Happy Thanksgiving!

"We can only be said to be alive in those moments when our hearts are conscious of our treasures." ~Thornton Wilder. We had a great Turkey Day! Mom and Dad cooked a yummy lunch, including Dad's 5th Annual Apple Pie Event. The meal was a huge improvement over last year's Turkey Jerky. We got some news this week from my new orthopedic specialist- I have mild hip dysplasia. During my bath last week, Mom and Dad noticed that the fat rolls on my thighs are not symmetrical, so they took me in for a check. I have to wear this brace 24-7 for the next 3 months while my hip joints (hopefully) correct themselves. My hips have been normal until now- they have been checked 7 times by a total of 6 doctors from here to Texas (yes, we counted). Mom is a little disappointed that it didn't show up earlier, but we are happy to be treating it now and hope that I won't have to have surgery in the future. The good news is that I don't mind the brace one bit. I have more important things to worry about- like wearing a bow in my hair... or leaving it down.
Dad says the upside is that we can break out "The Bob" stroller early- it's his favorite piece of baby gear. It's roomy enough for my new frog-leg position, and the shocks are better than a bike.
I get to take off the brace at night for my bath in the big girl tub (I outgrew the kitchen sink about 2 months ago). I'm starting to understand how the water splashes when I kick my legs, and I love to wiggle my way around until I'm sideways- it's more fun than any of my toys. At the end of my first Thanksgiving day, I am overwhelmed with my many blessings. I wish the same happiness and sweet dreams for you and your family!