back to our (somewhat, not really) normal life

on our way back to NYC tomorrow night. mom is doing alright.

this trip has been equal parts horrible and marvelous. incredibly difficult to see my mom in such discomfort and disarray but it has been wonderful to spend time with my sister and her family. her three girls are impossibly adorable. we've had a lot of fun with all of them - despite the sobering tone of the visit.

i hope mom gains the strength to improve. she'll need to maintain an extremely positive attitude which, at times, has been very challenging. she and i have so much in common and one thing we both love to do is talk. it's extremely frustrating for her right now. she probably won't be able to speak for another month or so.

she'll have to be admitted to a rehab facility next week. probably for a few months. i hope and pray no longer than that.

baby girl has been doing well. i can't believe she's four weeks old!!