Trust

To me picking a pediatrician is like selecting a spouse.  You interview various candidates (dating), you check out their office (seeing his apartment for the first time), meet their staff (like meeting the family).  When you select a pediatrician it's an 18 year commitment.  In the US sadly, the relationship with our doctors has a higher probability of lasting longer than a marriage. 

So, when I selected a pediatrician for my boys it was with the mindset that this would be our doctor for the next 18+ years.  I made sure he was a single practitioner, we had similar vaccination schedules, he was someone that enjoyed working with children, knowledgeable, with a good sense of humor and mostly I trusted him with my sons lives. 

I found this doctor and I love him.  He listens to me, hears my concerns and talks me through my worries.  So, on Cole's 2nd well check we had a long discussion about Cole and his lack of words.  See, Cole only has a few words; mama, dada, more, owww, ohhhh, wow, ouch and yes.  All my friends with children Cole's age are speaking 3-5 word sentences.  Dr. A had me bring in a video of Cole working puzzles, mimicking me with letter and sounds and playing.  He watched all my videos, closed my laptop and said..."he's fine"  My reply was but he doesn't talk.  Dr. A assured me that what he saw on the video indicated that yes, he's a late talker and only a late talker.  So, I will continue to work with Cole an hour+ a day working on sounds, words and hopefully he'll start talking soon.  That's why I did my homework before to find someone I trust and I trust his opinion

I trust Dr. A and for now I won't worry.  When family or friends ask if I'm worried I'll smile and say," Nope.  He right on HIS schedule!"

Happy Birthday, Cole!

Where have the days, weeks, months and now years gone?!?!  I have been a mother for 2 years.  It doesn't seem like to 2 years but Cole is living proof :)

I have made mistakes, both good and bad decisions, I have questioned myself (almost daily) and I have laughed at myself all in the name of motherhood.  At the end of the day my son is healthy, mostly happy, loving and caring.  I think Brian and I are doing a decent job so far :)

Today for Cole's birthday we did a lot!  We had a play date with J at Central Park, then we went and picked out his birthday cupcake, then home for his nap and when he woke daddy surprised him with coming home early.  We decided to take Cole to Wasabi (equivalent to Benni Hana's) then home for cupcakes and presents.  

The cook at Wasbi was the best. He created fire bombs for Cole over and over to keep Cole engaged.  Cole ate with chopsticks and drank lots of soda (its his birthday).  

His drum set was a huge success.  We actually had a hard time getting him to bed tonight b/c all he wanted to do was play his drums. 

I hope you enjoy the video!

Happy Birthday, Cole!  Mommy and Daddy are beyond proud of the little man you are turning into.    

Happy Birthday, Cole
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gbNFDl4_gc4
Cole enjoying his drum set
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Fo1VDi9-YmE

Greyson being cute on Cole's birthday

Cole watcing the fire bombs

Birthday Cupcakes are the best

Someone enjoyed their cupcake



My little drummer



action shot

Christmas Morning

This Christmas was the most fun by far.  Cole still doesn't understand the concept of Santa but don't worry I'm working on that.  By next year, I think he'll understand and help me with the countdown.  Greyson was a trooper this Christmas and sat in his exosaucer (delivered by Santa himself) watching Cole open all the presents and play with the stocking suffers.  I am very blessed to have such an amazing family!

Christmas Morning
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ubIKqrR2G6k

I hope you enjoy the pictures and video!

Cole & his new train set from G-ma & g-pa E

Christmas Morning

Greyson and his exosaucer

Greyson passed out after opening presents

golf thingy :)

Christmas aftermath

Getting ready for Santa

Last year when we went to visit Santa, Cole was not happy and cried the entire time.  This year, Cole was still no fan!  However, he did sit there so I could take a few pictures.  Greyson on the other hand thought Santa was a pretty cool dude.

We also made lots of cookies this Christmas season.  We made several batches at home but we made a special trip to aunt T's house for a day of cookie decorating and lots of playing with R. 

Lastly, to get ready for Santa we needed to buy a Christmas tree.  I set out, picked out the perfect Stevens tree and brought it home to decorate.  With my mothers help we were able to get Christmas setup in about 30 minutes.  I swear she has the energy of a 2yr old!