Big Boy Bed
Carson was moved to an open bed! No more incubator!! He was wiggling around so much inside his incubator nurse Barb thought he needed to be out in the open. That, and everyone always comes to see him, so now they don't have to peek through the glass dome. He looks so tiny in this big bed but it won't take him long to grow in to it. Both grandpas held Carson today for the first time. Grandpa Greg sang him some songs.
For the first time today someone asked me how the boys were both doing. I think they are the only people who do not have the blog! Anyway, it was really hard to say out loud all that had happened. I don't think that will ever get any easier. But, I have found that the more I talk about it the better I feel. We are so lucky to have such wonderful caring family and friends.
For the first time today someone asked me how the boys were both doing. I think they are the only people who do not have the blog! Anyway, it was really hard to say out loud all that had happened. I don't think that will ever get any easier. But, I have found that the more I talk about it the better I feel. We are so lucky to have such wonderful caring family and friends.
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Love,
Lisa
I almost cried with joy when I read your headline today! How excited you must have been to see Carson in his new bed! I think Cooper must be looking down on his brother from Heaven and giving him a little push towards home!!
Kris, Chris, Brian, and Brett
I have been following your story since I spoke with Kay last week. I just wanted to let you know that you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
It won't be long before you are putting Carson down in his "big boy bed" at home. I can't wait to hear grandma Eileen's stories of this precious little boy.
Samantha Gibbs
love,
Amy and Lori
Keep us posted on Carson's progress.
Sincerely,
Scott and Casey Holmes
Love Ya!
Bridget
You are right about talking about Cooper and letting people listen and offer you encouragement. This wonderful blog is helping you more than you probably realize.
My 90-year-old grandmother lost a baby shortly after birth more than 65 years ago and she still tears up when she talks about it. If someone asks her how many children she has, she will always say three and add that her oldest daughter was here for just a short while. It allows her to keep her daughter in her heart and know that someday they will see each other again. Grandma went on to have a full and happy life despite her loss partly because she has never hesitated to talk about her baby.
You will always remember Cooper with love and cherish the time that he was here with you. Time will pass, life will go on, you will continue to be a wonderful mother and you will share stories with your children about their sweet brother who watches over all of you. Each time you speak of Connor you celebrate the fact that you were able to meet him, love him and know that he will always be a part of your family.
Continued prayers to all of you,
The Ensings
Love,
Nancy & Doug
I've been thinking about you *alot*. I'm sorry that I haven't been around but Madeline is sick again. Since Cooper's passing, I have had many moments of heavy heartedness. It washes over me. Every parent that has fought a battle like ours feels as if we are all one army. When we lose a "soldier" it hurts so bad, because we can really put ourselves in your shoes. I think you're doing a great job handling all of this. I'm sure that there will be good days and bad days....I'll be praying that the good days will way outnumber the bad.
I was so happy to read Carson's news today. What a joy. Now that you guys can really get your hands on him, he's going to take off. I can't wait until you get to take him home.
Love,
Caroline