Jonathan's Story
Viewing comments for Chapter 13 "Does anybody care? "Our fostering journey with a severely disabled boy
32 total reviews
Comment from Sarah Tummey
A good continuation to this story. It was heartening to hear about Mrs L and her representative, and to know that somebody did care about all you had been through.
reply by the author on 20-Feb-2024
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A good continuation to this story. It was heartening to hear about Mrs L and her representative, and to know that somebody did care about all you had been through.
Comment Written 20-Feb-2024
reply by the author on 20-Feb-2024
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Thank you Sarah. Yes, she was amazing, and I have the utmost respect for her. I don't know what I would have done if she hadn't supported me in this! Greta review.
Wendy
Comment from Navada
Oh, Wendy. It's so wonderful that there are some good people in the world and in this space. This must have felt like such a shaft of sunlight after your previous experiences.
reply by the author on 20-Feb-2024
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Oh, Wendy. It's so wonderful that there are some good people in the world and in this space. This must have felt like such a shaft of sunlight after your previous experiences.
Comment Written 20-Feb-2024
reply by the author on 20-Feb-2024
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Thank you so much. Yes it was a relief for sure to discover this place. Many thanks for reviewing.
Wendy
Comment from Annmuma
This story continues to fascinate and impress me with its honesty and openness. I way behind in my reviewing, but glad I save this one to have a look at. Great post.
ann
reply by the author on 19-Feb-2024
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This story continues to fascinate and impress me with its honesty and openness. I way behind in my reviewing, but glad I save this one to have a look at. Great post.
ann
Comment Written 19-Feb-2024
reply by the author on 19-Feb-2024
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Thank you so much, Ann. I greatly value your ongoing interest and support.
Wendy
Comment from Pearl Edwards
Your passion and anger shows through in regards to how the DOCS staff handled, well badly handled Jonathon's situation. How could they have thought what they contemplated would work for him, I wonder. Well told Wendy, and well done.
cheers,
valda
reply by the author on 17-Feb-2024
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Your passion and anger shows through in regards to how the DOCS staff handled, well badly handled Jonathon's situation. How could they have thought what they contemplated would work for him, I wonder. Well told Wendy, and well done.
cheers,
valda
Comment Written 17-Feb-2024
reply by the author on 17-Feb-2024
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I don't think they thought it through or really cared too much. To them he waan't a person. They just had to tick a box that they'd found omewhere for him to go. Thank you so much for your caring reviw. Very much appreciated.
Wendy
Comment from Teri7
Wendy, As I read this I could feel the turmoil you were in trying to do what was best for Jonathan. Our oldest son is named Jonathon and we love him with all our hearts as we do our twin sons too. You used great descriptive words and emotions. I hope things work out for Jonathan. love and blessings, Teri
reply by the author on 16-Feb-2024
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Wendy, As I read this I could feel the turmoil you were in trying to do what was best for Jonathan. Our oldest son is named Jonathon and we love him with all our hearts as we do our twin sons too. You used great descriptive words and emotions. I hope things work out for Jonathan. love and blessings, Teri
Comment Written 16-Feb-2024
reply by the author on 16-Feb-2024
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Thank you very much for following this story and for reviewing. His is a long and complex, and difficult, story, so I definitely appreciate the support.
Wendy
Comment from LateBloomer
Hi Wendy, All that I can say is WOW. You gave your heart and soul, and your love for Jonathan was exhibited in every line that your wrote. I thought that only here in the USA are people and families with all type of needs put into hotel room. Of note:
I was determined by now that I would continue to advocate for Jonathan, no matter the personal cost. I'd made a commitment, and I would fulfil it.
(Wendy, the world needs more people like yourself. Selfishness is not in your vocabulary.)
A story from the heart of you, a story from the best of you, a story of love, hope, and courage. Well done. Please accept my virtual Sixer.
Xo. Margaret ~ LateBloomer
reply by the author on 16-Feb-2024
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Hi Wendy, All that I can say is WOW. You gave your heart and soul, and your love for Jonathan was exhibited in every line that your wrote. I thought that only here in the USA are people and families with all type of needs put into hotel room. Of note:
I was determined by now that I would continue to advocate for Jonathan, no matter the personal cost. I'd made a commitment, and I would fulfil it.
(Wendy, the world needs more people like yourself. Selfishness is not in your vocabulary.)
A story from the heart of you, a story from the best of you, a story of love, hope, and courage. Well done. Please accept my virtual Sixer.
Xo. Margaret ~ LateBloomer
Comment Written 16-Feb-2024
reply by the author on 16-Feb-2024
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Thank you so much, Margaret, for this very beautiful and most encouraging review. His story is long, complex, and very difficult, so I defintely appreciate your support and kind words very much.
Wendy
Comment from Mintybee
Sorry to hear this how badly the system failed Jonathan. One of my husband's brothers is special needs. It was very hard for his parents to get him the support he needed. They did end up part of a news story, as there was funding for one young person with his needed level of care in their area, and three young people applying for it. Thankfully, my husband's brother is in a good home now where he is very well cared for.
Mintybee
reply by the author on 16-Feb-2024
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Sorry to hear this how badly the system failed Jonathan. One of my husband's brothers is special needs. It was very hard for his parents to get him the support he needed. They did end up part of a news story, as there was funding for one young person with his needed level of care in their area, and three young people applying for it. Thankfully, my husband's brother is in a good home now where he is very well cared for.
Mintybee
Comment Written 16-Feb-2024
reply by the author on 16-Feb-2024
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I am glad to hear he is in a good home and being cared for well. Each person is of value and deserves to be cared for with respect and compassion. Thank you so much for the review, and I hope you will continue to read the chapters of his unfolding story.
Wendy
Comment from Lisasview
Good morning Wendy,
I so seldom read long stories but I am glued to yours!!!
Good for you for kidnapping Jonathan...unreal... a motel for goodness sakes...what is wrong with people!!
Really terrible... but you are around and that is wonderful...
Lisa
reply by the author on 16-Feb-2024
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Good morning Wendy,
I so seldom read long stories but I am glued to yours!!!
Good for you for kidnapping Jonathan...unreal... a motel for goodness sakes...what is wrong with people!!
Really terrible... but you are around and that is wonderful...
Lisa
Comment Written 16-Feb-2024
reply by the author on 16-Feb-2024
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Thank you so very much for reading this story. I am glad it is resonating with you, and I always appreciate your supportive words. Many thanks.
Wendy
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I am so caught up in the ins and outs of it Wendy...
Lisa
Comment from tfawcus
What a wonderful story of individual initiative overcoming bureaucratic bungling. I was overawed by the way you handled it, and by the time I came to the end of your account, your words, 'my child as much as Sheryl's, but not by birth. By love.' brought a lump to my throat, if not actually a tear to my eye. Bravo!
reply by the author on 16-Feb-2024
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What a wonderful story of individual initiative overcoming bureaucratic bungling. I was overawed by the way you handled it, and by the time I came to the end of your account, your words, 'my child as much as Sheryl's, but not by birth. By love.' brought a lump to my throat, if not actually a tear to my eye. Bravo!
Comment Written 16-Feb-2024
reply by the author on 16-Feb-2024
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Thank you so very much Tony. Both the words you offered in your review, and the six stars, mean a great deal to me. Much appreciated.
Wendy
Comment from LJbutterfly
I admire and love your determination to see that Jonathan got the appropriate care he needed. It is unbelievable that the DOCS could possibly think ANY nonverbal, disabled person could live alone in a wheel chair, in a motel. What if a worker didn't feel like going to his/her shift and a replacement couldn't be found? Your husband's idea was the perfect solution. I'm glad it all worked out, thanks to you.
reply by the author on 16-Feb-2024
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I admire and love your determination to see that Jonathan got the appropriate care he needed. It is unbelievable that the DOCS could possibly think ANY nonverbal, disabled person could live alone in a wheel chair, in a motel. What if a worker didn't feel like going to his/her shift and a replacement couldn't be found? Your husband's idea was the perfect solution. I'm glad it all worked out, thanks to you.
Comment Written 15-Feb-2024
reply by the author on 16-Feb-2024
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Yes, so far, so good. Thank you so much for the lovely review. Who knows what the DOCS workers were thinking? Or just not thinking!
Wendy