She Survived the First Week

Alexis started school on Tuesday, but did not have to take the national tests until Wednesday. She said they were a breeze, so she wasn't stressed. She also said she made many friends, both at school and on the bus. She said she LIKES riding the bus. Unfortunately, the whirlwind that she has been living in caught up with her. We had to go get her early from school becuase she had a fever (101.2) and a headache. Poor baby was miserable. She slept all afternoon. To add on to that, she has the sniffles. She seems to be recovering though and should be back at school on Monday.

We got her medicaid card this week as well. That was really nice, though it won't help with the dental bills we've already paid : ) Oh well.At least we are covered in case something happens.

Speaking of dental stuff, Alexis had three teeth pulled on Friday (3/4) becuase they were having problems coming out due to the plaque build up. On Monday, she had to go back to get her teeth cleaned. She has one small cavity which is being filled at the end on this month, and a minor case of gingivitis which should clear up with consistent brushing. She's also got a few more loose teeth that she is working on, so she's just having a ball these days. The visit to the eye doctor was good, she has 20/20 vision, though there is a slight bit of astigmatism. That bears watching as it could worsen and require glasses, though for now she's fine.

She was out playing with the other kids int he neighborhood earlier in the week before she got sick, and overall she seems to be fairly happy with life, or at least she would if she weren't sick.

We go tomorrow for a haircut, which she is not looking forward to. She's got some damaged ends that need to be clipped, and she is adamant that she keeps her long hair. Uncle Derek doesn't help when he tells her it will be shoulder length, but he's not going with us to the appt, so we should be safe.

We have church tomorrow, and then go to the hair appt, so tomorrow will be a full day. We are thinking of making a peach cobbler as well, but haven't completely decided on that one. It will depend on how I feel, I guess.

Mercedes is still driving Alexis nuts. She follows her around and wants to do everything Alexis does. I guess that's the joy of haing a little sister. They are cute together, though.