T Minus 2 days and counting...

Cole's new potential release date is Sunday! We were sad when they said it wouldn't be Friday, but also a little relieved that we had another weekend to get the house ready, get more "baby stuff" and go out clubbing with college kids on a 3 day bender. We just had the Merry Maids come and clean the hell out of our house, and they did an amazing job. Cole is no longer susceptible to attack by dust bunny armies. Hold the phone; what's up with the phrase "dust bunny"? That makes them sound cute when in fact they are grody to the max. Just sayin'.

We have had a tough couple nights because we've had to say temporary good-byes to our favorite nurses at the NICU. Now in fairness all of the nurses we have had over the past 3+ months have been amazing, compassionate, brilliant, thoughtful, sweet, and have each in turn saved our son's life at one point or another. Saying they are angels and miracle workers is an understatement, and they have our eternal gratitude and respect. The reality though, is that there are a few nurses who took him under their blue scrubbed wings and really nourished him and guided us through this whole ordeal. They became our friends and his extended family and we can't wait till they move in with us after Cole comes home. Stacy, Liz, Grace -- you are our shining stars and we adore you and thank you from the bottom of our hearts for all that you have done for us. This post is a tribute to you and your everlasting kindness.

Stacy



Grace



Liz



We really can't say enough about all that you have done, and we really look forward to continuing to have you in our lives. As Cole grows, know that he is a product of your love.