relief in recovery

So I haven't been around here in awhile.  Part of me wanted to just delete my blog and leave it at that. I've been Debbie downer for so long, and I hated that.  But As of January 4th my little family and I have felt relief for the first time in quite a while.


Gracie surgery is done and over.  She was so brave and seems to still really love doctors, which I do believe was our saving grace in the first place.  Grace thinks Drs. can do no wrong.  So she was a Big Girl and let them put her under with the IV.  My heart broke, as it always does, when she got really scared as the drugs pumped into her veins.  Her eyes welled up and she reached for me.  and Then that was it it.  I was escorted out, a sobbing mess.  But!!  20 minutes later, I had my baby girl back in my arms.  Such a good girl!

I just want to say to all my family and friends-  We needed you and truly appreciate that we had you.  Thanks for the Get well cards, and Presents and Meals.  Its exactly what we needed to make this experience as easy as possible.  We are now on the road to recovery, and we couldn't be more relieved.

We now have time to look forward to the things ahead.  We have a very busy year coming up, and I cant wait...

First, in February, we are headed to Florida for a couple weeks.  And we get to go not worrying about eyes this time..  I can just barely wait.. but just barely save up the money. Haha, Our car broke down.. actually we lost our breaks trying to stop at a read light on baseline.  Fun times.  But no one was hurt.. and that's something all in itself, isn't it?

Did I tell you I'm maid of honor in My BFF's wedding in May.. IN THE MARITIMES??  So with that responsibility comes showers and engagement parties and dresses and trips and flowers.. and the list goes on!  I should be stressed, I think, But I'm feeling pretty good about it.  Looking forward to going home to see my family, too.

Anyways, so relieved to have a happy post!  Hope everyone is all rested up from their vacation days and hopefully, I'll be back at this again really soon!