Today I am feeling like Saoirse is very small because she is not feeling well and very much depending on me, but I keep thinking about how big she is getting and how quickly. There is something about the kids in the oncology department that has always struck a chord with me. No matter the child or their diagnosis, they always look older than they are. I have found myself thinking about how old a child might be, only to find out that he or she is much younger. It seems like Saoirse has been growing up faster than ever. Her expressions seem to be so far beyond her years, and she seems to have life pretty figured out for now. I've been working on trying to capture some of her more "big girl" moments, and sometimes the pictures surprise even me. One of the doctors at sloan made the comment that many of the kids she sees are more mature because the spend so much time in an adult dominated world. That could be the key to their mature faces, or it could be the bald heads.
So in an effort to regain my baby's babyhood, I leave you with some bubbles!
Love this post - the kids always amaze me!!
ReplyDeleteI totally agree! My mom often thought the same when I was being treated. I think it's becuase we're forced to face situations far more complex than others at that age. It's a whole different world.
ReplyDeleteI wish you the best!
I just discovered you on CNN & I have to say this really hits close to home for me. My beautiful niece (2 1/2) was diagnosed with Acute lymphoblastic leukemia at the beginning of August & she is in the 3rd stage of chemotherapy at the moment (she too has no hair anymore). It's been trying on all of us, but knowing we're not alone has helped a lot. Thank you for sharing your story with us. I wish you both only the best. Your daughter is an angel. She will be in my prayers.
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David
Good morning to you, please know that you are in my prayers. Your story has touched my heart ever so deeply, i wept at my desk as i read I couldn't help but to pray for your all and your family. Know that you are loved all over the world and that we are sending our thoughts and prayers up above, I will be sharing your story on FB and pray more funds come to you, with all my love and deepest prayers.
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My little girl has been in and out of the hospital with kidney troubles for months now. No one seems to know why. The uncertainty of life in this situation is just as bad as the never-ending bills. I try to work in between her pain attacks and emergency room visits, but it gets harder and harder. I can only donate $1 to your little girl, but I hope 999,999 others find it in their hearts to do the same. ((huggs))
ReplyDeleteI just want to drop a note of encouragement ! I have seen your story on CNN and want you to know that you and your daughter, and husband will be in my prayers. I don't have a lot, but I'm willing to donate what I can to help you. May love, health, and many blessings come to you.
ReplyDeleteJennifer Montgomery
This is the first time I've read your blog, but the second time I have read about your family's story. I am truly inspired and wish I could do more than send my prayers your way. I love that Saoirse translates into "freedom" in Gaelic, and I hope and pray that some day she will be free from this disease. She is a beautiful baby girl. Good luck and hopeful thoughts your way from Kansas City, MO!
ReplyDeleteLike the other comments, I discovered your story on CNN earlier today. My heart broke into a million pieces. You and your husband have my utmost admiration for how you are dealing with your personal and financial struggles. You also have my heart and my prayers. I cannot imagine walking in your shoes. My heart aches for you, and I cannot get your family off my mind. May the God of peace comfort your family, and continue to strengthen you as you continue to walk down this hard path.
ReplyDeleteKristyn Phipps
I've been reading your family's story on CNN. My heart aches for your family. I wish I could take your baby's pain away. I know you feel the same way as I do. Brings me to tears. Your daughter's beautiful face is forever imprinted in my mind. I wish the best for you and your family. With love.
ReplyDeleteI've been following a Caring Bridge Blog for Braden Hofen (http://www.caringbridge.org/visit/bradenh) for months now. Your story is very similar. As far as I know, Deliece has started a foundation for her son and she knows a lot of people and has lots of resources. Your family will be in my thoughts and prayers.
ReplyDeleteyour story has truly touched me. I too found your story on CNN.com I cant imagine what you are going through as a family, but I am so glad your little girl has such loving and supportive parents. As a father of two little ones I dont know how I would cope. Your whole family is an inspiration - you are in my prayers!
ReplyDeleteDo you have a way people can donate to you to help with costs? My wife and I would love to send you something to help during the holiday season. Please let me know how we can do that. Do you have a mailing address?
I read your story on CNN and want you to know that you have support in New York. If you need a place to sleep, sit in quiet and just be - please let me know. I have some wonderful psycologist friends at Memorial who work with patients with this awful disease and I would be happy to put you directly in touch with them. In the meantime I will keep you and your family in my thoughts and prayers.
ReplyDeleteWish we could do more for you besides pray, but we will do that.
ReplyDeleteI just prayed to the Lord for your beautiful daughter. I know He never leaves unanswered prayers. Maybe you wont understand this right now but God Loves her so much and HE is really really close to her. I offer this pain of little Saoirse to Him.
ReplyDeleteGod Bless you all!
I also found your blog thru CNN's story after recognizing the headline from their previous report about your family several weeks ago. My heart broke hearing of your dual diagnosis'. They say that God only gives us what we can handle. If that's true, then you are so much stronger than you know, my dear. I pray for a full recovery for both you & your little girl, as well as strength for your husband to help you both through it all. Positive thoughts and energy to your family <3
ReplyDeleteYour family is in my prayers. I pray for healing and remission. I pray for peace of mind. I pray for a job for your husband. I don't understand why you have to shoulder such burdens, but I pray that your load is soon lightened. God bless you all.
ReplyDeleteI saw your story on CNN. I wish I had more to offer than prayers for your adorable little girl, but prayers it will be. God bless all of you.
ReplyDeleteHi, I just read your story on CNN and I just wanted to tell you how much my heart goes out to you your daughter and husband. The whole time I was reading it I kept thinking Oh God I wish they lived in Mass too so they could have Masshealth. I am sorry you guys are going through this and I admire your strength as a family. Praying for you in Brockton.
ReplyDeleteHello, I too like many, saw your story on CNN, and want to extend my love out to you and let you know that your family will be in my prayers. We may have never met, and we may never meet in person, but I know the fear that cancer can put in your life and the strain it takes, but know you are not alone, when you need strength or someone to hear you, lean on the world of people and God, we are here always. xoxo
ReplyDeleteI discovered your story today, and like all teh others, it touched my heart profoundly. I couldn't possibly imgaine the struggles and challenges you and your family have encountered while battling your diseases. My heart especially breaks for your beautiful baby girl. To watch her struggle must be heart-breaking, but to watch her fight everyday must make you so proud. All of my thoughts and prayers are with your family. I have passed this on to as many people as I could as to encourage donations, I hope it helps.
ReplyDeleteHi, I just came across your story on the internet and it immediately brought tears to my eyes. Please know you and your beautiful daughter will be in my prayers daily. I also pray your husband finds a job very soon. I can't even imagine what you're going through. God bless you.
ReplyDeleteMy daughter saw your story on CNN, and shared your story with me. We are in turn, both sharing your story to all of our friends and family on Facebook, in an effort to try to get you some help. We will do what we can. We dont have much, but have so much more than you..we have our health, and we have prayer. God bless you and your family. Sending love, hope, prayers and help your way!
ReplyDeleteKathy & Katie Markovich Michigan
God bless you.
ReplyDeleteMy daughter and I have shared your story/blog/links on several celebrities pages, hoping someone will see what weve posted, and contact you. Fingers crossed...
ReplyDeleteKathy & Katie Markovich from Michigan
Reading your story bought tears to my eyes. I will be praying for you. God Bless.
ReplyDeleteI also jumped here from the CNN article. My family will be praying for your family, for God's provision financially and for his healing.
ReplyDeleteI will be praying for you and your family.
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