Sadie -
Today was your original due date!
Your mom and I took you to a private room at the nursery today and spent some quality time with you while you were wide awake. You ate and then I held you close for awhile and told you about the cool room and good times that await you once you finally get to come home with us.
The nurses say that you are doing well enough to probably leave the hospital tomorrow. Your mom said that news made her day and completely changed her mood. When we got back to our house, we spent a lot of time cleaning in anticipation for you to arrive. Your mom organized some of the new things you've been given in your nursery and I vacuumed. Your Uncle Joel and I also went to get some maintenance done on our cars. We have to make sure everything is ready for you - even our autos.
Grandma and Grandpa E. came to visit you as well today. They said you were sleepy while they were there, but that didn't keep them from taking lots of pictures.
Is it silly that I want to throw a party to celebrate your arrival at home? I won't - it would not be productive or beneficial to your health on many levels. But at least know that the thought and want is there. I am pretty sure your mom, your Grandma and your Aunt Amy feel the same way.
It is funny to think that these last few weeks will one day only be an interesting footnote in your biography. The stories about your first few weeks in the hospital will be like battle scars you can wear to differentiate yourself. But right now, these first few weeks have BEEN your life. I can't wait for you to find out how good life away from the hospital will be!
Tomorrow, tomorrow - you come home tomorrow!
- Dad
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