NICU.

Never did I think that I would feel so comfortable or 'at-home' in a hospital.

Today, Christina had her 2 year NICU follow-up. The drive to Children's was the same. Cry most of the way up there, and cry most of the way back

We went up last night and spent the night at a hotel. That makes for a much happier little girl in the morning, and a happier Mom and Dad. We opted not give Christina any Ativan on the way there; thought being the amount needed to calm her and the after effects are tough to think about. She cried, the whimpers and screams don't sound as pitiful when she doesn't have the Ativan.

We spoke to her doctor about motion sickness and some of the signs are there. Communication would help a great deal, iot is so hard to tell what sets Christina off. So chewable Dramamin we tried on the way home. Not much luck, but Christina was already overtired and needed a break from everything. It did help a little.

We also stopped to see several of the staff that have helped us on the many days there. Everyone loves Christina's smile and comments on her curls.

Derek

Christina walked (with Mommy's help) from the locker room all the way to the door today. That is quite an accomplishment.

Daddy is very proud of you Christina!!!

We finally took a picture of the fam here at home.


July 4th, 2008

HAPPY BIRTHDAY CHRISTINA!!!
Daddy's little girl turns two today. Time has flown by. And at the same time it has been a long road.

I am very glad to have such a beautiful daughter. Christina has learned so much and is getting smarter everyday.

Here are pictures from: July 4, 2006; July 4, 2007; and June 28, 2008.
2006
2007
2008

We have come a long way baby.
Lots of love to you Christina.

Derek

On Friday, May 20th, 2008; Ruby Tanner Graham was born at home.

Congrats to James and Sarah.

Christina now has another cousin. I will post more later.