Tough Road...But We Are Getting There!

Friday, June 18th 2010...Ky had her tonsillectomy/adenoidectomy done. I have talked to several mom's about this surgery and until my child had it done, I don't think I fully grasped how hard the recovery is. She had a very tough day on Friday. Her tummy did not take well to the anesthesia. Everyday she gets a tiny bit better. My main concern is her drinking/ eating.

After the surgery, our Dr. came out and said, "Kylie wins the prize for the worst tonsils I have EVER seen." He then went on to tell us that the tonsils were severely scarred and had an inner infection. He told us that this HAD to be done because of how bad her tonsils were. He said that because they were so bad she has a higher possibility of bleeding and so she is on a strict diet for two weeks. I have to be able to run my finger threw it before she can eat it.

That's where we are today. She is having a tough time eating/drinking anything. She is a picky eater anyways, and so this has been a very stressful time. I know it will get better. It is just going to be a daily process. I took some pics with my phone of her pre and post surgery below:

Silly Juice they gave her is taking effect! LOL!

After surgery: Poor baby!

Happy Day: Her bestie , Matthew came to visit...She had been asking to see him all morning. Thanks for bringing him, Cindy!

Sweet Caelei came too! She had her tonsils out a few years ago and totally understood what Ky's going through.

We have had lots of mommy/daughter time together. I painted her toes with polka dots on them. It was so great to see her smile on her face when she saw them!

I wanted to say a special thank you to my bestie, Lar. (She watched Marls for us! You are such a blessing from God!)I want to thank Nene and Papa for holding my hand and letting me freak out a little during the surgery. I also want to thank Blythe, Cindy, Debbie, Jodi and Korey. These are some wonderful friends who have brought gifts and meals since we have been home. What a blessing it is to have such wonderful friends and family supporting us!

I also wanted to ask if you guys would keep us in your prayers during Ky's recovery. I know it's going to be a tough road but one that will be worth it!

Momma Needed A New Pair Of Shoes!

And...I got some!!!!! I am officially 36 years old. My birthday started off with a pedicure and special lunch with some great friends and ended with my bestie, Lar, and I going out for our annual GNO. She took me to see SATC 2. It was a really cute movie. The funny thing is that I think we saw the first one last year for one of our birthdays. Lar had asked me what I wanted for my birthday and I had been seeing so many ladies wearing cute wedges. Lar brought not only 1 pair but two pairs of sandals for me! I wanted to say thank you to Lar for being such a wonderful best friend to me for over 20 years. You are truly the sister that I always longed for. I also wanted to say a special thanks to Jas for taking care of the girls so I could have a night out! Love you guys!!!!

Before our dinner and movie!

Don't you just LOVE my gift bag that Lar made with my big M!?! I am very excited to see what's inside! LOL

My goodies! I LOVE my wedges and I can't wait to be wearing them around L-town!

The Famous Mr. Lamm!

In my previous post I talked about what wonderful teachers the girls have had this year. The picture above is of Ky and her teacher, Mr. Lamm. He made a video presentation of each of the kids and all of their work and projects they have done this year. I have to say that I cried like a little baby when I watched it. It was just so wonderful to see everything that she has done while at school. We have been so lucky and blessed because her kindergarten teacher made her a dvd last year, as well. I just want to say a special thank you to Mr. Lamm for making such an impact on our little girl. Thank you for all of your hard work and dedication!

End of School Parties 2010!

I was so excited to be able to attend both of the girls end of school parties this year. It was a little hectic being that they were both on the same day and on a day when I work. It all panned out and I enjoyed spending time with both of them. Marls' party was at one of those jumping places. She had tons of fun with her friends and ate yummy pizza and cookies. Ky's party was at a local church. The room mom's provided happy meals, a stage for the kids to sing on, face painting, and a cake walk. I always get so emotional at the end of each school year because the girls are growing so fast that it feels like each year goes by even more quickly. I thank the Lord everyday for the schools and teachers that the girls have had. We have been truly blessed!

Marls' and Grant

Marls, Sophia, Tyson, and Grant= Such cutie pies!

Ky was such a trooper about her happy meal. She loves chicken nuggets but not burgers. I was so happy that she ate the burger. LOL!

Ky and her friend Gaby

This is Ky's bestie, Faith. We are sad because she is moving to another school next year. :-(

Being very patient for her letter to be called in the cake walk. :-)

Ky has her last few days of school this week. We are looking forward to some fun things coming up this summer. I hope all of you have a wonderful week!

Dance Recital 2010!

Oh My! I can't believe it has been over a month since I last posted. I am definitely going to have to do better because my wonderful mother-in -law just got an i-phone and can now check our blog from her awesome phone. We love you, Nonna!

I bet you guys can guess from the pictures what we have been up to lately. We had our dance recital this past weekend and it went off without a hitch. Kylie had three dances. She performed a jazz, tap, and ballet routine. Marleigh performed a ballet and tap routine. Yes, I had to get them ready for five dances plus a finale. I was worn out last night! LOL!

Ky danced to, "A Dream is a Wish Your Heart Makes," "Putting on the Ritz," and "Pegasus from Fantasia." Marleigh danced to, "Up, Up, Up," and "Swing is Here to Stay." They both did such an awesome job. Marleigh even made it to finale this year without having a breakdown. LOL! Here are some pics from our fun day:

Marleigh and Avery

Chloe, Avery, Marleigh, Kylie, and Jillian

Ky ready for her Jazz dance!

Marls was so ready to dance!

Lala and Cass came to cheer the girls on. Lala brought the girls the cutest necklaces and they haven't taken them off. :-)

Marls is ready for her tap dance.

Nene and Papa stayed for the whole three hour recital. We love you!

The girls in Ky's dance group. They were pegasus horses from Fantasia. I think Ky has that pose down. LOL!

Flowers for Marls!

Ky's favorite color is red and so she received red gerber daises.

We had an awesome time and are so proud of both of them. Now on to all of our end of school activities. I pray that all of you have a wonderful and blessed end of school for your kids. I can't believe it's almost summer!