I know it's been awhile since I've written you all so I'll try to fill you in on what has happened. James is now 16.5 months old and becoming more independent. For example he refuses to eat when we try to feed him, yet he let's them feed him at daycare. As a result, he feeds himself dinner and only eats the protein and leaves the veggies and carbs. Anyone have any tips on getting a toddler to accept his parents feeding him!
On his medical side we visited a pediatric ENT who is trying to help us get an appointment with the ENT specialist who can do tube surgery. In case you weren't aware, James suffers from ear infections and we believe tubes will help the liquid drain properly therefore no more ear infections. I'm a little afraid of this surgery, but I understand that it's a very fast and safe procedure. Plus the benefits far outweigh the negative. :) We got an appointment in Sept 28th. This is taking far too long, but I'll have to wait.
Otherwise we are enjoying the summer. We've taken James to the splash pad. He sorta likes it, I think he's a little scared when he sees all the water shooting everywhere. He just puts his hands in it. I held him a bit to get wet, but I'm kinda glad he's cautious because we can't let any water get into his ears.
We also went to the zoo. We planned a trip with some other families and we walked around with the kids. They enjoyed it, especially the splash pad there and they had a kid zone where there are barnyard animals. James was so excited to see the bunnies. Lol, he didn't want to leave. He also wanted to put his hands through the gates of the goats and lama, not a good idea since they bite. He was not too please with us when we pulled him away. I made a great lunch for him and he ate some, but we gave him a treat and let him eat some french fries. He loved them and ate a lot. He and Sameera where excellent at the lunch table and both stayed in their strollers the whole time! On our way home he fell asleep and slept the entire night! Looks like we need to visit the zoo more often.
We are currently enjoying a long weekend here, so Adit and I are both off today. I decided to be a homemaker and make some lasagna while Adit took James out for a bike ride. Yes, that's right, we got James a bike seat. It makes going to and from daycare and work so much easier. James didn't want to wear the helmet at first, but now he doesn't mind. He loves the ride. I ride home with him from daycare and we always stop near this restaurant that plays loud music. When I turn around to check on him at the red light I see his head bobbing and he's dancing. Lol! Otherwise he's looking around, pointing, and talking. I haven't taken any pics of this yet, but I will and post them soon. He is such a cute passenger. Yesterday, some officers in a cruiser even stopped to talk to him. Of course he was quiet, but gave them a good stare down. Lol!
Also James started saying some more words. He says Uh-oh and Crackers. I'll try to get them on video and post it soon too. it's hilarious, especially the way he says crackers. He also now says Mama in a sweeter voice, it melts my heart.
Well I hope you are having a great long weekend, or a great day at work!
Happy reading!
Rachel
On his medical side we visited a pediatric ENT who is trying to help us get an appointment with the ENT specialist who can do tube surgery. In case you weren't aware, James suffers from ear infections and we believe tubes will help the liquid drain properly therefore no more ear infections. I'm a little afraid of this surgery, but I understand that it's a very fast and safe procedure. Plus the benefits far outweigh the negative. :) We got an appointment in Sept 28th. This is taking far too long, but I'll have to wait.
Otherwise we are enjoying the summer. We've taken James to the splash pad. He sorta likes it, I think he's a little scared when he sees all the water shooting everywhere. He just puts his hands in it. I held him a bit to get wet, but I'm kinda glad he's cautious because we can't let any water get into his ears.
We also went to the zoo. We planned a trip with some other families and we walked around with the kids. They enjoyed it, especially the splash pad there and they had a kid zone where there are barnyard animals. James was so excited to see the bunnies. Lol, he didn't want to leave. He also wanted to put his hands through the gates of the goats and lama, not a good idea since they bite. He was not too please with us when we pulled him away. I made a great lunch for him and he ate some, but we gave him a treat and let him eat some french fries. He loved them and ate a lot. He and Sameera where excellent at the lunch table and both stayed in their strollers the whole time! On our way home he fell asleep and slept the entire night! Looks like we need to visit the zoo more often.
We are currently enjoying a long weekend here, so Adit and I are both off today. I decided to be a homemaker and make some lasagna while Adit took James out for a bike ride. Yes, that's right, we got James a bike seat. It makes going to and from daycare and work so much easier. James didn't want to wear the helmet at first, but now he doesn't mind. He loves the ride. I ride home with him from daycare and we always stop near this restaurant that plays loud music. When I turn around to check on him at the red light I see his head bobbing and he's dancing. Lol! Otherwise he's looking around, pointing, and talking. I haven't taken any pics of this yet, but I will and post them soon. He is such a cute passenger. Yesterday, some officers in a cruiser even stopped to talk to him. Of course he was quiet, but gave them a good stare down. Lol!
Also James started saying some more words. He says Uh-oh and Crackers. I'll try to get them on video and post it soon too. it's hilarious, especially the way he says crackers. He also now says Mama in a sweeter voice, it melts my heart.
Well I hope you are having a great long weekend, or a great day at work!
Happy reading!
Rachel
