Just Ramblin

We made our third trip to the doctor's office in less than 7 days today. Tea had to have a strep culture. She complained all morning of throat pain and didn't eat at all. Luckily the test came back negative, but really that doesn't change much. She still has a high fever and a sore throat. I got her some soothing hard candy and popsicles and she did better this afternoon. I hope no one else gets this one. We have so much going on this weekend I would be devastated if someone was sick.

Things are really moving along at Chiggie's school. She has a field trip next week to a local park to participate in "game day." She gets to ride on the bus and I think that's the part she's the most excited for. The girls and I will be following and of course cheering her on. Later in the month they are going on a field trip to the Pueblo Zoo. We'll be tagging along for that one too. I can't believe her Kindergarten year is almost over. Unreal....

Sickie

Preparations

This week has been busy already. We are preparing for Blossom Festival yet again. The girls are excited beyond words. We will be attending the parade, carnival, and plenty of downtown activities this weekend. On top of that we will be having a celebration for the King's 30th birthday (May 5th.) We're going out to eat on Friday and then coming back to the house for dessert and presents. He'll be back in Denver for his actual birthday, but the girls and I got him tickets to a Rockies game as a gift. Busy, but good times. I'll be sure to have plenty of pic's to share.

Better Late than Never

Boo has officially been out longer than she was in. She turned 9 months old on the 23rd, and what a crazy 9 months it's been. She is dynamite. Explosive, tiny, and demanding. Her smiles are awesome and she flashes them often. When she gets mad, wow. Her scream can make my eardrum vibrate. She is mobile in several different ways. She mastered crawling months ago and is starting to take steps. Cruising the furniture is simple and she can walk easily pushing a cart or walker. I'm not sure if she's trying to catch up to her sisters or run from them. It probably depends on the day.

Her 9 month visit isn't until next week, but she was weighed at the office last week and came in at a tiny 16lbs. This doesn't worry me. Her appetite is great and she's entirely proportionate. Because she's so tiny people tend to think she's even younger than she is and are amazed at her waving bye bye and taking steps. I'm very much looking forward to this summer and all of the things she will get to do for the first time!

Double the Fun

Not really. Boo has a double ear infection. Now we're both miserable and just a bit deaf. Poor dear ran a terribly high fever last night and has been feeling absolutely rotten all day. This weekend looked so promising...

As Promised...

Of course I am very pregnant in the first picture. That's the only real "before" pic that I have. In most of the other pictures of myself I am very conveniently covered up by one of the kids!

Promises, promises

Where have I been? It seems like it has been forever since I have written a real post. A witty, thoughtful, reflective post. The truth is life has just been a little overwhelming. To top it all off I finally went to the doctor today, and I have a sinus infection, an ear infection, and possibly strep throat. The Doc didn't do a throat culture as he was already prescribing an antibiotic. This is my 3rd sinus infection in less than 6 months and my left sinus in now impacted. He gave me a new spray to try and I'm hoping for the best. The fact that my Dad is getting ready to have sinus surgery and my Mom is dealing with a similar infection is not altogether reassuring. I'm tired, feeling yucky, and the weather is gorgeous. Doesn't it always work like that? I do promise I'll be back. I'll even post some pictures when I'm feeling better!

P.S. I must add my sister is expecting a baby boy in September. This is the first baby boy born into our family, there are 8 little girls. Congrats to her, and bless his little heart!