Monday, October 25, 2004
After a restless sleep, I got up from bed at 5:56am. After a piece of toast with PB and J, I suited up in my running gear. The day, still dark and cool, did not deter my spirit of anticipation and mild nervousness. The run was brilliant - at first a blanket of darkness and quiet. Later, the dusted snow-capped mountains shimmered in the dawn light. Within forty minutes, the sky's clouds gleamed pink - like little halos over the mountain peaks. The pink light, brightening the yellow, orange, and red leaves on the trees, tickled my face and my soul. This morning's environment marks my anticipation of today - the day my sister is likely to have her baby (in turn, I become an Auntie for the first time).
I've committed to join her in 'the room', which has set a great nervousness in my heart and mind, though I'm excited and honored to be invited. I'm sure that experience will blow my mind and provide substantial material for the next entry. Stay tuned for news of a new person in the world, today!
I've committed to join her in 'the room', which has set a great nervousness in my heart and mind, though I'm excited and honored to be invited. I'm sure that experience will blow my mind and provide substantial material for the next entry. Stay tuned for news of a new person in the world, today!
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I can still feel the anticipation of this day....now almost 3 months ago. Your phone call that morning to see how I was doing was very special...I feel a little teary eyed just thinking about it. You are an amazing sister and such a great support. Having you in the room with me was so great... you were such a great help. You saw me like you have never seen me and stood by my side no matter what. If I have to go thru it again I would love for you to be by my side once again.......but I really don't know if I will try naturally again, it just seems easier to go for the c-section! I don't know if I said thank you.....but I can't express how thankful I am that you were there by my side! I love you! Now we get to experience a whole new life with Ella McKenzie! Amazing!
Thanks!
Dee
Thanks!
Dee
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: 9:36 PM
Dee,
As a proud auntie, I look back on this post with interest. I cannot believe how different it is now that Ella is in the world. Or, in addition to that, that you and Jason are parents - such able ones at that. This day will forever be emblazoned on my brain: heart racing (mine, that is), sterile walls watching us (how many births have these walls seen?), nurses oblivious to our present emotions drifting in and out (working, how - hello! A baby is being born here!), and moments of dread and pain and joy mixing around inside of me.
What fun - I'll go in with you again. But, I'm in no hurry (just so you know), so take your time.
Love, Auntie
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As a proud auntie, I look back on this post with interest. I cannot believe how different it is now that Ella is in the world. Or, in addition to that, that you and Jason are parents - such able ones at that. This day will forever be emblazoned on my brain: heart racing (mine, that is), sterile walls watching us (how many births have these walls seen?), nurses oblivious to our present emotions drifting in and out (working, how - hello! A baby is being born here!), and moments of dread and pain and joy mixing around inside of me.
What fun - I'll go in with you again. But, I'm in no hurry (just so you know), so take your time.
Love, Auntie
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