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It has been nearly 3 months since I have written last and yep, you guessed life has been busy around here. But really, who isn't busy these days? 

School is in full swing and Carter is enjoying Kindergarten for the most part. Some days are boring he says, and he doesn't want to go back, but for the most part it has been great. One more month until he turns 6 years old. I love birthdays, but hate that my baby is not so much a baby anymore. 

Cade has full week of therapies again and I don't know how, but always find room for more. He is such a busy, hard working little guy and still such a joy to everyone he comes in contact with. I hear so often from his therapists how he brightens there day and is so eager to learn. They say what a nice touch he brings to their day..I just agree, I am his Mom, I am lucky enough to experience that joy 24/7. If you haven't heard already Cade's diet is even stricter now..no cheating. No sugar, no grains, and barely any carbs. He is Ketogenic or Modified Atkins Diet(MAD). His diet is made up of majority of fats, moderate protein, and low carb. We have also started to incorporate supplements again. Cade's B-12 was low and kids with PWS have shown a great response to B-12 injections(yes, ANOTHER shot) but it is worth it if it can help in ways other children have responded to it. His first shot was today...I haven't noticed any major difference than his usual day to day awesomeness...we will see what tomorrow brings.

 Little Miss Camille will be 3 months old this week. Time sure is flying even faster with her. 
She is such a great tag along, and just goes with the flow...most of the time. 

Nonetheless, even with all the ups and downs, I wouldn't change a thing. I have been extremely blessed beyond words. 


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