He Takes My Heart With Him

Holding Jack

Just before noon, Jack's nurse came in and told us that the orders had come through for us to be able to pick up Jack. It was all I could do not to rush to the crib and wake Jack up immediately so I could pull him to me. I only ended up having to wait about another half an hour before Jack began to awaken. His big blue eyes opened and he blinked up at me. I watched him recognize me and he smiled, sleepily, and then reached for me.

Carefully, I put my hands on his sides and gently lifted him up and into my arms. I pulled his warm little body against me and breathed in his scent. I ran my fingers up and down his soft shoulder and wondered how twenty four hours could seem like an eternity. Holding my son in my arms, I nestled into the rocking chair and closed my eyes. Now, I could rest.