For those of you new to this blog, I will apologize in advance for the randomness of this post.
For those of you old to this blog, I will apologize in advance for the randomness of this post.
But sometimes, it’s just what has to happen to get all the random things across.
Sorry folks.
Henry, Lucy, Jill. Why? Because it’s my blog and I can.
#1) Pseudo update on Jill: We *finally* got her lab results back. BUT, apparently the lab forgot to run one of the tests, so we have to get that done. BUT, she’s been taking supplements, which will affect her lab results. SO, we have to quit giving them to her, wait a week, and go back. Ugh. The results we did get back…all came back normal. In most cases, that would be great news…in this case, I’m bumming. Because unless this rogue test comes back wonky, it looks like it may not be a metabolic issue after all. And that’s a huge bummer. Because that would have at least been a relatively easy “fix”. Have I mentioned that I hate roller coasters?
#2) I updated the Our Story page with links and photos in case anyone cares. Which, you might not. And that’s cool. Just sayin.
#3) I’ve been getting lots of emails lately from people asking to guest blog. I am humbled. By their stories. By their faith. By the sheer fact that they are sharing with little old ME.
I’m actually “booked” up through Mid-July, so I’m holding off on scheduling more guest bloggers…I just don’t want to get too ahead of myself. BUT, I *hate* saying no.
Hold on. I’ll get back to you.
Hate it. Hate it. Hate it.
Since the inception of this site, I’ve come to have a new appreciation for Stories. We all have a Story. It might involve kids. Special needs. Being a MOM. Being human. And I have come to firmly believe that everyone’s Story is unique. That every Story deserves to be told. Sharing our Stories is healing. For ourselves to put out there, for others to read and relate to, to raise awareness, to encourage, to be a community for eachother.
(wow, that was all love and flowers of me, huh? Kumbaya anyone?)
As I thought about this…the fact that I have to choose guest bloggers…which inherently means I at some point will have to say no to someone…well, that kinda bugged me. Because it made me feel like I was insinuating that someone’s story wasn’t “good enough”.
And that’s kinda gross.
So, as an experiment, and if you are interested, I set up a BlogFrog community. It’s off to the right…see?…it’s an orange box…
I started a topic…a place where anyone and everyone can respond.
Tell their story.
Start a new topic if you like.
Encourage eachother.
I would *love* to read your story.
If it sits empty, I’ll take it down.
It was just a thought.
But there you go.
Told you this post would be random.
Did you know that as of 5 a.m. PST we have raised $266 for the National Down Syndrome Society????
EEK!
You guys ROCK!
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Very true Jeannett. We do all have our stories and they’re all beautiful. Your blog is prospering. Glory be to God.
.-= Jenny´s last blog ..maybe one day?? =-.
I don’t really know what to start with.
I found your site in a very round-about-internet sort of way, and could not trace my steps back if you payed me to.
I’m inspired. My English professor told me I’m a writer. I told her I don’t have a story in me, I can’t be a writer. But then I spent a good hour on your site in the middle of the day… it turns out I do have a story in my heart. The story of my family. So thank you, from the bottom of my heart. You inspired me.
.-= Mari´s last blog ..To Tell the Truth…. =-.
Just have to say sorry about the test results…I understand the “need” for an easy fix….and all to well, the roller-coaster ride that is special needs parenting. My prayer for you today is that you will have THE peace that only God can offer when playing the waiting game.
.-= Carol´s last blog ..My Name is Carol… =-.
What is that I see…a tiny double chin on Jilly? (Of course Lucy would be holding food)!! Adorable pic of all three.
Peg :)
Oh Friend! This is beautiful! I feel like I have you sitting in my living room talking to me…a very comforting thought. Keep up the wonderful work!
Darci
So sorry Jilly’s tests are clear. What a roller coaster! God will be faithful in the tough “in- between” times. Thinking and praying for you.. loved to see the girls on Sunday. Our hugs- and blog stalkers! b&t