Smile is returning
Mouth still a mess (there is a lot of bruising but the blue in this photo is from a popsicle!)
Wednesday, May 11, 2011
day three
Day three and improving....slowly. Koby is hoping the swelling will go down enough tonight so that he can return to school tomorrow.
Smile is returning
Mouth still a mess (there is a lot of bruising but the blue in this photo is from a popsicle!)
Smile is returning
Mouth still a mess (there is a lot of bruising but the blue in this photo is from a popsicle!)
Tuesday, May 10, 2011
day two
Koby is doing much better today. He was extremely sick yesterday after waking up from a nap, vomiting several times throughout the late afternoon right up until he went to bed. Today, however, brought him a rest from all that as well as a return of his appetite. His swelling has gone down some throughout the day and his spirits were lifted. He was even asking if it would be okay to go outside and play soccer or basketball! Here's hoping that tomorrow is just a little better still.
Koby's attempt at a smile
Koby's attempt at a smile
Monday, May 9, 2011
unique
We always knew Koby was special, but a few weeks ago we found out just how special and unique he truly is. During a routine check-up at the dentist we learned that Koby has an extra tooth growing up in his gums between his top front two teeth. The dentist recommended that we have the tooth removed by an oral surgeon before the tooth began to eat away at the roots of his permanent teeth and cause damage.
So, this morning we went to have his extra tooth, #9A (that's "A" for awesome by the way), taken out. Koby was quite a bit nervous this morning and also very hungry from his mandatory fast, but still managed to give us a smile.
He was given some laughing gas to calm him a bit and then some anesthesia so that he could take a quick snooze while they extracted the AWESOME tooth. Kev and I were called back just over 30 minutes later. When I asked the nurse how he did, she commented that he was such a good patient and how she wished more children and adults were as great as him. He was a bit swollen when we entered the room and a little bit out of it. The nurse went over instructions with Kev and I, having to stop several times to ask us if we were okay and if we were going to pass out. Apparently neither of us was looking too good. So Kev excited to get some fresh air and the nurse and I wheeled Koby out to the car.
We got him home, gave him some yogurt (it was suggested that we keep him on a soft food diet for 2-3 weeks!) and of course, a slurpee! Judging by the size of that AWESOME tooth...Koby is going to score with the tooth fairy tonight!
So, this morning we went to have his extra tooth, #9A (that's "A" for awesome by the way), taken out. Koby was quite a bit nervous this morning and also very hungry from his mandatory fast, but still managed to give us a smile.
He was given some laughing gas to calm him a bit and then some anesthesia so that he could take a quick snooze while they extracted the AWESOME tooth. Kev and I were called back just over 30 minutes later. When I asked the nurse how he did, she commented that he was such a good patient and how she wished more children and adults were as great as him. He was a bit swollen when we entered the room and a little bit out of it. The nurse went over instructions with Kev and I, having to stop several times to ask us if we were okay and if we were going to pass out. Apparently neither of us was looking too good. So Kev excited to get some fresh air and the nurse and I wheeled Koby out to the car.
We got him home, gave him some yogurt (it was suggested that we keep him on a soft food diet for 2-3 weeks!) and of course, a slurpee! Judging by the size of that AWESOME tooth...Koby is going to score with the tooth fairy tonight!
Monday, January 10, 2011
my friend Jesus
Yesterday Ky made a very important decision at church, he asked Jesus into his heart! As Kev and I entered the room to pick him up, we noticed that he was holding a brand new Bible and a special certificate. His teacher then told us that Ky had decided he wanted to ask Jesus to come and live in his heart and be his friend. Obviously, this is a moment we all hope for as parents. I tried to hold back the tears as Ky exited his class. I pulled him over and gave him a huge hug and told him what an awesome and exciting day it was for him!
Both Koby and Kyan have asked Jesus into their hearts and Kevin and I are so very thankful. It makes you reflect on asking Jesus into your own heart. Have you? Although I was raised in a Christian home and baptized as a baby, I can vividly remember the night when I, then 16, asked the Lord into my heart. I can honestly say that my life was changed from that moment on. I know that it may sound silly or trivial to some, but it is so far from that, it is truly life changing!
I encourage each of you who read this to stop and take a moment to think about when you personally asked Jesus to live in your heart and be your Savior. Maybe you have never had the opportunity. Just take a minute, close your eyes and ask. It's that easy. We would love for you all to know our friend Jesus!
Both Koby and Kyan have asked Jesus into their hearts and Kevin and I are so very thankful. It makes you reflect on asking Jesus into your own heart. Have you? Although I was raised in a Christian home and baptized as a baby, I can vividly remember the night when I, then 16, asked the Lord into my heart. I can honestly say that my life was changed from that moment on. I know that it may sound silly or trivial to some, but it is so far from that, it is truly life changing!
I encourage each of you who read this to stop and take a moment to think about when you personally asked Jesus to live in your heart and be your Savior. Maybe you have never had the opportunity. Just take a minute, close your eyes and ask. It's that easy. We would love for you all to know our friend Jesus!
Thursday, October 28, 2010
jack-o-lanterns
We kicked off the pumpkin picking and carving evening by enjoying a spooktacular snack...a chocolate spider web!
When Dad got home we packed up and headed out to find our perfect pumpkins. We visited the apple orchard last month, but felt it was a bit too early to get our pumpkins, so we ended up at a local nursery and the boys found their pumpkins right away. First things first, get those slimy guts out of the pumpkins. Koby had no problem reaching in and grabbing fist fulls of the guts.
Ky on the other hand, not so much. In fact, surprisingly, he wanted nothing to do with it. I found a pair of tongs that he could use to grab the guts with, but even that proved difficult.
So Dad stepped in and got the job done for Ky.
The next step: carve out the carefully designed faces. This is Dad's job and he does an amazing job. The boys watch and direct Dad in their designs.
Ky's jack-o-lantern:
and Koby's...
Proudly presenting the VanderWoude Boys and their masterpieces 2010!
Sunday, September 19, 2010
soccer weekend
This weekend Koby's soccer team participated in a tournament in Traverse City. The entire team and their families spent the weekend together up north, playing soccer and spending time together during down time.
Their first opponent Saturday morning was the club PASS. Koby ended up with one goal in the game and 2 assists. The final score was Vardar 5 - Pass 0.
After lunch the boys played their second game of the day against the club SCOR. This team was very talented. Our boys came out strong, scoring the fist goal and holding them at zero the entire first half. Unfortunately, the other team came out very strong the second half and ended up scoring three. The final was Vardar 1 - SCOR 3.
Once our games on Saturday were over, we headed back to the hotel so the boys could swim and just hang out together playing their video games.
The final game was played Sunday morning in 43 degree weather and very wet fields. We played the club RUSH and knew going into the game that we had to perform very well in order to make it into the finals, where only the top 2 teams advanced. We started very strong out scoring them 5-0 in the first half. During the second half, we allowed 2 goals, scoring only one more for our team. While Koby did not get a goal, he had one beautiful assist. The final score was Vardar 6 - Rush 2.
Overall our boys tied for second place in the U9 Division of the tournament, but did not go on to the finals because we had more goals scored against us over the two days than the other team.
Ky was a real sport during the tournament, content eating snacks and cheering for his big brother's team.
Their first opponent Saturday morning was the club PASS. Koby ended up with one goal in the game and 2 assists. The final score was Vardar 5 - Pass 0.
After lunch the boys played their second game of the day against the club SCOR. This team was very talented. Our boys came out strong, scoring the fist goal and holding them at zero the entire first half. Unfortunately, the other team came out very strong the second half and ended up scoring three. The final was Vardar 1 - SCOR 3.
Once our games on Saturday were over, we headed back to the hotel so the boys could swim and just hang out together playing their video games.
The final game was played Sunday morning in 43 degree weather and very wet fields. We played the club RUSH and knew going into the game that we had to perform very well in order to make it into the finals, where only the top 2 teams advanced. We started very strong out scoring them 5-0 in the first half. During the second half, we allowed 2 goals, scoring only one more for our team. While Koby did not get a goal, he had one beautiful assist. The final score was Vardar 6 - Rush 2.
Overall our boys tied for second place in the U9 Division of the tournament, but did not go on to the finals because we had more goals scored against us over the two days than the other team.
Ky was a real sport during the tournament, content eating snacks and cheering for his big brother's team.
Tuesday, September 14, 2010
score!
Yesterday was a big day for Ky. First day of 4-year old preschool and also his very first soccer practice and game. To say the kid was excited would almost be an understatement! The game consumed his every thought!
In the U5 division of AYSO, the kids play 3 vs. 3 without any goalies. Kev is coaching Ky's team this year and the team only consists of 3 kids, which means no subs. However, last night, one of the kiddos refused to play, so it was just Ky and Edward on the field and let me just say, that couldn't stop them! The final score was 10-0. Ky had 9 goals and Edward 1. At one point in the game, all the kids from both teams were bunched together trying to get the ball. Suddenly the ball popped out of the group and you hear Ky yell, "YEAH BABY!" Couldn't have said it better myself!
In the U5 division of AYSO, the kids play 3 vs. 3 without any goalies. Kev is coaching Ky's team this year and the team only consists of 3 kids, which means no subs. However, last night, one of the kiddos refused to play, so it was just Ky and Edward on the field and let me just say, that couldn't stop them! The final score was 10-0. Ky had 9 goals and Edward 1. At one point in the game, all the kids from both teams were bunched together trying to get the ball. Suddenly the ball popped out of the group and you hear Ky yell, "YEAH BABY!" Couldn't have said it better myself!
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