When Mikey was in the NICU at Sisters', I started a guestbook for people to sign when they came to see him. He had lots and lots of visitors. I can't even tell you how much it meant to me that he got to spend lots of good time with so many people that love him. So many people did things for us and Mikey during this time that it's hard to find a way to say thanks. This picture is with his Grampy - he's spent so much time with him. I know he feels that Mikey's going to make a good recovery - and when he does, it will be in part because of the time he spent holding him. Here's some of the notes left for Mikey in his book - in no particular order.
"Ohhhh, my beautiful nephew! We had a beautiful visit. I got to change his diaper and held him for 45 minutes. We read a bible story, too. Love you baby boy!" --Aunt Dawn
"Aunt Audra and Mikey got to share a very special time together! Holding him for the first time was probably more theraputic for me than for him. I hope he felt all the love I had because he is perfect!" --Aunt Audra
"Aunt Jenna in for another cuddle at 1pm. He laid quietly. Stretched often and was loved much. During the visit Aunt Audra also stopped by to give him her lovin'" -- Aunt Jenna
"Hi Michael, This was the second time I was able to hold you and it does my heart good! Keep up the good work and I'll see you soon handsome. Love, Gretchen"
"Hi Buddy - it's Daddy here. You and I had a really nice time tonight - almost no suction! I love hearing your little voice! You sneezed all over me - I've never been prouder!" - Daddy.
"Hi Muckey Jr! This is your Daddy's Mom. You have been doing great. I have been with you at night for over 2 weeks. We have been talking about how much everyone loves you and the day you will be coming home. I love you and wish only the best for you." -Gamma
"I miss you. I love you. Love Michailey" - Big Sis #1
"Emme loves you" - Big Sis #2
"Mamma says 'Love and hugs my little bug'. Mommy's doing much better and you're going to come up to see her tomorrow little boy!" - Daddy (and Mommy)
Shell and I want to thank everyone who has visited Mikey over and over for sharing your love with him, especially when we can't just bring him home and hold him for days at a time. I know it had an effect and helped him out of the times with seizures and medicines and the rest. THANKS. It's a small word and doesn't do justice for how we feel in our hearts about what you've helped with, but it needs saying nonetheless.
