Tis the Season

We spent a bit of time transforming our house for the holidays yesterday. We put up the tree, stockings, and various other festive decorations. So, we're a little bit early you say? We wanted to enjoy the process and let Thomas have a big part in helping. We normally decorate Thanksgiving weekend, but we'll be out of town for quite a few days and didn't want to be rushed when we get back. We have a new tree this year. It is 9 feet tall and really BIG! A step stool was required, and with it Alan could just barely decorate the top.

Thomas was really excited, giddy almost, about decorating the "Chrisin" tree. He, of course, had to decorate the tree from atop the step stool. (At least his leg is already casted!) He threw a major (time-out worthy) fit when we packed up the ornament box and proclaimed the tree finished. Again this morning he asked to put on more ornaments.

High ornament concentration :)


The finished product. Thomas was performing a little ornament rearranging this morning.

Ortho Tommy

With all the doctor's visits lately, Thomas is assuming his

new profession of Orthopaedist. He wrapped puppy's leg,

checked his vitals, and posed for some

pictures - showing off their casts of course.

Still using the Tonka truck as a crib :)

Thomas is preferring to go pantless right now.
I think it's easier for him to move around.
His pants get pretty snug on top of his cast.

...the aftermath

So, for those that don't know, Thomas jumped off the couch during his birthday party and hurt his ankle. Initially, he was in a lot of pain, but starting limping around and playing with his friends after a little while. We took him in 2 days later because he was still limping- but didn't seem to be in much/any pain. They took x-rays and nothing showed up. A week and a half later he was still limping so they sent us for more x-rays. They were negative again, but showed fluid buildup in the joint. Our doctor set us up with an Orthopaedic Specialist.

We went to see the Ortho today. He was also concerned that Thomas is still limping. Dr. Dean thinks that Thomas fractured his growth plate, but that it isn't showing up on the x-ray yet. He is in a cast to protect the joint while it continues to heal. We will go back in 2 weeks for more x-rays and a re-evaluation. Thomas picked out the red cast because it matched his shirt. It is a walking cast and shouldn't limit his activities too much.

Little Nurturer

Thomas has been treating "puppy" like his baby. His beloved Tonka dump truck is temporarily serving as a crib. He takes a great deal of caution and diligence when setting up puppy's bed.

Like Mother, Like Son...

Thomas and I spent a little quality time in the kitchen this morning.

Baking chocolate chip cookies, of course. Thomas did a little beater sampling.

I wonder where he learned that!

Happy Birthday (almost) Thomas!

We celebrated Thomas's 3rd birthday yesterday with many friends and family members. Thomas had a great day, despite a couch jumping injury that sidelined him for quite a while. All is well, we think it is a bit sprained - he is still limping around today. It isn't bruised or swollen, so we aren't too concerned.

We ate, and ate, and ate mexican food that was catered by Acapulco- a restaurant by my work. However, we overestimated the need....and....we'll be eating Acapulco for a few more days now :)

Opening his fire truck couch from the Sias family. He is currently laying on it watching a movie!

Thomas opened presents as they arrived. It was a progressive event. Opening with Grandpa Dale.

Thomas, his daddy, and his grandpas.

Grandma Mona labored over this fabulous cake for Thomas. It was quite a hit!

The birthday boy!

Some of our party guests!