Great News!

A few weeks ago Adam had his check-up at the Doctor, at that visit the Doctor said that he was not gaining weight the way he should be. He was only 12 lbs which put him low on the growth chart. I was told to start giving him cereal and baby food and to come back in 3 weeks. After 2 weeks I went to the HD to have him weighed, and still, only 12 lbs. My heart sank, worry set in and I was afraid something was wrong. I spoke to a friend (an early interventionist) who advised me to also include some formula into his diet while continuing to nurse. I listened and began giving about 8-12 oz of formula on top of his baby food and nursing. Today we went back to the doctor, and much to my relief he weighed 12.14, 14 oz. he gained in 9 days. Thank you Lord for your blessings and guidance. He is doing well and is continuing to grow.

Tonight we were playing and he was laughing because he is ticklish under his arms. His smile spreads all across his face. I love him (all of them) more each day. I am so thankful that Adam seems to be fine. He just needed a few more calories in his diet.

We are blessed!

Labor Day Week-end

This was a great Labor Day weekend, nice and mostly relaxing. We were able to spend lots of time with each other. Friday night we had "Family Movie Night." We rented a movie for the kids, properly placed the bean bags in the floor, popped stove top pop corn, and gathered up in the family room for "Everyone's Hero." The movie was good and the kids loved the popcorn and bean bags!

By the way, Katy lost her earring on Thursday night and refused to let me put it back in. So, me being the great Mom I am decided to try a little bribe, I bought her a new Pet Shop toy in hopes she would let me put it in in exchange for the Pet Shop, however she did not. She has looked at the toy many times, but even though she wants it she won't let me put the earring back in. Eventually I will break down and give it to her, but right now I am still hoping she will let me try to get it back in.

Sunday we went to church and then to our Burch family picnic. It was good and it was nice to see everyone. However, it was a little sad to realize that out of the 8 brothers and sisters, only 3 are left. Aunt Mary, Aunt Tommie, and Daddy. Aunt Mabel just passed this year. Ann and Joe presented our Burch family cookbooks to everyone, that was great. They are filled with good recipes and great old pictures. That night we went to a cookout with some friends.

Monday was spent cleaning and chasing youngin's. Then off to dinner with Chad and Heather. Fun! Fun! The kids love it there since they have a "Jump-a-line."

Here we go again with school, Katy's second week. Wow, she is so big, she will ride the bus home this week! Big step!

To the fam-I have loved the time I have gotten to spend with you this weekend. Katy, you are beautiful and so sweet. Mason, you are helarious, and so sweet. Adam, you are growing every day, and are so sweet as well. Darren-you are a great husband and I love you! I love you all!