Friday, March 5, 2010

Baby Steps, the Hairy Patient and Watch What You Say

The note in Leo’s “Communication book” from his teacher said it all: “Leo was coughing a lot today.” In other words, take your kid to the flipping doctor or keep him home.

So I picked the kiddos up a little earlier than usual on Wednesday and headed to the doctor. I think it’s been a whole month since our last sick visit. Impressive!

The big news is that Leo allowed the doctor to listen to his chest. I know! He sat quietly and calmly, with nary a squirm while Dr. L confirmed that his lungs were clear. I credit this, which is one of the more popular toys at our house. Leo and Ellie have been doing a lot of medical play lately. And I present to you the world’s most patient patient:

I always say there's a special spot in Heaven for our Ruby.

Granted, Leo still flailed and kicked like the doctor was trying to set his ears on fire when she checked his ears, but hey. Baby steps, right? And the good news is, we left the doctor without a prescription for anything. The doctor simply pronounced Leo "croupy" and said to keep an eye on him.

In other exciting news, I am wearing a short sleeved shirt today! That alone is reason for celebration. Granted I do tend to run “hot blooded,” (i.e. when everyone else is shivering I’m opening a window. In January) but still, the being able to see my bare arms-it feels good. There’s talk of 50 degrees this weekend. Break out the kiddy pool!
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Here’s a snippet from a morning conversation with Ellie. It’s birthday weekend (Erin’s and mine, 25! I feel so old! Ahem) at our place and so, in an effort to distract Ellie from something distressing on the drive to school this morning (“I don’t want to go to school, I want to stay home with you Mommy, I don’t want Baby Beluga! I want Baby Beluga! I no want my smoothie! I want my smoothie!”)

I give you:

Me: Ellie, do you know what Sunday is?
Ellie (Looking wide-eyed)
Me: It’s Mommy’s Birthday!
Ellie: Oh my god Mommy, you’re so silly!

Oh my god. I know, I know, as if I needed a reminder, but they listen to everything you say, don’t they?

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Susan Carson said...

Hi Maya-

Happy 25th!!! (wink) We're making the trek to NY next week for a whirlwind visit, so I'm glad to hear it's not snowing right now. Where in the 'burbs are you? We'll be in Manhattan and Port Washington. I tried to send you an email but the link didn't work.

Susan

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