A letter to my GC

Dearest GC,

There will never be a way for me to tell you how thankful I am for you in a way that you could completely understand (especially trying now, in my sleep deficient state). For most of the process, I was cynical, distant and trying at all costs to protect my broken spirit from being broken even more.
As much as I fought it, I eventually needed to rely on your calm, patient and faithful demeanor. You just knew things would work out and if you were ever worried, you never showed it.
That long stretch of time where we had to wait between visiting the specialist and getting the fetal MRI brought the most fear I've ever felt. You were so reassuring and I believed you, for lack of, literally, being able to do anything else at that point.
And you were right. Everything was fine.

You lovingly nurtured and cared for our son before we could ever be in that mindset. He knew your voice immediately.

I believe we share a mutual understanding of how beautiful and difficult surrogacy is for both mothers. Though it looked much different, there was much sacrifice on both of our parts. I feel and appreciate your sacrifices.

Thank you for giving us this sweet, baby. I can't even pretend to hide how in love with him I am. I didn't even know it was possible.
It was God who brought us together and I am proud that we will be forever connected throughout this life.

Love,
Me