tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16472457.post5983726312251289517..comments2024-01-18T17:19:45.899-06:00Comments on The Hartley Hooligans: ExtremesGwenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10963513665015373305noreply@blogger.comBlogger12125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16472457.post-81427180086983697032013-07-23T01:26:28.496-05:002013-07-23T01:26:28.496-05:00My first thought was your reaction to being percei...My first thought was your reaction to being perceived as something special for what you do. I laughed when you said you laughed but really, you guys are special. There is something that just kind of makes one want to crumble for a minute when put on the spot with sympathy, compassion or praise. I feel like you represent yourself honestly here. I can only imagine how seeing you guys in real life must really affect people. If your total devotion and love for your kids is so emotionally obvious on a blog, it must really bowl people over in real life. Not surprised that you get approached with comments or praise! momsmomhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06024336785725463504noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16472457.post-14373187321062632462013-07-12T06:26:50.764-05:002013-07-12T06:26:50.764-05:00First of all, Claire's outfit but especially t...First of all, Claire's outfit but especially the shoes! OMG, they are too die for!<br />Gwen, you naturally attract people likes moths to a flame. It is because people know you (and Scott too) are safe because you are so honest. You aren't trying to b.s. anyone into thinking anything that is not true and real. I think most people appreciate that in others. Most people are walking around tied up in their own insecurities and trying to fit in. When I think of the time I spent regretting that my kids didn't act one way or another when they were younger...well frankly, it is embarrassing. My own insecurities caused me to waste a lot of experiences worrying that they might not be doing the right thing. How silly. Your girls (and Cal) are such great examples of your good, faithful, loving parenting. It is just rare to see parents who are totally committed to their children body, mind and soul. XXXXOOOO JeanieAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16472457.post-68701039350031493362013-07-11T22:00:57.103-05:002013-07-11T22:00:57.103-05:00I LOVE THIS FAMILY!!!!!I LOVE THIS FAMILY!!!!!PEGGY Hnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16472457.post-72035831921542272392013-07-11T04:29:14.910-05:002013-07-11T04:29:14.910-05:00oh, I love you Gwen, and your whole family. Can...oh, I love you Gwen, and your whole family. Can't wait to meet you all someday. It'll happen - you know it! Dawn@Lighten Up!https://www.blogger.com/profile/06301481567651330133noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16472457.post-66749880127611885192013-07-10T22:27:32.024-05:002013-07-10T22:27:32.024-05:00We love those girls with all our hearts. We see t...We love those girls with all our hearts. We see them as "special". Not for their needs but for who they are. Beautiful, unique, human beings that are part of our family. And even though you down play how special you and Scott are. I don't know any other people in the world that would be better parents for those girls than you guys. Love you GAnonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11062965249678077645noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16472457.post-63048776033924224432013-07-10T22:06:27.427-05:002013-07-10T22:06:27.427-05:00OMGosh Gwen you have hit the nail on the head righ...OMGosh Gwen you have hit the nail on the head right there!!!! I usually sit with a silent grin or a silent tear reading your posts and sometimes even a hearty chuckle!! Our 18yr old daughter Alannah has Spastic Quadriplegic Cerebral palsy, epilepsy, severe scoliosis, she is PEG fed and also blind. Needless to say I would NEVER say "I know how you feel!!" But I understand where you are coming from!! I believe over the years my emotions have some what hardened and I don't remember transforming into this pushy, abrupt and very (how shall I put it..) Black and White person!! (Definitely no grey here!!! lol)But the one thing that reduces me to tears EVERY time is unexpected praise and love from some random passer by! They don't know me..they don't know how sometimes all I need (but certainly do not expect!) is just a little pat on the back, a little reassurance that yes I am doing the right thing by our beautiful sweet "forever baby". So for you Gwen...Keep up the good work, you are an AMAZING mother. Consider this my pat on the back to you. Thank you. oxLisa Radley (Australia)noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16472457.post-37410906393577627972013-07-10T22:00:05.745-05:002013-07-10T22:00:05.745-05:00i love reading your blog.
you are an inspiration....i love reading your blog. <br />you are an inspiration. <br />you are able to put into words so many of the things i feel and think but can't find words for. <br />someday, i hope that Teal'c and I can meet you and your girls. (and of course the rest of our families meet as well) <br /><br />mama of manyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15366625494334602199noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16472457.post-41570979665144735332013-07-10T21:31:01.539-05:002013-07-10T21:31:01.539-05:00I am not good with words at all and I so love how ...I am not good with words at all and I so love how you are good with expressing yourself! I read what you say and think of certain things you say often in my days! And yes you do "change peoples' opinions about children with special needs or maybe help them not fear the unknown with kiddos like ours." --- You say it spot on. You're not fake and not trying to impress. You're you. Beautiful you! With such a unique special beautiful family! xoxoxoxoDawnahhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11824906513667835311noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16472457.post-32476604281087119132013-07-10T21:22:52.291-05:002013-07-10T21:22:52.291-05:00I so love this blog! Im so glad you run into peopl...I so love this blog! Im so glad you run into people who cherish your girls and you! As a mom of a special needs kid I know how awesome of an experience that is. You are awesome :)And PS that double wheelchair is the bomb! Nice wheels girls!Amanda Byersdorferhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12287497835239634612noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16472457.post-42609651877604277252013-07-10T21:21:11.514-05:002013-07-10T21:21:11.514-05:00I love this blog, as a mom with a child with speci...I love this blog, as a mom with a child with special needs I totally get what you are saying. Im so glad you run in to people who hug and love on you and the girls. You are awesome!Amanda Byersdorferhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12287497835239634612noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16472457.post-3493946754978584272013-07-10T21:19:11.119-05:002013-07-10T21:19:11.119-05:00Beautiful. Every time you post pictures of them I...Beautiful. Every time you post pictures of them I'm reminded of what precious gifts they are from God! Seriously! Anyone who has known your family knows what a treasure your children are. They bring out the best in us, and as a friend put it, are 'little flashlights' that shine on our selfishness and remind us of all the things we need to work on to be better human beings and better parents. Maryhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00463808246743563481noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16472457.post-40059152523394209482013-07-10T21:07:06.573-05:002013-07-10T21:07:06.573-05:00Awesome blog, as always. Lump in throat. Our girl ...Awesome blog, as always. Lump in throat. Our girl has the same effect on some people too, maybe not to the same extent as your double trouble! <br />Much love from NZLisa Hillhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02352490078213016129noreply@blogger.com