7/17/07: 1 Year Check-up With the Doc

Evan had his well-baby check-up today. We knew that he had to get his shots updated, so we gave him baby Tylenol ahead of time to help with the pain. We thought he had gained a bit of weight, but when he got on the scale, he is still a bit shy of 16 pounds. He has gotten longer though, he's about 27 inches now. The doc wasn't too concerned since he is following a nice curve on the preemie growth scale (he is on the bottom arc of the scale).

He had to get 3 separate shots (Chicken Pox, MMR and I can't remember what the other was, Hep maybe)? He cried for just a bit, but with Dad there to comfort him afterward, he was a trooper. Mom got the mean job of holding him while they administered the shots. We anticipate having to continue the Synagis shots in the fall since Evan will probably still be underweight. Since he's in daycare, they suggest we keep getting the shots in the RSV season.

We got the green light to start weaning him off formula and give him whole milk instead. We also got a referral to see a local urologist for his mild hypospadia. We have a feeling he will have to get the circ after all. At least he won't remember the procedure at this age (hopefully).

The doc heard a bit of wheezing in his chest, but nothing to be alarmed about. We have an appointment to see the Tucson Pulmonologist in September anyway. We also have to get Evan's blood drawn for a basic metabolic screen. If that turns out fine, we won't have to see the doc for a while.

7/15/07: Post-Party Clean Up

7/14/07: Day 365 (Sat.) Evan's 1!!

The weather gods smiled upon us as we celebrated Evan's first birthday with a backyard luau. The monsoon rain lightly came down around 4:30-5:00 and the party started at 6pm. We had a big turnout with over 40 people attending to celebrate Evan's big day. I don't think Evan had a clue the party was for him!

An overview of the party scene (be on the lookout for the sneaky dogs looking for some grub).



Some of Jen's co-workers and hubby's (Shirley and Ron, Terri and Tom, JoNell and her "friend") ;-)




More of Jen's co-workers (Kevin...who shares the same birthday as Evan and Keith).


Some of T's co-workers and former co-workers of both of us (Sarah, Kelly, Tim, Brandie, Doug and Alan):



Some of Jen's soccer buds (Sunny and Liz; Dolores' daughter Cassie, Liz's daughter Sharr and Sunny's daughter Anya and former co-workers (Greg and Sharon):



Getting ready for the cake!



Looking for a lighter!



Evan and his cake!

7/12/07: Playing WIth Nan

7/11/07: 1-Year Old Pics!

Evan with T's Dad








Evan with Nan (Jen's Mom)

6/28/07: Day 349 (Thurs.) Bath Night!

We thought Evan looked too cute when we're were undressing him for his bath. He didn't seem to mind the t-shirt still on his head. Sorta looks like an Egyptian headdress. ;-)

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Chronological age: 49 weeks and 6 days
Adjusted/developmental age: 9 months, 1 week and 5 days
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6/26/07: Day 347 (Tues.) I Got Me The Flu...

Not sure what has hit me the past 24-hours...either the flu-bug or a major case of food poisoning. I started feeling queasy after work yesterday and had a wonderful evening hanging out in the bathroom. At least I can sit upright now!

Now, T started to feel a little icky today...so fingers crossed it isn't anything contagious for Evan.

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Chronological age: 49 weeks and 4 days
Adjusted/developmental age: 9 months, 1 week and 3 days
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6/23/07: Day 344 (Sat.)

O.k...I just realized my day numbering got way off somehow. I think it's correct now. Apologies for not posting more...crazy week at work. Evan had a good week....still not crawling yet. He's mastered all the yellows and oranges as far as baby food goes...so now we'll start the dreaded greens (peas, green beans, etc...). Not my favorite, but hopefully he'll like them!
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Chronological age: 49 weeks and 1 day
Adjusted/developmental age: 9 months, 1 week and 0 days
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6/17/07: Day 337 (Sun). Happy Father's Day!

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Chronological age: 48 weeks and 2 days
Adjusted/developmental age: 9 months, 0 weeks and 1 days
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6/14/07: Day 334 (Thurs.) 11 Months Old!

Dad Makes Me Laugh....



Sorry for all the drool...


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Chronological age: 47 weeks and 6 days
Adjusted/developmental age: 8 months, 4 weeks and 2 days
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612/07: Day 332 (Tues.) Back to School

Another restless night for Evan (and his parents)! His forehead still felt a bit warm, but I got him ready for daycare anyway. Serena took his temperature when we got there and he was good (99 degrees). It seems like the worst is over for now. I still can't feel where he has teeth coming in; so I dread the day when they do break through.

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Chronological age: 47 weeks and 4 days
Adjusted/developmental age: 8 months, 3 weeks and 6 days
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6/11/07: Day 331 (Mon.) Playing Hooky Again

Poor Ev-man...had to play hooky again due to a fever. We were hoping his fever would have broken by now, but he was still pretty warm this morning. What a perfect day to stay home from school with all the rain. We had one of those odd June days where is rained almost all day. It was cloudy and dreary; which is a nice change from the typical Arizona weather.

Evan was in a pretty good mood despite his fever. We split the shift today with me taking the morning shift and T taking the afternoon shift. I had some running around to do, so Evan came along for the ride. I had to stop by work to drop off my laptop so my co-workers could use our shared printer. Evan had a good time hanging with the office crew for a little bit.

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Chronological age: 47 weeks and 3 days
Adjusted/developmental age: 8 months, 3 weeks and 5 days
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6/10/07: Day 330 (Sun.) Teething Again?

Evan might have some more teeth cming in. He's been running a fever since last night, but isn't acting super-fussy about it. He just wants to be held all the time. The drool is coming down like a waterfall! If he is still running a fever tomorrow morning, we won't be able to take him to daycare. In that case, T and i will have to each take off half a day to watch him at home.

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Chronological age: 47 weeks and 2 days
Adjusted/developmental age: 8 months, 3 weeks and 4 days
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6/9/07: Day 329 (Sat.) Riding With Dad

T needed to get some miles on his bike during the break-in period...so we followed him down to the Coronado National Monument south of Sierra Vista. It was about a 50 mile round-trip ride.








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Chronological age: 47 weeks and 1 day
Adjusted/developmental age: 8 months, 3 weeks and 3 days
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6/8/07: Day 328 (Fri.) Weird Week

It's been an odd week in daycare. As of my last post, both of Evan's daycare teachers were to switch with the 2-year old teachers. Ariana had already done the switch to transition with the other teacher. Now, instead, Ariana came back to the infant room and just Jenny switched. So it's Ariana and Serena now...at least both teachers didn't switch.

I don't know if it was the teacher switch, but Evan had some good days and some bad days. His daytime naps were really erratic as was his eating. When he came home in the evening he would just be wiped out and sleep for 3+ hours...get up to drink a bottle and then go right back to sleep.


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Chronological age: 47 weeks and 0 days
Adjusted/developmental age: 8 months, 3 weeks and 2 days
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6/4/07: Day 324 (Mon.) Bye Bye to Miss Ariana :-(

Another case of the Mondays! ;-) Actually, Evan did fine, the rest of the babies in the infant room were not having a good morning. This was the first morning with one of the new teachers, I think Sarina is her name. She seems nice, but I didn't get to talk to her long. Jenny will be getting her up to speed on all the kids this week.

Ariana is already in the 2-year-old room training up with the other teacher who will be coming to Evan's class. Ariana really had a good way with Evan, so she'll be missed. She promised to come see him when she can.

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Chronological age: 46 weeks and 3 days
Adjusted/developmental age: 8 months, 2 weeks and 5 days
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6/2/07: Day 322 (Sat.) The New Toy

T's been having a good time breaking in his new toy. He's been driving around the neighborhood to get a feel for the bike. We stopped by the bike shop to get a tank protector so his jacket won't scratch the fuel tank. I set Evan on a little dirt bike...he looked cute on it (still a long ways away from riding)! They even have these cute little quads for kids.

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Chronological age: 46 weeks and 1 days
Adjusted/developmental age: 8 months, 2 weeks and 3 days
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6/1/07: Day 321 (Fri.) Switching Teachers

Today we were bummed to hear that the teachers in Evan's class will be switching with the 2-year-old teachers. :-( From what one of his teacher's told me, the 2-year-old class is a bit out of control and they hope Jenny and Arianna can help. They'll start the transition next week.
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Chronological age: 46 weeks and 0 days
Adjusted/developmental age: 8 months, 2 weeks and 2 day2
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5/28/07: Day 317 (Mon.) Memorial Day

Despite this being a holiday weekend, it wasn't very relaxing for us. T was taking a motorcycle safety course Saturday and Sunday. This is in anticipation of buying his crotch-rocket motorcycle this week. I spent the weekend repainting a room. Evan was a real trooper and did well with me not giving him 100% attention. Now that he can sit up pretty well, it's easy to leave him in playpen with all his toys.

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Chronological age: 45 weeks and 3 days
Adjusted/developmental age: 8 months, 1 weeks and 5 days
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5/26/07: Day 315 (Sat.) Hangin' With My Buddy Max

Evan and Max have become quite the pair recently.








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Chronological age: 45 weeks and 1 day
Adjusted/developmental age: 8 months, 1 weeks and 3 days
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