Could it really be? Luke is scheduled for discharge tomorrow afternoon. Could this really be happening?
As I walked around the house tonight trying to get things in order I was in a sort of daze...hanging little clothes...putting little diapers next to the changing pad...eating chocolate...packing Luke's diaper bag...washing the car seat...eating more chocolate...sterilizing pacifiers. I am watching Jeff sweep all the pine needles from our Christmas tree into a neat pile.
Could this be?
I feel equally excited and terrified. Jeff reminds me that we have done this before.
Luke hasn't had any episodes of apnea since Monday night and he is taking his feedings well. He has nursed really well today and I am on top of the world. I tried to help Jeff understand by explaining that it would be like having batting practice in the cages 4 times a day for 2 months and never getting a hit in the game...then finally you're up to bat and you hit a grand slam!!! I have hooked up to the pump at least 4 times a day for 2 months and for the first time today Luke nursed well 3 out of 3 tries. GRAND SLAM BABY ~ GRAND SLAM!!!
Thank you...Thank you for all the prayers and words of encouragement along the way. During this season which celebrates The Miraculous Birth we feel like we have witnessed a miracle in the remarkable progress Luke has made since his birth. The Good Lord has heard and answered us. We are still praying for Luke's continued growth and health as his little immune system matures and the smooth transition from his temporary nest in the NICU to his loving family at home...
We're bringing our baby home!
I love the Lord, for he heard my voice; he heard my cry for mercy. Because he turned his ear to me, I will call on him as long as I live...How can I repay the Lord for all his goodness to me?Psalm 116: 1-2 & 12