Finally, Father's Day is celebrated!

We finally got to celebrate Father's Day with Jim's Dad. We were supposed to go the night of Emily's birthday (see 6/19 journal entry), but things did not work out.

We went to the Olive Garden and had a lot of fun!

Pictures and Bloodwork...

Well, today we went to Babies R Us to get Emily's Birthday pictures done. We got her to give them some smiles!

After that we went to get Emily's bloodwork done. Jim took her in by himself (I waited in the waiting room!) and she didn't even cry or flinch! The phlebotomist said she was such a good girl and got 2 stickers! One said "No Tears Today" and the other said "I was good, I held still. We were so proud of her...we took her for french fries!

Emily's 2nd Birthday Party!

Unlike last year...we had a beautiful day! We did still rent the tent, just in case!

Emily had a wonderful time playing with all her friends and family! She didn't stop until way, way past her bed time.

2 Year Doctor's Appointment....

Overall everything went well.

She is now 33.5 inches and 26lbs. She's in the 50th percentile for height and weight. She's right on target as far as talking and skills.

She had to get a shot for Hep-A. She was so good with the shot...she didn't even cry. Actually, she cried when her band-aid came off. Unfortunately, she has to get blood work done. At her 1 year, her lead was slightly higher than they like so they want to retest. They also want to check her cholesterol, since high cholesterol runs in both our families.

Her doctor was impressed that she has only been in for 1 sick visit! And it was just for a rash! Now, barring any sick visits, she doesn't have to go back for another year.

Emily's 2!!!!

Wow, I can't believe that 2 years have passed! Time sure does fly.... Overall, I had a pretty good birthday. I can't wait for my party on Saturday!

Unfortunately, Jim's Dad ended up in the hospital. We did go to the hospital to spend some time with him in the ER. He hopes to be released in time for Emily's party on Saturday. We just hope that he's okay! Thankfully, he is okay.

Emily asked to use the potty...

and did!! She went and told Daddy who called me to bring her into the bathroom. Since I wasn't really trying to train her, I didn't think she'd go. Well, she surprised me!

3rd Doctor's Appointment

Overall, another good appointment. Although, I lost 3 lbs. See what happens when you cut out soda!

Anyway, Baby's heartbeat sounded good. My Mom went with me again and was treated to another steady heartbeat! I had the bloodwork done for the AFP test, which screens for Spina Bifida.

As of 6/26/07 ~ Doctor hasn't called with news from the AFP...which is good news! They only call when there is a problem with the bloodwork.

Next appointment...July 6th

Emily's Professional 2nd Birthday Pictures

Well, Emily & I went with my parents to get pictures taken for her birthday. Again, she was all smiles....until she got in front of the camera! Overall, we got some cute shots.

Emily goes to the zoo!

Today we took Emily to the Turtle Back Zoo! We had a lot of fun and it was a beautiful day!


She loved all the animals especially the penguins! This made Mommy happy! She really enjoyed herself and we all had such a wonderful time!

Some very sad news....

Today, we found out that our brother in law Tony, has Stage 4 lung cancer.

He had been having back problems and was finding it difficult to do many things. He used to golf a few times a week and even that diminished. He kept going to the doctor and they just kept prescribing medication for him.

Unfortunately, they found out that it had progressed to this level.

If you could keep him, my sister in law, Michelle and their beautiful daughter Laura, in your prayers and thoughts it would be appreciated.

Fluttering....

Starting to feel some soft movement! Pretty soon, baby will be keeping me up at night!

3 Hour GTT Results....

Short and sweet....

I just heard back from the nurse.....I PASSED!

3 Hour Glucose Test

So today Jim & I went to have the 3 hour GTT done. Its not bad, just incredibly boring! Anyway, they do a blood draw. Then they make you drink the yummy orange stuff. Starting an hour after you finish the drink, I had a blood draw done every hour. Hopefully, I'll be passing this one!

Ultrascreen Results

Doctor called...the baby looks good. Prior to the test, based on my age, the chances of down syndrome was 1 in 350. After the test, the chances went to 1 in 7,000! So, great results!

Storytime!!

Today I took Emily to her 1st Storytime! We had a lot of fun, read books and sang songs! We get to go for the next 6 weeks. Emily can't wait!

First Trimester Ultrascreen done

So today we went in for another ultrasound. This combined with a finger prick would be able to determine if the baby had Down Syndrome or two other Trisomy disorders.

It was so nice to be able to see the baby again. The technician and the doctor said that everything looked fine, but they wouldn't be able to tell until the bloodwork was back. The heartbeat was 161.

2nd Doctor's Appointment

So today I went for my 2nd doctors appointment. I only gained 1 pound, so not too bad! My mom went in with me and heard the heartbeat. It registered at 135. Overall, another good appointment.

Next appointment.....June 6th

Baby #2's First Ultrasound

Today we went in for our 1st ultrasound to evaluate the dating. The room was really cramped, so Jim & Emily stayed out in the waiting room. Anyway...the baby was bouncing around all over the place. The heartbeat registered at 171. I measured at 12 weeks, so 1 week ahead. Everything looked good!

Happy Birthday!

Today Jim, Emily, my parents & I all went to the Black Forest for my Dad's birthday! We had a lot of fun and the food was wonderful!

GTT Results....

Well big surprise....I failed! I needed less than a 135 to pass. So, what did I get...138! I only failed by 3 points, but now I have to take the 3 hour glucose test. Hopefully, Jim will be able to take off and come with me for company!