This is the most common sight in our house right now. James has always adored books. From an early age he used to pull every one out to find exactly the one he was looking for, then flip through the pages looking at all the pictures. He did go through a phase when he wanted … Continue reading
One year ago today we brought our little guy home from Our Children’s House, a rehab facility in Dallas. For those of you new to 22w6d, James spent five weeks in the hospital and ten days at OCH last winter due to RSV and pneumonia. We left OCH before James was ready, but he was … Continue reading
Where to begin…so much time has passed, and my little guy has made amazing changes these last few months. I think an old-fashioned update with a few cute photos is in order. First of all, James is still eating! He’s growing and gaining weight – he even gained half a pound while fighting off a … Continue reading
Counting down the final minutes of our first day. We made it. I’m hoping this is the toughest it’ll get, although I’m not entirely convinced that will be the case. A few of my favorite things from today: Everyone is incredibly kind. Seems a little cliché to call that one of my favorite things, but when … Continue reading
We’re here. We’re really doing this. Feeling a little anxious tonight. The way I used feel to a lifetime ago on a night before a big test or final exam, butterflies and all. I’m excited to get things going, and a little nervous about what to expect for all of us. Praying this is exactly what James needs. Had a few … Continue reading
Been too long since I’ve taken the time to sit and write a little. And I can tell because as hectic as life has been, it feels ten times that hectic in my head. This time when I sit and think, process the day, it helps much more than I realized. It’s my only therapy, and wow, do … Continue reading
Sitting in a hospital room, watching James sleep, tracking his vitals on a monitor. An all too familiar situation. We’ve been here a few times before, but this time there’s one very big difference. This time he’s not just recovering, he’s getting ready for a new beginning. One that starts with a well-nourished, healthy little boy. That makes … Continue reading
Guest post today by my husband, Andy. He shares a little of his perspective on James’ NICU journey. Thank you Andy! The Brits have a saying that is quite unique and very random sounding to those who have never heard it before. “And Bob’s your uncle.” For those who are unfamiliar with the saying, it means that … Continue reading
I can’t believe it’s been three years. In some ways it feels like just yesterday, and in others it feels like a lifetime ago. For three years James has amazed and surprised me, made me smile more than ever, made me laugh every day, kept me on my toes, brought wonderful people into my life, shown me … Continue reading
August is Breastfeeding Awareness Month. For some moms with babies in the NICU breastfeeding isn’t an option for quite some time. In order to provide the much-needed breast milk to their babies, many moms choose to pump. I pumped for four months for James without much success. But, when feedings are measured in fifths of a … Continue reading
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