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Secret Agent Mama — Thu, 05 Jun 2008 11:08:08 -0000

Oh Jeremy, I'm sorry I haven't been by... You guys remain in my thoughts and prayers.

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PG — Thu, 05 Jun 2008 01:18:05 -0000

these posts are beautiful and gut wrenching all at the same time. You are one strong dude (and I don't mean that in the you could kick my ass strong - although that's true too). May your strength give everyone in your life who needs it strength.

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jnbammer — Wed, 04 Jun 2008 23:08:49 -0000

Thanks Jim. I'm sure you would do the same for your family.

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jnbammer — Wed, 04 Jun 2008 23:07:54 -0000

I know the feeling man. Thanks for the thoughts.

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jnbammer — Wed, 04 Jun 2008 23:07:11 -0000

Thanks Lin.

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jnbammer — Wed, 04 Jun 2008 23:06:52 -0000

Thanks Sandy. We hope so too.

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Busydad — Wed, 04 Jun 2008 15:00:03 -0000

Jeremy, I admire you so much for being able to hold it together like this. I would not be as strong. Your family is very lucky to have you at the helm. Thank you for sharing this, as tense as I may be reading it.

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QuirkeeJames — Wed, 04 Jun 2008 14:49:15 -0000

Damn, Jeremy. You had my eyes all wet with this post. I was getting nervous reading it! Hope all is going well today.

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Lin Burress — Wed, 04 Jun 2008 12:38:01 -0000

Oh my gosh, I had no idea. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you. I cannot even imagine losing a child. I'm really hoping everything turns out alright with your little one.

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Sandy (Momisodes) — Wed, 04 Jun 2008 11:02:55 -0000

I am so sorry you had to go down this road again. A resus scenario is something no parent should ever have to witness done on their child. I am so sorry you've had to do this more than once. Fentanyl is certainly the drug of choice for infants (most pure and effective); however, part of me is curious if her HR drop was a reaction to the med (how quickly it was delivered). I hope and pray the apnea spells end and Caitlin recovers soon.

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jnbammer — Wed, 04 Jun 2008 10:25:29 -0000

Routine, normal, boring stuff would be very nice! Thanks Andrea.

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jnbammer — Wed, 04 Jun 2008 10:24:34 -0000

Thanks Jason.

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jnbammer — Wed, 04 Jun 2008 10:23:36 -0000

Thanks kspin.

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Andrea — Wed, 04 Jun 2008 10:02:37 -0000

Holy hell! I'm bawling just reading about this. I can't believe you had to live it! Giant hug for you and Lori because God, babies hurting and in serious danger have to be the worst thing there is to endure. I'm so sorry you had to endure it once with Laney, but twice, with Caitlin, that's just cruel. You're a strong man. And thank you for sharing these stories. I hope the next days, weeks, months and years go as routine as can be with Caitlin.

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jason — Wed, 04 Jun 2008 01:56:38 -0000

Heart-wrenching to say the least. I truly pray that Caitlyn's condition improves. I can't imagine having to go through it. The fact that you're able to write about it like this is amazing. She hopefully inherited your persererence. Thank you for sharing about Laney. I'm sorry for your loss. It's unfortunate that your current situation is rehashing some of those sad memories. As always...stay strong.

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kspin — Wed, 04 Jun 2008 00:32:55 -0000

I truly hope that Caitlin can be free of pain and danger very soon. I can't imagine the toll this is taking on you and your family. You are being a lot stronger than I would be and I know you're wife is grateful for that.

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jnbammer — Tue, 03 Jun 2008 23:53:57 -0000

That's amazing about your friend. It's great to hear success stories! Kids are usually very resilient, if they have a fighting chance, they always seem to take it and run.

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jnbammer — Tue, 03 Jun 2008 23:50:47 -0000

I know - I look forward to getting back to my normal light-hearted self.

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jnbammer — Tue, 03 Jun 2008 23:50:11 -0000

Fortunately, we have a great support network, and Lori and I have helped each other. Thanks Kelby.

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jnbammer — Tue, 03 Jun 2008 23:49:26 -0000

Nightmare is a good analogy. Looking forward to waking up from this dream though. Thanks for the thoughts and prayers.

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Jeff Tincher — Tue, 03 Jun 2008 22:31:16 -0000

just dm you on twitter, but hang in there. I can feel your stress and after reading this post I pray that everything starts the upward climb. You and your wife must be exhausted and I give you credit. I'd be at the hospital night and day as well. My friend's first born was 4 or 5 months premature. She is now 7 years old and doing great! It's take a great Dad to share this with others!!

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jamiegrove — Tue, 03 Jun 2008 22:15:26 -0000

Intense, Jeremy. Seriously intense.

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Kelby — Tue, 03 Jun 2008 22:06:59 -0000

Wow, wow, wow, wow!!!! How awful for you! I'm so glad she is OK, but I can't imagine how hard this all was for you!
:(

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Nola — Tue, 03 Jun 2008 22:06:17 -0000

This is a parent's nightmare. And unfair for any parent to endure it twice. What heartache! My thoughts and prayers will be with you and your family through this ordeal. Stay strong!

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jnbammer — Tue, 03 Jun 2008 21:58:40 -0000

Thanks for the prayers Lisa.