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, May 29, 2012

Sun Valley fun and graduating at Little Ninjas
Ian spent the Memorial Day weekend in Sun valley with his friend Wesley. Despite the initial rain and subsequent over night snow(!) they played well together. Also last week Ian graduated from his 'Little Ninjas' class, collecting his gold belt and moving up to the bigger class with the older kids. Daddy will need to watch out now as Ian is getting to be quite good with the Ninja moves!







Sunday, May 06, 2012






World Center for Birds of Prey
Ian's Sunday outing today was to the World Center for Birds of Prey, whose home is here in sunny Boise. Ian learned a lot about Falcons, Hawks and Condors (who he is pictured with) as well as had some fun around the interpretive center including playing with animal furs (Ian the Coyote above!) and playing with bird masks with Dad! It all made for a lovely family trip out in gorgeous Idaho sunshine!

Saturday, May 05, 2012









Soccer Seasaon here again!
This year Ian is playing for the Red Bulls, the local U6 boys team. We're nearing the end of the season now and each game has had its moments from scoring goals to all the fun and antics that playing 3-a-side six year old soccer brings! But most of all, the boys have had a lot of fun. The final game is in two weeks and will be a game against the other local neighborhood team and rivals. Should be fun!