Thoughts on the Situation

I wasn’t sure if I wanted to go to small group last night, but I did and I’m glad I did.  It helped me a lot.  I didn’t bring up the issue of Pap having just died because there was a new couple there and I wanted us to focus on getting to know them, […]

Hurrying Labor

Dear Milly, When I got out of bed this morning, the first thing I looked at was the cradle, and I thought to myself, “There should be a baby in that.” I met your mother for lunch at J. Michael’s Deli today.  Her friends and co-workers Cyra Sherburn and Billy Supplee were going to go […]

Pap Update, June 8

Dad just called with an update.  Just said Pap’s not doing too well and sometimes he’ll stop breathing for 30-40 seconds.  They’re putting him on morphine.  Still no timeline on when to expect anything. My dad said he’s putting off going to Kentucky to wait for Milly.  I guess he already got to see his […]

Pregnancy, 40 Weeks (Milly’s Due Date)

In the past I wrote about the specifics of what’s going on in the pregnancy for the week as a separate entry, but since today was the due date, the day itself was inextricably tied to expectations of a delivery.  I think that until she gets here, I’m going to write directly to Milly.  Here […]

Emergency Baby Call Tests

Amanda didn’t sleep well last night and wasn’t feeling the best today. She’s been cramping and the cramps have been stronger today. Despite this we started our Saturday in a classic way with some Brucey cuddle time and just spending some time together. We’ll miss it, but I think we’re both hoping it’s our last […]