Update
Grrl just called to tell me that her son has been taken to the NICU because he's having breathing problems and has developed a fever. I'll update as soon as I hear back from her. Please send thoughts and prayers.
*** GOOD NEWS! ***
I was just getting ready to post an update to let you all know that there was still no word, when the phone rang. Grrl told me that after a very long and scary night in the NICU, her son's condition has improved and today he is doing well. Of course, he will continue to be monitored, but things are looking good. So YAY!
My heart has finally slowed to a normal rhythm and my hands have stopped shaking, making it much easier to type this update. I let Grrl know that the entire internet has been sending good wishes and prayers her way and she thanks all of you. And I do, too.
Oh good god. I hate the universe right now. Danae -- please update as soon as you can.
Posted by: Brandee | July 25, 2005 at 08:09 PM
My thoughts and prayers are with all of them. All will be well.
Posted by: Lynn | July 25, 2005 at 08:09 PM
Praying for them all. DOn't know what else to say...
Posted by: nate | July 25, 2005 at 08:10 PM
Oh, what a high, to read the last post, and then a crash, to read this. I am holding them all in my thoughts. Keep us posted, and thank you so much for being our messenger.
Posted by: Jill | July 25, 2005 at 08:10 PM
prayers and blessings to them all...in my heart I know all will be OK.
Posted by: Tammy | July 25, 2005 at 08:11 PM
Grrl - you couldn't have more people thinking about you all and praying for Gefilte.
We'll keep doing so 'til we hear he's safe and sound and home with you.
Posted by: Liz | July 25, 2005 at 08:14 PM
thoughts and prayers...
thoughts and prayers...
thoughts and prayers...
and congratulations!
(keep on keepin' on, Danae!)
Posted by: LadyGypsy | July 25, 2005 at 08:16 PM
Damn... I just refreshed to see both posts.
My thoughts are with them. I hope it's the last bit of floor cake for them all, and that Gefilte baby is back with the family ASAP.
Posted by: JuliaKB | July 25, 2005 at 08:17 PM
Congrats to and prayers for all the family.
Posted by: emma | July 25, 2005 at 08:22 PM
Thoughts, prayers, love and congratulations going out to Grrl and Sarah and their families. Please let us know more about how the babe is doing as you get details.
Posted by: | July 25, 2005 at 08:22 PM
Thanks for the update Danae. They are in my prayers.
Posted by: Menita | July 25, 2005 at 08:23 PM
The universe cannot be that cruel. Gefilte will be fine. This happens a lot. They're just being careful.
I'm so glad he's here.
Posted by: MistressMary | July 25, 2005 at 08:23 PM
Prayers... prayers.
Posted by: LisaN | July 25, 2005 at 08:23 PM
Just adding that my thoughts and prayers are with all involved.
Hang in there little Gefilte.
Posted by: Sheridan | July 25, 2005 at 08:24 PM
*more thoughts, more prayers*
Posted by: Adrienne | July 25, 2005 at 08:24 PM
My thoughts are with them and I pray for a quick and complete recovery for the baby.
Thanks so much for keeping us posted.
Posted by: sigal | July 25, 2005 at 08:25 PM
More prayers coming from here...
Have a strong feeling in my bones that all is fine...
Hang in there little guy, you're gonna be ok...
Posted by: Carolyn | July 25, 2005 at 08:27 PM
The Internets are all pulling for Gefilte, you know it's true. Get better quickly, baby boy!!!
Posted by: Kinneret | July 25, 2005 at 08:28 PM
Seems like every baby gets a trip to the NICU anymore. I'm not worrying just yet--Gefilte will be fine. It's Grrl I'm worried about!
Posted by: Rachel | July 25, 2005 at 08:28 PM
Sending big Texas well wishes and congrats. This is probably just a tiny hiccup after such a long labour....
Posted by: Brighton | July 25, 2005 at 08:30 PM
Danae, thank you for the news, my thoughts and prayers are headed to Gefilte and Grrl and everyone involved.
I hope his stay in NICU is very brief and he is certified 100% healthy.
Posted by: ericalil | July 25, 2005 at 08:30 PM
They have my thoughts and prayers. Thank you for sharing the news Danae.
Posted by: Rose | July 25, 2005 at 08:32 PM
Thoughts, prayers and all my love.
Thanks for the updates Danae, I'm thinking of you too sweetie and sending my love to you as well.
Posted by: Emily | July 25, 2005 at 08:34 PM
Good vibes, thoughts and prayers heading eastward for Gefilte Boy and family. This veteran of one too many "Maternity Ward" and "Birth Story" shows is sure this is just a bump on the road to home with Grrl and Dad. It HAS to be, that's all there is to it.
Posted by: Jo | July 25, 2005 at 08:34 PM
We just went through this with my niece. All *will* be well, I can feel it.
Posted by: Sarah | July 25, 2005 at 08:37 PM