Busy Little Munchkins

Whew! We have been busy these last few days! Nicholas went to neuromuscular clinic last Friday at Shriners. He absolutely loves the huge ball maze that is in the waiting room. It is quite mesmerizing with its twists and turns. He could literally stare at it for hours on end and be completely entertained. 

 Baby Elmo made the trip with him and Nicholas was delighted to show his red, furry friend to all the doctors that visited him. Overall, it was a great visit. Nicholas's scoliosis is progressing, but that is to be expected since his muscles are not strong enough to keep his spine straight. He is at a good weight now though and was in good spirits, greeting all the doctors and nurses with a smile and a hello. 

 Jeff's aunt Stacey and uncle Johnny bought Ella some Mega Blocks for her birthday and she has really been enjoying building all sorts of things. Nicholas always requests that she builds, "a tall, tall tower."

 Last weekend I got out the sidewalk chalk and let Ella color to her hearts content. She had a blast and made scribbles all over the driveway.

 I asked Nicholas if he wanted to color, but he said he was happy to just sit and watch his sister. He is definitely a laid-back kiddo. 

 For whatever reason, our toddler has been filled with energy these last few evenings and can often be found running through the house laughing and being silly. 

 Then as it gets closer to bedtime, she becomes quite a snuggle-bug.

 Yesterday afternoon Ella was playing with the tea set her friend, Bella, bought her for her birthday, and Nicholas decided he wanted to play too. He asked for "some tea, please" and Ella obliged by pouring it into his mouth straight from the tea pot. Nicholas laughed and said, "No, a cup, please."

 So Ella got him a little tea cup and gave him sips. He loved it and so did Ella! Honestly, these little moments just melt my heart and make me want to freeze them in time and keep them forever. Kids grow so quickly and being able to witness these precious moments make me one proud mama.

 My husband has been out of town on a business trip and so these afternoons often require a second cup of coffee to get me through the day. I can't wait for Jeff to get back! We all miss him ever so much.