Ian Karl

Known to his parents-to-be as "Bumper", Ian Karl was born eleven weeks early after his Mom, Barbara developed Preeclampsia. Ian was born on January 22, 2006 and started his life in the new born intensive care unit (NICU) at the local hosptial. Ian Karl's Blog Site follows Ian's journey through his time at the NICU, to his home coming and beyond.

Tuesday, November 30, 2010





Sledding fun!
Ian and his chums hit the snow on their sleds, giving Ian his first taste of what sledding is all about. What a blast he had in the gorgeous winter sunshine.

Saturday, November 27, 2010



Snowmen and Christmas Trees

Ian took Mom & Dad to see a Christmas Tree that he had helped decorate at school. Not only was the tree good, but it won a Best in Show Award, that Ian stands so proudly next to. And then it snowed and Ian built a snowman on the front yard, complete with hat, scarf and carrot for the nose (what else?!).

Thursday, November 25, 2010



Happy (and snowy) Thanksgiving!

Our first Thanksgiving in the US in 3 years and we get some snow. Ian enjoyed a winter walk in the white stuff before sitting down to a big turkey dinner. And of course, we had to have a snowball fight!

Tuesday, November 09, 2010


Ian's School Photo
Take a look at Ian's school photo! Not your conventional photo for a school shot, but a great one none-the-less. Isn't he growing up fast?!

Monday, November 01, 2010



Happy Halloween!
Yes, we all dressed up and went Trick n' Treating in the neighborhood! And yes, the Rickshaw came too, along with Cooper and Dylan, Ian's friends and neighbors. We had a blast and most importantly, Ian got a ton of candy! We also see Ian with his friends Benjamin and Mikala hanging out just a few days before Halloween.