Comment from gramalot8

Excellent

I admire you for your dedication to love and support your son... heartfelt that to you he more than just a disabled foster child. We had a foster daughter years ago that had cystic fibrosis. I spent many hours pounding her back and chest to release the phelm and gunk in her lungs. Unfortunately she passed away when one episode became just too much for her fragile body. I hope your son continues to improve to the best his body will allow him to be. And he's blessed to be a part of your lives.

 Comment Written 27-Oct-2023

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reply by the author on 28-Oct-2023

Thank you so much for your insightful and very caring review. You understand perfectly, from your own experiences. I am so sorry you lost your foster daughter but I am sure she knew much love during her life. And that?s what matters most.
Wendy

Comment from LJbutterfly

Excellent

You have been and will continue to be richly blessed for the love, compassion and care you have provided this young man. You and your family have done everything you possibly could to make his life as pleasant as possible. I admire your stamina. My prayers remain with you, your family, and your foster son.

 Comment Written 27-Oct-2023

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reply by the author on 28-Oct-2023

Thank you for your lovely words and very caring support. And especially for your prayers. All are greatly appreciated and valued.
Wendy

Comment from lyenochka

Excellent

What a witness you and your family are having on the hospital staff! And how encouraging to see such dedication in that hospital's doctors and nurses to preserve life. I remember in Ancient Rome, they discarded fully healthy babies if the father did not approve. It was the fledgling Christian Church who took those babies, raised them or gave them proper burials. Hugs and prayers for you all.

 Comment Written 27-Oct-2023

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reply by the author on 28-Oct-2023

Thank you so much, dear Helen. I value your support and prayers and I do pray that the medical staff will see the love of Jesus in our care for him.
Wendy

reply by lyenochka on 28-Oct-2023

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Comment from jmdg1954

Excellent

Your foster son never knew a life other than through the disabilities we see. To him it's all he knows. I do not mean that lightly or sarcastically in any way.

He is a fighter though he may not know it. He is a role model for fo many and as you said, he's the most liked patient in the hospital.
Everyone is doing everything they can to get him back to his lifestyle.

Wendy, you are a saint. I know you love him as if he were your own.

He's in Gods hands...
God bless.
John

 Comment Written 27-Oct-2023

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reply by the author on 28-Oct-2023

You are absolutely right. We all cling to life as we know it, and he?s no different. Yes, he?s in God?s hands and care, and I just want to make sure I don?t preempt Him. Despite all his problems he is loved greatly and cared for and valued. (But I assure you I"m no saint. Lol)
Wendy

Comment from Verna Cole Mitchell

Excellent

What a wonderful tribute to a young man, bound by disabilities, who still chooses life, the wonderful surgical staff who care for him, and to the compassionate, loving care you and your husband provide now, as you have through the years. God, only, knows fully your value as foster parents.

 Comment Written 27-Oct-2023

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reply by the author on 28-Oct-2023

Thank you so much Verna. What a beautiful and kind, caring review. Very thankful for you.
Wendy

Comment from Tom Horonzy

Excellent

All things are in God's hands, and He will weigh the thoughts of the prayers being offer, if not for your son for those who follow his word to do unto others, as ... Good luck seems inappropriate, but ... maybe God Speed.

 Comment Written 27-Oct-2023

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reply by the author on 28-Oct-2023

Thank you very much Tom for your kind review and care.
Wendy

Comment from barbara.wilkey

Excellent

Thank you for sharing this update with us. I enjoyed reading. I will continue to pray for your foster son, you and your family. I know God is in charge. He loves everybody no matter their circumstances.

 Comment Written 27-Oct-2023

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reply by the author on 28-Oct-2023

Thank you Beth. Yes, he is in His hands and I value your prayers for him, and for me to have wisdom and strength.
Wendy

Comment from Paul McFarland

Exceptional

My prayers go out to you and your son. I can't imagine the decisions that you have made. It sounds like the health care system that you have in Australia is a good one.

 Comment Written 27-Oct-2023

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reply by the author on 28-Oct-2023

Yes, it is pretty good overall, although not perfect. Thank you for your lovely and caring words. Very supportive. I greatly value the six stars too.
Wendy

Comment from Pam Lonsdale

Excellent

Perhaps he perseveres as a role model and lesson to others - you did say he was the most popular patient on the ward. He may have more to teach others about living than any of us could teach him.

I know it's hard for you to watch him suffer, but he is soldiering through this and so will you.

I hope this ends soon - one way or the other - for both you and him.

xo
Pam

 Comment Written 27-Oct-2023

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reply by the author on 28-Oct-2023

Thank you very much Pam. If at least he teaches others that disabled people have feelings and deserve respect and care, and are valued just as much as others that is something good. Thank you for your very kind and caring words.
Wendy

Comment from damommy

Excellent

Oh, my goodness, what you've all been through. While the pain and discomfort was the young man's to suffer, the emotional trauma you've endured must have taken a heavy toll on you. He is so fortunate to have you to look after him.

 Comment Written 27-Oct-2023

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reply by the author on 28-Oct-2023

Thanks so much Yvonne. I appreciate your very caring and understanding review.
Wendy