Homestead Hollow

We LOVE Homestead Hollow.  Its a great place to go for Phoenix to run around outside, while Mama gets to browse lots of cool things.  They have lots to do for kids too, which is another reason we LOVE to go.  We wanted to take my Goddaughter with us this time, but unfortunately it didn't work out.  Maybe next time.  This was Sunday, October 13, 2013.

Jason and Phoenix got to ride up front with the driver of the wagon ride.  He even let them drive the horses.  Not sure who was more excited, Phoenix or Jason, about that one :).  Luna slept the entire time.  I mean ENTIRE.  Definitely not complaining.  I did wake her up and get her out of her seat for a photo though :).

The expression I got when I put her back in her seat :)

Started out holding on with 2 hands.

How sweet.  He's waving to me!

Then I realized Dada was teaching him to rodeo.

Silly, silly Mama.

Sissy was a fan though :)

Reliving the Nightmare

I have dreaded doing this post.  DREADED.  However, I know that in the years to come, I'll want to have it to look back on.  Yeah right.  Anyways, as of today, his hand is great.  You can still see the burn spot, but you have to look closely.  We were told that there shouldn't be any scarring, but Jason seems to think differently.  God, I hope not.  

It took some time before he would use his hand after his wrap came off.   He was more cautious with it off than with it on.  He would still eat and write with his left and and refused to put anything in his right.  Thankfully, he's come around.  He now goes nowhere near anything hot-the stove, the oven, his food, sparklers, etc.  He won't even eat his food if it tastes mildly warm.  We are definitely working on that (the food part), because for me, it just triggers that day all over in my mind.  

I am doing much better.  After about 2 weeks, I finally started using the stove again.  I wouldn't use that side of the stove, but I was using 2 eyes.  Major step.  With a little more time, I've been able to use the dreaded eye again.  I'll be honest though, some days are easier than others.  I never thought it would affect me this bad for soo long.  I relive that stupid day at least once every day.  It totally sucks.  I am soo ready for my brain to quit replaying it.  It hits randomly, but especially when he cries.  

I can't get over how I turned my head for a split second.  How I panicked soo badly I didn't even know what to do or where to go.  I was totally helpless.  The guilt of him not going on his zoo date because of my carelessness.  How I've ruined his mealtime and his love for fireworks.  The list goes on and on.  One day, I pray, one day soon, I'll be able to forgive myself and move past it.    

Hand massage and cocoa butter lotion everyday for the next year and he should be good as new.

Here is a recap of what the hand looked like:

I am happy to report that as of this past week, you can't even tell anything happened if you look at his hand.  It looks 100% healed.  Praise God.  We will still be doing the hand massage and lotion though-this Mama isn't taking ANY chances.  

Thanks to all of our friends and family who prayed for us during this time.  Thanks also to those who brought surprises over to my baby and stopped by to check on him.  Those are the times I pray I never forget.  

1 Week Old with Outings Galore

Luna had her 1 week doctors appointment on Friday.  The doctor said she looks perfect.  She also said I must produce some good milk because her weight gain was fabulous.  She left the hospital at 6lb 11oz and was now weighing in at 7lb 6oz (or 9, seriously can't remember). Putting her in the 50%.  She has also grown a 1/2". Her height is 50-75%.  Her color is good and her neck control isn't bad either.  That totally shocked me.  Compared to Phoenix, she has no control whatsoever.

After seeing how well she did spending all of Wednesday in the ER, I decided to brave my first outing with these two.  After the doctor, that is.  Surprisingly, I survived that visit with no bumps.  We even made it there 10 minutes early!  I was proud of myself!

So, after the doctor, we headed to church for the food festival.  Both got a nap in on the way.  I was excited for Phoenix to get out and just run around.  It was a beautifully warm day, so I knew that would help his spirits as well.  We got there and I stuck Luna under a table behind the drink booth.  I kept her hidden so people would stay away.  Besides, she was sleeping.

Phoenix was soo eggcited.  He ran, danced, played and just had a blast!  My heart was soo happy for him.  The fact that his best friend, YaYa, was there was just the icing on the cake.  They played together forever.  We were probably there somewhere like 2-3 hours.  Luna slept the entire time.  We headed home, knowing we'd be back later that evening for more fun.

Friday evening the girls (my nieces) were dancing at the festival.  We originally decided I'd take P and Jason would stay home with Luna.  After much debate, we decided to make it a family affair.  Again, we hid Luna under the table in behind the drink booth and spent some good quality time with Phoenix. He watched the dancers, then danced himself :).  He had a blast.  He had a sno cone and even saw 2 of his buddies, Ethan and Miles, whom we haven't seen in a while.  That was a very nice treat!  We stayed probably 2 1/2 hours.  Again, Luna slept the entire time.  Seriously, this kid is making our lives fairly sane :).

Because of the rain in the forecast, we knew we weren't going to take the kids to the festival Saturday.  Instead, we headed to Chuck E Cheese.  Phoenix has been begging to go here and the zoo.  We loaded up and headed there around 10:30.  No plans on eating, just playing.  We played for like an hour or so. Again, Luna slept the entire time.  We then headed to church to pick up lunch from the drive thru.  Totally convenient with 2 little kids and rainy weather.  Both kids napped the entire way.  Jason then ran into the grocery store for a few items and we headed home for an afternoon of laziness and football.