I can sleep well tonight!

Today was a fantastic one in the NICU. I got a late start because I wanted to stop at the office and get some work done. It was so great to feel so normal today! I drove up to the U in the snowstorm and ended up staying for the day instead of driving back to work or to my mom's, where I usually go between visits. I figured it wasnt worth wasting time driving in snow when I could just stare at John all day.
I got to sit with baby John for hours, just watching him stretch and kick and snooze. He looks so peaceful in there, i just want to crawl in there with him and take a nap. The nurses have been joking that he doesnt even know he's sick because he just sleeps like nothings wrong.

He is doing so much better today--his xrays are looking better and his recent cultures are not showing infection so far, though they will let them grow for a few more days to be sure. His belly is a little tender but they havent been pulling much air out of his stomach. They think they'll start feedings again tomorrow. Here's to hoping he can tolerate it! He had another blood transfusion because he's had to have so many blood draws, his little body doesnt make blood fast enough to replenish it.

John and I just finished his 8pm cares, where we were joined by Pastor David from our church. Baby is still doing great and his glucose levels are perfect. He also gained a few more grams. Its not much, but any weight gain makes us happy. He's getting so good at holding my hand his little fingertips turn white since he squeezes so hard. Pastor David tried holding his hand but he knew it was an imposter--he still liks mommy's finger best (with daddy being a close second, of course). We got a quick prayer in before we were kicked out since another delivery was on the way.

Man I'm tired but I'm glad these days are flying by! Ive got another full day tomorrow with visits and work and chores. I cant wait until he comes home so I have a baby to show for all this exhaustion!

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