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| Scarlett Rose, March 23, 2012 |
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| April 23, 2012 |
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| Hayden Michael, March 23, 2012 |
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| April 23, 2012 |
One. Month. Old.
A year ago, I struggled with whether surrogacy in India was the "right" decision. I feared the unknown and contemplated all that could go "wrong"--
failed cycles
lost pregnancies
preterm labor
PREMATURE BABIES
unexpected costs
extended stayS in India
On April 2, 2011, I put aside my fears and sent my very first email to our clinic.
On April 2, 2012, I boarded a plane to meet OUR CHILDREN.
Isn't it extraordinary how so many wrongs can produce something so incredibly right?
To all those parents-in-waiting, paralyzed by the fear of what could go wrong should you take that next step, may our children be an inspiration to seek what you know is right.
HAPPY ONE MONTH BIRTHDAY TO OUR BEAUTIFUL CHILDREN SCARLETT ROSE AND HAYDEN MICHAEL!
Congratulations! You are truly inspirational and deserve all the happiness in the world with your beautiful children. You feel lucky to have them...they are so lucky to have the two of you as their parents.
ReplyDeleteTHANK YOU FOR THIS!!!
ReplyDeleteBernadette, I was telling my hubby last night how Scarlett and Hayden will be crawling or running around getting into everything by the time we are just arriving in India to meet our baby/babies! Happy One Month Birthday babies! xxx
ReplyDeleteHappy one month birthday you beautiful little treasures!
ReplyDeleteBernadette, thank you so much for sharing your story with such honesty. It fills me with inspiration that this can really happen and even if the road is a little bumpy along the way, there is a wonderful reward at the end.
Ever morning I log in to see how you and your beautiful family are as though you are part of our extended family.
We wish you every happiness!
Wow what a difference a month makes, so glad things are progressing and that you got to finally hold Hayden the other day!!! May each day get better and better:)
ReplyDeleteWhat a beautiful post. Thank you!!!
ReplyDeleteit is amazing what life gives us.....you deserve it! enjoy and thanks for taking us on your journey....from an anxious mother, LOL, your worries change when they are here!
ReplyDeleteAlthough I have been following daily I cannot believe it is one month already. Sending our best wishes and warmest thoughts to you Scarlett, Hayden, Bernadette and Duane.
ReplyDeleteHappy one month : ) So glad it is !!
Happy one month birthday, what an inspiration you guys are. Thank you for sharing. XOXO
ReplyDeleteIan & David
They both look amazing and seem to have grown so, so much in just a month! Happy, happy birthday Hayden and Scarlett! You have no idea how many people love you from near and far. Big hug to you, Bernadette!
ReplyDeleteLOVING SCARLETT'S POUT. SOOOO CUTE!YOU ARE SUCH A STRONG WOMAN. I HONESTLY DONT KNOW HOW YOU COPE BUT THE GOOD LORD WILL CONTUNE TO STRENTHEN YOU.XX
ReplyDeleteHappy one month to your babies!
ReplyDeleteAnd what a great message to wanna-be parents.
Take care. m.
Not sure if my last comment worked so please forgive me if it did! Wow a month already, the twins are making such great progress and I was so happy to see the pic of you holding Hayden at long last!!!! Best wishes as always xx
ReplyDeleteA very happy one month birthday to beautiful Hayden and Scarlett. Now the next month which will see them coming home to their amazing parents. XX
ReplyDeleteHappy Birthday Babies!! One month sure makes a big difference. Hoping all four of you are together for their two month birthday. SKHAN
ReplyDeleteWow...A month already. How time flies. Hayden & Scarlett you are a true miracle and an inspiration to so many. Bernadette & Duane thank you so much for sharing your beautiful babies with all of us.
ReplyDeleteHi Bernadette another great blog! Babies are gorgeous but not telling you anything
ReplyDeleteYour blog was timely for us, I'm freaking out as we leave for Delhi in a few days and I'm really anxious as you say, thinking about all the things that can go wrong.. We arrive on the 1st of may so would love to catch up, take care till then, Angie
Wow a month old and how they have grown in that month!!
ReplyDeleteHope you are ok do think about you all everyday!!!
Best wishes,
Lisa x
Happy happy happy one month birthday to your beautiful babies! you guys are amazing thank you so much for sharing x
ReplyDeleteYour little miracles are proving their resilience and strength. Lookout Bernadette & Duane, based on this first month, you are going to have two strong little characters!!
ReplyDeleteHappy one month birthday Scarlett and Hayden! I just love your pictures of them and your face tells the entire story! It seems as though they are already developing their own personality through the expressions on their faces. We are so happy for you, Duane and your two beautiful children! We read your blog daily Bern. Keep those pictures and wonderfully written postings coming! You know you need to write a book, but I have no idea how you will have the time! But, that is a good thing! Love Ann & Gary!
ReplyDeleteIT must feel absolutely incredible to say that. Well done, chin up and big hugs for all of you xxx
ReplyDeleteHappy one month birthday to you,Scarlett and Hayden!!Looking forward to reading all the progress to come and a second month celebration!!Sharing hugs and well wishes to all of you!!
ReplyDeletekathy
They are gorgeous - Happy one month bday!!!! Best wishes!!! K
ReplyDeleteHappy one month + one day beautiful babies!!
ReplyDeleteI can POST!! Amen :)
ReplyDeleteOk, well Happy Birthday BABES and you mommy is the best thing ever since clice bread...lol...glad all is going well and you keep us posted!! Luv it.
Keeping you all in our prayers and thoughts!!
Love from Jersey!! :)
Bernadette, Thank You.
ReplyDeleteI needed to be reminded that much can change in only a year. That many wrongs can make a really great right. I am full of fear, thank you for making me feel a bit more normal. I am so happy for you and your sweet little family. You are in my prayers.
Happy one month birthday to scarlett and hayden!!
ReplyDeleteIt is amazing what the gift of time proves to us and blesses us with!
You're beautiful!
Xoxox
Maria