Eyes

We saw the pediatric opthamologist today. Aggie had some pigmentation on the back of her right eye that needed further investigation from a couple months ago. The conclusion is this; she has some "hyperpigmentation" commonly known as "bear tracks" which presently appear to be benign. She is slightly far-sided, but not enough to need glasses. Her lacrimal ducts are clogged, which we knew, however this Doctor is recommending that they be probed to clear them. Which would be another sedated procedure. With two on the books already, I'm not feeling too eager about this. On a positive note; this was Aggies 3rd eye exam and by far the best she's tolerated it. Praise God for hearing my prayers and answering!

For now

Well, this week has been a little different. My parents are here visiting, they made the trip to help out for the surgery that was a no go, so we still got to enjoy some time with them. We've kept busy with soccer, the kids had their first game today. Hosea basically runs in circles the whole time and Shiloh skips and dances across the field. Neither one show much interest in actually making contact with the ball and would prefer to get out of the way of the herd that surrounds it:) They seem to be having fun, getting exercise and enjoying time with other children so we will continue.

Next week the kids and I are headed to Missouri to stay a week with my brother and his family. I'm looking forward to some time away.

Surgery Rescheduled

We found out today that Aggies surgery has been rescheduled (Oct. 12). She had some pre-op labs drawn Friday and they indicate an infection, which is probably from an ear infection that was treated last monday. The surgeon did not feel comfortable proceeding with her WBC count being high. Her pediatrician saw her today, and says she looks good, but is putting her on a preventative antibiotics for 2 months until both surgeries are done (tummy and ears). I am struggling with frustration and accepting the Lord's sovereignty over this. I really wanted to get it over with! But I know that He is in control, I wish my initial feelings and thoughts reflected this truth.

Packin' it on!

Aggie gained some weight! She is tipping the scales at 16lb. 11oz.

(Here she is being big)

Sentences worth documenting

A couple weeks ago Shiloh and Hosea were outside hunting down a lizard we saw on the back window. They found him and managed to scare him up the side of the house near the roof. I'm watching out the window, a short dialog took place between them and they both sprinted in the back door straight to Mike and I. A winded Hosea says, " We had to hurry up and run inside before the lizard jumped on our head, ate all our hair, and gave us a haircut like daddy."

Today I packed a picnic to go to the park, the weather has been beautiful! We were setting at the picnic table and Shiloh is looking at her PB and J, and says, "sandwich........ like sand....... and a witch..... that doesn't sound yummy at all". I have to agree, she has a good point.

Blessing!!

At occupational therapy Aggie rolled over from her back to her front for the very first time!! This is very exciting, as it is a key step to her gaining some mobility. I think she did it to try and get away from the therapist b/c she doesn't like her arm stretches. She was telling her "ahh da" which I think is her version of all done. I love seeing her have preferences and opinions about things. In this case a strong opinion is better than no opinion at all.

Sitting up!

Saturday Aggie sustained a good independent sitting up session for several minutes to play her favorite game of "catch". It's such a blessing to continue to see progress. She is also manipulating some of her toys more, she likes spinning things.