Finding the Silver Lining Among Tragedy- How I Almost Lost my Boys' Father (the Man I Love) to Death...

It’s been months since I’ve created for this space. Much silence has lived here.

I (my family) experienced significant traumas. The kind where you need time and space. The kind that don’t easily brush off your shoulders.

There is still overwhelm, but I am ready to fill this space with all the good, the bad, the beautiful and the ugly. It’s why I created it after all- to share, to inspire, to live.

We all have moments. Some trivial, most passing while others linger. Mine lingered. It’s the moment when something implausible happens that leaves you stunned. Your world shatters like a mirror, and you’re left picking up the pieces. You’re left exposed.

It’s the kind of thing that causes perspective. It’s the kind of thing that makes you want to fight and won’t let you settle.

You see, life constantly (and sometimes instantly) shifts. In a second, everything can alter.

Last year, everything did- alter/shift- for me. I didn’t realize how much would change or that more was headed my way, but that’s another story for another post.

Here’s a rundown of last year’s notable events:

• I gave birth to my second son in an unexpected home birth. We couldn't make it to the hospital, so my mother delivered. She’s not a midwife.
• I grieved a friend, who lost a battle to cancer. I couldn’t make it to the funeral. One moment she was healthy. The next? Gone.
• My youngest son and I were in a rear-end collision. I thank God that he is ok. My body still aches from time to time.

But the moment that changed it all? My sons’ father, Joseph, came minutes from losing his life. Ten to be exact.

    A Glimpse into the Past (2010): Ice skating with Joseph for the first time. He fell. :)

2014, the year of years. Emotionally, I’m spent. I feel too much all the time. Sometimes, I wish for numbness. It never comes.

On most days, I feel lost and hopeless. I dwell on things I can’t change and on things I wouldn’t want to change. Yet, there are no regrets. I realize that I am exactly where I am meant to be. I am meant to rediscover and question. I am meant to grow. I am meant to make an impact.

Before Joseph’s attack, I fell into my role well. A (single) mother. Young. Smart. Strong. Vulnerable. A little bit broken, but human. I felt love, but loneliness shrouded my heart.

I don't think there's ever been a moment since meeting Joseph where I didn't love him, but there comes a time where you decide to love yourself more. Love your children more. Without loving him less. Joseph's indecision in his life became too much for me to endure, so I embarked on a new path without him. I moved on. 

A warm July morning changed it ALL. It set a new course.

Joseph messaged me at 7:13 am to wish me a “Good Morning,” and said he’d call me in a bit. I’m not supposed to smile, but I did. We aren’t supposed to be talking, but we do. I miss him.

“A bit” never came. I joked with him on his misuse of “a bit.” Nothing. I called. Nothing. Monkey Bear left a voice message. Nothing. Hours passed. I worried. I even messaged to tell him so.  At about noon, I had enough. My entire body was unnerved. I called his dad, and after a few pleasantries I blurted out “Is Joseph alive?” I think I unnerved him too. He told me to relax and sit. In that moment, I knew…

Something happened, and it was severe.

Someone attacked Joseph at his job site- a house where he was remodeling a bathroom. He doesn’t remember the details of the attack. He remembers arriving at the house, opening the doors and windows, and working for a couple hours before laying down to rest. His next memory is of waking up in a puddle of his own blood with no recollection of how it happened.

Whatever happened, he was left to die. Thankfully, he didn’t. Whoever attacked him, left Joseph’s phone behind. This detail saved his life because it enabled him to call for help. He didn’t realize the extent of his injuries, so he refused to go to the hospital. His mom convinced him otherwise. Once there, it took 6 people to restrain him to a hospital bed. This too, is just a story to him. He has no memory of it.

With a massive head injury, Joseph underwent an immediate craniotomy. I cried. I waited. I prayed. I struggled miles away. Should I visit him? Should I stay home? I questioned not because I didn’t want to be there, but because I wasn’t sure if I SHOULD be there.

I deliberated over the next couple days while Joseph recuperated in ICU. I finally chose to pack the boys and myself up.  There was no other option (at least for me). My entire being needed/wanted to be there for him, so I went.

Road to Recovery- Joseph settled into his room after a few days in ICU with a couple extra visitors.

Despite how broken and bruised Joseph looked, it brought me peace to see him. I never dreamed I’d see Joseph near death. It shook me. It unlocked emotions- feelings I willed myself to forget (or ones I simply hid).

By the time I got to the hospital, he got transferred out of ICU and into a regular room. I brought our youngest son with me. Little Seahorse was 7 months-old, and would be less impacted by the sight of Joseph’s injuries than our oldest son. We stayed the entire day before we headed back down. We couldn’t stay longer than a day because both our boys needed their mom to be home.

As weird as it sounds, I am grateful for Joseph’s near death experience. I’m in no way grateful for his injuries (he’s still in a lot of pain), but I am thankful for what this incident shifted for me, for us.

I came to realize how much I love Joseph. More than I knew. He is not always the best man, and has made mistakes. Let’s be real, so have I. Despite his faults (and some of my own), I still love him. I love him even if we chose to live separate lives.

For now, we heal (while we find peace in Pentatonix because their music feeds our souls.).

To the person who attacked him, I hold you no ill will. I don’t understand your actions. I don’t know if you randomly chose to hurt another human being, or if you knew Joseph. I don’t know why you left him to die. I do know that you did not rob him, and for this small detail I am appreciative too.

Have you gone through a traumatic experience? If so, how did it change your life? For the better? For the worse?

Please feel free to share your story here. It should be heard. In the meantime, please keep us in your prayers and send us love and light.

#Gearapalooza2014- An Unfortunate Storm of Events

It happened. Gearapooloza arrived in Miami for the very first time Wednesday evening. The last stop in a 12-city tour across the country “catering to expecting [and new] parents” alike. Color me excited!!

Except I got DENIED at the door. Did I have tickets? Yes, I had two platinum tickets. What?! Before I divulge the details, I’ll give you background on the event itself and the mission behind it.

As the largest social event company in the country, Bump Club and Beyond created Gearapooloza-“the ultimate baby gear and baby registry event” featuring Jamie Grayson (The Baby Guy) to “connect moms and moms-to-be with the best information, experts, products, and most important- with each other.”

In a nutshell, it’s supposedly all things great. I have no doubt it is, that is- if you manage to get through the doors. 

When Gearapalooza put Miami on their 2014 tour roster, I jumped at the opportunity. Tickets sales went LIVE eight weeks prior to the event date for each location. I set a calendar reminder to purchase my tickets as soon as humanly possible.

I LOVE attending family-friendly events. I especially love learning new things within an ever-evolving industry that affects my daily life as well as my boys. I also love discovering new brands and experts. Mingling with parents is an added bonus. A mom can dare to glitz up, bring her family and still find “me” time.

Eh, wrong. Turns out, Gearapalooza is not a 100% family-friendly event.

I failed to read the disclaimer on the site. I also failed to read the e-mail sent out Tuesday that expanded on this disclaimer.

Unfortunately, I brought my 2 year-old with me. The moment I realized he would not be allowed: 5 minutes from the event. Now, I don’t believe I am above the rules; however, I do know that exceptions can graciously be given. I made an honest mistake. Surely, an organization catering to moms would show me mercy?

We parked. I fastened a half-asleep toddler to myself in our baby carrier. My mom held Little Seahorse. On our way to the entrance, we ran into one of my Tutti-Bambini friends (hosts of the event). She greeted us happily without eyeing Liam as a problem. I mentioned my faux-pas, and she directed me to Erin Storm (assistant to Lindsay Pinchuk, founder of Bump Club and Beyond) for a final decision.

Enter, trouble.

We walked up to the entrance to meet Erin. She greeted us courteously, and asked for our names to verify them on the list. Before giving her my name, I opened my big mouth about Monkey Bear’s age. What I didn’t realize then, is that she didn’t perceive his age. Face palm.

Courteous Erin morphed. She denied our entrance without an apology. She claimed the space was too small for my toddler. That’s the genius of babywearing, I only occupy the space where I stand. Didn’t my purchased tickets ensure our spot? He’s also toddler-sized not Godzilla-sized. She then said, that he would be too disruptive. Monkey Bear hadn’t uttered a peep. He was half-asleep.

She offered us a refund without considering other options. What if I wanted my SWAG bags? So I asked for them. At this point, I felt completely dejected and insignificant. I only asked for the bags because one was for a friend in Alaska, who could not attend Gearapoolza.

Erin went off to get the bags seeming bothered. I called my friend, and she voted for a refund. Erin came back with the bags. I apologized, and told her I wanted a refund instead. Then it happened. She rolled her eyes, exasperated and set the bags aside.

As a professional, rolling your eyes and exasperating at customer is never okay. I get that you may be stressed. Perhaps you have too much on your plate, but don’t take it out on a mother castaway from an event she hoped to ENJOY while wearing her child. Just no.

I asked her when the refund would be issued, and Erin looked at me like I sprouted three heads. Who let’s their money float around in credit card limbo? I sure don’t. I asked her again. She detailed all the important things on her schedule before she settled on Friday.

I doubt she put herself in my shoes. I’m not sure if I adequately put myself in hers. I’m not a stranger to the word “no.” Bottom line, I expect civility and tact. Both of which, Erin lacked to demonstrate.

She had no idea how long we drove. It took over an hour and a half to get there. Did I mention traffic and rain? She had no idea I had been horribly sick a few days prior. I could barely keep food down. I ran a fever. I had chills and trembles. Thankfully, I recovered enough to attend. She had no idea how many months I had looked forward to it. I don’t think she stopped to consider what turning around meant for us.

She simply denied us the information, experts, products, but most important- she denied use the SUPPORT from mingling with other moms within our city. All a part of Bump Club and Beyond’s mission. Shame. Maybe next year, they will redeem themselves. I refuse to believe that Bump Club and Beyond as a whole endorses disrespect.

When I told her, I perceived her as rude. She proceeded to give me all her reasons why she was not. Again, no. I don’t need to hear your justifications.

To Erin: Next time, please offer a mother willing to wear her son empathy. Had he been disruptive, I would have discreetly excused myself. The same way I would if it were my 9 month-old. Believe me, babies are disruptive too. Not just toddlers. Have you never heard a baby wail like a banshee?

Know that without empathy, you dismiss a mother’s journey to Gearapoolza’s entrance and cast her aside as insignificant. You don’t know what it took for her to get there. Don’t offer her excuses when she tells you directly and politely that she perceived you as rude. Simply apologize. Tell her it wasn’t your intention. Take a moment, breathe and reassess.

I did.

Oh and Erin, I sincerely hope you know my name. Otherwise, how will you issue my refund? The irony is not lost on me. A refund is in an exception to the rule. Thank you for granting me at least one. A silver lining in a rather unfortunate storm of events.

 

A Mother's Day Surprise: PicturesonGold.com Review + Giveaway

A little sparkle with spoonful of care goes a long way especially when you’re talking gifts. When it comes to gift giving (and receiving), I absolutely LOVE going the thoughtful route. From the gift itself, all the way down to the package. The best part? You don’t always have to break the bank.

Some supplies "to add a spoonful of care to a little sparkle."

With Mother’s Day a little over a week away, what's a daughter (or a son) to do? Personally, I recommend Pictures on Gold for your gifting needs. Heck, you should head on over to the PON site even if you already have a gift for your Mom. They have a wide selection of personalized jewelry tailored for anyone special (yourself included) and their customer service team is top-notch.

When Pictures on Gold contacted me to featured their personalized sterling silver heart locket, I jumped at the chance. Although a locket is a traditional gift option, the ability to customize it with color laser engraving took it to another level for me. Gone are the days of cutting teeny tiny pictures for your locket only to have them ruined by sweat, time, rain or the shower.

My Mommy & Asher at Vero Beach for Easter weekend. 

My Mommy is my ultimate support system. Without her, I would be lost. She supports me in all my successes and failures. She taught me to be the mother I am, and pushes me to better even still. I love how her locket turned out. It’s absolutely GORGEOUS, and she deserves ever bit of its shiny glory.

Here’s a sneak peek at my Mother’s Day locket for my Mommy. (I hope she doesn't read this post before next Sunday.) In case she does: Happy Happy (early) Mother's Day Mommy from Liam, Asher + Me.

A Mother's Day surprise from my Mommy from us three.

The steps to Build Your Own Locket are a breeze and took no more than 10 minutes. Unless you’re incredibly indecisive, but I knew exactly what I wanted so it didn't take me long. Pictures on Gold also offers lightning fast shipping. I’m talking Jimmy John speed. I received my Mommy’s locket 2 days after I ordered it via UPS.

Below is a step-by-step run down of how I created my Mommy's personalized locket.

1. You select the metal preference and front engraving option. I went with sterling silver and selected a Mother’s Day clipart from the library of images on the site. I picked Mother’s Day clipart number 6.
2. You select the inside left engraving options and picture insertion option. You can engrave anything from text to a monogram to a picture. I choose to laser color engrave a picture of Liam and me.
3. You repeat Step 2 for the right side of the locket. Again, I choose the laser color photo engraving option, and I uploaded a picture of Asher.
4. You select the reverse side engraving option. For this, I choose to monogram a ‘G’ in script for our family’s surname.
5. You select a chain. Or you can go sans chain. I choose the 18” sterling silver standard box chain with lobster clasp.
6. You have the option of submitting additional comments. If not you can preview your creation. Once you're satisfied, you simply add to cart and submit.

Viola, one of the BEST gifts I get to give my Mommy for Mother’s Day!!

My Mommy's Mother's Day present all wrapped up.

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#BostonStrong Inspires Fitness Goals

On Tuesday, our nation remembered a city forever altered, a community “Boston Strong.” Last April 15, two explosions tore through the crowded finish line of the 2013 Boston Marathon killing three people and injuring over 260 athletes, spectators and volunteers.

On Tuesday, we remembered the fallen- Martin Richard, 8, of Dorchester, Krystle Campbell, 29, of Arlington, Lingzi Lu, 23, a graduate student at Boston University and MIT campus police officer Sean Collier, 27, of Somerville.

We remembered the injured who slowly healed this past year. Victims now survivors as their broken bones mend, torn muscles strengthen and lost limbs restored by prosthetics.

We remembered the first responders- the medical professionals, the police officers, the fire fighters, the runners and spectators who fought to regain their community amid the terror. People who saved lives. A nation thanks you. I thank you.

Sports Illustrated photographed roughly 3,000 people wearing at the Boston Marathon finish line to mark the one year anniversary of the bombings.

“One year later, we also stand in awe of the men and women who continue to inspire us, learning to stand, walk, dance and run again. With each new step our country is moved by the resilience of a community and a city,” President Obama said in a written statement.

This week, we reflect.

As I reflected over humanity’s worst, I found glimmers of humanity’s best. I found grace, I found inspiration, and I found strength. Everywhere. Yes, horrific acts mar our world, but it is in the aftermath that our spirit prevails. It’s in these moments when we dig deep enough that we discover our character.

Left: Celeste Corcoran, Sydney Corcoran and Boston police officer John Kenneally Right: Heather Abbott
Photos by Robert X. Fogarty (DEAR WORLD)

Take photographer Robert X. Fogarty. In 2009, he began a project, DEAR WORLD, where subjects share a powerful message on their skin. 

Fogarty asked Boston Marathon survivors and responders to return to the finish line to photograph them. He writes to them “What happened that day was terror. Terror happens when love is absent. Boston is a city of love stories now. Thank you for sharing yours here. As you heal, know you inspire the rest of us to be better, still.”

What I learned? Runners refuse to give up. I should know. I used to run my little heart out a minimum of five days out of the week. I stopped because it threatened the wellness of my first pregnancy. Two babies later, and it’s time to regain shards of myself. I cannot imagine a better time to create new fitness goals.

I may not be running marathons yet, but mark my words I will. Babies, jogging stroller and all. In the meantime, I admire the estimated 36, 000 people who will line up at the start of the 2014 Boston Marathon next Monday ready to run. As Vice President Joe Biden said, “We are Boston. We are America. We respond, we endure, we overcome and we own the finish line.”

Join me on my fitness journey as I hit the pavement running toward my own finish line. What are your fitness goals? Or fitness secrets/tips? What inspires you? Share away below.

Happy Running!!

Tortle's Mission to Prevent Plagiocephaly and Torticollis: Review + Giveaway

Photo courtesy of Tortle

Did you catch my first Maven Spotlight with Dr. Jane Scott? If you did then you've at least heard of Tortle. If not, you should head over to read it NOW. It’s cool, I’ll wait… ;)

Jokes aside, the Tortle is more than a unique hat. Dr. Jane Scott, board certified pediatrician and neonatologist, created Tortle to help prevent and treat early stages of plagiocephaly (flat head syndrome) and torticollis (unbalanced neck muscles). This lightweight beanie is an FDA approved patented Class 1 medical tool that promotes proper head and neck movement essential for development.

At first, it does look funny. The support roll at the back of the beanie helps reposition baby’s head without limiting movement. For some reason, it reminds me of a dolphin. In any case, when you consider the chance of your babies developing these conditions investing in the Tortle is a no brainer.

I could easily give you statistics, but I would much rather stroll down memory lane with you. Two years ago, I became a first-time mother. I worried about many things. I did not know I had to worry about flat spots or neck muscles. Problem is, I would soon find out.

Flat spot created by resting in car seats for too long.

One day, I noticed my first-born had a bit of a bald spot. When I discovered his newfound baldness also marked a slight flatness, I worried. Justifiably alarmed, I asked our pediatrician, “What gives? Why is there a bald, flat spot on my baby’s head?”

Apparently, the flat spot had developed from Monkey Bear lying in the same position for far too long. Wait, what? Liam never spent too much time in a bouncer, swing or stroller. Nor unattended. But what about the crib and the car seat? When we went on adventures, I kept Liam in his car seat. No one told me that car seats are ideally intended only for the car while a baby carrier should be used for wearing the baby.

Soon after, I made some changes. At 4 months, I started wearing Liam in a soft-structured carrier. I also increased his tummy time. With the two combined, we avoided extreme damage. We were lucky. Other children require a helmet to treat positional plagiocephaly while special physical therapy becomes necessary to correct torticollis.

Babywearing is beneficial, but even the best of babywearers can still encounter this problem. Your baby will undoubtedly spend time in a car seat. Your baby will also sleep on their backs. "Every baby is at risk of developing flat head syndrome," said Dr. Jane Scott. "And yet, it’s completely preventable."

The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) recommends regular head repositioning for babies younger than six months. But have you ever tried to reposition a baby’s head? I have, and baby always wins. I've never experience such tenacity.

With baby no. 2 on the way, I needed the Tortle in my life. Thanks to Tortle, Little Seahorse’s head is beautifully round. Remember that support roll I mentioned?  When you slide the beanie on your baby’s head, you position the soft roll behind the ear. I recommend repositioning every 2-3 hours so that your baby does not begin to favor one side.

There's a learning curve when putting on the Tortle. I’ll let you in on my secret. I start from the back of Asher's head with the support roll already positioned behind his ear, then I just simply pull the cap forward. After it’s on, I make minor adjustments. First, I ensure a snug fit with no excess fabric bunching at the crown of his head. Second, I make sure the Tortle covers Asher’s ears. If the cap comes too far over his eyes, I just fold the front over. Easy, right?

Need a visual tutorial? Watch the video below.

Asher loves wearing his Tortle. I personally love the elephant design patterned on ours. I love the atypical, and it adds just the right amount of whimsy to his every day look. The blue, green, brown and white color palette complements almost every outfit, which is perfect since this is the only beanie Little Seahorse dons.

Whenever I’m not wearing him or if he’s resting on his back, Asher wears his Tortle. The only exception is when I’m not supervising him directly or at night when he sleeps. I do not recommend using the Tortle unsupervised or for overnight use.

Little Seahorse and his Tortle

Overall, I believe in the Tortle and the company’s mission “to end flat head syndrome across the world.” It’s all about awareness and prevention. If I can protect Asher’s beautifully round head, why wouldn't I? The alternative includes physical therapy and custom helmets with a $5000 price tag.

For the first 6 months of life, all newborns should wear a Tortle to encourage healthy development. The Tortle is available in three different sizes up to 20 lbs in order to accommodate baby's rapid growth. It also comes in 3 solid colors and 2 cute prints, and has a recommended retail value of $19.99.

Tortle is a must-have accessory for a new baby!! And guess what? My Little Love Note has teamed up with Tortle to present YOU with a chance to WIN a Tortle of your very own. Enter below to spread awareness and prevent this from happening to your little ones.

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Meet Dr. Jane Scott, Inventor of Tortle in Maven Spotlight

Have you ever heard of flat head syndrome (Plagiocephaly)? Ready for a quick crash course? Plagiocephaly is a condition where a flat spot develops when infants spend an extended amount of time laying on the back of their heads. In 1994, when the American Academy of Pediatrics began the "Back to Sleep" campaign (now known as "Safe to Sleep") to reduce the risk of SIDS an unexpected consequence was the occurrence of flat head syndrome rose. Nearly 1 in 5 babies will develop flat head syndrome by their 5 month birthday?!

 

Who’s at risk? ALL babies. Between traveling or spending time in car seats, strollers, bouncers, and swings, infants spend approximately 16 hours laying on their backs. Not to mention, the time spent sleeping at night. The good news? It is 100% preventable.

 

Today, I have the privilege of introducing Dr. Jane Scott, the woman behind Tortle, whose “mission is to end flat head syndrome across the world.” Take it away Doctor!! :)

Dr. Jane Scott, Inventor of Tortle 

Congratulations on the success of Tortle, Dr. Jane Scott!!  What did you envision when you first launched your company?

When I launched Tortle, [I hoped] that my product would become a household name. The reason I wanted this to happen was because Flat Head Syndrome has become so common, and yet it is almost completely preventable. If the Tortle was worn by lots of babies, this would mean that I was helping many babies to have beautiful round heads.

What's the meaning behind the name Tortle?

The name has a bit of a fun story behind it. Torticollis is the medical term for the tightening of neck muscles on one side of the baby's neck that is frequently associated with flat spots. Our logo is a cute little green sea turtle because the carapace (shell) of the Turtle helps shape the body of the baby turtle, so the Tortle helps shape the head of the [human] baby!!


Can you share the essential benefits of Tortle with MLLN readers?

The Tortle is a light weight knit beanie with a support roll that is… simple, safe and easy to use. It can re-position the baby's head to maintain a good shape, and can be used wherever the parent needs it (crib, car seat, stroller or bouncer).

Photo courtesy of Tortle

What is a typical day in the life of Dr. Jane Scott?

Every day needs to be a good day! I happen to love my work so I work with Tortle each day, and then I work at a pediatric urgent care at nights and weekends when I am needed. The rest of my time, I spend with my large family either at home or going out with them, or even better traveling with them!

What is the favorite part of your day?

My absolute most favorite part of my day is when I am spending time with infants and [their] families helping them.

How do you keep your life/work balance?

I try to enjoy all aspects of my life. Work is not a chore for me, 
I actually enjoy it. Growing up in Australia, I am fortunate in having learned how to balance work and play. It truly is an art form, but well worthwhile to perfect.

What is on the horizon for Tortle?

Photo courtesy of Tortle

We at Tortle are working to have not only new patterns and lightweight styles to offer, and are also working on medical designs for the NICU infants to help prevent some of their unique problems.

What is one thing about you most people might not know?

I am a travel bug. I absolutely love to go to new places, try new foods and meet new people and learn as much as I can about their customs.

What is the best advice you have received?

Enjoy your infant they grow up so quickly!!

What is the best advice you wish to impart on MLLN readers?
There are only really a few things that you have to know to rear you infant. Your maternal instincts will go a long way, but in your efforts to keep your precious baby safe, please do not forget to keep them active. They need to move frequently, so when you place them safely in their carriers, please make sure to get them out and move them around in different positions and let them exercise whenever you get the opportunity. This not only helps to prevent flat head syndrome, but it will also go a long way to help their development.

Watch this video to LEARN MORE about Dr. Jane Scott, Tortle and Flat Head Syndrome.

Not convinced? What's one thing you wished you'd known? Hear it from other moms.

"Many Thanks" to Dr. Jane Scott for taking the time to connect with me and MLLN readers. 

 

So what's your take on it all? Did you know about flat head syndrome? Is this your first time discovering Tortle? Please feel free to share thoughts and experiences with me in the comments below.

 

Happy Learning!!