Just why
Monday, July 23, 2007
My baby. Why is this happening? The pain has stopped - but what if... what if it doesn't? My pregnancy was normal up until now - why? Why now? Why to us? Spike had such a rough start - why does this baby... Just why? Can anyone answer me that? This baby represents a whole new, beautiful world for Zach and me and Spike - please don't take our world away...
Kendall..The medication you are being given should stop the contractions. You have to wait to see what happens. The baby is a fighter. Zach is there for you and with his help you will get through this and the baby will be okay.
Posted by: Barb NY | July 23, 2007 at 08:00 PM
Kendall,
As to why bad things happen to good people...I'm not sure there even is an answer for that.
What I do know is that you and Zach are in this together...he is your rock and you are his anchor. As you both reconnected and were there for each other...the light returned to both your and Zach's eyes. Spike is going to have a little brother and as Zach put it "he's a fighter, just like his mom and his big brother". Keep the faith!
Posted by: CindyK | July 23, 2007 at 08:06 PM
Kendall,
As Zach told you today all your son needs is your love for a long and wonderful life. The two of you have that in spades, so hang in there. Plus I want to see you and Zach with your baby boy and all those "firsts" Zach mentioned...first breath, first cry, as you hold your him. Until then, keep holding on to Zach.
Posted by: MrsK | July 23, 2007 at 08:12 PM
Kendall,
Zach is a very wise soul...I love how he talks to Baby Slater about what an incredible and beautiful mother you are...and that he couldn't blame your son if he wanted to be in your arms because "it's the most wonderful place in the world".
Hopefully Baby Slater heard his dad tell him to hang in there a little longer...and I hope you do the same.
Posted by: HalfPint | July 23, 2007 at 08:19 PM
Kendall, you are not doing your little boy any good by stressing out. I know that Zach does not want your son to have the middle name of Ethan. So how about the Taylor instead. YOU NEED TO RELAX AND DO NOT WORRY ABOUT WHAT WILL NEVER HAPPEN!!!!
Posted by: Kelly | July 23, 2007 at 08:23 PM
Kendall,
I'm not sure any of us mere mortals has the answer as to why, but what I do know is that the love you share with Zach and the reason this baby was conceived is extremely strong and cannot be dismissed.
Zach was extremely agitated when he arrived at the hospital until he was able to look into your eyes and knew you were going to be okay. I also saw the light in your eyes as he held you and kissed you. Rest assured Baby Slater is a fighter just like his mom and dad.
Posted by: Anonymous | July 23, 2007 at 08:30 PM
Kendall, you just have to be strong, and keep the faith. I wish I could answer all your questions, but I can't. I'm not sure anyone can. Just do what Zach told you to...just hold on to him, and remind him to hold on to you. You told him once before that you will take care of each other, remember that now, and hold on to each other. I have faith that your baby will be alright, even if he does have a rough start. You have to believe that your baby will be alright, he has both Slater and Kane genes, and those are good, strong, fighting genes. You, Zach, Spike and your new baby will get through whatever you have to face.....together, and just come out stronger because of it.
Posted by: Annie | July 23, 2007 at 08:40 PM
I know it's human to ask 'why', but can I tell, as an old woman, nobody knows the answer to that question and to dwell on it will only drive you crazy. I know it's tough right now...waiting is always the worst part. It will get better though.Hold on to Zach.Hold on to your love.
...and know that we all love you and BabyBoySlater
Posted by: Becky,Brandon | July 23, 2007 at 09:04 PM
Kendall,
Perhaps the question we all need to ask isn't "why" (at least for now), but "how". "How" we react to life's curveballs sometimes is just as important.
You both knocked it out of the ballpark today as Zach told you that Baby Slater will be there in your arms whenever he's ready and "until then you better hold on to me". As Dr. Joe also reminded us, miracles happen every day.
Posted by: Brainerd | July 23, 2007 at 09:42 PM
Kendall,
Just stay calm and strong. That's the best thing for your baby now and what he and Zach need the most from you. I have absolute faith that Team Slater, you, Zach, Spike and Little Baby Slater, will be fine. But you need to hang in there and take care of yourself.
Posted by: Tigereye | July 23, 2007 at 10:10 PM
Kendall, my heart is breaking for you and Zach. Just hold on to Zach; everything will be ok. It has to be. So many of your friends are in love with Zaby Slater already and nothing can happen to him. It just can't.
Posted by: tkpoetry | July 23, 2007 at 10:50 PM
Kendall, your beautiful world will not be taken away. Your little boy will survive. He has to. He's Zach and your's boy. You are survivors and he will too.
Anyway, Kendall, you can't do anything normal and easy. Like Zach said, it would be boring.
Speaking of Zach, he is so great. He's right, you're little boy wants to be where the action is.
Everything is going to be alright. Keep the Faith!!!!
Posted by: Anne | July 24, 2007 at 03:34 AM
How I want you to give birth to a healthy baby boy! I've become very attached to the little goalie, and I want Team Slater to get a little bit bigger. Listen to Zach, who is the most awesome husband, knowing just how to calm you down and make you smile at the same time. Now get off the laptop, get some rest, and trust that Zach won't let anything happen to Baby Boy Slater. He's always come through for you in the past, and now won't be any different.
Posted by: Jules | July 24, 2007 at 05:30 AM
Kendall,
I have faith that your baby will be okay and you must too. You have always been strong, it's in your genes. Strength is definitely in this baby's genes too! Everything will be perfect for your wonderful family, it just has to be. I am keeping you in my prayers and sending all my love to your family. <3 Maria Laura <3
Posted by: Maria Laura | July 24, 2007 at 07:41 PM