tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8191367444095035928.post609542254591565918..comments2023-10-07T07:56:14.379-04:00Comments on Before The Morning: answers, part 2Patricehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06865294910862077812noreply@blogger.comBlogger25125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8191367444095035928.post-77499576107414171912009-10-20T16:06:34.200-04:002009-10-20T16:06:34.200-04:00Jonah is such a beautiful baby. :)
My sister-in-l...Jonah is such a beautiful baby. :)<br /><br />My sister-in-law did embryo adoption. She was a one of the rare cases in which she had triplets. I hope this doesn't discourage you. It is pretty rare but it is a "risk."Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15255716650010421570noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8191367444095035928.post-57064856094093009992009-10-19T06:20:31.430-04:002009-10-19T06:20:31.430-04:00Hi there I am on the IVF rollercoaster at the mom...Hi there I am on the IVF rollercoaster at the moment. Many RE's are very happy to do single embryo transfer and it seem to be increasing trend. Best of luck when the time comes to make these big decisions. Thank-you for taking the time to keep your blog updated, I really enjoy seeing little Jonah and learning about your journey.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8191367444095035928.post-46284827405118889772009-10-18T04:24:44.622-04:002009-10-18T04:24:44.622-04:00Patrice, How do I go about helping with the aguaph...Patrice, How do I go about helping with the aguaphor and such? Do you prefer I get it here and mail it to you, or do you prefer a Target gift card and you can go get it (and have a good reason to go to your favorite store?) I am open to either way, it really doesn't matter to me, I just want to do what is easiest for you. Please let me know. I am assuming that Target has this? <br /><br />The questions were interesting and reading your responses to them has given me an entirely new view of your every day life with Mr. Jonah. His wonderful personality shows through in all the photos you share--he looks like Mr. Personality. Precious to be sure.<br /><br />Blessing, Mari<br />marilroll@comcast.netCareGiving Daughterhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03326854215102017169noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8191367444095035928.post-26449727882443325572009-10-17T23:57:55.735-04:002009-10-17T23:57:55.735-04:00Are Chux pads the ones they put under you in the h...Are Chux pads the ones they put under you in the hospital bed/like puppy pee pads? If so, I have several extras that came home from the hospital with me. I'd be happy to send them to you. Can you receive packages at your PO box address? <br />Regarding the IVF/embryo adoption, I have a friend about to go through IVF. Her doctor said that often, either all the embryos implant or none of them do...it's like the conditions either are right or they aren't. Obviously it's something to discuss further with a doctor but is something to think about. (I have twins, and it is tough at first but gets easier quickly. It's still more time consuming that having just one, but I hear they start entertaining themselves as they get older.)<br />Thanks for taking the time to answer those questions for us! :)Joaniehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07811549284183272492noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8191367444095035928.post-8298514626671166872009-10-17T21:44:35.498-04:002009-10-17T21:44:35.498-04:00I've been following your blog since Spring 200...I've been following your blog since Spring 2009 and must say your sons are so precious. Thank you for sharing your lives with us and educating us on something I was not even aware of.Anne Claire A.http://nauts1.blogspot.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8191367444095035928.post-72230018960693696702009-10-17T16:42:40.577-04:002009-10-17T16:42:40.577-04:00I especially enjoyed your answer to the question a...I especially enjoyed your answer to the question about what a typical day is like. It definitely gives me an even greater appreciation for all that you do for Jonah. <br /><br />~AmyAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8191367444095035928.post-69100407948912388382009-10-17T11:32:53.402-04:002009-10-17T11:32:53.402-04:00Thank you so much for taking the time to answer so...Thank you so much for taking the time to answer so many questions, many of us may wonder about but haven't asked. Not only does it educate us about EB, but it does also give specific prayer for Jonah and your family. He of course is so sweet, and I LOVE the videos you put out there to share him with us :)Nora Leehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06698835663952990677noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8191367444095035928.post-75023906523052761272009-10-17T09:44:58.180-04:002009-10-17T09:44:58.180-04:00Oh, I love these posts. The little Jonut is such ...Oh, I love these posts. The little Jonut is such a gorgeous wee man!<br /><br />CxxClairehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15681193035888306703noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8191367444095035928.post-43198402016053973352009-10-17T09:12:41.906-04:002009-10-17T09:12:41.906-04:00I have a dear friend that has two wonderful childr...I have a dear friend that has two wonderful children (yes, TWINS!) from embryo adoption! I know she would love to talk to you about it if you want me to get her email for you! When the time comes, of course...I know you're sorta busy right now :) <br />Thanks for the answers...you have an amazing way of writing that makes me laugh and cry all in the same breath! I wish I could actually MEET you, in real life person!Kathrynhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13393971874722033232noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8191367444095035928.post-66630460913468725562009-10-17T08:49:08.630-04:002009-10-17T08:49:08.630-04:00Thanks for educating us. It makes me so sad that p...Thanks for educating us. It makes me so sad that people would think those things about sweet Jonah! I would love to snuggle his sweet Aquaphor face. :)Sabrinahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04731071750335900792noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8191367444095035928.post-52352992016837793792009-10-17T03:34:35.419-04:002009-10-17T03:34:35.419-04:00I read your blog and think about Jonah a lot. Fro...I read your blog and think about Jonah a lot. From reading your day to day activity it sounds like your little boy may be waaaaay overtired which is why he isn't napping well. My little boy slept horribly until we got him on a good napping routine and his personality is so different now! We used Healthy Sleep Habits, Happy Child and it is the best book ever. I try and tell all sleep deprived mommies about it! It was written by a sleep psychologist who studied infants and babies in sleep labs and stuff. Really interesting stuff.Coveyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01618779105607321983noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8191367444095035928.post-31460990103627266022009-10-17T03:23:38.868-04:002009-10-17T03:23:38.868-04:00You already know this, but I have to tell you that...You already know this, but I have to tell you that your little boy is absolutely beautiful.<br />I will be continuing in prayer for him.Jenniferhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15910482781487167063noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8191367444095035928.post-9472775253812669542009-10-17T01:09:25.007-04:002009-10-17T01:09:25.007-04:00Patrice, I have a good friend who did embryo adopt...Patrice, I have a good friend who did embryo adoption and has 3 children who are genetically brothers and sisters but not genetically the mom's or the dad's. Let me know if you want someone to talk to about that or ask questions to. I know that she would be very willing to tell you a little about her journey.Mindyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05750440495455630433noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8191367444095035928.post-12046011155232443262009-10-16T23:59:57.410-04:002009-10-16T23:59:57.410-04:00Just like the Williams Family I have had some comp...Just like the Williams Family I have had some computer problems, although mine's not Dell is is at least 15 yrs old.<br />After reading about your Q&A I feel exhausted. You & Matt along with family are so strong. Jonah is a very BLESSED LITTLE BOY.<br />prayers always,<br />2shoesAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8191367444095035928.post-46415027628777149612009-10-16T23:29:45.493-04:002009-10-16T23:29:45.493-04:00I loved reading this post. I love your perspectiv...I loved reading this post. I love your perspective on parenting Jonah and how you and Matt approach the whole thing. <br />I am sorry people give you looks, that breaks my heart. People need to remember they don't know the whole story so they should keep all thoughts and facial expressions to themselves. It's just more polite. <br />When Ethan was younger we had a hard time picking him up under his arms. Because of his hemophilia he got a few pretty big bruises from that. And when he fell and hit his head and had a huge hemotoma on his forehead, we got lots of looks. I really do admire you and Matt, you both have so much strength and beauty and God glory shines though you both. Thank you for sharing your on-going story with us all.amandahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07594985032696010835noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8191367444095035928.post-32698589115024789052009-10-16T22:14:58.564-04:002009-10-16T22:14:58.564-04:00I enjoyed learning more about how you handle your ...I enjoyed learning more about how you handle your day and about Jonah's EB. As a mom of 2 adopted children (one closed adoption and one open adoption) and survivor of 3 failed IVF attempts, I would love to talk with you about adoption and implanted pregnancy if you ever want to talk to someone who has been through it. No pressure, just know it's available if you want it. You also might want to check out the book "Dear Birthmother, thank you for my baby." (in your spare time lol). It really helped me understand the birthmother's perspective as I was considering adoption. You can email me or you can always reach me through Nicole.<br /><br />Thanks for sharing. Jonah is so cute! <br /><br />Rachelle Prewitt DriesRachellehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04892206253189057780noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8191367444095035928.post-75935571816543047092009-10-16T22:08:54.434-04:002009-10-16T22:08:54.434-04:00I found this post completely fascinating, and I do...I found this post completely fascinating, and I don't think you give yourself enough credit for how much you do for adorable little Jonah. He is so lucky to have you (so patient!) for a mom. I can't imagine a two hour changing/bath everyday, yet you take it in stride. I hope God blesses you for all that you & Matt have been through. I so enjoy your blog. (PS- For the record, I can't imagine twins AND an EB toddler, either. I reckon either one or the other is plenty of work!)Shelly Cunninghamhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13298824261677193477noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8191367444095035928.post-63373604706854562722009-10-16T21:08:51.746-04:002009-10-16T21:08:51.746-04:00You are awesome to take time to educated us and sp...You are awesome to take time to educated us and spread the news about EB! We don't "know" you all but we love Jonah and are praying with you for a miracle!!!Kellihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12397078414781074612noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8191367444095035928.post-35351314641894870642009-10-16T20:47:39.060-04:002009-10-16T20:47:39.060-04:00I'm an adoptive mom of one (with one on the wa...I'm an adoptive mom of one (with one on the way). Please feel free to email me/facebook me if you have any questions. I realize that baby #2 is probably a ways off yet for you.<br /><br />We started our China adoption 2 years ago (and still continue to wait, probably another 2 years). In the meantime, we adopted Noah, a domestic adoption. He was our surprise baby, our miracle! I never wanted to do domestic for the exact reasons you mentioned.<br /><br />God is good and he kept his promise that we'd be parents (just like he kept his promise to Noah in the Bible)!Nancyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14189747146633744181noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8191367444095035928.post-59585284213372715972009-10-16T18:06:41.246-04:002009-10-16T18:06:41.246-04:00Patrice, Thank you for sharing so much of your li...Patrice, Thank you for sharing so much of your life with us. I know you hear this often, but I truly believe that Jonah is one of the most precious babies that has been born.that says a lot since I had 2 of my own. Jonah's personality shines in his pictures & the videos you post. <br /><br />You can tell that he is one loved child & that he loves you back. When he hears yours & Matt's voice his little eyes & face light up.<br /><br />I have one question & you can answer me by email & tell me I am out of line; but I live in Durham & go to Boone to visit my daughter & I would love to stop one day & help you out. Let me know if that would be ok..like I said you can email me. <br /><br />I am getting ready to place another order for medical supplies, & I see you mentioned more chux.so I will put that on the order. Do you still use the 25 g 1"needles? Do I will get some of those too. Anything else I can order so you & matt will not have to pay out of pocket??? Let me know by Friday 10/23.<br /><br />Love, prayers & blessings to you, Matt & jonahWanda Wilkinsonnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8191367444095035928.post-32039091042295201682009-10-16T18:05:13.463-04:002009-10-16T18:05:13.463-04:00I follow your blog regularly and I was looking bac...I follow your blog regularly and I was looking back through some of your posts from the beginning. From sweet Gabe to now sweet Jonah. You have remained so faithful, so loving, so Spirit filled. Truly an inspiration and blessing to others. You share the importance of making less judgments about people and situations or the "looks" of things and help us all to focus on the good and praiseworthy things from God. May God continue to bless your family and especially little Jonah with strength and healing.Jen Burnshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01792168311245374351noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8191367444095035928.post-66579804381958865622009-10-16T17:51:15.087-04:002009-10-16T17:51:15.087-04:00Patrice-
I am really just curious. Do you really...Patrice-<br /><br />I am really just curious. Do you really get a lot of hateful messages/email? I often find it heard to think that people can be so mean spirited. No matter, Jonah is your little boy-nothing can take away from that. I wish people would just ask you instead of stare. I work in the MRDD field and most parents I work with state they would rather someone just ask instead of stare.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8191367444095035928.post-28936521558210397002009-10-16T17:27:58.765-04:002009-10-16T17:27:58.765-04:00I just wish more people knew about EB so they woul...I just wish more people knew about EB so they wouldn't wonder if he is contageous or if you hurt him. People need to know how wonderful you all are and how lucky Jonah is to have you and Matt for parents. I am honored to be a daily reader of your blog. Thank you so much for answering questions and sharing with us.Kristie in Arizonanoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8191367444095035928.post-60436446908517998532009-10-16T17:13:37.626-04:002009-10-16T17:13:37.626-04:00I think Jonah has the most precious, adorable hand...I think Jonah has the most precious, adorable hands ever! Just sayin...Heatherhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14791523607290974357noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8191367444095035928.post-56523181447257617982009-10-16T16:51:45.056-04:002009-10-16T16:51:45.056-04:00Thanks should go to you for taking the time to edu...Thanks should go to you for taking the time to educate us. Kudos for being open-minded and allowing our questions in the first place. I appreciate the info! karaAnonymousnoreply@blogger.com