Saturday, May 1, 2010

Ready or Not, Here She Comes...

At my last prenatal appointment, I was given an induction date. Doctors will induce either the evening of May 9th (Mom's Day!) or the morning of May 10th. Being given the induction date felt both relieving and frightening. We're ready to meet Ms. Zoe, but know that the roller coaster ride begins immediately following her birth. Being in Philadelphia and at CHOP the last several weeks has given me much insight as to what my fellow heart moms go through each day. I thank them so much for being honest and candid about the journey. Even though I know what lies ahead, one can never be prepared for such a challenge. We'll take it one day at a time - and sometimes one hour, one minute at a time.

Hold onto your hats people, Zoe Madison will be here very soon!

In between work, doctor's appointments, etc., the Lihns have been enjoying Philadelphia. Steph and Paul, my sister and brother-in-law, came to visit this last week. It was great having them here and they were a HUGE help with Emerson. Caleb and I got to have two date nights this week!

Instead of writing about all our adventures, I thought you all would enjoy a photo montage of the week in review...

AUNT STEPHIE AND UNCLE PAUL ARRIVE



ADVENTURE AQUARIUM IN CAMDEN, NJ




OUT AND ABOUT IN PHILLY





SESAME PLACE








We've had a very busy week and a half. I have the swollen ankles to prove it! Several people at Sesame Place looked at me like I was a fool to be out and about at 39 weeks pregnant, in 90 degree heat. Perhaps I am a fool, but I live by a new mantra these days:

LIVE FOR TODAY, FOR TOMORROW IS PROMISED TO NO ONE

3 comments:

  1. Love the photos! We've been thinking of you guys often. I (Erin) even had you and Emmy in one of my dreams this week. Sending you all much love!!!

    ReplyDelete
  2. Do you have an address as of right now in Philly? I'm not sure if Chris texted you or e-mailed you, but let me know!!! I'm so excited for Zoe, she's been in our hearts. :)

    ReplyDelete
  3. Thanks Erin, I hope it was a good dream!

    And Chels, our current mailing address is:

    Stacey Lihn
    The Carriage House
    1008 South 46th Street
    Philadelphia, PA 19143

    This address is good through the end of May.

    Thanks for your happy thoughts and love. We do feel the positive energy coming to Philly.

    ReplyDelete