The Vroman Family!

I was very honored to be able to use this adorable family and great friends of ours as my first non-family clients for my photography... We finally chose and date and the weather was gorgeous! We chose to go downtown to the Brackenridge Park. It was SUPER busy with people having parties and get togethers but we made it work. Chris, Whitney and their 2 month old daughter Scout are a upbeat and carefree family. I was so please how they came out!

My photography!

I am really getting into photography right now. I have a "good" camera. Not the best or a good Zoom but I do what I can... Right now is the perfect time as it is becoming cool outside so Chandler and I have been doing some little mini sessions recently!

Been some time...

    Christopher has started soccer. He is doing good. Taking some time to get use to the rules and understanding the sport. He was not thrilled at all at his first game though. It was EXTREMELY hot that day and just made him not want to play nothing! But now that it is cooler we can finally work with him outside and he enjoys it more. This saturday is his second game and picture day. Hope its good!
   Chandler had his ENT appointment a few weeks for his tongue tie. They decided it was too dangerous to do it in the office so we had to schedule a surgery date for the following week at the hospital. It was so tough thinking about putting him under anesthesia and making him go through the pain but I knew it needed to be done! We had the time and hospital changed 3 times before the big day. It was so aggravating. I just wanted it to be over with. Wednesday September 22 came around. We had to be at the hospital at 10 am. The day was very hectic. Chandler could have milk only till 4 am. After that he was only allowed 3 oz of clear pedialyte until 8 am. and for the last 4 hours he was not allowed anything. Needless to say he was very very unhappy.  While we were waiting in the room before they took him back, I wanted to hold him so bad and comfort him but it actually made it worse. He knows that when I hold him I have the milk. So he automatically wanted to nurse. So Aaron held him for majorly the time while waiting for the doctor. The anesthesiologist came in and told us he did in fact need a breathing tube and IV due to the fact he needs a way to breathe and since they are working in his mouth they cant hold a oxygen mask over his face. ugh I was livid at the fact they told me he wouldn't. So about 15 minutes ahead of schedule they took him back. I was soooooooo upset and scared. I knew it would be about 20 minutes or so with prep time and the procedure till we heard anything. After he was taken back I went to the restroom and cried some more. I had so many emotions running through me at the time. But I knew it was for the best. He had only gained a ounce in a few days. I knew it needed to be done. I spent the remaining time talking to my family. Calling and texting to keep everyone updated. As soon as I know it the doctor came out saying everything went well. He was being taken to recovery. They had to use 2 stitches but did clear enough of the frenulum to allow for good lengthening of the tongue. Said we just needed to wait for the nurse to come and get us. It was about 5 minutes and they came to get us. We went back there and it was so sad. He had the IV still in and cords coming from him. He was still very groggy and trying to clear his throat. They were trying to get him to drink some clear liquids from a bottle but he was not having anything to do with it. They did let me breastfeed him right away. It was soooo nice to hold him in my arms and know he was ok. He fed right away and seemed to have no pain. I was so relieved. I could tell a difference in his latch as well. Alot bigger and his suck swallow ratio was alot better than before. Within a hour we were discharged and on our way home! Chandler is doing well now being a week since the procedure. I can see a difference in nursing him for sure! I think he gets stuck in his comfort nursing stage but we are working on it. He goes for a weight check with the pedi and also his post-op appt as well in a few weeks! Here is to some good weight gain!!!!!!!!! Here is also some newer pictures of chandler that I took during a little quiet time...

 

Now that fall weather is here we have been spending more time outside. This week we met up with a friend, Whitney, at the Brackenridge Park for some play time. Whitney is a mom of a new little girl and so we have alot in common. The boys really played their hearts out! It is so nice when you can let the boys play and then I get some adult interaction as well! 

 

Aaron has had some extra time on his hands as he is not working overtime so he is spending lots of time preparing for his car show at the end of October. This is the biggest car show here in San Antonio and he plans on being a vendor and showing his RPM Illustrations artwork there. I really hope he does well and gets a good response. As for me though I stay at home. I have started to go back to the gym. I did join the Zumba class and LOVED it. It was just my style and I love that I had fun and still broke a sweat. I will definitely be going back! 

New photos

I have been in the picture taking mood! As I am learning about photography and all my camera can do I am finding there soo much more for me to do with it.I also love to edit my photos to bring out the best in them...

Chandler 3 months 1 week

we did some random snap shots of our little guy. He is so much different from the other two when it comes to tummy time. I love taking pictures of him as he makes the funniest faces... He is such a sweet little boy!

 

Here is chandler from birth to 3 months... Not sure if he has changed very much though.

Its School Time!

Today Christopher started his first day of Pre-K 4. It is bitter sweet though. He is growing up so fast. I remember the day I had him like it was yesterday. It was him that changed my life forever. He started it all. With all that he has gone through with his speech delay, I know he is doing wonderfully. He has come so far since he first started with speech therapy. And I know that he will continue to make progress! Here is to a new year of school! Hope it is a great one for us...

Weekend Fun

This weekend we had some fun. The weekend first started out with a visit from my sister, Todd and the kiddos. They were only able to visit for the evening while waiting for Todds daughters to fly in from Denver. But regardless of how long the visit was, it was great to see them. I know Christopher definitely made up for the lack of time with Donaven. He had a blast!  Unfortunately Aaron had to go to bed early as he had to work the next morning. So then saturday Aarons brother Josh his wife Tiffani and their daughter skye came in for the night. We went to Momaks for dinner. That is a wonderful place to enjoy adult time and still let the kids play. Best of all the kids loved seeing each other. Hope its not too long till we see each other again. Here are some pictures.

Chandler and Christopher drs. Appointments

The boys went to their drs appointments this past week. All went good.

Christopher passed his hearing test, could not finish his vision check so they will do it again next year. He weighs 35 lbs (50th percentile) and is 42 in. (90th percentile). He did get 3 shots. It was probably harder on him this time around since he is more aware of whats going on. But other than that he did great! He also mentioned he will be VERY VERY tall as a adult. duh I could have told him that.

Chandler is meeting all his milestones for 2 months. He weighs 10 lbs. 8 oz (10th percentile) and is 23 in. (30th percentile). He only gained 10 oz in 3 weeks but doctor said he seems to be doing fine. We are to bring him in every 2 weeks to do a weight check and to give us a better idea of his curve. He said he might just be taking mommas growth curve than daddies at this point. Chandler got 3 shots and 1 by mouth. So glad that is over for a few months now!

This weekend we took a mini vacation to Waco to visit some friends. This was the first time in a hotel for the boys. It was great to get out of town.

Chandler at 10 weeks old...

	Chandler is about to be 11 weeks old and is growing soooo fast! He has his 2 month appointment on friday where he will get some shots :(

Christophers 4th Birthday

We had a great time at christophers birthday party. He was surrounded by family and close friends. Christopher was super excited about his new Iron Man items along with his spiderman, Toy Story items and water sprinkler for outside fun. Christopher is truly loved no doubt!