First Trip to the Emergency Room:

Allison had a fall Saturday night that has resulted in a broken elbow. She was trying to climb onto a stool - to color a picture for her cousin's birthday - and she slipped.

Trying not to be a paranoid parent - since there was no swelling or abnormalities - I decided to wait it out and she how she did with her arm the next day before rushing to the E.R.

Needless to say, she was having troubles, so I took her to Children's Hospital. Her X-ray determined a break in her elbow (even though she kept pointing to her wrist). She's wearing a splint and Peanut's sling until it gets casted this week - hopefully it will heal fast!

Here's a picture of Allison passed out in the car after the ride home from the hospital:

Nothing heals bones better than chocolate milk - right?

First Trip to the Dentist

Allison had her first dentist appointment this past Thursday and did sooo good! She gets pretty nervous at times, so I was pleasantly surprised we got through the entire visit without her freaking out - She got to watch Tony get his teeth cleaned beforehand, so I think that helped. She refused to sit in the seat by herself, so I got to sit with her and coach her.

Say Aaaaaaaa!

I'm Playing Catch-up

Sunday morning donuts with Mommy

Sunday afternoon game with Daddy.

Oh Deer!

Tony and I have recently been fighting a battle to keep both of our kids well for 6 weeks now - everything from pink-eye to strep throat - downside to daycare. I decided to get them both out of the house one Saturday afternoon since Allison was getting a little cranky from being cooped up, so we picked up Aunt Taylor and we went to Hueston Woods to see the deer. Allison was so excited that she was going to see the deer. The last time we went, they were lying out of sight and probably didn't much feel like visiting a 3 year old yelling "Deeeeeer! Come out deer!" - she was so upset that she didn't get to see them and talked about "deers not coming out!" for weeks!

This time we could see them, but once again they didn't seem interested in seeing us. As soon as we turned to leave, one got up and started walking over and the rest followed. Allison loved feeding them crackers even though see was a little hesitant at first.

Growing Pains

My youngest sister Taylor:

I'm not sure where the time has gone, but Taylor is now 12 years old and started her first day of 7th grade yesterday. I feel like she was just a toddler a couple of years ago! I remember waking up with her in the middle of the night - b/c she was a colic baby - taking her into my room and letting her fall asleep on my chest. I was in high school then...16 years old!

I just wanted to take time to say:

Taylor,

I want you to know I'm very proud of you, your accomplishments and who you've become. You've grown into a smart and beautiful young lady that I'm proud to have as a sister and aunt to my children. You bring happiness to the people around you with your witty sense of humor and smiling personality. You're always a great help to me with the kids - They love Aunt Tay-Tay! - and I appreciate you for that. I'm thankful that you're my sister and it's been hard watching you grow up so fast. Just remember that you're never too old to be loved on by your sisters! We love you fully and unconditional just the way you are, so don't change for anyone!

You're growing up...but you're still our little sister!

Love,

Kristin

A Weekend in Indy

Tony and I took the kids up to Indy this past weekend so they could enjoy the Indianapolis Children's Museum. We met up with some friends and their kids Saturday and spent the night in a hotel and went to the museum the next morning. This is Allison with her daddy enjoying the pool at the hotel. She loves the water and wants so desperately to be able to swim on her own!

Allison digging for dinos...

Nolan enjoyed the Carousel of Dreams...

Tony took time to teach Nolan the important things in life...Mario Bros.

I was more interested in playing than Allison was.

Her look says it all!

Here's one for Uncle Joe-Joe...

Balloon Glow

The kids and I went to the Midfirst Challenge in Middletown this weekend to check out the balloons. Since it was soooo hot, we skipped the balloon launch and went later for the balloon glow. It ended up cooling down a bit and the three of us enjoyed our night.

Nolan was a little more interested in the balloons than having his picture taken.