What does THAT mean?

We haven't had our follow-up appointment with the Audiologist yet, but I have been trying to educated myself on Aggie's situation via a book and the internet. I found this cool "hearing loss simulator" it is very helpful in understanding her hearing capabilities. So just incase you were wondering what "mild or moderate" hearing loss meant, this may answer your question pretty well. Check it out!

Ears

My glass is half full...........No, wait "my cup overflows".

Little girl had her sedated hearing test this morning. She had her last meal at 2am, I awoke at 445am to get ready and head to Pensacola(an hour drive) to check in at 630am for our 800am procedure. Considering everything it all went well. I could tell we were lifted up in prayer and the Lord showered us with His peace. We waited in Pre-Op for the hour and a half, Aggie slept for most of that time, even though her belly was empty, praises to God! She fussed for about the last 15 min., but in her defense the Dr. was late, so had he been punctual it would have been only 5. Still not bad all things considered. She was away from me for about 3 hrs. I brought my bible study book, a blanket to crochet on, and a movie on the portable dvd player. It was really a nice little break for me to enjoy some time alone, well as alone as one can be in a waiting room. Mike stayed with the other Schloss babies.

The results of the test were this; Aggie has "moderate hearing loss" in her right ear. We kind-of knew that, except they used the word "severe" last time. Her left ear has "mild hearing loss". She has a follow-up appointment in a couple of weeks. We will discuss hearing aid options at that time. They are thinking that she will probably only need one for her right ear, since the left ear is mild. I am really greatful for this experience. I am so thankful that she does not have a chronic issue requiring extended hospitalization, for the testing, for the wisdom the Lord has given doctors, and for the treatment options available to us. God it good! I am super thankful for the nap I think I'm about to get. :)

Do it! I dare you!

No...........I double dog dare you!

A couple of years ago I started trying my luck at yeast breads, at a very slow rate. Given my culinary experience(except for confections) this was a "giant leap" for me in the kitchen. I would still consider myself an amateur, but I have enough bravery now to give any loaf a try. Sooo..... we of course love the rosemary bread at the Macaroni grill, my man especially digs it since rosemary is one of his favorite spices right under garlic, and tasty cooked dough is up there on the yummy list also. So I was aiming to please, or bless the love of my life with this one and the Lord was pleased, and manna rained down from heaven. Check out the recipe here, it's super easy and really tasty, especially dipped in olive oil with pepper. NO PRESSURE. YOU'VE GOT TO TRY IT!!

Neurology

Well we got to have our long awaited neurology appointment yesterday. Aggie stole the hearts of all she encountered with her warm smile. Additionally they got a glimpse of her personality as she would complain when she didn't like what they were doing and affirm them if she did. She has for sure been my most strongly opinionated child at such a young age. The general conclusion of the Doctor was this: He said his "gut feeling is that she is fine", her size is small (weighting in at 12lb4oz at 7 months of age), her muscle tone is low. Meaning Aggie is basically a little shrimp with a lot to say. It's hard to be strong when your so petite. He also confirmed that developmentally, she is meeting milestones either at the end of the average age range or a month or two late, but since she's being consistent at this and "setting her own curve" and staying on it, that is good. The same is still true of her weight. Aggie will have to have an MRI under sedation and some labs done in the near future, "just to be sure". We have to wait for insurance to approve it and for them to schedule the testing. She will have her hearing test done this Thursday under sedation, please pray for that to go well.

Choices

By saying "yes" to something.................

I've had so much fun making these applique shirts. I started by making the necktie onesies for friends expecting baby boys, then I wanted to find something equally as cute for baby girls. I found the picture for this flower applique online, and tried to replicate it. It was a bit challenging. Sewing in a circle proves to be harder than it looks. But over all I was pleased with the out come. I made some for my kids, some for my sweet friends children and a couple baby gifts with some blankets I also made. What fun!

You say "no" to something else.

I just put this on here because I didn't want anyone to think, "how does she do it?". Though most of you know the answer. As you can see,.......... I just don't. I make a temporary change in priorities, and pick up the slack on another day. I would hate for someone to think more of me than they ought.

These are my little models in their coordinating shirts! The Lord is so kind to me!

Our little Rae

One thing we love about Aggie Rae is how she smiles with her whole body. Here you can just see her face, but if you saw the rest of her, it would scream smile!!!

She truly is beautiful!

She's particularly excited to report that she has officially out-grown her size one diapers and is a big girl now, sporting size two for nearly 2 weeks!

She is also newly trying her luck with the exersaucer. I was pleasantly surprised that she is much better at exersaucing than I had anticipated she would be. If I can just keep Hosea from overwhelming her while she is in it I think she'd really like it.

See how she grows!

My sweet oldest girl has her first loose tooth! It is a bit early for the average age, but she got her teeth earlier than average, so it's not to shocking. But on the other hand, it is totally shocking since not that long ago we were celebrating her first tooth. Life truly is a vapor.