Anna Kate - Update

Anna Kate had her one year post surgery appointment.  She had additional lab work and examination by the surgeon.  We got a good report and do not have to go back for a year. 

AK weighs 27.6 lbs and 34" tall.  She continues to be a great eater.  Her vocabulary continues to grow and she is putting sentences together.  She really picks up Bennett's phrases and mimics things he says and does.  I am thankful he is a good example for her.  She has such a sweet voice and I love to hear her sing songs.  She even hums the MSU fight song. 

We are still having snotty nose issues.  We had a short break from mid February till April and mid May.  I have not contacted the doctor since I will be taking Bennett in June for his checkup.   She is going great sleeping at night.  We have started experiencing the "terrible twos" with her.  She has gotten into a phase of wanting to be held when we are out.  Not really possible with a 27 lb child.  She will lay herself flat on the floor until you pick her up.  It always seems to be at a public restaurant which is not embarrassing at all.  Sometimes you can distract her with something she wants to do and other times you have to leave and give her a time out.  I just try to ignore all the stares we get.  Next time I see another parent going through this, I will not blame the parent. 

We recently got the sandbox out and filled with sand.  This was AK's first experience with sand and I was amazed at how much she loved it.  She sat and played in it for over 1 1/2 hours.  I personally hate sand because it sticks to you and gets everywhere.  I am getting better at letting go of my sand issues after seeing how much fun she had.   I will try to remember to take pictures next time to share.