New glasses for the New Year

Recently, one of Gianna's teachers mentioned that she was having trouble seeing the board in her class. At first, she thought it might have been the angle at which she was looking at it. Gianna's desk wasn't far from the board, however, it was way off to the side by the windows. So we thought maybe the angle and glare was the problem. Gianna moved to another seat and we didn't hear anything for a few weeks. The teacher and I assumed her vision was ok. Then Gianna started to complain again about not being able to see it very well. John and I noticed her struggling at home to see certain things in the distance. So...we made the appointment for an eye exam. I felt so bad when we were there. I got to observe the exam and saw exactly what she could NOT see. I was surprised to say the least...and I felt a little guilty for not bringing her in earlier. I've never had problems with my vision, and just never thought of my kids not being able to see as well as me. Naive...I know.

After the exam, we got to pick out glasses. It was very easy...the second pair Gianna tried on...were "THE ONES". She loved them and I thought they looked great on her! It went much easier than I thought it would. She doesn't seem to mind having glasses at all. Since she is near-sighted and only needs to wear them occasionally (like in class or watching tv/movies), I'm concerned how long they are going to last. Taking them on and off will mean she will have to be careful not to lose them or break them. A test of her responsibility! I think she'll do fine and I love her new look!