When I got the reunion invitation in the mail I was like a little kid. I was so excited to see all the doctors, nurses and NICU friends again.
Seeing the doctors that helped save Ailyn's life is a feeling I can't explain. You want to hug them over and over and thank them. But, I didn't do that.....I wanted to.
Pam was one of the many nurses I was hoping to see. You could always count on Pam's cheery funny mood to help you get through your NICU stay. The NICU is a very quiet place, very sad for some. It was nice to have Pam remind me that there are good times ahead. Thank you again, Pam!
All the doctors remembered our sweet strawberry. They were very interested in hearing her medical history today. Yes, it was a very long conversation but they listened like they cared.
It's hard to forget the nurses who took time out of their VERY busy work schedule to talk with you. Even almost 3! years later I can recall many conversations I had with the nurses and how they helped us get through some very emotional days.
Ailyn was confused why I was handing her over to so many people! But, by the end she was holding her hands out to be held. I think she felt the love.
Nurse Jane has a special spot in my heart. I hated to leave Ailyn every night. I hated that I was not going to see her for 6 hours. It hurt so much to leave. I would make sure Ailyn was sound asleep then sneak out. One night Ailyn was not going to sleep and crying. She wanted to be held. It was 1am and I was exhausted. Jane took Ailyn in her arms and rocked her. Right then I knew she cared for Ailyn as much as I did. I was able to go home. I am crying writing this, it meant that much to me. Thank you, Jane!
For all the nurses we did not get to see. THANK YOU! I hope to bring Ailyn back to visit soon. There are many of you I would love to hug and say "Thank You" in person.
And, getting to see moments like this (above). Seeing Callie show off for Dr.Mike gave me chills. Knowing where Callie came from and where she is today is an amazing story. It was awesome to see Dr. Mike so proud.
Of course it was great to see Callie again! And, getting to see our NICU neighbor (below). We even saw an old neighbor who has a 32 weeker now.
We are very proud of St. Joes and will forever be grateful for the care they put into our babies!
Ailyn will always know the people who saved her life. We will never forget. We wouldn't have our sweet, sour, funny, smart, mischievous, snugly, petite, spoiled MIRACLE here with us today.
THANK YOU AGAIN!
