In December, the kids’ wonderful pediatrician passed away. Dealing with his death has been a difficult process; I don’t think a day has gone by that I haven’t thought about him and the impact he made on our family.  Over the past weeks, the process and necessity of finding a new pediatrician for the kids has been extremely sad and unproductive.  Two weeks ago, however, I took a leap of faith and selected their new doctor.  The determining factor was that he was a very dear friend of Dr. M’s—a connection that I have found great comfort in.  I can only believe that a person with the character, integrity, and kindness that Dr. M had would only have friendships with others that share his values. 

Today, Delaney had her 18 month check-up with her new doctor.  I no longer have any concerns about whether I made a good decision.  He was methodical, listened attentively, and had a warmth and sincerity reminiscent of Dr. M.  He was everything that I hoped he would be.  I think the kids will be in very good hands.

Oh, and Delaney’s stats were no surprise—she is long and lean:  3rd percentile in weight and 72nd percentile in height.