thank you

Each time I begin, I cry.  There's so much to say, things that begin with "thank you" and include both "overwhelmed" and "overjoyed."  I'm warmed, genuinely moved, by all the comments and support here.  It's a time when blogging really makes me step outside myself and realize how powerful human communication, and even prayer, can be, especially with people we don't know.  It's amazing.  I receive thousands of emails from people thanking me for my book, my blog, my ability to put myself out there.  But really, it's my turn.  Thank you, seriously, for this outpouring.  It isn't just warm; it's extraordinary, and I am so so thankful.  I have plenty to write and express beyond just this thank you.  I've been trying to keep a journal, but when you're living in moments, sometimes it's hard to find quiet ones that don't involve sleep or my breasts.  Please be patient.  I promise many more photos in the coming days (this is one of me with Lucas today practicing our "Kangaroo Care").  Soon there will be photos of my redheaded daughter Abigail, too, along with detailed accounts of our little beans.  I just don't know where to start.