[MarMema]

Good post, Kimmie. Which reminds me of my daughter, Irina. Born in poverty-stricken southern Russia, her birthmother tried to abort her and she was born 2 months early. She should never have survived. She had a feeding tube, a complete blood transfusion, and help breathing because her lungs were immature.

So all the medical professionals in Russia and here, who thought she would never be normal, who encouraged us to pass her by, were wrong. We brought her home at age 3, she weighed only 19 pounds and wore a size 18 months, and she did not speak.

Now age 9, she is a busy and easily distracted child who reads above her age level, and speaks very precocious English. God works in His own due time, and to His own will.

And the medical profession, which employs me and has for many years, often misses the boat, and doesn't know everything.

[kimmie7]

HOORAY for those preemies. They're a hardy lot. Give her a huggles from her "Auntie" kimmie. We parents of preemies and themselves are all a big family, you know.

My son is now a wild and wooly 4 year old who is, thankfully, napping right now. He is very bright, compassionate and energetic -- traits every preemie I've ever known has. You should see the reunion the NICU where my son was born. About 150 preemies. Wow! They have it in a big park and the place is still swirling with energy, happiness, and LOVE.

[FormerLib]

Now age 9, she is a busy and easily distracted child who reads above her age level, and speaks very precocious English.

Hmmmm, you forgot to mention the part about her being a delight to be around.

[Artist]

GREAT story. Thanks, and blessings to you!