Happy and Tired

I guess it would be an understatement to say that much has changed since I last posted on this blog! I can’t even begin to express how many thoughts and feelings are running through this tired brain of mine. Foremost is my gratitude to our Heavenly Father that our daughters are alive and doing very well. Second is my fervent desire to be with them right now, and all the time. I so wish that we could have taken them home with us, but I realize that they have a bit more growing to do. Although neither of the girls require assistance with breathing, they still have to get better at taking their feedings by mouth. They drank from bottles beautifully the first two days, but as happens sometimes with preemies, they’re getting worn out from all the work it takes to eat, so they may have to have temporary feeding tubes inserted. While the thought of that happening makes me cringe, I know it’s for the best – they need to keep getting more and more calories so they can pack on the pounds (or at least, the ounces!). They are both undergoing phototherapy for jaundice, so it looks like they are spending their days basking in the light of a high-powered tanning booth, complete with preemie-sized sunglasses. We are holding the girls at every opportunity, and cherish every time we make eye contact. I am thrilled to report that Susanna grinned for me several times this morning – she has a big-girl smile for someone so small! Of course, I may be misinterpreting what she actually intends to be a grimace, but it makes my heart happy to think she’s smiling, so I’m going with it! I could go on and on about how it feels to finally be a mother, and finally be home…but I’m just plain tired and think I’ll save those ramblings for a time when I can be more coherent.  Also, we will be sure to post more pictures of the girls for your enjoyment (and our pride!) soon. 

We can’t thank you all enough for your faithful support. The Lord has blessed us richly with our daughters, and with all of your expressions of kindness.