Swimming with a Cast

This afternoon the girls had some fun playing in the buckets and with the water toys.  It was a quick, but fun adventure outside.  I am missing our pool time fun as I am nervous to pull it out with Emily's arm in a cast.  She was good to keep it out of the tub to strive to ensure it kept dry.  We are almost half way through our cast adventure - hooray.

Perfect Day at the Park

The high today was only 76 degrees.  WOW!  It was a perfect day for the park as a break from the summer heat.  We all were loving the new playground to explore, cool breeze, and sunshine.  With our water play limited with Emily's broken arm, the girls were thrilled to have an outside adventure.

My Little Buddy

From the moment I found out Logan was a boy there was something different about our little relationship.  For years I have felt a premonition of his spirit around me.  I knew some day I would have a son and we would have a tender connection that began even before he was born.  Logan is such a gentle nature baby and spirit.  He is generally happy and content, except when he is tired or hungry.  Like his dad, Logan is patient with me when I am trying to balance everything with the girls.  I love his sweet smiles and gentle snuggles.  It darling to see his whole face light up and his body scrunch in excitement when he smiles.  I love the way Logan is beginning to coo and talk to me.  It is like we have some special conversations. In the stillness of the night as I feed him I love hearing his quick breaths whisper in my ear.  I always whisper, "I love you son!"  I am so grateful to by this sweet boy's mama!

Sweet Sisters

These two sisters are becoming best of friends.  Both of them love to play with each other - most of the time.  When the other is away they yearn for their return or to wake up from a nap.  Lily and Emily are constantly mimicking each other in word and deed.  They love to play princesses, Barbie's, in the water, and everything else together.  I love how they are beginning to engage with each other in play rather than just parallel play.  Seeing their sweet love for each other reminds me of the special connection I feel with my sisters.  I know they will always have each other as best of friends.

A Broken Arm and Nose

Emily has had a bit of bad luck lately.  She was getting into bed Friday night when she stumbled and fell down on her arm.  Immediately she complained of her arm hurting and was in tears.  Emily often asks for a band aid when something hurts as she feels it makes it better.  I gave her a band aid and sent her to bed thinking she was emotional from being overly tired.  It had been a long day with an early morning and playing hard.  Saturday morning Emily woke up and was not herself.  She was emotional and clingy.  I noticed she continually was holding her left arm.  Seeing this I became worried she may have sprained or broken her arm.  I called the pediatrician and set up an appointment that morning.  Unfortunately, we found out at the appointment they do not take x-rays there.  Disappointed at finding nothing out, I thought about going to Kids Care.  However, I thought to maybe hold off another day.  We tried going Sunday but the wait was ways too long - 1-2 hours.  Emily was so upset we didn't go to the doctor.  She loves the stickers and treats she gets after.  I told her we would go tomorrow Monday.  My family and my pediatrician said a cast wouldn't be made until at least 3 days later for the swelling to go down, so I was not as worried that I wasn't doing enough for her.  Monday morning we went to the doctor to find out  she had a broken radius and tibia.  I was relieved to know what was wrong, but sad to know she would have to be in a cast for 4 weeks.  Our summer swimming and water fun will need to be changed.  Emily has been a trooper through it all!  I am amazed at her bravery and patience. 
Today on top of everything, Emily woke up with a stuffy nose.  She has been lethargic and not herself.   I felt bad watching her continuously wipe her nose and even put a band aid under it all day.  I could tell she was trying to fight off sleeping all day. Finally, at about 4 pm she fell asleep on the couch.  She seemed so at peace resting that I didn't want to wake her up.  I hope things soon turn up for the fun loving, energetic 3 year old.

Smiling Boy

Logan is a sweet smiling boy.  He shares smiles with many, especially mommy.  I love it when I catch him smiling to himself as he lays on the floor.  Logan is really a content baby and fits so well into our family.  The girls and everyone loves him so very much!  I love watching his personality blossom.

Fun Weekend with the Yates Family

We shared a fun weekend with the Yates with David and Heather in town from Kansas City.  We had fun celebrating birthdays at Aunt Steph's and then Julie's blessing at Grandma's.  The girls always love playing with their cousins, aunts, and uncles.  It was fun to see Julie and Logan together as they are only one month apart in age.  I know they will be fun playmates as they grow.