Happy New Milestone!

We are off to a great start. Just this week, Lucas is demonstrating a new trick. He can now blow a whistle! I would have to buy him his own whistle because his brother still has to be more consistent in SHARING haha

A Blessed 2010

As we welcome the new year 2011, we would like to count our blessings for 2010.

• a successful pull-through and take down surgery for Lucas in January
• a hydrocoelectomy and herniotomy in one for Rafa last April
• a newer vehicle to accommodate our growing family in August
• Lucas is walking before Christmas
• Last April 2009, there were small stones detected in both kidneys of Lucas. A renal ultrasound done in last week of December revealed NO kidney stones!!!
• Our most recent urinalysis showed normal results.

We will not be surprised if our doctor tells us that the VUR has been resolved. We look forward to our check-ups to hear more great news.

Thank you for praying with us. We praise God for all these!  Have a BLESSED 2011!

Lucas is walking!!!

Lucas has been taking several steps but it was only last night when we saw him move from one part of the room to the next. When he feels he is losing his balance, he stops and steadies himself then starts again.

Way to go, Lucas!!! We are so proud of you!!!

It's beginning to look a lot like Christmas

Old Stuff but Still Post-Worthy

Lucas has been doodling a lot. Here is one of his many works. We are trying to determine if he is right-handed or a lefty. Recently, he has been using his left hand more. I cannot say his right hand is weak though. This guy's grip is solid!

August 15, 2010

Everyone got up early for Sunday Mass in Pink Sisters convent in Tagaytay. It was a good 1.5 hour drive from Manila.

Blue Team

Orange Team

Some brother time at Bag of Beans

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Rare times we caught him wearing his glasses long enough to capture on camera.

and smiling too!

He has been moving a lot now and gaining confidence.

Breakfast at MMLDC, October 24, 2010

mugshots

We got our passports yesterday. Here are the pictures of the boys.

New Look for Lucas

Portions of his head has been shaved in the first few weeks of life and shaved again early this year. Anyway, we will not let it pass just like that. As Rafa did before, Lucas had his first ceremonial haircut done by his one and only Tatay.

The momentus event happened the same day our new President took oath and assumed his elected post.

Pictures to follow.

21 Months

Here are some vital stats:

Weight: 12kgs
Medicine/Supplements: Multi-vitamins (syrup), Ascorbic Acid plus Zinc, Thyrax and Cephalexin (stopped iron and cod liver oil)
Milestones: creeping; pulling to stand; cruising, follow instructions when in a good mood (e.g. if you want to be carried, you have to sit first); babbling (grandma claims he calls her)
Conditions being monitored: VUR, Hypothyroidism, Developmental delays

A Restored Heart

Around this time last year, Lucas' heart was repaired.

This picture was taken a few days before his surgery. He was at The Medical City battling an infection in preparation for the heart operation.

Donning a Dr. Siongco original, after his surgery. The gown design is ideal for those who have undergone surgery. It is easy to put on and fasten back. Complements the smile perfectly.

A year after, who would have thought these are pictures of the tiny baby who had his heart restored a year ago?

We would like to thank all those who have supported us and prayed with us. Thank you to all the doctors and nurses who took care of Lucas in The Medical City and Philippine Heart Center. This is another testimony of God's Love and Power.

Rafa turns 3