I needed some time with my Kate. My mom brought her up to me, and I wanted to just gobble her right up. I miss my big baby. She has been through a lot in the past four months, and she is a trooper. She has really done a lot of growing up, which makes me feel a little robbed. While my mom and grandma stayed with Ruby, Kate and I went for some ice cream. It was the first time I had been outside of the hospital since Wednesday, and the sunlight hurt my eyes. It felt so good to get some fresh air, and hold that chubby little hand in mine.
UCLA has an amazing Child Life program, and Kate just dies over the playroom. She painted, colored, played dolls, rode on power wheels, and had a few volunteers all to herself.
She was so excited to see her Ruby. And Ruby lit up a bit when she saw her big sister. She has not been smiling, but Kate managed to get a half smile out of her!
We planned to have Kate up here with us this weekend, but Ruby spiked a fever, so we had to send her back to Grammy's tonight. It broke my heart a little getting her stuff together to go back. She is such a cute thing and has the best attitude.
As we were walking out the door, she said to the nurse, "Take care of Ruby!" And then added, "Matt will stay here."
Kate has been Ruby's little protector, and takes her job very seriously. I was so touched that she wanted to make sure things were squared away before she left, and that she also wanted the nurse to know that someone would be with Ruby at all times.
I am so blessed with these daughters of mine.
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I love your family - I tell everyone how beautiful you all are and how I constantly think of you. You are probably sick of all my comments at this point, but I am in awe of your strength and faith and I am obsessed with your little Ruby girl and I pray she gets better. And that little Kate is so cute and sweet too, and she is such a tough little cookie going through all this. Constantly sending love your way and hoping to get up to LA next week to donate blood. I wish I could do more to help. xoxo
My sister told me about your blog last night and I spent the night reading, crying, and praying for you and that sweet baby girl! You sound like an amazing mom with amazing strength to juggle everything you have going on! (I hope this isn't weird coming from a complete stranger!) I will keep your sweet family in my prayers!
Look at those long legs! I can't believe how big Kate has gotten! Aren't these children amazing? My testimony grows exponentially every single day from these amazing experiences Heavenly Father gives us and from these amazing little ones that make it worth it. We love you, pray for you, and cannot wait for that day when everyone has learned everything they need to from this trial and we can all look back and remember what an important experience it was. You are my hero, Ani. Love you!
Oops... I guess I was signed in as David. That was Leslie. Sorry!
Glad you got your "kate-fix." She is so cute and happy! Sounds like Addie and Kate are having a great time at Grammy's house. Cousins are so fun! :) Love you.
That was me- you sister! XO
Ani- Just want you to know how much I think of you everyday. You're in all my thoughts and prayers and I am amazed at your strength. I'm sorry you're going though this and really don't know what to say other than if you need anything please let me know. Give Ruby and your sweet little Kate lots of hugs and kisses! Love you!- Sara
I love those little words. so cute.
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