Papi's Been Approved for Medicaid!!!

Gracias a Dios!

On Friday, we went to Austin to visit with Mami and Papi. Aiden was so excited to see his little cousins again. He really loves Matthew and Joshy.

Well, Mami had some great news for us: Papi had (finally) been approved by Medicaid!!! Our prayers, once again, had been answered. I'm happy to say that my faith never quavered. I always believed in this result. The power of hope and faith are strong and good to have. Believe!

We were able to spend time with Papi at his nursing home. (The picture was taken in the lobby near the aquarium.) He's really doing well. We fed him real well on Saturday for lunch. Todd, Aiden, Matthew, Mami and I rolled Papi down the sidewalk to a restaurant. He ate like he always used to eat: A LOT! He even ate a slice of banana cream pie for dessert, and downed it with some of Mami's coffee.

[On a side note, I'd lately been wondering why Aiden eats so much. We always blamed it on growth spurts, but now I think it's hereditary -- from MY side of the family. Thanks, Papi.]

We're revving up plans to get Mami and Papi moved over here to Houston. Keep us in your prayers as we begin a wonderful new life together!

He's Three!!!

What a Week!!!

Aiden was so excited about his birthday. He knew he would be turning three, and he'd remind everyone about that fact: teachers, friends, us, strangers in the store, his teddy bear.... He invited a few friends to go bounce with him and have fun. Daddy and I loved this idea because we wouldn't have to clean the house after throwing a big fiesta. (Daddy didn't like to cost, though.)

We bought a Cars cake. Aiden love that movie. (So do we, along with his Nana and Paupi. To quote Paupi's favorite line, "I'm happier than a tornader in a mobile home park!")

Aiden did end up hitting his face during dinner. The family went out to one of our favorite Mexican restaurants after the party. Aiden started falling asleep at the table and bumbed his nose on the edge of the table. His cousins and Tia Lily were exhausted, too.

Since his birthday, I catch myself looking at my little baby so fondly. I can't believe I have a big boy! He's growing up too fast! Maybe it's time for another baby. But when I ask Aiden if he'd like a baby brother or a baby sister, his answer is always, "No, thank you." (Such a polite little man we're raising. And honest, too!)

Thank God for Aiden. Todd and I are very lucky. Thanks to all who came over, who called, who sent a card, who emailed, and who said a little prayer for him. We're blessed to be surrounded by such great family and friends. Amen.