Highlights of Dixon happenings, including surgeries, baby milestones, family photo opportunities, fundraising and community involvement. Check out these stories, and check back for more eNews from the Dixon Seven.
"SUDDENLY SEVEN"
Donny "Big Poppa," holding Madison & Hudson, in the center Logan "Big Brother," and Liz "Mommy," holding Candice & Samantha.
"DIXONS FIND A HOUSE"
Liz & Donny Dixon bought a house in January, moved in during the month of March and the whole family is adjusting well.
"SAM IS FIRST TO WALK"
Samantha was the first of the Quads to walk; on Sunday, July 9, Sam took her first steps. Go Sam Go! We're so proud.
[ more Sammy ]
"LOGAN's NEW BED"
Logan has gotten so big and moved on to his "big boy bed"-- he just loves it, too! He enjoys reading "Goodnight Moon" before bedtime.
[ more Logan ]
"HER QUIET STRENGTH"
Candice has been fighting infections, but is still progressing each day. She's started baby foods by mouth, and hopefully soon she won't need her g-tube anymore for feedings.
[ more Candi]
"MATCHY-MATCHY"
The Dixon girls all dressed up alike in yellow. Although, they're not identical Super Twins. Click below to learn more.
[ about twinning ]
"MEALTIME"
It's non-stop for the Dixon family -- including feedings! Mealtime is no simple task with 5 little mouths to feed. Bibs, highchairs & jars!
[ the Dixon 7 ]
"NOV. 15TH"
Liz's colostomy reversal surgery led to the unexpected discovery of other problems; right ovary with cyst was removed, along with her appendix. At least 6 weeks of recovery ahead.
[ Liz's updates ]
"LOGAN & CANDI"
Logan loves his baby sisters and brother, and enjoys hamming it up for the camera too. Pictured here with Candice Bailey.
[ more Logan ]
"WITH PASTOR GRAHAM"
On Sunday, November 6, 2005, Liz and Donny presented the Quads for dedication before the church membership.
[ download a photo ]
"KINDNESS OF OTHERS"
Several women in the Atlanta area have banned together in support of the Dixon Quads. They call themselves "The Quad Squad" and have let many know the Dixon story with signs, clown costumes, and fundraising.
[ more kind souls ]
"QUADS ALL REUNITED"
After 5 months and 4 days, Candice Bailey was finally released from the NICU. Although still requiring fill-time medical care, she is able to be with her siblings. The Dixon Seven are together at last.
[ about candice ]
"THANKS DOC"
Many people helped to make sure this was a successful pregnancy. The Dixons are so thankful for the care and work of Christopher J. Riegel, M.D. and Thomas J. Albert, M.D. P.A.
[ more thanks ]
"WFAA NEWS"
The Quads' birth was annnounced to all of North Texas thanks to Channel 8, airing the story with footage from the NICU at Plano Presbyterian.
[ watch the news story ]
"CHICK-FIL-A"
Friends of the Dixon family planned a fundraiser in the Plano area. Through the generosity of Chick-fil-a in Plano, all those that dined during the weekend, contributed to the 5% of profits that were donated to the Quads Trust Fund.
[ appreciation ]
