tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5454821777241580000.post7228462667945825920..comments2023-10-30T08:46:07.239-04:00Comments on Kate's Journey: FearsKate Hansenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04167179871743571284noreply@blogger.comBlogger13125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5454821777241580000.post-57165697140526739952008-04-23T11:35:00.000-04:002008-04-23T11:35:00.000-04:00I haven't met Tracy, but that post sums it up!Jaso...I haven't met Tracy, but that post sums it up!<BR/><BR/>Jason and Carolyn - You guys are my my heros!.https://www.blogger.com/profile/12041852519540571220noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5454821777241580000.post-82149809140193859202008-04-20T22:13:00.000-04:002008-04-20T22:13:00.000-04:00Oh, what a sweetie. No advice, but I know you are...Oh, what a sweetie. No advice, but I know you are a wonderful mom to Kate and have been so strong through all of this. She'll just remember the love she felt from you, when she returns to "normal".Tanyahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00279008478467796400noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5454821777241580000.post-66027554722403622222008-04-18T20:28:00.000-04:002008-04-18T20:28:00.000-04:00Just LOVE her!! She is precious.Just LOVE her!! She is precious.Tracyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00384065808907335196noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5454821777241580000.post-86194267317461929142008-04-18T15:51:00.000-04:002008-04-18T15:51:00.000-04:00those were pretty big smiles on both of your faces...those were pretty big smiles on both of your faces this morning. Let's hope she has moved past some of the anxiety after having a good day. baby steps. We'll have fun running off those worries (for a while at least)tomorrow...in the rain. love you. your strength and mothering skills are amazing.angelahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06207094875206826941noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5454821777241580000.post-31575791239629962432008-04-18T13:15:00.000-04:002008-04-18T13:15:00.000-04:00You've been given lots of good advice now follow y...You've been given lots of good advice now follow your heart... you'll know what's best for Kate!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5454821777241580000.post-91134798224237869242008-04-18T12:01:00.000-04:002008-04-18T12:01:00.000-04:00Hug, Hug....Kiss, Kiss (Carrie!) Make some curry ...Hug, Hug....Kiss, Kiss (Carrie!) Make some curry tonight and know I LOVE YOU!BIGSKYBLASThttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10488969948702166633noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5454821777241580000.post-20307080667766506182008-04-18T11:55:00.000-04:002008-04-18T11:55:00.000-04:00I certainly don't know the answer and can't begin ...I certainly don't know the answer and can't begin to completely understand what a struggle this must be for you and Kate but do pray for you and your family constantly. I know you will follow your instincts and find what works ... even if it has to change and adjust as the circumstances dictate. I simply can't wait to see you soon and meet Kate (and the rest of your crew) so I can give her a big hug!!!Karihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11526667701054722332noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5454821777241580000.post-7573444144861960952008-04-18T11:52:00.000-04:002008-04-18T11:52:00.000-04:00Not that I know exactly how you feel and what you ...Not that I know exactly how you feel and what you have gone through with Kate (other then reading it from your blog), But with what I have gone though over the last year... I know all about anxiety. Josh is kind of in your shoes (as far as having to deal with someone who is having anxiety problems). When I had to think about going back to work (or even sometimes just getting up in the morning), I would just panic inside. And he had to deal with my emotions. He has been so patient. All I can say is let her take her time but not get too used to the "pampering" of being at home and having mommy and daddy sleep with her. She's obviously feeling things inside whether she knows exactly how to express them to you or not. It sounds as though you are doing everything right and everything you CAN do for her. Just as Kasey said... be consistent with her. Kids need that stability. <BR/><BR/>I am so excited that I might be able to make the "girls trip" with you guys. It has been far too long since we've all been together. Hope it all works out. Love youMoss & Fern Cottagehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10661236808667846272noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5454821777241580000.post-557975430485026162008-04-18T10:51:00.000-04:002008-04-18T10:51:00.000-04:00Wow, that is a tricky balanncing act for sure. So...Wow, that is a tricky balanncing act for sure. So glad to hear she's home again, though.<BR/><BR/>Even as an adult, I sometimes struggle when my routine changes, and have a hard time adjusting. Even though being in the hospital isn't "fun," she DID have the comfort of your constant companionship and attention, so it doesn't surprise me that she should want to stay home for more TLC vs going back to school. Just continue to be consistent. I am constantly amazed at your balancing, juggling and parenting skills!<BR/><BR/>Tell Kate I am SO looking forward to visiting her (and you!) in a few weeks. :) Love you guys!Kaseyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12835701399105294561noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5454821777241580000.post-66190359576219011532008-04-18T10:27:00.000-04:002008-04-18T10:27:00.000-04:00We weren't sure if Izzy would ever be social again...We weren't sure if Izzy would ever be social again, but after about 3 straight months of feeling well she is finally talking to kids and playing again. Of course on steroid weeks or the day after Methotrexate she is back to my arms and being a completely whiny introvert. Someday you'll look back and sigh that this has passed. Keep hangin' on!Kerrihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14975200681232571721noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5454821777241580000.post-78288586169911298792008-04-18T08:38:00.000-04:002008-04-18T08:38:00.000-04:00Thanks Mom! There is nothing like a Grandma's exp...Thanks Mom! There is nothing like a Grandma's experience to help ease a Mom's worries.Carolyn Hansenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08072298640987885148noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5454821777241580000.post-88330077812115322042008-04-18T07:59:00.000-04:002008-04-18T07:59:00.000-04:00I would say "all of the above" and the fact that t...I would say "all of the above" and the fact that there really are no clear sleep patterns in the hospital. Her anxiety at school (even the mention of it) isn't all that "out there" either. Even after surgeries I would drag my feet and get weepy at returning to work. No idea why. When forced to return to life, life quickly returned. <BR/><BR/>Is she going to any extra curricular? Maybe a wade-in approach. <BR/><BR/>Don't worry? Now WHO ON EARTH would suggest such a thing. Moms are professional worries (someone has to be!)<BR/><BR/>Hang in there, Carrie. You're just on the balance beam again!<BR/><BR/>Love you guys.BIGSKYBLASThttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10488969948702166633noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5454821777241580000.post-74254301902431738402008-04-18T00:50:00.000-04:002008-04-18T00:50:00.000-04:00I haven't checked Kate's blog for a few days and h...I haven't checked Kate's blog for a few days and had NO IDEA the week you've been having. I am so sorry. I would worry too. I can only imagine the trauma the Hansen family has endured through Kate's journey, but Kate being at the head of it as she has actually been the one who is sick. You are all in my prayers...The Bellyakers...https://www.blogger.com/profile/14749786836612070680noreply@blogger.com