Tuesday, October 28, 2008
October 28th
Today was Ryan's original due date, it's also the birthday of my sweet grandpa Boyd, my mom's dad. I was excited to have Ryan share this day with him, but realize now that Ryan just wanted to share the same birthday month as his big brother Jonathon :) It was a really rough day today, I mean all days are rough, but today more so. Just thinking about how great it would have been to carry him full term makes me sad. But a blessing came today. On Oprah today, she and Celine Dion did a special on Miracle children. I consider Ryan a mighty miracle, the fact that he was born alive was a huge blessing! The show featured a family who had a Trisomy 18 baby boy. This made me happy because Oprah and Celine were truly touched and very emotional about this story, it made me feel supported. Seeing these parents standing at the grave of their baby made my heart break again. I remember that day, it was horrible, and when I look back it's a worst nightmare. But I'm glad the world is more aware now on Trisomy 18 through this show today. I'm glad it was on today, and having Celine be such a big part and sing on the show her song that is so good, was a gift to me because I love her and her compassion and it made this hard day a little bit better. To see the video featured on Oprah of this family click here: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=th6Njr-qkq0&feature=related
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4 comments :
Ashley,
You are so strong. I can't imagine going through all you have been through. What a touching Oprah that was. I thought of you guys as I watched it. Thank you for your strength and example. We love you and pray for you and your family.
John and Mel
I've been thinking about you all day remembering that you had said today was your due date- I know it must be hard- I remember getting to my original due date on my first pregnancy and it was one of the hardest days because I just kept thinking about the baby I should have had in my arms... Just know that you aren't ever alone no matter how alone you feel at times. That is a beautiful video- What a special gift that that was on Oprah today. Its almost a special little tribute to Ryan!
Ashley I want to thank you again for texting me and letting me know about the Oprah show, I'm so glad I got to see that. I got a SLIGHT glimpse into your lives and what you've gone through, through the story of the couple on Oprah; what a touching episode. You are such a wonderful mom, and you truly are a strong woman. We love you!
I watched this! I was going to email you last night because I thought of you the whole time I watched it. Those parents were amazing and had a great attitude, and so do you and your family.
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