tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2952491439420549812.post5777485973719423978..comments2023-11-11T02:03:59.246-06:00Comments on Logan's Sisters: A Little Closer to NormalUnknownnoreply@blogger.comBlogger9125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2952491439420549812.post-45634101755208029612008-07-29T16:02:00.000-05:002008-07-29T16:02:00.000-05:00Hey Jodi, I feel the same way. I think some peopl...Hey Jodi, I feel the same way. I think some people look at me like I'm crazy because Will and Lindy look healthy. BUT, we just asked our pediatrician this past week about the handwashing and she still said we need to because Lindy is still needing some oxygen at night. So I am the same way. I don't let everyone hold them and I still make everyone wash their hands. And people will just have to deal with it because that is what is best for my two kiddos. <BR/><BR/>Jamie<BR/><BR/>P.S. Thanks for the tip about the maalox. It's been a lifesaver!Jamiehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10494075543289865004noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2952491439420549812.post-49454348667399485192008-07-28T08:55:00.000-05:002008-07-28T08:55:00.000-05:00Hi Jody,You don't know me but I love reading your ...Hi Jody,<BR/>You don't know me but I love reading your blog and I fell like I know you guys, Olivia is an Angel and she's so lucky to have such great parents.<BR/><BR/>You do what is best for your family and do not apologize for the way you care for Olivia, she will do great things and all starts with the care you and your husband provides for her.<BR/><BR/>God Bless and remember,<BR/>God is awesome:)Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2952491439420549812.post-60927790885796691812008-07-27T00:33:00.000-05:002008-07-27T00:33:00.000-05:00Thanks Heather, Holli, Amanda and Stacie. Thanks ...Thanks Heather, Holli, Amanda and Stacie. Thanks Jill for the email. Your comments mean a lot.Jodihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07842826353121606585noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2952491439420549812.post-59622079347877238172008-07-26T23:28:00.000-05:002008-07-26T23:28:00.000-05:00Dear Jodi,Thank you for writing this post. I know ...Dear Jodi,<BR/><BR/>Thank you for writing this post. I know it was therapeutic for you to write it - but it was also good for those of us who read the blog and pray for your family.<BR/><BR/>Most of us who read your blog have never exprienced the loss of a child nor have we had to experience the agony and stress of watching our child lay in the hospital for more than 100 days.<BR/><BR/>While many people offer kind advice, those who offer criticism should keep their opinions to themselves. There is no need for you and Ryan to feel like you have to defend your actions to anyone. <BR/><BR/>I know with all of my heart that you and Ryan would NEVER do anything to harm your child. Nor would you ever intentionally not provide the necessary care for her. <BR/><BR/>We have been best friends for almost 20 years and I know that you were meant to be a mother. You were meant to feel the love of a child and you were meant to be called Mom. <BR/><BR/>Don't allow criticism or such to even enter your mind. You and Ryan are wonderful parents and Olivia is blessed to be your child. God chose you and Ryan to be Logan and Olivia's parents. I know how much both you and Ryan miss Logan. But, I know he see's what you are doing with his sister - and he is so proud. <BR/><BR/>I pray that you will feel peace and not anxiety - comfort and not stress. When things seem tough or you feel like people are being too judgmental - hold Olivia and you'll be instantly reminded of why you do what you do. <BR/><BR/>She is your everything ... and you do this for her. Just take one step at a time - there is no rush -there is no need for Olivia to be compared to another baby. She is an amazing little girl who is loved very much by so many people. And she has been proving how amazing she is since the day she was born.<BR/><BR/>I continue to pray for you all. <BR/>Call me if you need to talk!<BR/>Love you!<BR/>StacieStaciehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18370149805673695642noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2952491439420549812.post-73064976963678785132008-07-26T16:18:00.000-05:002008-07-26T16:18:00.000-05:00The blog that "led me to you" :) Carter and Addiso...The blog that "led me to you" :) Carter and Addisons mom was just like you... and at the beginning she didnt take the kids out of the house.. and then slowly she got out.. and then she told everyone the same as you are doing... and she would "wet ones" down the tables at restaurants... and never let them touch a toy after they dropped it...BUT.. the happy part of this story is that it all paid off! They are now 18 months old, and are in the nurshery at church, adn do all the "normal" stuff! And yeah, at the beginning.. people would think they were "over doing it", but their healthy... and her as the mom thats what she knew she had to do! You are doing a great job! You and your hubby are the ones to make Olivias decisions for her :) and you are doing an incredible job! Dont doubt yourself... Im sorry for whatever got you to this point this week...and Im praying for Olivias eye surgery!Amandahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04583759884012538082noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2952491439420549812.post-14577211763974754922008-07-26T16:13:00.000-05:002008-07-26T16:13:00.000-05:00I've said it many times before and I'll say it aga...I've said it many times before and I'll say it again...if only all of our NICU parents were as great as you two! Being robbed of your normal motherhood experiences also gives you a different perspective on the little things you DO treasure. For instance, taking home a 23 weeker and not having her be sick even one time in her first year! It truly is a testament to the job you two have done. Keep up the great work.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2952491439420549812.post-79531244957984821382008-07-26T15:25:00.000-05:002008-07-26T15:25:00.000-05:00I was hoping nobody would notice. :)I was hoping nobody would notice. :)Jodihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07842826353121606585noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2952491439420549812.post-46994197225573841992008-07-26T15:14:00.000-05:002008-07-26T15:14:00.000-05:00Thanks Cristi.Thanks Cristi.Jodihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07842826353121606585noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2952491439420549812.post-84737049345451892772008-07-26T15:09:00.000-05:002008-07-26T15:09:00.000-05:00You are being the best mom for your sweet daughter...You are being the best mom for your sweet daughter. You never have to apologize for that. We are experiencing this too but always remember that the things you do for your daughter are for her good, so if it is good for her then what others think really is in the background. Good job mom.Cristihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01647122589124772120noreply@blogger.com