Guest guest Posted October 31, 2001 Report Share Posted October 31, 2001 Pat, I'm sorry that I brought you down. I didn't intend to. I truly think it's wonderful that 's arthritis is so well-controlled. I'm sorry I took my pain and frustration out on you and . Please forgive me. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted November 1, 2001 Report Share Posted November 1, 2001 Lynda, I'm sorry, I sure didn't mean it that way. I need to know these things so I don't start taking things for granted like I used to. Please, don't feel bad for me, things are slowly getting better and I will just take it until something changes. Thanks for your info. And I hope you feel better! Pat & (1 year Systemic) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted March 24, 2002 Report Share Posted March 24, 2002 Dear Nettie - Your response hit a chord with me; I know just what you're saying about falling in love with the little girl who never cried, or demanded anything. I feel sometimes like I'm so busy with the other more vocal, demanding kids that I have and Olivia will be laying there, looking at her hands, all by herself. When I finally get a chance to get over to her and change a diaper or whatever, she is so happy, and smiling, seems thrilled with just 5 minutes of attention from me. She is a joy to me - I hope I am to her! - and makes me realize, God DID give me the right baby, and no one should feel sorry for me, because I am not sorry to have her. The question of whether I knew she was a Down's baby before I had her, is usually asked by women, maybe because we know about all these tests, and it is naturally something to ponder - what would you do if you knew? I definitely do not want to start a raging debate on this subject, except I'll say that I am pro-choice, but it was not a choice for me. I am glad I knew beforehand, as hard as it was, because right away she had complications, and leaving the hospital without my baby was difficult. Otherwise, I guess it wouldn't have mattered. As much as I love Olivia, I obviously didn't pick her chromosomes, so I didn't make a choice to have a special needs baby. When this subject came up a few weeks ago, I was in awe about how many parents did choose to raise a specialneeds child, by adopting. I have such admiration for that. Thanks, Nettie for sharing your story - this is mine! Do you have other children? Patty , , and Olivia's mom Date: Sun, 24 Mar 2002 10:44:27 EST From: Nettie619@... Subject: (no subject) Patty In response no I did not know she had ds and cataracts it was quite a surprise for my husband and I , and I tell ya everyone around me was telling me to leave her and have her adopted well I could not I was scared and empty inside from this surprise But knew I could do it even if I had too on my own. And I had to do it she was mine and my hubbys how could you walk away from something you made? I couldnt she was so tiny and sweet never cried and just looked up at wall waiting for someone to come and hold her , took me a couple days to bond drs told me I needed to stay home or she would probably not make it, so I did! Boy was this an adventure I got to know that little baby who never demanded anything from me not even a bottle and clean diaper just a few minutes of time. And as each day went by my heart went to that little girl she became my heart . And still 9 yrs later she still has it, it has not been an easy ride by far but a well worth it ride watching her learn and love everyone around her and her only downfall being too trusty and loving people she doesnt even know how much she gives us who are around her. She has won the hearts to everyone around her even strangers . I laugh when I see her making someone else smile ... And I should explain why my daughter is here ,,,?? I dont think so !! To me why dont they explain what good they have done here! And then they can judge her and me ... she has helped more people than i could ever reach in a lifetime.. I used to feel I owed people an explanation of why she was here but now I feel she will do it herself to those who's minds are open enough to see and hear it! and for those who dont well maybe they will go home and pick up a book about ds and learn why she has it! Besides she has just as much right to be here , maybe even more than we do to be here! She sure has earned her way here and in heaven Im sure.. .. So this is my story and i wanted to share hoping it would help maybe a few understand why I feel no explanation is due . and yes to those who ask about ds I will explain but I will not tolerate ignorant looks or talk from anyone . She and I deserve respect and if they cannot give it then are they anyone I really want to know? Probably not!! So thats my story and Im stickin to it!! LOL .. I have loved being a part of this group and learning from all of you. . And hope you are all well and happy!!! Nettie619 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted November 12, 2002 Report Share Posted November 12, 2002 > , your post here intrigued me....Is the 24-year-old STILL on the gfcf diet?? Wondering if he maintains it, or was he able to leave it behind, and when??? Thanks. (who usually lurks). " My husbands cousin who is the same age as him has a 24 year old son with autism, our son is 4. She was given books like the one quoted from below. Fortunately after only a few councelling sessions of trying to figure out why she was such a bad mother. She threw away the books and relied on her own instincts and put him on a GFCF diet, implemented ABA and put him in an integrated school. Twenty years later he has graduated from college and is a valued employee, is happy and has a great sence of humor (last halloween he went out as Data from Star Trek.). There is hope, " .. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted November 12, 2002 Report Share Posted November 12, 2002 Hi , He still maintains it on his own, but not as strictly. He knows what makes him feel off and what he shouldn't have too much of. Re: [ > > > , > your post here intrigued me....Is the 24-year-old STILL on the gfcf diet?? > Wondering if he maintains it, or was he able to leave it behind, and when??? > Thanks. > (who usually lurks). > > " My husbands cousin who is the same age as him has a 24 year old son with > autism, our son is 4. She was given books like the one quoted from below. > Fortunately after only a few councelling sessions of trying to figure out > why she was such a bad mother. She threw away the books and relied on her > own instincts and put him on a GFCF diet, implemented ABA and put him in an > integrated school. Twenty years later he has graduated from college and is a > valued employee, is happy and has a great sence of humor (last halloween he > went out as Data from Star Trek.). > There is hope, > " > . > > > > > > > > Responsibility for the content of this message lies strictly with > the original author, and is not necessarily endorsed by or the > opinion of the Research Institute. > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted April 14, 2006 Report Share Posted April 14, 2006 Bush meets with the Queen of England. He asks her, "Your Majesty, how do you run such an efficient Government? Are there any tips you can give to me?""Well," says the Queen, "the most important thing is to surround yourself with intelligent people." Bush frowns. "But how do I know the people around me are really intelligent?"The Queen takes a sip of tea. "Oh, that's easy. You just ask them to answer an intelligent riddle." The Queen pushes a button on her intercom. "Please send Tony Blair in here, would you?"Tony Blair walks into the room. "Yes, my Queen?"The Queen smiles "Answer me this, please, Tony. Your mother and father have a child. It is not your brother and it is not your sister. Who is it?"Without pausing for a moment, Tony Blair answers, "Well, your Majesty, that would be me.""Yes! Very good," says the Queen.Bush goes back home to ask Dick Cheney, his vice president, the same question. "Dick, answer this for me. Your mother and your father have a child. It's not your brother and it's not your sister. Who is it?"" I'm not sure," says Cheney, "let me get back to you on that one."Cheney goes to his advisors and asks every one, but none can give him an answer. Finally, he ends up in the men's room and recognizes Colin 's shoes in the next stall. Cheney shouts, "Colin! Can you answer this for me? Your mother and father have a child and it's not your brother or your sister. Who is it?"Colin yells back, "That's easy. It's me!"Cheney smiles, and says, "Thanks!" Then, Cheney goes back to speak with Bush. "Say, I did some research and I have the answer to that riddle. It's Colin ."Bush gets up, stomps over to Cheney and angrily yells into his face, "No, you idiot! It's Tony Blair!"MAY GOD BE WITH US THE REMAINING YEARS OF THIS ADMINISTRATION! New Messenger with Voice. Call regular phones from your PC and save big. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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