July 17, 2013

Dear Baby,

You are so tiny but require so much energy!  Is this your way of telling me to get lots of sleep now because when you arrive I won't be getting any at all?  If I could make napping a full-time job I'd be rich.  At least I really don't have any pressing demands on my schedule, so if I doze off while reading a book or watching a show it's no great loss.  I'll try and remember these days when you get me up in the middle of the night for weeks on end.  Until then I'll just grab another pillow and "rest my eyes" for a few minutes...

Love,
Mama

June 29, 2013

Dear Stomach,

What the heck is up with you?  Thanks so much for not throwing any serious nausea my way, but what on earth do you want?  Are you actually hungry?  Do you want just a little bit?  Why does mozzarella make you so content, but a simple grilled chicken breast freaks you out?  At least I'm back in the US for a while so you can drown yourself in Gatorade and soothe yourself with trail mix and Goldfish crackers.   The sooner I get my normal appetite back, the happier everyone will be.  So, if it's mac-n-cheese and Wheat Thins you want, just be clear about it and I'll help you out.  Cut me some slack here, alright??

Confused,

Allyn

June 14, 2013

Dear Dr. Lieu,

Thank you, thank you, thank you!  Even if you don't speak English and I don't speak Chinese, no translation is needed for your compassion and care.  You have been so patient and diligent through a long process, and your insight and reassurance have been such a positive influence.  I always appreciate your conservative yet thorough approach, and I have full trust in your judgement.  I'm fortunate to be in such good hands.

Most sincerely,
"Miller"