Week 4

Isaac had a busy fourth week. Aunt Allison came to visit - primarily in her capacity as an Aunt, but secondarily in her professional capacity (as a speech pathologist) to evaluate potential reflux issues (formerly referred to as colic). Apparently, Isaac does have a bit of reflux - a thousand thank you's to the inventor of Gripe Water (the homeopathic elixir that seems to soothe Isaac's stomach). Aunt Alli was also able to confirm what Isaac's Mom and Dad already knew - he is a genius, instinctively capable of doing something with his throat that Aunt Alli says the smart kids figure out to help lessen the effects of the reflux. Alli was also impressed with the enlightened football elevation technique Bill used to keep the reflux at bay while Isaac slept. (See picture below).

Jamie and Isaac also spent some time enjoying the fall weather - taking walks to starbucks (he too is grumpy before his morning caffeine fix), and meeting up with her prenatal yoga crew for lunch and to do stroller laps around Lincoln Park and soothe the savage beasts (Wilson and Baby Werewolf). Finally, Friday arrived and Bill was excited to be finished with work and ready to play with Isaac.

Friday night Isaac had a play date with his brightly-colored friend Ashton and his parents Josh and Julia Kramer. Julia made a delicious dinner and Isaac decided to depart from his typical routine and actually let Mom and Dad eat dinner while seated and at the same time - a seldom occuring event.

Saturday Isaac took his show on the road and went to pick up some delicious meats from Polyface Farms in the morning, then out to breakfast at a Hill institution named Jimmy T's. Later he went on a long walk to Eastern Market and to hang out on the Capitol lawn - and to offer testimony on the financial crisis, an issue he clearly comprehends at a higher level than the republicans.