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“Naaa” and “Ssss,” Music to My Ears
Most of our days start the same way. James comes pitter-pattering down the hall at some point; sometimes it’s 1 or 2 AM, sometimes it’s 6 or 7 AM. Either way we snuggle for a while (hopefully a long...
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Visiting Children’s Medical Center, Dallas, for a Wonderful Celebration!
It’s not often that we go to Children’s Medical Center for a reason other than illness, usually James’ illness. In fact I don’t think I’ve ever been there for any other reason until a few days ago. A...
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You’ve Come a Long Way, Baby!
I can’t believe it’s been three years. In some ways it feels like just yesterday, and in others it feels like a lifetime ago. For three years James has amazed and surprised me, made me smile more than...
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Recovering From RSV and Pneumonia, One Year Later
One year ago today we brought our little guy home from Our Children’s House, a rehab facility in Dallas. For those of you new to 22w6d, James spent five weeks in the hospital and ten days at OCH last...
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James’ New Friend, The Pigeon
This is the most common sight in our house right now. James has always adored books. From an early age he used to pull every one out to find exactly the one he was looking for, then flip through the...
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Daddy Has Arrived!
James’ reunion with his Daddy was more than perfect. You never know what to expect with James. There was no doubt in my mind that he would know exactly who Andy was when he saw him. I was sure James...
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Christmas Magic and TSO
James learned a new phrase over the past few weeks. “More Christmas please.” It is SUPER cute when he says it! Melts my heart and pretty much gets him whatever he wants. Believe me, if your child has...
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Five Christmases
We are very grateful that we’ve been able to create some beautiful Christmas memories with James. Each Christmas has been the ‘Best Christmas Ever’ at the time. Here are a few of our favorites. James...
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A Day to be Thankful
Happy Coming Home Day James! Four years ago today we brought our sweet little baby boy home from the NICU. I cried, a lot. Wasn’t prepared for the crazy, conflicting emotions bringing our munchkin home...
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Preemie Support and Awareness
I am so honored that I was asked to write a Mother’s Day post for Preemie Support and Awareness. They do an amazing job providing support and resources to preemie families. Here’s a little snippet....
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