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I really dont know what to say. My boy passed at about 3 months. I thank God for your angel. God bless you guys.
Tasha <hydelamptey@yahoo.com>
Glasgow, - Thursday, April 5, 2012 4:31 PM CDT
WHAT A BEUATIFUL LITTLE ANGEL. MY ANGEL WAS 5MOS 3 DAYS WHEN SHE PASSED FROM T18. OLIVEA TAYLOR
VIRGINIA CRUZ <WWW.VACRUZ88@YAHOO.COM>
PALM HARBOR, FL USA - Wednesday, July 13, 2011 4:35 AM CDT
Dear Maya, I just happened to check you web site, I was so saddened to hear that you lost your beautiful daughter. She was so lucky to have you and your husband as her parents. Our heartfelt Sympathy, June and Ken Hayashi PS did you know my Japanese name is Mieko
June Mieko Hayashi <bymiekoh@sbcglobal.net>
Altadena, CA USA - Thursday, December 31, 2009 6:09 PM CST
Greetings to the Johnson family! It's great to see that Meiko is still doing good. I still keep you all in my prayers! (Hi Mr. J!)
Terrance Mallory <ttmallory05@aol.com>
Tougaloo, MS USA - Friday, March 21, 2008 9:52 PM CDT
Dear Mieko,
You look like such a big girl in your pictures!!
So happy you like school and have become a social butterfly!
I think Angels, Princess’s and Butterflies are a perfect match!
You are such a precious little angel!
Keep Smiling!
God Bless!
Dear Maya,
So happy to hear how well Mieko is adapting to school!
Hopefully the back brace and growth spurts will harmonize!
I will put in a special prayer for her bi-pap machine to strengthen her lungs!
Many prayers for a healthy viral season!
Continued Love, Support & Prayers!!
God Bless you all!
stacy <stacyjcain@msn.com>
stillwater, mn - Wednesday, October 10, 2007 12:09 AM CDT
The pictures are soooooo cute!!!! I can't believe how much she's grown up! I will be back in town in the next month or so and I'll for sure have to make a visit :)
Andrea Ng <ngxx0081@umn.edu>
- Wednesday, October 10, 2007 9:45 AM CDT
I hope Mieko is doing wonderful:)
Melissa Gallus <mgallus9@yahoo.com>
Duluth, mn usa - Sunday, October 7, 2007 7:31 PM CDT
Shawn- Thank you for sending us the email and the link to Mieko's life. I am sorry your roller blading incident did not go so well :( But I am sure you will figure something out so you can push Mieko while keeping yourself active.
She is a beautiful and happy little girl - God Bless You all.
kathy Boyer- Team Hoyt Office Manager <teamhoyt@cox.net>
Holland, MA USA - Saturday, September 22, 2007 7:47 AM CDT
Dear Maya,
I was wondering what kind of wheelchair will Meiko be using? We are just beginning to look into this for Annabel and I like to know what others around her age are considering.
Cathy Shelander
TX - Saturday, September 8, 2007 9:47 PM CDT
Dear Meiko,
You look so good and so happy. I hope you have fun a your school. We are glad you were able to go to the fair.
Cathy <suzyque92@hotmail.com>
TX USA - Saturday, September 8, 2007 9:40 PM CDT
Dear Mieko,
Congratulations on your first day of school!!
I’m so proud of you!
Did Grandpa Mitts come for a visit? I bet you had fun with him!
You are such a precious little angel!
Keep Smiling!
God Bless!
Dear Maya,
And how did mom & dad do sending their precious little angel off to school?
Thank goodness for Minda, Mieko had a familiar face!
Continued Love, Support & Prayers!!
God Bless you all!
Stacy <stacyjcain@msn.com>
stillwater, mn - Friday, September 7, 2007 6:55 AM CDT
Maya,
What a surprise to see on the Tri-Family List that you have a daughter with T-18. I'm so glad that you answered the call to people from Minnesota to respond. I love to keep up on the CaringBridge pages for my trisomy friends so thank you for including that in your post.
I do watch WCCO news all the time, so I have seen you reporting. Now, I'm making an extra effort to get to know you.
You have a darling, precious little girl!
Thanks again,
Sheila Helleson <hellesos@iw.net>
Tracy, MN - Saturday, August 18, 2007 3:31 AM CDT
Until reading this, I had no idea what you, Maya and Shawn, went through. Sometimes even the littlest of hope is hard to find, I'm happy to see someone knows the right place to look. I'll pray for Mieko.
Es en amor que encontramos felicidad
Melody
Champlin, MN United States - Friday, August 17, 2007 8:52 PM CDT
I love the pic of Mieko on her tricycle. She looks so happy! Morgan has a tricycle, too. He pedals it really hard (likes to go fast), but he won't hold on and he doesn't look where he is going.
Have a good time at the state fair. Try to stay cool. It's not that easy these days. It is too bad it will take so long for Mieko to get her new wheelchair, but you will like it. Can't wait to see pics of her first day of preschool.
Holly & Morgan <hmmmcormick@yahoo.com>
DSM, IA - Tuesday, August 14, 2007 8:41 AM CDT
Dear Mieko,
You look like such a big girl in your new pictures!
I bet you can’t wait for your grandpa to come and visit.
Are you going to take him to the fair with you? I bet he would like to see all the baby animals too!
You are such a precious little angel!
Keep Smiling!
God Bless!
Dear Maya,
Sounds like you are as busy as ever. Mieko will really enjoy the fair this year!
So glad to hear that the bi-pap machine is helping. It would be nice if she could loose the oxygen before school starts.
Continued Love, Support & Prayers!!
God Bless you all!
Stacy <stacyjcain@msn.com>
stillwater, mn - Tuesday, August 14, 2007 8:09 AM CDT
Mieko is soooooo cute! I really enjoy reading her updates. Glad to hear your summer has been going so well. Good luck with the start of preschool.
Hugs from Morgan and me,
Holly
www.caringbridge.org/visit/morganmccormick
Holly & Morgan <hmmmcormick@yahoo.com>
DSM, IA - Wednesday, August 8, 2007 8:33 AM CDT
I can't believe Mieko is going to be in pre school already! that is so exciting:) I hope everything continues to go well with your family Mr. J! You deserve it
Melissa Gallus <mgallus9@yahoo.com>
albertville, mn usa - Saturday, July 28, 2007 1:31 AM CDT
Dear Mieko,
Sounds like you have had a very busy and wonderful summer!
I enjoyed swinging when I was a little girl too; my mom always knew where I was because my swing set squeaked!
You are such a precious little angel!
Keep Smiling!
God Bless!
Dear Maya,
Sounds like you’re as busy as ever!
I wish Mieko’s tests would have been more conclusive (where they could have done something to make her breathing improve) but it sounds like she’s weaning down at her own pace!
Continued Love, Support & Prayers!!
God Bless you all!
Stacy <stacyjcain@msn.com>
stillwater, mn - Wednesday, July 25, 2007 11:18 AM CDT
I don't know if you remember me, Dawn, Nevaeh mom. It has been a while since we have spoke. Just wanted to stop and say Hi and I see you all are doing well! Hope you enjoyed the 4th!
Here is Nevaeh's site incase you don't remember us; http://www.geocities.com/angelnevaeh03/Home.html
Dawn <mrotzad@aol.com>
Cottage Grove, MN - Sunday, July 15, 2007 10:50 PM CDT
Dear Mieko & Family,
Happy 4th of July!!!
You are such a precious little angel!
Keep Smiling!
God Bless!
Stacy <stacyjcain@msn.com>
stillwater, mn - Wednesday, July 4, 2007 6:38 AM CDT
Mieko is just too precious! I hope you guys have a great 4th of July:) enjoy!!!
melissa gallus <mgallus9@yahoo.com>
albertville, mn usa - Thursday, June 28, 2007 6:42 PM CDT
Dear Mieko,
It looked like you had a very fun time at the Saints game!
I am so happy that you have been able to get outside and enjoy summer!
You are such a precious little angel!
Keep Smiling!
God Bless!
Dear Maya,
So glad Mieko is doing so well!
Wish you could plan a day trip to come out for a visit
Keep up all your hard dedicated work (your in charge of a precious little angel!)
Continued Love, Support & Prayers!!
God Bless you all!
Stacy <stacyjcain@msn.com>
stillwater, mn - Tuesday, June 26, 2007 8:06 AM CDT
AWW I love the "oops picture!" I am tentatively scheduled for the 16th in the SSU so that hopefully I can be Mieko's nurse! Keep me updated if things change
Andrea <ANg5785@hotmail.com>
- Monday, June 25, 2007 5:29 PM CDT
Sear little Mieko, you are such a inspiration to us (amos and I) I hope you continue to do well, and we hope we can meet you in person in our next visit in August in the cities. I miss all of our city friends. God Bless you!
Kelly Rosberg <tri18mom@yahoo.com>
Wausa, Ne USA - Monday, June 18, 2007 4:30 PM CDT
Dear Mieko,
Keep up all your hard work lil dolly, it’s paying off!
So happy that you have been able to get outside and interact with all Gods outside gifts!!
So proud of you!
You are such a precious little angel!
Keep Smiling!
God Bless!
Dear Maya,
July will be here before you know it.
So glad Mieko is doing so well!
Continued Love, Support & Prayers!!
God Bless you all!
Stacy <stacyjcain@msn.com>
stillwater, mn - Thursday, June 7, 2007 8:38 AM CDT
So good to see you guys...twice this week! :D I am excited to see those Saints game pictures :)
Andrea Ng <ANg5785@hotmail.com>
- Wednesday, June 6, 2007 11:00 PM CDT
Dear Mieko,
Sounds like you have been a very busy little dolly!
Keep fighting the fight!
You are such a precious little angel!
Keep Smiling!
God Bless!
Dear Maya,
So sorry to hear the sleep study was inconclusive!
Its sad the next round of tests are so far off!
Stay strong!!
Continued Love, Support & Prayers!!
God Bless you all!
Stacy <stacyjcain@msn.com>
stillwater, mn - Thursday, May 24, 2007 9:23 AM CDT
Hi all, Just wanted to let you know Amos has been home a week now and is doing great! He even went 2hrs today with no oxygen. I hope little mieko gets better soon, so she can get outside to play. How do you like your nursing? I am getting some soon and have mixed feelings about it. Was it really hard to get use to?
Hope all is well
Kelly
kelly <tri18mom@yahoo.com>
Wausa, Ne usa - Monday, May 21, 2007 10:55 AM CDT
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I personally use glyconutrients myself as well as our children and 10 grandchildren! For more technical information and journal articles, see www.glycoscience.org. Blessings, Linda
Linda Abbott <gramabbott@usa.com>
Hartington, NE USA - Thursday, May 17, 2007 2:53 PM CDT
I hope everything is ok with Mieko!!! she is a figher!!! God bless you and your family Mr. J
melissa gallus <mgallus9@yahoo.com>
duluth, mn usa - Monday, May 14, 2007 11:39 PM CDT
Dear Mieko,
Sounds like you have been having a few breathing problems. You’re the Princess when it comes to fighting the fight!! Hope you are out enjoying summer very, very soon!
You are such a precious little angel!
Keep Smiling!
God Bless!
Dear Maya,
So glad to hear that the sleep study is done, hopefully now they can start getting to the bottom of what’s causing these problems!!
Hope everything continues to improve!
Stay strong!!
Continued Love, Support & Prayers!!
God Bless you all!
Stacy <stacyjcain@msn.com>
stillwater, mn - Friday, May 11, 2007 4:37 PM CDT
Wow she looks so great so cute in her little dress.When they do the scope ask if taking out her adenoids and uvula will help, a few years ago kayden was doing the same thing and we new he had sleep apnea but we did not know how bad till he too was needing o2 in the day so they did a sleep study at stpaul, because they have a sleep lab there and it is more accurate then what Minneapolis had to offer any way it showed 91 eppisodes a hour while asleep wow that's is allot. so they removed his adenoids and uvula and now the only time he has any signs of apneia are when he is sick other wise its so low they dont even consider it to be a problem. just a idea hers could be something way different but thought i would through something else at you to ask about. hope all goes well.
love ya all and think of you often.
marta <martamcclanahan@hotmail.com>
baxter, mn - Wednesday, April 25, 2007 10:40 PM CDT
Mieko you are such a doll:) Mr. J I hope things go well for you and your family.. you are all still in my prayers daily!!!!
melissa gallus <mgallus9@yahoo.com>
duluth, mn usa - Tuesday, April 24, 2007 2:59 AM CDT
Dear Mieko,
You looked so beautiful in your Easter dress!
Keep fighting the fight baby girl, you’ll be back to your old self in no time!!!
You are such a precious little angel!
Keep Smiling!
God Bless!
Dear Maya,
The breathing issues are very concerning. It sounds like you are on the right track to get it all sorted out!
Hope everything else continues to improve!
Continued Love, Support & Prayers!!
God Bless you all!
Stacy <stacyjcain@msn.com>
stillwater, mn - Saturday, April 14, 2007 7:40 AM CDT
Happy Easter Lil Dolly!
Stacy <stacyjcain@msn.com>
stillwater, mn - Sunday, April 8, 2007 7:25 AM CDT
I saw Mieko had another round of RSV and it looks like she is doing a better now. I hope you all are doing well! I saw the new wood floors in one of the pictures awhile ago... they look great! Oh- and happy very belated birthday Mieko! By the way, Maya, I have started knitting... I am not very good yet but I am enjoying it:)
Bethany <scha0879@umn.edu>
- Tuesday, April 3, 2007 4:17 PM CDT
My name is Marla. Our daughter was recently diagnosed with trisomy 6p. Maizie is nine years old. We adopted her at birth and have been struggling to find an answer all this time. Reading your journal reminded me so much of our daughter's health issues. She has been in the hopsital many times for lung infections, asthma and dehydration. Please vist my blog at www.marlabaltes.blogspot.com to read more about our story. Maizie was diagnosed with almost everything other than a genetic disorder. I feel sad we did not force testing earlier. Her seizures were not diagnosed until she was six despite going to four neurologists. I am touched with your story and hope you continue to share your daughter's challenges and triumphs. I only recently began sharing ours and really wish I would have started a long time ago.
marla baltes <marlabaltes@hotmail.com>
Fort Wayne, IN USA - Monday, April 2, 2007 9:31 PM CDT
Dear Mieko,
You are a little fighter!!! Keep up all your hard work little one!!
Yeahhhhhh…….clap, clap, clap!!!!!!!
You are such a precious little angel!
Keep Smiling!
God Bless!
Dear Maya,
Sounds like Mieko is doing very well at getting her strength back!
The breathing issues are quite concerning, I’m sure you will up-date when you get a chance. Spring is just around the corner and that’s good for everyone!
Keep up the great work!!!
Continued Love, Support & Prayers!!
God Bless you all!
Stacy <stacyjcain@msn.com>
stillwater, mn - Monday, April 2, 2007 9:57 AM CDT
I'm happy to hear you are getting stronger again now, yea! I'm working on a project for you along with the other trisomy 18 kids. cant wait to give it to you. kayden is doing great he did have another breathing spell 2 weeks ago, we think he is getting mucus plugs and then just cant clear them. if you go to his sight in the photos area there is a new photo. love ya little one.
www.caringbridge.org/mn/kayden
marta <martamcclanahan@hotmail.com>
baxter, mn - Sunday, April 1, 2007 10:44 PM CDT
Happy Birthday Meiko! I love the pictures of you swimming. You inspired me so keep up the good work.
Annabel (Cathy, Annabel's mom)
Cathy & Annabel <suzyque92@hotmail.com>
Texas - Friday, March 16, 2007 4:55 PM CDT
Dear Mieko,
Yeahhhhhh…….clap, clap, clap!!!!!!!
Keep up all your hard work!!!
I’m so proud of all your accomplishments!!!
You are such a precious little angel!
Keep Smiling!
God Bless!
Dear Maya,
I love all the new pictures! The black and white ones are very nice!
Great job on getting Mieko back on track with strength and rehab.
You guys do such an exceptional job with her.
Keep up the great work!!!
Continued Love, Support & Prayers!!
God Bless you all!
Stacy <stacyjcain@msn.com>
stillwater, mn - Friday, March 16, 2007 8:26 AM CDT
HAPPY BDAY MIEKO!!!!:) hooray!!!!!
Melissa gallus <mgallus9@yahoo.com>
albertville, mn usa - Friday, March 16, 2007 0:55 AM CDT
Happy 3rd Birthday Mieko! I remember when your mommy had you 3 years ago, and my little boy was born the week after you. When I see mommy on TV I always wonder how you are doing. I am so glad to hear you are better, and soon you will be able to be out and about to play with friends and see spring unfolding.
You are so adorable, it looks like you have your mommy's smile. I hope your birthday was a special one, just like you are!!
Colm's mommy, Pam McSweeney
Pam McSweeney
Burnsville, MN - Sunday, March 11, 2007 8:20 PM CDT
i see you guys got hardwood floors :)
andrea <ngxx0081@umn.edu>
- Saturday, March 10, 2007 11:44 PM CST
WOW< HAPPY BIRTHDAY sweet heart. im so happy you are doing better. Keep up the good work you are in my prayers along with kayden to stay healthy.
marta <martamcclanahan@hotmail.com>
baxter, - Friday, March 9, 2007 11:07 PM CST
Happy Birthday Dolly!!!!
Stacy <stacyjcain@msn.com>
stillwater, mn - Friday, March 9, 2007 8:03 AM CST
Dear Mieko,
So proud of all the strides you are making in your rehabilitation!!!!!
Keep up all the good work little dolly!
You are such a precious little angel!
Keep Smiling!
God Bless!
Dear Maya,
Sounds like Mieko is making some great strides towards her recovery!
That is wonderful news!!!
I think the backpack is an absolutely perfect gift, hope it brings many hours of enjoyment!!
Keep healthy & stay strong!
Continued Love, Support & Prayers!!
God Bless you all!
Stacy <stacyjcain@msn.com>
stillwater, mn - Wednesday, March 7, 2007 9:58 AM CST
I am SO glad to hear Mieko is doing well.. I have been super busy and haven't really been checking and I did today and I am glad to see the cute pictures and hear good things:)
Melissa Gallus <mgallus9@yahoo.com>
duluth, mn usa - Monday, February 26, 2007 11:41 PM CST
Dear Mieko,
You keep on swimming girl! That beautiful smile is returning. Glad to hear you are home. We keep you in our prayers always.
Megan's family
BROWERVILLE, MN - Thursday, February 22, 2007 11:26 AM CST
Well i finally found your sight,im glad she is home now i called when we came down for our sleep study and you had left the day before. I pray everyone stays healthy now and no more hospital stays.
Kayden had ammonia 2 weeks ago but did very well thank god. i got a call today from the sleep Dr and he said kaydens study went very well, he said it is a time to celebrate as he has no real showing of apnea, now 3 years ago he had 90 an hour, but they removed the adenoids and uvula, we only had them retest him due to the 2 spells of stop breathing he did on us a month ago. I guess this proves my theory on i think he aspirated and choked. Praise the lord for no apnea and pray he continues to do well health wise no more spells we pray. His tummy muscles are getting so strong he just goes from laying to sitting in a second and he is now using a electric wheelchair how fun that is he knows that when he pushes the joystick it makes him go go go, now we need to practice on driving it, this will take some time but he loves it. His walking all depends on him some days he will take many many steps and others only a few he is stubborn and he too will shake his head when he has had enough of what ever we are doing. he is working on losing his 4th tooth freaky considering his airway but i'm trying to watch close so i can pull it out last one i found him chewing on it. The Dr knocked them loose last year during surgery and the 2 first came out about 3 months ago and have made the one around loose so yep soon he will be toothless i tell him.ha ha. well i hope to talk to you soon, we need to get these two together as it seams they are the two active and on the go.
always, Marta
www.caringbridge.org/mn/kayden
marta <martamcclanahan@hotmail.com>
baxter, mn - Wednesday, February 21, 2007 11:07 PM CST
Dear Mieko,
So glad to hear that you are continuing to recover!
Keep fighting the fight, I’m so proud of you!!
You are such a precious little angel!
Keep Smiling!
God Bless!
Dear Maya,
The road to recovery sometimes seems very long and up-hill. Mieko is a fighter and I’m sure she’ll turn around after she gets her strength back. It was a long illness and it will be a long recovery. Being home with people who love you helps with all aspects of healing.
Keep healthy & stay strong!
Continued Love, Support & Prayers!!
God Bless you all!
Stacy <stacyjcain@msn.com>
stillwater, mn - Wednesday, February 21, 2007 6:15 PM CST
Darling Mieko-You are so precious and special.
I am praying for you and will keep you and your family in my thoughts.May your health go from strenght to strenght.God bless you all.
Love and prayers from Kathryn xxx
Kathryn Serati-Shirazi <kserati-shirazi@hotmail.co.uk>
Oxford, england UK - Tuesday, February 20, 2007 4:00 PM CST
Hello Maya,
I just wanted to let you know that your precious little angel is in my prayers I'm so glad that she's recovering.
Millicent Tirk <Wheeliegirl55316@yahoo.com>
Champlin, MN USA - Monday, February 19, 2007 2:16 PM CST
Happy Valentine's Day Mieko!
Hugs to you!!!
Linda, RN
Linda Endres Anderson <landerson@studentexperience.com>
St Paul, MN USA - Wednesday, February 14, 2007 9:48 AM CST
Dear Mieko,
Just wanted to wish you a wonderful Valentines Day filled with Love!
You are such a precious little angel!
Keep Smiling!
God Bless!
Dear Maya,
Have a great Valentines Day!
Keeping you all close to my heart!
Keep healthy & stay strong!
Continued Love, Support & Prayers!!
God Bless you all!
Stacy <stacyjcain@msn.com>
stillwater, mn - Wednesday, February 14, 2007 8:07 AM CST
I agree with Quan... Mieko is so gorgeous!!! I am glad she is home and everything is going to work out:) Shes a tough girl!
melissa gallus <mgallus9@yahoo.com>
duluth, mn usa - Tuesday, February 13, 2007 2:25 AM CST
I am glad to hear that Mieko is finally home!! Your daughter is looking as beautiful as ever. As always your family is always in our prayers.
Bill Quan
Brooklyn Park, MN 55443 - Monday, February 12, 2007 9:10 PM CST
oh look at all those teeth!!!! so happy she's finally home! :)
andrea <ngxx0081@umn.edu>
- Monday, February 12, 2007 9:02 PM CST
Dear Mieko,
Congratulations on the progress you’ve made!!!!
Yeah……..Clap, clap, clap!!!
I’m keeping you prayers!
You are such a precious little angel!
Keep Smiling!
God Bless!
Dear Maya,
So glad to hear all the positive strides that Mieko has been making!!
Such wonderful news!
Keep healthy & stay strong!
Continued Love, Support & Prayers!!
God Bless you all!
Stacy <stacyjcain@msn.com>
Stillwater, MN - Monday, February 12, 2007 6:12 PM CST
Dear Shawn and Maya,
I'm so thankful that Mieko is home. I pray that the three of you can cuddle up together for some healing just in time for a great spring and summer!
Susan Hintz <cjhintz@comcast.net>
Maple Grove, MN USA - Sunday, February 11, 2007 4:45 PM CST
What a beautiful little girl you have!I was searchin
at T18 an so i found your page,Whe also had a doughter with
T18 but she died when she was 5 weeks old.And when i look at the pictures of your little girl a see a little miracle
she is realy beatifull.
karin <dekulle71@hotmail.com>
noordeinde, holland - Sunday, February 11, 2007 4:16 PM CST
Dear Mieko,
Sooo goood that your home!!
Hope you keep improving everyday!
I’m keeping the prayers coming!
You are such a precious little angel!
Keep Smiling!
God Bless!
Dear Maya,
Praying that all is going well!
The weather has been perfect to have to be house bound.
Keep healthy & stay strong!
Continued Love, Support & Prayers!!
God Bless you all!
Stacy <stacyjcain@msn.com>
Stillwater, MN - Friday, February 9, 2007 2:40 PM CST
So glad she's home, love that smile!!!
Sue <sturner6@hotmail.com>
Bloomington, MN USA - Wednesday, February 7, 2007 5:06 PM CST
HOME SWEET HOME!!! I am so glad she is home with her parents! That is just great news:) You are definately not missing much outside, here in Duluth it has gotten to -47 it was wickd cold! So enjoy being inside:) I am so happy for You and your family Mr. J. Mieko is an amazing girl
melissa gallus <mgallus9@Yahoo.com>
duluth, mn usa - Wednesday, February 7, 2007 2:28 PM CST
Whoo Hoo! I'm glad to hear that she's finally home!! Hope to see you guys soon!
Andrea <Ngxx0081@umn.edu>
- Tuesday, February 6, 2007 4:11 PM CST
Dear Mieko,
So happy that your home dolly!!!
You are such a precious little angel!
Keep Smiling!
God Bless!
Dear Maya,
Great news that Mieko is home!!
Great News!!
Keep healthy & stay strong!
Continued Love, Support & Prayers!!
God Bless you all!
Stacy <stacyjcain@msn.com>
Stillwater, MN - Tuesday, February 6, 2007 2:44 PM CST
Dear Mieko,
Keep fighting the fight!!
You can do it, then you will get to go home!!
You are such a precious little angel!
Keep Smiling!
God Bless!
Dear Maya,
So glad to hear that bringing Mieko home is not to far off!
She will have a lot of muscle building to do to get back to where she was.
Keep healthy & stay strong!
Continued Love, Support & Prayers!!
God Bless you all!
Stacy <stacyjcain@msn.com>
Stillwater, MN - Monday, February 5, 2007 8:24 AM CST
Mieko keep it up... keep fighting, you are a very strong girl! Reading the journals and looking at the pictures always puts a smile on my face because you are one special girl:)
melissa gallus <mgallus9@yahoo.com>
duluth, mn usa - Saturday, February 3, 2007 2:47 AM CST
Dear Mieko,
Way to go Mieko, Yeah, yippy (clap, clap, clap)!!!
Keep up the great work baby girl and it won’t be long before your home in your own beddy!!
You are such a precious little angel!
Keep Smiling!
God Bless!
Dear Maya,
So glad to hear all the improvements Mieko is making!
Bet you can’t wait to get you’re your little princess home!
Keep healthy & stay strong!
Continued Love, Support & Prayers!!
God Bless you all!
Stacy <stacyjcain@msn.com>
Stillwater, MN - Friday, February 2, 2007 9:18 AM CST
Mieko! You look great Princess! What a nice picture of you and your daddy!I know your mommy and daddy love you very much and can't wait for you to get all better and get you home!!!
Katie Kruyer <kkruyer@kstp.com>
Minneapolis, MN 55418 - Thursday, February 1, 2007 10:34 AM CST
Dear Mieko,
Keep fighting the fight baby doll!!
The next few days will be hard on you but you can do it!
You are such a precious little angel!
Keep Smiling!
God Bless!
Dear Maya,
The fever thing is very up setting to me, I just wish they could get to the bottom of it!
Mieko will have a big enough fight just to get her lungs cleared up and to get her general strength back. I know that she will get through this, it just seems like she has extra hurdles this time.
Continued Love, Support & Prayers!!
God Bless you all!
Stacy <stacyjcain@msn.com>
Stillwater, MN - Thursday, February 1, 2007 8:15 AM CST
Dear Shawn and Maya,
I just learned today of Mieko and her incredible perseverence to overcome many great challenges. As a mother of 3, a grandmother of 8, and a "teacher" of 22,000, I can only speculate about the great challenges that the two of you face together.
Know that all three of you are now on my prayer list. God will not let me forget to pray for all of you.
With sincere care and support,
Susan Hintz
Susan Hintz <cjhintz@comcast.net>
Maple Grove, MN USA - Wednesday, January 31, 2007 10:04 PM CST
Dear Mieko,
Welcome back dolly!
I have missed your smiling pictures on your web sight!
You are such a precious little angel!
Keep Smiling!
God Bless!
Dear Maya,
Still keeping Mieko in my prayers for a full recovery!
So glad to hear that she is on the turn a round!
Thanks so much for keeping her web sight so up to date!!
Continued Love, Support & Prayers!!
God Bless you all!
Stacy <stacyjcain@msn.com>
Stillwater, MN - Wednesday, January 31, 2007 10:29 AM CST
I am glad to see Mieko made it through this! She is a tough girl:) She just keeps getting over hurdles-- HOORAY!:) You are still in my prayers Mieko!!!
melissa gallus <mgallus9@yahoo.com>
duluth, mn usa - Wednesday, January 31, 2007 0:09 AM CST
Hang in there Mieko!! I am so happy to hear that you are making some progress!! I can't wait to be able to come see you smiling, giggling, and just yourself again!! My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family each and every day!!
~Marisa
Marisa Tembreull <gran0314@umn.edu>
Wyoming, MN U.S.A. - Tuesday, January 30, 2007 2:27 PM CST
Dear Mieko,
Including you in all my positive thoughts & prayers!!
You are such a precious little angel!
Keep Smiling!
God Bless!
Dear Maya,
Praying for Miekos full recovery!
Many positive thoughts and prayers coming your way!!
Continued Love, Support & Prayers!!
God Bless you all!
Stacy <stacyjcain@msn.com>
Stillwater, MN - Sunday, January 28, 2007 3:06 PM CST
Dear Mieko,
Much love and many prayers coming your way!!
You are such a precious little angel!
Keep Smiling!
God Bless!
Dear Maya,
May Gods love and love of family and friends hold you up while you continue to wait for Miekos full recovery!
Continued Love, Support & Prayers!!
God Bless you all!
Stacy <stacyjcain@msn.com>
Stillwater, MN - Friday, January 26, 2007 6:30 AM CST
Dear Mieko,
Keeping you in all my prayers!!
You are such a precious little angel!
Keep Smiling!
God Bless!
Dear Maya,
Take care of yourself I’m sure you’ll have your hands full when Mieko gets her tube out!
I just wish they could get to the bottom of the nagging fever.
Continued Love, Support & Prayers!!
God Bless you all!
Stacy <stacyjcain@msn.com>
Stillwater, MN - Thursday, January 25, 2007 7:03 PM CST
Looks like you guys are on the right track. Thinking of you all the time. Hang in there.
Sue Turner <sturner6@hotmail.com>
Bloomington, MN - Thursday, January 25, 2007 2:59 PM CST
Dear Mieko,
Sending many prayers & positive thoughts!!
You are such a precious little angel!
Keep Smiling!
God Bless!
Dear Maya,
I think & pray for your precious little angel many times a day!
Take care of yourself!
Thinking of you often,
Continued Love, Support & Prayers!!
God Bless you all!
Stacy <stacyjcain@msn.com>
Stillwater, MN - Tuesday, January 23, 2007 9:30 PM CST
Mieko,This too you will overcome, you have been through so much for your little age, all my prayers and good thoughts are with you always, and it was so nice to finally meet you a few weeks ago. Hang in there sweet baby girl, I look forward to hearing how well your feeling, and all your newest activities. Love and prayers,
Barb Johnson <JohnsonBarbara@district270.org>
Brooklyn Park, Mn USA - Monday, January 22, 2007 7:47 AM CST
Dear Mieko,
Praying for you !!
You are such a precious little angel!
Keep Smiling!
God Bless!
Dear Maya,
I think the one thing that is important to know, is that there are many people out here praying for Mieko! I’m a true believer in the power of prayer!
Time is not according to our watch.
I personally appreciate being included in Miekos life, she is such a precious little angel!
Thinking of you often,
Continued Love, Support & Prayers!!
I keep you all in my prayers!
God Bless you all!
Stacy <stacyjcain@msn.com>
Stillwater, MN - Sunday, January 21, 2007 10:29 AM CST
Dear Mieko,
Keeping the prayer flood doors open!
You are such a precious little angel!
Keep Smiling!
God Bless!
Dear Maya,
I realize that this is an extremely slow process, and that some things just heal in there own time. My brother in law was recently transferred to United for pneumonia and has been on a ventilator too.
Thanks for all the up-dates!
Thinking of you often, Keeping you all in my prayers!
Continued Love, Support & Prayers!!
I keep you all in my prayers!
God Bless you all!
Stacy <stacyjcain@msn.com>
Stillwater, MN - Saturday, January 20, 2007 8:39 AM CST
Mieko you are inspiration to all! You are in my thoughts and prayers daily and I think about you when I need a boost of confidence! You are so precious:)
Melissa Gallus <mgallus9@yahoo.com>
duluth, mn usa - Friday, January 19, 2007 0:24 AM CST
Dear Mieko,
Many prayers still coming your way!!
You are such a precious little angel!
Keep Smiling!
God Bless!
Dear Maya,
I was so glad to hear you feel Mieko has turned the corner!! Great News!!!
Narcotics are kind of a love em / hate em type of drug, I’m sure she will wean off them just fine. I just hope they can get to the bottom of the fever.
I just Love the idea of music therapy!! Is there some sort of music from home you would be allowed to bring in that Mieko would find familiar & comforting?
Thanks for all the up-dates.
(I will forward an article to your e-mail I found its very interesting)
Continued Love, Support & Prayers!!
I keep you all in my prayers!
God Bless you all!
Stacy <stacyjcain@msn.com>
Stillwater, m - Thursday, January 18, 2007 3:20 PM CST
I just found your site. My daughter's unborn baby has Trisomy 18-due to be delivered by c section on 3-20-07. It's good to know some babies can live as long as your baby has. I hope you have her for a long, long time. May God bless your family.
Molly Denham <msd0101@hotmail.com>
Austin, Tx. USD - Thursday, January 18, 2007 3:14 PM CST
Dear Mieko,
Praying you keep improving every day!!
You are such a precious little angel!
Keep Smiling!
God Bless!
Dear Maya,
Thanks so much for the updates!
Continued Love, Support & Prayers!!
I keep you all in my prayers!
God Bless you all!
Stacy <stacyjcain@msn.com>
Stillwater, MN - Wednesday, January 17, 2007 6:11 PM CST
Dear Mieko,
Many, many prayers coming your way!
Hope you keep improving every day!!
You are such a precious little angel!
Keep Smiling!
God Bless!
Dear Maya,
Sorry to hear things are moving so slowly! It broke my heart to see her hospital picture. I know that is the best place she could possibly be right now, but it is so sad!
Continued Love, Support & Prayers!!
Thanks for keeping us up to date!!
I keep you all in my prayers!
God Bless you all!
Stacy <stacyjcain@msn.com>
Stillwater, MN - Tuesday, January 16, 2007 6:49 PM CST
I just looked at Mieko's page today and realized that she was in the hospital. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you. She is such a precious gift.:) I'm sure she will pull through all of this in her own time.:) Let me know if there is anything I can do.:)
Lots of love,
Marisa
Marisa Tembreull <gran0314@umn.edu>
Wyoming, MN U.S.A. - Tuesday, January 16, 2007 6:29 PM CST
Hello Mieko..
I hope you feel better real soon! I will say a few extra prayers for you, but I know you won't need them. You are one very strong little girl. I don't post much on here but I do check back frequently to see your beautiful pictures your mommy and daddy take. You are growing up to be quite the beautiful princess!!!!
Katie Kruyer <kkruyer@kstp.com>
Minneapolis, MN USA - Tuesday, January 16, 2007 8:26 AM CST
Dear Mieko,
Praying you continue to grow stronger everyday!
You are such a precious little angel!
Keep Smiling!
God Bless!
Dear Maya,
I will be saying some extra prayers for Mieko so that she has a swift recovery & gets to come home soon!!
Thank-You for taking time for posting!
I keep you all in my prayers!
God Bless you all!
Stacy <stacyjcain@msn.com>
Stillwater, MN - Monday, January 15, 2007 5:42 PM CST
She's beautiful!!!, my little Cameron will be 4 months this coming January 18. She's doing fine but developed reflux recently. We're very hopeful that she will outgrow it.
Joanne Lee <leejt@usc.edu>
La Puente, CA United States - Monday, January 15, 2007 3:41 PM CST
Maya,
Can we bring you and your husband some soup while you are at the hospital? What would be a good time to stop by? Is there anything else we can do to help? In the meantime, we will keep praying.
Sara Kubiak <sarasturmkubiak@yahoo.com>
Saint Paul, MN - Monday, January 15, 2007 1:33 PM CST
Mr J... your daughter is in my thoughts and prayers as she goes through this! I know that the hospital takes great care of her, I know she is a tough girl who can fight through this:) I will keep checking to see how she is doing.
Melissa Gallus <mgallus9@Yahoo.com>
duluth, mn usa - Sunday, January 14, 2007 11:25 PM CST
Meiko,
We know you are a fighter. Prayers are going your way to be out of the hospital and back home soon.
Take care.
Megan's family in Browerville.
Lynn Geraets <lynng@logbank.com>
- Sunday, January 14, 2007 5:40 PM CST
Meiko,
You are in our thoughts and prayers. You are such a fighter and we know with prayers you will be stong again soon.
Love,
Cathy & Annabel
Cathy
- Sunday, January 14, 2007 8:15 AM CST
Dear Mieko,
Have been thinking about you a lot lately. So sorry to hear that your in the hospital!
I’m hoping and praying that you have a quick recovery and get to be back home with your mommy and daddy real soon!! Sounds like you received some wonderful Christmas gifts, perfect for a precious little angel!!
You are such a precious little angel!
Keep Smiling!
God Bless!
Dear Maya,
So sorry to hear that Mieko is back in the Hospital. I was hoping that no news was good news. I think its wonderful that your able to switch from carpeting to hardwood flooring, I’m sure it will bring some health advantages! I will be saying an extra prayer for Mieko so that she has a swift recovery & gets to come home soon!!
I keep you all in my prayers!
God Bless you all!
P.S. If there is any thing I could do to help please let me know!
Stacy <stacyjcain@msn.com>
Stillwater, MN - Sunday, January 14, 2007 7:55 AM CST
Many Prayers comming your way for a Very Healthy & Happy 2007!!!
Continued Love,Support & Payers!
God Bless You All!!!
Stacy <stacyjcain@msn.com>
Stillwater, MN - Monday, January 1, 2007 9:06 AM CST
The pictures are just adorable from Christmas and I am glad to see your family could spend it all together! Mieko is inspiration to all:) I wish you guys happy holidays and a great new year!
melissa gallus <mgallus9@yahoo.com>
albertville, mn usa - Sunday, December 31, 2006 1:34 PM CST
Dear Mieko,
I just received your holiday picture, it is absolutely precious!!
You look like a little angel, so beautiful!!
You are such a precious little angel!
Keep Smiling!
God Bless!
Dear Maya,
I just love Miekos holiday picture! It truly is so adorable!
I hope we get a chance for a summer get together!
Mieko has made great strides in the past year, you must be so proud!!!
I keep you all in my prayers!
God Bless you all!
Stacy <stacyjcain@msn.com>
Stillwater, MN - Thursday, December 28, 2006 10:11 PM CST
Mr. Johnson, and family
Wishing you all a very merry christmas and happy new year from Terrance Mallory!
Terrance Mallory <ttmallory@tougaloo.edu>
Tougaloo, MS USA - Tuesday, December 26, 2006 6:30 PM CST
Mieko & Family,
Wishing you all a very Merry Christmas!
And all the best in the New Year!!
Keeping you all in my prayers!
Love, Stacy
Stacy <stacyjcain@msn.com>
Stillwater, MN - Sunday, December 24, 2006 9:08 AM CST
Dear Mieko,
I’m sending extra warm and cozy thoughts your way to help with your recovery!
Christmas is a very special time for precious little angels!!
Hope your feeling better real soon, and enjoy the holidays with your mommy and daddy!
You are such a precious little angel!
Keep Smiling!
God Bless!
Dear Maya,
So sorry to hear Mieko had a relapse. (Not a good thing this time of year)
Shopping, cooking, baking, and parties the holidays can be rough. Add on top of that a job and a special needs precious little angel! I will send a special prayer your way too, for strength to get you through!
I keep you all in my prayers!
God Bless you all!
Stacy <stacyjcain@msn.com>
Stillwater, MN - Thursday, December 21, 2006 7:22 AM CST
I hope Mieko can get better and enjoy a wonderful Christmas with your family!!! She is a fighter, and inspiration to me~ Happy Holidays to you and your family Mr Johnson
Melissa Gallus <mgallus9@yahoo.com>
duluth, mn usa - Wednesday, December 20, 2006 1:48 AM CST
Maya, We are so glad to hear the progress you both have made with Mieko.. We think of you and her often, and wish we lived close, so that we could see you and her..
We have not seen you since your Moms funeral,but have been able to keep abreast of events with your Dad..
Our prayers go out to you and your family..we hope you have a wonderful Christmas and an eventful New Year.. Now that we know how to find your web page, we will be checking on Mieko's progress...
Merry Christmas... Mike and Pat Kudsk
Mike and Pat Kudsk <countrytwins@ctc.net>
Mount Pleasant, NC USA - Saturday, December 9, 2006 4:07 PM CST
Dear Mieko,
So sorry to hear your not feeling well :(
I’ll be saying an extra little prayer for your quick recovery!!
You are such a precious little angel!
Keep Smiling!
God Bless!
Dear Maya,
Sorry to hear about Miekos breathing problems and the brace problems!
But the Holidazzle sounds great, I think it sounds like a wonderful event for Mieko!
Keep up your strength and all the wonderful things you do with Mieko!!
Job well done!
I keep you all in my prayers!
God Bless you all!
Stacy <stacyjcain@msn.com>
Stillwater, MN - Tuesday, December 5, 2006 9:38 AM CST
I think of your family often. I am amazed and inspired at Mieko's strenght. What a Blessing she is. May you have a wonderful Christmas. Posted in Memory of my little nephew, Noah Nisan(5/16/05-5/19/05, full trisomy 18)
melody reiff <channytel@aol.com>
carmel, in usa - Thursday, November 30, 2006 12:38 AM CST
I hope your guys family Thanksgiving was amazing! The pictures are so cute:) Keep it up Mieko--
Melissa Gallus <mgallus9@yahoo.com>
Duluth, mn usa - Saturday, November 25, 2006 7:14 PM CST
Hi, It was nice to meet you at the mall. Amos has not made it home yet, and has had major setbacks with his 1st cold. We are heading back to your area soon for a trach evalation. So looks like we will be there for a while. You have a beautiful little girl and her progress and stories help all of us dealing with our children with special needs. Thanks for being great parents and commucators.
Kelly Rosberg, mom to Amos (7 mo) from NE <tri18mom@yahoo.com>
Wausa, NE USA - Friday, November 24, 2006 12:19 AM CST
Dear Mieko,
Happy Turkey Day!!
You are such a precious little angel!
Keep Smiling!
God Bless!
Dear Maya,
Hope you all have a wonderful Thanksgiving!!
I keep you all in my prayers!
God Bless you all!
Stacy <stacyjcain@msn.com>
Stillwater, MN - Thursday, November 23, 2006 7:17 AM CST
You have such a remarkable little girl. I really love to read about her progress. Best wishes to all of you.
Sara Kubiak <sarasturmkubiak@yahoo.com>
St. Paul, MN - Thursday, November 16, 2006 10:09 PM CST
Thank you for sharing this information. We have a little girl with T18 who is 20 mths. old. I love to watch your little angels progress.
Cathy Shelander <suzyque92@hotmail.com>
TX - Wednesday, November 15, 2006 8:54 PM CST
Oh I am so proud of her! Tell Mieko that she'll have to show me all her new tricks when I come and visit in a couple of weeks.
Andrea <ngxx0081@umn.edu>
- Saturday, November 11, 2006 9:54 PM CST
Dear Mieko,
So sorry to hear that your nasty cold is still hanging on!
Sounds like your working very hard to become independent!!
Good girl keep up all your hard work!!!
You are such a precious little angel!
Keep Smiling!
God Bless!
Dear Maya,
I was very pleased to hear how nicely Miekos development is coming along!!
You and your husband both deserve a huge pat on the back…for a job very well done!!!
Having a child like Mieko would either make your bonds tighter or blow them apart.
Sending you both strength and prayers!
I keep you all in my prayers!
God Bless you all!
Stacy <stacyjcain@msn.com>
Stillwater, MN - Saturday, November 11, 2006 8:12 AM CST
Dear Mieko,
I’m so proud of all the walking you are doing!!
Keep up the good work!
Hope your feeling better real soon!
You are such a precious little angel!
Keep Smiling!
God Bless!
Dear Maya,
Sounds like you guys are busy as ever!
Praying that the braces next week are as carefree as they say!
I keep you all in my prayers!
God Bless you all!
Stacy <stacyjcain@msn.com>
Stillwater, MN - Thursday, November 2, 2006 7:58 AM CST
Dear Mieko,
Great Job on the big girl trike!
Yeah!!! (Clap, clap, clap!!!)
You are such a precious little angel!
Keep Smiling!
God Bless!
Dear Maya,
Sounds like many improvements at your house!!
Keep up the wonderful job!
I keep you all in my prayers!
God Bless you all!
Stacy <stacyjcain@msn.com>
Stillwater, MN - Tuesday, October 24, 2006 9:54 AM CDT
Mieko,
Wow! Riding a trike. What a big girl. I love your pictures. Your big smile makes me smile. Sounds like you had a great trip. Keep on talking!!
Lynn Geraets
BROWERVILLE, MN - Thursday, October 19, 2006 4:50 PM CDT
Dear Mieko,
Congratulations on all your talking!!!
I just love all your new pictures!!
You are such a precious little angel!
Keep Smiling!
God Bless!
Dear Maya,
Sounds like you had a wonderful time on vacation!
Extended families are so important for children!!
So happy to hear of all the wonderful new strides Mieko is making!
I keep you all in my prayers!
God Bless you all!
Stacy <stacyjcain@msn.com>
Stillwater, MN - Sunday, October 15, 2006 7:33 AM CDT
It is great to hear Mieko is talking a lot:) Also I am glad the trip went well, the pictures are great!!! In my prayers you shall still be.
Melissa Gallus <mgallus9@yahoo.com>
Duluth, mn usa - Thursday, October 12, 2006 7:40 PM CDT
Great pics maya and sean, thanks for the updates...it's great to hear and see how well she's doing.
Mike Terrel <mterrel@hotmail.com>
London, U.K. - Saturday, October 7, 2006 5:12 PM CDT
It was so cool to see Mieko ( and her Dad ) out in the sunshine the other day and to see Mieko walking and smiling. Made my day. Congrats on all the progress. So much progress....WOW
Dennis Breining <ramseyhillman@yahoo.com>
St paul, - Tuesday, October 3, 2006 10:42 PM CDT
I just wanted to write again to say how proud of Mieko I am.:) I can't believe the huge strides she has made and I'm looking forward to the ones yet to come.:) Thank you all for letting me be part of her life.:) It was great seeing all of you again yesterday!! Have a great time in California!!
~Marisa
P.S. The rice cooker works wonderfully.:) I love it!!
Marisa <gran0314@umn.edu>
Wyoming, MN Chisago - Friday, September 29, 2006 3:38 PM CDT
Hi Maya and Sean,
"A belly laugh so big she popped the velcro on her back brace"
What a profound statement. It really says it all doesn't it? I hope you don't mind if I quote you on this sometime in the future.
Love from your fans in Toronto, Canada. (Home of the Children's Hospital that doesn't give trisomy babies a fighting chance)
Barb Farlow <b_farlow@hotmail.com>
Toronto, Canada - Friday, September 29, 2006 11:17 AM CDT
Dear Mieko,
Congratulations on all your walking!!!
You are becoming such a big girl!!!
Your new helmet even makes you look even more grown up & mature.
I just love all your new pictures!!
I will pray for a healthy and safe trip for you!
You are such a precious little angel!
Keep Smiling!
God Bless!
Dear Maya,
So happy to hear of all the wonderful new strides Mieko is making!!!
She just seems to be suddenly growing up right before our eyes!
The ball pit picture is cool; it looks like it could be in a photography studio.
Hope you all have a wonderful time on vacation!!
I keep you all in my prayers!
God Bless you all!
Stacy <stacyjcain@msn.com>
Stillwater, mn - Friday, September 29, 2006 8:50 AM CDT
The new pictures are so cute:) They make me smile when I go to look at how Mieko is doing! I like to hear she is doing well. Keep up the good work Mieko! You are in my thoughts and prayers always
Melissa Gallus <mgallus9@yahoo.com>
Duluth, MN USA - Friday, September 22, 2006 4:23 PM CDT
Dear Mieko,
I just love all your new pictures!!
You look like you have grown a lot since your mommies last update!
You are such a precious little angel!
Keep Smiling!
God Bless!
Dear Maya,
Very happy to hear all is going well with Mieko.
Great news that she won’t have to have tubes put in her ears!
She seems so much bigger in her new pictures, what have you been feeding her?
I keep you all in my prayers!
God Bless you all!
Stacy <stacyjcain@msn.com>
stillwater, mn - Friday, September 22, 2006 2:51 PM CDT
Maya,
I have been thinking a lot about you and your family. Your daughter is so beautiful. Glad you had a good trip and hope to see you again soon.
Sara Kubiak <sarasturmkubiak@yahoo.com>
Saint Paul, MN - Tuesday, September 19, 2006 3:14 PM CDT
Dear Maya,
You have a beautiful little girl, and you and your family's strength and courage is admirable and inspiring. Although I can't imagine the extent of what you've gone through, I do have some understanding, because when he was 9 months old, we found out my son Gavin (born 12/14/04)had an arachnoid cyst in his brain and hydrocephalus. Since then he had to have two carniotomies and finally had a shunt put in to drain the fluids from his brain into his tummy. He'll have the shunt the rest of his life, but he is doing fabulously now. However, I remember so clearly all those days and nights in the hospital by his crib (I was actually in the crib with him some of the times!). I hope I get to see you again soon, and meet Meiko - she's a little angel. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Laura (Yee) Bresnahan <Laura_Yee@hotmail.com>
Redondo Beach, CA USA - Sunday, September 10, 2006 1:50 AM CDT
Dear Mieko,
Sounds like you had a wonderful time in L.A.!
Your pictures with your grandparents were adorable!!
You are such a precious little angel!
Keep Smiling!
God Bless!
Dear Maya,
Sounds like all went wonderfully on your trip!
Did you guys get a chance to take Mieko to the State Fair?
The fair pictures last year were so adorable!
I keep you all in my prayers!
God Bless you all!
Stacy <stacyjcain@msn.com>
stillwater, mn - Thursday, September 7, 2006 7:55 AM CDT
I am very glad to check and see Mieko is doing WONDERFULLY! That is great news:)
Melissa Gallus <mgallus9@yahoo.com>
Albterville, mn usa - Tuesday, August 29, 2006 1:57 AM CDT
Dear Mieko,
You are such a precious little angel!
Sounds like you are staying very busy, With a lot of fun stuff!!
Have a wonderful time at the state fair!! (maybe some cotton candy this year)
L.A. also sounds like a great time!
I will pray for safe travels and good health for your trip!
Keep Smiling!
God Bless!
Dear Maya,
Busy, busy, busy…that’s what I enjoy hearing!
Sounds like Mieko is making some wonderful strides. Keep up the hard work!!
Clapping is a wonderful thing!
I keep you all in my prayers!
God Bless you all!
Stacy <stacyjcain@msn.com>
stillwater, mn - Friday, August 25, 2006 3:31 PM CDT
She's clapping now?!?! Yay!!!
Andrea
- Friday, August 25, 2006 1:20 PM CDT
It is good to hear that in the last journal entry things are going awesome! Keep it up Mieko. I am very happy for your family... again You are in my prayers.
melissa gallus <mgallus9@yahoo.com>
Albertville, mn usa - Thursday, August 10, 2006 3:51 PM CDT
Maya,
Ed and I can't tell you how often we think of you and your family and how often Mieko is included in our prayers. She is a remarkable girl which one would only guess she would be with such remarkable parents. I can't begin to imagine how challenging this journey has been but I also know incredibly rewarding each day is. A reminder for all of us to value each day and take nothing for granted. Please know you will remain in our prayers.... Ed and Kathy Heil
Kathy Heil <eheil@mn.rr.com>
Eden Prairie, MN - Sunday, August 6, 2006 10:56 PM CDT
Maya,
Ed and I can't tell you how often we think of you and your family and how often Mieko is included in our prayers. She is a remarkable girl which one would only guess she would be with such remarkable parents. I can't begin to imagine how challenging this journey has been but I also know incredibly rewarding each day is. A reminder for all of us to value each day and take nothing for granted. Please know you will remain in our prayers.... Ed and Kathy Heil
Kathy Heil <eheil@mn.rr.com>
Eden Prairie, MN - Sunday, August 6, 2006 10:55 PM CDT
Dear Mieko,
I love all your new pictures!
I bet your so happy cuz your just glad to be home!!
You are such a precious little angel!
Keep Smiling!
God Bless!
Dear Maya,
Wonderful pictures!!
It must be a very nice to have your little dolly home!
I keep you all in my prayers!
God Bless you all!
Stacy <stacyjcain@msn.com>
stillwater, mn - Saturday, August 5, 2006 8:36 AM CDT
Dear Mieko,
Yippy!!!
Home with Mommy & Daddy!!!
You are such a precious little angel!
Keep Smiling!
God Bless!
Dear Maya,
Wonderful News!!!
You have your little dolly home!
I keep you all in my prayers!
God Bless you all!
Stacy <stacyjcain@msn.com>
stillwater, mn - Sunday, July 30, 2006 7:23 AM CDT
YAY!!!! Mieko is home. I Hope you are enjoying that very much and I Am glad to hear the cats are as well!
Melissa Gallus <mgallus9@yahoo.com>
Albterville, MN USA - Saturday, July 29, 2006 3:56 PM CDT
I am glad to hear Mieko is improving and to be home soon Saturday! That is great news:) I hope things continue to go well, and Mieko is just a precoius, beautiful child! She is truly amazing and I don't even know her. Again Mieko keep fighting!
Melissa Gallus <mgallus9@yahoo.com>
Albertville, mn usa - Thursday, July 27, 2006 10:06 PM CDT
Dear Mieko,
So glad to hear things keep improving!
You’ll be home with Mommy & Daddy soon!!!
You are such a precious little angel!
Keep Smiling!
God Bless!
Dear Maya,
Great News!!!
You’ll have your little dolly home before you know it!
I keep you all in my prayers!
God Bless you all!
Stacy <stacyjcain@msn.com>
stillwater, mn - Thursday, July 27, 2006 9:15 PM CDT
HI MAYA!
I've just visited your page again, and viewed all the pictures of Mieko, she's so lovely! My little girl has Trisomy 21 (standard Down syndrome), and in my opinion, these are the most precious children in this world! With odds that stand against them from the beginning, it's particularly wonderful to see them overcome the hurdles that everyday life throws their way.
The best to you and your family, and I hope to meet Mieko at the reunion picnic (that is, assuming you're going) and give her a biiiiiig hug!!! :o)
See you soon!
Stacy Phillips
Anastasia Phillips-Dunn
Leeds, W. Yorkshire United Kingdom - Thursday, July 27, 2006 4:46 PM CDT
Dear Mieko,
I love your new hospital picture!!!
Smiling, little dolly!!!
You are such a precious little angel!
Keep Smiling!
God Bless!
Dear Maya,
Thanks so much for including the wonderful picture of Mieko today!
It made my heart happy!
I keep you all in my prayers!
God Bless you all!
Stacy <stacyjcain@msn.com>
stillwater, mn - Tuesday, July 25, 2006 6:33 PM CDT
Hey Smiley Girl!! I'm glad to hear that you are feeling better and that you moved out of the PICU!! You are such a strong, courageous girl and I just know you will keep fighting back.:) I can't wait to come and see you again!!
Take care and God Bless!!
Love,
Marisa
P.S. Maya let me know if there is anything I can do to help out at all.:)
Marisa <gran0314@umn.edu>
Wyoming, MN U.S.A. - Tuesday, July 25, 2006 7:34 AM CDT
Dear Mieko,
Yippy!!!
So relieved to hear your improving!!!
You are such a precious little angel!
Keep Smiling!
God Bless!
Dear Maya,
First I would like to thank-you for keeping Mieko’s web sight updated, Great job keeping us all informed!!!
Wonderful news today! Things are looking up!!
I keep you all in my prayers!
God Bless you all!
Stacy <stacyjcain@msn.com>
stillwater, mn - Monday, July 24, 2006 8:20 PM CDT
Mieko-
I am glad to hear you are a fighter. Keep the fight! You are still in my thoughts and prayers daily.
Melissa Gallus <mgallus9@yahoo.com>
albertville, mn usa - Sunday, July 23, 2006 6:11 PM CDT
Dear Mieko,
Hope the tubes come out real soon, Dolly!!
Wishing you well!
You are such a precious little angel!
Keep Smiling!
God Bless!
Dear Maya,
Things are sounding very encouraging!
Lots of positive thoughts and energy coming your way!!
I keep you all in my prayers!
God Bless you all!
Stacy <stacyjcain@msn.com>
stillwater, mn - Friday, July 21, 2006 4:41 PM CDT
Dear Mieko,
So sorry to hear things aren’t improving faster!
Hang in there; you’re a tough little cookie!!!
You are such a precious little angel!
Keep Smiling!
God Bless!
Dear Maya,
Hoping that Mieko is soon going to hit an upswing!
Thinking of and praying for all of you!!
I keep you all in my prayers!
God Bless you all!
Stacy <stacyjcain@msn.com>
stillwater, mn - Thursday, July 20, 2006 10:46 AM CDT
I am sorry to hear about being in the hospital. I hope Mieko can return home ASAP! The pictures up are adorable, I love the one on the home page for her, her smile can turn a frown upside down anyday! God Bless you all!
Melissa Gallus <mgallus9@yahoo.com>
albertville, mn usa - Wednesday, July 19, 2006 2:58 PM CDT
HI MAYA, I WILL KEEP YOU ALL IN MY PRAYS, IF YOU NEED ANYTHING LET US KNOW. IM GETTING NEW IN HOME HELP DON'T HAVE ALOT OF FREE TIME RIGHT NOW BUT WILL DO WHAT I CAN.
LOVE TO YOU ALL CARMA
CARMA PERLEBERG <CARMAPERLEBERG@SWIFTCONNECT.COM>
CEDAR, MN ANOKA - Tuesday, July 18, 2006 7:23 PM CDT
Dear Mieko,
Hope your improving, and will soon be home where you belong!
You are such a precious little angel!
Keep Smiling!
God Bless!
Dear Maya,
So sorry to hear Mieko is still in the hospital! I have all the faith in St. Paul’s Childerns Hospital. Many prayers are coming your way!!
I keep you all in my prayers!
God Bless you all!
Stacy <stacyjcain@msn.com>
stillwater, mn - Tuesday, July 18, 2006 6:34 PM CDT
Hi Mieko, Maya, and Shawn!! I'm so sorry to hear that Mieko is in the hospital. I know my strong, bubbly girl will be back on her feet again soon!! My thoughts and prayers are with your whole family.:) I didn't realize that she was in the hospital when I called the house, so please disregard the message. Please let me know if there is ANYTHING I can do!! Take care and God bless!!
Marisa <gran0314@umn.edu>
Wyoming, MN U.S.A. - Tuesday, July 18, 2006 5:59 PM CDT
Dear Mieko,
Sorry to hear you’re still in the hospital! Hopefully things will turn around quickly and you can get back to enjoying summer!!!
You are such a precious little angel!
Keep Smiling!
God Bless!
Dear Maya,
Sorry you had to miss your conference this week. Hopefully you’ll soon have your baby girl home where she belongs!
I keep you all in my prayers!
God Bless you all!
Stacy <stacyjcain@msn.com>
stillwater, mn - Monday, July 17, 2006 4:34 PM CDT
Dear Mieko,
Hope your feeling better real soon dolly!!!!!
You are such a precious little angel!
Keep Smiling!
God Bless!
Dear Maya,
So sorry to hear about Mieko! If there is any thing I can do please let me know!
I keep you all in my prayers!
God Bless you all!
Stacy <stacyjcain@msn.com>
stillwater, mn - Saturday, July 15, 2006 7:28 AM CDT
Dear Mieko,
It sounds like your having a wonderful summer!
The picture of you with your sunglasses is very, very cool!!
Have your mom and dad bring you over to the pool, the weather is going to be very hot!
You are such a precious little angel!
Keep Smiling!
God Bless!
Dear Maya,
Sounds like you have been busy as ever!
The conference in Chicago sounds like it will be very interesting. Do the facts of Miekos condition ever make you depressed? Being informed is always the best route.
If you get a chance to come over for a swim, please know you are always welcome!
I keep you all in my prayers!
God Bless you all!
Stacy <stacyjcain@msn.com>
stillwater, mn - Wednesday, July 12, 2006 8:18 AM CDT
Well I have been extremely busy with first year of college etc. so MY DEEPEST APOLOGY for taking so long to write another message. Mieko is an inspiration to me, I try to check this as much as I can to see how she and your family are doing. I pray for you daily and hope you keep enjoying life day in and day out Mieko. Mr J I hope all is well with you, you are a great guy who has touched my life in many a ways!
Melissa Gallus <mgallus9@yahoo.com>
Albertville, mn usa - Monday, July 10, 2006 6:39 PM CDT
Dear Mieko,
Happy fire cracker day!!!
You are such a precious little angel!
Keep Smiling!
God Bless!
Dear Maya,
Hope you have a safe and wonderful 4th of July!!
I keep you all in my prayers!
God Bless you all!
Stacy <stacyjcain@msn.com>
stillwater, mn - Tuesday, July 4, 2006 7:03 AM CDT
Mieko ~
I am SO glad to see that you are doing so well and having a wonderful summer!! I always knew that everything would work out for you and I pray you have best life possible. I know you already have the right parent's to bring that to pass.
Mr. Johnson ~
By far my favorite teacher EVER! i Hope u still remember me.. LOL. Anywho I haven't stopped by this page in a while so I thought I would. I took a year off of school to work at Marshall Fields to save money (mostly bc I was afraid to start COLLEGE already) But you were right, it was a pretty dumb idea, I am glad however that I didn't get sucked into that North Hennepin habbit everyone else seems to be in. Nevertheless I can't wait to be back in school. I'll be leaving for Mississippi this August to go to Tougaloo College. You might not be familiar with it, it's a private school so it's rather small. Well I've rambled enough. Have a great day!! and tell your wife I said hello!
Terrance Mallory <Chad77Brook@aol.com>
Minneapolis, MN Hennepin - Thursday, June 22, 2006 1:51 PM CDT
Dear Mieko,
Sounds like your having a wonderful summer! I was very glad to hear that you have been feeling so well! I bet you love your shoulder top views & going exploring with your mommy & daddy.
You are such a precious little angel!
Keep Smiling!
God Bless!
Dear Maya,
I was very glad to hear that the botox is working so well for Mieko! Sounds like you are staying very busy with P.T. and ballroom dancing (what fun). I hope you can find the time to bring Mieko over for a visit, we keep our pool at 82 but can bump it up for Miekos visit. I think she may also enjoy our basset hounds Otis is 9 and Jasper is 5.
I keep you all in my prayers!
God Bless you all!
Stacy <stacyjcain@msn.com>
Stillwater, MN - Wednesday, June 21, 2006 8:14 AM CDT
Happy Fathers Day Shawn!
Stacy <stacyjcain@msn.com>
Stillwater, MN - Saturday, June 17, 2006 6:32 PM CDT
Dear Mieko,
I was so glad to hear that you have been feeling good. It is wonderful to hear your pulling yourself up. Summer in Minnesota is the best part of a kids life! I hope you have a wonderful time at the lake this weekend!! Don’t forget your water shoes, sunscreen & bug spray.
You are such a precious little angel!
Keep Smiling!
God Bless!
Dear Maya,
Sounds like you have been busy as ever with doctor appointments & PT! Mieko looked like such a big girl in her new gait trainer. It sounds like you have a wonderful weekend planned, sand between the toes and water temps will be a big change for Mieko. Please know that you are very welcome to a play date at my house anytime!
I keep you all in my prayers!
God Bless you all!
Stacy <stacyjcain@msn.com>
Stillwater, MN - Wednesday, June 7, 2006 8:02 AM CDT
Dear Mieko,
You look like such a big girl in the pool. You have a very pretty swimming suit!
Wish the swallowing was going better for you. The baby birds on my porch and in my lilacs aren’t having any problems swallowing, they keep their mommies very busy.
You are such a precious little angel!
Keep Smiling!
God Bless!
Dear Maya,
Mieko looks so relaxed in the swimming pool pictures! I think it would take a ton of pressure off her hips and spine. The buoyancy of water is one of those special little miracles from God.
I was sorry to hear that things didn’t go so good with the speech therapist and the swallowing, maybe something that would dissolve like cotton candy or ice-cream (neither of which are healthy) but may get her started on the right track.
I keep you all in my prayers!
God Bless you all!
Stacy <stacyjcain@msn.com>
Stillwater, MN - Wednesday, May 17, 2006 8:11 AM CDT
What a beautiful smile!!! I'm so happy everything is going well and I hope it stays that way. I wanted to drop in mainly to check on Mieko's progress but also to thank you Mr. Johnson for being such a great teacher. I still remember everything you taught me in class and I appreciate the energy you brought to the room. Thank you again and you are so blessed to have the gorgeous daughter I get to see in the pictures!
Rebecca Crabtree <Crab0054@metnet.edu>
Maple Grove, MN USA - Sunday, May 14, 2006 10:10 PM CDT
Dear Mieko,
Hope all is going well for you!
You are such a precious little angel!
Keep Smiling!
God Bless!
Dear Maya,
Happy Mothers Day!
Keep up the magnificent job!!!
I keep you all in my prayers!
God Bless you all!
Stacy <stacyjcain@msn.com>
Stillwater, MN - Sunday, May 14, 2006 8:27 AM CDT
Mieko - I LOVE your Easter bunny picture. I have seen you out with your parents now that the weather is warm. I look forward to seeing more of you this summer. I really hope you like the swimming.
Dennis Breining <ramseyhillman@yahoo.com>
St Paul, - Friday, April 28, 2006 1:52 PM CDT
Dear Mieko,
You are even more so a ‘precious little angel’ in person!
I feel so blessed to have gotten the chance to meet you!
Your mommy and daddy love you very much!!
You are such a precious little angel!
Keep Smiling!
God Bless!
Dear Maya,
Thank you so much for allowing me to introduce myself at our chance of fate meeting.
Allowing me to hold Mieko and get to know her was wonderful!
I’m praying that Mieko gets to start the pool therapy. The buoyancy of the water allows free movement of the arms and legs.
You are both loving and wonderful people, Mieko is very blessed!
Keep up the magnificent job!!!
I keep you all in my prayers!
God Bless you all!
Stacy <stacyjcain@msn.com>
Stillwater, MN - Saturday, April 22, 2006 11:15 AM CDT
Dear Mieko,
Sounds like your enjoying the early summer sunshine! I liked the picture with the bunny ears! You would make a very sweet bunny!!
Hope you had a wonderful time at the Twins game with your daddy!
You are such a precious little angel!
Keep Smiling!
God Bless!
Dear Maya,
You sound like you have been as busy as ever with all Miekos doctor appointments and therapies! Remember to take care of yourself too! Happy Spring! Keeping my fingers crossed that she can start water therapy!
I keep you all in my prayers!
God Bless you all!
Stacy <stacyjcain@msn.com>
Stillwater, MN - Thursday, April 20, 2006 9:12 AM CDT
Hey again. Seems like you guys had a fun trip. It's great to know that Mieko is doing fine. Take care guys.
Ker Chang <kacy_chang@hotmail.com>
Brooklyn Park, MN USA - Friday, April 14, 2006 2:21 PM CDT
Hi Meiko and family!
We are Krista's parents and have visited your website for the first time. You sure are a cutie! We'll be in Mpls next weekend to visit Krista and other family. We will keep you in our prayers.
Shelly and Mike Heilman <sjheilman60@yahoo.com>
Bismarck, ND USA - Sunday, April 9, 2006 10:20 PM CDT
Dear Mieko,
Hope you had a wonderful time at your Birthday Party!
Hope the sun was always shining while you were in CA., and you got a chance to see your friend Mickey!
You are such a precious little angel!
Keep Smiling!
God Bless!
Dear Maya,
Hope all went well in L.A., and that Mieko stayed healthy, there’s nothing worse then being away from home and being sick. I swear the sun is good for the soul!!
I keep you all in my prayers!
God Bless you all!
Stacy <stacyjcain@msn.com>
Stillwater, MN - Friday, March 31, 2006 10:23 PM CST
Hey Cutie!! I am soooo sorry I couldn't make it to your birthday party!! I'm so happy it looked like you had a great time!! I can't wait until I can see you again! I have been crazy busy with the MCAT test prep. and also moving into our new house. I am all set and ready again to see you when you get back from CA!!!! I hope you have a blast!!!! Say hi to your mom and dad for me!! Love you lots!! ~Marisa
Marisa <gran0314@umn.edu>
Wyokming, MN U.S.A. - Tuesday, March 28, 2006 2:48 PM CST
Good to read that things with Mieko are going well!!! I hope her bday was another great day with a blessing such as Mieko. It has been a while since I have written I have been a little busy so I apologize but I still pray for your family every night Mr. J! Hope all continues to go well with you guys! Keep smiling Mieko:)
Melissa Gallus <mgallus9@yahoo.com>
- Wednesday, March 15, 2006 4:10 PM CST
Dear Mieko,
So glad to hear you’re out of the hospital!!!! :)
I hope all keeps going well for you so your home with mommy and daddy for your birthday!
You are such a precious little angel!
Keep Smiling!
God Bless!
Dear Maya,
Home…. Back where she belongs!!! I know it becomes very hard to keep up with everyday life when someone you love is in and out of the hospital. Take care of yourself too. Her birthday will be here before you know it, then off to L.A. the sun is good for the soul!!
I keep you all in my prayers!
God Bless you all!
Stacy <stacyjcain@msn.com>
Stillwater, MN - Thursday, March 9, 2006 5:34 PM CST
Mieko,
Months have passed since I've written you a message. I wanted to stop in and give you one more as a reminder that we are all still paying very close attention and you will constantly be in all of our prayers. Also, Mr. J and family, if good things happen to good people I can only imagine what is in store for amazing people like you. From what I can tell, Mieko is the greatest blessing you could have asked for.
Mike Barthel <bami0503@stcloudstate.edu>
St. Cloud, MN USA - Saturday, March 4, 2006 11:51 PM CST
Dear Mieko,
I’m so happy to hear that you have been feeling better! :)
Spring isn’t to far off, so hopefully you can get the cruddy winter blaas behind you!
I hope you get to come home from the hospital today!!
You are such a precious little angel!
Keep Smiling!
God Bless!
Dear Maya,
I was very sad to hear that Mieko was back in the hospital:(
I know how hard it is on a family to live life in two places, stay strong hopefully your little angel will get to come home today!
You and your husband are doing a wonderful job!
I keep you all in my prayers!
God Bless you all!
Stacy <stacyjcain@msn.com>
Stillwater, MN - Thursday, March 2, 2006 10:53 AM CST
Hey Shawn, Maya, and Mieko!! I am so sorry to hear that Mieko is in the hospital.:( I know she is a very strong and courageous girl who will fight her way through this!! Hopefully she'll be out very, VERY soon!! I'll give you guys a call and see if she's home for Saturday, otherwise I'll try to stop by the hospital to see her!!
Love,
Marisa
Marisa <gran0314@umn.edu>
Mounds View, MN - Thursday, February 23, 2006 7:55 AM CST
I am so sorry to hear that Mieko is sick and in the hospital. I hope that she is feeling great and strong in time for her birthday. I look forward to seeing a photo of her happy, with that fantastic grin, with her birthday cake celebrating the beginning of being TWO (which is a truly great age to be). I will certainly be thinking of you.
Love
Kirsten
Kirsten Durfee <kcdurfee@rlstevenson.org>
Pebble Beach, CA - Wednesday, February 22, 2006 9:59 AM CST
I love this website! Thanks so much for sharing it with me Maya. I feel I know Mieko better now. She looks very easy to love. I also give you tons of credit for all you are doing. You and your husband are very special people. Looking forward to Mieko and Annie becoming friends!
Sue <sturner6@hotmail.com>
Bloomington , MN USA - Sunday, February 19, 2006 8:29 PM CST
Mieko and Maya,
We check in with you periodically and are so happy to hear that things are going well! Mieko is such an adorable little girl! We hope that you are all staying warm through this cold spell in Minnesota!
We pray for you all and send all of our good wishes your way always!
Many hugs,
Nikki, Aaron, and Riley Spaulding
www.caringbridge.com/mn/rileynicolle
Nikki <aaronandnikki@charter.net>
Farmington, MN - Monday, February 13, 2006 1:16 AM CST
Mieko,
I’ve looked at your picture, Mieko, and can tell that you are a beautiful young girl who is going to grow into a woman full of grace and truth. I pray that God will keep His hand upon you and use you for all He created you for.
Never forget that you are made in the image of God and have a dignity and beauty that is unaffected by the circumstances of your life. Your parents have a wonderful testimony as to how you came into this world; and I dare to believe that the time will come when you yourself will have a wonderful testimony.
God bless you, dear Mieko.
Chuck Colson, Founder and Chairman, Prison Fellowship
- Friday, January 27, 2006 10:02 AM CST
Dear Mieko,
I’m so happy to hear that you have been feeling better! :)
It sounds like you have been a very busy little girl! Keep up all the good work you have been doing with your therapies. You are such a precious little angel!
Keep Smiling!
God Bless!
Dear Maya,
I hope the mild weather has been helpful for getting around with Mieko for all her appointments. You have made such a huge commitment to keep all the balls in the air! You and your husband are doing a wonderful job!
I keep you all in my prayers!
God Bless you all!
Stacy <stacyjcain@msn.com>
Stillwater, MN - Friday, January 27, 2006 7:55 AM CST
Hi Mr. J! I was cleaning my room the other day and stumbled upon a note card with this website address on it. Mieko is such a cutie! I love the hat and the pic "Snow bunny". Does she really take baby ballroom dancing?? I didn’t even know they had such a thing! Well I hope the New Year brings your family health and happiness, Mieko certainly seems like a very special girl :)
Robyn McCloskey -district 833 PARK <robyn.mccloskey@Mnsu.edu>
Mankato, MN USA - Saturday, January 21, 2006 11:04 PM CST
Mieko,
Thinking of you and keeping you in my prayers:)
Keep smiling!
God Bless!
Maya,
Your Christmas picture were wonderful!
Mieko is such a litle putti!
Hope all is going well.
I keep you all in my prayers!
God bless you all!
Stacy <stacyjcain@msn.com>
Stillwater, MN - Wednesday, January 18, 2006 8:21 AM CST
Mieko, you are a beauty, and growing so big, I love the pictures of you on this site. I am glad you are feeling better, and lets hope and pray this continues. I know you are such a joy to Daddy, and Mommy. Have a Happy, and Healthy New Year Honey:)
Barb Johnson <JohnsonBarbara@district279.org.>
Osseo, MN US - Tuesday, January 10, 2006 8:25 AM CST
Dear Mieko,
I was very sad to hear you weren’t feeling well. But I was happy to hear you were home in the loving arms of mommy & daddy for Christmas! So you got a chance to see Santa, I hope he brought you all the perfect toys for a little princess!
Hope you have a Very, Very Healthy and Happy New Year!
Keep Smiling!
God Bless!
Dear Maya,
It broke my heart to hear that Mieko was hospitalized! But it must have been a relief to have her home in time for Christmas. Hopefully the New Year will bring much deserved
Health and Happiness! Your little dolly has had such a tough go at life.
Only The Best In The New Year!!
I keep you all in my prayers!
God Bless you all!
Stacy <stacyjcain@msn.com>
Stillwater, Mn - Friday, December 30, 2005 5:38 PM CST
I hope the holidays went well today with christmas and all!! Hope break and everything with Mieko continues:)
Melissa Gallus <mgallus9@yahoo.com>
- Sunday, December 25, 2005 9:04 PM CST
Hello Mieko! It is your old nurse Wendy. Wow have you grown! You look fantastic! We were just talking about you today and wondering how you were doing, Patricia showed me how to look you up on the caringbridge website, I am glad she did! I think about you all often. Mieko, you are so blessed to have such amazing parents!I love the dancing lessons you and your mom take! I have never heard of that! Meiko I hope you continue to do well, you taught me how to be a better nurse, and you and your family have change my life! You are such a fighter! I have a little christmas surprise to tell you about...my husband and I are going to have a baby! We just found out! I hope they are as cute as you! Merry Christmas guys-keep up the good work!
Wendy Bainbridge <wendellweber@hotmail.com>
- Sunday, December 18, 2005 9:22 PM CST
Mieko and family,
We check in with you all often and really love the pictures of Mieko in the snow! We totally understand what it is like having a million doctor and therapy appointments! We are soooo busy too! Our daughter Riley is turning ONE on December 20th! Pretty exciting! Well, we wish you a wonderful holiday season and a very Happy New Year!
Nikki, Aaron, and Riley Spaulding
www.caringbridge.com/mn/rileynicolle
The Spauldings <aaronandnikki@charter.net>
Farmington, MN - Friday, December 16, 2005 0:18 AM CST
Dear Mieko,
The picture of you in the snow is absolutely adorable! You look so happy and care free!
The picture of you with your mommy and daddy is also wonderful! A keepsake for sure.
I hope you adjust well to your new brace; it looks like it weighs as much as you. It will all be worth it in the long run. It sounds like you and your mommy and daddy are having a good time at your baby ballroom dancing class.
I hope you have a Wonderful, Peaceful Christmas and enjoy all that this magical season has to offer.
Keep Smiling!
God Bless!
Dear Maya,
It must be incredible hard to watch all the struggles that your little princess has to endure. Hopefully they can do something with her new back brace to make it more workable for her. You don’t need the skills she has already acquired to start going backwards. Hope that all the snow we’ve received hasn’t caused any cancellations for all her doctor appointments. I would be nice to get through them before the holidays.
I hope you and your family have a Very Merry Christmas and a Wonderful New Year!
I keep you all in my prayers!
God bless you all!
Stacy <stacyjcain@msn.com>
Stillwater, MN - Thursday, December 15, 2005 11:53 AM CST
Shaun/Maya - I love the new photo.Mieko is gorgeous. I miss the warm weather when I would see you outside, but apparently , I am now missing your cold weather outings. The best of the holidays to all of you.
Dennis Breining
Saint Paul, MN - Monday, December 12, 2005 3:53 PM CST
Hello to Mr. Johnson, Mrs. Johnson, and Mieko. You guys have a fabulous page here. Mieko is cute and you guys are great together. I hope Mieko will get better soon. Take care of her well. Much Love.
Ker Chang <kacy_chang@hotmail.com>
Brooklyn Park, MM USA - Saturday, December 10, 2005 1:51 PM CST
Dear Mieko,
It sounded like you had a wonderful time at your Thanksgiving celebration. I bet you felt right at home with all the other princesses in Disneyland!! You are such a precious little angel!
Keep Smiling!
God Bless!
Dear Maya,
I was glad to hear that Mieko is such an excellent traveler. That will make family get-togethers so much more enjoyable. Sounds like you all had a wonderful time in L.A.
Thank-You sharing your little darlings life with all of us!
I keep you all in my Prayers!
God Bless You All!
Stacy <stacyjcain@msn.com>
Stillwater, MN - Wednesday, December 7, 2005 10:20 AM CST
Loved the Disney Pictures.
Mieko is so adorable, and full of smiles.
Thank you so much for sharing her story and her pictures!
Debbie <deb@debbwebb.com>
- Thursday, December 1, 2005 12:04 AM CST
Dear Mieko,
Your pictures in your princess costume were absolutely adorable! And you looked so brave getting your first haircut.
Keep smiling!
God Bless!
Dear Maya,
I was very happy to hear that Mieko had reached all her developmental goals. Yeah to all of you!!! It must be very enlightening to have Mieko reach these milestones.
I’m concerned how the back brace and hip brace will work together?
Hope you have a wonderful Thanksgiving!
I keep you all in my prayers!
God Bless you all!
Stacy <stacyjcain@msn.com>
Stillwater, MN - Friday, November 18, 2005 8:09 AM CST
She looks so sad about losing the mullet!
Andrea <Ngxx0081@umn.edu>
roseville, mn - Wednesday, November 16, 2005 0:48 AM CST
Mieko's smile must light up the room. What a sweetie. Maya I know your heart just melts whenever she smiles at you. How could it not? Having someone so very wonderful who only needs you to be there to be happy. Isn't that just the best feeling? I check this site every few days, looking forward to another photo of Mieko. She makes me grin every time and your journal tells me of such strength and love (hers and yours). You and Shawn are obviously wonderful parents. You are in my thoughts. Thank you for sharing your beautiful daughter with those of us who are too far to watch her grow in person.
Love Kirsten
Pebble Beach, CA - Tuesday, November 15, 2005 10:25 PM CST
Mieko you looked adorable on Halloween and I am glad you all had a great time together. I am sorry to hear about the car accident that is horrible~ I hope you guys can go to Las Vegas for Thanksgiving that would be a great time for you all. Stay healthy you beautiful little girl. God Bless you Mieko, Mr J, and Maya**
Melissa Gallus <mgallus9@yahoo.com>
Duluth, mn USA - Wednesday, November 9, 2005 10:40 AM CST
Mieko,
It has been a little while since we have checked in with you and we are so excited to see you doing so many wonderful things. You look like such a big girl using your walker! We are so happy to hear that you are doing so well. We send many prayers and wonderful wishes your way to you and your mom and family...Keep up all the great work!
www.caringbridge.com/mn/rileynicolle
www.aicardisyndrome.org
Nikki, Aaron, and Riley Spaulding <aaronandnikki@charter.net>
Farmington, MN - Friday, October 28, 2005 2:03 PM CDT
OH Mieko guess what!!! I have those weebles too!!! Hi Mr. Johnson and Maya!! She is just the most beautiful baby and her smile is gorgeous.
Rebecca Crabtree <Crab0054@metnet.edu>
Maple Grove, - Friday, October 28, 2005 1:41 PM CDT
Dear Mieko,
You are such a precious little angel! You look like such a big girl learning to walk. I hope you got a chance to get outdoors and see all the beautiful colors that fall has to offer. Enjoy all the blessings around you!
Keep Smiling!
God Bless!
Dear Maya,
I was thrilled to hear about all the new things going on in Miekos life! The Rondo school sounds like a wonderful new adventure for Mieko with a lot to offer her. I hope that all signs of her cold have passed and night time is going better. How long dose she have to wear the brace for her hips?
I keep you all in my prayers!
God Bless you all!
Stacy <stacyjcain@msn.com>
Stillwater, MN - Friday, October 21, 2005 11:50 AM CDT
Your daughter is adorable. God has blessed you with each other.
Wendy
St. Paul, MN - Tuesday, October 11, 2005 11:31 AM CDT
I love the new pictures!!! They are adorable**
Melissa Gallus <mgallus9@yahoo.com>
Duluth, mn usa - Monday, October 10, 2005 6:01 PM CDT
Dear Mieko,
You are such a little cutie! You fit right in with all the little princess’s on your princessmobile. Hope that your cold is getting better!
Keep Smiling!
God Bless!
Dear Maya,
Hope that Miekos cold has passed and that your all getting some rest. I think half the people I know have some kind of crud right now. It won’t be long and you’ll be able to introduce Mieko to all the wonderful jewel tone colors of fall. Enjoy each season and each seasons splendors! Hope your getting some rest!
I keep you all in my prayers!
God Bless you All!
Stacy <stacyjcain@msn.com>
Stillwater, MN - Wednesday, October 5, 2005 1:15 PM CDT
Maya and Shawn,
Mieko has such a beautiful smile. My prayers and thoughts are with you all.
Jeff <jeff.dickson@hp.com>
Glen Ellyn, IL - Sunday, October 2, 2005 8:16 PM CDT
Looks like you had a fun time at fair. I hope everything continues to go well you are always in my prayers. You are so cute- keep smiling my dear**
Melissa Gallus <mgallus9@yahoo.com>
Duluth, mn usa - Tuesday, September 13, 2005 4:23 PM CDT
Hi Mieko! Thanks for sharing your life with me! My baby girl Charlotte just had her first ever trip to the state fair as well! She has partial trisomy 16 and we are seeing a cardiologist tomarrow-I'm scared but your site gives me hope.
Much Love, Erin and Charlotte Grace Hayes
Erin Hayes <callstheshots@aol.com>
Salt lake City, UT usa - Monday, September 12, 2005 2:00 PM CDT
Hi Mayka.Congratulations for your precious baby Mioko.
Mioko, you are a strong baby and show all of us the courage of life,when l see your beatiful photos you make me hopeful. My daughter has the same problem with hipertension and she is going to be operate next thursday 22nd,l hope she recover from this easyly and quickly and we can stay with her forever,
love
nuria <nuriachumillasm@telefonica.net>
alicante, Spain - Sunday, September 11, 2005 1:57 AM CDT
Hmm..she definately fits in with the farm animals with the checkered shirt and overalls =)
andrea <ANg5785@hotmail.com>
- Friday, September 9, 2005 3:27 PM CDT
Dear Mieko,
I love your new pictures from the State Fair! And your Princessmobile is adorable!!
You have such a wonderful sparkle of curiosity in your eyes, (have you ever heard of a little monkey named George?) You are a wonderfully unique little girl; keep up your outstanding progress!
Keep smiling!
God Bless!
Dear Maya,
I was glad to hear you all had an enjoyable time at the fair. I guess I’m with Mieko when it comes to the vantage point at the fair, (think about the differences.)
Backpack- moving objects, bright lights & maybe a breeze
Stroller- thighs, butts & maybe some dust.
Mieko is a unique little girl, she is her own person. Her personality and physical exceptions make her who she is. I believe that Love can help make a lot of exceptions in unique cases like Miekos. It is so easy to tell that Mieko is a very loved little girl!
Keep up the good work! Many prayers for continuing progress!
I keep you all in my prayers!
God Bless You All!
Stacy <stacyjcain@msn.com>
stillwater, mn - Thursday, September 8, 2005 10:31 AM CDT
Mieko and Maya,
What a beautiful girl you are! I am so happy to hear how good you are doing! It sounds like you all had a busy summer, with gorgeous weather to enjoy! Riley has been very busy with therapy and doctor's visits as well! She is slowly learning how to hold her head up (but is still alot like a wrecking ball! LOL) But she will get there! Riley and I will keep you always in our prayers...Sending many hugs! www.caringbridge.com/mn/rileynicolle
Nikki and Riley <aaronandnikki@charter.net>
Farmington, MN - Friday, August 26, 2005 7:56 PM CDT
Dear Mieko,
You have been I very busy girl this summer. There’s no better way to say good-bye to summer then the State Fair. I hope you have a wonderful time! It is a very exciting and stimulating. Hope you get a chance to see all the baby animals; they are all so sweet, just like you. You are the most precious little girl!
Keep Smiling!
God Bless!
Dear Maya,
Hope your all getting some rest; all the changes with Mieko must take its toll. With any luck at all the Hewson brace will only be a short-term thing. I believe back in the olden days (25 years ago) they double diapered babies that had this condition.
Hope you all have a wonderful time at the state fair & the rest of summer!
I keep you all in my prayers!
God bless you all!
Stacy <stacyjcain@msn.com>
Stillwater, MN - Friday, August 26, 2005 10:46 AM CDT
Hi guys,
I've been checking in on Mieko's site since the story ran and just wanted to say hi! What a miracle child she is! My daughter was born with a rare genetic syndrome (even more rare than T-18, it has only occurred 4 times in the world). When I was pregnant, my doctor discovered multiple birth defects and she thought it was Trisomy 18, giving an automatic death sentence. I want to show her Mieko's web site now so she can see that trisomy 18 babies live - and THRIVE!
I wanted to share that my daughter also had subluxation of the hips, or bilateral developmental displasia of the hips, and she was in a body cast for 6 weeks and has been in a hewson brace for almost 4 months now. She used to wear it 24 hours a day and now we're just down to nights (whewww!). She tolerates the brace pretty well and I hope Mieko does well with it too!
Congratulations on being such wonderful, loving parents and for providing a rich and nurturing environment for Mieko to grow in. I keep you all in my prayers!
Angie Ardolf <angelaardolf@webershandwick.com>
Burnsville, MN - Thursday, August 25, 2005 8:43 PM CDT
Dear Mieko,
Sounds like your having a very busy summer vacation. I was very glad to hear that your doing better with your oral feedings. Standing holding onto something is good practice, soon your mommy & daddy won't be able to keep up with you!
Keep smiling!
God Bless!
Dear Maya,
I was very happy to hear that Miekos seizue wean went well!
Dose she seem to look at you with more clarity now? I'm sure she feels like a fog has lifted. Continued suport comming your way to keep moving in a positive direction with the oral feedings!
I keep you all in my prayers!
God Bless You All!
Stacy <stacyjcain@msn.com>
Stillwater, MN - Saturday, August 20, 2005 7:16 AM CDT
Mieko, Friends, and Family:
Well, it has been a while since I've checked in on all of you, but things seem to be... manageable. Mieko is exetremely lucky to be spending whatever amount of time she has with all of you. Best of luck with everything and God bless.
Mike Barthel <bami0503@stcloudstate.edu>
- Wednesday, August 17, 2005 11:36 AM CDT
Meiko, Maya, and Mr. J-
The pictures look great from your vacation. I hope you guys continue to have fun and I hope everything keeps going well. God Bless you all.
Melissa Gallus <mgallus9@yahoo.com>
Maple Grove, mn usa - Saturday, August 13, 2005 10:23 AM CDT
Dear Mieko,
I bet you had a wonderful time at Camp Snoopy with Grandpa Mits, Mommy & Daddy. There is so much activity and stimulation at Camp Snoopy!
I was glad to hear how hard you are working on walking and eating, Keep up the good work!!
Congratulations on your new 2nd tooth!
Keep smiling!
God Bless!
Dear Maya,
The swing distraction for getting Meiko to eat is a wonderful idea. Hopefully one day she'll be eating like an old pro, and all these problems will be behind you! Getting new teeth is hard but when you combind it with our hot temps. & high humiidity (it can make everyone a little grumpy sometimes) :)
I keep you all in my Prayers!
God bless you all!
Stacy <stacyjcain@msn.com>
Stillwater, mn - Wednesday, August 3, 2005 12:48 AM CDT
Dear Mieko,
You looked so happy playing in the sand on the 4th of July. Water has such a wonderful tranquility. I loved the picture of you and your mommy at your baptism, its one you both will treasure forever!
Keep Smiling!
God Bless!
Dear Maya,
How did the 2nd feeding tube replacment go? I was glad to hear that Miekos scoliosis test went well. Dose the scoliosis have effects on her walking?
I'm glad to see how vigilant you are with Miekos appointments and follow-ups. You are a wonderful mom and I'm sure your husband is a wonderful dad too, you can just see the love in Miekos smiles!
I keep you all in my prayers!
God Bless You All !
Stacy Cain <stacyjcain@msn.com>
Stillwater, Mn - Saturday, July 16, 2005 10:47 AM CDT
Hi Maya, Shawn and Mieko,
Your neighbor Dennis told us about Mieko's birth. I can see by your journal entries that the challenges of your life are balanced by great joy. She is a beautiful girl, and I only wish we were still there in the house to lend our support to your family. Thank you for sharing your life with Mieko in this way.
Fondly, Greg and Laurie Larsen
Laurie Larsen
Denver, CO USA - Thursday, July 7, 2005 2:45 PM CDT
Hi Maya,
I am so happy that Mieko is doing so well at this time. We spoke with your Dad and Akemi on Tuesday and he was telling us about Mieko. He seems very happy to be going to Minnesota soon. Let us know how we can help you and your husband and Mieko.
Candy and Yoji Arai <candy@family-arai.com>
Pasadena, CA USA - Thursday, July 7, 2005 2:15 PM CDT
Mieko-Looks like you are doing well, the pictures are adorable!! You are coming along, and with your father at your side it is so cute. I am glad things are going well, and I hope they continue. God Bless
Melissa Gallus <Mgallus9@yahoo.com>
Maple Grove, mn USA - Monday, July 4, 2005 6:11 PM CDT
Dear Mieko,
I Love the picture of you looking at your daddy on Fathers Day! What a wonderful keepsake for both of you!
You are such a beautiful little girl!!
Keep smiling!
God Bless!
Dear Maya,
I was so happy to hear that the signs of pulmonary distress have diminished, It's a blessing!!
Isn't it amazing that there is a pill to adapt the brain to proper dosages & that there is a possibility to self regulate, it's wonderful!
Keeping you in my prayers that the anti seizure wean goes well. Mieko should be more content and more herself once she gets through this.
Mieko looks so happy in her pictures; It's easy to tell that she is very, very loved!
You're doing a wonderful job!!
I keep you all in my prayers!
God Bless You All!
Stacy <stacyjcain@msn.com>
Stillwater, MN - Friday, June 24, 2005 9:44 AM CDT
Mieko and Mr Johnson and Mrs. Johnson-
i hope you guys are having a great summer, i always am praying for you guys!! God Bless
Melissa Gallus
melissa gallus <mgallus9@yahoo.com>
maple grove, mn usa - Thursday, June 23, 2005 11:03 PM CDT
Dear Mieko,
Looking forward to our baptism in Fargo this coming weekend!
Love,
Your cousin Gabriel
Gabriel <Jodibabbitt@yahoo.com>
Friendly Fridley, MN USA - Saturday, June 18, 2005 0:46 AM CDT
Hi Shawn, Maya and Mieko,
It is so great to see you all outside doing your walks and enjoying the summer weather. It is amazing to see the changes in Mieko. She is so beautiful and so blessed with all the support and with a spirit that is clearly keeping her happy with life. Continued blessings to each of you.
Dennis Breining
Saint Paul, MN - Wednesday, June 15, 2005 2:38 PM CDT
Dear Mekio,
You are a beaufiful little girl! You look like such a big girl standing up by yourself. I love your little bare feet in your current pictures:)
Dear Maya,
So glad to hear Mekios therapies are including mobilization, I think all babies go through a stage of frustration before they can get around on there own.
Have they started Mekio on the anti-seizure wean yet? Or made any other prescription changes? Some of those prescriptions can be life altering (emotionally.)
I keep you all in my prayers!
God Bless You All!
Stacy <stacyjcain@msn.com>
Stillwater, MN - Monday, June 13, 2005 10:51 AM CDT
What a beautiful story! On 5/16/05 my sister gave birth to a full-term/full Trisomy 18 baby boy. They named him Noah Nisan(meaning miracle).He only lived 3 days. He was a beautiful baby boy, and such a blessing to our family. My sister recieved the shocking news in her 6th month of pregnancy. We were in such pain, like you the doctors gave them no hope for a live birth. Little Noah had other plans though. It was such a joy to meet him. We miss him so. Your story will bring hope to so many people who have decided to carry to term. May God Bless and keep you all!
melody reiff <mdreiff101@aol.com>
carmel, in usa - Tuesday, June 7, 2005 4:28 PM CDT
Dear Meiko & Family,
Wonderful new pictures! All the fresh air may be part of whats tring Meiko out. I still say there's nothing better for the soul then freah air and sunshine!!!
Enjoy the wonders of each season!
I keep you all in my prayers!
God bless you all!
Stacy Cain <stacyjcain@msn.com>
Stillwater, MN - Wednesday, June 1, 2005 6:55 PM CDT
Hello Mieko,
It was nice seeing you in your story. You are a beautiful little girl! Tell your mommy that you need a pretty little bow for your hair!
Katie
MPLS, MN USA - Thursday, May 19, 2005 10:04 AM CDT
Dear Maya, I ran into your Dad today and asked about you, and he told me about your baby and gave me the web site. I just viewed your site and I feel so proud of what you and your husband are doing for your wonderful baby, you have all truly touched my heart. Best wishes to you and our thoughts are with you always. Hugs, June & Ken Hayashi
June and Ken Hayashi <bymiekoh@sbcglobal.net>
Altadena, CA USA - Wednesday, May 18, 2005 5:31 PM CDT
I hope everything is still going ok!! I continue to pray for your family Mr. Johnson~You are all in my thoughts and prayers everyday.
Melissa Gallus <mgallus9@yahoo.com>
maple grove, mn usa - Monday, May 16, 2005 9:13 PM CDT
Wow! I didn't realize I was taking care of a famous baby! Who knew. I caught the slideshow online and wished I had gotten in on that birthday cake. I still remember celebrating her monthly birthday in the PICU with you, I'm glad she's finally getting to have her cake and eat it too!
Best of luck to you.
Ginger RN <obedient1@earthlink.net>
- Sunday, May 15, 2005 3:46 AM CDT
Mieko & Family,
MUCH Love, Support & Prayers!
God Bless You All!
Stacy Cain <stacyjcain@msn.com>
Stillwater, MN - Friday, May 13, 2005 10:35 AM CDT
You both are wonderful caring parents and she will live long life with all that Love around her.
Connie Jean Hill <Sugar_Jokes@hotmail.com>
Port Orchard, wa United States - Thursday, May 12, 2005 9:28 PM CDT
God bless you, Maya & Shawn. Mieko is a beautiful baby girl, with such a bright smile! I had a baby with Trisomy 18 on March 5, 1998. Allison Rose lived 15 days, but touched the hearts of everyone who met her. She also had apnea which was so hard to watch. You are strong, loving partents, and your daughter is lucky that you chose the path that you did. I know your journey has been hard, yet with several rewards. Thank you for sharing your story, it brought tears to my eyes and reminded me of my angel. I'd love to keep in touch.
Jill <jworden@direcway.com>
Litchfield, MN USA - Wednesday, May 11, 2005 4:07 PM CDT
Meiko is beautiful! She is very fortunate to have such wonderful, loving parents. Thank you for sharing her story with us. Her smile is so contagious... and I LOVE the cheeks!
Vicki <vwmiller@frontiernet.net>
Burnsville, MN USA - Tuesday, May 10, 2005 3:21 AM CDT
Maya, Thank you for sharing Meiko's story. What a beautiful baby girl you have brought into this world. Her story touched my heart and brought tears to my eyes. I am inspired by the love, compassion and understanding bought to all of us by this little piece of heaven.
Janine Hanson <jhanson@smm.org>
Blaine, MN USA - Monday, May 9, 2005 9:01 PM CDT
Meiko is very cute!! I wish you guys for the best outcome for her. I have children with special needs like Autism and Tourettes so luckily I don't deal with life threatening medical issues,So I can't even imanigine how you guys deal with this. Meiko is very special girl and you guys are special parents.
Geri Werner-White <geri_55303@yahoo.com>
Coon Rapids, Mn Anoka - Monday, May 9, 2005 8:43 PM CDT
Mr.J, You and your family have and will be in my prays...Talk with you later!
Kat <swimminkittin@comcast.net>
brooklyn park, MN - Monday, May 9, 2005 8:36 PM CDT
Mieko,
Best wishes, hugs and kisses!
from
Kristi
(18q-Syndrome)
Liz Conner <lconner@reliantpark.com>
Richmond, TX USA - Monday, May 9, 2005 5:28 PM CDT
Mieko,
Best wishes, hugs and kisses!
from
Kristi
(18q-Syndrome)
Liz Conner <lconner@reliantpark.com>
Richmond, TX USA - Monday, May 9, 2005 5:28 PM CDT
Maya,
Mieko has grown so much since I saw her last pictures! She is just as beautiful and that twinkle in her eyes makes ya melt. Shawn and Maya, I am so proud of both of you and Mieko is so lucky to have you both as parents!! Take Care : ) Pamela, Mom to Genevieve, Partial Trisomy 5q
Pamela Padgett <momhomeatlast@yahoo.com>
Middletown, IN USA - Monday, May 9, 2005 1:49 PM CDT
Maya and Shawn,
Sean Fox was kind enough to share the wcco piece with me. You two and Mieko are amazing and miraculous. Best of luck to all three of you. If I can do anything to help from Los Angeles, please call on me.
Chris Ellis <christian_ellis@yahoo.com>
Valley Village, CA - Monday, May 9, 2005 1:10 PM CDT
Mieko is truely blessed to have such loving and supportive parents. Best wishes!
Connie Einck
Redwood Falls, MN USA - Monday, May 9, 2005 12:40 AM CDT
What a wonderful outlook your family has--hope is half the battle. Continue the path that you have taken with your darling daughter and know that the prayers of those who know you are there.
Best wishes to all.
Ellen Jochems <ejochems@sowashco.k12.mn.us>
- Monday, May 9, 2005 11:06 AM CDT
You have a gorgeous daughter. I am truly happy for your family. I think you made the right choice to give her a chance to see what she could do on her own. I hope that all goes well for you in the future.
Callie
Waseca, MN United States - Monday, May 9, 2005 10:49 AM CDT
Mieko--What a precious little darling!! She looks like Mom. What a beautiful Mother's Day story with two loving parents. I'll lift her up in prayer. I'm a single parent of two developmentally disabled adult sons. Take care, Maya and Shawn.
Nancy Aleshire
Brooklyn Park, MN
Nancy Aleshire <nsaleshire@aol.com>
Brooklyn Park, MN USA - Monday, May 9, 2005 10:31 AM CDT
Mieko your a sweet little angel from god. You're in good hands. I too was taken care of at MPLS childrens hospital when I was baby and required heart surgery right after birth. That was in 1979. Take care sweet angel.
shana <sml@visi.com>
- Monday, May 9, 2005 9:17 AM CDT
What a beautiful family. Thank you for sharing your story. It must have been a rollercoaster of emotions for you both but you made the best decision and have been rewarded with a wonderful little girl. What a cutie. Take care and I wish you all the best.
Tricia Rogers
- Monday, May 9, 2005 8:12 AM CDT
Maya, Shawn, and Mieko,
It was so wonderful to see Mieko's story last night. We have been praying for you all over the past year. Mieko is absolutely beautiful--what a sweetheart! Your courage, strength, and positive outlook is such an inspirational message for all-thank you for sharing it!
Katie Block
- Monday, May 9, 2005 7:54 AM CDT
What a wonderful decision you made! I was a nanny to twin premies who had heart and feeding tubes. It was a privelege to be part of their lives. They are ten now, and had a rough start. You have a wonderful daughter she is precious! I know some hours are long and uncertain but your precious baby knows she is loved! Stay strong!
Flora LaValle <Panziemae@yahoo.com>
Lake Elmo, MN 55042 - Monday, May 9, 2005 7:25 AM CDT
Mieko, it was love at first site. I knew it right away.
Deborah Burke <deb55408@yahoo.com>
Minneapolis, MN - Monday, May 9, 2005 0:17 AM CDT
What a beautiful little girl you have! As I was watching TV a couple of days ago I saw the previews for your upcoming news story. Right away I new I had to watch that story but I wasn't sure exactly why. Well, now I know. We had a baby boy born 13 years ago with T18. He lived for only 28 days. We also have 4 other kids. Three are healthy but our baby Luke who was born last November spent 3 months in the NICU at Fairview with many problems, including reflux and g-tube feedings and respiratory issues and apnea requiring monitoring and oxygen. Luke also has a caring bridge website. It's www.caringbridge.org/mn/lukejoseph. Our son Brandon who had T18 has a website also. It's http://remembering_brandon.tripod.com. I just wanted to let you know how much Mieko's story touched me. It sometimes helps me to know that we're not alone with all of our problems. I'm so happy that Mieko has been such a success story and that she's bringing you so much joy. She really is beautiful!
Shelly Snyder <laser@wcta.net>
Wadena, MN - Sunday, May 8, 2005 11:51 PM CDT
Mr J... I want to say congratulations on everything so far and for all the courage you and your family has gone through. I will continue to pray for you and your family!
Big 1** Way to go. From Melissa Gallus
Melissa Gallus <mgallus9@yahoo.com>
maple grove, mn usa - Sunday, May 8, 2005 10:45 PM CDT
Mr J... I want to say congratulations on everything so far and for all the courage you and your family has gone through. I will continue to pray for you and your family!
Big 1** Way to go. From Melissa Gallus
Melissa Gallus <mgallus9@yahoo.com>
maple grove, mn usa - Sunday, May 8, 2005 10:45 PM CDT
Thank you so much for sharing your wonderful, uplifting story about your little girl. Your courage and positive attitudes were very helpful to my wife and I as we also have a special needs child. Max is 17 months and also has a Mickey G-tube among other things. We only recently learned that he has vary rare disease called Tetrahydrobiopterin. Say that three times quickly. Your story was an insperation to us as we sit here in the hospital with him and saw your story. God bless and we wish you the best of luck.
Tom, Lisa, & Max Anderson <tcapbts@msn.com>
Apple Valley, MN Dakota - Sunday, May 8, 2005 10:41 PM CDT
Maya and Shawn, Thank you so much for sharing your story with Mieko. We became familiar with your story on the Trisomy 18 Support Website. Our son Colm was born a week after Mieko, but unfortunatley, he was stillborn. We are so appreciative that you shared your story, as it is so important the people understand that a diagnosis such as T18 is not always terminal, and that these wonderful babies such as your daughter (and our son) can bless our lives. We pray that she continues her wonderful, miraculous journey.
Pam and Corey McSweeney <cpmcsweeney@comcast.net>
Burnsville, MN 55337 - Sunday, May 8, 2005 10:25 PM CDT
What a beautiful story and little girl. We have two adopted daughters who have gone through many reconstructive surgeries, also at Mpls Children's. Our hearts go out to you as we see pictures of your little princess. God Bless you all.
Alan and Nancy Johnsrud <anjohnsrud@charter.net>
Montevideo, MN USA - Sunday, May 8, 2005 10:24 PM CDT
You don't know us. But we are very sorry to hear about your daughters conditions, We hope all goes well! One of our sons and daughter in law had to make a big decision about 2 years ago, their baby had no brain, so they had the baby aborted! I know it is a very big decision to make. We hope all goes well. Good luck! We feel for you! Dave and Shelly
Dave and Shelly Brum <brumds@aol.com>
Elk River, MN USA - Sunday, May 8, 2005 10:17 PM CDT
Shawn, I knew you had a child with a genetic disorder, but I had no idea as to what the severity of it was. I did a quick journal history and could relate to a lot of the same issues. I love all of our therapists and doctors, but it is exhausting having to see them as much as we do. Constantly making medical decisions can be overwhelming. If you ever need to talk, e-mail me. I've been doing this for 6 years now.
I took a leave for the remainder of the year. Things were starting to fall apart for Wyatt and I couldn't keep going on 4 hours of sleep.
Geri-Anne Zubich
caringbridge.org/mn/wyattc
Geri-Anne Zubich <zubichg@osseo.k12.mn.us>
Golden Valley, MN - Monday, May 2, 2005 9:51 PM CDT
Maya, It was so great to see you Friday night. We have been praying for Mieko since we found out you were pregnant and that you had some serious issues. I am so glad to finally see pictures of her. I can't thank you enough for your openess and sensitivity for my friend Kathleen. I have passed along your name and information for her to do with what she feels comfortable. Thank you for opening your heart to her. We will continue to pray for you and your family.
Kathy Heil <KHeil@mn.rr.com>
Eden Prairie, MN - Sunday, March 13, 2005 9:30 PM CST
So proud of you little Meiko!!
Congratulations on the big O-N-E!!
We love you and pray for you every day!
Debbie
- Thursday, March 10, 2005 4:22 PM CST
HAPPY FIRST BIRTHDAY MIEKO!
Love Hailey, Brynne and Sherry <s.storsved@sbcglobal.net>
Menomonee Falls, WI - Tuesday, March 8, 2005 11:59 PM CST
I am so glad that Mieko is doing well! She is beautiful! I think of your family often! Maia is watching over her "sister".
Love, Jessica <sverrelli@mailcity.com>
- Monday, February 14, 2005 7:41 PM CST
Meiko looks absolutely adorable in this latest picture posted and so very happy! I'm glad she and her parents had such a wonderful Christmas with all of her family. Wish I could be there to meet her and play with her. She is an angel!!! My prayers to you all for continued good health and happiness as Meiko progresses each day.
Cindy Sanders <newse@webtv.net>
Studio City, CA - Thursday, January 13, 2005 2:35 AM CST
Thanks so much for the beautiful Christmas card. You have a wonderful sparkling angel of a girl! When can I meet her? Are you free on Friday, January 7th? We would love to have you guys over!! Vineeta
Vineeta Sawkar <vsawkar@kstp.com>
St. paul, mn - Monday, December 27, 2004 3:44 PM CST
To the Johnson family:
What a blessing God has given!! Meiko, keep on fighting and continue to be the miracle you are!!! You truly are a gift, precious, beautiful and just darn cute!! May God bless you as you continue to grow!!!
Jodi Voorhees-Gavenda <voorhees-gavendaj@osseo.k12.mn.us>
Osseo, MN Hennepin - Monday, November 8, 2004 7:21 PM CST
Mieko! You are too too cute! I miss you and hope you get well soon so we can play again!
Andrea Ng
- Tuesday, October 26, 2004 11:13 PM CDT
WOW Meiko, you are a beautiful baby girl, I am so happy for you and your parents that your surgery went well. Hope your sleeping good now that Mom and Dad are back to work, they may get alittle crabby at times but hang in there, once you get them use to your schedule things will be better! You keep up the good work, I love hearing about you, and all your updates! Hang in there babe, your doing good!!
Barb Johnson <JohnsonBarbara@osseo.k12.mn.us>
Brooklyn Park, MN USA - Tuesday, September 7, 2004 7:41 AM CDT
Welcome home! Mieko is so beautiful and juicy:) My little next door neighbor was looking at her photo with me. We recognized the g-tube, "Look! It's just like Ruth's!" He loves watching Ruth eat. I hope that you get a good night's sleep soon.
Rebecca Garson <mabeccacws@planetcomm.net>
Afton, VA usa - Sunday, September 5, 2004 1:04 PM CDT
Dear Mieko, how lucky you are to be with such wonderful parents and to have the extra added love and care from the staff at the hospital and family and friends. Everyday is a blessing and I pray that you all find peace in the moments when you are all together.
Dennis Breining <ramseyhillman@yahoo.com>
- Thursday, August 12, 2004 3:14 PM CDT
Our prayers and thoughts are with you as Mieko and Maia take this journey together. I am so proud of our little fighters!
Jessica Verrelli mom to Jackson 2 yrs and Maia Marie T18 born June 22, 2004 <sverrelli@mailcity.com>
- Saturday, August 7, 2004 4:01 PM CDT
Hi :o)
So happy Mieko's surgery is over...our thoughts are with you as she recovers :o) Healing prayers a zerberts winging their way from us here in the Victor home :o)She's such a beautiful little sweetheart :o)
Love Penny, Joe, Nick, Devon and Trooper
Penny Victor <pvictor@atlantic.net>
DeLand, FL USA - Wednesday, August 4, 2004 4:39 PM CDT
Hi Johnson's, Mom, Dad, and Mieko, just a note to let you know my thoughts and prayers will be with all of you for surgery next week. WOW Mieko, I havn't been on the web this summer and was SO IMPRESSED with how much you have grown. A beautiful baby you are, keep up the good work, I know your making your mommy and daddy proud!
Barb Johnson <bjjohns@ties2.net>
Brooklyn Park, MN USA - Friday, July 30, 2004 11:07 AM CDT
Hi Maya and Mr. J, I'm just checking up!! :) How cute is Mieko? with her little stuffed animals and her daddy? oh what cute pictures!! I will expect you to do your best to keep them comin'. Have a great last half of summer!! see in september Mr. J!!
Miss Crabtree <diegobaby16@yahoo.com>
- Sunday, July 18, 2004 11:16 PM CDT
Hey Mr. J. I'm not sure if you remember me, but it's Mr. Barthel here. Just wanted to wish you luck with all of this and to maybe give you smile by letting you know I can successfully say "Connecticut" now. Thanks for inspiring all of us back at Osseo. We look forward to your return in September.
Mike Barthel <HHHMB1@aol.com>
Maple Grove, MN United States - Sunday, July 18, 2004 11:14 PM CDT
Mieko: You are such a beautiful baby! All your fans at ESPN send you lots of love ...
brian wong <brianwong007@comcast.net>
farmington, CT USA - Thursday, July 1, 2004 11:09 PM CDT
Maya, Baby Maia (T18) was born last week and she is having problems with her PDA closing. Is there any way you can get in touch with me to talk about what you did? My docs are saying no surgery but now I am questioning it. You can e-mail me or get me on the T18 site and I can give you my phone #. I am so happy to hear Mieko is doiong well! They are giving Maia one more dose of indocin before they say forget it.
Thank you and give Mieko a kiss!
Jessica Verrelli <sverrelli@mailcity.com>
- Thursday, July 1, 2004 3:53 AM CDT
A reporter with a remarkable story. How about that? The website is the perfect touch. It's very thoughtful (but typical) of you guys in your difficult days to think about other people, their needs and wishes. Well, my best wishes are with the three of you and I'll be there soon to see you all (That's contracted to y'all down here, y'hear.)
Corin Hoggard <corin.r.hoggard@abc.com>
Houston, TX USofA - Monday, June 28, 2004 9:33 AM CDT
Hi Mr. Johnson, I'm so glad to hear Mieko is doing well! I hope your summer is so so happy and beautiful! Have lots of fun in the sun!!
Miss Crabtree!! <diegobaby16@yahoo.com>
Maple Grove, MN - Tuesday, June 22, 2004 11:50 PM CDT
Wow, Mieko your getting more beautiful with each passing day, I know Mommy, and Daddy are so very proud of you. Keep on making good progress baby girl, we all are rooting for you, and have you in our prayers daily.
Thanks for all the updates Shawn, have a great summer, will be checking for updates during the summer months!
Barb Johnson <bjjohns@ties2.net>
Brooklyn Park, MN USA - Wednesday, June 9, 2004 8:06 AM CDT
I'm sure that little Meiko has plenty of Grandpa Mits in her and she will do quite well. A caring thought from a stay home dad of two and a good friend of Mits. All of my best to you guys!!
Scott Smith <asmith2040@aol.com>
Upland, CA USA - Monday, May 24, 2004 10:01 AM CDT
I'm sure that little Meiko has plenty of Grandpa Mits in her and she will do quite well. A caring thought from a stay home dad of two and a good friend of Mits. All of my best to you guys!!
Scott Smith <asmith2040@aol.com>
Upland, CA USA - Monday, May 24, 2004 10:00 AM CDT
A caring friend of Grandpa Mits
Bill Peters <Idogolf599@aol.com>
LaVerne, CA USA - Friday, May 7, 2004 9:17 AM CDT
You don't know me. I'm a friend and client of Akemi's and she has kept me updated on Mieko and her mom and dad. I have had all of you in my prayers for a while. She is really adorable and will continue to uphold all of you in prayer. Your web site is great.
Kathy Lee
Kathy Lee <elee905771@aol.com>
So. Pasadena, CA - Monday, April 26, 2004 8:40 PM CDT
Congratulations!!! Mieko is a sweetie!!! I'm so glad to hear that she is home. Below I put a link to QUILTS OF LOVE. They are a wonderful group that makes online quilts for special children. THey did a wonderful for us and Sophie. I hope you will check in to it when you have some time. Lots of love and strength being sent to you.
HUGS
Amy
amy <majek89@yahoo.com>
il usa - Friday, April 23, 2004 3:05 PM CDT
Hi Mr. Johnson, just wanted to say congratualtions on your baby girl, she is so cute! Hope everything goes alright best of luck! You have my wishes!
Robyn McCloskey <chexygrl@mad.scientist.com>
Cottage Grove, MN 55016 - Thursday, April 22, 2004 11:58 AM CDT
I just wanted to say that my prayers and thoughts are with you and your thoughts out there. I love looking at the pictures, Mieko is so cute!
Koji Steven Sakai <ksakai1@aol.com>
San Marino, CA 91108 - Tuesday, April 20, 2004 4:19 PM CDT
Maya, and Shawn, congradulations on your little girl, and Mieko, welcome to our world you precious baby girl. Enjoy your daughter. I am so happy she is home now with you both, and know how thrilled you both must be! GIRLS RULE!!
Barb Johnson <JohnsonBarbara@osseo.k12.mn.us>
Brooklyn Park, MN USA - Tuesday, April 20, 2004 8:44 AM CDT
Congratulations on a beautiful baby finally going to her loving home!!
Kenichi <kenichisakai@yahoo.com>
LA, CA USA - Monday, April 19, 2004 4:46 PM CDT
Maya and Shawn it's great to see your beautiful little girl at home with you. Best wishes.
mike terrel <mterrel@hotmail.com>
san diego, ca usa - Sunday, April 18, 2004 9:10 PM CDT
Hi Mr. Johnson, Maya, and Mieko, I love looking at the pictures you put up of her because Mieko is just the cutest little thing ever and I'm really glad she is home now, that must be great for you!! bye!!
Rebecca Crabtree <diegobaby16@yahoo.com>
- Sunday, April 18, 2004 2:30 PM CDT
What a beautiful little doll!
Peg Vickerman <vickermanp@osseo.k12.mn.us>
Osseo, MN USA - Thursday, April 15, 2004 3:13 PM CDT
Dear Shawn, Maya and Meiko--How exciting that Mieko will be coming home soon. Such a big milestone!! Thanks for adding the pictures so often; we all love seeing them. You are really doing a great job of caring for your little girl.
Jim and Donna <James.Hammond@ndsu.nodak.edu>
Fargo, ND USA - Wednesday, April 14, 2004 3:26 PM CDT
Dear Maya, Shawn, and Mieko,
What a beautiful baby girl. I so enjoy reading your updates and I am so happy to hear she is coming home. Her life is an inspiration to me and my little baby girl due in July! My prayers are with you! Have fun!
Love,
Jessica (Maia due 7/04 T18)
Jessica V <sverrelli@mailcity.com>
Lopatcong , NJ USA - Wednesday, April 14, 2004 11:47 AM CDT
What a beautiful baby! My prayers and best wishes to you.
Joe Movich <jmovich@msn.com>
Pomona, CA USA - Tuesday, April 13, 2004 12:22 AM CDT
Hi Maya and Shawn, I'm glad to hear that Mieko is doing better each day and I hope she is able to go home with you soon. Lots of love and support for this journey that the three of you are on.
Peter Molenda <petermolenda@yahoo.com>
Mpls, Mn USA - Friday, April 9, 2004 10:00 AM CDT
Mr. Johnson & Maya, congratulations to you both. I am soooo happy to know that Mieko is doing fine, and is only going to get better. I wish your entire the family the best life has to offer. God bless you
~Terrance Mallory
Terrance <Chad77Brook@aol.com>
Brooklyn Park, MN USA - Thursday, April 8, 2004 2:50 PM CDT
Maya & Shawn -
Thank you for sharing the pictures and updates on little Meiko. She is a beautiful baby and I pray she continues her good fight. I look forward to meeting her soon. All my love.
Sean Fox <sfoxca@aol.com>
Washington, DC USA - Wednesday, April 7, 2004 3:31 PM CDT
Hi Shawn and Maya,
Our prayers are with you. I like the photo link. Nice to see dad with his little girl.
Neil Litton <neil.litton@sendit.nodak.edu>
Fargo, ND USA - Wednesday, April 7, 2004 1:43 PM CDT
Maya and Shawn... Baby Mieko is a beautiful baby. I'm honored to be her GodMamma! She's strong and she's a fighter. I can't wait for you all to be able to bring her home.
Sonya ...Sassy Godmom <sonyag124@aol.com>
Plymouth, mn - Wednesday, April 7, 2004 1:01 PM CDT
Shawn and Maya,
She is so beautiful...perfect name for her. I continue to pray for your beautiful family. What a blessing she is already. Cherish your time with her. Babies grow too fast. Continue with the updates.
Caroline Benton <BentonC@osseo.k12.mn.us>
Brooklyn Park, MN 55444 - Wednesday, April 7, 2004 10:27 AM CDT
Welcome to the world sweet little Meiko! Congrats Maya and Shawn - your daughter is beautiful and the love of your family and friends is so beautifully obvious in the photo album - thank you for sharing her! May every moment you share with Meiko bring you love and peace and may her life, however long, be one of great joy.
Peace~
Sandra, Mom to Ryan (full T18 01/31/03-01/29/04 - a wonderful year!) and his sister Drew born 03/11/04
Sandra <drellabuck@cs.com>
Monson, MA USA - Wednesday, April 7, 2004 8:36 AM CDT
I am thrilled to hear Meiko is doing so well. I am the mom of a T18 baby, Jennavieve Grace, who lived from 12-19-03 to 1-10-04.
Lisa Etzel <lschrauf@aol.com>
Sussex, WI USA - Wednesday, April 7, 2004 8:10 AM CDT
Dear Maya and Shawn,
She is adorable! I know that she will grow up to be a great golfer. I will personally take credit when she defeats her Grandpa on the links.
Ray Nishikawa <RNishikawa@hrblock.com>
Salt Lake City, UT USA - Tuesday, April 6, 2004 3:32 PM CDT
Maya and Shawn keep up the wonderfull job you'r doing
Otohsan "GANBARE" Okahsan "ganbare".
Granpa nishikawa, Granma akemi. <mitsunorinishikawa@sbcglobal.net>
san marino, Ca usa - Monday, April 5, 2004 11:03 PM CDT
Congratulations on your beautiful baby!
May she grow strong... and be healthy for years to come!
My best to you and your family, Maya...
Randi Kaye <rjkaye@wcco.cbs.com>
- Monday, April 5, 2004 2:47 PM CDT
Thanks for the website-- it's wonderful. Mieko is a gift.. I feel lucky to have met her!
Jason DeRusha <JRDeRusha@wcco.cbs.com>
- Monday, April 5, 2004 11:55 AM CDT
Shawn and Maya -
Congratulations from the "old" Fargo neighborhood. What blessings the little ones bring, Mieko is a beautiful little girl. We will be keeping the whole family in our prayers.
Erica (Cattanch) Blizil <edblizil@yahoo.com>
Rosendale, WI USA - Monday, April 5, 2004 8:52 AM CDT
Maya, I am very happy to hear your little one is doing well. It is hard for us to understand why these things happen, yet the babies are real fighters. We will
keep you all in our thoughts and prayers.
Dick Nordling
- Monday, April 5, 2004 8:19 AM CDT
Mieko is absolutely gorgeous. We're so glad she is doing so well. May she continue to bring you heaps of joy.
With love& prayers,
Scott & Wendy (proud parents of angel Gina Prayer, full T18)
Scott & Wendy Guthrie <scott_wendy@hotmail.com>
Bangkok, Thailand - Monday, April 5, 2004 1:09 AM CDT
What a beautiful baby! Our thoughts and prayers are with you all!
Terri Gruca <tlgruca@wcco.com>
Minneapolis, MN USA - Sunday, April 4, 2004 10:32 PM CDT
Mieko is too cute. I am glad she is progressing as well as she is! She has "HK" in her so she's surely blessed!
Mary
Mary Tan <floppy410@hotmail.com>
Minneapolis, MN USA - Sunday, April 4, 2004 10:30 PM CDT
baby mieko is a gift from God, hold her little hands and pray with her, you will feel the present of our lord.
susan (renee's mom)
chula vista, ca usa - Sunday, April 4, 2004 9:12 PM CDT
She is absolutely beautiful! We are all thinking of you guys and wishing you the very best!
Vineeta Sawkar <vsawkar@kstp.com>
St. Paul, MN - Sunday, April 4, 2004 5:59 PM CDT
Hi Mieko and proud parents... Thank you for creating a website to keep us all updated. I love seeing the pictures. Mieko you are one cutie-pie! I think of you guys often. I will keep you in my prayers. God Bless! And, Happy Easter!
Renee Collier
Chula Vista, CA USA - Sunday, April 4, 2004 4:00 PM CDT
Maya and Shawn,
I am so happy to see Mieko doing so well! What a wonderful and caring medical team you have there at Abbott. I keep you all in my prayers and pray Mieko can go home soon.
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Bess mom to Emma Grace full T18 12-2 to 12-15 2003 <midwifehelp@aol.com>
Naples, FL USA - Sunday, April 4, 2004 3:39 PM CDT
Maya and Shawn,
Mieko is a beautiful little baby and we're so happy to hear that her surgery went well. We have her close to our hearts and think of her constantly.
Tina and Greg
- Sunday, April 4, 2004 3:14 PM CDT
Dear Maya & Shawn, The pictures of Mieko are gorgeous!!! I'm glad the surgery went well and I hope you can all go home soon.
Ann mom to Sarah, Beth, Mark, Brian & angel Michelle T18
Overland Park, KS USA - Sunday, April 4, 2004 2:28 PM CDT
Mieko:
You are a beautiful little girl. Keep up to good work so Mommy and Daddy can take you home real soon. You will love it there...much better than the hospital!
Katrina and Rachel (T18 b. 08/04/03) <rhngai03@yahoo.com>
Patterson, NY USA - Sunday, April 4, 2004 12:18 AM CDT
Maya & Shawn, I am so happy to see Mieko is doing so well! She is a beautiful little girl. I love all the pictures, can't wait to see more! I think of your family always!
Dawn mom to ^i^Nevaeh 6/12/03-8/12/03 (Full T18) <Mrotzad@cs.com>
Cottage Grove, MN - Sunday, April 4, 2004 8:11 AM CDT
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