Knee update

Yesterday was the big day. We got to the hospital around 9:45 to get checked in. Sometime around 10:30 they called me back and started up on the iv's. They put in a nerve blocker in my thigh to help dull the pain during recovery. April said I slept a lot, then they finally brought me back into the OR. I remember getting on the table, putting on the oxygen mask and the Dr. telling me that i'd feel a slight "stinging" sensation in my arm from the anesthesia medicine. Next thing I know, i'm getting dressed to go home!

The pain has been pretty dull, however I definitely know it's there! I've been resting a lot between yesterday and today since rehab starts tomorrow!

I'm going to try and scan the pics the doc gave me, but essentially I completely tore my acl, had a partial tear of the MCL and tore the medial and lateral meniscus. They used portions of my tendon and bone to repair the acl and put an anchor in to repair my meniscus.

ok...back to bed. I'm tired!

Pumpkin Patch

Today was the day of our annual trek to the Pumpkin Patch at our church! The kids had a good time. Cayden LOVED all the "balls".

Alyssa and Cayden walking down the "yellow brick road"
Dorky Matching Outfits :)
Alyssa wanted the biggest pumpkin she could find!

Cayden showing the latest "ball" he found!

Cayden's Baptism

Cayden was Baptized at our church on October 12th. We were happy to have lots of family in attendence as his aunts, uncles, cousins, grandparents and even great-aunt and great-uncle joined us to celebrate.

Weekend getaway

April and I were able to get away last weekend to the Hyatt Hill Country resort in Bastrop for a few days of R&R. I won a three day weekend trip through work, so it fit my budget! FREE! We were able to just relax and enjoy a great resort. Hiking along the Colorado river, floating in the pool/lazy river, and just hanging out!

Saturday afternoon we went to Georgetown to meet Kyle and Melanie and their beautiful little girl, Julia. They invited us to the Taste of Georgetown where we sampled food and wine from local restaurants and wineries.

Cute video

Nature Fest

Last weekend we had a great opportunity to hang out as a family at Nature Fest. The kids got to go to a petting zoo, learn about animals, watch dogs catch frisbees, and enjoy a great day together.