Update on Baby Aiden...Mr. RolexH's Birthday, 12/03/02

[Bumpkin]

My Prayers are with you darling baby.

"Proud Member Of The I Loff Starman Babies Clique"

[Midnight's Momma]

Hey folks...this is a joyous day for baby Aiden and his family.... Let's stick to the joy of the day for them, ok?

~~~~~ "There are only two ways to live your life. One is as though nothing is a miracle. The other is as though everything is a miracle." Albert Einstein

[This message was edited by Midnight's Momma on Nov. 19, 2002 at 09:52 PM.]

[Baileybff]

Hope it's another good one for you darlin'!
Natalie

I RODE, I RODE...Well, if you can call it that....I RODE!!

[shmon]

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><font size="-1">quote:</font><HR>Originally posted by Miniwelsh:
<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><font size="-1">quote:</font><HR>Originally posted by shmon:

I saw on the news this morning that a 15-year-old boy in my area was killed when he was hit while riding his bike by an SUV. His organs were donated, and his liver went to an 11-month-old boy. Made me think of you guys...and I sent out an extra loud, extra long jingle [img]/infopop/emoticons/icon_smile.gif[/img]<HR></BLOCKQUOTE>

While I think it is fabulous that Aiden is 7 months old and feeling better this week, comments like this make me shudder. Someone else's little boy died in this accident, and while I know everyone means well and just wants Aiden to get better, jingling away because some other little boy died and donated his organs seems a little callous. And the smilie face was definitely uncalled for. Let's not forget that I'm sure someone else is suffering quite a bit today because of that accident.

Anyway, happy 7 months, Aiden!

*Be grateful for luck. Pay the thunder no mind---listen to the birds. And don't hate nobody." -Eubie Blake*<HR></BLOCKQUOTE>

Miniwelsh!! I wasn't jingling because someone DIED!!! [img]/infopop/emoticons/icon_eek.gif[/img] The jingle was for Aiden and Jennifer's test, and also for the family that lost the boy. I'm not ignoring other's suffering, or hoping that someone gets killed just to donate an organ. It was a sad story because the boy was killed, but it was also so thoughtful of the parents to donate his organs to help others despite their own grief. It was just the fact that a young boy got a new liver that made me think of the Hawk family. Maybe I should have separated that last statement, because it CERTAINLY didn't have to do with the sentiments of the paragraph before it.

Just wanted to make sure you didn't think I was an insensitive jerk [img]/infopop/emoticons/icon_frown.gif[/img]

[RolexH]

I well up with tears thinking that another person, most likely a child, will need to pass for Aiden to get a cadaveric organ. It seems so easy to say how I wish he would get bumped on the list and how I wish he would get a liver, but please understand that it weighs so heavy on my heart.

I once spoke to a mommy who donated their little baby boy's organs. She was crying as she told me his story. She told me how he had menagitis and was pronounced brain dead. They decided to dontate his oragans. she said it was a simple choice for her, she knew it was the right thing. As he lay there on machines to keep his organs "alive" she said she put her hand on his little chest and felt his heart beating in hers. A year later this mom told me that she flew to Texas and met the three year old little girl who got that very heart. This mommy walked up to that little girl and put her hand on her chest, and felt her baby boy ALIVE. There was not a dry eye in the room, and just accounting the story to you makes me cry.

The loss of ANYONE is devastating. I know organ donation is a way for that life to have a wonderful purpose even in death. The gift of all gifts. The most selfless and wonderful thing anyone could do.

As I sit here a mommy of Aiden, I know that we could loose him. I know that it would be the hardest and most difficult thing in my life. I could not imagine what I would be like. I have forced to think on the other end to. I have a child that could go at any minute. We have been forced to think about Aiden as a possible donor. I KNOW what that means. It is truelly a gift.

I do not feel like anyone ment anything negative, or callous. I don't think anyone in this BB has that in their hearts. Everyone here is so wonderful and loving. I will pray for that family that lost their child, and I will pray for that family that recieved the liver.

Thank you for your happy birthday wishes. I am printing out pages and pages of this BB for Aiden's folders. (and my keepsake) He will love it. XOXO

~~Lisa~~
Save a life, be an organ donor

[hitchinmygetalong]

My brother was an organ donor, also. To know that his heart beats on in another man's chest, a man who can now hug his children and maybe someday hold a grandchild...

Aiden's story has touched us all in such special ways. I hope someday to meet this remarkable child and his equally remarkable family.

How 'bout Rolex 2003?!? [img]/infopop/emoticons/icon_biggrin.gif[/img]

"I am not afraid of storms, for I am learning to sail my ship."
-Louisa May Alcott

[FlowerPower]

Keep goin' strong Aiden!! And happy 7th month! How I love to log on and read that you are doing well!

I would think that if you had a loved on who died, getting to meet the person/people who recieved organs and got to live on would be a wonderful gift.

When I signed my donar card, I wrote (thanks Aiden!) beside my name! I can't imagine how many people will be saved or helped because of Aiden's story on this bb!! Thanks Aiden!

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~Chestnut Mare Extraordinaire~

[RolexH]

Flower Power! That is so sweet! I hope Aiden has helped people with making the importanat decision to be an organ donor. Just on person can SAVE 7 lifes! I think that is amazing. Thank you for doing that in honor of him.

PLease talk to your family about being an organ donor. Remember signing your drivers license does not mean your organs will get donated. Your next of kin will decide for you. (unless ou carry an actual organ donor card with you in your wallet) SO please discuss it with your loved ones. I know it is an uncomfortable topic, but it means so much.

I also talked to an older woman who donated her daughter's organs. Her daughter was a college student. A few months before she passed, unknowingly, she told her mom she wanted to be an organ donor. That mom told me that if it wasn't for that conversation she proabably wouldn't have donated her organs. She said but since she knew it was her last wish she was so proud to donate those organs and fufill her last wish. She has met two lives that her daughter in death had saved. What a miracle. That mom said she wished for her daughter back everyday, but was so blessed that she had her spirit living in those people.

If any one wants an organ donor card, please email me. I have a bunch. I can send them to you. Also you can get them online (just print it out from your computer for free) at:

www.unos.org

~~Lisa~~
Save a life, be an organ donor

[nhwr]

It is not possible to cause someone harm by a thought or a wish. Out of the worst experiences (in my life anyway) have come the most beauty. No one would have wished for RolexH to have to suffer the way we know she and her family must be, every minute of every day. No one wishes that Aiden should be sick. No one wishes that another child should die. As a mother, who holds the lives of her children dearer than anything, I would look at the opportunity to make an organ donation as a way to reconcile a tremendous loss.


Beyond the individuals directly involved, look at what is happening here...This community is working together and really touching the lives of people in a profound way... people who they have never met, people they may never meet. Why? We all have are own reasons. Whatever they are, this is a beautiful thing. I am so proud of all of us. And I know that the best will come of it.

[Medievalist]

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><font size="-1">quote:</font><HR>Originally posted by EqChick:
Whoa - re-read that and realized I need to qualify...

Joey called it that WAY before all of this Aiden stuff - before he was a twinkle in Daddy's eye... Joey would refer to COTH in such a loving manner [img]/infopop/emoticons/icon_rolleyes.gif[/img] when I would see Lisa after a few months of being away and say something in horsie code, like "By the way, did you see Midevalist's mare on COTH? Check out that bascule!" [img]/infopop/emoticons/icon_wink.gif[/img]

Trust, me - I think he has come to recognize the value in such a "horsie" group of people - you guys are awesome!

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So tell me again how the 40 Hour Standard was created? I think my boss was busy...<HR></BLOCKQUOTE>

LOL. Didi had a sex change, eh EqChick [img]/infopop/emoticons/icon_wink.gif[/img]

Happy 7 month Birthday Baby Aiden!!!!!

My Life: "Qu'est ce que c'est ce bordel..."

[~Infinity~]

I only recently started posting here, but have been lurking for quite some time, following along with your posts about Aiden.

Everytime I think about your situation I can feel the tears welling up. It's such a horrible thing to have to deal with. But people like yourself, RolexH, and your family are testament to just how strong people can be. Aiden was born to you for a reason.

Your story is so amazing. I hope to keep hearing good news about Aiden. [img]/infopop/emoticons/icon_smile.gif[/img] Best wishes.

And Happy 7 Months!! [img]/infopop/emoticons/icon_smile.gif[/img]

[goobs]

Happy 7 Month Mark "Birthday" Aiden! My 7 month birthday wish for Aiden - finding a donor ASAP and growing into a healthy, and even more handsome little boy!!

Lisa - please keep on top of those doctor's. If you don't feel comfortable with what they are doing ask questions and then ask more questions and demand explanations. Some dr.'s are great and some aren't. It is part of their job to keep you informed. I know you won't settle for less!

I log on all the time for these updates. They bring so many tears to my eyes. I never thought about being an organ donor, but now, I can't think of it being any other way. The Hawk family is so richly blessed and have such a strong, loving circle of friends, that it breaks my heart with joy.

[This message was edited by goobs on Nov. 19, 2002 at 04:52 PM.]

[doubletake]

RolexH, Mr. RolexH, and Baby Aiden - You are SO lucky to have such a strong family and relationship, it will help you get through this all. Please know how lucky you all are to be together and be so close.

[img]/infopop/emoticons/icon_smile.gif[/img] Happy 7 Month Birthday, Aiden!! [img]/infopop/emoticons/icon_smile.gif[/img]

[EqChick]

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><font size="-1">quote:</font><HR>Originally posted by Medievalist:

LOL. Didi had a sex change, eh EqChick [img]/infopop/emoticons/icon_wink.gif[/img]

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LOL, Medievalist - I didn't don the Flamesuit, but took a chance with you not FREAKING if I mentioned you. Thanks for the light humor!! [img]/infopop/emoticons/icon_biggrin.gif[/img]

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So tell me again how the 40 Hour Standard was created? I think my boss was busy...

[agedbayhunter]

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><font size="-1">quote:</font><HR>Originally posted by nhwr:

Beyond the individuals directly involved, look at what is happening here...This community is working together and really touching the lives of people in a profound way... people who they have never met, people they may never meet. Why? We all have are own reasons. Whatever they are, this is a beautiful thing. I am so proud of all of us. And I know that the best will come of it.<HR></BLOCKQUOTE>

Oh, how I agree with you! Every time I read these messages of love and support I think: This is the way it's supposed to work! And, of course I get all weepy because it is working here -- and if we could get it to work on a larger scale (global -- wow, wouldn't that be something), think of the possibilities!

Thank you, Aiden, for the good work you're doing by bringing us together!

[Spot]

Happy 7 month birthday Aiden!

Welcome Mr RolexH!

You sound so wonderfully upbeat Lisa - its so nice to hear nothing but positive and great news for several days in a row!

This will be one heck of a scrapbook for Aiden to look through 10 and 15 years down the road, when he asks you two who the heck all these people are with funny names!

"Spot"

[SBT]

I mailed Aiden's poem today, and I didn't know it was his 7 month birthday! That can't be a coincidence. It just can't! That, along with the night I felt I needed to pray extra hard for him, and it turned out to be the night he had that awful bleed...and NEEDED those extra prayers!

If God is at work on MY end of things...I can't imagine how much He must be working on Aiden's end. [img]/infopop/emoticons/icon_smile.gif[/img]

Happy 7th Month Birthday, Aiden! Lots of hugs to you, and your mom & dad. [img]/infopop/emoticons/icon_smile.gif[/img]

~Sara [img]/infopop/emoticons/icon_cool.gif[/img]
*Charter member of the GHM Fan Club*
*Member of the Dirt Divers 78th Airborne Unit, ATH Squadron*

[Liverpool]

Happy 7 months, Aiden!!

I am so glad to hear that you guys are doing so well. And glad to see so many people sending out good wishes, love and support to the whole Hawk family.

Lisa,

I noticed your comment about the doctors ... I know you are really strong and positive - so I also know you will march in there and get the info you need if you feel that the communication from your medical team is not what it needs to be.

Honey, I have "been there" in terms of being an advocate for a critically ill family member and sometimes it is necessary to be rather insistent in getting what you need. Always in a polite way, of course... but if you are not getting the information you need, you have every right to insist that the appropriate person make the time to get you up to speed. Most hospitals have patient advocates and I know you have a transplant coordinator... you may have to go above/beyond them. Do not be intimidated or dissuaded.

If you need any help in that department, you let me know. I am in the ATL metro area and I work with hospitals for a living... I will make sure you get what you need.

I choose my friends for their good looks, my acquaintances for their good characters, and my enemies for their intellects. A man cannot be too careful in the choice of his enemies.
Oscar Wilde (1854–1900)

[Melzy]

Happy 7months Aiden. God bless you Darling. We are all praying for you. [img]/infopop/emoticons/icon_biggrin.gif[/img]

[June]

happy 7 months! So many COTH'ers have posted so many beautiful sentiments, there is simply nothing to add save how strongly I feel what has already been shared by so many. I know that I feel, especially in my line of work, that I can only guide and educate and maybe influence policy but the decisions that decide the matter are made by others; your family has given me an opportunity to MAKE A DIFFERENCE, for one soul, one time, aside from my own two children...and I, for one, regard that as a blessing from God. Don't misunderstand, I do try to live my life as a prayer but becoming acquainted with your family has allowed me to act in a way so special to me. And I need to say thank you, to you; individually, it isn't ours to say how we can change the world...your family has helped engage us to learn that the world is saved one precious life at a time maybe. Much love and a good-night hug and kiss to family and grandparents.
June