Ear Surgery

Brady had his ear surgery this morning. He was very brave and didn't even cry when the nurse carried him into the operating room. We were only away from him for about 15 minutes before they called us back into recovery. I couldn't resist sharing pictures of these cute toddler gowns they have....

Recovery was tough for about 30 minutes, but once he realized we were going home the tears stopped. A little Tylenol, breakfast and cartoons were all he needed to feel better.

Mother's Day 2010

15 months

Height- 30 3/4"  (40%)
Weight-24 lbs. (43%)
Head- 19.1" (85%)

Brady checked out well, but still has fluid in his middle ear so they referred us over to the ENT department. The Dr. took one look in his ears and recommended tubes. We scheduled the surgery for May 19th. I hope they provide a sedative for the parents....

Brady has been developing crazy fast the last few weeks. He has become obsessed with TRUCKS. We have 3 truck books and they are the only ones he allows us to read anymore. Every time we are in the garage we must sit on the riding lawn mower. Troy thought it would be fun to take him for a ride this weekend. He loved it! When they rounded the corner of the house he would wave and say MAMA.

We are starting to let him use silverware. He does pretty well with the fork, but the spoon has proven to be a challenge.

He has become fascinated with his short arm (we call it his nub). One of his favorite activities is to find things it fits in.

He is doing really well with his prosthetic arm. We are excited to report back to his Dr. this summer with all the progress he is making. He brought his arm to me last week and motioned for me to put it on him. That was proof enough for me that we are doing what is right for him. I am looking forward to his next fitting in July to see what his next prosthetic will look like.

Outdoor Fun

We quickly realized we needed some outdoor toys when Brady kept heading over to the neighbor's yards. We invested in these two obnoxious pieces to keep Brady entertained.

So far they are working-we are having a lot of fun running around the backyard and playing at our neighborhood park. Brady was even brave enough to venture down a few big slides by himself this week. He also discovered dirt, and whenever possible it ends up all over his face.

No real words yet- so far just the point and "uhhh".

Easter

Easter started with Brady opening his Easter basket from Mom & Dad. It will filled with Thomas the Tank Engine stuff, a Spot book, a mini Magna Doodle, and shirt to wear with his swim trunks. Then we headed to church with  Troy's family. We made it through about 20 minutes before he got squirmy so we headed outside to the playground until communion.

Then we headed to Grandma and Grandpa P's for Easter basket #2 and lunch. Brady has his first measurement on the family growth chart.

He loves Grandma & Grandpa's dog. Thankfully she doesn't mind him either.

Then we jumped in the car and headed to Grandma and Grandpa J's for and Easter egg hunt,

Easter Basket #3 and dinner.

Ears

We are now on our 3rd ear infection since late February. Every once in a while we get a peek at the happy normal Brady, but mostly he has a short fuse, doesn't want to nap, and has disgusting amounts of ear wax. Our pediatrician recommended we try a new antibiotic and if this doesn't work he will refer us to a ENT to discuss tubes.

I think the dreaded transition from 1 to 2 naps is happening. Naps seem to be hit or miss lately. Always a miss on days I need to look showered.

He has become quite active and LOVES being outside. I have been horrible at taking pictures lately, but I did manage to capture a few outside this afternoon.