the mighty max update: max's new sleeping buddy

Maxwell isn't a huge fan of our two dogs...especially if they are in the way or they run over him (understandably!). I'm sure that will change over time, but for now Max prefers to keep his distance from them.

HOWEVER, Barney and Shakey have recently chosen Max's bed as a good resting spot. While I think this is absolutely adorable, I am dreading the day Max wakes up to see one of the boys in HIS bed. Eeks! :)

charge syndrome

CHARGE syndrome is a recognizable (genetic) pattern of birth defects which occurs in about one in every 9-10,000 births worldwide. It is an extremely complex syndrome, involving extensive medical and physical difficulties that differ from child to child. The vast majority of the time, there is no history of CHARGE syndrome or any other similar conditions in the family. Babies with CHARGE syndrome are often born with life-threatening birth defects, including complex heart defects and breathing problems. They spend many months in the hospital and undergo many surgeries and other treatments. Swallowing and breathing problems make life difficult even when they come home. Most have hearing loss, vision loss, and balance problems which delay their development and communication. All are likely to require medical and educational intervention for many years. Despite these seemingly insurmountable obstacles, children with CHARGE syndrome often far surpass their medical, physical, educational, and social expectations.

For more information, visit http://www.chargesyndrome.org

Thursday, October 30, 2008

max's new sleeping buddy

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