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| PopPop and Jonah |
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| Granpa and Jonah |
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| Grandma and Grandpa |
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| Auntie Carli, Jonah, and Daddy |
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| Jonah and Grandma |
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| Boppy, Grandpa and Grandma (sorry for the poor quality!) |
The outpouring of love and support that we have received in the past 6 months brings tears to my eyes. Our families come up to stay with us for long stretches of time just to help us function and keep the smiles flowing. I swear I think they have sprouted wings and become angels.
Currently, Carole, my most amazing Mother-in-Law, is staying with us. She cleans the house, does our laundry, cooks amazing dinners, and plays with the kids. Her steadfast cheer is an added bonus. My Father-in-Law was also just here for a week. He finds all kinds of projects to do: pool cleaning, gardening, assembling toys, etc., and he's the king of dishes. My mom comes up for weeks at a time, helps with just about everything, and finds all sorts of ways to make our house more organized and efficient. My dad came up for a week not too long ago (and has another trip up here scheduled soon) and floored me with his hero-ness in just about every way. My step-mom, Janine, has come up (also planning another visit soon), powers through laundry like no other, cleans like mad, and treats the kids with goodies she has collected since her last visit or shipment. Auntie Carli has taken many days off work to hang out with us in the hospital, bring me lattes, keep the cheer, and be my rock when I need support the most. She also comes to our house, grocery shops for us, and plays with the kids so we can sleep! Uncle Mark has stayed with us, offers great moral support, has cooked for us and keeps the kiddos entertained. Friends have dropped off home-cooked meals, had food delivered, left flowers and cards, and even given us cold, hard cash. Calls, texts, and emails poor in, offering to take Jonah for playdates, drop off/pick up from school, take Ayla for walks, accompany me during doctors appointments, and hang out with us in the hospital.
If anyone ever doubted the love and goodness in people, let me assure them it is not lost. There's nothing like a crisis to bring out the magic in humanity. I'm not sure I will ever be able to repay anyone, and I realize nobody is asking me to. Each day unfolds before us, bringing forth a fascinating concoction of anxiety and gratitude: dark clouds with a bright and shiny silver lining.
I don't know how I can ever thank any of you enough. My heart swells with appreciation for every little gesture to make our lives a little bit smoother.
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