tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7707332630639933436.post7292162812988426265..comments2024-02-21T07:58:44.752-05:00Comments on The Great Umbrella Heist: The 'reason why I blog' postSarahhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09856102708963900512noreply@blogger.comBlogger60125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7707332630639933436.post-46575003808202039142012-02-11T00:07:43.911-05:002012-02-11T00:07:43.911-05:00I was first drawn to your blog because you were a ...I was first drawn to your blog because you were a baby loss mom and also had a baby with spina bifida. I have always loved reading about your sweet Abbey and also how Anna is doing with her bifida. Even though my son passed away I have a soft spot for kids with it and love hearing how well they are doing. I of course have fell in love with both Allie and Emily also and hearing all about life with triplets. <br /><br />I haven't experienced any negative comments on my blog yet but don't know why some people just can't keep there mouths shut. I hope you continue to write because I love reading it all. And thanks again for the comment you left on my blog last week.Beckyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11917822168137274298noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7707332630639933436.post-47379138159448040752012-02-10T14:20:17.623-05:002012-02-10T14:20:17.623-05:00sarah i check your blog for new posts everyday and...sarah i check your blog for new posts everyday and love hearing about the girls. you are a brilliant mummy and have a wonderful family.twinsplus3https://www.blogger.com/profile/08838493775994367252noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7707332630639933436.post-18997556747506915572012-02-10T08:50:16.707-05:002012-02-10T08:50:16.707-05:00I've never understood rudeness...and I don'...I've never understood rudeness...and I don't think I want to. Your blog is wonderful and no one has the right to judge...I think your family is awesome and wish I had a Grammy to watch my 8 month old daughter. Go Grammy!! Also, the girls' are too funny...thanks for cheering my days up with your posts....I appreciate it.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7707332630639933436.post-49011245418641033902012-02-09T01:12:24.005-05:002012-02-09T01:12:24.005-05:00Yes, found your comment, thank you! Yes, my Zarlee...Yes, found your comment, thank you! Yes, my Zarlee is a fighter....fights with her sisters and brother constantly! What she lacks is size, she sure makes up with her feisty attitude! <br />Thinking you should forget your trip to Disneyland, and instead plan a trip to Australia! Beautiful, summer weather here at the moment....<br />Keep blogging. I don't know what I would do without my daily check in! I have done so for so many years now! <br />Thanks again for the comment!Daniellehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02957337984174283535noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7707332630639933436.post-58795586299612133212012-02-08T19:57:34.025-05:002012-02-08T19:57:34.025-05:00Danielle - I hope you see this. Of course I remem...Danielle - I hope you see this. Of course I remember you! I was just thinking about you not that long ago. Zarlee is a fighter! Your comment almost made me cry - it is so good to hear from you.Sarahhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09856102708963900512noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7707332630639933436.post-26580685022904220922012-02-08T18:04:10.265-05:002012-02-08T18:04:10.265-05:00I love the way you write about your adorable girls...I love the way you write about your adorable girls and the way you write about parenting. I love your photos (I'm a hobby photographer myself - though I prefer Canon ;-) ) <br />So my hope is to still be able to check in here every night!<br />Thank you for sharing your honest thoughts!Ramatoahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15117637030297521953noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7707332630639933436.post-19665619783196623082012-02-08T09:12:24.814-05:002012-02-08T09:12:24.814-05:00I haven't read all the comments and I'm co...I haven't read all the comments and I'm coming into this very late, but I wanted to add a perspective that perhaps has been discussed less. <br /><br />Your blogging has made a difference in my life and that of my family. Your honest discussion and sharing of Abbey's story was at the forefront of my mind when I was told that my daughter no longer had a heartbeat. My ability to process and deal was enhanced by having "known" you and in my case, this meant more time in-utero for her twin brother. <br /><br />So thank you again. <br /><br />And now with our upcoming surprise twins who are stubborn enough to defeat an IUD with our surviving twin from that pregnancy only being 18 months when they'll be born, your ability to handle and love everyone giving them time including occasionally yourself is an inspiration. <br /><br />I will be working. It's really not a question. I'm an actuary and my income matters. And it's not really a field that you can walk away from a decade an walk back into. Also, I don't think I'd be a good full-time stay-at-home parent, but that's another issue. We are going to make things work as best we can. We are lucky enough to both have offices within a mile or so of the house and some ability to work remotely. But when it comes down to it, we do the best we can for our children and that is it.<br /><br />Thank you again for you.Wileyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17276125021264602754noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7707332630639933436.post-16390535279261845372012-02-08T08:12:26.251-05:002012-02-08T08:12:26.251-05:00I originally found your blog through HDYDI...love ...I originally found your blog through HDYDI...love your photography and stories that are always an encouragement to me with twins just a little behind your girls in age. (I also have a daughter a little older). I suppose no-one can expect someone with no children to even begin to understand how intense life with multiples really is, and how moms have to do what moms have to do... I can tell you are a mom who really really cares, and thank goodness for the Grammys of the world!! Your story is always positive and encouraging to me-- THANK YOU!Susanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07240628743369250207noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7707332630639933436.post-57303521765661835842012-02-08T02:32:27.341-05:002012-02-08T02:32:27.341-05:00Sarah, I really enjoy reading your blog each morni...Sarah, I really enjoy reading your blog each morning! My husband and I don't have children yet, hopefully soon, but we both have intense careers like you are your husband and I enjoy reading your entrees about trying to find the balance. It's something I worry I will struggle with and you do great with it so it gives me hope!! I also really enjoy your camera tutorials as I'm a beginner who has recently gotten off of auto and gone to manual :)Matt & Shanahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16229837202883512318noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7707332630639933436.post-45099797563806690802012-02-07T22:14:55.917-05:002012-02-07T22:14:55.917-05:00You are flippin awesome!! Way to go, Sarah!!You are flippin awesome!! Way to go, Sarah!!Amihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14644692697515016809noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7707332630639933436.post-49842653503833636262012-02-07T21:30:00.613-05:002012-02-07T21:30:00.613-05:00I think it's great that the girls get to spend...I think it's great that the girls get to spend so much time with their grandmother. My mammaw used to watch me and my sister while my parents worked and did so for many many years. She passed away in 2005 and I love that I was able to spend so much time wtih her and have so many memories. My paternal grandparents lived out of state so I only saw them maybe once a year and I am not nearly as close to them as I am my maternal grandparents. Now that I have a daughter my mom watches her while I work. She doesn't do it because she has to, she does it because she WANTS to. When I started looking at daycares she was slightly offended that I was even considering it and immediately jumped on the opportunity to watch my little one. She recently had a week off because my husband was on vacation and all she talked about was how much she missed spending time with her grandbaby.Jennhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16644814172456275478noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7707332630639933436.post-65071780013297623532012-02-07T21:26:50.696-05:002012-02-07T21:26:50.696-05:00Wow. Sarah, I emailed you back and forward a few y...Wow. Sarah, I emailed you back and forward a few years back to tell you I was an avid reader of your blog. (Don't know if you remember!) I too have still read each and every day for as long as I remember! I too don't comment, as I know you are busy, and don't want to "annoy" you with comments, but please know, I still read each and every day! My Zarlee (my surviving identical triplet) is now four, has started kinder, is STILL diagnosed as failure to thrive (she is still not even 10kg.... Which is under 22 pound, I think?), and I love checking in with your girls, seeing what "could have been".<br />I too have gone back to work part time, and you are my inspiration; I always think "if you can do it full time, with three the same age, I can do it part time! <br />And yes, whilst you are extremely lucky to have Grammy help out, I am sure Grammy feels extremely lucky to be apart of your lives too! That's what family do, and you are all helping to raise wonderful girls, who I am sure when they are adults will help each other with their kid's. You are all wonderful role models to the girls, and they will grow up happy and well adjusted with so many adults loving, and caring for them! <br />The old saying " it takes a community to raise a child" is true! And you are all doing an amazing job! Keep up the good work!<br />Danielle, Gold Coast, Australia.Daniellehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02957337984174283535noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7707332630639933436.post-59919919891616934862012-02-07T21:26:17.700-05:002012-02-07T21:26:17.700-05:00Get fired up, Grammy! People can be so ignorant. T...Get fired up, Grammy! People can be so ignorant. The girls are lucky to have time with Grammy, and she's lucky to get to be with them.Wendyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03274131264256502123noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7707332630639933436.post-73224527376687011952012-02-07T21:18:46.769-05:002012-02-07T21:18:46.769-05:00I am also a "daily reader" of your blog,...I am also a "daily reader" of your blog, but like some of the other commenters said, I didn't want to come across as a stalker! I am not even a mom myself, but can't wait to be someday. Your girls are beautiful and I love how down to earth you are. I hope you continue blogging because there are many people who love to read your blog, myself included!Lindsayhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16777520614013021302noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7707332630639933436.post-30430504154305423622012-02-07T21:17:14.024-05:002012-02-07T21:17:14.024-05:00This comment has been removed by the author.Lindsayhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16777520614013021302noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7707332630639933436.post-54986096601213030552012-02-07T20:16:07.112-05:002012-02-07T20:16:07.112-05:00I also don't comment frequently, but have been...I also don't comment frequently, but have been a long time reader since probably just after you started your blog. I love reading about your girls. I especially love hearing updates on Anna's health (as a fellow shunt bearer). All your children are so beautiful and they are all such a blessing. <br /><br />I'm not a mom yet, but my husband and I have discussed the reality of childcare when we do have children. Daycare is so expensive (can't imagine the cost x3) and it is wonderful that Grammy is able and willing to stay with your girls. It is amazing that she will be able to have such a close relationship with all of her grandchildren. I hope my future children will have as close a relationship with their grandparents. And as you said because of Anna's special needs, she can't have just anyone stay home with her. It is becoming more and more common for grandparents to be the "daycare" provider for grandkids. So you are not alone in that respect. You, Rich and Grammy, and all other family members that help care for your girls are doing a wonderful job raising happy and healthy children.Teresahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10560720881957038229noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7707332630639933436.post-57972627408720386952012-02-07T18:28:37.673-05:002012-02-07T18:28:37.673-05:00I love reading your blog. I think all mothers fac...I love reading your blog. I think all mothers face tough decisions whether they work or stay home with their child. You make sacrifices either way.<br /><br />I'm pretty shocked by the rude comments--and that chick Andrea doesn't even have kids! Judegemental much? What on earth is just basing her opinion on? Apparently she has no idea how much work kids are. You are so blessed to have your mom help you out.<br /><br />My mom is going to retire soon and help take care of my daughter so I can return to work part time. I've been home for a year and was so lucky to be, but I can't stay home forever and my mom can't wait to spend time with her grandchild. I feel so lucky to have family close by to help. <br /><br />I would just ignore the rude comments or delete them as soon as you realize they are negative. No one is forcing them to read your blog. Sheesh!Laura Donohuehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00503060100226281736noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7707332630639933436.post-88486693639350274792012-02-07T18:08:03.294-05:002012-02-07T18:08:03.294-05:00No matter what you blog about, I'll be here re...No matter what you blog about, I'll be here reading.<br />Long time supporter of you.<br />xoHope's Mamahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04984543289642681339noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7707332630639933436.post-78678481670568356782012-02-07T17:43:26.080-05:002012-02-07T17:43:26.080-05:00Hi, I've been a reader (lurker?) since I got p...Hi, I've been a reader (lurker?) since I got pregnant with twins over a year and a half ago. I just wanted to say I love your blog. My twins had a rough start and have special needs and reading your blog and seeing your great family gives me a lot of hope. ok, back to reading and lurking.komurphyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14372649373838942661noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7707332630639933436.post-8688445331022770262012-02-07T16:34:50.758-05:002012-02-07T16:34:50.758-05:00WOW, I went back and read for myself. CLEARLY peop...WOW, I went back and read for myself. CLEARLY people who have no childen and absolutly NO basis for their opinion should keep their trap shut!! Sorry people are so completely RUDE!!Complicatedhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05511398173950896092noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7707332630639933436.post-81405822425683220542012-02-07T16:21:06.950-05:002012-02-07T16:21:06.950-05:00I don't know what the negative comments were, ...I don't know what the negative comments were, but I gather from other's comments they were about your mom watching the girls. I am also a full time working mother and my husband works full time. I was also lucky enough to have a mother willing to watch my two children until they were school aged. I can only speak for myself, but working outside of my home was never what I wanted, but what needed to happen to provide basic and semi comfortable living for my family. We DO NOT have a ton of money for extras but we don't starve either, we just make it by. It's a very personal decision and is never entered into easily. I 100% agree with you that it's on ones right to judge others, that's for higher powers to do. Keep your head up, you're a great mom who clearly loves and cares for her girls! And good for Grammy for getting mad, she's right too!Complicatedhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05511398173950896092noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7707332630639933436.post-66228849582875969842012-02-07T16:17:40.078-05:002012-02-07T16:17:40.078-05:00I'll add my comment to those who have been pre...I'll add my comment to those who have been previously silent - I normally read on my phone and don't comment. I look forward to reading your blog as often as you post. I sometimes check out those other "hip" blogs, mostly as a window into a foreign species. But I connect with your blog the most because you have a down-to-earth perspective on real life as a working MoM, you share many of my interests (although you are much better than me), and most importantly, you are NOT sappy and overly obsessed with fashion. Thank you for that!<br /><br />It is wonderful that your family is nearby to be so involved with your girls, especially with Anna's special needs. But if they weren't, you'd still find a way to make it work. We all do the best we can with what we've got to work with. And seriously, if someone is so judgmental of you (an internet stranger in a completely different situation) that it is affecting her own personal decisions, she's got bigger problems. Because daycare isn't "evil" - but that's a different soapbox.<br /><br />One last thing, while I'm dumping everything into one comment - I loved the change when you got rid of your sidebar. Much easier for us phone readers to appreciate your beautiful photography!Unknownhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09942012494328318783noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7707332630639933436.post-51981825753093750692012-02-07T16:08:31.711-05:002012-02-07T16:08:31.711-05:00New follower of your blog! I think it's amazin...New follower of your blog! I think it's amazing. I love your photos and all the funny stories you share! I am very excited to follow along!<br /><br />And regarding the Grammy thing...I grew up far away from my grandparents and would have done anything to be able to spend that sort of quality time with them growing up. I think it's great that she is able and willing to be so involved in the girl's lives! Way to go Grammy!Danielle https://www.blogger.com/profile/14472582071045116526noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7707332630639933436.post-48796288193172397842012-02-07T15:22:31.244-05:002012-02-07T15:22:31.244-05:00Hi Sarah,
I have been reading your blog for almost...Hi Sarah,<br />I have been reading your blog for almost 2 years and I try to read every day. I don't always pay attention to the comments and after going back and reading them I can not believe that someone would post that. It is obvious that you are wonderful parents and do everything possible for your girls. Part of that is having to work outside the home at a job to help provide for them. I am a working mom with 2 little girls who are 18 months apart. I would love to stay at home but that is just not possible for us. Some people have that luxury but not everybody can and we should not be judged. <br /><br />Also, it is Grammy's business what she does. We live on the East coast away from all of our family but I know my parents or in-laws would jump at the chance to watch our girls if possible and if there was a special circumstance (medical issue) they would go above and beyond to help with anything.<br /><br />I just want to let you know that I love your blog and would be very sad if you closed down the blog. I am not a MoM but I can connect with you because we are both working moms with a lot on our plate...and we love to sew. Yours is the only blog that I have stuck with this long and I hope you know how much we all appreciate what you do!<br />Lots of love,<br />ErinErinhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15774815108084304220noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7707332630639933436.post-24220681842072840212012-02-07T14:57:10.748-05:002012-02-07T14:57:10.748-05:00Hi Sarah,
I really really hope you don't close...Hi Sarah,<br />I really really hope you don't close shop! I have come across your blog almost 2 years ago and have been reading it ever since - I feel like I know your girls. In fact, I'm totally not a serial blog-reader. There are only two blogs in the entire internet universe that I follow and yours is one of them - I love both your writing and your photos. Checking in with you is usually what I do with my morning cup of coffee. <br />As to lack of comments - frankly I never left comments because I didn't want to come across as a stalker :) (after all you, you don't know me, plus I don't have a blog on blogger). I was thinking of emailing you though to let you know that a random working mom of 2 in CT (who happens to be an accounting professor) is an avid follower. (you used to have an email address somewhere?). <br />And my mom laments the fact that she still has years until she can retire and watch her grandkids. <br />Please keep sharing!!!!!!AlinaLhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05720624804493163235noreply@blogger.com