Update on Ava

One word to describe Ava would be ACTIVE! This girl is non-stop, on the go and into everything. Let's just say I enjoy her naps more than she does right now--it's the only time I can get things done around here! Ava has started a Mom's Morning Out program 2 days per week now and seems to enjoy herself--at least that's what the teachers tell me. I take this time to get our grocery shopping and errands done. Ava is not too hip on being strapped into anything right now, no shopping carts, no strollers, no car seats, so shopping with her is quite the adventure. She is so happy with her freedom right now and loves to do everything by herself. If she sees you do something, she is going to try it herself. One big thing is that we are potty training her and she's doing pretty good with it. Hopefully she will be out of diapers/pull-ups soon.

Ava's health seems better. We took her for an upper-GI test and spine x-ray a month ago. She didn't have anything obstructing her GI tract so she has been diagnosed with acid reflux for now. The medicine seems to be helping a little, but she still throws up every now and then. She coughs and gags and gets the hiccups every day, so we are still researching her problems. Her lower back has an indentation visible from the outside and looks almost mis-shapen from an injury of some sort. The x-ray didn't reveal anything internal, so the doctor is not worried about it. She is receiving physical therapy for her muscle development and walking issues and therapy for her speech as well. She is really starting to talk a lot more--it's fun to watch her transforming so quickly. Here are some recent photos.

Chillin in my crazy glasses!

I found Emma's old winter hat and mommy's oven mits. I am ready for Kansas Winters!

Daddy and Ava watching Emma cheering!

Sisters!

Ava actually wanted this bow in her hair because Emma had one for the game. Of course she took it out before we even got out of the garage on the way to the game!