Fighters…
by Slack, on December 20th, 2003
So, after my bitter entry just previous to this, I thought I should put in something a bit more upbeat since I’ve sufficently cooled down. It’s just that both times Leilani and Rhys crashed I was there. I was talking to Leilani and holding her hand just before it happened to her. On my way out her saturation dropped and they kicked me out. Nothing angers you more than seeing a bunch of strangers swooping in on your daughter — especially if two of them rubbed you the wrong way. I’m sure they are fine at what they do. And I thank the fates they are there to give my children a fighting chance…
At any rate, we just got back form visiting them. It’s amazing how much support you will find in other people. We’ve had many visitors and many callers to wish us well. I’m told there is quite the prayer chain going for the twins. Starting here, and going all the way to Singapore, Philippines, east coast US, and back home again. I can’t tell you what that does for my spirits and for Heidi’s. Even more amazing is how much support and strength you find in your children. Just looking at them and watching them fight gives me so much hope. They have a fighting chance, and nobody — especially them — are giving up! Leilani opened her eyes this last visit! Rhys gave a valiant effort to open his eyes as well. Amazing how such a small thing can bring you to silence.
Leilani
Rhys
Hey Cousin,
Sounds like you and Heidi are under alot of strain. I have been in the same situation. It doesn’t get any easier. Listen to what the nurses & doc’s have to say. Always ask quetions!!! Talk to your babie’s, make tapes of your voice, songs, stories, etc…, the nurses can play these for them when your taking a break. Our thoughts & prayers are with you guys!
Love, Mary Jane & family
Oh Allen and Heidi, how beautiful the babies are!! We have been praying for them, even got Greg’s family praying for them so, they wil be wonderful!!
We are so proud to know you, who else would be open enough to let the world know they love their children with the passion you two do??
Know that we are here for you, will do anything and everything we can, just ask, or tell Cyn and Drew or Bobbi and Greg, if we can, it will be done.
They are beautiful!!!!!
Pat and Greg
Thanks so much for the support and prayers. I honestly don’t know what to say. All of you who have shown your support mean so much to us. It won’t be forgotten.