Goodbye Sweet Marli

Tonight our darling Marli left to return home. Her four weeks flew by so fast. I can't even begin to describe how much she blessed us. She did so much for our family. She went above and beyond... even begin covering some of Julia's night feeds (rotating with George) so I could rest all night. I know. I am spoiled. More importantly, I am rested. Marli's presence and help allowed me to begin to heal physically and emotionally from Julia's traumatic arrival. When she arrived, Julia was a scrawny preemie - now she is almost seven pounds and becoming a chubster. It was sad to see Marli go. I know Eli will miss her so much. Marli not only made an impact on our family, but also on the other families in Moshi she met. She eagerly took Eli to play group on Tuesdays and seamlessly fit in with the other moms. They really adored her. She ended up getting to know my good friend (and neighbor) well and spent a lot of time with her, either at her house or swimming with the boys. Marli will be dearly missed. She was a bright light in our house and we love her.