I am sure you looked over at Erika's site and have seen the news. I am not going to tell any of her story because that for her to do when she is ready. I was down in Boston from 11 am Thurs to 3:30pm yesterday. I didn't really sleep the whole time except dozing off in the chairs in the waiting room. After Jay came down to share the news and pictures after Sammy was born I was completely overwhelmed. Jay's mom had to come hold me because I was crying so hard. I have not felt that kind of relief and joy since Keegan was born. I spent the rest of the day with Erika in her room. Later I alternately read a book and watched her and Jay sleep. I thought about how much I love them and how important they are in my life. I wished for the thousandth time that I could carry some of the emotional burden for them.
I left the hospital around 3:30 to get back up here in time to pickup Keegan. Jeff had driven over and was waiting at the house. After Keegan went to sleep we ate dinner and talked on the couch and then I showered and went to bed. I cried again before falling asleep. I must have been running on pure adrenaline because I didn't have any caffeine or sugar the whole time. It felt good to be able to let go and sleep.
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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Alisa - I hope you've gotten some good rest! I am sure it was an intense & emotional experience. Erika, Jay & Sammy are so fortunate to have a great friend in their lives like you. I hope that the coming weeks afford some peace for everyone involved. It's so overwhelming what they are facing - I am just one of the many out here saying little mantras for them. I am glad that you were there - and as time goes on, I hope to hear more. Love love!
They really are so very lucky to have such a wonderful friend in you. I'm so glad you were able to be there for them through this experience. I know how wonderful it was when I was wheeled out of recovery after having Rachel and seeing my best friend standing there waiting for me. It was such a comforting feeling-and I'm sure that's how she felt with you there.
I'm obsessively checking for pics...I can only imagine how sweet he is!
I took a peek this morning before my day and was surprised to see you there, lol. You are a good good friend Alisa. They are going to need you in the upcoming months, I wish all my friends were as dependable.
OH MY GOSH IS HE SO GORGEOUS! I JUST LOVE ALL THAT HAIR! and the fact that the HLHS might not be as bad is just wonderful, right? I can't believe she pushed for four hours though. I'm glad the doc let her go that long. I don't know of any around here that would. Congrats to you too!!!!