmas was a holidy, that we spend time with family and friends, and even told him about gifts. The only thing he got out of it was cake. As soon as I said Christmas was a holiday, he said "cake"? I asked him what we should put under the tree and he told me "cake". Then I asked what we should get Daddy for Christmas and once again, the answer was "cake". Now, I think he has had cake 5, maybe 10 times in his life (at least in front of me). Apparently, that is enough to make an impression. So, you should all be happy to know that Christmas is all about cake.
Due to the blizzard outside, we are all home today. Dale is mainly taking care of the kids while I work, but it is nice to not have to go out. Phin played in the snow for the first time ever today. He likes walking in his boots, but the snow was up to his thighs and after a few steps, he just stood there until Dale picked him back up. Our neighbor was nice enough to give us his sled. His kids are adults now and they have no need for it, so he thought Phin would like it. After Dale started to shovel, Phin loved it because he could finally walk. I have some good pics. It is too bad that you can no longer tell that Dale shoveled!
It is so nice to give an update that is all good (even if it is
really, really long). We hope the good news lasts at least until
the new year. If we don't see you, we wish you all the best and the
happiest of new years! Hopefully, everyone gets the familytime they
need. I know I am looking forward to it. I can't wait to hug my
nephews, sister, and brother-in-law, to celebrate the holidays with
family, and see Xavier turn 3! Oh yeah, and I'm excited about the
cake.
Mel
McKenzie was able to go back to physical therapy Tuesday, just in time for the last class of the year. The physical and occupational therapists were so proud of her and once again said she earned most improved player award. They couldn't believe that she was stronger than her last visit considering she was sick for so long. McKenzie IS much stronger. She can sit up on her own for extended periods of time. She is just starting to build the muscles that will help her get to the sitting position on her own and protect herself from a fall. She rolls from either side and chooses to sleep on her side these days. Unfortunately, she gets caught in the bars of her bed by doing that and we get screamed at multiple times a night to rescue her or right now, while I'm writing this and she is napping. She must have sensed what I was writing. Izzy loves her exersaucer and bounces and bounces. I think she would love to stand, but she is nowhere near standing or crawling.
Phin is doing really well and is as excited as he can be about Christmas since he doesn't remember it at all. I tried to explain to him that Christmas was a holidy, that we spend time with family and friends, and even told him about gifts. The only thing he got out of it was cake. As soon as I said Christmas was a holiday, he said "cake"? I asked him what we should put under the tree and he told me "cake". Then I asked what we should get Daddy for Christmas and once again, the answer was "cake". Now, I think he has had cake 5, maybe 10 times in his life (at least in front of me). Apparently, that is enough to make an impression. So, you should all be happy to know that Christmas is all about cake.
Due to the blizzard outside, we are all home today. Dale is mainly taking care of the kids while I work, but it is nice to not have to go out. Phin played in the snow for the first time ever today. He likes walking in his boots, but the snow was up to his thighs and after a few steps, he just stood there until Dale picked him back up. Our neighbor was nice enough to give us his sled. His kids are adults now and they have no need for it, so he thought Phin would like it. After Dale started to shovel, Phin loved it because he could finally walk. I have some good pics. It is too bad that you can no longer tell that Dale shoveled!
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| Snow Day! December 19, 2008. |
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| My dad said I had to post this picture for my aunts. He thinks Izzy is trying to be like Great Grandma Graessle here. |
Mel
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