4 Year Check Up

Alivia had a great check up today with Dr. Dawson. Her hearing and vision were checked and she was even able to give a urine sample when asked (I was incredibly impressed!). She received one shot and after some preparation, did not even cry. Overall, she got a clean bill of health. Praise God!

Height 41" (75%)

Weight 38 lbs (75%)

Dr. Dawson says she is on track to be about 5' 7" or so. Her mild asthma has really been so much better since we started the once a day steroid inhaler.

Parent Teacher Conference

Matt and I were both able to meet with Ms. Jami, Alivia's preschool teacher. Alivia got great reviews and Jami laughingly referred to Alivia as her "teacher's assistant." She gave us a nice typed sheet that summed up her thoughts. I thought I would type them here:

"Alivia is an enthusiastic child who enjoys almost all activities at preschool. In the classroom, she most often engages in fantasy play with other children - including doctor and babies. She likes to dress up. Alivia also enjoys the sensory table, books, games and puzzles. Alivia always maximizes time and supplies during classroom art projects. She enjoys show and tell and music class. She is sometimes participatory in Spanish and chapel. When outdoors, Alivia enjoys playing in the sandbox and riding tricycles. She does not always want to stay outdoors for the time allotted.

Alivia plays well with boys and girls. Her most common classroom playmates are Aubrey, Samuel, Audrey and Eliza Claire. Alivia has absorbed the classroom routines and rules. She is mostly independent in hand-washing, packing and unpacking her lunch and snack. She is learning to put on her outerwear. Alivia is always attentive in line and during circle and letter-wall time.

Alivia can recognize her name and the letters of her name and the alphabet. She uses a small grip and is learning to write the letters of her name. She is developing her scissor skills.

Alivia always has a smile on her face. She is independent and self-confident."

WOW! What a great little girl. I love you so much, Alivia and am honored God has entrusted me to care for you.

Baby Boy Bedding!

One of my most favorite things to do to get ready for my babies is figure out what bedding I want to get. I have used a local store for the last two kids, but decided to use a different place this time. I have decided to go with an antique aeronautical theme. . . here is a sneak peek of what the bumper and valence fabric will be - there will be some fun accent colors and fabrics used in both as well. I can't wait to see it! When it finally arrives (in about 6 weeks), it will definitely make it all seem more real.

Girl's Overnight in San Antonio

For Christmas, I gave my mom an overnight away with Emily and me. We decided to go to San Antonio and stay along the River Walk. We used mom's travel agent discount and stayed in a great Courtyard Marriott for $49! We stopped along the way at the San Marcos outlets. While in SA, we ate at some good restaurants, took a river tour and even visited the Alamo. Mom/Emily, thanks for a fun getaway!

Happy 4th Birthday Alivia!

We had an awesome party at Pump it Up today. Most of Alivia's friend were able to make it and we had pizza and cake. Alivia loved being the "princess" and sitting in the big birthday chair when everyone sang "Happy Birthday." Thanks to everyone who came to the party - it really made Alivia's birthday extra special.

Part II - The Real Cast

So we took Will to see the pedi ortho doctor today. Both Matt and I were able to go. He has a right 1st metatarsal buckle fracture. Ouch! They took off his splint and put on a bright blue cast. I have to say it is adorable, and Will has not let it slow him down one bit. The most amazing part is that you can get it wet! He should need it for about 3 weeks.

My First Fracture

Well, I knew it would probably happen at some point to one of my kids, but we had a milestone yesterday when Will fell at a friend's house and fractured his foot. We spent all afternoon in the ER where he was a stellar patient. The only way I really knew something was wrong was his prolonged crying after he fell and the fact that he refused to walk on that foot. After awhile, he would walk, but with a limp. If you asked him where it hurt, he would point to his leg. He is in a temporary splint and we see the pediatric orthopedist tomorrow.