4 Years Ago Today

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I am grateful for my daughter everyday of my life, but it seems to even more so on January 20th of each year... it was 4 years ago today that Jacy and I underwent fetal surgery to repair her the Spina Bifida lesion while I was still pregnant with her. During the surgery she weighed a whopping 1lb. 14 oz. She was born 8 weeks later and has since grown into the most beautiful little girl who has brought so much joy and laughter into my life. My heart sinks when I remember the medical advice that was given to us. I am so thankful that we didn't follow the advice, because look at what I would have missed out on! I am so thankful for the support and love we received from our family and friends, especially those who made sacrifices to stay with me in California as my "support person" so that I never had to be alone. Thank you and I love you...from the bottom of my heart!
Pictures: Yes, that is Jacy in my uterus during the fetal surgery. The smaller hole in the center is Jacy's Spina Bifida lesion that was reparied during the surgery.
Jacy-born on March 23rd. My tiny gal at 3lbs 13 oz.
Jacy-playing it up on the playground the beginning of this month! I am amazed at all that she can do!

Comments

  1. What's for dinner?8:07 AM

    She really is amazing and quite a beauty! she always has a smile to share.

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  2. The Simmons Family9:06 PM

    Jody,
    I hope you don't mind that I linked over to your blog. Jacy and Jake are adorable. Jacy is a miracle girl and it sounds like she's proving all those Dr.'s wrong.

    We too got the "terminate" advice from our docs. The road is not easily traveled... but it is SO worth it!!

    Just wanted to say Hi.

    Andrea

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  3. Jaydenlilguy10:18 PM

    I am so glad you didn't listen to that crappy medical advise. If you did we would have never met. I guess our 4 year anniversary is just around the corner. Love you guys! Jacy, you need to give me a call some day and tell me one of your stories. I love to hear them all.

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  4. Anonymous2:53 PM

    Amazing! Time has really flown by. I don't think I had seen the surgery pic before.
    She's a great little girl and I don't even want to imagine our world without her.

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  5. jes11:22 PM

    she is so beautifully amazing!

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  6. Kim2:04 PM

    It's crazy to think it's already been 4 years since that day!!! Just amazing!

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  7. Benjamin and Brittany11:13 AM

    Hey Jody~
    just found your blog today and im so glad! Ive never heard that Jacy story i dun no how i managed that, but I LOVE HER! miss you guys hope all is well. come visit my blog sometime!

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