Talked to the neurosurgeon (Dr. Zakalik) yesterday. He said that both he and the plastic surgeon (Dr. Jackson) have differing opinions on what should be done about Bastien’s skull because it is such a mild form of craniosynostosis. So they want us to come back in a couple months to see how things are progressing. [...]

We met Marie and Hannah for a little afternoon fun today as part of our summer meetup schedule. The town was just so quaint and we enjoyed a delish lunch at the adorable Red White and Brew restaurant and antique shop. (Sidenote, we loved the wicker changing table in the ladies room). Our main destination [...]

Bastien, today you turned one year old. Which is just crazy because wasn’t it only yesterday that I went into labor with you (short labor though it was)? I really cannot believe I’ve known you for a whole year already. On the other hand, I can’t even remember life without you. I have been lucky [...]

Bastien’s one-year checkup was today. No shots, lucky boy. It turns out you have to be officially ONE to get these shots or else they don’t count. And God knows we don’t want to make him get them twice. So he was weighed (24 lbs), measured (30″ – though he measured 32″ last week at [...]

What a perfect night we had with Grandpa Rau and family celebrating B’s first birthday. We decided what really makes for a good party is kids running to and fro, doing their funny kid things. In fact, we’re considering renting some extras for upcoming parties. At first, Bastien seemed a little stunned at his good [...]

Does your town have such abundant Michigan produce always at the ready? We love Earls! It’s like our own little weekend farmer’s market, but every single day. It’s fun to watch those signs pop up one at a time, announcing the latest harvest. Icing on the cake: they sell Guernsey’s ice cream. Be sure to [...]