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Claire loves being outside and enjoys every minute especially sitting in Monster's gross dog bed no matter where it is she finds it.

Tests

Yesterday and this last week has been a little stressful. As most of your know our Claire has always been small. When she was born she weighed 5lbs 8oz but healthy and happy and that is the way has been since. At her 15 month visit the doctor was concerned because she didn't gain anything she only got taller. To me it wasn't a big deal because she got 2 huge molers in the last 2 months and hasn't been sleeping or eating the best, but he suggested tests and so we got blood drawn which came back normal and we needed to get a chloride sweat test which they only do at Phoenix Children's Hospital. So Tim happened to get Friday off and we were all able to go get this test. They make you sweat and then measure the chloride that you produce to get a result. She had these Popeye arms for about 20 mins while the stuff worked to make her sweat under the bandages. We find out tomorrow the answer whether we need to worry more or she is just going through a stage where all she wants to do is play and run around while we chase her around trying to get a few bites in.

Sunsplash Opening Day

We went to Sunsplash last saturday it was the opening day for the season. We got passes again and Claire is actually old enough to play and go down the kiddie slides. She loves water and even made a friend while splashing in the water.

Saying Bye to Friends

Last week we had a really hard time saying bye to our friends the William's family. They decided last minute to move out of state instead of down the street. The last few months we knew they were moving but were hoping they would stay close. We loved playing games (especially cards not involving macaroni), movie nights, dinner, shopping, and meeting at the park last minute for fun before naps. They will really be missed but are excited for them that they have a new opportunity in Utah. It also reminded me that I do not want to move it was hard work packing and helping with everything, and I know we have way too much stuff.

Pics

Claire has grown and changed so much the last few months and I got really behind on my blog but I think I am officially up to date. Claire has a very big personality and loves to be independent. She says mommy, daddy, dog, wow, out, milk, ei ei oh, and a few others. She loves outside and playing with other kids. We are really going to miss our good friends who are moving to Utah this Saturday we used to go to the park and play a lot. She loves to walk on her own and take off in stores I am seriously thinking about getting the little leash backpack. She is so fun to play with and cuddle with. She loves binki still but now has added blankie and least it doesn't matter which one as long as ahe has one ahe draggs it everywhere. She is still not 20 lbs but we got her a big girl car seat and she loves watching movies and looking out the windshield instead of staring at the back seat.

Train Park

We went to the Train park in Scottsdale a few weeks ago and had a great time they have the train, carousel and a huge play ground. Of course I didn't take very many pics but Claire was so tired she fell asleep while we ate lunch.

The Pirate Ship

Claire always wanted to play in Monster's water bucket so we decided to get her something to play with outside since we don't have a pool. We went to Toys r us and let her pick between a few different water tables. The one she picked more than once was this pirate ship. She loves sitting in it and throws all her toys in it.

Backyard Fun

Claire loves being outside no matter how cold or hot it is. She loves running in the grass, playing in the rocks and her favorite eating otter pops on the spa. We have already turned the sprinklers on to run through she loved it even though we did it a few weeks ago and it was still a little chilly. She is very independent and wanders the backyard and finds things like leaves, rocks and oves to pull flowers apart.

Easter Family Fun

We had a lot oof ufn for Easter this year we got to spend time with each family and Claire enjoyed picking up eggs and eating the candy. My Mom did an Easter egg hunt in my parents back yard. Then cousin Ben played kick ball with Tim and Claire she had such a good time with help for Dad.