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A million miles to Mia: Disappointing News
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Thursday, July 20, 2006. For those of you who don't know me, I suppose I should give you a brief summary of the events of the past 2 years of my life so that you'll understand this post. Don't read any further if you're squeamish. Then on top of all that, I extubated. Luckily, my doc was close by and was able to give me a shot to paralyze me, crank my jaw open off the tube, and re-intubate me in time. In spite of all that bad luck. I survived. Obviously. :). I had a home nurse who, in the beginning, came...
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A million miles to Mia: The Most Amazing Baby Shower Ever
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Sunday, May 15, 2011. The Most Amazing Baby Shower Ever. The attention to detail that was put into every little part of this was just over the top. That's my nursery fabric tied around the chopsticks. See what I mean? My mom made this hot pink and lime green dragon. It's so fabulously awesome. I was speechless. The hostess with the mostest. My tiny BFF, Dominique. We've been friends since the 7th grade. And yes. I towered over her then, too. LOL! We got a late start (surprising, right? My friend's daught...
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A million miles to Mia: Time For Reflection
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Friday, September 08, 2006. Exactly 2 years ago today, I started my life over. Everything had changed for me. My perspective had been completely altered. I came to realize what's important and what's not. On this day 2 years ago, I began to heal. It's been an ongoing process ever since. September 8, 2004 the doctors removed me from the ventilator that had breathed for my body for 12 days. It took a long time. Even though I was busy. Because WE refused to give up, I am still here. I'll never forget. I com...
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A million miles to Mia: Plan B Becomes Plan A
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Monday, October 09, 2006. Plan B Becomes Plan A. Recently my nephew, Tanner, asked me why I didn't just want to "have a baby in my belly". Although it may be a bit complicated, there is an answer to that question. I realized that I needed to get these reasons out of my head and onto paper somewhere because I want to share them with Mia someday. That's not the plan. I won't even be trying to get pregnant for maybe another year. I wouldn't even need Plan B for awhile yet. What WAS my purpose? When others j...
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A million miles to Mia: It Was Meant To Be
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Thursday, October 14, 2010. It Was Meant To Be. A couple months ago, I realized I had almost 3 weeks of vacation time I had to burn up by the end of the year or I'd lose it. Seems that trip to China I was saving it for is a little further off than I'd estimated. Insert eye roll.). I decided to get away for awhile. My first thought was to spend some time at the ocean. So I googled "beach house rental" and look what popped up on the very first page of the very first site I clicked on. This PINK beach house!
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A million miles to Mia: My New Perspective: Recognize The Worth
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Saturday, September 09, 2006. My New Perspective: Recognize The Worth. Commented in my last post asking if I'd elaborate on how my perspective has changed after my near-death experience. That sounds so dramatic, doesn't it? Near-death experience. but I guess that's what it was. I chatted him up about it in a private e-mail. He mentioned that this would be good blog fodder so I'll put it out there for ya. This is exactly as I wrote it to Johnny. Do you get it? 4 I try to live in the moment. And enjoy ...
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A million miles to Mia: Our Itinerary
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Tuesday, May 17, 2011. Weds May 18th - 6am flight to Dulles then on to Beijing at 12pm. My sister and I arrive in Beijing at 2:40pm on Thursday. Fri, Sat and Sun we tour there. We're the only family in our travel group who chose to pre-trip. Which may actually turn out to be okay. We'll have more flexibility about what we want to do and see. Mon May 23rd - fly to Guangzhou awaiting the arrival of my adoption agency's main travel group who arrive at 6:30am on Tuesday the 24th. Safe travels. Wishing yo...
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A million miles to Mia: Almost Right...
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Wednesday, May 11, 2011. On the day of my referral call. When I found out Mia's birthday, I mentioned the significance of my trip to Florida. It was my babymoon. The very last vacation I would ever take as a single carefree woman with nothing but freedom to do as she pleased. It was wonderful! I was in Florida from Sept 29 through October 2nd, 2010. Mia was born October 9th, 2010. The week before.and that's why I felt her coming. Maybe. Who knows. Your momma instincts are spot on! You and Mia have had th...
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A million miles to Mia: The Man Of My Dreams
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Wednesday, August 16, 2006. The Man Of My Dreams. He's short and squat with long blonde hair. Not exactly what I pictured myself with. I normally go for the tall, dark and handsome type. He's very mellow and laid back. Completely loyal to me. Follows me everywhere. And would fight to the death to defend my honor. He spoons me at night when we sleep. He loves me unconditionally and shows his affection by constantly licking me. Geez what's the matter with you? As we're walking by the pet store on the way t...
