Cleared for takeoff

The obstetrician, Dr. Mandolesi, and our spectacular pediatrician, Dr. Plescia, cleared Karen and Cullen to go home from the hospital today. Karen is really looking forward to sleeping in our own bed again, without constant interruptions, and after spending some one-on-one time with Hudson yesterday, Byron can attest to how much Hudson is missing his mommy and daddy. We thank God for our new baby Cullen, and we thank him also for caring parents/grandparents in Wayne and Cheryl (Karen's parents), without whom we would not have made it through this difficult time. As an added blessing, Byron's mom Nancy and step-dad Derek are coming in January to visit and help out as well. Thanks to everyone who visited us, prayed and/or posted caring comments on the blog.