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I’ve been trying to write this entry for weeks now. I’ve already talked about mental and emotional survival, but physical survival is also important. I’m short on time and brain power, so instead of trying to weave an eloquent cheer flag, I’ve decided to throw up bullet points in hopes that some […]
Here’s the sign I made explaining the NICU-recommended guidelines for visitors at home. I know I joked about making a hard-ass, mama-bear sign that was all, “Grrrr! Follow the rules, or I’ll punch your face!” but I just don’t have it in me to joke about the rules. I don’t want anyone to think we’re […]
As we near the end of our NICU stay, I find I’m needing to remind myself how to survive. Yes, it’s still a struggle, even here on day … 63? 64? Something like that.
In the early days, I had a lot of time to think, pray and focus. Now, I am on the move […]
In true NICU style, the light at the end of the tunnel we thought we saw moved further away because of setbacks. We have a new light, but I’m afraid to depend upon it.
On one hand, I’m A-OK with it. I want the babies in the NICU as long as needed. I want to […]
It’s late. Really late. I should be catching a few Z’s or at least doing something productive – like putting away the laundry that’s been sitting out for more than a week.
Instead, I’m looking back through photos from the last eight weeks and trying to fight back tears.
Eight weeks and two days have […]
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