tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4892567951346285110.post956927332037868680..comments2023-11-02T10:58:05.869-04:00Comments on Gavin's Voice: Gavin is more than Down syndromeThe VW'shttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05116325494368190699noreply@blogger.comBlogger7125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4892567951346285110.post-78827762455755807992008-07-02T22:01:00.000-04:002008-07-02T22:01:00.000-04:00Julie,It's a whole lot easier being "out there" wh...Julie,<BR/><BR/>It's a whole lot easier being "out there" when I'm behind this computer screen! :) <BR/><BR/>Thanks for your kind words and all the support that you've given me!<BR/><BR/>I agree with you about wanting to bite into his foot! Baby feet are the best!<BR/><BR/>Love You!<BR/><BR/>Alicia<BR/><BR/><BR/>Annette,<BR/><BR/>Perspective is an awesome thing, especially when it's given to us from the Lord above!<BR/><BR/>Thanks for your support!<BR/><BR/>AliciaThe VW'shttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05116325494368190699noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4892567951346285110.post-10557242584757900642008-07-02T16:50:00.000-04:002008-07-02T16:50:00.000-04:00What sweet pictures of Gavin! Facing such a huge c...What sweet pictures of Gavin! Facing such a huge challenge definitely puts things in perspective when we hear others wishing for something different for themselves. Thankfully we can have hope that God has purpose, even in situations that seem hopeless.Annette Gysenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07458438008034828484noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4892567951346285110.post-70787432897084394892008-07-02T12:10:00.000-04:002008-07-02T12:10:00.000-04:00And....I forgot to mention that the pictures of Ga...And....I forgot to mention that the pictures of Gavin are ADORABLE!!!!!! Want to take a big bite out of the foot : )<BR/>xxoo<BR/>JulieInspiredhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08680325645387784822noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4892567951346285110.post-78241847499163468332008-07-02T12:08:00.000-04:002008-07-02T12:08:00.000-04:00Alicia - this may be one of the most beautiful thi...Alicia - this may be one of the most beautiful things I've ever read. Gavin is certainly a blessing and gift to so many. He is very lucky to have you as his "voice". You tell the stories so honestly and openly. Some moments very raw and others so touching you get goose bumps reading it. Each a gift to those you share it with. one of the many, many, many things that amaze me about you is how you are so incredibly open with your feelings and frustrations via this blog. I've known you my entire life and know being "out there" like this is not easy for you. I'm thankful to know that you can do this and because of that your story has touch SO many people in such a positive way. Thank you!<BR/>Love,<BR/>JulieInspiredhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08680325645387784822noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4892567951346285110.post-46565700885998574782008-07-02T09:25:00.000-04:002008-07-02T09:25:00.000-04:00Amy, I know that God intended for Gavin, and other...Amy, <BR/><BR/>I know that God intended for Gavin, and others like him, to be just as they are and that there is a purpose for these special children.<BR/><BR/>I remember how supportive you and Mark were after Gavin was born. I really appreciated your support and love! THANK YOU!<BR/><BR/>Love you!<BR/><BR/>Alicia<BR/><BR/><BR/>Jessica, <BR/><BR/>It was a weird feeling to me at the time, but now it makes sense. <BR/><BR/>Your little Alex is definitely a special one! Thanks for sharing his life and thanks for your support!<BR/><BR/>AliciaThe VW'shttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05116325494368190699noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4892567951346285110.post-18895381673104972422008-07-01T23:30:00.000-04:002008-07-01T23:30:00.000-04:00I knew something was wrong with Alex too, my feeli...I knew something was wrong with Alex too, my feelings were exactly yours, exactly! Right down to feeling calm, but not excited at the hospital.<BR/>what beautiful words you write, I agree with you, and will always look at our special kids through eyes filled with love!Anxious AFhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10911308224630696808noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4892567951346285110.post-80111851785524834242008-07-01T16:33:00.000-04:002008-07-01T16:33:00.000-04:00Wow, this is all so, so true! I can recall feelin...Wow, this is all so, so true! I can recall feeling so worried about Gavin's health, but never once was I worried about the fact that he was born Down Syndrome. When Mom called and told me the news, I said, "That's OK, we just need to make sure he's going to live!" Never would it have occured to me to think I'd rather have him suffer from heart issues as an alternative. WOW...<BR/><BR/>I recently read about some stem cell research they are doing that might actually be able to lessen the effects D.S. has on newborns born with it. I think it's a fascinating theory (read more here (it's the first photo/blurb): http://www.forbes.com/2008/05/28/stem-cells-cancer-biz-healthcare-cx_mh_0528medtech_surprises_slide_6.html?partner=email), but when I really started thinking more about it, I didn't know how supportive I was of it. I mean, do we change the fate of this person if we change the outcome God intended? I mean, just think of how many people Gavin has blessed along the way...there are other D.S. children yet to be born who are destined to fulfull similar greatness!! :o) <BR/><BR/>Thanks for this wonderful, uplifting post. Your insight is so, so precious and appreciated! (((HUGS)))Amyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01423625698063463332noreply@blogger.com