Although I should take advantage of this moment and close my eyes for a power nap, I just had to get on the board and read all the posts and try to sneak in a reply while Ian is sleeping. I just want to thank everybody for all the words of congratulations and encouragement. And to those of you who were there and a part of it, I couldn't have done it without you. It's such an incredible feeling being a part of such a loving, supporting community.
Vickie, you were such a calming presence in the birthing room. You should seriously consider getting into the baby business! Thanks so much for your support - in more ways than one!
Darrel, the poem you wrote was absolutely beautiful. I can't tell you how touched I was when you read it after Ian's arrival. And thanks for worrying about me so much!
Jenny and Krista, thanks so much for being there for us and for worrying when I was in the actual pushing phase.
Julie, Jessie, and everybody, thanks so much for taking care of Xavier during the later part of labor. It was such a relief knowing that he was in safe, loving hands so that we could focus on what we needed to do.
Ian's doing very well, and I'm hanging in there while nursing around the clock. I forgot about the sleep deprevation aspect of motherhood! Whew! We'll get through it, though.
Love to all!
Kris