Michelle Smiles

Teaching my children to question authority, except mine.

Rejoining the world

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I feel like I’ve been checked out of reality for the past 4 days – existing in a hazy combo of discomfort, joy, and contentment with a few drugs thrown in.  Is there a better feeling than watching a newborn snuggle in and fall asleep on your chest?  As much as I am ready to go home, I’m going to miss this little bubble of suspended time spent bonding with Tessa.

Sabrina and Abuela came to visit again yesterday.  Sabrina isn’t sure what to think about all of this and I don’t think she will until we get Tessa home and it becomes apparent that she is there to stay.  She is curious about Tessa but jealous that daddy was paying attention to someone else (she hit Tessa in the forehead just after I snapped this photo).  I got nothing more than a wave and a “Hi mommy” when she came in.  So much for my baby missing me while I am gone!

I agree with all of you who said Tessa looks like Steve.

Miss Sabrina has had a grand time with Abuela.  The child, who refuses to learn simple words like “up”, began saying “Abuela” pretty clearly the second day my mom was here.

The plan is for Tessa and I to be released sometime this morning or afternoon.  I’m waiting for my doctor to do her rounds so that I can try and get a time table on that.  Momma is tired of hospital food – I’m seeing a Starbuck’s in my future.

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36 Comments to

“Rejoining the world”

  1. On August 1st, 2008 at 6:10 am tonya Says:

    ahhhh, thats a lot of grandma love.

  2. On August 1st, 2008 at 6:30 am Nancy Says:

    So glad Sabrina is enjoying her abuela time 🙂
    Wait till she figures out that Tessa is here to stay 🙂
    Now we need a new family pic!!
    congrats! hope you are home soon.

  3. On August 1st, 2008 at 6:41 am Julia Says:

    she is just so amazing – such a beauty:)

  4. On August 1st, 2008 at 6:52 am Shannon Says:

    So cute that she says Abuela!! I hope you get home soon and that Sabrina adjusts to being a big sis without too much drama!

  5. On August 1st, 2008 at 6:56 am Merrill Says:

    Your daughters are beautiful!
    Merrill

  6. On August 1st, 2008 at 7:00 am Sharon Says:

    I’m so happy for you all!

  7. On August 1st, 2008 at 7:21 am Angie Says:

    Glad to see all is going well! You have 2 beautiful daughters! I cannot believe how long Sabrina’s hair is too!!!! I hope the transition home is smooth. Congrats again!

  8. On August 1st, 2008 at 7:25 am Trace Says:

    I would think Starbucks and a refreshing glass of wine.

  9. On August 1st, 2008 at 7:59 am Bobbi Says:

    Sabrina will be a great Mommy’s helper once you are home and settled. I am sure there will be some jealousy, but it will pass.

    Glad you are feeling a bit more with it. I am glad you have enjoyed your bubble with Tessa. It is a good place to be. It will feel nice to be home too. Maybe Sabrina will actually acknowledge you there!!

    THanks for more pics. She is just beautiful. She does look like Steve!!

  10. On August 1st, 2008 at 8:03 am Leigh Says:

    Both your girls are just beautiful! Here’s to an awesome Starbucks fix today!!

    Leigh

  11. On August 1st, 2008 at 8:54 am elle Says:

    That is the most beautiful newborn I have ever seen in my life. Seriously. And I thought the same thing that she looks just like Steve.

    Congrats! Sorry I didn’t check in sooner. Things have been a little um, hectic in my world at the moment.

  12. On August 1st, 2008 at 9:26 am TNKerry Says:

    What a beautiful, precious little girl!!

    And Sabrina is a doll with her abuelo!!!

  13. On August 1st, 2008 at 9:38 am Melissa Says:

    You have two seriously cute kids!

  14. On August 1st, 2008 at 9:51 am kim Says:

    Your daughters are absolutely beautiful! Congrats!

  15. On August 1st, 2008 at 9:58 am Laura Says:

    Tessa is so gorgeous (honestly, I think all C-section babies are gorgeous, and I’m certainly not biased ;))

    Hopefully Steve will go through the Starbucks drive thru on his way to pick you up so it will be waiting for ya in the car.

    Best of luck with the coming days.

  16. On August 1st, 2008 at 10:01 am MizFit Says:

    starbucks
    sushi
    and if youre me SHINER BACH.

    THANKS for blogging for us and sharing the love.

  17. On August 1st, 2008 at 10:29 am Heather Says:

    Love the pics. Kids love to be spoiled by their grandparents. Starbucks sounds lovely!!!

  18. On August 1st, 2008 at 10:30 am nora Says:

    Love seeing Tessa’s wide open eyes! Adding a little sister takes time, but I bet Sabrina will LOVE being a big sister shortly.

    Take care of yourself and go easy.

  19. On August 1st, 2008 at 10:45 am ani Says:

    glad you’re doing well, tessa’s just a cutie!!!! enjoy your time with your baby girls. all the best.

  20. On August 1st, 2008 at 11:16 am erinberry Says:

    Yup, she definitely looks like Steve! 🙂

  21. On August 1st, 2008 at 11:26 am Kim Says:

    Glad to hear that everyone is ok. We were out of town for a few days. So I didn’t get to see pics until now. Hope you have a smooth transition home.

  22. On August 1st, 2008 at 12:01 pm Rusty Gerber Says:

    She is so freaking cute. SHE DOES LOOK LIKE STEVO! But your in there alot. Sabrina will be a great momma helper.

  23. On August 1st, 2008 at 12:13 pm Gail Says:

    Wow!! I haven’t been to your blog in awhile and look what you have done. You had your baby. Guess you know that but I missed it.
    Congratulations!! She is beautiful!
    Gail

  24. On August 1st, 2008 at 12:26 pm Sara F. Says:

    Seriously … TWO GORGEOUS GIRLS!!!!!!!!! Congrats to you and Steve! Glad things with L&Delivery turned out a-okay!
    Now … onto some more family bonding time for you all!!!!!!
    Congrats again!!!!!!!!

  25. On August 1st, 2008 at 12:48 pm Alleen Says:

    She does look like Steve!!!

    I’m sure Sabrina will come around before you know it.

    And you should go out and get the grandest, ventiest Starbucks drink that they sell with a double shot of espresso!

  26. On August 1st, 2008 at 1:17 pm artsweet Says:

    so funny – I was about to comment that Steve doesn’t have anything to worry about, and then I saw that you had beat me to the bunch.

    Both of your girls are adorable. I’ll take either one as a future daughter-in-law!

  27. On August 1st, 2008 at 1:17 pm artsweet Says:

    err, that should be punch.

    I don’t even have good drugs to blame my typos on!

  28. On August 1st, 2008 at 4:55 pm Muriel Says:

    I am so happy for you and jelous at the same time. I want this kiddo out. I am glad you will be blogging again…I miss your humor. I am so so thrilled everything went perfect for you guys. Prayers answered…she is gorgeous.

  29. On August 1st, 2008 at 4:56 pm kelly Says:

    your girls are absolutely perfect.
    Please enjoy your starbucks!!!!!!!!! I would say YOU HAVE EARNED IT!

  30. On August 2nd, 2008 at 10:49 am Cass Says:

    Congratulations! I so hear you about the fog – am I actually supposed to be able to form sentences, shower daily, eat and sustain life at the same time???

    So glad your experience was good!

  31. On August 2nd, 2008 at 11:29 am Martha Says:

    She is absolutely gorgeous. You are truly blessed with 2 beautiful girls!

  32. On August 2nd, 2008 at 3:54 pm Lori Says:

    Beautiful!! Miss Sabrina will be a great helper – getting diapers, nuki and all!! 🙂

  33. On August 2nd, 2008 at 10:53 pm Andrea Says:

    YEA! I was on vacation for 10 days, and missed Tessa’s birthday. I think she looks like Steve, but there is definitely shades of Michelle in there. Welcome back to the “real” world. Your daughters are absolutely gorgeous!!

  34. On August 3rd, 2008 at 7:59 am Robyn Says:

    She is beautiful!! Congratulations!!

    Robyn

  35. On August 3rd, 2008 at 10:50 am Maggie Says:

    Congratulations, Michelle. She’s beautiful.

  36. On August 4th, 2008 at 8:58 am Tina Says:

    OMG….She is BEAUTIFUL!!! I have been out of town and was just able to look today. A HUGE CONGRATS to all of you!!

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