A minor brag

Paul is in CA and Jack is doing better, this however is not my brag.

Tonight at dinner, Ellis asked if she could skip her mashed potatoes and only eat asparagus. She ate about 7 spears - Jack ate about 5. At least I have my kids liking vegetables going for me. Minor victory. Now I just have to get some planted in my garden and wait 3 years for my first crop.

Goodnight all.

Paul was planning on traveling, so you know what that means...

...another trip to the ER and an inpatient visit. This time it was Jack. He spent most of last week struggling with pain in his arms and legs. After many sleepless nights and too much Advil, we finally took him to the ER at Children's Hospital. They kept him overnight for observation and IV fluids. By Sunday morning he was MUCH better, but of course, we have no true explanation - some ideas. He is continuing to do better and we hope when more lab results come in, we will have more answers. It is sad to watch you 4 year old get poked for and IV, scream in pain, ask for his Harry and then have your 3 1/2 year old cry because her big Brother is crying. It turned into a major cry-fest. Jack did say one funny thing when we were driving to the ER, we told him he was going to Children's Hospital and he said, "Oh yeah, the Network of Care". If you are from CO you know that that is their tagline.
On Sunday morning, he was sad because he wanted to go home to go "Eastering" (looking for Easter eggs). All was better when Ellis brought his Easter bucket to him in the hospital.

Today, Monday, things are looking better. Jack seems painfree, Paul is in Vegas for the week and the sugar buzz of yesterday has worn off.

A little late, but Congratulations to Gabby on her Baptism. We love you and we are sorry we weren't able to celebrate with you. Please always know that you are in our thoughts, hearts and prayers - along with the rest of your family. We love you all!

Everything is a changin'

A few changes with the B's...
At the end of February, Jack gave up his night-night (pacifier). He sent it to his newest baby cousin, Gabrielle. Or at least that is what he thinks. The first night was kind of rough, but smooth sailing since then.
In the middle of March, Ellis came out of diapers, finally! She has done really well, with minimal accidents. She is still in pull-ups at night, but we're working on that too. It is amazing how much girth a diaper adds to a little girl. Without a diaper on, Ellis is straight up and down - No butt.
If I can get rid of all sippy cups, all signs of 'baby' will be out of my house. This is a good thing!

Grandma was here for two weeks in March for Spring Break. She was a great help with Ellis and potty training and Jack in general. The kids loved their time with her; as did I.

After having 70+ degree days and more snow in the month of March than we have had all winter, I am finally getting my garden in the ground. It feels so good to put my hands back in the dirt.

I am looking forward to Spring!