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Never in my life have a been more anxious for the month of October to end. Typically October is one of our most favorite months of the year because it’s filled with birthdays, our anniversary and Halloween. So the month of October is finally coming to a close, and thankfully on a good note.
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October 31, 2009 - 11:55 pm - Ha! Love the costumes!!!!
I’ve shared so many updates with you all through the last month that I know so many of you are concerned and want to know when all this mess is “over” so I thought I’d share a little update to hopefully reassure you all a bit with how we’re doing.
Today was my weekly appointment for...
As many of you are aware, I’m currently taking classes fulltime online at Savannah College of art & Design. Though I’m majoring in graphic design, this quarter I’m taking my first masters level course in photography as an elective towards my degree. As a part of this course I am required to create a set...
October 28, 2009 - 6:24 pm - Hi Amanda - I love the sound of your project. It just so happens I am trying to get a business off the ground right now, creating paintings from photographs, and the baby theme is one I see with real potential. I was just wondering if somehow there was a way we could hook up to benefit each other. Check out some of my baby images at http://niksargent.zenfolio.com - I'm sure there's a way we can help each other either now, or when you go pro after your course :) would love to hear from you... nik
November 4, 2009 - 2:01 am - Hi, I just saw your ad. My daughter lives in Orlando and has a 7 1/2 lb. baby girl, she is just beautiful. I will have her contact you. My daughters name is Leslie. Thanks
November 4, 2009 - 2:09 am - How much are you asking for the hrd photos? thank you
“Only when we are no longer afraid do we begin to live.” – Dorothy Thompson
It’s been nearly a month and a half since I photographed my last newborn. Since that last photoshoot, the one and only newborn photoshoot I did while pregnant with the little one I miscarried, I admit I was so anxious and...
October 28, 2009 - 1:22 pm - You made the leap and came out with amazing shots! Bravo, my friend!!!!
“Many of us spend our whole lives running from feeling with the mistaken belief that you cannot bear the pain. But you have already borne the pain. What you have not done is feel all you are beyond the pain.” -Saint Bertholomew
Today I returned home from my weekend stay at the hospital. As my spirits...
“Pain is never permanent.” – Saint Teresa of Avila
As I near the end of my second day in the hospital I have to tell you all that today has been so much more challenging on many levels. It’s been a long day that I’m so glad has nearly passed. Today I’ve discovered a few more...
“Life’s challenges are not supposed to paralyze you, they’re supposed to help you discover who you are.” -Bernice Johnson Reagon
My first full day at the hospital has passed. The day began with me feeling pretty cruddy. In just the first day I have discovered a few of the things being in the hospital:
The doctor saw...
October 24, 2009 - 11:22 pm - You actually made me tear up tonight. I've been saying it for days but I just really hope you feel much better soon.
“Pain is temporary. It may last a minute, or an hour, or a day, or a year, but eventually it will subside and something else will take its place. If I quit, however, it lasts forever.” – Lance Armstrong
I never imagined earlier today that I’d find myself blogging from the hospital, but here I am...
October 24, 2009 - 1:45 am - Hi Amanda. You're quite a trooper and someone to really look up to. I will pray that you get better real soon. I hope you get some good rest. Wish you the best. ^_^
October 28, 2009 - 9:37 am - Oh Amanda, what a difficult journey you have been on lately. I cannot imagine the frustrations and emotions you are experiencing, even though you are so good at expressing them in writing. I'll be sure to say extra prayers for you and your family. Btw, I have had 2 HSG's and they will be a cake walk compared to what you have been through so far. Hopefully it will provide answers for you and a path to move forward on.
“Most of the important things in the world have been accomplished by people who have kept on trying when there seemed to be no hope at all.” -Dale Carnegie
I suppose right about now “hope” is probably the most important thing for me to have as I face the waiting game along with the many challenges...
October 23, 2009 - 7:32 am - this is the logo i voted for!!
October 23, 2009 - 8:19 am - phew...I'm definitely worried how many who voted might be disappointed. Glad to see you know me well enough to know that that logo definitely matches me better! :o)
“The ultimate measure of a man is not where he stands in moments of comfort and convenience, but where he stands at times of challenge and controversy.” -Martin Luther King Jr.
Today would have been my “follow up” visit for the first D&C if everything had gone as planned. Unfortunately, instead it was one of what...
October 21, 2009 - 9:02 pm - Amanda & Jason - Team Montalvo sends our love and prayers for a complete, healthy recovery. Please feel welcome to tap us as we've officially signed up to be part of your support group. Whatever you need, we're here. HUGS, Love and Rock n Roll, Erica, Mike, Isa & Lili :o) =o) :) :)
October 22, 2009 - 12:33 am - well im glad you update us with everything and anyone who feels my sister is sharing too much can jump off acliff! i love you guys still praying for ya too!
October 22, 2009 - 9:53 am - ditto to that, joleen. transparency is very helpful at times like these for those of us that care and worry. it takes a great deal of courage to share and be so open with issues so traumatic and personal. dr. volker gallichio says hang in there and make sure you get some rest amanda! :-)
October 22, 2009 - 10:42 am - thanks guys. It's definitely been tough to rest this mind of mine until more time passes. That said on just 2 1/2 hours of sleep between being in discomfort still from the effects of surgery and just having my mind unsettled about all the recent news. :o( They say pain is weakness leaving the body...so give me a bit more time and I'll seriously be tough as nails guys. I don't see how I can have much more weakness inside me after all I've been through these last few weeks.
by Amanda Kern
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