Travis and I were married July 27, 2002. After a couple years of marriage, we decided we'd had enough of sleeping in on weekends and quiet, leisurely dinners out. So we had Scott Alexander on December 20, 2005. Juliet Evelyn followed on October 31, 2007. A leisurely dinner is now defined as one where nobody cries or throws food. And forget sleeping in - we've been perpetually sleep-deprived for the past two years. But we are loving life as a family of four, even if our entire wardrobes are peppered with spit-up stains and our living room looks like a Fisher Price showroom.
Both kids are doing well, although Juliet is recovering from a mild bout of RSV that resulted in a trip to the ER last Saturday with a high fever. It made me pretty nervous, but other than a mild cough, she's been doing well ever since. Her pediatrician gave her a clean bill of health Thursday morning, much to my relief. Being stuck in the house all week with a 2-year-old and a 10-week-old was making me more than a little insane.
Here's the little patient during her ER visit with my mom and me. She was such a trooper.
Not to be outdone, Scott busted his chin open on our concrete floor Tuesday afternoon and enjoyed his own trip to the emergency room. Fun times! Thankfully, no stitches were involved. The doctor was able to close the wound with glue. Scott charmed all of the nurses in the ER and giggled the entire time the doctor was gluing his chin. He was the hit of the hospital, crazy kid.
Scott amazes us every day with all of the new things he is doing. He has a diagnosed chromosome disorder - partial trisomy 1 - and while he is in perfect health, he is developmentally delayed in most every area. He has wonderful therapists - occupational, physical and speech - with whom he works every week, and he absolutely loves them. Scott took a few unassisted steps several weeks ago on his second birthday and is walking more and more steadily while holding onto my or Travis's hand. He is such a big boy, and we're so proud of him.
Here he is yesterday afternoon, refusing to take a nap. Stinker.
I hope you enjoy reading along about our family. Please feel free to leave a comment - we would love to hear from you!
6 comments:
Hi Betsy,
Afton and I love your website. She is a big fan of the Scott video. We have now seen in 3 times! Juliet's room is adorable. We just might have to paint Afton's new room green. I am sorry that you all have been in the ER so much lately. I bet it was scary and exhausting all at once. Tell Scott that we are so proud of his walking. His progress is a testament to his strength and your devotion. Your kids are lucky to you as their mom. We miss you all! Love- Samantha & Afton
Thanks for stopping by, Samantha! I've been trying to get a video of Scott walking for the past week, but of course he refuses to do it when I have the camera out. Punk. Smooch Afton for me. :)
Betsy, this blog is perfect. Thank you for posting the pictures, I have been missing you and the kids so much. They are growing up so much. I can't wait to see you guys in March.
Love,
Angel
Hi Ms. Swenson,
I saw the pictures of your adorable children and had to take a sec to let you know how beautiful I think they both are. You aren't bad yourself. Wherever does your family get those looks?
Your Dad
I love those babies! I'm impressed that your hospital has a photographer on staff.
Hi Bets! Have been wondering how you are doing from LJ days. Last I knew you were moving back into your house after Katrina and picking out new furniture. How wonderful to find out you've added another member to your family. I look forward to catching up.
Leslie
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