We will be at our very first appointment at Shriner's Hospital in Chicago. I am a nervous wreck. I am excited and scared all at the same time. I am confident all will go well but apprehensive about what the numbers will tell us, what the doctor will say.
That said I have a network of people who want live from Chicago updates. These women though I have never met them are beyond amazing. I talked with one of them twice last week on the phone and it was so nice to talk to someone who has been there done that and is so down to earth. I messaged the others on Facebook and they all came back with reassuring words and virtual hugs. It is because of these women that I have faith in the process.
We are jumping into the world of unknowns and that is a little scary. I am not one for unknowns but such is the reality in this case. I am crossing my fingers and saying lots of prayers that maybe just maybe we can get Kiya in her first cast before the end of September. I don't even know if that will be possible but the sooner the better.
While this process will be trying at first and adjustments will need to be made. I know we can get through it and hopefully some day (sooner rather than later) look back and remember the strength we had and the special week out of cast play times, etc.
It starts with our visit tomorrow. I am planning on being totally overwhelmed so I am grateful that my husband is along for the ride. He is not the worrying type. I am. So having a second set of eyes and ears will be helpful for sure.
And rest assured my Chicago Sisters, cell phone will be charged and text messages will be sent. You are truly amazing women and moms and I am so grateful that our lives have crossed paths.
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Best of luck. I live in Chicago, so please, if there's anything you need while you're here - don't hesitate to contact me.
awaitingourfirst at hotmail dot com
Sending you strength and peace for this new journey
Good luck Cathy!
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