tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-28242262575344415742024-03-06T00:32:04.105-05:00Life As We Know ItExplore our journey as first time parents to our beautiful daughter, Kennedy, who just so happens to have an extra chromosome.Jenniferhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02869480806310657162noreply@blogger.comBlogger328125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2824226257534441574.post-5655128365374823762014-02-19T00:22:00.000-05:002014-02-19T00:22:04.427-05:00Turning ThreeI'm dusting off the blog once again, with no promises to post more often, though I really wish I could.<br />
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Three years ago at this time we were getting ready to head to the birth center - hopeful that we would soon be meeting our daughter. We had no idea it would be only a few short hours later. It was a perfect birth, surrounded by the perfect people, and we knew right away that our daughter was perfect. We had no idea she had Down syndrome. It was the shock of our life when our midwife told us. Three years ago the words Down syndrome terrified me. To no end. I had no idea what to expect, and no idea how our life would be different than we expected. Three years later, I regret how terrifying those times were. I regret that I spent so many hours crying in fear. Just like the day that she was born, Kennedy is still perfect, in every way. An added bonus, is that her heart now works perfectly too. <br />
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I cannot even begin to say how much she has grown and how far she has come recently. Had I been more O'd a dedicated blogger, you probably would have seen more posts from me about my fears regarding her speech. Talking has not come easy, and there were many days that I feared she wouldn't talk. Sort of like it felt like she would never walk. But in reality, I know that some kids with Ds never do talk. It was a huge fear I had. And I'm happy to say, that her language skills are growing by less and bounds. She's adding new words every day. Words of her choosing of course. Often food related, objects she wants or tasks that she wants to do. <br />
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The idea of sending Kennedy to pre-school terrified me for a long time, and quite honestly it still does. Especially the idea of a full day of school. We recently toured a local school. Kennedy jumped right in with the other kids and wanted to participate in each of the classes we visited. In the final room, she decided she wanted to stay and hang out. She wasn't phased by walking away from my husband or I. She went right to the circle and when they got up for snack time she was right in line with them to wash her hands. I had to hold back tears as my husband and I left the room, with her there, having a snack. It was that moment that I realized, Kennedy is ready for pre-school. It's me who is not. But I'm putting my fears aside, and in a few weeks she'll be starting school. She's going to love it. I know she will. Caleb and I on the other hand, will be lost. So if you're local, lets start planning play or coffee dates, because we will both need something to keep our mind off the change! <br />
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It is so incredibly hard to believe that three years have passed. I am so proud and amazed by the little girl that Kennedy is turning into. She has taught me more in three years than I could ever imagine. She is a FABULOUS big sister. She loves Caleb so much and shows it every day. The hugs and kisses, the way they play together, the way she *tries* to soothe him when he is upset. The way they cuddle each other when they both crash our bed. They are truly best friends and teaching each other so much right now. I love seeing their relationship grow stronger each day. <br />
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Three years ago, I would have never imagined my life where it is today. It's so much better. And the reality of it, Down syndrome will always be a part of our lives, but it certainly doesn't dominate it.<br />
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Happy birthday baby girl! Mommy, Daddy and Caleb love you to the moon...and back!<br />
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I'll be sure to post some adorable photos soon!<br />
<br />Jenniferhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02869480806310657162noreply@blogger.com12tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2824226257534441574.post-45544797627575110202013-10-17T23:53:00.001-04:002013-10-17T23:53:05.858-04:00Revisiting the R-wordThis is not a new topic. In fact, it's one I have blogged about on numerous occasions. One that I wish I could avoid. The r-word. It's been awhile since someone slipped it into a casual conversation with me. A few months ago I complained to a local grocery store manager when a cashier used it in front if me, while talking with another employee. It seemed like the message was getting through, and maybe others weren't using it so much. Yay!! Nope. Stop. Don't get too overconfident. You can imagine my surprise when the instructor of Kennedy's special needs gym class threw it out there in conversation tonight. Yes, you read that correctly. The r-word thrown out there freely in front of parents and kids - in a SPECIAL NEEDS CLASS!!!<div><br></div><div>I have a few problems with this.</div><div>1.) The word is highly offensive. It ranks up there with racial and homosexual slurs, in my mind. </div><div>2.) You're talking this way in front of young children. Ages 2.5 to 9 years. Some very capable of repeating it. The use of the word will never stop when it's used so freely.</div><div>3.) Said instructor also happens to be an education major in college. I hope and pray that her choice of language improves before she graduates. </div><div>5.) Even if you "didn't mean it that way" it hurts. It's like a knife going right in me. </div><div><br></div><div>As my daughter (as well as my son) grows up, I do not want them to be exposed to such hurtful and offensive language. I decided against saying anything during the class, but I do plan on addressing it. Not only should that particular teacher learn, but the entire staff should learn (or be reminded) that offensive language such as the r-word will not be tolerated. Thankfully, at this age, Kennedy doesn't know the difference and went on having fun. But someday she will.</div><div><br></div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjGnTWTLUG4XgWhPuP7xRamoq_dSEKw80MJsy3cRa9yPeuGalD8Yqnq6P-YYRw_WVlAxag5KFmBu0YwCo4-N__LpQ2DVPNHFSudfqkjSma8aaCmqRP-xnAqn051-8oswL6Hyd3tW7FbmhAl/s640/blogger-image-777434044.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjGnTWTLUG4XgWhPuP7xRamoq_dSEKw80MJsy3cRa9yPeuGalD8Yqnq6P-YYRw_WVlAxag5KFmBu0YwCo4-N__LpQ2DVPNHFSudfqkjSma8aaCmqRP-xnAqn051-8oswL6Hyd3tW7FbmhAl/s640/blogger-image-777434044.jpg"></a></div><br></div><div><br></div><div><br></div><div><br></div><div><br></div>Jenniferhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02869480806310657162noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2824226257534441574.post-47603563157082486122013-10-06T22:38:00.002-04:002013-10-06T22:41:59.131-04:0031 for 21: Time to ReflectTomorrow is our third visit to Hope Haven Down Syndrome clinic. I'm so excited! We have had two amazing visits there so far, and I know tomorrow will be no exception. The past few days have really given me a lot of time to think about where we are and how far we have come. It seems like yesterday that Kennedy was a squishy newborn, fast asleep in my arms, while I obsessed over the fears of open heart surgery. Now she is a wild toddler, running up and down the beach and into the ocean. Although she has speech delays, she communicates with us to tell us what has caught her attention, her likes and dislikes, and what she wants or needs. Her personality is really coming out and she is growing up so much in the past few months. No more high chairs or booster seats for meals, she's requesting foods (which sometimes leaves me feeling like a short order cook) and she's chasing birds down the beach, trying desperately to catch them. She races to the elevator ithe hotel to push the buttons. <div>
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As usual, she is showing us how she really is more alike than different. I remember all of the stress I went through when Kennedy was born. All of the fears I had. I was so afraid I didn't have what it took to be the mom of a child with special needs. How ironic is it that I'm having a harder time parenting my "typical" child and Kennedy is proving to be the "easy one." The fact that I've sat in the pediatrician's office saying, "I don't know what to do with him." Yet, I don't think I've said that about Kennedy since that first day we got her diagnosis. Who would have known? </div>
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It's hard to believe the big changes we are facing over the next few months. Kennedy will be three before long, which ages her out of the state's Early Intervention program. It also makes her eligible for pre-school through the county school system. The idea of sending my child off to school full time at the age of three absolutely terrifies me. We have always felt that we would homeschool our children, but the closer we get, I wonder if it's the right decision. Not because she has Down syndrome, but because of her personality. And partly because she is so darn stubborn when it comes to working with me. She is much more willing to work with her therapists than me, no I wonder if she would do better in a school environment. But the idea of leaving my baby girl in someone else's care terrifies me. I'm finally considering the part time program which would have her in school four days a week, three hours a day. Some people think I'm crazy and that I should jump at the chance for a "break" but I'm still not convinced that this is the best avenue for our family. Part of it is because I feel like I know her so well, and that I should be the best person to teach her. And part of me is just plain terrified. I keep trying to convince myself that I can't let my fears hold her back from doing someone that she will enjoy and that will help her succeed.</div>
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With that, I'll leave you with some photos of Kennedy's latest beach adventure.</div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiQxQmlundqh6v2s-YTAZyNm3V-QAnBcYEdC4CjjDwLDwGHqfI8NBze7yIeNYHEgz5oiwOvaZ-y6_TqXI1nsaKW_sVMfwFnimhxJ30C-QKQWOEgSRZnQxCl5b9N4Kmx4tIl03_FnnpumOgD/s640/blogger-image--984254085.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiQxQmlundqh6v2s-YTAZyNm3V-QAnBcYEdC4CjjDwLDwGHqfI8NBze7yIeNYHEgz5oiwOvaZ-y6_TqXI1nsaKW_sVMfwFnimhxJ30C-QKQWOEgSRZnQxCl5b9N4Kmx4tIl03_FnnpumOgD/s640/blogger-image--984254085.jpg"></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg3rADtrOtvZHo0BLTR4V3tsu0sR9gUQ_1MoCLz5SAF_hMLPQPx6j3eyNKUQ2iVObo4sSEt3WBBPz09dxDGkITSN6bvBpnjQnfWW7C128ibW7jHCh3aKNTu95MfXnJEvGqVEx6Df1vh9eIS/s640/blogger-image-1977475265.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg3rADtrOtvZHo0BLTR4V3tsu0sR9gUQ_1MoCLz5SAF_hMLPQPx6j3eyNKUQ2iVObo4sSEt3WBBPz09dxDGkITSN6bvBpnjQnfWW7C128ibW7jHCh3aKNTu95MfXnJEvGqVEx6Df1vh9eIS/s640/blogger-image-1977475265.jpg"></a></div><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi2a5YZ1n24JdSRf0pCDF6PEqnivDvu4uJEdIB7u7vP5JgH9piNPOBbZ5GTZeqtVJAVSTrhkXqTxAT_fyGgngrJFGAEEVElcQFOOfDJTtNBwODpP0kirzBXosmOZi3w8z973WpIMtlTaDSA/s640/blogger-image-1925049134.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi2a5YZ1n24JdSRf0pCDF6PEqnivDvu4uJEdIB7u7vP5JgH9piNPOBbZ5GTZeqtVJAVSTrhkXqTxAT_fyGgngrJFGAEEVElcQFOOfDJTtNBwODpP0kirzBXosmOZi3w8z973WpIMtlTaDSA/s640/blogger-image-1925049134.jpg"></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjcWuZPO3b6Jx6bqbqapErIm_D48Zzqchlox5xJDKA0iU3oT8-T1FAUrVpejJ6qxqrSSM1awyb6rU1XYxKgmNIM5STOBkKSUFh_lRVUT5boEp9VKAcsN7gTxPqyLd33Sp8d2L3RMvB5iQHM/s640/blogger-image-640255087.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjcWuZPO3b6Jx6bqbqapErIm_D48Zzqchlox5xJDKA0iU3oT8-T1FAUrVpejJ6qxqrSSM1awyb6rU1XYxKgmNIM5STOBkKSUFh_lRVUT5boEp9VKAcsN7gTxPqyLd33Sp8d2L3RMvB5iQHM/s640/blogger-image-640255087.jpg"></a></div><br></div><br></div>
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Jenniferhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02869480806310657162noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2824226257534441574.post-30324862430151175242013-10-02T23:18:00.001-04:002013-10-02T23:18:05.920-04:0031 for 21: Our NormalWhen Kennedy was born I thought our lives were being flipped upside down. I wasn't sure that our lives would ever be "normal" and I was quite positive that our dreams would surely change. Boy was I wrong. In fact, I couldn't have been more wrong! <div><br></div><div>One of the big dreams my husband and I always had was vacationing with our children in Hilton Head. We have taken Kennedy twice, but this summer it was time to make it a true family vacation! We packed up our mini van, including both Grandmas for a 10 day vacation in Hilton Head! The kids had an absolute blast! Kennedy loved the beach, and was so excited to play in the sand and water. We spent every moment enjoying the beach and pool, and pretty much lived in our swimsuits the majority of the time. </div><div><br></div><div>We were also fortunate enough to meet up with one of my very talented friends, for some family photographs. I'm pretty sure our lives are about as normal as could be....</div><div><br></div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiACSKCSETru7OGarFr0cdvBCalfK7KF4e1A8aqUVirykfmbQEY4QH7phK9k8IqLQN_g0jA_8LkZVpAKL8le6fTKx52CAlvghGpHVG3z-kBabFxg89w7XANgt0rJFqscXgd8I73jCsnD6Pb/s640/blogger-image--1875281615.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiACSKCSETru7OGarFr0cdvBCalfK7KF4e1A8aqUVirykfmbQEY4QH7phK9k8IqLQN_g0jA_8LkZVpAKL8le6fTKx52CAlvghGpHVG3z-kBabFxg89w7XANgt0rJFqscXgd8I73jCsnD6Pb/s640/blogger-image--1875281615.jpg"></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg5fQNypGEWj19RZ3znc1yzUPvqUWpZefLi5Qi5FDwq5m5bGPtN8Rw46HnEQHRy1GMtpzMtz9G6w2WqS9PK-HbI4ZjXt_unqPXOQNlY8M1eKoRkFS3faH9BDtRnhqc5vG0-ftrRi2ZgUFIr/s640/blogger-image-1215041348.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; 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Down Syndrome Awareness month. I've been debating on whether or not to even think about my tradition to blog every day of the month to raise awareness. Especially since I haven't touched my blog in about 3 months. But here I am. I can't promise to blog every day, but I'm going to try really hard to take this as an opportunity to get back to blogging. There are a lot of things going on in our lives, and we are facing big choices as Kennedy gets closer to aging out of Early Intervention.<br />
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It's hard to believe that it was more than 2.5 years ago when we had the shock of our lives. When our first child, a sweet little girl, was born with Down syndrome. The news took us by surprise and the day of her birth brought about many emotions. Especially fear. But, I'm here to say, while sometimes I do still fear the future, the present is pretty awesome.<br />
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Kennedy continues to amaze me. Every. Single. Day. She is learning so much, and her personality really shows. She is talking and signing more, though her biggest delay continues to be speech. We are making progress though, and she definitely has the ability to communicate with us. She is still the sweetest little girl. So friendly and outgoing and by far, the BEST big sister. She loves Caleb so much, and they are best friends. They play so well together, and love on each other all the time. She asks for him first thing when she wakes up, and is lost when he's not around. I love the bond that they have.<br />
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I promise, I will have photos tomorrow, when I'm posting from the computer.Jenniferhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02869480806310657162noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2824226257534441574.post-13276514123657240852013-07-06T01:02:00.001-04:002013-07-06T01:02:52.909-04:00Celebrating 2 YearsThe Fourth of July was always a fun holiday. Camping, picnics, swimming, parties, fireworks. But in 2011, July 4th changed. It's not just about our country or our freedom anymore. July 4, 2011 was the day that we were admitted to All Children's Hospital for Kennedy's open heart surgery. It was by far one of the worst two days of my life. I remember every moment like it was yesterday, and yet it feels like it was an eternity ago. I remember holding my sleeping baby. Starring blankly into the dark sky. The extravagant display of fireworks over the St. Pete Pier. An amazing view of fireworks all over the Tampa Bay area. Something I would normally enjoy. Instead, I worried about what the coming hours would mean for our family. I feared the idea of handing over my baby to a surgical team. My worst fear was that we would have to leave the hospital with out our little girl. People told me she would be fine. I read blogs. I knew that babies made it through this surgery all the time, and that although it was a complex surgery it was one that was done often and successfully. But none of that eased my fears. The next day, Kennedy rocked her open heart surgery like the superstar that she is. July 5, 2011 was the day that we started living our lives again. <br />
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Last year, we celebrate July 4th at a hotel in downtown Tampa. We kept Kennedy up way past her bedtime to see the fireworks. As I watched the fireworks over the Bay, with her in my arms, I celebrated that her heart was fixed, and how far we had come. In my eyes, it was her first real Fourth of July, and nothing could ever be better. <br />
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Until this year. This year, I knew there would be no fireworks over the Bay. It was time to make new memories. Time to celebrate the two year anniversary of Kennedy's heart being fixed. We kicked off the day by taking part in a children's parade. Afterwards the kids got to explore a real fire truck. Later that night, we met our family and the kids played with their cousins and enjoyed the Fourth of July festivities at a local event. As I pulled them both in their wagon, I couldn't help but think about how much has changed in the past two years. On the night before her surgery, I couldn't imagine what another Fourth of July would be like. Kennedy celebrated by shaking her butt and dancing to the band, for the entire crowd to see. And when it came time for the fireworks, she sat on the blanket, occasionally hopping from person to person, gazing into the sky, pointing at each one in amazement. Clapping and cheering all along. Caleb stared into the sky, reaching his arm out with each explosion, trying to touch them. There we sat, surrounded by friends and family. My mom and my brother-in-law were there. The same people who were there on the night of July 4, 2011. But let me tell you, the memories were so much better this time around. As I carried my sleeping toddler to bed last night, I cried a few tears. She continues to amaze me every day, and she has blossomed into such an amazing little girl.<br />
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Today was another day, that I couldn't help but think back to every moment of that emotional day. As I laid in her bed snuggling her at 6:30, I thought about how that time two years ago the surgical team was wheeling her back. And as she swung from the bars and walked the balance beam at Little Gym this morning, I thought about how two years ago I was pacing the halls, waiting for the nurse to call us with an update. I am forever grateful to the surgeon, and entire medical team that took such amazing care of my baby on that day. <br />
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HAPPY HEART DAY KENNEDY!!!!</div>
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Everyone loves you so much, superstar!!! </div>
Jenniferhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02869480806310657162noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2824226257534441574.post-19418672897601800582013-06-26T23:43:00.000-04:002013-06-26T23:43:19.752-04:00Busy DaysKennedy never ceases to amaze me. She is growing up so fast, learning so much, and is such a wonderful big sister. I love to see the grown up things she does. Like sitting down with a book, and signing/saying words as she points them out. Part of her night time routine is to say goodnight to her baby and put her to sleep. The first night we did it, she made her own routine. She kissed her, hugged her, laid her in her bed, signed night night, bent over, put her finger to her mouth and said "sshhhh" and went and got in her bed! My heart just melted. She is learning new signs all the time. Of course, she only learns the ones she wants. For example, I've been trying to teach her the sign for help. We've been working on it for weeks. But I showed her the sign for cookie one day in the grocery store, and she now demands cookies when we get out of the car, at any store. She learned train in about five minutes one day, while we were at the park waiting to ride the train. She recently started Little Gym, and Kennedy is having a blast! On the first day when the teacher asked her to give her five, Kennedy ran up to her and hugged her. <div>
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These two kids keep me on my toes, which results in my blog suffering. But they are only little for such a short time, I just have to enjoy every moment enjoying them, and then spend all of my free time cleaning up after them. Although their small age gap is sometimes tough, I wouldn't have it any other way. They are best friends and have so much fun together!</div>
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Playing in the sand on our trip to Clearwater Beach!</div>
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Getting ready for her first swim in the Gulf of Mexico with mommy!</div>
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Caleb gets more kisses than any of us these days.</div>
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Checking out North Carolina beaches. We're not so sure...</div>
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Pushing Caleb on his car is one of her favorite things to do.</div>
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Climbing is another favorite past time.</div>
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Alike in so many ways, yet so different.</div>
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Still loving the swing!</div>
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The princess loves to color. And eat her crayons. (Does this EVER stop???)</div>
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Bathing beauty enjoying a break from her pool to have a popsicle.</div>
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Talk about my heart melting into a puddle. There just are no words.</div>
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Finally! Interested in something other than throwing the puzzle pieces. She claps for herself when she puts one in. Sometimes even if it's not in all the way or in the right spot.</div>
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Watching Signing Times and drawing! (Much better than eating crayons.)</div>
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I just love the way these two play and do things together. I never get sick of watching them do things together. Except maybe when they are fighting over the iPad.</div>
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Although she COULD stack blocks before, she had no interest. Now it's a favorite thing to do!</div>
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Along with climbing on the furniture and turning light switches on.</div>
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Their favorite activity? Making messes.</div>
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Brushing our teeth and practicing speech sounds before bed!</div>
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The day she learned the sign for train! </div>
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Taking care of her baby!</div>
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Who is this big girl running around the park?</div>
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She loves her brother so much, she can't even let him nap sometimes.</div>
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The Little People Disney Princess castle is one of their favorite toys to play with!</div>
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One morning I went to her room to get her, and she was in her chair, rocking her baby.</div>
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Mommy/Daughter Starbucks date after Little Gym.</div>
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Exploring new parks, and going down the big kid slides all on my own!</div>
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So, I'll start with an update. Kennedy is doing amazing, as always. She has been rocking speech therapy and we are seeing huge changes in her communication skills. New words and new signs show up all the time. She actually has a few that I've had to look up when she does them! One of her new words is butt, she was very proud when she learned that one, but thankfully the use of it is tapering off. She is our little super star and she's very happy that her "baby brother" is getting to be so much fun. She absolutely adores him and they are so cute playing together. Caleb, is a giant. He weighs about one pound less than she does. He is <i>FINALLY </i>starting to eat solids. Yes, that's right. It took my "typical" child 9 months to decide that he would just the rest of the world with eating solids. When Kennedy was a baby, everyone warned me that we would have feeding issues, need feeding therapy, etc. It was quite the opposite. She took off with solids, just before 6 months and never looked back. Who would have thought that we would have multiple conversations with the pediatrician about our "typical" son who should have no feeding issues. Ironic, huh? <br />
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This should be a blog post in itself. But since I've been such a horrible blogger, I felt bad posting a month later, with a random vent about the medical field. Today was Kennedy's Opthalmology appointment. I went there with great anxiety, over how I would amuse her for 2 or more hours while we went through the whole process. Thankfully, the iPad came through. Kennedy made a friend in the office, and they danced together to the ABCMouse letter videos. I'm sure her mother was just as thankful as I was that the kids made quick friends and amused each other. <br />
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Of course, there was some anxiety that we would be told she needed glasses. Yes, I know glasses aren't the end of the world. But the task of keeping glasses on a two year old...especially my crazy, determined toddler who has a mind of her own. The assistant got the drops in her eyes, Kennedy and her friend Jillian played, and all was going well. Maybe I let my guard down a little. I was immediately unimpressed with the physician. Especially when mid-exam he called out to the assistant to write a script for glasses. He then proceeded to *yell* at me for the way that I was attempting to hold her for the exam. Demanding that I need to get control of her, and hold her the right way, because clearly she can use her arms to push the equipment away. Oh, and don't forget - she's half my size so I should have no problem controlling her. He was also incredibly rude to his assistant. At one point I told him he had 30 seconds to finish his exam, or I was leaving. When he told me that she would need glasses, and I questioned the difference of opinions between our last Ophthalmologist, he explained his reasoning by saying, "Because this is how I do things. And I know it's not what you want to hear, but it is what it is." Wow. Great response, huh? Then he mentioned that we should get her plastic frames. His words were, "They aren't cute or stylish. But she's two. She doesn't need to be either." He continued to tell me that he would give me a prescription of the drops used to dilate her eyes. And that I should dilate her eyes 2-3 times a day to make her vision blurry, which would trick her into wearing the glasses. EXCUSE ME?????</div>
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And that was pretty much when I left. I have no intentions of going back. I've made an appointment with our physician in Florida, and we'll be seeing her next month. If Kennedy does need glasses, then we'll deal with it, and do our best to get her to wear them, with out using eye drops, which could have harmful effects, to trick her into wearing them. And if she doesn't wear them, well, then so be it. Some day she will get used to them. It is beyond me how some of these physicians can work with children. Or adults, for that matter. </div>
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It melted my heart, watching her walk next to daddy and Caleb, while pointing and quacking at the ducks.</div>
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<i>Here ducky, have some old stale bread.</i></div>
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<i>Where's more bread mama?</i></div>
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Talk about backing him into a corner...</div>
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At least she snuggled him after he got rescued.</div>
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<i>Mama, I'll help you </i><span style="text-align: left;"><i>cook.</i></span></div>
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<i>It's finally warm!!!</i></div>
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It gives a whole new meaning to, "stay out of the cabinets." </div>
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Big girl - loving the slide! It may soon replace swinging.</div>
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The two of them together brings me so much joy.</div>
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<i>Warm weather is the only thing that could make this better.</i></div>
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<i>Look mom!!! They are wearing a hat!</i></div>
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<i>I'm a beach girl!</i></div>
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<i>Keep walking Grandma.</i></div>
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<i>This wagon is the best!</i></div>
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<i>Caleb, it's just a bubble!</i></div>
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Jenniferhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02869480806310657162noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2824226257534441574.post-20970094822096533722013-04-16T22:49:00.000-04:002013-04-16T22:49:04.244-04:00Just a Typical ToddlerWhen Kennedy was born I had no idea what was ahead. I had no idea what life would be like in 2 weeks, 2 months or 2 years. I quickly found out, that life was pretty typical. And the older she gets, the more similarities I see. She is sweet and adorable and so much fun! She is also in the midst of the terrible twos! She can throw a tantrum like any other two year old - complete with foot stomping. She's also an amazing big sister. She loves to give her brother kisses, and always comes running when he's upset. She thinks it's so funny to tickle his feet and his belly. <br />
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Her communication skills are growing by leaps and bounds. She's picking up new signs and words daily! She is copying everything we do. In fact, this week she attempted to stir the food (on the real stove) and took a plastic cup out of the pantry and tried to get ice/water from the fridge. She loves to climb on the furniture. And she has mastered opening doors. She climbs the steps at the playground and goes down the slide. She loves music, dancing and dogs. She asks us daily for a dog. We still haven't given in. <br />
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She amazes me more and more every day, and I could not be more proud of her. I love seeing her learn new things and the look on her face when she accomplishes a task. <br />
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Here's some quick photos of our last trip to Washington D.C. I have some adorable photos on my phone, but I seem to be having technical issues. You can also get a sneak peek of her dancing, her enthusiasm for a dog and her quacking, which she started completely on her own after watching the ducks one afternoon. <br />
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Jenniferhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02869480806310657162noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2824226257534441574.post-56719886508068183492013-04-01T21:24:00.000-04:002013-04-01T21:24:45.663-04:00Little Miss Chatterbox I was thrilled when Kennedy started walking. She walked relatively early for a child with Down syndrome. I couldn't have been any more proud when those one or two baby steps transformed into her being an independent walker. But what about talking? Communication has been a tough one. And admittedly I spent a lot of time worrying. What if she never talked? And yes, sometimes it felt that way with crawling and then walking. But how many times have you seen someone with Ds that doesn't know how to walk? Yeah, me neither. But the reality is, some individuals with Down syndrome are not able to talk. I'm not sure that I ever admitted to anyone just how real this fear of mine was. I tried to focus more and more on signing, and while she used a few signs, they were far and few between and overall she just didn't show much interest in using them. She spoke a few words, but seeing how much other 2 year olds were talking was sometimes hard.<br />
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Until last month. Shortly after she turned two. In true Kennedy fashion, she decided she was ready. She randomly started generating words and signs. Some that we have barely worked on. Over the past few weeks she has continued to add more and more signs and words to her vocabulary. This weekend she put three signs together and asked to eat more crackers. We took an impromptu trip to Virginia to see some family, who happen to have two golden retrievers. As soon as she saw them she pointed, yelled dog, and then signed it. Over and over and over. She asked to be put down. But then the dogs rushed to play, knocking her over and licking her face. She was no longer a fan of the dogs. However she has been talking about them repeatedly since Saturday. Using both the sign and word. I may need to invest in a soft, snugly puppy that barks and plays. And runs on batteries, because I don't have that kind of time when it comes to taking care of animals. <br />
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It's an amazing feeling to see her signing things not just for her basic needs, but about things that she sees and things that excite her. Although we aren't having true conversations, I feel like we are able to communicate so much more these days. <br />
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So, the hard work is paying off. I am so proud of Kennedy and how hard she is working at speaking and signing. And I feel a sense of accomplishment. These are all things I've taught her. We haven't had any sort of consistent speech therapy since we left Florida. Last week was our first real session with the therapist in North Carolina. I feel like she will be a great fit for us and provide a lot of guidance. We're facing a lot of tough decisions regarding Kennedy's future and education, as she prepares to age out of the early intervention program at age 3. Her recent accomplishments and progress have me feeling more confident about our decisions. But that's another topic, for another day.<br />
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Here are a few photos from our Passover and Easter celebrations.<br />
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Jenniferhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02869480806310657162noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2824226257534441574.post-37263711284168494892013-03-28T23:50:00.004-04:002013-03-28T23:50:54.285-04:00Dreams Do Come TrueWhen Kennedy was born I was scared. I had no idea how much Down syndrome would change my life. In the past two years I've realized that it has changed it more for the positive than anything. We enjoyed our vacation so much. Kennedy absolutely LOVED Disney. She loved the characters. She ran up to them all, hugged them and kissed them over and over. She even hugged a few photographers. It was a trip that we dreamed of taking long before we had kids. Long before Down syndrome came into our lives. <br />
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<i>It's DISNEY, people!!!!!</i></div>
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<i>How do I hug this dude?</i></div>
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<i>I'm coming!</i></div>
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<i>Hi Daffy!</i></div>
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<i>Hey tall dude? Dance with me.</i></div>
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She loved the rides! Especially Dumbo!</div>
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<i>Excuse me?</i></div>
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Truly the happiest place on Earth and an absolutely magical vacation for the entire family! I'm counting down the days until we go back.</div>
Jenniferhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02869480806310657162noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2824226257534441574.post-68021392527336672122013-03-17T21:48:00.000-04:002013-03-17T21:53:12.072-04:00She Amazes MeThis little girl amazes me more every day. There were many days that I have spent worrying about the delay in her communication skills. But in the past few months her receptive language has just grown by leaps and bounds. She is following more and more commands and showing us how much she understands every day. Not only that, but her expressive language is growing too. In the past few weeks she's started saying words like dog, ball, up, and down. She's started signing things like down and music. When we checked in to the hotel this week I took her to see the parrot, Lisa. She pointed at it, said bird AND signed it. Lisa said, "hello" to which Kennedy waved and said, "hi." Talk about melting my heart. Today in the pool, she signed her own version of "water." It wasn't quite correct, but I knew what she was getting at. I could not be more proud of this little girl. She's using about 10 spoken words and 10 other signs, as well as several word approximations. She's made some wonderful progress lately, and I'm starting to feel like there are probably a lot of words she can say, but is waiting for the right moment to surprise me with them! So my new mission is to find a way to bring them out. Maybe more vacations?<br />
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Speaking of vacation, this one is proving to be one of the best, and we're less than a week into it. That's saying a lot, because it's no secret that we make vacations a big priority in this family. Kennedy and Caleb are at such great ages for this one. Kennedy is really understanding all of the special things she gets to see and do and Caleb is really in to exploring and taking it all in. Yesterday we spent the day celebrating the 10 year anniversary of the birth center where Kennedy was born. It was great to see the wonderful women who were a part of both kids' births and who provided so much support during our NICU stay and some of the more challenging and emotional times after Kennedy's birth. We have spent time seeing old friends and enjoying the hotel on the beach (where we got married nearly 3 years ago.) The last time we stayed at this hotel was Kennedy's <a href="http://lifeasweknowit-jenniferm.blogspot.com/2011/06/kennedys-vacation.html">first vacation.</a> The month before her heart surgery. There were so many fears in my mind and it was definitely a bittersweet stay. But, here we are, 20 months later, and she is running around like any other toddler. We have all come so far in that time. This hotel will always hold special memories for us, for so many reasons. It was really neat watching Kennedy and Marlon run around the banquet room where our wedding reception was held. Tomorrow we head to Orlando to spend the week with family, and Mickey! We have made some wonderful memories this trip, and I've already taken over 1,000 photos. I'll try not to overload the post, but just give you some of my favorites. (Thanks to Blogger, these are in random order.)<br />
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Playing in the sand, she had so much fun and could have kept going for hours! </div>
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(Note to self. Or Grandma. We may need to invest in a sand box or table.)</div>
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<i>Why did we have to move out of this state?</i></div>
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<i>Mommy you are silly!</i></div>
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Kennedy takes her kisses very seriously.</div>
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<i>Come here J, I'm going to kiss you whethher you want it or not.</i></div>
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We miss "Aunt Angie" so much!</div>
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And Andrea too!</div>
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Shaking her butt (and arms) to Bruno Mars and Black Eyed Peas.</div>
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<i>Come here Caleb I want to kiss you! (Or pinch you!)</i></div>
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<i>Daddy, you are so funny!</i></div>
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<i>Too much sun, partying, good food and dancing. I can't take anymore mom!</i></div>
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It doesn't get much cuter than this? I love these moments between them.</div>
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Someone missed swimming outside.</div>
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<i>Bird!!!!!!</i></div>
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<i>I don't care how tired I am, let's dance people!</i></div>
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My little leprechauns. Or lucky charms. Either way, they're cute.</div>
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There's never too many kisses when it comes to handing them out to her little brother.</div>
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<i>Uh, Caleb? Can you come play instead of just picking up sand?</i></div>
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<i>Hey dad, check out the leaves. And the dirt. And the grass.</i></div>
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She doesn't love the pool or anything, right?</div>
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Pre-bedtime giggles and songs. Another melt my heart moment, where it hits me just how much these two are growing up.</div>
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In other news, we've been busy since the little miss celebrated her birthday. Her 2 year well visit went wonderful! She weighed in at 23lb 4oz and 32 inches, and although I typically dread the "developmental assessment" I found that this time wasn't so bad. I recognize that she has delays and apparently I've had a pretty realistic depiction of where she is because I didn't leave with an overwhelming feeling of how many things we should be working on. I adore our new pediatrician, who spent an unreal amount of time discussing things like nutrition and vaccines.<br />
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Unfortunately, a mere 12 hours after her "well visit" Kennedy got sick. Our first stomach bug. Which quickly made it's way through the house, and half the family. The stupid germs plagued her off and on for an entire week. Mommy and daddy learned that we can no longer call in the Grandmothers for backup, because they BOTH got incredibly sick. We spent a lot of time reading and watching TV. And keeping Kennedy from smothering Caleb with slobbery kisses. Good times. (Insert sarcastic eye roll here.) <br />
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Apparently turning two meant big things for Kennedy. I think we're finally beginning to see the shift from her focus on physical development to her communication skills. Don't get me wrong, Kennedy has never had trouble getting her point across. But her signing and speaking has definitely not been one of her strengths. However, in the past week she has picked up two new words and two new signs. She will run up to you with an iPhone, asking for music. She will ask to be put down. And although she's very capable of walking, she more often than not, asks to be picked up. Because apparently mommy needs the work out of carrying a combined 46+ pounds of kid. Her receptive language has continued to grow by leaps and bounds. We started working with a new speech therapist who I really like. Kennedy is not thrilled with her, but only because she makes her work. <br />
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And last but not least, Kennedy got to do something VERY exciting today. She was able to meet Lauren Potter, from Glee! Okay, so Kennedy didn't really understand the significance of it. And I had a horrible time getting her to sit still for a photo with her. Kennedy just wanted to run around, and she was over tired as a result of the time change. But I was incredibly excited about the opportunity. She was incredibly sweet! And Kennedy loved her iPhone. I'm pretty sure she was going to try to steal it. Unfortunately, my husband was juggling Caleb, and I was trying to snap photos. We were ALL trying to get Kennedy to cooperate, with out much success. But at least there is a photo of Kennedy with her, right? And we got her autograph. <br />
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Speaking of photos, here are a few of the latest, in random order. And a few videos of Kennedy's impressive dance skills. I would promise another blog update soon, but we're headed back to the sunshine state for some warm weather, beach time, friends, family and MICKEY MOUSE!!! So, as usual, the updates may be sparse, but I should have some great photos coming up!<br />
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<i>Watching Signing Times with brother! So incredibly sweet. </i></div>
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<i>Don't bother me mom, I'm reading.</i></div>
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<i>I'm going to kiss you brother!!!!</i></div>
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<i>Watch, this is how you throw a ball.</i></div>
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<i>And this is how you play the piano.</i></div>
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<i>MOM! Why won't he chase me???</i></div>
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<i>Come on Caleb! Chase me!</i></div>
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<i>Let me show you how this works Caleb.</i></div>
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<i>Just brushing my teeth.</i></div>
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Giving daddy kisses. Poor sick baby. </div>
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<i>Daddy, I'll read you a bedtime story.</i></div>
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<i>Hey people! </i></div>
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<i>I love this thing!</i></div>
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Mom fail. I dressed them both in gray stripes. And 5,000 people asked if they were twins.</div>
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My little princess doing her princess dance!</div>
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Dance Queen. She'll get every musical toy going just to dance.</div>
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Jenniferhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02869480806310657162noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2824226257534441574.post-62839412913001784802013-02-19T23:09:00.002-05:002013-02-19T23:09:37.024-05:00Happy Birthday Kennedy!!It's official. I have a two year old. I had a really well thought out post about how far we've come in the past two years. And I even had plans to highlight some fun facts about Kennedy. But she wore me out today, and I just don't think I have it in me to type out a real post. Maybe tomorrow. Today was a great day, but I'm not sure who was/is more exhausted. Kennedy woke up before 7am and was ready to kick off her birthday! We started with cards and gifts. (Of course, she had already gotten her BIG gift from us yesterday.) Grandma and Grammy came over. The day continued with pancakes at Ihop. Then swimming, until her lips were purple and she was shivering. She had a blast! We took her to Red Bowl for lunch, where she had her favorite chicken lo mein. Later today we met daddy for dinner at outback. Grilled chicken, and fruit, followed by all of the servers singing to her and presenting her with a giant ice cream treat. She was amazed. In between all of that included play time, dancing, singing, watching Minnie and being silly! Her fortune cookie at lunch was that she was full of energy and always on the go. I've never seen a more appropriate fortune for anyone. Caleb spent a lot of the day hanging with Grandma and Grammy, which gave me some much needed one on one time with Kennedy. We laughed and smiled a lot. It's days like this that mean so much. <br />
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So excited for her big birthday gift!</div>
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<i>More!!!!</i></div>
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<i>Best. Ice cream. Ever.</i></div>
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Jenniferhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02869480806310657162noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2824226257534441574.post-57890956579854036972013-02-17T21:50:00.001-05:002013-02-17T21:50:58.277-05:00To Blog or Not To BlogThere's no denying that my blog has been suffering lately. First I blamed it on a second pregnancy. Then the birth of our son. Then our relocation, the holidays, and most recently Kennedy's party planning. Now I'm already planning for upcoming travel, holidays, etc. There's no denying that I'm busy. The day to day life of a 2 year old and 6 month old is enough to keep me busy. Throw in appointments, therapy, and Kennedy's upcoming schedule of tumbling and Kindermusik classes, and it's no wonder I have no time for blog updates. But then I look at other bloggers. Bloggers who have more kids. Bloggers who have jobs outside the home. Bloggers who still find the time to write out meaningful posts, despite their busy schedules.<br />
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So is it that I don't have time? Or is there something more? I have to admit, that I often feel like I have nothing to write about. I mean, do people really care about our day to day lives? Do they care that we went to the park, swimming, or took yet another trip? I mean, over all our lives are pretty basic. We do the same things that most of my friends and their families do. I work with Kennedy more than my friends have to work with their "typical" children, but that's just the norm for me now. Sometimes it's frustrating that we have to work so hard. And I do sometimes worry about the future. And I do worry about her speech, as well as her overall development. But I see parents of "typical" kids with the same worries. So do people really want to read about our every day lives?<br />
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My mom keeps reminding me of all the readers who stumble upon my blog. The ones with a prenatal diagnosis who are shocked and scared. The mom who just gave birth to a baby and had a surprise diagnosis of Down syndrome. The parents who are preparing for their child's open heart surgery. We've been down a path that others are just beginning. I think back to how much other blogs helped me when Kennedy was born. Today a friend of mine reminded me that although our lives are normal and *boring* it's good for other people to see that. That having a child with Down syndrome really isn't that different. That Kennedy is more alike than different, and our life is, for the most part, just as we always imaged. Maybe even better. That had I known then, what I know now, I wouldn't have been so afraid. <br />
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So for now, I'll continue blogging. Occasionally. I'll continue posting photos and updates, my opinions and maybe even some of the activities that I do with Kennedy. And by popular request, I promise, I'll even start posting more of Caleb. <br />
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Last night as I wrote my blog post, I resisted all temptation to wake Kennedy up to play in the snow. But first thing this morning, when she woke up, I bundled her up and took her out for her first *real* snow experience!! It took me longer to dress and undress her than the amount of time we were out. She was less than impressed, to say the least. See for yourself.<br />
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<i>Excuse me? Can I go in please?</i></div>
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<i>What the heck am I sitting in?? (</i>And yes, she ate it.)</div>
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Under all those layers there is a toddler. Who went sledding down the hill once. She laughed, and then wanted to go in.</div>
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<i>You want me to make a what? Mom, I have no idea what a snow angel is and I can't move.</i></div>
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<i>Here Caleb, catch the ball!</i></div>
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<i>Pay close attention to me brother.</i></div>
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<i>My sissy is pretty cool.</i></div>
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<i>You want me to do what, Kennedy?</i></div>
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Trying desperately to teach him to crawl. She can't wait until he can keep up with her.</div>
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He's so unimpressed by her attempts.</div>
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<i>I love playing with my brother!!!</i></div>
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<br />Jenniferhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02869480806310657162noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2824226257534441574.post-30108148511197810032013-02-17T08:01:00.000-05:002013-02-17T21:51:43.807-05:00Turning Two!!!I've been busy <strike>preparing</strike> obsessing over Kennedy's birthday party for the last two weeks. I've been shopping, crafting, and cooking to make everything perfect for Kennedy and her guests! Unfortunately, Mother Nature had other plans for us today. Snow. I was very disappointed at first that many of our guests were not able to make it, but I was thankful for those that did, and to my family who came from out of town! I was determined that no matter what the turn out was, Kennedy was going to have an awesome party and a terrific day! That she did! She kicked it off with a pancake breakfast with daddy, and playing in some snow at the fake grass. She returned home to a house fully decorated and ready for a party! <br />
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As we sang happy birthday to her, I held back tears. It just doesn't seem possible that my baby girl is turning two in just a few days. I feel like I was just sitting in the NICU, scared to death of the future and the unknown. Now, she's a typical toddler. She's running around, making messes, playing with toys (or things she makes toys), exploring and having fun. She is a wonderful big sister to Caleb, and I am so blessed to have her as my daughter. She learns new things every day. She is no longer a baby, but a little girl. <br />
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Yesterday we were showing Grandpa our favorite park. I was pushing her on the swing. A dog was walking near us. She pointed and said, "dog." I could not have been more proud. This was not one of the many words that we have been working on. Especially since we don't have a real dog. My heart melted and I'm, pretty sure there were a few tears. Speech has been our biggest delay and I sometimes struggle with that, as I watch others her age talking in full sentences. The fear of, "what if she never really talks" is often in my mind. But then, she does something awesome like that. <br />
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Today as I watched her run around with her friend and her cousin, I realized just how far she has come in the past year. She amazes me every day and is such an inspiration. Her smile is truly infectious. <br />
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Here are a few photos from the day. I'll catch up on more photos and updates later this week.<br />
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<i>Dancing with her iPod!</i></div>
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<i>Look Caleb! I'll dance for you!</i></div>
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<i>I'm a party girl!</i></div>
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<i>Cooking with my friend Rylei.</i></div>
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<i>I love playing with Hannah!</i></div>
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<i>Bring on the cake!</i></div>
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<i>Kisses for Grandpa!</i></div>
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<i>Mmmmmm Cake!!!!!!</i></div>
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<i>Ooooooh, presents!!!!</i></div>
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<i>Good cake!!!</i></div>
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<i>What's this??</i></div>
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<i>Look peeps!</i></div>
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<i>I love all my new presents!</i></div>
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<i>Really great cake! </i></div>
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<i>It's SNOWING!</i></div>
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<i>Birthday girl!!!</i></div>
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I love this princess.</div>
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<i>Is that for me????</i></div>
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<i>Minnie kisses!</i></div>
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<i>The piano definitely wins the prize for favorite new toy!</i></div>
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Jenniferhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02869480806310657162noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2824226257534441574.post-11315493618213650362013-02-04T01:24:00.005-05:002013-02-04T01:24:56.086-05:00Late Night Photo Dump & UpdateBlog fail. Again. Are you surprised? Is anyone still reading?<br />
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Things have been busy. It's very rare that I get any free time, and quite honestly, when I do, I'd rather not spend it blogging. And I'm pretty sure that no one cares about what we do on a day to day basis, which is mostly what I write about these days. There was a pretty controversial piece on the Today show earlier in the week, which left me pretty disgusted. I had considered putting together a post on that. But then I decided that I needed a break from writing about the negativity and ignorance of people, because as hard as I try, I can't change the world. <br />
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I will say, I'm thankful for the wonderful group of friends that Down syndrome has given me. Some are online. I've never met most of them, and probably never will. But some I have. And earlier in the week I had the opportunity to meet a great group of women in my area, all moms to little ones with a little something extra. It was great to get out and make friends in the area, but especially friends that can relate. <br />
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We've been spending time with family. Have I mentioned how much Kennedy really enjoys playing with her cousins? Or maybe I should say that she enjoys playing with their feet. See exhibit A below.<br />
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Kennedy and her brother are also playing together so well lately. I absolutely love watching them together. Sometimes they play, and sometimes they have conversation in their own language. </div>
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We had one nice day, where we stayed outside for HOURS! Kennedy loved her chalk.</div>
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Excuse me? Who's that big girl? That one on the BIG GIRL swing!!!!</div>
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<i>Mom, I told you not to photograph bed head.</i></div>
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Playing music and dancing for Mickey!</div>
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Not in focus. But oh so cute.</div>
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Singing and dancing with brother!</div>
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Watch brother, you stack like this.</div>
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Dancing to the half time show.</div>
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Brother/Sister kisses!</div>
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Dancing/singing fool!!</div>
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Dancing maniac!</div>
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<i>Hey Grandma, you don't mind if I have <strike>some</strike> all of your fries, do you?</i></div>
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<i>Yeah, this whole winter thing? It sucks. I want my bikini back.</i></div>
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<i>Here Caleb, let me show you how this works. </i></div>
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We had a long break in therapy. The move, the holidays, getting things going in a new state. We started Developmental Therapy last week, and both Kennedy and I loved the therapist. Kennedy really showed off to her. This week we started speech. It didn't go so well. I think partially because of the three teeth she's got coming in, she was tired, and truth be told, she just wasn't interested in her toys. This week has also included countless phone calls to the insurance companies, and a Synagis shot. Sometimes it would be nice to sit back and relax, with out worrying about if the doctor's office sent the paperwork to have next month's Synagis shot, or what the speech therapist is going to think about her progress, when she doesn't cooperate during a session. <br />
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With that said, I do still know how amazing Kennedy is doing, and I can't believe how far we've come in two years. I don't usually focus on Down syndrome or the delays, and I typically follow the belief that she will do things when she's ready, as she's proven to us already. But every now and then, I have a day where I get frustrated by how hard we have to work for her to be able to do the same thing other kids do so easily. It definitely makes it more rewarding once she does it! <br />
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I promise, more photos soon. We have been busy with birthday party plans, appointments, broken sinks, broken couches, and freezing cold weather. I think we need to push it all to the side tomorrow and make a trip to the pool!Jenniferhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02869480806310657162noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2824226257534441574.post-43400837630160870942013-01-19T22:55:00.000-05:002013-01-19T22:55:13.758-05:0023 Months!I seem to be getting worse and worse with this blogging thing. Is it the fact that I have an almost 2 year old (gasp!) and a 5 month old? The fact that there's always laundry to be done, dishes to wash, toys to pick up? Birthday party plans/projects to be done/made? I'm pretty sure that this all contributes to my lack of blogging. But more than anything, I'm finding that I have less and less to talk about. I figure, people aren't all that interested in what we do every single day. Or in the 500 pictures I take a week. <br />
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Both kids are growing up at lightning speed. Kennedy is 23 months old today. In one month, we'll have a 2 year old!!! She's learning more and more by the day. Her motor skills are increasing like crazy. She now insists on carrying things up the stairs, walks with pillows the size of her, runs, climbs, etc. She finds something new to get into every day. Today we caught her carrying around a container of guacamole and an onion. And I don't mean from her play kitchen. Her receptive language is growing by leaps and bounds. She is signing and imitating more and more, and we're starting to see more progress in her expressive language. We could not be more proud of her. She is at such a fun age. Except when she grabs her brother's face. Or has a tantrum because I won't share my turtle mocha with her. But even when she has a tantrum, she's adorable.<br />
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I guess what I'm getting at is that our life is normal. There are days I don't think about Down syndrome. We're getting back into our therapy routine. We love our developmental therapist and she was very pleased with how well Kennedy is doing. Even on the days I do think about Down syndrome, it's just that. The same way I think about grocery shopping or paying bills. Just a part of life. It's not what defines Kennedy, but it is just a part of who she is. <br />
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Here are some photos and videos from the past week or so.<br />
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<i>Hey dad, can you teach me more about football?</i></div>
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<i>Yeah, I know, I'm a big boy now.</i></div>
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<i>Hey sissy, come play?</i></div>
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<i>Sitting at my table. Outside. In short sleeves. And 3 days later it snowed. </i></div>
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<i>Hey mom, I'm going to take this sample of diapers upstairs.</i></div>
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<i>Chillin' at the mall. In my skinny jeans and boots. </i></div>
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<i>I love you brother.</i></div>
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<i>Ssshhhh...It's 1am. I'm playing with sissy's toys while she sleeps.</i></div>
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<i>Driving a convertible at the museum. Dad, can I have one?</i></div>
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<i>Fake food is good. </i></div>
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We've also been busy exploring the city, and finding things to do. Most importantly, we found an indoor pool! Kennedy is especially thrilled about this, and has been trying to convince Caleb that he should love swimming as much as she does. <br />
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I think I've mentioned how motor focused Kennedy has been lately. In fact, she's been pretty much unstoppable. With little interest in "learning" or doing anything that doesn't involve running around, making messes, and getting into things. Apparently that got boring, or I have finally babyproofed all the fun parts of the house. She's back to wanting to play, and we're having so much fun! She loves to cook at her kitchen, feed and take care of her babies, and talk on the phone. You know, her iPhone. The one she carries around half the day, listening to music. She's really mastered stacking blocks, stacking her rings, her shape sorter, stacking with her peg farm, etc. She was also willing to show off some of her skills for her new speech therapist. She loves to bring me her sunglasses, so I can help her put them on, you know, so she can be a fabulous diva! (Imagine that.) <br />
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<i>I'm still confused about this pool situation, but at least I can swim!</i></div>
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<i>Mama said don't eat the sand. She said nothing about throwing.</i></div>
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<i>This pig is my favorite. I've had it forever, and I never get tired of it.</i></div>
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And just to show what a crazy girl I have on my hands. Here is Kennedy, with her gym set. I'm so thankful we have a house with a really good play area. This child needs it.</div>
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Jenniferhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02869480806310657162noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2824226257534441574.post-1042391894607822012013-01-03T22:14:00.001-05:002013-01-03T22:14:31.474-05:00Go Go GoI remember the days that I thought Kennedy would never walk. The days a year ago when she would crawl backwards, and get stuck under entertainment centers, tables, etc. Then came crawling forward. And cruising, and independent standing. Then one or two random steps. Then 5 or 6 steps. All of the sudden 20 steps!!! And now I can't stop her! Literally, in October when we were house hunting she made a record of 22 steps. By the time we moved 3 weeks later, she was a full time independent walker. Now, 6 weeks later, she's running. Girlfriend does not stop. She doesn't want to do puzzles, she doesn't want to watch Signing Times, she doesn't want to stack blocks. She wants to run around the house, playing with whatever happens to be in her path, for a few minutes at a time, but mostly tearing things apart and getting into everything. Throwing things into the Diaper Genie, pulling things out of the trash can, throwing books off shelves, emptying laundry baskets (clean or dirty), and emptying every cabinet. We're still missing TWO pairs of my husband's glasses. Yes, I said two. <br />
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We recently found a place called Monkey Joe's. When we took Kennedy for the first time last weekend, my husband had an alarmed look on his face, when we walked in to find huge bounce houses. He was definitely concerned. I wasn't sure what to expect, I felt like bounce houses were a little old for her, even on the toddler level, I wasn't sure what she would think. Well, she loved it. She crawled under, through and around all the different obstacles. Jumped and flipped off inflatables, went down slides, crawled, climbed, ran and bounced. We took her back today, for a play date. She was all over. Literally throwing herself against the sides, and sliding down. Bouncing, sliding, running. I am not sure which of us got more exercise but I can tell you, I'm exhausted. I was looking forward to photos of Kennedy and her friend, Ben, playing. Unfortunately, Kennedy didn't spend enough time in one place to even think about getting a picture today. Hopefully if we keep hanging out with Ben, his talking will rub off on her. Of course, there's also a chance that her wildness may rub off on him.<br />
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And this would be her today. I know. The worst photo ever. But the best one I could get, as she threw herself across the bounce house.</div>
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And just to show what a goofball she can be. </div>
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<i>Yes mom, I'm eating crackers for dinner. But give me more.</i></div>
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<i>What? I'm just working on my splits.</i></div>
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<i>Look for me in the gymnastics portion of the Olympics in a few years.</i></div>
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Jenniferhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02869480806310657162noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2824226257534441574.post-51433468877553461362013-01-02T22:16:00.003-05:002013-01-02T22:16:50.588-05:00Best FriendsWe always knew we wanted to have kids close in age. When Kennedy was born we thought we would need to delay our plans to have kids close together. We quickly learned that life wouldn't be all that different. Being pregnant and taking care of a very dependent child wasn't always easy. And having children 17 months apart has it's challenges. Some days I feel like I need to clone myself. But I wouldn't have it any other way. The smiles, the snuggles, hugs and kisses make it all worth it. <br />
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Caleb is definitely growing up fast. He's nearly 5 months old and weighing in with only a pound or two difference from his big sister! He's also hitting his milestones much earlier and with much less effort than Kennedy did. Sometimes it makes me sad, because I realize even more just how much harder she has to work. But we're getting to a point where they interact and are starting to play together. Kennedy adores Caleb, and takes every opportunity to give him kisses. She loves to help him bounce in his jumper and she will go crazy dancing for him. She's not the only one. Caleb idolizes Kennedy. He will stare at her and screech, jump and bounce while she eats. He always smiles at her and tries to get her attention. I can tell they are already best friends. I remember the first time I took them both to the pediatrician by myself. It was like a train wreck. Kennedy was sick, and Caleb was hungry and sick of being in his seat. It was a screaming mess. I thought I was going to lose my mind right there in the office if I didn't grow a few extra arms. The doctor told me that it would be hard, and Kennedy wouldn't get every bit of my attention anymore, but that I was giving her the best thing I could, in giving her a brother so close in age. She also told me that they will teach each other a lot. And I can definitely see that will be true before I know it. <br />
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Some days I don't get to shower until 11pm. Some days my husband comes home to a house that looks like a hurricane came through. Some days I don't put a bite of food in my mouth until dinner. But every day I look at my babies and I am so thankful for the wonderful bond that they already have. I don't have any siblings, so I can't say what that bond is like. Seeing them interact with each other just melts my heart and puts a smile on my face. While I'm sad that Caleb is growing up so quick, I'm also excited to see their relationship continue to grow. I'm looking forward to seeing them play together and share new experiences.<br />
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<br />Jenniferhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02869480806310657162noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2824226257534441574.post-43951555201460441452013-01-01T02:27:00.000-05:002013-01-01T02:27:06.804-05:002012 Wrap UpWhat a year 2012 was! I would say it was less stressful than 2011, but I'm not sure that's appropriate. It was just less stressful in the sense that we weren't facing an unexpected Down syndrome diagnosis and open heart surgery. In fact, we received an excellent cardiology report and don't have to return to them for a year. Kennedy literally grew from a baby into a toddler, before our eyes. As I look back on some of the THOUSANDS of photos of her from the past year, it's evident just how much of a little girl she has become. Though she will always be my baby. We became a family of FOUR! Caleb has been such a wonderful addition to our family, and Kennedy has proven what a wonderful big sister she is. We vacationed, a lot. We spent a great deal of time with family. Sadly 2012 was also the year we said goodbye to my Grandfather and my husband's Grandmother, two very special people in our lives. We said goodbye to our friends, family and therapists in Florida, and <strike>packed our things</strike> watched others pack our things, to make a 750 mile move to North Carolina. This has been a big adjustment, especially for the kids. We're trying to make friends here, and 6 weeks after moving we STILL do not have therapy established. But, it's worth the cold days and fights for therapy to have my husband home every night. <br />
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Kennedy and Caleb attended their first New Year's party this year, and they both stayed up until after midnight! She was the social butterfly she always is, and made her way from person to person, dancing and showing her sweet smile. 2012 was a great year, full of many wonderful memories, a lot of firsts, new milestones, big and small, and change. I'm excited to see what 2013 will bring for our family!<br />
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I wanted to go back and highlight some of my favorite posts, videos, photos, and memories. But nap time was barely existent today, and now I'm way too tired. If I don't get this post up tonight, it won't happen. So here's a quick look back at the past year.<br />
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Kennedy turned ONE! We celebrated by having a big party with family and friends! </div>
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We spent July 4th celebrating Kennedy's one year heart-aversary. </div>
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We prepared to become a family of four!</div>
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Caleb was born, making us a family of four, and making Kennedy a big sister!</div>
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And what an amazing big sister she is!</div>
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Kennedy met many milestones - signing, her first words, building with blocks, crawling, standing and biggest of all - WALKING!!!</div>
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We celebrated every holiday, in a big way!</div>
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We smiled, we laughed and we made a lot of memories.</div>
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We traveled - a lot. Sea World, Disney World, Orlando, Marco Island, Sanibel Island, Chesapeake, Raleigh, and Hilton Head...just to name a few. Kennedy even took her first flight. And both kids made many road trips.</div>
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We spent time with family. We said goodbye to friends, and have made some new friends. </div>
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We made the big move from Florida to North Carolina.</div>
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Kennedy and Caleb have had to adjust to what winter really is.</div>
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We celebrated Thanksgiving in our new home!</div>
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We had a wonderful family Christmas!</div>
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And just tonight, we said farewell to 2012 and welcomed 2013 with friends and family.</div>
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I feel truly blessed for my wonderful husband, our amazing children and both of our families. Happy New Year to you and your family!Jenniferhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02869480806310657162noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2824226257534441574.post-79576350476309253412012-12-26T12:27:00.002-05:002012-12-26T12:27:45.910-05:00Merry Christmas!I hope that everyone had a wonderful Christmas! We have had a busy but fun week! We did a lot of shopping, and had a lot of craft time. Kennedy enjoyed making cards with her thumb prints, and salt dough ornaments for daddy, and her grandma's. I made her a felt tree with ornaments to take off and rearrange how ever she wanted. She played with it a little, but mostly ran around with them. After all, Kennedy doesn't care much for anything that requires her to be stationary for more than 90 seconds. I really enjoyed making new traditions with my babies. And although I haven't been able to teach Kennedy to make animal sounds, I did teach her to say, "Ho ho ho!" She has walked around saying ho ho ho all week. And it's the cutest thing ever. Unfortunately, it seems our new Christmas tradition is for Kennedy to be sick. Fortunately she was in a great mood, but had snot running down her nose in most photos. Christmas Eve was busy with last minute errands and baking. Kennedy had a great time helping me bake and decorate cookies. She stirred up a bowl of sugar and then tossed it behind her. We kicked off Christmas morning with cake butter pancakes and got right to work with gifts! Kennedy was greeted by a new table and chair set on the patio, a kitchen set and a Servin' Surprises Table. The kitchen was a HUGE hit. She scored tons of puzzles, Little People sets, dolls, their accessories...the list is endless. As you'll see from the pictures below, Santa was very good to everyone! It was an amazing Christmas! I feel truly blessed to have a wonderful family and such amazing children. It was so much fun to see their faces light up, and I know Christmas will only get better each year. <br />
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<i>Yes, I know I'm cute.</i></div>
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<i>Giving brother kisses!</i></div>
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<i>Baby's First Christmas!</i></div>
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<i>Mom, this coat thing sucks.</i></div>
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<i>This felt tree is cool, but not as cool as the real tree.</i></div>
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<i>I'm ready to bake mama!</i></div>
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<i>How about these sprinkles mom?</i></div>
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<i>Can you put extra in?</i></div>
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<i>"Ho ho ho! I'm baking!"</i></div>
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<i>It's cool mom, I'll just sit up here.</i></div>
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<i>Can we make cranberry bark next?</i></div>
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<i>Really mom? I can decorate this?</i></div>
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<i>Oh, you didn't want me to eat it?</i></div>
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<i>This is yummy mom. More please?</i></div>
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<i>Ho ho ho! Santa will love this!</i></div>
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<i>Checking for Santa!</i></div>
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<i>Ho ho ho! Better get the windex mom!</i></div>
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<i>Santa came!!</i></div>
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<i>Baby's First Christmas!</i></div>
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<i>The little chunky monkey!</i></div>
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<i>For me???</i></div>
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<i>Want some coffee dad?</i></div>
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<i>Sure Grandma, I'll pour you a cup.</i></div>
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<i>Who's on the phone?</i></div>
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<i>I'm mixing up some scrambled eggs mom.</i></div>
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Running for the gifts!!!</div>
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Diving right in!</div>
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<i>I love it Grandma!</i></div>
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She ran to the door with her new keys and said, "Bye!"</div>
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<i>This is cool mom.</i></div>
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<i>My friend Mickey!!!</i></div>
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<i>I love you baby.</i></div>
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<i>Caleb made me this???</i></div>
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Giving "Stitch" kisses.</div>
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<i>Weeeeeee go faster Grandma!</i></div>
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