Aidan Update

We'll I know many of you have been worried about Aidan. Finally after 5 antibiotics, 4 shots, and breathing treatments we have had two good weeks and a great visit yesterday with the Doctor. She checked him out and said his ears look perfect. She did say that if this continues in the fall we may start talking about tubes but I am so relieved to know that he has spent two weeks now with out an ear infection especially with the fact that four teeth are breaking though. The Doctor said that the wheezing didn't mean that he is susceptible to having asthma many children his age go through this until age 5 and some never wheeze again. It is horrible having a sick child but we are so lucky that there isn't anything really wrong with our children. I have reflected alot this week on our family and how blessed we are to be happy and healthy.

We have a very busy few days approaching. I will post pictures soon of all of our adventures within the next few weeks. It's summer and I love it!

The Summer has Begun!

Today was Alex's last day in the 3 year old program at Mustard Seed. The kids all received a certificate for completing the program and then the fun began. They had every outside toy you can think of for the kids to play with except a swimming pool. I was excited and a little sad today thinking about how he will miss being in school. He LOVES Mustard Seed the teachers and all of the friends he has made. I love how much he has learned, how outgoing he has become, and how happy he is to be with friends. I'm so proud of him!
Aidan actually got in on the fun too. He walked around not even wondering where I was which meant something spectacular was going on around him. Everyone is so amazed that the little boy I used to bring in his carrier is running around playing with the big boys.
Yesterday we got out the sand box. I kept thinking, "Is it time? No. Is it time? No." I finally decided I would deal with whatever happens. Aidan had not been in a real sandbox he seemed amazed about the sand on his legs and how it went in the bucket. I think he was thinking, "What is this stuff?" To my amazement he did not eat any and Alex did not throw any.

We'll that's all for today. I am ready for the Holiday Weekend!

Take care!

Santa Fe

We had an Amazing vacation. We did a little too much partying but that's what vacation is for right! This is us in a picture at the only bar in Santa Fe that refuses to sell Bud products. Apparently the owner got into a argument with one of the Busch's 20 years ago, that's a long time for a grudge, so we found something else to drink!
This is a Kiva from the ruins we went to. Apparently the tribe would cover these and do there rituals within the Kiva. The ruins were amazing. They were Mountains formed by Volcanic Ash. There were many houses within the Mountain that the tribe would live in and that we got to experience.
The church is Santuario De Chimayo one of the most famous churches in the United States. The story of the church is that a priest drowned in the river and his cross was found later in this spot. They would take the cross to another location and every night it would disappear and return to a small puddle where it previously was. They decided that instead of taking the cross back to the church that a church should be built where it was found. Some say that the dirt has healing powers and some believe it is the river behind the church. Inside where you find the dirt there are many crutches left behind from people that were healed.
This is the miracle staircase. All that is known is that a carpenter coming through worked for months on building the staircase and when he finished he just left. There is one support at the bottom but no others throughout. It was beautiful. The scary thing is that for years the nuns would go down this staircase with no railing. It was added later.


I went horseback riding on a mountain just on the outskirts of Santa Fe. This is me and Abby at the top of the mountain. It was beautiful to say the least. I also added a picture of the Mayor of Madrid. She is the Mayor only because she owns the most property in the town. Interesting huh!


Anyway, we had an amazing adventure. Alot of sight seeing, relaxing, partying, and fun. I feel so relaxed, rejuvenated, and happy. Thank you Aaron for taking all of your Adventures with me. I love you!

Alex's Birthday!

Alex's birthday was wonderful. He was so excited about his party and all of his friends coming. We started a few weeks early creating the shirts for the party. Alex's first comment was, "Mom, these are wicked cool!" I was so happy that he was excited about the shirts and happy that I was able to pull them off. I started with a picture of stud boy and his two girlfriends Faith and Flynn. He is so funny about these girls and so gentle and sweet with them. I know I am in for it when he turns 16!

Everything in the Julian household has turned into Superhero's! He loved his Spidey cake and blowing out the candles with Daddy!

I was lucky that he thought the day of his party was his birthday since we were going out of town. Who doesn't love two birthdays though. He enjoyed his actual birthday with a party at school and with Grandma at Chuckie-Cheese. I just can't believe that my little 5 pound baby is 4. I love you Alex!

Information I needed to know!

Alex gave me some medical information this morning that I must get into his permanent file. I asked him to clean his room and he informed me, "Actually, I am allergic to cleaning." Hopefully there is some medication for that.

Love you all!

Blessed

Yesterday my nephew Willie was injured badly by a horse. He was life-flighted to Cardinal Glennon and within 3 hours we knew that he was going to be fine. It goes over and over in my mind what could have happened and how blessed our family is that he is alright. As a Mother I hope that I never have to experience the fear that Andy and Sue must have felt yesterday. I just keep looking at the boys and thinking how blessed we are to have a happy and healthy family and how in just one second your life can be turned upside down. Hopefully we will all learn not to take anything for granted and to enjoy every moment that we have together.

Take care!

A day in the life.

My friend Julia did a blog about her day so I thought I would try a short day since they are always comical.
6:00- Wake up, both boys are waking up. Get everyone breakfast.
6:30- Aaron leaves, we wave goodbye and begin the day.
7:00- Alex hits Aidan because he knocked down his train. Time out.
7:30- Downstairs to watch Baby Einstein, Alex is running around in his Spidey suit. I'm trying to exercise.
8:30- Coloring upstairs. Aidan eats a crayon.
9:15- Aidan starts his nap. I finish my exercise while watching Dora with Alex.
10:45- I fall asleep with Alex, "I never do that- it had been a long week."
11:20- Wake up. Our good crystal glasses at each of our places at the kitchen table and 4 in my room. There is an open Orange Soda and Coke. "Alex said he was thirsty." (Makes sense?) "He made everyone a glass." ~I didn't know he knew how to open a soda can?"
12:00- Take a shower since were going out.
12:10- Aidan wakes up- Lunch time everyone...
1:30- Play down stairs. I check Ebay stuff and e-mail.
2:15- Boys take a bath.
2:45- While I'm getting ready Aidan finds a hairspray bottle without a lid. I thought it was broken. Anyway, all of a sudden I hear "pspspspspspsp". He looks at me crazy and shakes his head NO,NO,NO.
3:00- Call poison control they say it's fine.
3:45- Fix dinner for Grandma, and the boys.
4:00- Notice the reeds out of my $45.00 candle light jar are missing.
4:15- Alex finally brings them to me.
4:45- Grandma is here. Aidan is FREAKING out... (Until we leave).
5:30- Leave with Aaron for a night out. The rest is only for mature audience's...
Just kidding- kinda.

Well that's a peak into the stay at home Mommies day. I could have added some type of cleaning every 20 minutes and a bite from Aidan every 45... I wouldn't change it for the world...

Love to all!

What a Week!

Wow, what a week we had last week. Alex started it with a double ear infection, Aidan had rotavirus, I hade a sinus infection and as of today Aidan now has a double ear infection and Aaron is sick. Uck, is a good word for how we all have been feeling but a dose of goofyness came out Friday night when we took this picture.

Alex had a great time dying easter eggs and talking about the Easter Bunnies arrival.

Easter was spent going to church, going to my Uncle Roberts and hunting Easter eggs. All in all it was a fantastic holiday weekend. Now to get everyone well!

ALEX AT CHURCH:
Me- "Alex put your money in the basket."
Alex- Looks at the money, basket, then me, "I don't want to Mom."

It was taking too much time so we let the collection move on and then Alex gave his money to the usher. I guess he just needed a little time to let go of his cash!

Love to all.

Aidan's Party!

Wow, where to begin. It's been a wild week. We spent Aidan's actual birthday at the Magic House. The boys had a wonderful time and Alex keeps asking if we are going back. Aidan's party was so much fun. He was so happy and everyone seemed to enjoy themselves. Hopefully as much as I did!

Aaron was given a grill for his birthday. He wasn't very surprised but was happy it was a grill because he said he would have been disappointed if it was anything else. Thank you again Aaron for all that you do and thank you for making everyone so happy. (Aaron said he will grill for Alex's party)!!!

We'll all that's left is Aidan saying how happy he is and thank you for coming to his party.

Love to all!
Kim

Happy 1st Birthday Aidan!

This little light of mine,
I'm gonna let it shine,
let it shine,
let it shine,
let it shine...

More to come.