tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2557719621411312017.post1467806037092530690..comments2024-01-11T16:41:01.570-05:00Comments on The Real Life of a Red Head: Thank youUnknownnoreply@blogger.comBlogger136125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2557719621411312017.post-33893526748818598872010-10-12T23:48:14.577-04:002010-10-12T23:48:14.577-04:00I am sorry for your loss. Your family will be in ...I am sorry for your loss. Your family will be in my prayers.<br /><br />I would also like to say that I am a 20 year old guy who is 1000% against circumcision. What if he did make it through, and grew up wishing that hadn't been done to him? His body, should have been his choice.<br /><br />HOWEVER, I don't believe for a second that it is what killed him. He had a serious medical condition, and wasn't doing well to begin with. So don't be too hard on yourself. People all over this country are mislead into thinking that cutting a baby's genitals is ok. Its not like your decision, uninformed as it was, was any different from a lot of other parents.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2557719621411312017.post-30414090858794636112010-10-10T19:52:47.259-04:002010-10-10T19:52:47.259-04:00I am so very sorry for the loss of your sweet baby...I am so very sorry for the loss of your sweet baby boy. Sadly, as we grieve, we get the chance to see the true colors of heartless people. Over the past two plus years, I have learned to take it with a grain of salt. People feel the need to villify in order to tell themselves that it could never happen to them. ((Hugs)) to you and your husband.Mary's Mommahttp://momofmanyfeet.blogspot.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2557719621411312017.post-45501770282605717202010-10-09T14:54:36.180-04:002010-10-09T14:54:36.180-04:00I can't even begin to imagine what you are goi...I can't even begin to imagine what you are going through. I read some "news" stories about what happened, and it really made me angry, even before I knew the "real" story, that people would say such nasty things. The nerve that some people have to bash you and your family for ANY reason, and much more so when you are going through such a horrible time... it kills me. You are a much better person than I to give in to God's grace rather than hatred. I am praying for you, and shedding a few tears as well.Rebekah Zennhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06277149314914812904noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2557719621411312017.post-16756419272734073732010-10-09T13:08:12.280-04:002010-10-09T13:08:12.280-04:00I am horrified to hear of these turn of events for...I am horrified to hear of these turn of events for your family. There are no words for that kind of behavior. Know that there are those of us in central Ohio who are interceding with Jesus on your behalf. We are thinking of you right now, on the day you lay your baby to rest.<br /><br />JulieJuliehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05890787016905003142noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2557719621411312017.post-26462493344870397162010-10-08T12:37:19.055-04:002010-10-08T12:37:19.055-04:00Many prayers for you and yours...so very sorry for...Many prayers for you and yours...so very sorry for your loss. I know those words seem inept, they are, there are no words. from one mom to another, I wish you peace and blessingsmama2alexandholdenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08520879447432632198noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2557719621411312017.post-43763258196597838952010-10-08T06:08:23.632-04:002010-10-08T06:08:23.632-04:00"you're making intactivists look terrible..."you're making intactivists look terrible" <br /><br />Jill is not doing that. THEY are. Jill is showing herself to have nothing but grace under the extreme pressure of the loss of her precious child. Jill did not attack them. THEY attacked not only her and her family, but her child who had just passed. How thoughtless. How cruel. How wrong. <br /><br />Shannon EganAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2557719621411312017.post-9718121599903242482010-10-08T02:45:38.139-04:002010-10-08T02:45:38.139-04:00While I do not agree with you circumcising your bo...While I do not agree with you circumcising your boy at all for all reasons out there, I feel sorry for him. But please do not see intactivists as terrible people , we're not like Westboro Baptist church. No one is going to protest your son's funeral, we're not attacking you (those are in fact pro-circumcision individuals ) . DO NOT plead to Ellen, or anyone else. There is nothing they can do. The only thing you can do is stop it all, remember your son . Forget about the circumcision and all things to do with it. Move on from that, please, you're making intactivists look terrible and you're not helping yourself through grief at all.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2557719621411312017.post-89844467927431705032010-10-08T02:10:08.145-04:002010-10-08T02:10:08.145-04:00Hello, I ran across your blog through Twitter and...Hello, I ran across your blog through Twitter and thought I would send you a little note: Being a mother who lost her only child, that it took 7 years to have, can relate to your pain. I know words can not explain the pain you are in now, but God will help you and He does understand the pain you feel. Know that all things work together for the GOOD of those who love the Lord. Time will bring about healing ~ you are forever in my prayers.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2557719621411312017.post-7408112804796796352010-10-07T22:55:02.706-04:002010-10-07T22:55:02.706-04:00I think the horrible people who contacted you are ...I think the horrible people who contacted you are forgetting that these posts are for your little boy. They need to remember that you are the one who has to deal with you decision, and they don't. I support circumcision, I don't know why but it's just somethkng we've learned to do over time. I think you as a parent know what's best for your child, and they were not in your shoes. I'm only 15 years old, but I know the difference between right and wrong. They had no right to hurt you when you are mourning. My nephew died of sids when he was 18 monthes old. I think about him everyday when I look at his twin brother and wonder what he'd look like today. Its been about a year now. I sometimes wonder if I could have saved him. Then, suddenly, I remember god needed him because he was too precious for this life. I had no control over what happened. Neither did anyone else. I hope you and your family embrase his life. Know you will do whats best for your other children to let them know how wonderful your little boy was, and you did what was best for your child. I will keep you in my thoughts, and hope your life will be filled with much happiness furthermore.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2557719621411312017.post-18442603492841025872010-10-07T21:15:02.277-04:002010-10-07T21:15:02.277-04:00Cyn - please do not turn this into another debate....Cyn - please do not turn this into another debate. You do not know this for a fact. It is your opinion. Jill did what she thought best for HER child. Not yours, not mine. HERS. Allow this woman to process her grief the way she sees fit. This is about Joshua and his amazing life here on earth for the last 7 weeks. It is not about "CYA" and denial. JOSHUA. Joshua, and the love that his parents feel for him is the reason for this blog. <br /><br />Shannon EganAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2557719621411312017.post-22083762551507085202010-10-07T20:33:20.996-04:002010-10-07T20:33:20.996-04:00"The team of neonatologists and cardiologists..."The team of neonatologists and cardiologists made it extremely clear that Joshua's cardiac arrest was NOT in any way related to the circumcision."<br /><br />They are in CYA mode. Denial abounds.<br /><br />Tragic. So tragic.Cynnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2557719621411312017.post-54601695654200152882010-10-07T19:23:40.691-04:002010-10-07T19:23:40.691-04:00I'm so sorry for your loss. As the mother of a...I'm so sorry for your loss. As the mother of a stillborn baby, I understand your sorrow. You're not alone in this.<br /><br />I can't imagine going through the loss of my daughter AND having nasty comments about me and my beliefs left by others.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02323176784303748390noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2557719621411312017.post-47958263966590053382010-10-07T19:15:36.214-04:002010-10-07T19:15:36.214-04:00I am so sorry for your loss. I know you don't ...I am so sorry for your loss. I know you don't know me but I am currently a student at HU. I was also born with hypo-plastic left heart syndrome. I was one of the first to be diagnosed before autopsy. I was also sent down to Riley where I was taken care of and received a heart transplant. My heart hurts for you and your family. Your story has reminded me of how precious life is and how blessed I am. I am sorry if this wasn't tactful, i just thought you know how much your story has had an effect on me. I have been praying for you guys since I first heard about Joshua, and that won't change now that he is with our Lord. If you need want to talk at all I am here. I hope that Joshuas memory is respected and nothing happens at his funeral.Leah Smithhttp://www.facebook.com/?ref=logo#!/angelheart4991noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2557719621411312017.post-9548070655989536122010-10-07T17:32:59.518-04:002010-10-07T17:32:59.518-04:00Jill, if there was any doubt that Satan walks amon...Jill, if there was any doubt that Satan walks amongst us today, it has been erased by the hateful, unimaginable and absolutely appalling behavior of a few people. It just astounds me that anyone would attack a family that is mouring the loss of their infant child. This child died as a result of a CHD. Nothing more, nothing less. My heart is heavy that I am a part of a society that believes this behavior is acceptable. My deepest apology that anyone has spoken anything but loving and gentle words to you in your time of grief.<br /><br />My heart weeps for you, from one CHD mother to another.<br /><br />Shannon EganAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2557719621411312017.post-53519406240289510302010-10-07T17:04:59.009-04:002010-10-07T17:04:59.009-04:00Jill,
I am so sorry for your loss. I can't eve...Jill,<br />I am so sorry for your loss. I can't even begin to imagine the pain you and your husband are going through. Please know that I am praying for all of you. I'm encouraged to know that you already have a strong relationship with the father who comforts us. While reading about your tragedy, there are a couple of scriptures that stand out in my mind. Psalm 46:1-God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in times of trouble. Jeremiah 31:13-I will turn their mourning into gladness. I will give them comfort and joy instead of sorrow. I pray that the peace that passes all understanding will flow through your home.<br /><br />JamieJamienoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2557719621411312017.post-44370806288089991292010-10-07T15:49:02.220-04:002010-10-07T15:49:02.220-04:00I admit that I am one of the many who are only now...I admit that I am one of the many who are only now learning of you through this ridiculous controversy that erupted. Your treatment has been nothing short of inhumane. First, please accept my deepest, deepest apologies. Second, this controversy is pure evil at work. Shore up your strength. Know that you have the support of legions out there in internet land and from all sides.<br /><br />God bless you, JillKimberly @ Fertility Flowerhttp://www.fertilityflower.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2557719621411312017.post-46627342135668118962010-10-07T15:05:51.851-04:002010-10-07T15:05:51.851-04:00I am so very sorry for your loss! I have been foll...I am so very sorry for your loss! I have been following your blog for a little over two weeks now. I found you from Team Ewan's blog. And we have been praying daily, faithfully for you and sweet Joshua! <br />My heart aches for you. We will be offering up prayers of love, healing, and piece for you, your husband, and your precious children. I hurt for them so much.<br />My 3rd born died in my arms seconds after being born. It was a freak thing, no one saw it coming. God gave him back to me (he has a minor CP now), but for about 33 days we were unsure if I could keep him here on earth with me. I understand your pain.<br />I am an "Intactivist" myself, and I do not think in any way that this is your fault! Those that have wrongly judged you, or said anything to cause you pain should feel ashamed of themselves!! <br />You are a wonderful mother who truly loves her children!!! <br />Love and Prayers!<br />~SarahAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2557719621411312017.post-3182722485761726402010-10-07T13:41:46.675-04:002010-10-07T13:41:46.675-04:00I am so very sorry not only for your loss but the ...I am so very sorry not only for your loss but the utter uggliness of people who have the nerve to try and make a grieving mother feel even worse! Shame on them. You did the best you could and that's all you can do. He's your baby and you had to make the best decisions for him that you thought were the right decisions at the time. No one should scold you for that. I am deeply sorry to hear such people are out there!!! I pray GOD's peace and comfort and strength will carry you through this difficult time. GOD bless you!Nadinehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05868417027680286193noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2557719621411312017.post-72133110700306789122010-10-07T13:24:09.967-04:002010-10-07T13:24:09.967-04:00I'm so very sorry for your loss. I wish you l...I'm so very sorry for your loss. I wish you love and healing, and hope knowing that while you will not be able to hold Joshua in your arms again, he will forever be held in HIS arms.<br /><br />Jennifer - first time reader.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2557719621411312017.post-31712611533201993812010-10-07T12:16:49.096-04:002010-10-07T12:16:49.096-04:00I'm incredibly sorry about your loss and hope ...I'm incredibly sorry about your loss and hope that and your family can find peace. You will definitely be in my prayers.Elizabethhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02206367195046441148noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2557719621411312017.post-45068342238946034802010-10-07T10:29:29.687-04:002010-10-07T10:29:29.687-04:00You were the first person I thought of and prayed ...You were the first person I thought of and prayed for when I woke up this morning. I hope you and your family are given the time and peace you need to deal with and process the loss of your precious son.. Please know that so many are praying for you and loving you.Perfectly Imperfecthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16128584550959614381noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2557719621411312017.post-60303899517190129422010-10-07T10:24:18.190-04:002010-10-07T10:24:18.190-04:00I found your blog on twitter... I went back throug...I found your blog on twitter... I went back through your posts and read little Joshies story from the beginning. Ignore the hate. Hateful people just want everyone else to be as miserable as they are. You couldn't have loved your baby any more, I can see your love shining through the words you wrote. <br /><br />I'm so sorry. We'll never meet, and I'll never know your pain, but I'm thinking of you and your family today. I'm sorry.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2557719621411312017.post-58684057921494970272010-10-07T09:52:32.893-04:002010-10-07T09:52:32.893-04:00Peace be with you at this very sad time. For me t...Peace be with you at this very sad time. For me the intactivist movement is about healing and love, and I wish you both in abundance.Elenahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00821149810153513985noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2557719621411312017.post-70280782330670011212010-10-07T09:49:02.979-04:002010-10-07T09:49:02.979-04:00I had never read your blog untill yesterday, I saw...I had never read your blog untill yesterday, I saw it on one of my BLM's (Baby lost momma's)wall on Facebook. When I read your blog my heart broke for you. I know you feel guilty, and I know there is nothing I can say to take away the guilt; as nothing any one has ever said could take away the guilt that I have over my daughter's stillbirth, and my previous miscarrage. Just know that it is not your fault, in any way. You'r little boy got to see his mommy and his daddy, He knew nothing but love and people looking after him doing every thing they could for him. Your little boy is beautiful and he will always be in our hearts. I hope that your faith helps you threw this, and just know that I am here for you as are many other loss mothers.<br /><br />Cathrin, Mommy to Serenity, Feodora, and Adoptive baby Devon. All in heaven in the Lord's arms.Cathrinhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13370658387546771828noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2557719621411312017.post-36091476800833487502010-10-07T08:55:20.939-04:002010-10-07T08:55:20.939-04:00my deepest sympathies to you and your family. i a...my deepest sympathies to you and your family. i am so very sorry.Jamiehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07187151463075117941noreply@blogger.com