The Journey

So, today, I am going to have a baby.  I know this little girl already though I was certain she would be a boy. She is constantly moving even now.  I finally get to see what she looks like. I wonder what color her hair will be.  I wonder what kind of mommy I will be... I slept off and on for most of the day.  The slow drip of the IV, the cool temperature in the room, and the lights perfectly dimmed made napping a pleasant experience. Until the epidural stopped working, that is.  The pain had gotten so severe, I began trembling uncontrollably.  There were audible people noises, but I could not concentrate. Then my Mother's beautiful face came into focus. My sisters appeared with my wide-eyed niece and nephew. The curious, yet serious young faces were a sight to behold! Bless them. Their Christmas morning excitement had been undercut by my 6:00 a.m. telephone call.  The evening was turning to nighttime as the whole dramatic scene began to unfold....