This past week was one of the most challenging weeks we've had to date. Monday, Evan underwent a simple procedure to have ear tubes put in since he's constantly battling ear infections. He went in with a cough, though the doctor assured us his lungs were clear, and he came out with what they're now calling "post-op viral pneumonia". Lucky us.
That translated to a stressful Monday at home after the surgery, a night of Evan working hard to breathe, and a trip to the Emergency Room Tuesday morning where he was admitted, spent the night, and was discharged Wednesday afternoon. Ughh...
Before this wrinkle in our plans, we were busy as can be prepping for Christmas. The boys had their Christmas party at daycare complete with Sean singing two Christmas carols with his preschool class and a visit with the big guy, Santa.
Just like last year, Evan is not a fan. One out of two kids liking Santa seems like a fair deal.
We spent an entire weekend at my parents' house baking cookies, watching National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation, and watching the huge snow storm move through. We ended up bailing on the Wild Lights at the Zoo due to the weather and roads, but we managed to get the kids out in the snow for a few minutes.
I'm pleased to report that both boys enjoy playing in the snow! A definite success! I think Sean might be ready to try out skiing this year.
A midst all the holiday cheer, we celebrated a few birthdays too. Every year I always think it's a coincidence that my dad's birthday and my father-in-law's birthday is on the exact same day. And five years ago, my sister-in-law was in labor and we were all thinking her daughter would be born on that day too, but she made her grand entrance the following day. Even so, it's quite a weekend of birthday celebrations this time of year!
Whew!
One of the biggest things on our calendar this month was the wedding of our friends Kristen and Jeff. The rehearsal was Friday and the wedding Saturday of this past weekend. Scott and I were both in the wedding party and Sean was the ring bearer! It was a little hectic with all of us being involved, but it was so awesome having him be a part of their day. He did great! Walked down the aisle, took pictures, played with working trucks under the dinner table with the flower girl, danced until he could barely hold his head up, and only had one meltdown moment when he realized he wasn't sitting up at the head table for us. I believe he walked up to all 18 people at the head table and said, "There's no chair for me!!!" and proceeded to lose it. Good thing Grandma and Grandpa were there.
And now with our good friends' wedding over, we are ready to focus on the next three days of Christmas parties with family. Bring. it. on.
Oh yeah...and Scott and I will be setting sail on our cruise in...6 days!!!
Happy Holidays!!
Hot mama at the wedding! Green is definitely your color. Enjoy the hell out of your vacation! Drink and sunbathe for me ;)
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