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About atruerarity

Parents of two girls. Bringing home one boy. One boy with Jesus. Loving one other little boy and fundraising to help him go home to a family.

A Normal Day

I don’t know why I typed this. For some reason I wanted to write it down. A day at home. Normal version. 6:15 – Brian’s alarm goes off and I go back to sleep, listening to the beginning stirs of … Continue reading

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Things Daniel Says

Medical update on the bottom. Ello Danny! (whenever he sees somebody) All goh (for all done or all gone) EeeeeT (when it’s time to eat) Nigh-nigh (when he’s ready for bed) Diapah! (When I go to change his diaper) Eeen … Continue reading

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Daniel – One Month Home

Daniel is a darling. He really is a treasure. The girls love him and are always interrupting their meals and chores to go help Daniel. Yesterday they were all sitting on the couch watching Mr. Rogers… I asked why they … Continue reading

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Pictures from Home

Just wanted to say… I found the cord for the camera! Here are a few pictures. I’m doing well and so is the whole family. We’re finding our new rhythm and I’m spending my time feeding boys, changing diapers, blending … Continue reading

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Making the Call

It takes a lot of phone calls and messages and online research and talking with other special needs parents to “make the call.” Decisions like: What to feed a child who is malnourished? How about constipation prone? How about through … Continue reading

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