Christmas Day

Dear Samuel,

Not much news to report today.....which are days that we like.

The only real news from today was that, yet another IV had to come out. The good news is, that you only have 24 hours left to have one in anyways (Antibiotics need to run their course, even though the infection is gone). As I'm typing, you do NOT have anything poking you! They are going to try again at 2:00 a.m. and if they are unsuccessful with placing the IV, they may forego putting one in.

Otherwise, your mom and I came down twice to see you today and did a little photoshoot.

To all of the readers of Sammy's blog.....Merry Christmas from the Parr's! (Hopefully this counts as our Christmas cards. We sort of got sidetracked this year and didn't get to send any out this year).

You keep impressing us AND the NICU staff, buddy. This is going to be our first and last Christmas in the hospital. Your mom and I can't wait until next year already.

Love,
Mom and Dad

Christmas Eve

Dear Samuel,

This may be a tough few days for your mom and I. We are SO excited to celebrate Christmas with your brother, Isaac. He's finally starting to "get it". At the same time, we can't stop thinking about that we can't all be together on Christmas. It's heart-wrenching pal.....I feel like we are the worst parents in the world for not being there with you every second of every day; especially on Christmas.

Although, we may feel this way now, I'm quite certain that there is a lesson in all of this for us and that God has a plan for us. I'm already thinking of next Christmas, and just how special it will be. It makes me think of all of the things we take for granted in this life; especially the people. Buddy, let me tell you, if there is one thing I have learned in life is that we need to make the most of the time that we have with each other. Because one day, that person will be gone and all of things you wanted to do or say will be too.

So, to everyone reading this letter.......Cherish the time you have with your loved ones. Parents, give your kids a big hug and tell them how much they mean to you. Kids, hug your parents back and tell them how much they mean to YOU!


Today, was kind of a short day. We didn't get to see you much, but I think we made the most of the time we had. Your mom got to hold you again today AND you had your eyes wide open for us.

They moved you IV from your head to your arm. We are still hopeful that you can get it out on Friday, after the antibiotics have run their course. 

Otherwise, everything is status quo. Just the way we like it. No surprises. 

Thank you to everyone who has sent cards, gifts and well wishes. We are truly blessed to have such great people in our lives! 

From our family to yours, Merry Christmas and a happy and healthy New Year! 

Sleep tight buddy, we will see you tomorrow. 

Love,

Mom and Dad