gerbil runner Posted November 16, 2005 Share Posted November 16, 2005 Thank you all so much for your well-wishes and prayers. It means more to my dad and me than you can know. The major reason I have not been posting on the situation with my mother is because there has been a major happening, very beautiful yet personal. I did not feel I had the right to share this story before. Now, however, my mother has been able to share enough for me to feel comfortable with telling the story. After my mother had gotten over the worst of the anemia, I came to visit one day. I brought Kyle, my oldest son, to have a trumpet lesson with my dad. Mom and I were alone in her room. That day in May, she told me she had given up a baby boy for adoption when she was 16 years old. This son had found her after 4 years of searching. So I learned that I have a brother, Patrick, who lives in Florida. What a surprise for an only child! Since that time, Patrick has visited twice. My mother has reunited with the baby she gave up for adoption, and the two grandchildren (including her only grand-daughter!) whom she had never known. Patrick and his wife, Gigi, have visited us, given back the gift of music to my mother, and become a real part of the family. As an only child, to me this is a gift beyond measure. My mother's parents (especially her mother) would never have been able to see Pat and his family as part of OUR family. And even my mother said she's not sure if she would have had the guts to have a relationship with him had she not been so ill. Pat and his family are very grateful to have met his mother. I am so happy to know I have a big brother. Maybe we didn't get the miracule cure we were hoping for, but Bellringer, my father and I have been very blessed. December 10th is my parents' 40th wedding aniversary. Maybe she will be with us, maybe not. At any rate, we will all know that we have fought the good fight, and bellringer will have earned her place in heaven. Thank you for your prayers. I pray for you as well. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
carolhg Posted November 16, 2005 Share Posted November 16, 2005 What a beautiful story. May God Bless you all. Carol Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Addie Posted November 16, 2005 Share Posted November 16, 2005 What a blessing, indeed. I got chills reading... Nobody can replace Mom, when the time comes...but yet she now has given you a sibling. It's perhaps your mom's version of the cycle of Life! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cindi o'h Posted November 16, 2005 Share Posted November 16, 2005 Bless all of you and your family. Beautiful. Thank you. Cindi o'h Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dadstimeon Posted November 16, 2005 Share Posted November 16, 2005 Very touching. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nushka Posted November 16, 2005 Share Posted November 16, 2005 So glad you shared this amazing story. I am happy that she got the story out and that it turned out to be so positive. It has to be a relief for your mom. Nina Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MilliBr1 Posted November 16, 2005 Share Posted November 16, 2005 Thank you for sharing, what a beautiful story. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NancyT Posted November 16, 2005 Share Posted November 16, 2005 So wonderful to read such a beautiful story. Thank you for sharing NancyT Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Maryanne Posted November 16, 2005 Share Posted November 16, 2005 Hi Jen, What a blessing that was for your mom and you. Wow a big brother along with neices and nephews after all this time. This has made a difference for you mom. I am so happy for her. I pray for a miracle for her. But she certainly had her own miracle meeting her the son which she probably thought she would never see. What a touching story the certainly was good news. Maryanne Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kel M Posted November 16, 2005 Share Posted November 16, 2005 What a terrific post! I am so happy that you've discovered a brother and a larger extended family. Blessings to your Mom, you and your family. Kel Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mamasbabygirl Posted November 16, 2005 Share Posted November 16, 2005 This is quite a blessing. What a wonderful gift! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Donna G Posted November 16, 2005 Share Posted November 16, 2005 Thanks for sharing. Your mother must have loved this baby so much for she gave him life and allowed another to raise him. I am so happy that she got to meet her son all grown up and to see what a good decision she made years ago. Happy you got to meet him. Donna G Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rogfam Posted November 16, 2005 Share Posted November 16, 2005 Praise God! That is just beautiful. What a blessing for your family and at a perfect timing. Thanks for sharing with us. I have a similar story happening in my own home right now.. Maybe I'll be able to share a happy outcome as this soon! Christy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lisa O Posted November 16, 2005 Share Posted November 16, 2005 I am happy for your family that you were able to unite with your brother! I hope you all celebrate the December 10th anniversary together in style. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ann Posted November 16, 2005 Share Posted November 16, 2005 What a wonderful story. I know this will bring a lot of comfort to your mom right now. I am adopted and I remember the day I met my biological mother. Your story brings back so many memories for me. I'm so glad you have a big brother. It's a wonderful feeling to be "connected" to other people in life. I am saying prayers that your mom is able to enjoy a beautiful 40th anniversary on December 10th. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kasey Posted November 16, 2005 Share Posted November 16, 2005 What a moving story! It seems this has brought some comfort to your whole family. A miracle, wouldn't you say? Prayers that your family can celebrate that annniversary, and more prayers that the 'extended' family may be a source of strength as well. Kasey Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Patkid Posted November 16, 2005 Share Posted November 16, 2005 Isn't our GOD Amazing? Thank you for the gift of this story. Love Pat and Brian Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Don Wood Posted November 16, 2005 Share Posted November 16, 2005 What an amazing story, Jen! All of you are truly blessed. Dec. 10th is not that far away -- I'm thinking she will be here for all of you. Celebrate life! Don Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ry Posted November 16, 2005 Share Posted November 16, 2005 I am very happy that they found each other before she passed. What a wonderful comfort to her to know he grew up ok. We recently had a similar experience with my Aunt. When she passed away her son that had been searching for her found her via the death certificate. Her children now have a new brother. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Geri Posted November 17, 2005 Share Posted November 17, 2005 I now have goosebumps! What a heartwarming story. Take care Geri Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dazy Posted November 17, 2005 Share Posted November 17, 2005 Thank you for sharing such a beautiful story - it truly IS a blessing! I was adopted, too. I had the blessing of finally meeting my birth Dad (my "other" Dad, referred to in my profile) during the final days of his battle with LC. My life was so blessed in that short time... I'm SO very happy, for your Mom, and ALL of you. Praying that you may all enjoy peace, and love in the days ahead, and a lovely 40th Anniversary! ~Stacey Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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