Wednesday, September 9, 2009
Monday, September 7, 2009
Oh My.
One week ago today I had the privilege of welcoming my third, fourth, fifth and sixth child into this world, and to say that it was one of the most amazing things I've ever done is an understatement. Benjamin Christopher (8:00am 4lbs, 3oz), Mary Elizabeth (8:00am 4lbs,11oz), Katherine Mae (8:01am 4lbs, 8oz) and John William (8:03am 4lbs, 3oz) entered this world as strong, beautiful and healthy babies, who have humbled us in ways I could have never imagined.
I don't think I'll ever be able to describe the emotions felt in a suitable way, nor will I ever be able to describe the way we've been humbled throughout this entire process. It's just awe inspiring, and an amazing thing to be a part of. I'm still in disbelief.
All of our babies, including Jakob and Owen are doing incredibly well. All are doing age appropriate things, and taking strides everyday. The babies are very healthy, and are learning how to maintain their temperatures and feed on the bottle consistently without become too tired. Jake and Owen are adjusting to life as big brothers and can't wait to get their hands on their new siblings. I must say that even though my four youngest children are not as home with me tonight, all really is right in this world. The babies are getting the care they need to be strong when they come home, while Jake and Owen are happy to have me home, willing and able to snuggle with me in an instant. The only thing that could make life more perfect is to have the babies home with us- to enjoy, love and embrace.
West is loving the babies too, and to see him with them makes me literally melt. It's one of the most beautiful sights I've ever seen. As crazy as you think we'd be now preparing for them to come home, we're actually more calm and understanding of each other and have grown even closer through this experience. I'm a very blessed woman to have the husband that I have, and I've never in my life been more grateful for him. His willingness to do anything it takes to provide us with whatever our family needs and his unending support and love truly shows his dedication to both the children and myself. As I said, I'm blessed.
Tomorrow marks another milestone as I take my oldest son to Kindergarten. I truly don't want to let him go, but realize that I have to. He's getting older and it's time for him to start growing up. I'm not ready and don't think I'll ever be ready to let my first (or second, third, fourth, fifth or sixth) child go. It hurts my heart to ever think about it.
So, here is to another week of milestones, with both the boys and the babies. And here is to taking the time out of all of our busy days to be grateful for all that we've been given. I'm privileged and honored to call my family mine.
I'd like to take a minute too, to give proper thanks to all who've helped us through this past week in whatever way they have. From the doctors and nurses that have taken care of both the children and myself and who've given their time and skills to ensure that we all remain well, to my mom and dad staying with us and making our lives easier by doing chores and cooking and helping with the boys, to Weston's brother Greg and his wife Pat to helping take care of the boys at a moments notice. To everyone who graced us with visits, gifts and distractions at the hospital and to those neighbors who have been thoughtful enough to send gifts to the children they've never met. Our sanity, comfort and joy is in no small part related to all you've done. A simple "thanks" will never be enough but for right now, I hope that you know that all you've done is appreciated beyond words and will never be forgotten.
We are a lucky bunch, that's for sure.
Thank you all for thoughts, prayers and well wishes as they've gotten us through this past week. We're very much appreciative.
Love to all,
Weston, Nicole, Jake, Owen, Ben, Emmie, Kate and John.
I don't think I'll ever be able to describe the emotions felt in a suitable way, nor will I ever be able to describe the way we've been humbled throughout this entire process. It's just awe inspiring, and an amazing thing to be a part of. I'm still in disbelief.
All of our babies, including Jakob and Owen are doing incredibly well. All are doing age appropriate things, and taking strides everyday. The babies are very healthy, and are learning how to maintain their temperatures and feed on the bottle consistently without become too tired. Jake and Owen are adjusting to life as big brothers and can't wait to get their hands on their new siblings. I must say that even though my four youngest children are not as home with me tonight, all really is right in this world. The babies are getting the care they need to be strong when they come home, while Jake and Owen are happy to have me home, willing and able to snuggle with me in an instant. The only thing that could make life more perfect is to have the babies home with us- to enjoy, love and embrace.
West is loving the babies too, and to see him with them makes me literally melt. It's one of the most beautiful sights I've ever seen. As crazy as you think we'd be now preparing for them to come home, we're actually more calm and understanding of each other and have grown even closer through this experience. I'm a very blessed woman to have the husband that I have, and I've never in my life been more grateful for him. His willingness to do anything it takes to provide us with whatever our family needs and his unending support and love truly shows his dedication to both the children and myself. As I said, I'm blessed.
Tomorrow marks another milestone as I take my oldest son to Kindergarten. I truly don't want to let him go, but realize that I have to. He's getting older and it's time for him to start growing up. I'm not ready and don't think I'll ever be ready to let my first (or second, third, fourth, fifth or sixth) child go. It hurts my heart to ever think about it.
So, here is to another week of milestones, with both the boys and the babies. And here is to taking the time out of all of our busy days to be grateful for all that we've been given. I'm privileged and honored to call my family mine.
I'd like to take a minute too, to give proper thanks to all who've helped us through this past week in whatever way they have. From the doctors and nurses that have taken care of both the children and myself and who've given their time and skills to ensure that we all remain well, to my mom and dad staying with us and making our lives easier by doing chores and cooking and helping with the boys, to Weston's brother Greg and his wife Pat to helping take care of the boys at a moments notice. To everyone who graced us with visits, gifts and distractions at the hospital and to those neighbors who have been thoughtful enough to send gifts to the children they've never met. Our sanity, comfort and joy is in no small part related to all you've done. A simple "thanks" will never be enough but for right now, I hope that you know that all you've done is appreciated beyond words and will never be forgotten.
We are a lucky bunch, that's for sure.
Thank you all for thoughts, prayers and well wishes as they've gotten us through this past week. We're very much appreciative.
Love to all,
Weston, Nicole, Jake, Owen, Ben, Emmie, Kate and John.
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