Crawling Everywhere

Izzy is doing much, much better. She didn't wake up with the rattling sound in her lungs this morning, her nose isn't running, and she is not coughing!!! It appears that her bronchitis is leaving. So, hopefully, on Monday we can tell the surgeons' office she is well.

With one week to go before her surgery, Izzy is officially crawling as her mode of transportation. She has been doing it randomly all week, but as of yesterday I think her brain finally realized what she was doing. We have it on video, but until Dale can convert from high-def, we won't be posting it here. Too big! My goal was to have to her crawling before surgery. My hopes were that if she knew how to do it before, she would be quicker to do it after. We'll see if I am correct.

She has also really started to enjoy books. We've read to her all along like we did with Phin, but she was not as interested in the books. Now, she loves them and looks at them on her own. They are not just chew toys any more. It is really great to see that interest spark. While we spend a great percentage of our time reading the same books over and over again, it is so worth it because I know we will have two kids who love to read.

Off to build towers for Izzy to knock over. Have a great weekend.
Mel

PS
I'm adding new photos to the gallery.

Daddy and Izzy. April 1, 2009.

8 Message(s)

Posted Apr 9, 2009 8:30am

by Renee McConahy

Melonie,
I just finally signed onto this site. Wow what a wonderful way to keep us all in touch. Yeah! Crawling is way cool!! And looking at the books is way cooler!! I will keep you all in my prayers for good health and successful surgery. Thank you for sharing. Happy Easter!
Love,
Renee aka Mrs. Mac

Posted Apr 6, 2009 7:32am

by Nicole Nauer

That rocks. I am glad to hear Izzy Is better, and I will continue to keep you all in my prayers. Have a great day.

Posted Apr 5, 2009 7:51pm

by Terri Gonzalez

Happy times!!!! Congrats =)

Posted Apr 5, 2009 2:01am

by Annie Mejia

awesome to hear of great things happening. A+ for izzy! you go girl!

Posted Apr 4, 2009 6:06pm

by susan wit

Congratulations on having a crawler! I can't wait to see her show off at school. Glad her health is better. you will remain in my thoughts. susan wit

Posted Apr 4, 2009 1:05pm

by Char Mazeppa

Hi Mel, It's so good to hear the McKenzie is feeling better and crawling!! Hooray!!! She will continue to amaze you....truly. Keep reading, I have pictures of Andrea and of Rachel when they were infants, next to Uncle John in a chair, and he was reading to them...constantly. It's a wonderful thing to teach....smiles here remembering :o)
Love to you all...hugs to McKenzie and lots of prayers floating up to heaven for next week's HUGE SUCCESS!! God Bless...
Love, Aunt Char xoxoxoxoxo

Posted Apr 4, 2009 10:22am

by Janeen Greathouse

glad to hear she's doing so well. sounds like all is well with her, yeah!!!

Posted Apr 4, 2009 10:04am

by Tamara Recker

Thats great news. Lots of positive thoughts and prayers for Izzy and your family. Enjoy your weekend!