Well it's going to be a busy spring for the frazier5. Elijah is sick right now with another ear infection, swollen tonsils and a nasty cough. He is feeling some better today, but still has lots of junk in his nose to deal with. We are going back to Minnesota in the next few weeks for another dilation. I think this might be number 13 but I am not sure. Elijah has an appointment with the urologist on the 25th to see about removing the undescended testicle before his first birthday. I think right now our biggest prayer request would be for his head surgery. I know most of you have heard us talk about him possible having craniosyntoses (basically his head sutures closed early leaving less room for the brain to grow). We have been in contact with the largest and best craniofacial center we can find, which is in Dallas Texas. They have looked at his pictures and say he has moderate metopic craniostynoses. We have an appointment there on April 3rd to determine if there is a need for surgery. As you could imagine the thoughts of my son's head being operated on are very concerning. I know that God is in control and can see all he has done so far, but I am only human. Please pray that whatever happens will be God's will from going to the right place/doctor to the surgery. We know that if he needs it is best for him to get it done kjnow rather than later. We don't want there to be any long term effects for him. The last thing is that he will be having tubes put in his ear sometime soon. The ENT will also explore his nasal cavity since it is so small and determine if anything more needs to be done. As I type this I thank GOd for my child and what he means to me and want to do what is best for him, but i also find it all very overwhelming.

On a positive note, he is doing much better sitting up and loves to play with his toys. He weighs 15 lbs. and is growing longer everday it seems. He is very interactive and loves to snuggle with you. I am so proud to have him as my son.

The other boys are growing up way too fast. Matthew was baptized several weeks ago. I can say that is one the greatest feelings ever and the best prayer to be answered. Andrew is just becoming such a little man. And if you have met him you know he \is a comedian. I hope to update again soon. Love you all.

The Frazier 5