Yesterday we had plans to see Les Miserables and my mom bought the tickets months ago. It turned out we had two extra at the last minute so we invited the Reilly's and they were able to meet us there. The weather was terrible and so traffic was bad on the way down. I also had bad directions which is sad considering I just been down to Boston the day before. The show was wonderful. We went out to dinner after with my parents and my cousins and the Reilly's went to see Sammy. I thought I had recovered from the lost sleep but I ran out of speed about 9pm. But I really wanted to get to know my cousins' new boyfriends so went out after and got some drinks. A slow snowy drive and we were home late.
This morning Jeff and I headed down to see Sammy. We were not able to do so for three hours. So we hung out with Jay and Erika's folks until we were called up. I was supposed to pickup Keegan by 2pm but I knew we'd never make it if we were going to stay to see Sammy. So I arranged for Tom to drop him at my parents and they took him with them to the home show. Where it turned out he had a ball.
Jeff and I got called up and Jay lead us to Sammy's room. There he was cuddled in Erika's lap exactly as it should be. Talk about your instant mother connection. She was completely wrapped up in him. I have been so emotional lately that I found myself having to hold back tears again. I did not hold him but I did get to touch his precious hair and stroke his cheek. (There is a picture of me with him on Erika's Flickr). We stayed for as long as we could. I also brought the package Allie sent to me for them. During a diaper change we got to see his little body with those arms and legs stretched out. He kept spreading his little monkey toes too. Then he was swaddled back up again. He needed a break and we needed to head back up to NH so we said good bye and left.
That is an impressive facility and clearly Sammy is getting the best care. But it so surreal to go there. I can only imagine what it is like for them.
Keep sending your thoughts and well wishes. I know they draw comfort from them.
Alisa. 37. New Hampshire. Married for almost three years to this wonderful, funny, smart guy. Previously married. Went through in-vitro fertilization to have my five year old magical son Keegan. Stepmother to the charming Isabelle (6). Gushingly in love with our baby boy Harper(1). Policy Wonk and dreaded bureaucrat. Lover of fine cuisine, honeybees, truly romantic moments and the underdog.
Curried Beef Short Ribs
Note: I found this was more realistically four servings.
Finishing this dish with lime zest and juice brightens its rich flavors.
Yield 6 servings (serving size: about 3 ounces ribs, 2/3 cup rice, and about 2 1/2 tablespoons sauce)
2 teaspoons canola oil
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Curried Beef Short Ribs
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Harper Stats
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Kissiversary 2009
The Puzzle
Curried Beef Short Ribs
Black Bean-Taco Salad with Lime Vinaigrette
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I saw you on Erika's flickr heheh I was all excited that you were there with them :) He's so gorgeous and I get all teary and ready to ball when I think about the road that is in front of them. I pray for their new little family every day!
Oh, I am glad you got to see Les Miz, how fun! :)
I am also glad you got to go see Sammy. I haven't really managed to write anything since he was born - I guess my own pregnant lady emotions are keeping me from it. The pictures are beautiful, but they keep me crying and holding Maya (whenever she'll snug still enough to let me).
It has also given me busy fingers. I have been putting together a little care package for them, but didn't want to mail it to their house, seeing as their mail will probably be stuffed and they won't actually BE there. Perhaps YOUR way would be the best way to send it?
(PS - Your comment form won't let me post my URL. Weird?)
I'm really glad you're able to go see Sammy-you're so lucky! I totally understand about being so emotional...I get like that every time a friend of mine has a baby, but this situation is especially emotional. Every time I look at the pics of him I get all misty-eyed.
You're a great friend to them, and we all know that a good friend is hard to find-so I know that they are feeling blessed to have you close by at a time when they really need people to lean on.
I'm so happy you got to see Sammy, and I love that pic of you guys on Flickr.
I'm still working on that "lil sumthin'" for Sammy, so hope you don't mind getting a belated package for him! :)