Testing.....Testing......

We had a lovely family outing to the lab today so the kiddies could get their blood drawn. I've been putting off Ty's test until Trent could go - I just don't have the strength (or courage) to hold down my very strong toddler. Today, Ty was tested for food allergies. We've had a lot of evaluations and tests done for sweet Ty over the last few months because he hasn't been hitting his milestones. After much panic, prayer, and now purpose (in that order), we are trying to rule out as much as possible so that he will be diagnosed correctly - if a diagnosis is even necessary. (We're not convinced anything major is wrong yet...maybe he's just doing things at a slower pace...)

Ty pointing at his bandaged arm. He was such a trooper.

I am so grateful to be a stay at home mom at this point in Ty's life. Today felt like my first day at my new job - stay at home mom. Our Thanksgiving company left, life is returning to normal, and I am determined to make the most of my time with my kids. (I know, check back with me in a few weeks.) But really, I'm grateful to be able to give Ty all the attention he needs right now until we figure out what is impeding his progress. That being said, he's already made some improvements since his initial evaluation.

Brooke modeling her bandaged heel.

Our littlest darling needed a second bilirubin test to monitor her jaundice and anemia, and had her newborn screening done today. Last week she didn't make a peep. Today, she used her lungs at full capacity. Poor little dear.

Ty was very concerned with Brooke's unhappy cries and offered several kisses as consolation.

As a reward for Ty's bravery, and a reward for me keeping the television off nearly all day long, I made french toast for dinner. Anything with syrup is Ty's favorite meal. Mine too.

This is the life.