Quick Update

Still no camera, so you have to deal with me writing a ton more. I'll try to be quick and brief.

Cash was still not acting better, so we brought him in yesterday to find that his antibiotics were not working and he developed an ear infection. So, with a stronger medicine in his system, he seems to be a lot happier. But, not without a new problem. Bad diaper rash. Well, bad by my stand point. I know it could be worse. My poor boy has had it rough lately. We are hoping for a new, fresh start to the week and getting back to life.

With that said, everyone seems to be doing better. Friday, both Ross and I were down with the flu. The bad flu. At least it was only a 24 hour flu. Both of us sick trying to deal with a sick Cashie-not good. And Dane was so amazing. My parents took him for several hours so he could get out and do some fun stuff. Thank goodness for that. I'm soooo looking forward to getting back to our routines and fun activities.

Nothing else new, but I think I'm ok with that. Sickness for almost 3 weeks is just too much. I'm so greatful that we are getting healthy again. The one plus I have found to being quarentined to our home for so long...I'm even more in love with my boys. If that's possible. I feel so blessed to have such a sweet, smart, absolutely hilarious, affectionate, loving Dane-bug. I think I've laughed more in the last 3 weeks than I have in a really long time. And Cash...even though he's been so sick, he's still had his happy, fun moments. He is extremely close to crawling. Like any day. And sitting up. He's busy. Ok. I'm not going to continue on with my bragging, but we really are lucky parents.

A Week of All That?!?

We have had a very interesting week! After a fun trip to the dr. last Wednesday, we discovered that Dane had his first set of ear infections and a horrible chest cough. Yes, I said set. Poor guy gets his first infection and is blessed with two. He's been a trooper though and is finally starting to feel good. It was sad seeing him down and out.

A surprise 30th party for the hubby turned out great! He was surprised and we all had a fun night. Alas, after the fun, I awoke with a terrible cold. Apparently my boys passed something to me. I now say boys, because by this point, Cash has developed some of the cough that Dane had. We then decide to spend Valentine's eve out on the town and make a trip to the Maple Grove Maze. It was great fun for Ross and Dane who climbed through all of the big tunnels and tubes. The place was packed-I guess everyone else thought it would be empty too.
Brought Cash back into the dr. Tuesday to get his cough and raspy voice checked out (he's had almost no voice for over a month-he used to cry really loud and they think he strained it. They think his acid reflux and this sickness may be keeping it raspy). Wow. After spending two hours at the clinic--toe prick and x-ray--Cash was diagnosed with pneumonia. Oh my poor little baby. He didn't even act really sick. He was still laughing and playing and eating a ton. The only problem I noticed was his bad cough. So he has been on antibiotics now for 24 hours and we are hoping he gets better soon. I'm still feeling very under the weather-not too sure what I'm dealing with. And to top off all of this, I lost our camera. We can't find it anywhere. I haven't seen it since we were at the Maze. Great. No pictures to post of all of these events as they are all on the camera that I no longer have. Ross thinks I lost it on purpose because I want a new camera. Not true, but good timing!

So, sorry for all the writing but it's been a crazy week. I'm getting very stir crazy and need out, but I also need all of us well before we do that.
Hopefully I'll be back sooner than later with new picture updates and healthy news!
Until then...

Happy Birthday Daddy!

Today, Ross turned the big 3-0. It's kind of a big deal in our house-as all birthdays are-but especially for Ross and myself. It's a big number. One that we are both amazed is already here.

With that said, I want to wish Ross a very happy birthday! I want to remind him of how special his family finds him to be. I want him to know that our life is so beautifully blessed because of him. I need Ross to know that he is the best husband, the best dad, the best provider and my best friend. Thank you Ross, for everything that you do for us. We love you so very much.

The following is a small look back at some of the great times of Daddy and kids :

(The one pre-baby picture I have of the two of us)

9/1/06-Dane's Arrival!

Ross and I on a weekend in L.A.

8/29/08-Cash's Arrival

We LOVE you Ross!

First Time Ever...

Friday night, our little family hit the Valentine's Day Carnival over at the Handke Center in Elk River (where Dane takes his ECFE classes). It was the first time we have ever attended this event and we had a great time.
There was many different games to play, a moon bounce, hot dogs, cotton candy, a cake walk (huh?) and much more.

Dane shooting some hoops. Look at the way he holds the ball-such a natural.

Knocking down some cans.

Bouncing!

Daddy and Dane!

Mommy snuggling Cashie!

Spikey haired Dane! He's been wanting his hair spikey when we go anywhere. When I'm done doing it, he runs into our bedroom to look in the mirror and says, "I like it!"

Dane also went to his very first movie in the theater, this weekend--Hotel for Dogs! He went with Grandma Tammy and his cousins Megan and Hannah! He ate popcorn for the first time and ran the aisles (crazy kid). He was so excited to go "by himself" without Mom and Dad. Ross asked him if we could go with him to a movie and he said, "No. I go by myself." The new found independence these days is making me a tad bit sad.

Welcome to the World Brody Andrew!

Wednesday, February 4th at 6:30 pm, Brody Andrew Leeds entered the world at a healthy 8 pounds and 21 inches. My sister had a quick, easy delivery and both her and my new nephew are doing great!!

Dana looking beautiful with her new little boy!

And here he is! So cute!!! When I held him, it was hard for me to believe that it was such a short time ago when my baby was that little. Wow how time flies!

Brody made number 8 in our ever growing family--but will he be the last?
I can't wait for Cooper, Cash and Brody to grow old together and be best buds-how fun that they are all with in a few months of one another.

Lovely Weekend

This weekend, we were really excited to hang out all together--our little family of four. We knew the weather was going to be nice, so we were looking forward to sticking close to home and enjoying the little things that really get Dane excited!

Saturday morning started off just grand. After a shower and some snuggling in his warm, cozy robe, Dane and Dad headed off to gymnastics.

After lunch and nap, we bundled up in the snow gear and shades and hit the streets!
Dane begs to go to the park quite often. He really begs to ride his bike. He digs bike riding and talks about the 'big boy bike and helmet' he's going to get when the snow melts.

So...after a little basketball, Dane climbed on his bike and the four of us headed to the park. It was quite a long ride/walk. There was still a lot of slush on the roads, but Dane insisted on riding his bike through it all. The weather was beautiful, so we didn't mind so much. Some spots were really bad though, so Ross carried Dane (on his bike). Anyone who has or has had a 2 year old knows that when they insist on something, if they don't get their way, a tantrum is likely to follow. We decided it was just too nice to allow the tantrum to happen.

Sunday morning, all Dane could talk about was playing baseball. I don't know where that came from, but just as promised, after nap, Daddy and Dane played some baseball. Believe it or not, Dane is really good. He can hit the ball. He really can. I'm sooooo glad he got his athleticism from Ross. It would be really sad if he took after me in that way.


It was so nice to have a little taste of nice weather and what will come. Too bad it's still a few months away. I'm so ready to be done with the cold.