Siblings of kiddos with disabilities are amazing humans walking amongst us. They live a life, most often, in the shadows of their sibling who simply needs "more". More time. More direct attention. More of more. We have now come to a fork in our road. Our boys are young men, and, our daughter is a young lady. I'll be honest, I was uncertain what life would look like once the boys left this home, once they had their own time, in their own personal sunshine. We found out quickly once Knox left for college his freshman year what that would look like. And then, when Walker left, we knew what life would feel like in their absence. There was too much space. Ivey felt it. We get many compliments about the relationship the boys and Ivey have with one another. Hints here and there that, maybe, Matt and I had some secret recipe to parenting a household with a child that is very medically complex and a very complex communicator. This is what I can tell you - there is no re...
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(And I love seeing all the pictures of your kids!!)
I keep up with Ivey through my daughter-in-law Stacy and also through your posting on Ivey's blog. I check each day to find out how Ivey is doing.
You have a special touch when writing about your family. Most of us are not as gifted as you are in expressing your thoughts and feelings. I hope the best for your and your family this year.
I hope the kids had a wonderful Christmas! I am sure that Santa was good to them all.
Your postings have kept us all updated on your daily travels and Ivey's progress. This Christmas was different for me than any other. I finally realized the real meaning of Christmas. Of course in the years past I understood what it was about but through your postings it has opened my eyes to what life is all about. You have inspired me so much over these past 8 months. God has a plan for all of us and he has used you to show me the real light. Thank you for opening your heart and sharing these postings.
We continue to pray for Ivey and your family.
Sending all of our love,
Morgan and Monica