Newport

A couple of weeks ago we got to spend some time with family up in Newport.  We had so much fun spending time at the beach and just lounging around.  

Enjoying some kayak time with Papa Mickey.

Taking another ride with Dad.

Building a sandcastle with Uncle Dan and Cousin Braden.

Hmm.  Looks like they're burying more than just your feet this time.

Good thing it was low-tide.

Enjoying a frozen banana at the Fun Zone.

Beach Time!

I can't believe I forgot to post these pictures from Father's Day.  We had a wonderful day at the beach enjoying the sun, sand, surf, and a bunch of family.  It's become a tradition, one that we enjoy every year.  This year we were even blessed with perfect weather.

Playing in the sand with Papa Mickey and his Cousins, Brookie and Zoe.  Notice the big pile of sand in front of Caleb - his favorite thing to do in the sand is to have other people bury his feet, then he pretends they are monsters escaping from their slumber.  It's cute, but the kid can do it for HOURS.

Checking out the waves with Dad.

Weeeeee!

Ridin' the waves.

Catching some rays to get warm.

Enjoying some ice cream

Another great day at the beach!

Back in Swimming!

Caleb recently started swimming again.  It is so incredible to see him and his instructor, Mr. Brett, work together.  He is able to do such amazing things in the water - walking independently, holding his breath for long periods of time, and SWIMMING!!!  I mean he is actually propelling himself in the water.  When we started on this journey when Caleb was 11 months old, we signed him up for it to just be water therapy.  He has completely exceeded our expectations.  At least half of my time of every session is spent with my jaw dropped open, just watching what he can do.  Anyway, enough of my mommy bragging :)  Enjoy the video!

Sleep Study

A couple of weeks ago Caleb went in for a routine sleep study.  One of the first signs of progression of Caleb's form of Muscular Dystrophy is usually sleep apnea and can often occur around the age of 5.  So we decided to get the sleep study done, even though he wasn't showing any signs/symptoms of apnea, just to make sure.  I'm happy to report that everything checked out A-OK, and no concerns were seen. 

Even better, Caleb was an absolute champ, and the sleep study itself was completely uneventful.  This was especially a relief after the one we did when he was 2, which was one of the worst nights of my life!    Click here to see what I'm talking about :)

Nighty-Night!

Caleb's Room

Caleb got ahold of the video camera the other night and wanted to give you a tour of his bedroom.

*Warning:  This video may cause motion sickness!