My girls entered into this world in a cloud of optimism. Really, it's all I had. I was hospitalized 23 weeks into my pregnancy because of preterm labor. And I was lucky for the additional 13 days that medical intervention gave me to keep my girls in their warm, safe environment inside me just a little longer.
Once they were here, the statistics were grim. If they survived, it was likely that they would have medical, physical, and cognitive challenges that would hinder them for the rest of their lives.
But, I was always optimistic. Always. I choose to look at life with my glass half-full rather than half-empty.
We had our challenges and obstacles to overcome while the girls were in the NICU. Lots of scares and sleepless nights wondering if they would be okay, but those positive thoughts were always there.
And three years later, my girls continue to amaze me on a daily basis. They are happy, healthy little girls who remind me that looking at life through optimistic eyes is where it all started. I hope that this is one quality they learn from their mama. The glass is always half-full.
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20 comments:
That was an awesome PSF! I can't imagine how scary that would be to have all three of your babies in NICU.
Good thing they are proving those doctors wrong. :)
beautifully said!
this, casey, is one of the reasons i love you. your optimism shines through and really helped me during my darkest of days with my trio. thank you, so much!
Kudos to you and your beautiful family! I'm sure it was hard to stay positive in uncertain times but it sounds like you weathered it gracefully!
and THAT, my dear, is one of the MANY reasons why i love you! couldn't have said it better myself! and i voted for you!!! have an awesome weekend!!!
the glass is half full and its people like your kids that make that statment true
great photo friday
Such a great reminder to keep looking at the glass half full. Your girls have such an amazing story.
They are poster kiddos for optimism!
I love the picture of the three of them sitting at the table from the back. SO cute!
How can you not look at those 3 beauties and feel anything but pure hope! And optimism! Hooray!
Your girls continue to amaze me. I remember the first time I found your blog and spent hours reading about your girls. You inspire me daily. I'm heading back over to vote for yOU..:)
i just read about this on another blog! what a great story
That is a great story of optimism. The power of positive thinking.
so sweet.
I love your optimism, and I know you are teaching your girls that wonderful quality through example. Come to think of it you NEVER complain.:)..I love you, and my girls. Great PSF!!
What a wonderful post-- great reminder for all of us :) The girls are adorable, as always!
Beautiful optimism post. =)
I love this.
My son too was born under a cloud of Optimism- love it!!!
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This brought tears to my eyes. I just love your story and your girls are a beautiful reminder that life has wonderful surprises.
Awesome optimism Casey. I love it. And I have no doubt that your girls will live life knowing the glass is always half full :)
Love this!!
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