1/26/03
The end of day 2 as a dad, comes to a close. With its many challenges and excitements.
Ok, I cant understand why these doctors won't totally prioritize the fact that my little daughter has a red, puffy, swollen, eye. They took hours to even look at it... You would think at a hospital, you could find a doctor to look at it... If not attended to, she could go blind or something. Anyway, it looks almost like that 9lb brute in the nursery gave Maria a slug in the eye. Not really, but the whole thing did have me concerned for a while. I guess Im over the worst by now, but seriously folks. I guess I am a full fledged dad, because despite "good reason", It really bugs me.
I guess the doctor says it could be an alergic reaction to the antibiotic ointment they put on their eyes at birth. I hope it clears up soon, it makes her look sick.
I was starting to get more concerned because everytime I would see her, she would have her eyes shut, and they looked pastey or something. She seemed more irritable and stuff. Well, I finally had the chance to hold her for a while, and Candi needed a much deserved nap... So took my chance, and just let Maria fall asleep against my chest. She was close enough to my face that whenever she needed a kiss, it wasnt hard to give. She slept ok but kept jumping everytime the fireworks would shoot out the bottom. It was sort of funny. I could totally bore all the readers of this blog with lengthy stories of the gross and cute noises and presents that are coming out of this beautiful daughter of mine.
I am so proud of Candace, she is a real trouper. The feeding is going much better at 11pm than it did at 11am, and thats real progress. She is also recovering nicely, and starting to walk around, stand up and stuff... She hasnt been out of the room yet, but tonight, she stood up and changed the first diaper of her daughter.
I got to tell you. I was starting to impress myself with my mad diapering skills, and then folding maria back up in a blanket... Well let me tell you - Candace never lets me fold laundry at home, and this is why. Because she is so much better, she grabbed that blanket, and did the baby burito wrap without any additional trys, and in no time flat... It was perfect. OK - but just wait till it comes time to teach her how to play the bass guitar.
Kairsie and Jon, and John Rush stopped in this afternoon. Kairsie would have been the first non-family non-nurse to hold Maria.
I guess Wendy, Jaron, Melody, and Rachel F. Stopped in a little bit later. I had to do some work, and wasnt back then yet.
Edie Esh (grandma) helped stay with Candi today while I was gone.
Im totally exhausted, but its been a great day.
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2/27/03 11am
I've realized that no matter how great a dad I will be, I can never be the mom. Mom is always a better comfort or something. Its probably the voice - that theyve been hearing for 9 months. Candi can get Maria quiet better than anybody so far.
This day has been going great so far... Early this morning I just held Maria and let her sleep in my arms - to keep her quiet so Candace could sleep. We both got some sleep last night - not lots, but more.
The feeding is going great - a big relief. The patience, and persistance is starting to pay off. Also, Marias eye is getting much better. It's almost back to normal. Now she has a rash all over her face, but it is normal.
I just got off the phone with my sister Diane - a great encourager - and great proponent of Herblax. She reminded me of something I hadn't thought of as much today. I really wish my dad could have been here to see this day. He would have loved it. I thought about it more when mom was here, its not quite the same without Him... It was harder on Tuesday, but the distractions and the joys are just so overwhelming - its hard to stay sad long. I'm so glad to have mom here though, she just lights up the room. She is coming at 1pm to stay with Candi while I go to work, and then home to shower, and get something to eat. I havnt had a meal in a while. It is so nice to have moms around - I wonder how people do it that move away from home, or who have horrible relationships with their families. Family is such a help and support, And it is a beautiful time to connect with everyone.
Mom was the first one to bring in this bright pink and beautiful flower. Now there are lots of flowers, from Zion, the Prices (my sister Diane), Lisa, and presents from the Grebes, and the Andrews, and probably other people I have missed. Although we have so many tons of stuffed animals at home - the dopey dad (me) never thought to bring any of them in. But Kayleigh thought about it, and decided to bring in a cute little rabbit. Thoughtful niece huh...
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2/27/03 - 2:15pm
So many encouragements have come in via email it is awesome - and I continue to be sort of giddy and excited about my daughter - I will have more pictures to post soon. This Maria is gonna be one popular kid:)
We spent some really good time together today. She was so alert for about 25 minutes, I just held her on my lap and we just looked at each other.
My new favorite album is "Wide Eyed Wonder" by the Choir. It was written way back in the early 90's, and I know much of it by heart - and I knew that Steve H. Had written many of the songs about his daughter. But each song has a totally new significance for me... It is really cool - I plan to share some of the lyrics soon.
What a splendid gift from God. We've been married for 9 years, and the wait has been long, but good, and now we continue to be drawn closer and closer as a family. Praise God from whom all blessings flow.
I need to work - the one bad part about this whole thing. Pray that I am able to balance my life well - I know my family needs me- especially this week, but I feel resposibility to the other areas of life as well
The end of day 2 as a dad, comes to a close. With its many challenges and excitements.
Ok, I cant understand why these doctors won't totally prioritize the fact that my little daughter has a red, puffy, swollen, eye. They took hours to even look at it... You would think at a hospital, you could find a doctor to look at it... If not attended to, she could go blind or something. Anyway, it looks almost like that 9lb brute in the nursery gave Maria a slug in the eye. Not really, but the whole thing did have me concerned for a while. I guess Im over the worst by now, but seriously folks. I guess I am a full fledged dad, because despite "good reason", It really bugs me.
I guess the doctor says it could be an alergic reaction to the antibiotic ointment they put on their eyes at birth. I hope it clears up soon, it makes her look sick.
I was starting to get more concerned because everytime I would see her, she would have her eyes shut, and they looked pastey or something. She seemed more irritable and stuff. Well, I finally had the chance to hold her for a while, and Candi needed a much deserved nap... So took my chance, and just let Maria fall asleep against my chest. She was close enough to my face that whenever she needed a kiss, it wasnt hard to give. She slept ok but kept jumping everytime the fireworks would shoot out the bottom. It was sort of funny. I could totally bore all the readers of this blog with lengthy stories of the gross and cute noises and presents that are coming out of this beautiful daughter of mine.
I am so proud of Candace, she is a real trouper. The feeding is going much better at 11pm than it did at 11am, and thats real progress. She is also recovering nicely, and starting to walk around, stand up and stuff... She hasnt been out of the room yet, but tonight, she stood up and changed the first diaper of her daughter.
I got to tell you. I was starting to impress myself with my mad diapering skills, and then folding maria back up in a blanket... Well let me tell you - Candace never lets me fold laundry at home, and this is why. Because she is so much better, she grabbed that blanket, and did the baby burito wrap without any additional trys, and in no time flat... It was perfect. OK - but just wait till it comes time to teach her how to play the bass guitar.
Kairsie and Jon, and John Rush stopped in this afternoon. Kairsie would have been the first non-family non-nurse to hold Maria.
I guess Wendy, Jaron, Melody, and Rachel F. Stopped in a little bit later. I had to do some work, and wasnt back then yet.
Edie Esh (grandma) helped stay with Candi today while I was gone.
Im totally exhausted, but its been a great day.
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2/27/03 11am
I've realized that no matter how great a dad I will be, I can never be the mom. Mom is always a better comfort or something. Its probably the voice - that theyve been hearing for 9 months. Candi can get Maria quiet better than anybody so far.
This day has been going great so far... Early this morning I just held Maria and let her sleep in my arms - to keep her quiet so Candace could sleep. We both got some sleep last night - not lots, but more.
The feeding is going great - a big relief. The patience, and persistance is starting to pay off. Also, Marias eye is getting much better. It's almost back to normal. Now she has a rash all over her face, but it is normal.
I just got off the phone with my sister Diane - a great encourager - and great proponent of Herblax. She reminded me of something I hadn't thought of as much today. I really wish my dad could have been here to see this day. He would have loved it. I thought about it more when mom was here, its not quite the same without Him... It was harder on Tuesday, but the distractions and the joys are just so overwhelming - its hard to stay sad long. I'm so glad to have mom here though, she just lights up the room. She is coming at 1pm to stay with Candi while I go to work, and then home to shower, and get something to eat. I havnt had a meal in a while. It is so nice to have moms around - I wonder how people do it that move away from home, or who have horrible relationships with their families. Family is such a help and support, And it is a beautiful time to connect with everyone.
Mom was the first one to bring in this bright pink and beautiful flower. Now there are lots of flowers, from Zion, the Prices (my sister Diane), Lisa, and presents from the Grebes, and the Andrews, and probably other people I have missed. Although we have so many tons of stuffed animals at home - the dopey dad (me) never thought to bring any of them in. But Kayleigh thought about it, and decided to bring in a cute little rabbit. Thoughtful niece huh...
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2/27/03 - 2:15pm
So many encouragements have come in via email it is awesome - and I continue to be sort of giddy and excited about my daughter - I will have more pictures to post soon. This Maria is gonna be one popular kid:)
We spent some really good time together today. She was so alert for about 25 minutes, I just held her on my lap and we just looked at each other.
My new favorite album is "Wide Eyed Wonder" by the Choir. It was written way back in the early 90's, and I know much of it by heart - and I knew that Steve H. Had written many of the songs about his daughter. But each song has a totally new significance for me... It is really cool - I plan to share some of the lyrics soon.
What a splendid gift from God. We've been married for 9 years, and the wait has been long, but good, and now we continue to be drawn closer and closer as a family. Praise God from whom all blessings flow.
I need to work - the one bad part about this whole thing. Pray that I am able to balance my life well - I know my family needs me- especially this week, but I feel resposibility to the other areas of life as well
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