The story of a real hero

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Originally posted by 2000stanggirl


Thank you, Andy. I have not yet learned to take any credit for Brayden's survival, or recent developmental accomplishments. Perhaps some day, but for now I believe that all I have done is what any mother should do. I have given my son unconditional love, been there to love away the pain, taught him that "can't" does not exist, and encouraged him to reach for the higher bar in everything he does. I have given this both of my sons this.

Interestingly, Brayden, whom doctors said would not survive, and if he did he would be little more than a vegtable. Now, at the age of 4 3/4 he knows what most other 4 year old's know, and he can count to ten in 4 different languages. No one will ever convince me that he has sub-normal intelligence, or that he is unable to succeed in life.

No way for you to accept credit? You are the sole person who believed in your son enough for him to fight. He was fighting for himself and you.


My neighbors are in the EXACT situation you are in. Their daughter Paula is 7 and weighs about 35lbs. She has to wear glasses as well, and has the tube in her stomach, even though she can eat orally. Both of your stories are about identical. Maxine was the one who stayed with her while Sam sat on the backporch drinking Busch and smoking dope. He loved his daughter to death, but couldn't drop his addictions. Well, a year ago, he found Christ, and dropped everything. He said it was a message from God that his daughter needed him. I've helped them out with many of things, and I can ONLY IMAGINE how tough, yet rewarding, it is to take care of your child.

I must admit...you got some tears rolling from me too.