Brennen's Broken Arm

Poor Brennen broke his little arm yesterday while we were at BJ's soccer practice. Brennen was playing on the playground at Kokanee and fell off one of their playground toys. Bryan knew right away that something was very wrong (when it looked like he had two elbows) and we headed out without finishing practice or grabbing any of our equipment.

We rushed to Children's Hospital and they got him back right away to see the doctor (that's when you know they're very concerned!). They took him to get X Rays and then the orthopedic Surgeon came in and informed us he would need surgery to place pins in his elbow to ensure it heeled straight.

He went in to surgery right around 10:15 and we didn't see him again until 12:15ish. Not the most fun 2 hours Bryan or I have ever spent. When they start telling you about all the risks and they'd have to put a tube down his throat all sorts of bad images start popping into your head.

Bryan stayed with him in the hospital while B and I got a little sleep, I got home around 1:15 and got back up to be at the hospital just before 9. We finally were able to leave the hospital around 11 and had to make a stop by Target to get the li'l man a new monster truck which we promised him.

Now he's at home and still in pain but doing as well as can be expected. He's such a tough, tough guy and we're so proud of him throughout the entire ordeal. His brother has been incredible through the whole thing as well, Brennen's lucky to have such an awesome big bro!

We'll post more on his recovery soon!

(Photos courtesy of my camera phone!)

In the ER before heading up to surgery

Li'l Brenn Diggy, trying to be brave - he's such a trooper!

My Li'lest Man

Happy Birthday Brennen! We've more than enjoyed your presence for the last 4 years, I can't even begin to imagine what our lives would be like without you! We love you li'l man.

Brennen through the years

2005

2006

2007

2008

Busy, Busy Times with the O'Donnell's

The last week or so has been crazy for us! Good crazy, but crazy nonetheless. BJ had Camp Casey from last Wednesday to Friday with his school. Bryan was able to go with him and I think they both had a great time!

While the boys were gone, Brennen & I went to the Mariners game, just he and I. It was a great time for us, especially when the Mariners were able to pull out a win in the bottom of the 9th. Brennen does not like it when his team loses!

After the boys got home, BJ had a basketball tourney all weekend. One of the boys that he plays with at ECBA, his dad asked him to come and be a guest player on their team. BJ was very excited, but it was a little wierd to see him play in a Shorecrest uniform. Especially since B has played against them with Bothell. B had a great time and his team ended up winning the tourney. Even after they had to play the semi - finals & Finals back to back with no break, and with just 6 kids.

B also had a soccer game on Saturday after 2 Basketball games in the morning and he did great. One of his teammates sent a cross in front of the goal and BJ finished it with his head, getting his first ever header goal! Great job B - like I said it was a crazy busy, but fun week for all of us!

BJ & his buddies with their fort on the beach at Camp Casey

BJ with the Shorecrest team after winning the Luau Tournament

Family Time with the Mariners

This weekend we had tickets for The Mariners Vs. Red Sox on Saturday. Sadly, I thought we had tix for Friday night, so we packed up the car, fought traffic & parking and arrived at Safeco Field gate only to realize my tickets were for the next night. That was AWESOME! I can't believe I did that, oh well, we found a scalper that was just trying to get rid of tickets after the game started so we actually went to the game. Pretty good seats too for $20!

We headed out on Saturday as well, and after carefully checking the tickets, headed towards the Home Plate Entrance. I have to say, I was sad that there were so many Red Sox "FANS". Sad because I don't think they're true fans, just sad band wagon fans as the team has done well the last few years. There were huge patches of red and seriously it looked like the Mariners could've been the visiting team. Oh Well, as soon as the Red Sox suck again, the fans will be gone and jumped onto another band wagon.

Enough of that tho ... here are some pics & a little funny video of Brennen from Friday.