02/18/2026
Why I do what I do 🫶🏼
Kathy, I don’t recall having your address, so I can’t send you an actual thank you card. However, I wanted to take the time to express my appreciation!! I know I didn’t express it, but it was a huge relief to talk with you on the phone and have you give Daniel advice on ways to help! It helped to remove the fear that I was having in the moment. I also appreciate you quickly getting ready and heading our way. I personally probably would have had you held off because I didn’t want to waste your time or have you endure a long labor period. However, your timing working out perfectly! It was so nice that you were able to join us at the birth center from the start! I know that I didn’t greet you very positively and I’m very sorry! It just took all of my focus to get through the contractions. I feel like you fit in so well with everyone on our birth team! Your encouragement when I was doubting myself was so needed, even if I didn’t express my appreciation! I’m also very sorry if I said anything mean in the moment, the day is kind of a blur. My intention wasn’t to be negative! When I reflect back on the day, I have an extreme appreciation you!! When you would apply the hot water pack on my lower back, it brought so much relief!! I’m sure it had you in some funky positions and I’m sorry, but I really appreciate it!! I also extremely appreciate you taking so many video and pictures! I spent so much of the day with my eyes closed, that I missed the smiles that Daniel had. However, when I looked through the pictures I could experience his excitement! I will forever be grateful for you capturing these special memories!! Seriously, I’m crying in appreciation right now, just thinking about it! (Partly because of the hormones, but also true gratitude)! The video you took of us finding out the gender will forever be engraved in my heart! That was one of the moments I was looking forward too, so it will forever be treasured! I also don’t know how you recorded the birth and other videos all while applying the hot water pack!! This was an incredibly sweet surprise! I never thought I’d want the birth recorded, but it’s nice to have it documented!! I honestly don’t have the correct words to express my appreciation, but I hope you know that you helped to make the day memorable and magical! It’s been a week and I still can’t believe this was all possible and the care and support you provided us with to make the day so positive!! From the bottom of my heart, THANK YOU!!
-I hope you enjoyed the weekend at the beach!