Bisphenol-A

When Kylie was on formula and getting fed via the bottle, we decided to switch from plastic to glass bottles with the recent hype on BPA. I looked into the issue a bit and tried to decide what would be best. There were a few studies I read where BPA was tested on animals and bad outcomes were found- such as cancer, diabetes, obesity. We switched over to glass for peace of mind and it's challenged me to look at what I drink or eat out of (no more Nalgene bottle). Although, I recently found Nalgene has a new water bottle BPA free. I had no idea the recycle symbol on the bottom of plastic bottles/containers can tell you if it contains BPA. So finding a number 7 on the bottom of my tupperware or bottles wasn't a good thing. I would love any additional information on the subject if you have it!
Thanks for encouraging me to blog about it Candace.

(Matt's first blog entry)

Mother's Day was the BEST! Matt took our own
rice milk into Carlino's Coffee House to make a
latte for me. It has been months since I have been
able to enjoy such a treat. He also brought me lillies
and a "tear jerker" card. He is the best husband!
His family came over for a wonderful brunch.



Please don't tell Matt...but I don't think he's the father!
She's too cute to be his.



Kylie with Grammie. Again...I don't think she is Matt's.

Our friend Annie Hess is pretty extraordinary...
Matt calls her a "physical specimen" it doesn't
hurt my feelings...really it doesn't. I have to agree
with him. When it comes to track and field, well actually
throwing discus the girl is absolutely amazing. We went
to watch her throw hammer at one of her meets last
month; unfortunately we missed the discus. At that meet
she set a stadium record for the discus at Mt. Hood
Community College. Good luck at the Olympic trials!



ENGAGED
One of my best friends, Lisa Russell recently got engaged
to a great guy named Brian. Matt and I spent a little
time with them a few weekends back and enjoyed our
time with them getting to know Brian. To our surprise, and Lisa's,
he popped the question on a Mexico getaway about a week
ago! We are so excited for their future together. They'll
be a blessing together and will touch so many lives as a
married couple!

Redmond

Finally I was able to upload a picture!! Computer troubles.
Anyway...here's Kylie playing with her first pinecone in
Redmond. We went to Eagle Crest with Paul and Karyn, and
their baby-to-be. We stayed a few days, enjoyed the sun and
quiet atmosphere.

Update

So we've been off the blogging radar the last month. We decided to save a little cash and cancel our phone, internet and cable. In turn, I haven't had internet access during the day so blogging got put on the back burner. The last few weeks have been a blur of formula, bottles, and pumping- yes I mean breast pumping. I know to some that might not sound like fun or what you want to read on a blog, but it's true. We took Kylie to an Allergist who agreed with the pediatrician to put her on a hypoallergenic formula as a trial to see if the blood in her stool went away. It did, along with other signs of something irritating her... like her constant diaper rash and eczema. The trial lasted roughly 3 weeks and now we're attempting to get her back nursing full-time. She's been back on mother's milk 24hrs and seems to be tolerating it. As for me, I am on what some may say a crazy diet... trying to avoid all possible allergens. I will begin to reintroduce foods and see if we can pinpoint the culprit. We see the Allergist again next week, so I am hoping to continue breastfeeding if all goes well.
Aside from that, we have been busy spending time with friends. I've been meeting with a few gals each week and have really enjoyed the blessing of friendship. Earlier in the week the three of us, along with Paul and Karyn, went over to Redmond so Matt could see customers. We enjoyed the sunny, crisp weather over there. We relaxed, read, and went on walks while Matt was busy calling on customers. He enjoyed the company in the late afternoon and evening! We're looking forward to the summer and more fun times ahead.