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Post by puffy on Jul 11, 2018 11:05:02 GMT -5
For over 35 years now my wife and I have been the guardians of a mentally and physically handicapped boy.His name is Jamie.He's 44 now but he's very small.He looks like he's about 10.When he was 12 he developed type 1 diabetes and went into a coma.He spent 7 weeks in Children's Hospital in Detroit.Doc said it was a miracle that he lived.Since then he can't walk and he can only speak a few words. We've developed a form of signs though that allow him to tell us what he wants.His sugar level has to be checked every 4 hours around the clock.I stay up until 2:00 AM and make sure he's OK before I go to sleep.My wife gets up at 6:00 AM and starts another day..He likes action things.Wrestling,Monster Trucks,Race Cars,and Foot Ball.He also plays Video Games.He's the most loving little guy you could ever meet.I don't know what I would without him.I hope I never find out...Now you know about Jamie..He's the reason I stay up so late. All of you are the reason I spend some of that time here every night.Thank you for making This place so enjoyable for an old man who loves pipe smoking.
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Post by trailboss on Jul 11, 2018 11:14:06 GMT -5
Larry,
I think that is a most noble calling, and the reciprocation that takes place is lost on so many people in our culture. The “me” generational phase was a sad one, and many like yourselves have never bought into it.
I like the St. Jude’s commercials, and the Shriners commercials... the countenance of them parents really brighten my day.
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Post by Dramatwist on Jul 11, 2018 13:04:14 GMT -5
...happy you're with us, Larry...
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Post by Deleted on Jul 11, 2018 13:12:02 GMT -5
Larry, people such as you and your wife, and Jamie too are an inspiration to me. Thanks for giving us a glimpse into who you are. Be well and enjoy your birthday tommorrow.
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Post by joeman on Jul 11, 2018 13:30:50 GMT -5
Agree, that truly is inspirational. And to think about the things others complain about...your example is humbling. I am happy that God blessed you with Jamie, and blessed him with you and your wife as his family and givers of such excellent care. Wow. Best post of the day...the week...and beyond. Thank you.
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Post by Deleted on Jul 11, 2018 14:34:23 GMT -5
Larry, thanks for sharing the story. Sounds like both you and your wife are wonderful people and may God Bless the three of you.....one big HAPPY FAMILY. What more can I say but send a dozen balloons to you 🎈🎈🎈🎈🎈🎈🎈🎈🎈🎈🎈🎈
A dozen roses to your wife 🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹
Your both special people and if more were like you two this WORLD would be a much better place!
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Post by Legend Lover on Jul 11, 2018 17:02:43 GMT -5
I don't want to take the shine off this thread, so all I'll say is that I know some of what you're going through.
It's not easy but it's what we do for our children. I hope you find your strength to do this from somewhere. I do, but that's all I'll say about that too.
I'm glad that this place helps you to while away the hours when you're on 'duty'. It's a good place to be.
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Post by antb on Jul 12, 2018 1:46:27 GMT -5
Special people indeed!
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Post by toshtego on Jul 12, 2018 4:53:21 GMT -5
"Noble" is the right accolade.
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