Obviously you've figured out that my blog has gone private. I've rec'd some really not nice comments about Kellsey going with my mom for the summer and I just decided that we ALL badly need a nice summer and I want to blog about it! I plan on posting pictures of Kellsey at my mom's house and pictures of the kids in California and doing the other things we're going to do this summer.
I realize that I haven't been 100% open about the struggles Kellsey is having in our family. I am hoping now with my VERY limited readership that I CAN be more open. It's been hard trying to decide what to post and what not to. I would very much like to share our WHOLE story one day, and hope that the ending will be happy for ALL of us, Kellsey included.
For now though, we are going to have a good summer... my mom and Kellsey... and the rest of us here... and even Frank for a couple weeks! ;) Thanks for wanting to continue to read and follow along on our journey, and thanks for being supportive and kind, even if you don't always agree with me. :)
Tuesday, June 12, 2012
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Thanks and I hope everyone keeps an open mind about the struggles you have. I don't think people have any idea of what it takes.
Thanks for the add! Always here praying, whatever happens!!!!!!!
Yeah, I made the cut, lol!
So happy for the invite! Say whatever you want...it's your blog and your life and I, for one, am a grateful reader! Love your honesty - if I wanted to read a romance novel I would buy one!! LOL!!! (((BIG HUGS))) from RI! Now enjoy your summer!!!!
This is the best decision you've made. I've always told you about how I feel with people sugar coating their adoptions and making it seem like they came home and are perfect children not scarred from their time in the orphanages. I'm so disappointed in so many people at the judgement passed to you and your family for decisions that are only yours to make. I believe the truth about these people will come out and in the end, you'll be shown to be the same person you've always been, someone who is trying their best to do for their family.
Praying you ALL are able to enjoy your summer!!!!!! :) Thanks for the invite.
Praying you ALL are able to enjoy your summer!!!!!! :) Thanks for the invite.
Thank you so much for the invite. I have read your blog for years! I support you 100% in your decisions for your family. I hope you all have a great summer!
I'm glad to be here! I SO look up to you...you are a huge inspiration to me. You are right that I understand why you've had to do this (been there, too often I'm afraid)....people are way too easy to judge; it's just ridiculous. I've always been a person to be completely open and the nastiness I've gotten has taken my voice (although it's coming back grin)....I'm glad it's not taking yours! I applaud your decision you've made for this summer and think that it might help to make a wonderful summer for EVERYONE. Meag spent 2 months away from us with her Grandparents one summer. I'm continually amazed at how people feel that it's ok for them to just run their mouths online as if just because it is online it won't hurt people or it doesn't matter....when really it hurts just as much if not more. Good for you for standing up and taking the steps you need to! Love you always!
Glad to be able to continue following your journey through the good and not so good. I support you 100%. People who judge know nothing but superficial things about you, your life, your family and especially anything about a child with severe special needs.
Have a great summer! You have made a great choice for your entire family and I am sure all 5 kids will have the best summer they possibly could have!
I'm so glad you're allowing me to continue to read. To all the haters... oh, wait, nevermind. They can't read this. :)
Natalie
I agree with all of the above comments. I look forward to following all of your summer fun. I can't believe people judge the way they do. It's ridiculous and completely uncalled for. Thanks for the invite so that I can continue to follow. I'll say it again...you inspire me to be a better mother and wife!!!!
Thank you for letting me a part of your limited readership. I love getting to know your family, and hate it that people are so judgemental. I look forward to seeing what your summer and such holds. :)
Thanks for inviting me! Have a very Blessed summer together and apart. It may not be easy on you, but you are trying to do the best for your family.
I'm glad you're private for now. You NEED a place where you can speak openly about everything you're going through and you NEED to not be attacked or maligned by people who don't have the first damn clue what you are living. I don't care if they have a child with RAD or 10 kids with RAD (hey, I have one, too) ~ they don't have KELLSEY, which means they don't know what you have been dealing with. Just as no two kids with autism are the same (and I speak from the experience of having six on the spectrum), no two kids with RAD are identical, so for anyone to assume they know your experience because they, too, have a child with RAD, is just not right. Yes, having a child with a similar diagnosis (I say "similar" because unless someone has a child with RAD and CIPA, they aren't going to grasp EVERYTHING you deal with) can be helpful since there's some insight into the issues you face, but again, having a kid with RAD doesn't give anyone the right to be a judgmental shrew to you.
I'm thrilled for you to have this time to enjoy your kids while having the peace of mind that comes from knowing Kellsey is safe & happy with your mom.
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I agree with everyone else that you need to be able to speak freely. You will never please everyone and until they walk a mile in your shoes they need to leave the judgement to God. I havea child who was diagnosed with ADHD and I know how hard it is to parent her and handle her issues. I can only imagine how hard it is for you. Praying that He shows you and your family what is best for Everyone!
I don't post often mainly because it's hard to do so on my iPhone but I have been an avid reader (and facebook fan for years.) I'm sorry you have had to go private and I hope I get a chance to follow along still. I'll make a point to comment more often! Know you are in our hearts and our prayers!!
Mindy
I keep losing my post. ;_; I hate trying to comment using my silly phone. We love you guys! And have been followers for years now. I hope I get the chance to follow you into the future but I fully support any decision you make regarding the well being of your family (even if it means no more cute photos for me :(
Mindy
so if I'm reading this am I in? Thank you if so! You are inspirational - I'm glad you are doing what's best for EVERYONE in your family!
Thank you for including me too. Blessings to you all. While I don't have RAD in my house, I know many mommas who do. Those people have never lived or loved someone who is living with RAD. I know you don't need validation from us, but I believe you did what is best for your family.
I've been reading a long time now. Your family, all of them, are AMAZING!
Let me just say that my brother and I spent the summer with our grandparents in Florida when we were younger...WHY is that such a bad thing for Kellsey, who obviously thrives on the attention??? Peeps need to mind their own damn business and keep their stupid mouths shut. Love your family!!!
Thanks for letting me continue to read!! I hope it's not an accident! I was so missing reading about your family, but today I could! I admire you so much as a fellow Army wife. That alone is a hard life. I find you inspiring. We only have 3 kids and yet our lives are crazy!
Thanks for letting me stay. You know how you become "attached" via the internet? Well, that's me, I love you and your family. I wish you all the best summer ever, and I will continue to pray for you and always keep Frank in my prayers :)
I was so far behind I missed that Kellsey was going to spend time with your mom. However, down time and a change of scenery is good for anyone. I'm overwhelmed with two kids and need a break frequently! I can't imagine how hard it is to have the challenges that come with a child that has RAD.
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