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BABY STEPS...TIME TO STEP UP AGAIN
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Nov 28, 2009 06:11pm (EST)
I have not written in a while. Truth be told, life was feeling somewhat "normal" and I had to take a step back from my volunteer work. I had been doing so much and it became a bit overwhelming. It is so easy to become so close to this very important work. I sensed that I might "burn out", so I took a step back and I think I am ready to resume.
It came as quite a surpirse, but they cancelled our program at the hospital. There are many reasons why- none of them really negative, mostly they decided not to have outside organizations work on patient projects. I was heartbroken. We put so much time, effort and love into this project. Baby Steps' volunteers visited moms on APU, delivered car seats, clothing, gift boxes, co-sponsored family prayer services and facilitated NICU family support nights. I saw it coming but was so sad when it actually happened. I was not sure where to turn...so I turned to the March of Dimes. We are in the restructuring phases of Baby Steps. With full support from our congregation and other community members, we will refocus and reorganize. It will be hard to not be "housed" at the hospital where three of my boys entered this world, but I am always a firm believer that all things happen for a reason. We are planning to partner with an amazing grief center in our community to begin a full family centered support group for infant loss. We are also looking to form a network of volunteers to support families as they transition from the hospital to home life. I am not sure how this will work, so if you have any ideas, please let me know! We also hope to do something to help teens who are also experiencing "crisis" pregnancies...
Like all things, we will grow and we will evolve. Change is hard sometimes especially when you want things to go in another direction. I have an amazing group of women who help with Baby Steps so I know we will get there....now I just need to take those tiny steps again.
PS I should have mentioned- the boys are doing awesome. Holden is a moose. Matthew is a little sprinter and Charlie is my silly boy! We had lots to be thankful for this Thanksgiving. Of course, many prayers were heaven bound for our angel, Michael, who always looks over all of us.
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ALL SAINTS DAY
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Nov 01, 2009 07:58am (EST)
Today is All Saints' Day....this morning's service had me in tears thinking of our sweet angel and his early departure from this earth. Our minister talked about the power of faith in the midst of tragedy. I don't know where we would be without faith...faith that we will see our sweet boy again, faith that God has a master plan even if we cannot see it clearly, faith that our baby rests comfortably in God's hands. We miss you, Baby Michael, we do all we can to honor your short life and encourage others who have had to walk a similar, unexpected path. Thank you for making us better people...
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LOOK WHO'S TALKING....
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Sep 24, 2009 05:48pm (EST)
Matty started his regular speech therapy appts this week. He learned a few signs and they are already working (especially cookie). He is talking more each day- he finallly says Mama a lot and he calls Holden "Hoeden" or some variation of that. He probably has about 15 total words- so we are behind, but we'll get there.
His little personality is really coming out. He loves to climb- everything! He is fearless at playgrounds. It scares me at times, but he is slowly learning to slow down a bit. He can run now, too, especially when Charlie is in hot pursuit. He has learned to steal Charlie's toys, underwear, pretty much anything and book it- Charlie is always in hot pursuit of his belongings. Matty giggles all the way to safety (ie behind my legs).
He is truly a delightful toddler to be around (what kind of an oxymoron is that?) He throws mini tantrums, but they are short lived and borderline comical. I am praying it stays this way for a while because 2 and 3 can be tough! I actually get excited when he wakes up from his nap because he is standing in his crib grinning ear to ear. It's almost like he has an appreciation for life and it shows. I hope his innocence, kindness and sense of humor stay with him- they are great qualities and they make me proud. He has come so far.
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HIP HIP HOORAY FOR HOLDEN
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Aug 21, 2009 01:56pm (EST)
Holden had his weigh-in today and is just past his birth weight. He is 10 days old. We are "officially" allowed to let him wake US up at night to eat! He slept for nearly 3.5 hours last night and I woke him up...he was none too happy.
I am relieved to know that he is getting enough during the day that we can all enjoy our beauty rest at night! I hope this calm temprament is here to stay...I know it is early, but I am keeping my fingers crossed that Holden is a laid back little guy.
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ZZZZZ
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Aug 20, 2009 04:37pm (EST)
There is a reason God starts you off with an infant and not a toddler! As Matty conquers walking and getting into EVERYTHING, Holden snoozes away and Charlie observes it all and then asks a thousand questions.
I have to laugh when I think that Jason took a week off of work and our moms came for nearly a week each when Charlie was born....what did we do all week? it seems like all Holden does is snooze, poop and eat. I am not complaining- I feel blessed that he is so laid back. I guess coming early has part to do with it, but it is looking like he is going to be pretty low key. He is nursing well and his oldest brother adores him. Matty loves to steal his pacifier and tries to sit on him (thus Matty is visiting Namma for a couple of days as I heal from my c-section). Jason has been back at work since Monday- he took off all last week, so we are trying to get back to normal as much as we can. I still can't drive or pick up Matty so that is the hardest part.
I guess after bringing home a baby on 02, a pulsox and an apnea monitor, and having a bunch of nurses, having a 'wireless' baby seems a little simpler. This is the way it should be and despite Holden's rough start, I am so thankful we are where we are today. Next week might be tough with all three on my own, but it is well worth every minute.
We have thought about Michael so much as we get to know Holden. I believe now more than ever that our angel is bringing us peace.
Welcome Baby Holden 054
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