Bloodwork...

Dear Nicky,

Today I picked you up at Stones as soon as all you guys returned from your field trip to Kidz Village in Kenilworth. From the way everybody was raving about it, it sounded like a great time was had by all. After all that fun, it was time for some trouble, and by that I mean blood test.

So June and picked you up and we went to St. Barnabus together. We checked in, went to the lab, and had to wait quite a bit, but I must say you kids behaved fantastic. You were adorable, curious, and well mannered. You really made me look good. The nurse/receptionist even commented on how calm I was. Anyway, they needed a urine sample too, which wasn't easy to get, since you didn't really want to go, but you tried to please, and we got enough. Then there was the blood drawing itself, which frightened you and you struggled in my arms, but the phlebotomist was skilled and the process was brief. Afterward we came home, had treats as a reward for your bravery and June's, and played Wii. Later Mom came home from her trip and our little family was together again.

Love,
Dad