Jonathan's Story
Viewing comments for Chapter 26 "Fast forward ..."Our fostering journey with a severely disabled boy
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Comment from kahpot
"and there were no fatalities." "Jonathan, fortunately, remained free from Covid." I very much liked reading these bits, a lot more than the rest.
Though very well written, your decision is so very hard, as you say,
"in God we trust" yet our heart sometimes still asks, an excellent read and my thoughts are with you and yours****kahpot
reply by the author on 01-Apr-2024
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"and there were no fatalities." "Jonathan, fortunately, remained free from Covid." I very much liked reading these bits, a lot more than the rest.
Though very well written, your decision is so very hard, as you say,
"in God we trust" yet our heart sometimes still asks, an excellent read and my thoughts are with you and yours****kahpot
Comment Written 01-Apr-2024
reply by the author on 01-Apr-2024
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Thank you very much Kahpot. Your words are a great encouragement, and yes, they were two very positive things we were very thankful for.
I always appreciate your reviews.
Wendy
Comment from tfawcus
I have been following this story from time to time. It has been a harrowing journey, and I can only express my admiration for the way you have dealt with the obstacles placed before you at each stage. This surely is the hardest decision of all. It is not one we should have to make.
reply by the author on 01-Apr-2024
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I have been following this story from time to time. It has been a harrowing journey, and I can only express my admiration for the way you have dealt with the obstacles placed before you at each stage. This surely is the hardest decision of all. It is not one we should have to make.
Comment Written 31-Mar-2024
reply by the author on 01-Apr-2024
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Thank you very much, Tony!! I am very appreciative of your kind words and also of the six stars. Means a lot. I am presently in the process of adding chapters to a book which at present is just called Jonathan's Story, almost finished. Yes, there were some very harrowing times. Again, thank you for reviewing.
Wendy
Comment from patcelaw
I could so well feel he, the compassion that you were having at that time with Jonathan. It is a very hard thing to do to try to decide what needed to be done in his case. Only God knows the appointed time that each of us has. my heart goes out to you and to your family who cared so much for Jonathan. Pat.
reply by the author on 01-Apr-2024
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I could so well feel he, the compassion that you were having at that time with Jonathan. It is a very hard thing to do to try to decide what needed to be done in his case. Only God knows the appointed time that each of us has. my heart goes out to you and to your family who cared so much for Jonathan. Pat.
Comment Written 31-Mar-2024
reply by the author on 01-Apr-2024
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Thank you very much Pat. Your compassion is very encouraging. His story will be finished within a few more chapters. I appreciate that you have been a faithful reviewer. Many thanks.
Wendy
Comment from Debbie D'Arcy
Yes, I was wondering, whilst reading this, whether this is reaching the stage you wrote about last year. It's as if your story about Jonathan couldn't get more challenging and emotional - and then it does. What a scenario for you all and, yet again, that feeling you seem to have had that so much rested on your shoulders. And it didn't get any bigger than this. In the end, your decision is thoroughly and impressively made. Thank you, Wendy, for sharing this amazing story of sheer fortitude and faith in the face of adversity. Take care Debbie
reply by the author on 31-Mar-2024
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Yes, I was wondering, whilst reading this, whether this is reaching the stage you wrote about last year. It's as if your story about Jonathan couldn't get more challenging and emotional - and then it does. What a scenario for you all and, yet again, that feeling you seem to have had that so much rested on your shoulders. And it didn't get any bigger than this. In the end, your decision is thoroughly and impressively made. Thank you, Wendy, for sharing this amazing story of sheer fortitude and faith in the face of adversity. Take care Debbie
Comment Written 31-Mar-2024
reply by the author on 31-Mar-2024
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Yes, we are approaching the book's end now, only a couple more chapters. It has been a hard write, remembering all the past, and trying to make wise and loving decisions each time. Thank you for such kind words. I have felt supported and understood, during this time, and have been greatly encouraged by readers' loving attitudes, both for Jonathan and myself. It's been a big part of my life, although it was meant to be just fostering him for nine years. Who would have known. Thank you again, not only for your caring words but for the gift of six stars. They are precious.
Wendy
Comment from LJbutterfly
This chapter describes a difficult position families are put in when a loved one has what seems like a terminal illness. If you decide the person's life should be prolonged, is it for your own personal, selfish reasons? If you decide the person's life should be terminated, is it for your own personal, selfish reasons? The only thing to do is what you decided to do...pray and wait on God.
reply by the author on 31-Mar-2024
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This chapter describes a difficult position families are put in when a loved one has what seems like a terminal illness. If you decide the person's life should be prolonged, is it for your own personal, selfish reasons? If you decide the person's life should be terminated, is it for your own personal, selfish reasons? The only thing to do is what you decided to do...pray and wait on God.
Comment Written 31-Mar-2024
reply by the author on 31-Mar-2024
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Thank you so much. Exactly right. It is so hard to make the decision for another person, especially if they cannot express their own wishes. For ourselves we could choose to forego medical treatment. Thank you for your insightful comments. That was exactly my dilemma. Would the choice I made be for my own selfish reasons? Thanks again,
Wendy
Comment from Pam Lonsdale
I'm wondering what it must have been like for Jonathan to try to understand what the masks were and why they were being made to wear them. Or were they?
They called you on the phone several times a day, but couldn't find you in the hospital to have a face to face conversation. Health care has no compassion anymore.
I remember reading about this particular struggle last year, so I know how things turn out. But what a difficult time this was for you and your family, and for Jonathan.
This was a heartbreaking chapter in Jonathan's life and in your book. Well told, Wendy.
Again, thank you for sharing this very intimate story with us.
xo
Pam
Happy Easter
reply by the author on 31-Mar-2024
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I'm wondering what it must have been like for Jonathan to try to understand what the masks were and why they were being made to wear them. Or were they?
They called you on the phone several times a day, but couldn't find you in the hospital to have a face to face conversation. Health care has no compassion anymore.
I remember reading about this particular struggle last year, so I know how things turn out. But what a difficult time this was for you and your family, and for Jonathan.
This was a heartbreaking chapter in Jonathan's life and in your book. Well told, Wendy.
Again, thank you for sharing this very intimate story with us.
xo
Pam
Happy Easter
Comment Written 31-Mar-2024
reply by the author on 31-Mar-2024
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Thank you very much Pam. Yes, I tried to make this chapter more concerned with the thinking processes and the confused decision-making, about last year's development in his life journey. I am very appreciative that you are continuing to read and review. Only a couple of chapters to go.
Wendy
Comment from Jesse James Doty
Whoa, I hurt for you, Wendy. These decisions are very hard to make and even more difficult to predict whether or not he will live a quality of life if he survives the tests and tube feedings. I can feel your pain, my friend. This is well written and speaks softly of the will of God to decide whether someone should live or die. A tough decision by any means.
God bless you and your family as you make this decision.
Jesse
reply by the author on 31-Mar-2024
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Whoa, I hurt for you, Wendy. These decisions are very hard to make and even more difficult to predict whether or not he will live a quality of life if he survives the tests and tube feedings. I can feel your pain, my friend. This is well written and speaks softly of the will of God to decide whether someone should live or die. A tough decision by any means.
God bless you and your family as you make this decision.
Jesse
Comment Written 31-Mar-2024
reply by the author on 31-Mar-2024
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Thank you so much, Jesse. Your compassion and warm understanding show through. Thank you too for the beautiful stars. They are very valued, very supportive. I hope you have had a blessed and meaningful Easter time.
Wendy
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You are welcome, my friend.
I feel for you and hope you make the right decision.
We had a quiet Easter Sunday.
Jesse
Comment from Verna Cole Mitchell
I continue to be amazed at the resiliency with which Jonathan has clung to life, and you with your family, have clung to faith. I think your feeling that the Give of life has every decision in hand is the right one.
reply by the author on 31-Mar-2024
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I continue to be amazed at the resiliency with which Jonathan has clung to life, and you with your family, have clung to faith. I think your feeling that the Give of life has every decision in hand is the right one.
Comment Written 31-Mar-2024
reply by the author on 31-Mar-2024
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Thank you Verna. Such a caring and compassionate review, and yes, I asked Him to override if I was making wrong decisions. Many thanks,
Wendy
Comment from Paul McFarland
This must have been a very trying time for your family, Wendy. It is times like these that one would like to have a conversation with God, so you could know what was on His mind.
reply by the author on 31-Mar-2024
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This must have been a very trying time for your family, Wendy. It is times like these that one would like to have a conversation with God, so you could know what was on His mind.
Comment Written 31-Mar-2024
reply by the author on 31-Mar-2024
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Yes, I so badly wanted to know what His will was, but in the end I thought I can't preempt or presume this was J's end. I felt that would be a worse error than to prolong his life mistakenly - God could and would override if He chose. Yes, it was a difficult time for sure. Thank you so much for your very kind review.
Wendy
Comment from GWHARGIS
I remember when this was going on. It was my first introduction to Jonathan. I'm glad he got the care he needed but communication is the key to smooth relations. This was a very insightful post. God's will is something that we may understand or might never understand. We just do the best we can. Gretchen
reply by the author on 31-Mar-2024
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I remember when this was going on. It was my first introduction to Jonathan. I'm glad he got the care he needed but communication is the key to smooth relations. This was a very insightful post. God's will is something that we may understand or might never understand. We just do the best we can. Gretchen
Comment Written 31-Mar-2024
reply by the author on 31-Mar-2024
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Thank you Gretchen, and yes, you are right. We do what we can to discern it, and then step forward in faith. For me that meant to err on the side of caution. I am sorry - it does repeat what you already know, but I am trying to do it a bit differently, as this chapter will be included in the book and needs to tie up other threads. It also gives the back story. Thank you so much for an excellent review.
Wendy