After four weeks on this Earth, most of it spent at Children's Hospital of Orange County doing battle with high-frequency oscillator-ventilators and spinal taps and MRI machines and even diaper rash, the bravest baby in the world has finally come home. To Long Beach. To the Gaslin house, to his room, to his family.
Zev is home.
The little boy who had us so scared one month ago is now sleeping in his own crib, breathing a tiny trickle of oxygen (the last of what were, at one point, forty-some-odd tubes) until his lungs rebound more. But, as you can tell, he's listened to you. He's heard everyone who's asked about, and talked about, and thought about him through these tough weeks. And you can see it in those eyes, can't you? Zev saying, Thank you, everyone. I wouldn't be here without you.
Now, have a look.
to quote a previous and overwhelmingly apt entry: WOOOOOOOOO-HOOOOOOOO!!! the grand high supreme rockstar zev has finally made his much-anticipated long beach appearance, and the masses are rejoicing. WELCOME HOME, ZEV O GREAT AND ALMOST RIDICULOUSLY BRAVE BABY! we can't wait to come and say hi!
glenn and mayrav, why are we not at all surprised he's such a brave kid? he's got brave, fabulous parents. congratulations, guys, we love you.
Posted by: heather and jeff | July 24, 2005 at 05:31 PM
Hey Zev,
We are so proud of you. You have so much strength for such a little guy. We love you and we can't wait to see and hold you. You have the greatest parents ever. With your good looks and intellect you are a star. You already have your own website. How cool is that!!! You have already lived up to your name. Hugs, kisses and tickles.
Love from your grandparents in NY
Posted by: Grandpa Glenn & Granny Marion | July 20, 2005 at 06:56 PM
Zev has returned. The kingdom is safe once again! And he's quite cute, too.
Posted by: Nick and Joyzelle | July 19, 2005 at 08:30 PM
Zev has returned. The kingdom is safe once again! And he's quite cute, too.
Posted by: Nick and Joyzelle | July 19, 2005 at 08:30 PM
Hi Everyone,
Christopher said that he saw Zev for the first time this weekend. Eight pounds already! I always told Christopher that he would never know how much I loved him until he had a child. Now you know how much your parents love you.
Love
Carol
Posted by: Carol Whiteman | July 19, 2005 at 08:44 AM
So glad to see you home baby Zev! We will be seeing you in September. Til then, keep those parents in line!
Lots of hugs and love,
Auntie Lee and Uncle Mikey
Posted by: Michael and Lia | July 18, 2005 at 06:18 PM
Hay May and Glenn, till now I spoke with Sigalit and blessed you. Now it's about time to bless you all, after the bad time is behind you. You have a beautiful son, a good kid and he looks clever too. more few days and Zev will be totally healhy, God bless him. I enjoy to see the pictures, this is an excelent idea, and I'll keep looking them, it gives me the feeling that you are near by. Be strong. kiss you all. zipi.
Posted by: Zipi Ryder | July 17, 2005 at 08:35 AM
Looks like you had a fun time taking that first bath, Zev! I love my grandson! Can't wait to see you and Mommy and Daddy soon, Zev!! I love you!!
Posted by: Grandmommy Susan | July 16, 2005 at 06:03 PM
Zev, you are looking GOOD my dear. Cannot wait to come hang out with you + your parents! xoxoxoxo
Posted by: Lisa Bee | July 15, 2005 at 05:12 PM
What a doll. So happy Zev's home and healthy. You guys all look wonderful. Enjoy being a family. Diane
Posted by: Diane Lynch | July 15, 2005 at 03:38 PM
Welcome home!!
Sketch must be so jealous..
Zev, I'm coming home this weekend to hold you!
Love you!
Danielle
Posted by: Auntie Dani | July 15, 2005 at 02:49 PM
Woohoooo! Welcome home, Zev. What a happy day.
Congrats, guys.
Love,
Deb, Zach and Jackson
Posted by: Finkens | July 15, 2005 at 08:52 AM
Hi Zev,
I'm so HAPPY you're at home :)
now the real life begins (2 monkeys, 1 dog, a gold fish..and two Loving parents).
I hope to meet you soon!
With love,
Vered R
Posted by: Vered Ryder | July 15, 2005 at 04:24 AM
Hey Zev! Welcome home, buddy. Good to see you nestled among all the animals (enough about Glenn). Look forward to more updates on your future adventures in the LBC.
Posted by: Kurt and Traci | July 14, 2005 at 10:44 PM
Hi Everyone,
Just had to check on my baby Zev. I am so thrilled that you are home with your Mom and Dad to spoil you rotten - well maybe just love you tons. What great news.
Love you all,
Carol & Marv
Posted by: Carol Whiteman | July 14, 2005 at 09:25 PM
What a grandson you are! You're the cutest baby in the world, Zev! I can't wait to hold you in my arms! These photographs are adorable, and it is so fantastic to see mom and dad walking you in your stroller!! I love you!
Posted by: Grandmommy Susan | July 14, 2005 at 04:57 PM
YAHOOOOOO!!!! What a wonderful, colorful world you get to go home to--GREAT GREAT GREAT that Zevcito is home!!!!
Posted by: amy | July 14, 2005 at 10:46 AM
it is comforting to know that Monkey has already accepted Zev into the family.
wonderful news, guys. can't wait to meet the little guy.
Posted by: rick | July 14, 2005 at 08:56 AM