06-14-10

I could really get used the life of a stay at home mom. I love that Richard comes home and I have lunch ready for him. Heck...I could possibly learn to cook more than five meals. Who knows...I could be that wife and mother from the 50's. Key word..."COULD."

I have truly enjoyed staying at home with Quinn. She is such a blessing and a great baby. Although the little stinker swayed from her nightly schedule a bit last nignt and we were pacing the floor at 2am. Lovely. But it didn't bother me because I knew that I would not have to work the next day and just nap when she does. No worrys. I haven't yet grasped the idea of taking a break and eating lunch. Richard will come home and eat but for some reason, I forget to eat. Go figure. We have some quality time between her naps. She is a real treat to have around. I am getting used to the stank of her poop diapers. And I wouldn't have it any other way. The stinkier the better. She is starting to get spoiled and we are loving her so much that I really don't care. I am just thrilled to have her at home.

The nurses at the NICU absolutely love the girls. We took Quinn up there on Friday to visit. Richard and I switched visiting and waiting with Quinn in the waiting room. Well, Richard went in first and said that I was in the waiting room with Quinn. Next thing I know, we got a visit from Meredith the Respiratory Therapist. She missed her some Quinn loving! A couple of nights ago, she told me that Brooklyn visited everyone and helped her answer emails. Meredith unhooked her and held her for 2 hours and took her around the NICU to visit everyone. Then she sat and went through her emails while Brooklyn watched. She said that she needed to spend her quality time with her before she left.

I called the NICU yesterday and Nurse Melissa informed me that we need to bring a carseat for Brooklyn to do her test. I was giddy after talking to her. It was Richard's night to visit and he took the seat. She passed with flying colors. She will be joining us at home TOMORROW!!!!! Yep, I said it...Miss B is coming home. Well, that is if she doesn't act like her Momma and show out from now til then. So many nurses are going to be sad after tomorrow. They have informed me that they now fight to get her (and Quinn before she left) because they are so darn cute. I like to think they will miss me too. I know that I will miss all of them. We have fun when we visit. It will be quite a change to not visit them every night.

Brooklyn will be coming home without monitors and Quinn can't wait to see her. I think that is why she was acting out last night. She knew her sister was coming home. Am I ready for this? Too late now...it is coming! I am so nervous. They will out number me. Scary times to come, I am sure they will guarantee it!

This has been quite an experience. The ups and downs have taught me the true importance in life...faith in God. Having faith has made this the most amazing trip. I have seen two little beings fight with all their might to survive. I am amazed and will continue to be amazed with their committment to survival.

I will say that I will miss the nurses and doctors in the NICU. They have become family. They have taken care of my girls and I cannot thank them enough. Their committment to the girls and love they have shown them will never be forgotten. I respect each one of them and admire the fact they can wake up each morning and face the smallest of people and are still able to keep their encouragment so the parents are lifted by their spirits. I feel so blessed to have shared the first couple of months of Q and B's life with them. They are truly God's Working Angels. They have left an impact on our lives and I will be sure to tell the girls what amazing people they had taking care of them.

The NICU has a "Preemie Party" each year for babies that spend quite a bit of time in the NICU. We have promised to attend so they can see the girls next year. I have even been asked to send pictures of them to some of their personal emails. They have become attached to the girls just as much as we have become attached to them. They have been there for our emotions and I will never forget their dedication. I want to do something special for the NICU nurses. So any ideas will be much appreciated. I can't think of anything that will express my Thank You for taking care of my little miracles.

I will now look forward to blogging about snotty noses, teething gums, bumps, bruises, cute faces, funny stories and progress reports from their physical therapy, and all doctor visits.

All of you have been here for us even before the girls were introduced to this world. I am blessed to have so many people care for us and pray for us daily.

I want to ask yet another favor...a friend of mine has a friend that is going through the same thing as I did. Her name is Lauren and the baby is Jameson. She is currently admitted at Piedmont and needs some of your special prayers. Baby Jameson is due in August so he is still a wee little thing in his Momma's belly.

And please continue to keep us in your prayers. The girls still have a ways to go to get caught up and some physical therapy. Thank you again. Love all of you for your continued support.