The Mathews

The Mathews

Monday, March 14, 2011

Mr. Clean Eraser Saved Our Son

You know that moment of disbelief... the one where your mouth drops open, and feels like a century went by in the ten seconds or so that have passed? You begin to question... is this a dream? Did I really hear that right? And then you realize, yup, you did.

It seems as if those moments are growing in our household lately. While we have been struggling to recovery from every known virus one can imagine, dull moments have not been few. Last week, Robby scaled the bathroom cabinet to "wash" his play kitchen toys in the bathroom sink w/ the foam, pump soap. It was shortly after the waterfall that I noticed this. Later, after removing any form of step-stool imaginable in the bathroom, my amzing gymanst managed to locate my liquid make-up - which he quickly put to good use covering our 5 ft. x 3 ft. mirror. His good heart didn't stop there though; he decided he needed to clean the oil base foundation w/ soap. I have yet to clear the streaks from the mirror. It's a good thing I love my now 3 year old!

While some may laugh and shake their heads, only a few can totally appreciate the moment of true strength like this next one. Getting ready for church takes our family a fair amount of time, so when Tom wanted his hair cut this past weekend, I simply tied it into the routine of getting ready. Andy was sleeping, and Robby was watching a movie. Stopping to check on him once during the process, I quickly finished Tom's haircut and started to clean-up when I heard an unmistakable yell come from downstairs. You see, our lovely child decided to climb up onto a chair and grab two Sharpie markers from the bin (not easily accessible). After redecorating our brand new kitchen cupboards, he gave the entertainment center a makeover, and finished up by using the Sharpies on the brand new flat, screen TV we just bought at Christmas. (This is where you insert the drop of the jaw and act of disbelief.) Let's just say, Mr. Clean Eraser saved our son that day. He's still alive and working on his next unbelievable feat.

On to other news... March has been a busy month with one doctor's appointment after another. So far, Andy's 6 month checkup showed him to be in the 75% of height, 50% of weight, and 90% for head. His urologist appointment went very well. At this point the doctor simply wants to make sure his kidneys and bladder stay healthy. We really won't know much about his ability to be potty-trained until he is at that age. Andy's numerous ear infections have introduced the need for tubes next week. Tomorrow is a trip to the neurosurgeon - which hopefully will bring a good 6 month review as well. Future appointments include: sleep clinic, Robby's 3 year check-up, tonsil surgery, Mary Free Bed PT evaluation, and Mary Free Bed clinic.

Like I said, there really isn't a dull moment. To be on the safe side, I did pick up a value pack of Mr. Clean Eraser Pads at the store on Sunday; let's hope I don't have to use them all that soon.

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