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About two weeks ago...

...I posted a comment on the blog of my favorite author, Robert Jordan. He's been recently diagnosed with amyloidosis, and is undergoing recurring treatments at the Mayo Clinic. I've been keeping track of his progress on his blog, and made a comment there about how I've recently begun re-informing myself on his progress after dealing (and continuing to deal) with the loss of my son.

Mr. Jordan routinely makes specific comments in his blog relating to those made by his fans. Well, I know it's nothing special, but he took the time to say this in his last post:

"For Joshua Young, man, with what you have in your own life, I can’t imagine that you would waste two seconds on this bog. God be with you, Josh. You have my prayers."

I'd be lying if I said I didn't get a little bit excited to read that. I actually kind of inaudibly gasped. It's kind of a "I didn't actually expect to even get noticed among the 60+ other comments made on the day of the post I responded to" moment. I didn't post a comment at his blog to fish for a reply, or to fish for any kind of notice. Believe me, I'd rather that no one had any reason to notice us, or read this blog because Aaron was born on time, and came home with us like everything was normal.

Mr. Jordan, thank you for taking the time, with all that you are struggling with, to notice me, my wife, and my son. I'll continue to keep you in my prayers as you heal.

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Anonymous said…
Time will go on and hearts will heel. But your little Angel touched so many hearts and he will continue to do so even while in Heaven. You are both still in my thoughts and prayers everyday. And Aaron is in my heart!!! That blog was really exciting!
Love you guys!
Hanna
9:22 AM
Anonymous said…
Niki,

It was good to see you this weekend. I'm glad we got to laugh together a little bit, Even if it was a Bobbie's expense:. I love reading the blog you inspire me to be the best mother that I can and to love and cherish Morgan everyday. I love the poem about what makes a mother. You are a wonderful mother.
Love,
Sara
1:16 PM
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