Bump on a Log = Gluestick?

Well, we finally got that big old cyst off of Bump on a Log's face! Thank the Lord, because for me, it was distracting from his utter cuteness. (Yes, I am vain and I'm not afraid to say it). Anyhow, Bump on a Log (furthermore referred to as Ryan because I'm getting to lazy to type that all out) went in for surgery last Thursday. This was something that kind of irritated me b/c we were set for surgery last Monday (Aug 18), however, they called on like Thursday or Friday to reschedule b/c there was an "emergency" surgery scheduled by the neurosurgeon for Ryan's Monday time slot. Um, what kind of emergency surgery doesn't happen for four days!!!?? I was kind of irked since all the arrangements had been made for kids, who was coming with me (surgeries aren't really Erik's sort of thing!), etc. So anyhow, I had to change it to Thursday (begrudgingly).
Well, we had to be there by six am... no nursing for Ryan after 3:30am (woke him at 3). He did well, because he didn't even get into surgery til 8:30am (an hour late!). So he went in, and was done about an hour later. I went back to see my little guy and lets say he was a little mad when he woke up!
It took awhile, but after about two hours, he got over the mad phase and ate again. As the anesthesia wore off, Ryan started becoming himself again. For those of you don't know, Ryan is truly the most amazing baby I have ever met. He's not happy in a car, but other than that he is the most smiley, compliant, lovable, kid ever. Truly, he is a perfect baby. I couldn't imagine a better baby then him (except in a car!).
Anyway, the little guy is recovering nicely and is totally himself. He looks WAY better without the bump. He also looks SUPER tough with that scar.
Oh I almost forgot about the gluestick title! When they did the surgery, instead of stitches, they used some sort of surgical glue to seal the opening up. It's kinda smeared on there like you would do with a gluestick... so my mom (Sussa), started calling him gluestick. It probably won't stick (No pun intended!), but its a cute name for now.

Here he is with me beforehand in the consult room


Immediately after Surgery


Recovering with Sussa


Right after we got home


Later on in the evening with Nana


And here he is last night (Saturday Aug 23)


All in all, it was a great experience. Children's Hospital has been VERY good to us this year! We've had three surgeries and three successes. The nurses, doctors and support staff have all been fabulous! We love them all, but hope to not see them again for a very long time!

Hanson's Clues ;)

The other day, I decided to put together a mini scavenger hunt for the kids. It was more like, a scavenger hunt to all the errands I had to run, but they had a blast and so did I! We took pictures at all the places we went.
What I did was write up clues that rhymed, explaining that you play it kinda like the "blues clues" show and voila! Turned into a super fun day REALLY quick! The kids LOVED it and they guessed all my clues.
Here is how the game went:

Clue #1
You need to be quiet or you'll get lots of looks,
Here you'll find Clifford and lots of great books!
Answer: The Lbirary! (They have a big stuffed Clifford)




Clue #2
If you like nuggets, shakes & fries,
You'll love to buy food from these guys
Answer: You should know!




Clue #3
Here you can swing, slide & play
This place is fun on a sunny day!
Answer: The Park




Clue #4
Mrs. Tammy, Jode & Dori too
When you go here next week, your teacher is new!
Answer: School!





The last clue ended us up at Nana's house (Erik's mom) but I forgot a picture. So anyway, that was that! It was truly a blast!

Wow, it's been awhile!

Well, things have been crazy around here. We went to Pennsylvania to visit Erik's family for a week or so. We went to PA to meet up with Erik's family to scatter the ashes of his grandfather, who died about 3.5 years ago. Erik's parents came out, Erik's sister and her family and then Erik's Uncle and his family. It was a nice time. We stayed with Erik's grandma and the kids did really well.
We went swimming at a really fun lake area in Mt. Gretna, PA, Erik took the kids fishing with uncle Ian, we went to the County Fair, we scattered ashes on the Appalachian Trail, went to Hershey park, etc. Yes Erik and I lugged three kids through four different airports... and I actually made it back to tell about it! It's truly a miracle.

I'm trying to do my pictures but they aren't working... I'll be back with those tomorrow.

Editing now with some pictures!

The Dictator and The Copycat playing at the fair:)



Hershey Park:)
My little map reader!


Rides are tiring!

Sibling love:)


Pictures taken at Erik's childhood friends house...


Sweet babe.

Picture with me and mother in law and kiddos:)

just a cute one.