Jonathan's Story
Viewing comments for Chapter 20 "Sheryl's News"Our fostering journey with a severely disabled boy
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Comment from w.j.debi
You are a saint to take on so much. Jonathan and Sheryl were/are lucky to have you in their lives.
You have written this in a sensitive and caring manner. I am horrified by that final revelation about Jonathan's broken mandible. How could they hide such a fact? The poor man.
reply by the author on 13-Mar-2024
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You are a saint to take on so much. Jonathan and Sheryl were/are lucky to have you in their lives.
You have written this in a sensitive and caring manner. I am horrified by that final revelation about Jonathan's broken mandible. How could they hide such a fact? The poor man.
Comment Written 13-Mar-2024
reply by the author on 13-Mar-2024
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They didn't want me to notice it, probably thought I would just skim read the document, but I read every word of every commuication. I was horrified! They didn't want to face their own culpability. Thanks so much for your very vcaring and compassionate review.
Wendy
Wendy
Comment from Pearl Edwards
I think when the school teens get to know the disabled teens they see them as individuals, not just all labelled in together. Sheryl certainly didn't have an easy life and it shows how much peace she got knowing you were there for Jonathon.
You took on a lot but you obviously have a lot to give Wendy. Very well done,
cheers,
valda
reply by the author on 13-Mar-2024
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I think when the school teens get to know the disabled teens they see them as individuals, not just all labelled in together. Sheryl certainly didn't have an easy life and it shows how much peace she got knowing you were there for Jonathon.
You took on a lot but you obviously have a lot to give Wendy. Very well done,
cheers,
valda
Comment Written 13-Mar-2024
reply by the author on 13-Mar-2024
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Thank you very much, Valda. Lovely review.
Yes, exactly so. Once the teens saw that each had his/her own personality and different abilities they saw them as individual people, and were very accepting.
Wendy
Comment from jmdg1954
Somehow I missed this post among the dozens of posts I get daily as many writers do two-a-days.
With the passing of Jonathan's mother, the full responsibility now falls to you.
This poor young man is stuck between a rock and a hard place, and my heart aches for him.
Thank you for continuing with the story...
John
reply by the author on 13-Mar-2024
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Somehow I missed this post among the dozens of posts I get daily as many writers do two-a-days.
With the passing of Jonathan's mother, the full responsibility now falls to you.
This poor young man is stuck between a rock and a hard place, and my heart aches for him.
Thank you for continuing with the story...
John
Comment Written 12-Mar-2024
reply by the author on 13-Mar-2024
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Interesting choice of words as one of my next chapters is to be called " Between a rock and a hard place", but in a different context. Thank you so much for continuing to read and review. I am very appreciative.
Wendy
Comment from BethShelby
What a lifetime commitment you took when you decided to be a foster parent for Johnathan. I glad you have a good marriage, caring children and grandchilden and dog to love. I know you love Jonathan too but he care had take so much of you life. I wish there were more careing people out there like you.
reply by the author on 12-Mar-2024
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What a lifetime commitment you took when you decided to be a foster parent for Johnathan. I glad you have a good marriage, caring children and grandchilden and dog to love. I know you love Jonathan too but he care had take so much of you life. I wish there were more careing people out there like you.
Comment Written 12-Mar-2024
reply by the author on 12-Mar-2024
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Yes, his care took a lot of my life. His care actually became a big part of my life - a direction I had not planned but could not turn my back on. Even knowing what I now know, I don't think I would have chosen differently. Thank you so much, Beth! Perceptive review.
Wendy
Comment from lyenochka
What a blessing you have been to Sheryl and to Jonathon! I'm so glad you were there for her and that was the Lord's timing to take her so she didn't have to return to her city apartment. Thanks for chronicling the life of Jonathon's mother. It's hard to be an executor and how awful that her friend took her cellphone!
reply by the author on 12-Mar-2024
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What a blessing you have been to Sheryl and to Jonathon! I'm so glad you were there for her and that was the Lord's timing to take her so she didn't have to return to her city apartment. Thanks for chronicling the life of Jonathon's mother. It's hard to be an executor and how awful that her friend took her cellphone!
Comment Written 11-Mar-2024
reply by the author on 12-Mar-2024
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Thank you very much Helen, for this kind and supportive review. She came to know the Lord before her death, I believe, so that too was His timing, and I hope to see her again - with Him.
Wendy
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Thank you very much Helen, for this kind and supportive review. She came to know the Lord before her death, I believe, so that too was His timing, and I hope to see her again - with Him.
Wendy
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Praise the Lord for having you there at the right time for Sheryl to receive His gift of salvation and peace with Him. 💖
Comment from LJbutterfly
I wasn't expecting Sheryl's News. I could feel your heartfelt compassion as you explained Sheryl's illness, treatment, and things happening to Jonathan during that period. It sounds as though you were the chief coordinator for both Sheryl and Jonathan. Being executor of a will is a great responsibility. You gave the eulogy and remained responsible for Jonathan, which allowed Sheryl to die in peace. May God continue to shower you with blessings.
reply by the author on 12-Mar-2024
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I wasn't expecting Sheryl's News. I could feel your heartfelt compassion as you explained Sheryl's illness, treatment, and things happening to Jonathan during that period. It sounds as though you were the chief coordinator for both Sheryl and Jonathan. Being executor of a will is a great responsibility. You gave the eulogy and remained responsible for Jonathan, which allowed Sheryl to die in peace. May God continue to shower you with blessings.
Comment Written 11-Mar-2024
reply by the author on 12-Mar-2024
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Thank you very much for this lovely review. Yes, looking back I was juggling a lot of balls, and teaching full time as well. I appreciate your kind words and blessings.
Wendy
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Thank you very much for this lovely review. Yes, looking back I was juggling a lot of balls, and teaching full time as well. I appreciate your kind words and blessings.
Wendy
Comment from GWHARGIS
All I can say is Sheryl found the right family to entrust her child to. And I'm sorry for your loss. Even though Sheryl was a quiet person, I have the feeling she thought of you as a sister. But at least she died in peace knowing you would not disappear on him. Great chapter. Gretchen
reply by the author on 12-Mar-2024
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All I can say is Sheryl found the right family to entrust her child to. And I'm sorry for your loss. Even though Sheryl was a quiet person, I have the feeling she thought of you as a sister. But at least she died in peace knowing you would not disappear on him. Great chapter. Gretchen
Comment Written 11-Mar-2024
reply by the author on 12-Mar-2024
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Thank you Gretchen. Such a lovely review, and the six stars are wonderful as well, a great support and encouragement. Yes, looking back I think she did think of me as a sister which is so nice. I am glad you enjoyed this chapter.
Wendy
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Thank you Gretchen. Such a lovely review, and the six stars are wonderful as well, a great support and encouragement. Yes, looking back I think she did think of me as a sister which is so nice. I am glad you enjoyed this chapter.
Wendy
Comment from T B Botts
Hello Wendy,
I'm so pleased that Sheryl was able to spend her last days in a place that held pleasant memories for her. She asked a lot of you, and I'm not surprised that you stepped up to the plate to help her out. I'm so disgusted that her "friend" would take advantage like that. Some people have absolutely no sense of shame or priority. I hope that if I ever find myself in a situation like Sheryl's, I'll have a friend like you around. Well done gal.
Have a blessed day.
Tom
reply by the author on 11-Mar-2024
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Hello Wendy,
I'm so pleased that Sheryl was able to spend her last days in a place that held pleasant memories for her. She asked a lot of you, and I'm not surprised that you stepped up to the plate to help her out. I'm so disgusted that her "friend" would take advantage like that. Some people have absolutely no sense of shame or priority. I hope that if I ever find myself in a situation like Sheryl's, I'll have a friend like you around. Well done gal.
Have a blessed day.
Tom
Comment Written 11-Mar-2024
reply by the author on 11-Mar-2024
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Yes, I was disgusted with that friend too. Thank you so much for your thoughtful and caring review, and also for the six stars. It's a great source of encouragement and I appreciate the support very much.
Wendy
Comment from barbara.wilkey
Wow!! What these people allowed to happen to Jonathan is horrible. I'm happy Sheryl had you in her life. I know you made her life better. Of course, the same goes for Jonathan. You are a perfect example of Christian love.
reply by the author on 10-Mar-2024
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Wow!! What these people allowed to happen to Jonathan is horrible. I'm happy Sheryl had you in her life. I know you made her life better. Of course, the same goes for Jonathan. You are a perfect example of Christian love.
Comment Written 10-Mar-2024
reply by the author on 10-Mar-2024
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Thank you very much Barbara - I greatly appreciate your very caring review and thoughtful words.
Wendy
Comment from Verna Cole Mitchell
This story continues in two ways-to be very sad and to reveal what a true character you have, as well as an extra strong sense of responsibility. I am constantly amazed at sacrifices you have made for Jonathon's care and that of his mother.
reply by the author on 10-Mar-2024
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This story continues in two ways-to be very sad and to reveal what a true character you have, as well as an extra strong sense of responsibility. I am constantly amazed at sacrifices you have made for Jonathon's care and that of his mother.
Comment Written 10-Mar-2024
reply by the author on 10-Mar-2024
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Thank you very much Verna. Yes, the nine-year initial commitment just stretched out, little by little, and I didn't feel I could just abandon him, when I realised that there were wolves in sheep's clothing prowling around. I appreciate your thoughtful words.
Wendy