January 29th, 2011
Today I woke up a bit cranky. It has been 34 days that I have been in ICU. I get moved every now and then to one side then another so that I do not get bed sores. I just dont feel 100% today. My dad has not been able to come into ICU as he caught a cold last week and has to stay away from the hospital until he gets better. I sure hope he gets better soon I miss seeing him! He keeps me company and sings me songs at night especially my Bob Marley Three Little Birds! Hurry up dad and get better!
My mom has been spending day and night at the hospital and this morning she asked the doctors if she could hold me. They agreed it was good for me to be held now that I did not have a gazillion wires and hoses coming out of me. I was fussing and fussing when mom came in and the moment she picked me up and held me in her arms I calmed down. It has been a long time since my mom has held me and it felt so so good to be back in her arms. My mother’s arms are so comforting I fell asleep right away and I do believe this is the best breathing I have done in a long long time. I am totally relaxed and at ease in her arms. My grandma was watching thru the window and my mom looked up at her to see that she too had tears strolling down her face. It was an incredible moment for us all and one that I will never forget. I feel safe and that everything is gonna be alright now.
I slept for two hours in her arms. Every doctor that passed by had to stop and stare and give a big smile. Today has been a glorious day.
Malia
Wow! So amazing the way a mama’s arms can be the healing touch. I totally believe in Kangaroo Care for sick preemie babies who make a miraculous recovery and their breathing and heart rate regulate after moments with skin-to-skin contact. So sweet to hear (from Malia’s perspective) and to know (from a mom’s perspective) the most precious love… It was a sacred moment, thank you for sharing! Still warms my heart and gives me chills to hear that she came through all this and is home again! I can’t wait to see pics of Malia enjoying the beautiful Costa Rica sun again, all better! Hugs from our family to yours 🙂
Hi Malia
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