About three months ago, I asked Zoe to draw a picture of our family, and this is what she drew... 5 "smiling" heads with stick legs and shoes.
Some of you know that Brother (whom Zoe calls Cutie) and Sister (whom she calls Beauty) have been part of Zoe's world for a long time... So it was no surprise that Zoe would draw them as part of our family. Zoe started talking about brother shortly after beginning to talk and then sister followed about six months later. We hear about brother and sister all the time... And Zoe quickly learned how to use brother and sister to her advantage - if she got a snack, she would need one for brother and sister as well, naturally...
So, going back a bit... Zoe was diagnosed on January 11th. On the morning of January 15th (a day or so after being released from the hospital) Zoe randomly said, "Brother and Sister were in bed with me when I was sick... and Brother told me that everything would be ok." Well, that night we found out we are pregnant. Kind of interesting... And I have to admit that I was terrified for a few days that I was pregnant with both brother AND sister at the same time - but I'm not... just one little munchkin. We should find out in one week whether it is a brother or a sister. Here is an ultrasound picture from a couple weeks ago.
Because I will be on bedrest again, Zoe and I will be moving to Utah in about three weeks. We will miss Sean like crazy, and hopefully he'll miss us a bit as well. Zoe will continue treatment there (unless there are any major surprises with her upcoming MRI in two weeks). I, on the other hand, will be parked on the swing in the yard eating burgers and shakes from Steph's drive-in. I feel so blessed to have such amazing family members who are willing (well, willing atleast at this point) to do everything for Zoe and I the next several months.
One last little thing - I have felt really bad the last few months for not returning e-mails, phone calls, writing timely thank you notes, etc; I truly am so appreciative of the way everyone has supported and loved us - please know that... But most days when I had a free minute I was so exhausted or feeling like junk that there wasn't a whole lot I could do. Please know that we have been so thankful!!!
Wow April! Congrats:) This is Robyn and if you need anything when you are here please call me. Wish you the best with the new baby and of course Zoe!
ReplyDeleteCongratulations. Zoe is going to be such a wonderful big sister!
ReplyDeleteCongratulations Fitzgeralds!!! I am excited to hear whether it's "brother" or "sister" you're carrying :)
ReplyDeleteWhat a lot you have on your plate these days dear friend...
YEAH for being pregnant, YEah for coming back to Utah, and YEAH for Zoe being a big sister. Good luck with the transition and let me know when I can come see you :)
ReplyDeletei love the 3d pic that is so so cool , can't believe it's real...wondering when you were going to 'let it out'! yeah! i am extatic about your move to UTAH> hooray. p.s. what a sweet picture zoe drew..i never knew about her 'brother and sister' that is the sweetest story about them in her bed. makes me teary
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ReplyDeleteIt's all too the good that Zoe has an imaginary life.
ReplyDeleteWhen is her brother or sister due? Won't she just love that!
Prayers always. Dick and Fran
Congrats!! How exciting for you guys!! I hope things go smoothly and you can rest in Utah!
ReplyDeleteOh my gosh! Congratulations! How exciting! I love the picture Zoe drew. I love the story about Brother and Sister. And I love the ultrasound of your little peanut! Well, as you know, I am here in Utah, so if you need anything I'm here for you and don't hesitate to ask! Love you!
ReplyDeleteI can't wait to see if this baby is "brother" or "sister." What a sweet lead in to such wonderful news. We are thrilled for you, but we will miss you greatly! If Zoe's levels are good, we'll have to have a few playdates or trips to the park before you go.
ReplyDeleteAHHHHHHH!!!!! AHHHHHHHH!!!! I'd scream out loud right now but I just got all 3 kids to sleep and if I woke them I'd probably start to cry. :)
ReplyDeleteI'll be honest, I'm not sure what to even say right here. Congratulations? Bed Rest. Holy Crap. Holy. Crap.
So. I guess I better start planning my trip to Morgan then. Seriously. What day do you get here? I'll drag Jaimi up with me and we'll keep you company on the swing. Isn't God interesting. Zoe's going through chemo and you're pregnant. On bed rest. What would we do without family? What an amazing thing that he put us in families so that we'll look out for each other no matter what.
I seriously can't wait to see you. And just be with you. You're one of those people I just feel better being around.
And little Zoe. I have something for her, but I'll wait to give it to her in person instead of mailing it now. :)
Talk to you soon.
Even better, SEE you soon!!!
I opted to cry instead of scream. I am so excited for you guys and yet I can only imagine what these next few months will be like for you. You guys have constantly been in our prayers. And Linds doesn't have to drag me up there......I went to my calendar and figured out when 3 weeks was so I could figure out WHEN we could come see you. I LOVE swings. And I LOVE burgers. We are so there. Take care these next couple of weeks....CANNOT wait to give you and Zoe a hug!!!
ReplyDeleteLooking at the picture I think Zoe is getting a Brother, so start thinking of Boys names! I can't wait to see you and Z in Utah and trust me Steph's Food will make you well. Look at Barry and Me, we are both really healthy and Turner Stout! I've carried Cheese burgers home to Tucson just so Brennan could have his fix. Like I said before when the going gets tough this family gets going and we're all on your side, cheering, praying and thankful you get to come home! See you in June.
ReplyDeleteOh my goodness, I am so super excited for you! YEAH YEAH YEAH!!!! Baby and Utah! WOOT WOOT!
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