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In May, poor Dylan had back to back viruses that caused his lympth nodes to swell. Once he overcame the virus, they continued to stay enlarged. This concerned his Dr ,so began our journey of monthly checkups to follow up on the size of the swollen glands. After 5 months of Dr visits & continued enlarged nodes, we were sent to Kosairs to have a biopsy. His Dr was confident that everything would be OK, but with not much change over 5 months she felt this was the next step. It was definitely an interesting day to say the least. As Dylan's "happy juice" kicked in, he entertained all the nurses by a VERY slurred "Go Cards".LOL. We had a very grumpy boy post biopsy, but were happy to put it all behind us. Because his Dr was so optimistic, it made the experience a little less stressful for Ryan & I. A Few days later we received the news that the nodes were fine. Apparently he has very sensitive nodes & we have nothing to worry about.
Ryan & I have always enjoyed boating & in August, traded in our speed boat for a more family friendly Pontoon! Dylan had his first boating experience & did well. Both times we took him out for short rides, but we hope this summer he will become a boater like the rest of his family :)
Dylan had his first Dentist visit at 22 months old. The office waiting room was very typical but he really enjoyed reading the books they had to share. He enjoyed it so much, when we were called to go back, a screaming fit took place right in the middle of the room! Once taken back, he did calm down enough to enjoy getting a new toothbrush & brushing his teeth at the kid size sink. He was all smiles until the dentist began the exam. It took me, the nurse & dentist to hold him down. They both commented on how strong he is!! Next exam in 6 months...wish me luck!!
Brushing AFTER we left dentist!We had a wonderful Christmas. It was so much fun to see Dylan excited about the gifts. Last year it was more about the tissue paper & boxes. He was definitely spoiled beyond belief by all the grandparents. I felt like a kid again. Christmas is way more fun when you experience it thru the eyes of a child :)
My Dad ( aka Popeye) gave Dylan his favorite gift.. A Lightning McQueen & a Mater car. He had recently became obsessed with Disney Cars movie, so it should not have surprised me that he became so attached to these toys! They are in his hands 24/7. Within the next few weeks, he began a new love for the Toy Story Movies. My mom, (aka Nonna) gave him an early bday present of a Buzz Lightyear & Woody doll. We now have Mater, Mcqueen, Woody & Buzz where ever we go!!
Dylan is talking up a storm! His first sentences were (no surprise) " Buzz Lightyear Flies" & ( my favorite) " I Wub you Mommy". I am constantly amazed how much he changes daily. It makes me sad to see my "baby" fading, but at the same time I love seeing him grow & becoming a big boy.
Since Dylan was 4 months old he has been a thumb sucker. It was rare to not see his thumb in his mouth. He recently shocked us by giving up his love for his thumb. I notice just after Christmas he was sucking his thumb less & less. Finally we noticed he stopped all together! I am so relieved that he stopped on his own,. I was a thumb sucker & it was a habit I carried on for way too long & was extremely hard to break. The only explanation I have, is he has found comfort in his new "friends" Woody, Buzz, Mater & Mcqueen!!!
I cant believe we are only days away from celebrating our baby boys 2nd birthday!!! It doesn't even seem real to me. Time goes by way too fast! I have been busy planning his Mickey Mouse themed party & cant wait to spend the day with close friends & family. I have definitely learned may things the past 2 years. There is no handbook when it comes to parenting..its the most important job you will ever have.. there are no secrets..just a lot of emotions. All I know is that you must do what ever it takes to keep your little one safe, everything else, is a day by day learning experience. I must say..I'm enjoying every second of it!!
