Monday, March 16, 2009

growing every day...





















well, zaina is recovering well. It has been now 5 weeks post-surgery. her palate was closed completely right after surgery, dr. predicted a small hole would form in the palate area, and it did, about 2 cm big hole, then it closed up on its own with scar tissue forming over it. then it opened up again, about 1/2 cm, around the scar tissue. we hope over time it will close up again soon since the entire area is still actively recovering. If not, a revision surgery for the palate next year.
The kids are very happy with each other. Zaina starts school (preschool for socialization) in 3 weeks, and will start at only one day per week.
Here's some recent pics. Zaina got a new apron in 1 picture that she is styling. In a second set of pics, she is wearing a new "too too" skirt. so cute. Shaun decided to make scary and funny faces for us.
We are planning a Disneyland road-trip for may. excited about that.

3 comments:

P n E said...

Zaina looks wonderful!! I love your fierce faces. Looks like things are going well. Have my fingers crossed for the hole to close again!! She's just beautiful!! Thanks for sharing. Elizabeth in VA

Diane said...

Love the faces! Zaina is a gorgeous chef, the food looks yummy too! Have fun on your trip to Disney!
Sounds like Shaun is the best big brother in the whole world!
Love,
Di, Gary & Bing!

comingaroundagain said...

Cutest kids. . . but their momma looks scary!! ;-)