We are home

About 3 this afternoon we were able to leave the hospital and head for home. Oh is it good to be home! At 3:30 this morning, I wasn't sure if we were going to be able to leave on time, because of the bad reaction to the medications. But, they were described as common problems with the meds and not a reason for further watching. She has never had that type of reaction to Benadryl before, but this was the first time she had the IV version of it. I'm not sure that we'll be giving her the oral version any time soon.

Mom was able to get Rebekah calmed down fairly quickly this morning. Between the drugs wearing off and Mommy's love and hugs, she settled in, fell asleep in mom's arms and slept until well after 10. We decided to let her sleep as much as possible.

Both girls fell asleep in the van on the way home. We weren't more than about 5 minutes away from the hospital and they were both out and slept the entire way home. So they both got a decent nap. Once home, Rebekah was glad to be free and show Karen her room and wanted to (and was asking to) eat. Sarah was glad to be free on the floor - a luxury she doesn't have at the hospital.

Grandma M stopped by the hospital for a little while this morning and brought some fresh blueberries and raspberries. Rebekah ate quite a few of the blueberries for breakfast and didn't hardly touch her meal tray. Today is Grandma's birthday, so we were able to wish her a happy birthday in person.

We hope you all enjoy the Fourth of July holiday and have a great weekend. We will enjoy the time at home.