Back to South Minneapolis

We've spent far more time in south Minneapolis over the past couple days than we had planned. It started Wednesday night when Alondra was having trouble sleeping. We thought we detected strider but weren't sure. She hadn't had any problems other than the typical toddler cold since the airway reconstruction. Turns out it was stridor, she has croup. They gave her steroids for the swelling so she hasn't had any serious breathing issues, but they admitted her to Children's Hospital so they could keep an eye on her.

At times she's clearly feeling fairly well. After school yesterday all 3 of the kids played beautifully together on the hospital bed. But there have been a few traumatic crying spells as well. We're not sure when we'll be able to bring Alondra home. I'm still holding out hope for today, but Deanna is doubtful. We'll see what the doctors say.

Christmas Concert

Both Lauren and Matt chose to perform in a small ensemble with their friends this year. I was always very nervous when participating in such an intimate public performance. But it doesn't seem to bother either of them. First up are Lauren on flute and Kay on clarinet, followed by Matt on trumpet, Andy on clarinet, and Troy on sax. I think you'll recognize the tunes.



Sorry about the poor view. All the first year band parents get there real early and snatch up the good seats. If you stick it out to the end you get to hear Alondra sing along.

Yellow Flower

Over the River

...and through the woods. OK Chris, there were no woods. But we did cross a couple rivers on the way to Grandmas yesterday. The Crow and Sauk River to be specific. That's not the point anyway.

Sarah's Dad

Sarah took this picture of her Dad yesterday. She wanted me to put it on the internet.

American Goldfinch

I finally got around to putting the heated birdbath out. Didn't take long and all our fine feathered friends from miles around stopped by for a visit. The Juncos and Sparrows were first on the scene. But a bunch of Chickadees, a pair of Cardinals and a Blue Jay weren't far behind. Our little buddy in the picture even made an appearance.

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