Oh boy... (actually GIRL) - What have I DONE????

[Mom2BabyNatalie]

Originally Posted by Lou

Dena,
You are my hero! I am still praying for you and Emma.

I just wanted to mention that my niece was born with multiple birth defects among which was a hair lip and full cleft palette (both hard and soft). When we heard about all of the things that were wrong our first thoughts were "I hope she doesn't make it." That is hard to admit now but it is what it is. BUT, personally speaking, the first time I laid eyes on that baby and held her my heart was taken and there was nothing I wouldn't do for her. A lot of the time it meant staying up all night in hospitals following one of many many surgeries. It meant special feeding and my brother and sister-in-law needed all the help they could get.
Kim turned out to be a remarkable young woman who dedicated her life to nursing and taking care of children with birth defects. She died in a car accident at the age of 23 leaving several thousand friends to grieve. In her short life she touched many people.

.................. I have no words.........................

[John Stelting]

She's getting bigger and stronger everyday

[BamaFan121s]

Glad to hear that Emma is going strong this morning.

Dena, you are apparently very kind hearted and have a desire to see the underdog (no pun intended) prove everyone wrong. You are going to earn a reputation as being the "Puppyfind Angel" if you are not careful...

http://www.yorkietalk.com/forums/gen...do-please.html

[chachi]

I think that some people had some very valid concerns yesterday and thats all I am going to say Im sitting on my hands I wish little Emma the best and I have watched her on live feed also and hoping the best for her

[Beabble]

Originally Posted by Lou

Dena,
You are my hero! I am still praying for you and Emma.

I just wanted to mention that my niece was born with multiple birth defects among which was a hair lip and full cleft palette (both hard and soft). When we heard about all of the things that were wrong our first thoughts were "I hope she doesn't make it." That is hard to admit now but it is what it is. BUT, personally speaking, the first time I laid eyes on that baby and held her my heart was taken and there was nothing I wouldn't do for her. A lot of the time it meant staying up all night in hospitals following one of many many surgeries. It meant special feeding and my brother and sister-in-law needed all the help they could get.
Kim turned out to be a remarkable young woman who dedicated her life to nursing and taking care of children with birth defects. She died in a car accident at the age of 23 leaving several thousand friends to grieve. In her short life she touched many people.

So, little Emma is doing the same thing in her own way. She is touching many of us and bringing us to tears with her strength and will to live. When you criticize Dena you are hurting all of us along with her so stop and think before you post. Dena sees the value of this little life and is fighting to save her. And Emma will be a tribute to what unconditional love can do. Her special story will inspire others to succeed. Dena will inspire others to care and keep trying. She has already taught us much about self sacrifice.

What a BEAUTIFUL post, I couldn't have said it better myself. I am so sorry to hear of your loss though, my heart goes out to you. Thank you for sharing your story with us, it has touched my heart. As for Emma weight, I spoke with Dena earlier this AM, Baby Emma is up to a whopping 124 grams, YAYYYY!!! Way to go sweetheart, you're doing a great job, keep thriving Punkin Butt. Dena, my many, MANY thoughts and prayers to you and sweet Emma, thank you for giving so much of yourself to her, you're doing a wonderful job!

[Beabble]

Pstt... In case you don't know, there's a new movie of Baby Emma that Dena made, it's on her my space page in her blog under the title "New Movie." It's absolutely beautiful!!

[nikkinack]

Just checking to see how she is doing today.

[spankita]

Originally Posted by Beabble

Pstt... In case you don't know, there's a new movie of Baby Emma that Dena made, it's on her my space page in her blog under the title "New Movie." It's absolutely beautiful!!

dena, you are doing fantastic..such a good person and emma is thriving because of it! thank you for being you!!! how do you get on the myspace of yours to see this new movie? love keeping up with this post and watching her on livefeed...gosh sure wish there were more people like you that has this capability to help these little ones and give them a chance of a good life!! keep up the good work!!!!!!!!

[Breny]

No Emma updates????

[Mom2BabyNatalie]

Originally Posted by Breny

No Emma updates????

Alright... a quick one.... thanks for checking in on her.

She had a very good night... is weighing in at 124 grams this morning before her 8am feed....

The incision is healing and scabbing over (which I'm so afraid she'll rip open!) and I'm working to keep it somewhat supple while not disrupting the healing process.

I have a question though.... about the tube feeding.

Is it normal for the pup to have the hiccups immediately following tubing?? (I may have asked this already, but I don't recall).

About every 3rd feeding or so, Emma gets the hiccups afterwards.... just for a minute or two....... she shouldn't be getting any air bubbles via the tube, but should I worry?

[Beabble]

Originally Posted by spankita

dena, you are doing fantastic..such a good person and emma is thriving because of it! thank you for being you!!! how do you get on the myspace of yours to see this new movie? love keeping up with this post and watching her on livefeed...gosh sure wish there were more people like you that has this capability to help these little ones and give them a chance of a good life!! keep up the good work!!!!!!!!

Here's the link to her my space page:

MySpace.com - Emma -

[abby2473]

Originally Posted by Beabble

Pstt... In case you don't know, there's a new movie of Baby Emma that Dena made, it's on her my space page in her blog under the title "New Movie." It's absolutely beautiful!!

It IS beautiful!!!!

[luvmyYorkieJack]

Dena,

I have not posted on here yet but I just wanted to let you know what a remarkable person you are. I FINALLY got onto the live feed of Emma to watch her. Unfortunatly she is asle........ OH WAIT SHE MOVED!!!!! She is just getting so big. I love reading the posts on here. Your post yesterday (the first one, the big post) brought me to tears. It was just so touching and really put into perspective what you sacrafice every day to help Emma. But I have to admit that I love the song I Will Not Be Moved. After I heard the chorus, I immediately thought of this song as Emma's theme song. She is very lucky to have you. Keep up the great work. I am excited to see how this all turns out (and for the best)! I know little Emma will survive this. She is such a little trooper! Good luck and keep up posted. I love reading your posts the most.

Brit

Oh and by the way, I will have the blankets out to you soon. Jack makes it so difficult to finish them. I am constantly running around after him to make sure he isn't having accidents. I wish he would take a nap so I can finish them.

[Mom2BabyNatalie]

Originally Posted by luvmyYorkieJack

Dena,

I have not posted on here yet but I just wanted to let you know what a remarkable person you are. I FINALLY got onto the live feed of Emma to watch her. Unfortunatly she is asle........ OH WAIT SHE MOVED!!!!! She is just getting so big. I love reading the posts on here. Your post yesterday (the first one, the big post) brought me to tears. It was just so touching and really put into perspective what you sacrafice every day to help Emma. But I have to admit that I love the song I Will Not Be Moved. After I heard the chorus, I immediately thought of this song as Emma's theme song. She is very lucky to have you. Keep up the great work. I am excited to see how this all turns out (and for the best)! I know little Emma will survive this. She is such a little trooper! Good luck and keep up posted. I love reading your posts the most.

Brit

Oh and by the way, I will have the blankets out to you soon. Jack makes it so difficult to finish them. I am constantly running around after him to make sure he isn't having accidents. I wish he would take a nap so I can finish them.

Awwwww, thanks so much Brit!!! Thanks for continuing to keep an eye on our girl..... I feel so blessed to know that so many of you are pulling for her!!

Oh and hey.... feel free to send Jack on over to our house to play so you can get some work done!!! haha... Jethro would LOVE to have a buddy to wrestle with!!!

[kezza]

I'm wishing Emma will pull through...she's certainly a little fighter! I hope you can find a good surgeon to help her..I think what you are doing is truly amazing! most people would have given up long ago...she has a chance...yes...she is probably in some pain. but..no more than a tail docking i would say..