Talking with Lucas (August 22)
We’re spending as much time as we can hanging out with Lucas – holding his hand, rubbing his back, and telling him about the world beyond the hospital walls. Yesterday Burke’s parents and sister talked with him about the beautiful northwest, about his cousins in Seattle, and about the shell-covered beaches of the Puget Sound. Lucas’s aunt Ashley made him a bright banner with his name, butterflies, and flowers to hang from his incubator, and his grandmother (nona) MaryJo brought him a tiny cow and dog to keep him company.
We got to sit with him in the quiet NICU late last night. We told him about the bright sun behind the dark storm clouds that passed over DC yesterday afternoon, about all the love people are sending him in the form of lentil soup, curries, enchiladas, and vegan mac and cheese. Krista promised to go low on the spice so that when he’s ready to drink the breast milk she’s pumping it won’t be too spicy (although Burke is working on convincing Lucas that a little hot sauce is good for babies.)
This morning Lucas got to flip over on his stomach for a bit, to get more skin exposure to the tanning lights (for jaundice) and to see the world from a new perspective. His eyes were open, so he got to look at us as we told him how happy we are he is with us in this world.
Comments (12)
Aimee Adam & Isla
August 23rd, 2009 at 11:33 am
We are sending our good thoughts out into the world for you. Be strong sweet Lucas. We love you. xoxo Adam, Aimee & Isla
Jesse & Alessandra
August 23rd, 2009 at 10:20 am
Krista, Burke and Lucas,
The strength of all three of you is so beautiful and inspiring. Lucas you little comandante what a true revolutionary you are! Stay strong little one and know that there is a massive amount of love for you in the world.
We are thinking of you and send you all the love and patience in this time.
much much love,
Jesse and Alessandra
Tracy
August 23rd, 2009 at 1:18 am
Thanks so much for this blog. I’m in Portland visiting my aunt and am sad I haven’t been able to see you two and meet Lucas. This blog and your spirit and approach to this is so wonderful. Send my Lucas my love too. Hope you got the food I sent via Mackenzie before leaving.
I’ll be back Monday night. Can you let us know when are times we can come by the hospital to visit?
MEgan
August 23rd, 2009 at 12:47 am
Would you tell Lucus he needs to grow a little more for his fairy duck wings to fit him, but they are safe with me for now.
Thank you for this webpage
Bess Stead
August 22nd, 2009 at 11:15 pm
Krista, Burke & precious Lucas,
I am holding you all close to my heart, sending you pure Colorado sunshine love. Stay tough.
Love you to the moon,
bess
linda mcnamara
August 22nd, 2009 at 10:38 pm
My what a beautfiul photo. Thinking of you all!
linda
Max and Jess
August 22nd, 2009 at 10:17 pm
Big hugs to you guys, sending tons of love and strength to all three of you.
Rachel and Jori
August 22nd, 2009 at 5:21 pm
It is so wonderful to see pictures of little Lucas Camilo. We are thinking of the three of you often and sending you strength, love, and support.
Much love,
Rachel and Jori
Tanya Snyder
August 22nd, 2009 at 5:07 pm
I’m holding you all in my thoughts. Thanks for the updates. I can’t imagine how scary this all is. Soon he’ll be home with you and growing strong and healthy and we’ll all get to meet him.
Abrazotes,
Tanya
Donna Clark
August 22nd, 2009 at 4:47 pm
Hi Krista and Burke,
Thanks for keeping us posted! I love seeing the pictures of youand Lucas… Hope you will have a clear diagnosis soon and then can make more specific plans. I know he is getting great care and you are doing the right things by talking to him and touching him as much as he can handle. Your loving presents makes a big difference. Sending you hugs and kisses and prayers for a good outcome.
Glad all the parents can be there for support too.
Love, Donna
ilana jean
August 22nd, 2009 at 4:13 pm
krista and burke–you are such strong, beautiful, loving people, and as people have said here– (it is true and can’t be stated enough): fighters that inspire us all.
i am keeping you and Lucas in my thoughts. give lucas a big fist bump from me and tell him we are all always here for him.
Amanda and Cort
August 22nd, 2009 at 1:24 pm
Dear Krista, Burke, and Lucas,
We are thinking of the three of you. Lucas is such a beautiful person and how wonderful your family is in town to support you. Be strong. Thank you for the updates.
Cort, Amanda, and family
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