busy weekend

Sorry, I know I have a lot of updating to do.

Michael is doing much better recovering from the MRI his head swelling has gone down and we are almost back to 100%.

We will get the full report today. Dr. K called us on Friday to give brief overview. He said that Michael's LPA and RPA are small (as they knew before) This will have to be repaired, he thinks it can wait until the next open heart but will be monitored closely. If not he thinks it would just require a trip to the Cath Lab for them to put in shunts.

He was pleased with Mick's Aorta and will continue to watch it. We will get more detail today and update. He did say he was not too surprised by anything that he saw.


Michael had a great relaxing weekend and was glad to stay home to get caught up with rest.


Poor Uncle Sean was rushed to the Hospital on Sat. night. he had to have his Apendix taken out at 1 A.M. Sean is such a trooper he had been living with incredible pain for five days and thought it was just his IBS. Then his dr. advised him to go to the hospital and sure enough he had to get is apendix taken out. He was in the hospital for two days and now is with my parents recovering.
We were so happy to hear Sean is doing much better and is only in a little bit of pain.

I was very worried and said I was going to go up to see him. He said after what Mick has been through this is nothing, I am fine! We look forward to see him next weekend at my cousin Brian's graduation party. Hopefully he is fully recovered!

Sorry have to run to work I have so much more to update on Mick's bday party and this past weekend! Mick met Cousin Cole, had his first BBQ, and trip to CP zoo.


Love to all

After four hours of being in the MRI machine, Michael is out and recovering from his super-long and groggy nap. His head is a little swollen and his saturation rates are a little low, so he'll be at the hospital until these things go down and up (respectively). He'll most likely be home within the next few hours.

The results of the MRI won't be available for a few days, but we'll keep you posted. Thanks for your continued good wishes.

Lots of love.

At 11:30 am, Michael went in for his MRI. The little tiger was not allowed to eat since 4 AM so his smiling and friendly disposition caught the doctors and nurses by surprise. His Mom and Dad have been by his side, diverting his attention from all too familiar hospital lights and a grumbling tummy. During the 3 hour MRI, Michael's medical team will be looking to see how his heart is doing and to measure brain activity to make sure his blood circulation is sufficient. This little one-year old has everyone amazed.

Lots of love. I'll send an update when I hear more.

And because a picture says it all, here are some from Mother's Day.

MRI

so we are heading to the hospital for Michael's MRI. It is going to be a much longer day then we thought. Michael will be in the MRI machine for three hours and then it will be a four hour recovery. They are going to be looking at Michael's heart and brain.


Thank you for all your prayers and well wishes!


I will call Caitlin to post an update once we know anything.


Love to all

more to come sorry have to run

Love to all

Happy Birthday to You Happy Birthday to You, Happy Birthday Miracle Michael Happy Birthday to You!

Awwwww everyone is clapping for ME ! I can't believe how lucky I am to have so many people LOVE ME!

Nana Made me the most special Home made birthday cake, I cannot wait to have my first bite!

I am ONE!



many more pics to come we are just getting ready to go to mass so I will post after.

Birthday Wish for Michael

My poor grandpa could not make it to my big party but sent me my first poem. The best birthday present!
Thank you grandpa, don't worry we will have many more to celebrate.

Get Better!

Mick

A special birthday wish for Michael

And God said:
"Michael you have to go down to earth to teach."
And Michael came,
And Michael taught:
* A doctor how to cut the umbilical cord
* Two wonderful people how to be fabulous parents
* Doctors and nurses that he was ‘Miracle Michael’
* All of us the true joy of LIFE - without saying a word
* How to smile through your tears
* How Love is alive and truly universal- just check Michael's blog
* And how to pray, and pray, and pray.
You teach us something new every day Michael, and we thank you for it.

Have a very Happy Birthday.

I Love you and Miss you,
Grandpa Connolly


This was a poem my great grandpa Connolly wrote to my Great Grammie for mother's day.

My grandpa sure takes after his dad .

Love mick

WE LOVE YOU, MOTHER DEAR

Ofter, at the end of day
Dismayed by daily strife,
We think of you, dear mother
And virtues of your life.
Devoted, kindly, loving,
Tending to our every care.
Always giving, never asking
We love you so, Mother Dear.
Dad

Let's get the PARTY STARTED

HI everyone! YEP I am a big boy now !!! I love hanging out with my mommy at the Park


Mommy rushed home from work so she could take me to the park at 4:30, it was still nice out! We had so much fun reading stories, singing songs, and playing with my toys. Mommy let everyone know it was my Birthday!



We were going to go to Big Daddy's restaurant for my birthday dinner but daddy got stuck at work. Auntie Caitlin came over with my first Birthday Cupcake ! Mommy let me try a little piece BOY OH BOY was it DELICIOUS!






Mommy kept me awake so I could have daddy time. Daddy came home and gave me the best tubby!! I love when daddy gives me baths!



Nana and Uncle Sean are on their way to celebrate my birthday!! They are going to watch me while mommy works.

Sadly Grandpa can't come because of his knees. The doctor said he can't travel. We know they must be really bad because grandpa was so sad he can't come. The most important thing is that grandpa get his new magic knees so he can run after me. I am growing up really quickly and sure do love my grandpa. Mommy told him not to worry about not being able to make it but to take care of those knees because there are going to many more birthdays to celebrate !

We are going to take a trip soon to see grandpa!



We have a busy day today, we are going to the hospital now for them to run a few tests before my MRI on the 21 st. It should only take 20 mins. total.


Today at 4:30 my best friend Asher and I are going to have a joint birthday party for all our friends who live in our building!

LET THE PARTY BEGIN!! I AM ONE!!!!

LOVE TO ALL
THE Mickster :)

Birthday BOY !!!!!!!!!!!!

Birthday boy woke up and put on his special out fit and watched his fav. show while I got ready
                                          He wanted to start his party a little early
Pic from Last night. Auntie caitlin came over with a birthday cupcake. I cut my self out of this one but he looks so cute 

I have to run to work for grand rounds . 

Michael Has made it to the BIG DAY !!! 11:16 A.M. was the time our Miracle entered the world!

I will have caitlin post more pic 

Love to all 

Will write during my lunch break 

Count Down to Being ONE!!!!

So I have already gone threw a box of tissues. I can't believe the Big birthday is tomorrow!!!!!


Michael is doing amazing!

Sorry so quick but have to run to work I will post when I get back with more pics. He is just tooooooo Cute!!



Love to all

the most wonderful mother"s Day

I love to Cuddle with Auntie Sarah



Mommy Just got her new printer she needed my help to put it together. Mommy is not good at this stuff and needs all the help she can get. We found out she is missing a part and needs to wait until they send it to her.



Hey dad get out of the bathroom and come help us !!






Hi everyone,

quick up date before I have to run to work.

I will post more later.


Last week we had Auntie Sarah visit for a few days. It was so wonderful to have seen her. She has been taking over the night shift at her job so we were lucky to have her for a few days that she had off. Michael loves his time with is Godmother! Just like his daddy, he sits and cuddles with Auntie Sarah (everyone else he moves around, sitting is not his favorite). We had a wonderful visit with Auntie Sarah as always!


Nana came on Friday! Caitlin took nana to the top of the empire state building then they headed up to see us.
Nana and auntie caitlin watched me so Mommy and Daddy could have a date night.


The next morning Mommy and Daddy took me to my First little league baseball game. We went to cheer on my friend Kevin.
Then we met up with Nana at the Manhattan Club we had so much fun playing.

Jess and her Mom came over to the Manhattan Club. Jess's mom was so excited to meet me. We also had to make sure her mom knew how much we LOVE Jess! She is the BEST Nanny in the world!

Daddy came to get me to have a boys night. Mommy, Nana, & Auntie Caitlin were going out to dinner and then a Show to celebrate mother's day.

Mommy stayed at the Manhattan Club with Nana and Caitlin to get a good night rest. She woke up early and came to meet me and Daddy at her favorite restaurant for Brunch.

Then Mommy and Daddy took me threw Central Park. I got to walk around and see all the children, birds, trees, boats, and musicians, it was so exciting. We met up with Nana and Auntie Caitlin at the Zoo.

We had the most incredible day!

Some pictures of the Mickster enjoying spring!

Happy Friday!

Tuesday night Daddy was able to come home by 7:30 so we walked to Central Park. I loved being up so high I could see everyone passing.









Proud daddy






Thanks Mom, I love eating my ice pop while watching Baby Einstein






Jess, the best babysitter in the world took Mick to the park and sent me some pics






He could not keep his eyes open because of the flash. He sure did want to show off his smile!