VoyForums
GIVE FREE FOOD
www.TheHungerSite.com
-> Click Here <-
SAVE THE RAINFORESTS
www.TheRainforestSite.com
-> Click Here <-
Non-profit ad served by VoyForums...

[ VoyUser Login optional ] [ Main index ] [ Post a new message ] [ Search | Check update time | Archives: [1], 2 ]

Tess & The Terrific Trio
Welcome
Back to Tess & The Terrific Trio
Thinking of you! -- Olga, 17:21:24 04/01/04 Thu [1]

You don't know me but I wish you and your babies all the best! You are all in my thoughts! Olga

[Edit]
My prayers and best wishes are with you. -- Grandad Doug, (The Toronto One.), 09:46:34 04/01/04 Thu [1]

Your progress is encouraging. Fight the good fight. My Prayers and Best Wishes are with you.

[Edit]
Weight for me -- Blake "The Yellowknife Grandfather", 08:55:37 04/01/04 Thu [1]

Hello J,S,andC.I told you last time we communicated that I had gained a few grams.Would you believe 25 lbs.?


P.S. it is still the morning of April 1st in Yellowknife

[Edit]

Replies:

[> Aprils fool addict -- Auntie Pammie, 10:29:05 04/01/04 Thu [1]

Dear Triplets, your Grandpa Blake is being very very bad today as it is April Fools Day and he is having way too much fun. When you are older I am sure he will teach you all about it.
Have a great sleep.
Love Auntie Pammie xoox

[Edit]
To the tiny trio -- Melissa, New Hampshire, 04:57:49 04/01/04 Thu [1]

I just wanted to let Tess and her family know that you are all in my thoughts and prayers everyday!

[Edit]
Our thoughts are with you as we follow your journey -- Finnian Beck-Veldman, and his Mum and Dad, 20:30:53 03/31/04 Wed [1]

Dear Terrific Trio and your Mum and Dad (and big brother!),

Although I was not born quite as young as you (I made it to 32 weeks), I was not a whole lot bigger than Jasper and Sela - I was 2.8lbs. I am only 4 months old now, so I remember very well what it was like in the big hospital (alhtough my Mum and Dad took me back to Australia to be born). But now I live in Hong Kong again, just like you.

So, welcome to the world, Little Ones!

I know it's hard that Mummy and Daddy can't be with you all the time, but you always have to remember that you are surrounded by lots and lots of love, and that is just as important for growing big and strong as the EBM.

There are many of us who have graduated from ICN and SCN to go on and grow up big strong and cheeky! You guys are doing well, and you need to keep drinking that EBM to the last drop, keep resting and put on lots of weight. 'Cos it's when you start to get a bit bigger that you get to have lots of cuddles with Mum and Dad, and that is the best thing in the world!

I will be watching your updates, and my Mum says she looks forward to hearing good news about you guys.

Love from Finnian
whose parents used to lovingly call him "Little Rabbit" when he was a very little boy in hospital

[Edit]
Touched by three angels! -- Karen Ritchey, 19:00:14 03/31/04 Wed [1]

Dear Jasper,Sela & Carys,

Seeing the three of you making gigantic strides each day, is so encouraging, amazing and exciting!
Your story and your courage are like being touched by three angels everyday.
Being able to share in your growth and development, in your setbacks and in your tremendous progress is almost like being there. To see your pictures and the beautiful
little children that you are, not just preemies, but real little people... is a joy!
Your family is in our prayers and thoughts each day and we thank them for their faithfulness in updating the site each day.
Love and prayers and hugs,
Karen Ritchey and family

[Edit]
What a Beauty -- Tammy, 18:30:15 03/31/04 Wed [1]

Sela you are a beautiful baby girl! Please continue to grow and overcome. I don't think I have ever prayed so much for people I don't even know. Please know that your story touches my heart and I do pray for your babies every day.

Tammy, JB(5), Suzanne, Ben & Megan (1)

[Edit]
Miss Sela -- Auntie Pammie, 14:55:36 03/31/04 Wed [1]

Miss Sela, I was so pleased to hear from your Mommy last night that you were off the CPAP ! Then to my delight I tuned in for my thrice daily fix of the website for you 3 , and I was greeted by your sweet , tiny little face. You are so sweet and beautiful, and you have a great head of hair! I see the potential for some chubby cheeks in the makings and that makes me excited!! Please say Hello to your brother(s) and sister for me , stay strong and show them the ropes on how to get better and stronger.
Love to you all
Auntie Pammie xoxo

[Edit]
Congratulations -- Renee, 14:22:34 03/31/04 Wed [1]

Wanted to send congratulations to you on the birth of your sweet babies!

May god bless and keep them safe from all harm. Sweet baby kisses from my 33 weeker to yours

[Edit]
such upbeat news -- Helen, 13:53:27 03/31/04 Wed [1]

Greetings all! What a wonderfully upbeat and happy update. It was a joy to read - and Sela is so pretty. It's great to see her face. It's also fun to think of them all as chubby. May all of you continue to flourish so you can all get to Yellowknife to be spoiled by the doting grandparents. I don't think it's just Blake who'll spring for treats! Take much care of each other, Tess and Charles - and I know I speak to all of us when I say thank you for taking care of us, by including us in this remarkable adventure. Hugs - purrs from Noah - and many blessings
Helen and LeRoy

[Edit]
Prayers from Michigan -- Lisa, 12:48:39 03/31/04 Wed [1]

Dear Tess & Charles

I wanted to add my thoughts and prayers for you both and for your precious Jasper, Sela and Carys. I pray for your little ones health and also for strength and encouragement for both of you during this difficult time. What a touching website you have created. Thank you for sharing it with us. I will keep checking back so I know how to best for you all! God bless!

Lisa (IVF Connections-lisag1)
& Emma, 22 mo

[Edit]
Prayers from Springfield, Missouri, USA -- Heather, 12:39:15 03/31/04 Wed [1]

Dear Tess & Charles -
You have a beautiful family! They are the most perfect little babies that I've ever seen! I will be praying that God will see you through this, that he will send you strength, courage and health in abundance! My heart goes out to you! It is so hard to see your babies fight and struggle. Hang in there! God's working his miracles!!!
With warmest regards, a fellow triplet mom,
Heather
Jimmy, Erica and Anna 10 months

[Edit]
Love and best wishes to a wonderful family of SIX -- Ruth Morawetz, 10:48:07 03/31/04 Wed [1]

Dear Tess & Charles:
What an inspirational voyage you are having now. May our prayers help you through this challenging period and see you all arriving well and healthy.
Lots of love
Ruth

[Edit]
What a pretty girl! -- Elaine DeBock, 10:25:19 03/31/04 Wed [1]

Sela, you are absolutely gorgeous! I'm sure your brother & sister are too - it's just a little hard to tell while they're still hiding behind their "scuba" gear! Hopefully they'll follow your lead & move on to the nasal canula soon. It definitely looks much more comfy. Our thoughts & prayers are with the 3 of you as well as with Mommy, Daddy & Seb every day. Elaine DeBock, Sedgewick AB Canada

[Edit]
Special prayer for premature babies -- Ofelia, 10:20:47 03/31/04 Wed [1]

God bless the little child behind the plastic wall.
For all he knows is the ringing of the bells and the blurred images around him.
He has been taken from my womb without warning and I long to hold him in my arms.
Lord, I ask in your name that my child be healed.
I am willing to accept your decision no matter what it will be.
I am willing to take on the responsibilities for caring for this child. I am willing to give this child love and understanding no matter the cost.
Please Lord help me to accept reality and what has happened without explanation or warning.
Help me face the fact that this is not my fault and that I was given a special task to complete here on Earth.
God give my child the strength to make it through another second, minute, hour and day as each moment is a blessing and a triumph from heaven.
God, may you give the strength and compassion to the caregivers and nurses that take care of my child may you keep my child protected and free from all injury and pain.
Please take away the guilt and burden from my heart dear Lord.
It is heavy and I feel it is all my fault. Take it away dear Lord.
Sweet Jesus allow me the strength and understanding I need to communicate with the Doctors and Nurses.
As you see dear Lord, I am at your mercy for the life of my child. Please leave him here on Earth and know that I will provide all the love and understanding that this child needs.
I accept the challenge and will be your humble servant dear Lord.
-- Author unknown

Tess, I’ve been following your story. I’m a lurker of the hen house threads. You and your family are in my prayers and thoughts
Ofelia (IVF Connections, Florida) Nicole (former preemie)

[Edit]
Thinking of you and the triplets -- Natalie, Pittsburgh,PA, 08:58:17 03/31/04 Wed [1]

You all are in my thoughts and prayers everyday. I check out your web site everyday. Take care!

[Edit]
Thinking of you all. -- Julie Pulvirenti (Hong Kong), 02:24:55 03/31/04 Wed [1]

Have been following the progress of your dear little babies with lots of anticipation and hope. So happy to hear of their recent weight gains.
Keep up the good fight.

Tess,
hope to see you back at book club in the not to distant future.

[Edit]
"Weigh" to go you three! -- Cathy Mingo, 20:30:00 03/30/04 Tue [1]

I visit your site everyday and I wanted you to know that we think of you everyday. Kaitlyn thinks you should eat Zoodles and cheesey-eggs cos she likes them too! Take care. We are so proud of your parents. They are marvelous, Darlings!
All our love,
The Mingos-Cathy,Steve, Kaitlyn and MAx
Tess' cousin and family from Victoria, BC

[Edit]
Weight gain -- Blake "The Grandfather", 12:46:10 03/30/04 Tue [1]

To show my solidarity with the 3 little wonders I gained a few grams too. Aunt Carolyn was right, big macs are tasty.
You little nippers are in for a pleasant change in culinary offerings.

Love Blake "the Yellowknife Grandfather"

[Edit]
It's the Iggy Piggy Big Bank Game.... -- Auntie Pammie, 06:50:40 03/30/04 Tue [1]

Good Evening/Morning to the 3 little piggies. I was talking to your Mommy last night and she was telling me about all the good work you 3 had done in putting on the weight.
I think your Auntie Carolyn is right by thinking that someone is sneaking in Big Macs and KD( If I could, I would, and I would thrown in GGuide cookies for snacks).
As for the subject of my letter to you today, this is a special little joke between your Mommy and I ... she will explain it to you one day.
Have a great sleep, sweet dreams.
Auntie Pammie xoxo

[Edit]
Thank You! -- Carol (Charmaine's Mom) (from London, ON), 20:58:53 03/29/04 Mon [1]

I am so happy to see new pictures of the adorable little ones! They are so wonderful! So pleased they are gaining.

Thank you for all the time and work in sharing your precious babes with all of us!

Carol

[Edit]
Weigh In -- Auntie Carolyn, 18:53:53 03/29/04 Mon [1]

Good Morning Angels! Or should that be piglets? Well done on the weigh-in. Whose sneaking the Big Macs or KD into the NICU? I know your Dad always did have a weakness for KD - has he been sneaking it into your desert?

Grandad Caldwell is at it again with the maple syrup and it is delicious. Of course we had to sample even if it was just off the bits spilt on the table. We could send some over if you think it would help your - er - diet?

We couldn't be prouder of you, or your big brother, Mom and Dad. You are all an inspiration to us all with your strength and endurance through this physical and emotional roller coaster. Please let Mommy know that I really appreciated her comments on the web site. Please let Daddy know that the red, skinny medicine is on its way to help fortify during late night web site updates. Like so many others, I check it regularly, frequently, whenever I can.

So keep up the great work, all six of you. As always you remain in our thoughts and prayers. Consider yourselves hugged!

Love, hugs and kisses Auntie Carolyn

[Edit]
**** NEWSFLASH **** TRIPLETS BECOME PIGLETS @ TUESDAY WEIGH-IN -- Charles (Seb and Terrific Trio's Dad), 17:46:37 03/29/04 Mon [1]

This just in from Tess at the NICU:

Carys - from 890 grams to 940 grams = just over 2 lbs.

Sela - from 1.165 kg to 1.22 kg = 2 lbs 10 oz.

Jasper - from 1.19 kg to 1.28 kg = 2 lbs 13 oz!

More details tonight!

[Edit]
Sending our love from Midlevels -- Alex, Paul & Baby Ryan, 17:20:37 03/29/04 Mon [1]

Great news about the weight gain! Well done little ones and a big well done to their wonderful parents. Your courage and love is inspiring and I think the whole Lyons-Caldwell family are just amazing.
Ryan sends his fellow HK 2004 babies a big smile and looks forward to meeting his new buddies.

[Edit]
Keep Growing -- Jen, 16:10:13 03/29/04 Mon [1]

Keep Growing little ones. Way to go on the weight gain. Keep on fighting. I read your updates every day and I am amazed daily at your strength (that of your familt too)

Jennifer (Winnipeg, Manitoba Canada)

[Edit]
Best wishes -- Shirley Baker, 14:42:50 03/29/04 Mon [1]

Identical triplets Arthur, Alex and Andy send the new trio their love from Gainesville, Florida.

[Edit]
Can we say SuperSize? -- Auntie Pammie, 10:02:00 03/29/04 Mon [1]

Good Morning/Evening Jasper, Sela and Carys. I was so impressed to hear that you all had made some gains in the weight department. I guess we will all have to order you some SuperSized Big Macs and fries, only to be topped off with a nice chocolate milkshake. I guarantee that will add on the pounds( Yes, I am speaking from personal experience). Keep up the good work and gradually gettting those milestones under your respective "belts".
Sleep well, hugs and kisses to you all!
Auntie Pammie xoxo

[Edit]
u 3 -- marie, 19:24:51 03/28/04 Sun [1]

prayers and thoughts have been with you since laura W. sent us an email. get stong quickly! i visit often.
expetant mother of twins,
xoxoxo

[Edit]

Replies:

[> It's ok! -- Karen, 04:50:50 03/29/04 Mon [1]

It's ok Grandpa Blake........no harm done. We've all had typos, and we know you meant sisters!

[Edit]
Red-faced embarrassment -- Blake "The Grandfather", 14:36:52 03/28/04 Sun [1]

I very proudly showed Maureen the message I had sent out earlier today to the triplets and the other fine folk who have supported our family in Hong Kong. Maureen said, "Why did you say - 'brother and sister' rather than 'brother and sisters'"? My reply was, "I did say, 'sisters'". Maureen's response was, "Did you edit your message?" My worried response was, "No".

OK, so maybe I don't always catch my typo's :-(

Maureen's synopsis: just admit you made a bad mistake!

My response: maybe Maureen was right!

Love from,
Grovelling Grandfather Blake.

[Edit]
Great People -- Blake "The Grandfather", 11:22:04 03/28/04 Sun [1]

Hello to the 3 little nippers and to all the wonderful people who send messages of support to them.
We are heading into plus temperatures now after a few months of sub zero readings.
Perfect time of the year for Sebbie and his brother and sister to visit Yellowknife.
That is a very strong hint!

[Edit]

Replies:

[> Hello to the Grandfather -- Auntie Pammie, 14:15:32 03/28/04 Sun [1]

Hello to The Grandfather;

This is your eldest here, writing to say that one day you will have your 4 youngest grandchildren visiting you and since Sebbie has been there a few times he can show, Jasper, Sela and Carys the ropes of how to get Grandad to buy them lots of naughty treats, and let them stay up late, etc etc.

I too want to thank everyone for all the support they are giving to my sister, my fantastic brother in law and their 4 children. I think I can say on behalf of our whole extended family... that we feel a overwhelming sense of peace, love and support knowing how many people from around the world are so touched by the struggles of these 3 babes as we are. Thank-you to all of you, and Thank-you for your prayers.

Auntie Pammie in Edmonton

[Edit]
Hello from Texas! -- Karen, 11:00:14 03/28/04 Sun [1]

Hello to Hong Kong from Texas!
I saw the movie of Carys, and I have to say I have fallen in love. My heart melted when I saw her moving. Of course I enjoyed the movies of Sela and Jasper too. Tell those babies that the Hen with the funny accent is thinking of them.

Bless you,
Karen

[Edit]
Love to six special people -- Claudine, 19:25:36 03/27/04 Sat [1]

Jasper, Sela and Carys,
You are so brave. I watch your truimphs daily through your daddy's informative website. Just wanted to say, although you already know, that you have been blessed with such loving and supportive parents.

Tess and Charles you are an inspiration. Prayers in abundance for your new family members and a big cuddle for Sebastian.
love Claudine, Richard and Daniel

[Edit]
Thinking of you from London, Ontario -- Carol (Charmaine's Mom), 08:41:57 03/27/04 Sat [1]

I have downloaded the movie of Carys and must have watched it 15 times since yesterday afternoon! What a precious little being she is!

My friends and I (people from all over the world) speak of "our triplets" because all three of them have taken up residence in our hearts. Everyone continues to hope and pray and meditate on their growth and wellbeing and for you as well, Tess & Charles.

Sincerely, Carol

[Edit]
Weigh-In -- Auntie Carolyn, 06:01:14 03/27/04 Sat [1]

Now I am rising so you must be settling in for the night. How did it go? Did you load up to fool the scales? No doubt you have had a busy, tiring day. Mom and Dad may well be singing you to sleep and praying with you as I write this.

You will be much on our minds as we head to Marblehill to bring in the sap and boil off the syrup. There is so much to show you when such challenges are not in front of you. Sleep well sweet ones; kisses and prayers for health to you all and please ask Mom and Dad to give that gorgeous nephew of mine, your brother Sebastian, a very large hug and kiss.

Love Auntie Carolyn

[Edit]
Good Morning -- Auntie Carolyn, 19:30:18 03/26/04 Fri [1]

Good Morning sweet ones! Load up kids 'cause today is weight taking day. I'd so happily give you several of the pounds I need to shed if only I could. Carys you are truly a mini warrior as Auntie Pam says. Be brave sweet soul. With lots of love and prayers for health and strenght (and a few extra grams).
Auntie Carolyn

[Edit]
spring is in the air- robins on the ground -- Sue (hen) kiwican- Ottawa Canada, 17:49:50 03/26/04 Fri [1]

Spring is in the air and the first robins are bac! Geese are making their way back north - and I'm passing on the good spring renewal and growth vibes to the fabulous 3some in HKong. :)may the sun always shine on you. :)Take care of each other.

[Edit]
Praying -- Bob & Carol Kuiken, 16:41:46 03/26/04 Fri [1]

Tess & Charles,
We have continued to pray for all of you during this difficult time. We have friends in our Sunday school class who have quads. They also have been praying for the babies and all of you. God is in control and can see the whole picture. We're thankful Stephanie and Dale are there for you. We will keep praying.
Bob & Carol

[Edit]
Sending extra hugs and kiss and well wishes from florida -- Shayna, Marshall, Sagan, and two small fries, 15:22:59 03/26/04 Fri [1]

First off, way to go Sela! I hope your brother and sister join you soon.

Jasper, you have really settled into your role as man about the NICU. I bet you sweet talk all the nurses.

Carys, i have a little inspirational story for you. I have a friend whose brother had lymphoma. He had lots of nasty medicine, kind of like you. It completely destroyed his entire immune system (this was the plan). After he had no immune system left he got a lung infection. Yes, it was aspergillis. Even with no immune system left he fought back and won against the fungus. This fungus CAN be beaten, and you have something he didn't, lymph nodes (no, you don't need to know what those are right now). Rest, grow, go at your own pace, but know that you CAN do this!

Hugs and kisses to you all, and to your parents and big brother too!
Shayna, Marshall, Sagan, and two mini-me's

[Edit]
TGIF to the Triplets , Tess, Charles and of course Sebastian -- Auntie Pammie, 12:03:57 03/26/04 Fri [1]

TGIF !! Today's update really brought new meaning to that saying for me. I was so happy to read about all of the accomplishments that the Triplets are making :-). Sela is the accomplisher with a mission at hand, Jasper is the follower taking cues from Sela, and Carys is the mini-warrior who is fighting off the bad bugs. The newest pic of all 3 does seem to be showing that there is some facial similarities.. I was proudly showing the babes new pics today.
Tess and Charles, your continue to amaze me at how strong you are. I look up to you both with nothing but the highest regards and respect. You are amazing parents ,with 4 beautiful children (I am quite biased). Do allow yourselves those down-times, as they help alot.
Sebastian.... I am so proud at what a good boy you are. Mozzie has been telling me all sorts of good things about you. We will sit down over some girl guide cookies and you can tell me eveything that is new in your life when I next see you. I know you are going to be a great big brother to your brother and 2 sisters!
I send all the love , support,prayers,encouragement,and strength that I can to all of you. You are on my mind all the time. Love to you all!
Auntie Pammie xoxo

[Edit]

Replies:

[> clarification on new pic -- Auntie Pammie again, 16:43:36 03/26/04 Fri [1]

Hi again, just to clarify which new pic I was speaking of, it is the one at the top of the message board that shows the babes with their respective CPAP's on.

[Edit]
i am praying for you phila!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!11 -- claire . phila , pa, 20:14:46 03/25/04 Thu [1]

i am praying for you ,that god will give all three of your babies esp carey a perfect healing of mind body and spirit. i am the mother of 28wk triplets ggb . with many issues . my dd had a gr 4 ivh bleed and was shunted at 5wks of age do to hydro and my son had a ivh gr 2. and my other daughter has high blood pressure. now my kids r doing so great . they were one in dec but should have been born in march 03. both my dd are crawling all over the place and r cruising the furniture and my son is walking all over the place. the reason i am telling u this is to let u know, i know the pain in your heart right now , becuase i have been were u r now and it is very tough, but there is a light at the end of the tunel. but right now u have to take things minut to minute and then day to day. but, please know i am praying for u and your trio. may gods blessings be your in abundance.claire .

[Edit]
My sort of cousins -- Danielle Ardagh, 20:11:09 03/25/04 Thu [1]

Hey kiddos, You look great! So, now I have three tiny sort-of-cousins. Your momo is my cousin, so I'm not sure what that makes you to me. Cousins once removed? Oh well, you are part of my family and that is all that counts. Sounds like a couple of you are doing better which is great to hear, although Carys, you really need to get better because where would everyone be without you? All my strenght and hope and courage are with you three. All it takes is time. Say hi to your mom and dad for me, and to sebastian.
Get better!!
Love,
Danielle xoxoxo

[Edit]
Prayers for the Terrific Trio, with extra prayers for Carys -- Lisa, Jason, Juliana and Evan (Merry Moms), 17:43:03 03/25/04 Thu [1]

I wanted to add our prayers for the whole family, with extra special ones for Carys. We think of you all daily and include you all in our prayers. Carys, you are such a strong little fighter, please know you are in our thoughts and prayers each day.


The Mutchler family
Boston, Massachusetts

[Edit]
Thoughts and prayers -- Patty (from ttc board), 16:51:40 03/25/04 Thu [1]

I just had to post hoping that with each message posted is just that many more prayers headed toward your terrific trio. I wish you all the best. May God give all the strength you need.

[Edit]
Prayers from Boston -- Peggy Payne, 15:37:00 03/25/04 Thu [1]

We are praying for you here in Boston precious babies. So very glad that Sela got to be held by her Mom. Prayers to Mom and Dad too, to keep your family knit together with love and guidance. The world is praying for you and angels are watching over you.

Peggy and family

[Edit]
More Prayers -- Tammy from Maryland, 15:19:51 03/25/04 Thu [1]

I say a prayer for your babies daily and add an extra special one for baby Carys. You have touched many people by sharing your story and I always keep in my mind that that could have been me. May "the world" continue praying for your babies. Hope Sebastian is doing okay too.

Tammy mom to JB (5) Suzanne, Ben & Megan (1)

[Edit]
Prayers from Pittsburgh, PA & TTC message boards -- Natalie, 13:48:34 03/25/04 Thu [1]

Just want you to know we are still praying for your little ones. A lot of us check on you and the triplets everyday. Hang in there. God bless you all.

[Edit]
Tess -- Jane, 09:26:48 03/25/04 Thu [1]

Tess, you and your family and especially Carys are in my prayers. I am sending you all the love and support that I can. God Bless you and please know that I am here to help you in any way that I can.

Jane Perillo
Delaware

[Edit]
Special Prayers -- Siemon family in Singapore, 01:40:35 03/25/04 Thu [1]

hey Carys, I think of you all the time and I've been telling Aidan he has another 3 friends from the Caldwell family. Stay strong... we are always praying for you.

Love,
Serene, Richard and Aidan Siemon

[Edit]
Hang In there -- Andrew Work, 23:11:28 03/24/04 Wed [1]

Hey guys,

Hang in there! I'm sure with this impressive set of parents, everything will work out fine. Thinking about you guys. Let us know if you need anything.
Andrew

[Edit]
Thinking of you from London, Ontario -- Carol (Charmaine's mom), 20:44:32 03/24/04 Wed [1]

Tess, I'm so thrilled you got to hold your deal little Sela.

I check the website several times a day to see how you are all doing. I have a picture of your sweetest little Carys on my computer desktop. Have watched the movies. Just love these three little ones and hope for the best for all of you as do all my friends.
Carol

[Edit]
Bless you all -- Melissa, 20:33:28 03/24/04 Wed [1]

Dear Tess, Charles and Family,

Many prayers are being sent your way. Your family is in my thoughts daily. May God give you all the strength needed to overcome the many obstacles you are facing. Your little ones are such a blessing and have touched many lives all over the world. Take care and keep the faith.

Sincerely,

The Bennett family from Pensacola, Florida

[Edit]
Special thoughts for Carys -- TJ - Melbourne, Australia, 18:46:45 03/24/04 Wed [1]

Thinking of you all and praying especially hard for little Carys. Tess, I got goosebumps (or should that be chicken-bumps) reading that you finally got to hold Sela for the first time. What a very special moment that must have been.
Lots of love,
TJ

[Edit]
Love & Prayers -- Carrie (aka Frumpy), 18:17:30 03/24/04 Wed [1]

Tess, Charles, Sebastian & you wonderful babies.......
Just wanted to let you know that you are constantly in my thoughts and prayers. I spoke with Char last night (Tuesday) and remided her to tell you the same from me. Please know that you are not alone, we are all here for you, whenever you need us and for whatever you need us to do.
All our love
Carrie, Tom, Amanda & Alex

[Edit]
Prayers from North Carolina -- JenK, 17:24:10 03/24/04 Wed [1]

Tess and Charles,

My husband and I have been closely following your beautiful babies progress. Please know we are keeping you in our prayers. We are sending you our love and will continue to pray that Carys overcomes the terrible fungus.

JenK, mom to Ava, Lily and Ben born 3/3/04 at 32 wks

[Edit]
Our Prayers Are With You -- Robin, Tim, Beth, Jaki, Emily, Olivia & Chris, 16:00:30 03/24/04 Wed [1]

Tess & Charles
Our prayers are with you and your whole family. Every evening I check this web site. I have cried so many times and rejoiced even more with your updates. We think of you all daily. Bless you all.
Robin, Tim, Beth, Jaki, Emily, Olivia & Christopher
New York State

[Edit]
Prayers for Carys, -- Ruth, 14:20:22 03/24/04 Wed [1]

I'm so very sorry that the news was not good on the culture. Prayers for your daughter's full recovery from her infection.

Ruth
Mom to
Thomas, Matthew and Kathryn 12/27/99
Morethemerrier on TC

[Edit]
Lots of prayers for your entire family! -- Karen & Erin, 13:54:07 03/24/04 Wed [1]

Tess, Charles, and big bro Sebastian....you and the TERRIFIC TRIO are constantly on my mind and in my prayers. The love and hope that you as parents have for these tiny munchkins is overwhelming and so incredibly inspiring. We are praying daily for their continued improvement, in the hopes that they will be soon be in your arms as well as your hearts.

Much love,
Karen & Erin

[Edit]
prayers for your family -- lynn jacobs, 13:29:59 03/24/04 Wed [1]

charles tess ans sebastian- those babies are such strong fighters, i will keep them all in my prayers, especially carys, i am thinking of you every day xxxoooolynn

[Edit]
God Bless You All! -- Ethel, 12:58:34 03/24/04 Wed [1]

God is with you all the time. Be strong for all of us and keep geeting stronger everyday. God bless the three of you.
The whole family will be in our daily thoughts and prayers.

Love
Ethel

[Edit]
Carys -- Jennifer Brocato (jb0308), 12:09:33 03/24/04 Wed [1]

Carys,

The Brocato family is thinking of you and praying for you. We hope you continue to be strong. We know you are going to win.


Chris, Jennifer, Julia and Charlie (12/2/03)

[Edit]
Happy One Month Birthday to the T.T.!!! -- Lori in Yellowknife, 11:53:13 03/24/04 Wed [1]

Greetings from North of 60. I just wanted to extend my congrats and best wishes to Tess, Charles, Sebastian and of course the Terrific Trio on this latest milestone.

I also wanted to send a special prayer to Grandpa Blake. Harvey mentioned the conversation that you had with him at the airport on Monday. My best wishes to yourself and all the family that are following the progress of these three tiny babies from so far away.

(T.T. "Tiny but Tough!!!)

Lori and the rest of the Gaukel Family in Yellowknife, NT

[Edit]
Triplets -- Chris, 11:45:44 03/24/04 Wed [1]

We are thinking and praying for all of you.

Kurt, Christine,
Bradley, Erica and Adam (2 years old)
Oakdale, Minnesota

[Edit]
To The Triplets -- Sare Gray, 11:42:22 03/24/04 Wed [1]

Sela, Jasper, and, Carys, you three are showing such amazing strength. You've so many people, behind you, praying for you, and, thinking of you, daily. Keep gathering the strength from your parents, and, all of us, who keep you in our thoughts, and, remember.......God and His angels, surround you, at all times.

Sare
Denton, Texas

[Edit]
Continued Prayers from Alabama..... -- Tammy Robison, 11:12:05 03/24/04 Wed [1]

Carys: Although you are only 1 month old, you mean SO MUCH to so many people. We are all praying that the fungus that has found its way into your lungs will vanish as quickly as it appeared. May the angels watching over your bed comfort you and help you to rest comfortably. God has placed some incredibly amazing doctors and nurses there to take wonderful care of you. WE LOVE YOU SO MUCH and pray continually for you.

Jasper: It appears that you are eating like a champ. WAY TO GO, SWEETIE! We are all so proud of you!

Sela: What joy it must have been for your Mommy to hold you. I know you must have melted into her arms. Continue growing stronger - we are so proud of you!

Sebastian: "Bubba" loves you! Have you read your bug book lately?? :)

Tess & Charles: The prayers will certainly continue as you face this serious complication. May he restore your strength and bring you doses of encouragement daily.

With all our love... Tammy, Daniel & Brody Robison

[Edit]
Turbo Prayers -- Karen - Texas, 10:48:49 03/24/04 Wed [1]

Carys - Sweet little Carys. I pray that you are able to fight this fungus, and that you will be ok. I pray that God lays his hand upon you right now and makes you better.

Sela - I just read what your Aunt said about your Mommy getting to hold you! How incredible that must have been for both of you! Keep up the good work.

Jasper - You are being a very good big brother to your sisters it sounds like. I hope you keep up the good work too.

Tess & Charles - you are in my prayers every single day. I pray for you both, and I pray for your beautiful family. I am thinking of you all the time, and sending positive thoughts!

Sebastian - I did not forget about you. I hope you are doing ok right now. I know this is a hard time for you, but just keep thinking of that precious moment when your brother and sisters get to come home.

God Bless all of you.

[Edit]
NEWSFLASH - JUST IN FROM QMH NICU -- Charles (Seb and Terrific Trio's Dad), 19:14:28 03/23/04 Tue [8]

This just in from NICU at 10:30 AM HK time March 24... Carys' blood culture tested positive for aspergillosis... she's got the killer... it's a slim chance but she could still make it. WE NEED TURBO PRAYERS!

[Edit]

Replies:

[> Request granted -- Auntie Pammie, 21:20:49 03/23/04 Tue [1]

Consider it done Charles. Carys has come this far, and I pray that she can make it . I will say an extra prayer for her... she is a miracle and miracles come in many forms. I was also thrilled to hear that Tess got to hold Sela for the first time..made my heart melt. Extra love , hugs and kisses to you all.
Auntie Pammie xoxo

[Edit]

[> Praying in Virginia Beach -- Angie, 05:54:12 03/24/04 Wed [1]

I've been following the Terrific Trio since someone shared their story with me on one of the boards I frequent. They are amazing babies with incredible parents. I will pray for a complete healing for little Carys. She can beat the odds!! Stay strong on your faith. God is a god of miracles.

[Edit]

[> PRAYERS FOR CARYS -- Charmaine (Maddy), 06:59:14 03/24/04 Wed [1]

Okay, TURBO PRAYERS on the way!!!! This is really bad news my friends, but I know we still have a shot at keeping this child in our lives. I would love to write more, but I have some serious prayers to start....and I will pray constantly!!!!!

Charmaine

[Edit]

[> [> Jasper and Sela -- "Aunt" Charmaine, 07:07:58 03/24/04 Wed [1]

Jasper and Sela. I just wanted to let you both know that I think of you both so much as you enter your second month of life. I know you both have some medical issues, but I have faith we can get through them. I know it might seem like Carys gets all the attention, but I wanted to make sure you both know how special you are and how thrilled we are to have you join us in this world. Jasper, you are a big boy, and the oldest to your sisters. You get the job of taking care of them in school. And you are also lucky because you have a big brother to show you the ropes. Sela, you are a beautiful gift because you are the middle child, just like me and your mother are. You have a wonderful life ahead of you as an olders sister, and a little sister. You get the best of both worlds, and you are going to be a very special and wonderful child in everyones life. I love you both so much.

[Edit]

[> Prayers from Canada -- Angela, 07:10:05 03/24/04 Wed [1]

I'm praying so hard right now that Carys can fight this ugly infection. Please know that your whole family is in my thoughts.

Love Angela

[Edit]

[> Turbo prayers -- Krista from Maryland, 08:29:07 03/24/04 Wed [1]

I have been praying daily for your family and will say extra prayers that the lord will get Carys through this.
Stay Strong

[Edit]

[> Prayers from Maryland -- Krista, 08:49:36 03/24/04 Wed [1]

We will help look after "your garden" during this difficult time- all our prayers go to you.

T H E G A R D E N

Come to the garden alone, while the dew is still on the roses...

FOR THE GARDEN OF YOUR DAILY LIVING PLANT THREE ROWS OF PEAS:
1. Peace of mind
2. Peace of heart
3. Peace of soul

PLANT THREE ROWS OF SQUASH:
1. Squash gossip
2. Squash indifference
3. Squash grumbling

PLANT THREE ROWS OF LETTUCE:
1. Lettuce be faithful
2. Lettuce be kind
3. Lettuce be patient

NO GARDEN IS WITHOUT TURNIPS:
1. Turnip for meetings
2. Turnip for service
3. Turnip to help one another

TO CONCLUDE OUR GARDEN WE MUST HAVE THYME:
1. Thyme for each other
2. Thyme for family
3. Thyme for friends

WATER FREELY WITH PATIENCE AND CULTIVATE WITH LOVE. THERE IS MUCH FRUIT IN
YOUR GARDEN BECAUSE YOU REAP WHAT YOU SOW.

May God give you both all that you pray for.

[Edit]

[> Prayers from IL -- Angela, 09:13:01 03/24/04 Wed [1]

Your story has grasped the heart of countless people and prayers are following your every moment. I am praying extra hard for Carys. Her name is beautiful and means 'to love,' and isn't it the truth how many people around the globe love the little baby girl we've never met. Your story has touched us all and we are all pulling for all of you. God bless.

[Edit]
Turbo prayers for Carys -- Beth Coverdale, 08:04:09 03/24/04 Wed [1]

I have lots of prayers coming for your lungs to get better and for you to stay strong and beat this fungus. I think of you most of the time these days. I pray for you all the time.Charles and Tess, please know that we are also praying for your entire family. You are both so strong. Keep your faith. There are so many people praying for your little ones.I hope the next post gives us some well deserved good news.

[Edit]
Cars and neat stuff -- Blake "The Grandfather", 19:23:14 03/23/04 Tue [1]

Just 15 years and 11 months to go and you 3 can drive dad and mom's cars! More good news. February is a short month, ergo,(which is Latin for "therefore")you will be 2 months old faster than it took you to reach the one month status.
Love to all of you.

Grandpa Blake

[Edit]
Happy One month Birthday!!!! -- ossie, mom to Annika born @ 27w3d, 18:42:08 03/23/04 Tue [1]

Happy Happy Birthday to the Terrific Trio!!! You all are doing a GREAT JOB+++

Guess its a small world. Your daddy and Annika's daddy work for the same company. We found out yesterday while talking to HR.

Keep fighting, its worth it:)))

[Edit]
Happy One Month Birthday! -- Julia from the COPING Group in HK, 15:53:21 03/23/04 Tue [1]

I am blown away by the strength of each one of you, including the precious trips. The triplets are so fortunate to have such strong parents and God has obviously chosen you as their parents for a very good reason. I think most people would buckle under the daily pressures you face every day. Hang in there and one day you will look back and smile while you hold your 4 children. Thinking of you all constantly. X

[Edit]
Happy One Month Birthday!!!!! -- Auntie Pammie, 11:41:17 03/23/04 Tue [1]

Happy One Month Birthday to Jasper, Sela and Carys. I was reading about your weight gains, and was very impressed with what I read. It sounds like you 3 are holding your own and getting stronger every day. Carys, you keep fighting and getting stronger, you have amazed everyone so far as to how much of a little fighter you are. Sela, you have a potential future in the martial arts from what I am hearing with that stealthy little foot of yours.. you Go Girl! Jasper, you are the man of the group, so you continue to be strong so you can look after your sisters. Your big brother Sebastian will give you some helpful pointers I am sure. Mozzie got home safely and shared some wonderful stories with me of the time she was able to spend with you 3.
Hugs and kisses to all of you.
Auntie Pammie in Edmonton xoxox

[Edit]
beautiful babies -- Shannon, Clayton, Danielle, Darren and Derek, 08:17:16 03/23/04 Tue [1]

Your children are sooooooooo beautiful. My families thoughts and prayers are with you.

[Edit]
Birthday Wishes -- Grandad Doug., 07:47:42 03/23/04 Tue [1]

Happy One Month Birthday to the Terrific Trio. You are doing an excellent job. Our hopes, wishes and prayers go out to you all the time. Love.

Grandad Doug,
Toronto, Canada.

[Edit]
Happy Birthday! -- Yvonne Yiu, 07:09:36 03/23/04 Tue [1]

You guys look just as good in photos as you do in real life! I had a taste of your birthday cake today and it was really good...THANKS to Tess and Charles! You are all so very special to us, please continue working hard...You guys can do it!

[Edit]

Replies:

[> Yvonne is one of the fanastic NICU team! -- Charles (Seb and Terrific Trio's Dad), 07:39:02 03/23/04 Tue [1]

Yvonne forgot to mention she is one of the members of the fantastic NICU team caring for the Terrific Trio. In fact, when Jasper was born and first entered the NICU, he was greeted by Yvonne. Thank you, Yvonne!

[Edit]
Celebrating Life!! -- Borles: Pawan, Bindu, Amay & Ananya, Hyderabad, India, 04:40:21 03/23/04 Tue [1]

Here's wishing the Terrific Trio on their first monthly birthday!!

Special prayers today!

Keep shining!!

Borles: Pawan & Bindu and our kids - Amay (5yrs) and Ananya (2 months)

[Edit]
Prayers for you -- Sue Naylen, 16:47:43 03/22/04 Mon [1]

I wanted to send you my thoughts and prayers. My twin boys were born premature in the Queen Mary in September and I went through so many emotions. My boys only spent 10 days there, but I do know that you are in good hands there.

I saw miracles happening there everyday as each of the little babies grew stronger. I wish the very best for your three and strength for you.

[Edit]
triplets -- Lois Stauffer, 15:16:24 03/22/04 Mon [1]

Dear Tess & Charles & Family & Maureen,

You are always in our prayers especially little Carys. Did you know her name means "grace"? We pray for strength and courage and health and endurance and especially the "peace that passes understanding" from God for you at this time when you most need it.

From Friends in Wha Ti, NT
Lois Stauffer

[Edit]
Praying for you..... -- Jhansi Aaron, 01:38:03 03/22/04 Mon [1]

Dear Charles and Tess,

My friend Enoch Washington sent me the Pictures of the Beautiful babies. I just to share with you that I am greatly encouraged by your strength and courage....do continue to keep the Faith.

Jasper, Sela and Carys please know that I will be praying for three of you everyday in a very special way.

Take care
Jhansi

Bangalore, India

[Edit]
good morning -- Blake"The Grandfather", 21:47:43 03/21/04 Sun [1]

Hello all of you especially that one-half of a six pack.Just a brief message of love and best wishes to my favourite family in Hong Kong.

[Edit]
Hang in there -- Jennifer Wilmer, 21:30:21 03/21/04 Sun [1]

Hang in there little darlings, soon you'll be out of the woods and into the sunshine. We love you xoxoxo

[Edit]
Back Home and Sending Hugs and Kisses -- Auntie Carolyn, 13:36:44 03/21/04 Sun [1]

Greetings sweet ones. We are back home in Toronto after a very busy March break. Sending many hugs, kisses and prayers to you all, especially wee Carys - hang in there sweetie. Congrats Jasper on being IV free. How about you Sela? Ready to cut free the tubing?

Love Auntie Carolyn

[Edit]
A Belated Birthday Message -- Monica Paxson, 09:35:46 03/21/04 Sun [1]

Dear Tess,
What a remarkable family you have! What an amazing and challanging adventure! There will be a day in the future when you'll be able to look back on this time as a turning point, where mundane life switched to essential life, where the veil between earth and heaven lifted, where prayer and breathing were the same thing, where you were surrounded by angels. Happy birthday Tess. You’ll never have another one like it!

Best wishes,
Monica Paxson & Stephen Corrick
Chicago, IL

[Edit]
We are praying hard and hoping for miracles -- Sanjay and Nalini, 09:03:32 03/21/04 Sun [1]

Please hang in there. Our well wishes are constantly with you all. God Bless.

[Edit]
Go Jasper!!! -- Beth Coverdale, 05:22:40 03/21/04 Sun [1]

Way to go!!! keep up the great work. You are doing such an awesome job. Sela, keep woking hard. You are doing such a great job too. Carys, hang in there and keep fighting. You have so many people praying for you. You are an incredible fighter. Sebastian, I hope you are having a wonderful weekend. Of course by the time I write this your weekend is over I am sure. Charles and Tess, you two are amazingly strong. You are doing such a wonderful job with Seb and the babies. Your love for each other really shines through your posts. Very inspirational.

[Edit]
Prayers -- Allison, 18:39:37 03/20/04 Sat [1]

I found you via IVF connections, and I am praying for those wonderful babies each day. You are truely blessed.

[Edit]
Oversized Prayers for Pint Sized Babies! -- Deborah Proctor, 13:16:16 03/20/04 Sat [1]

Father God, in your son Jesus, Precious and Holy and mighty name I pray, Please Lord, I pray you meet the immediate needs of this family Lord, that you provide them with Peace that surpasses all understanding. Father God, also Lord we know you are the devine physician, you are able to do any and all things Lord, I pray if it be your will Lord that an immediate healing be given to baby Carys Lord, I pray these things in your sons Name, Amen.
Tess & Charles, you are all in my mind we are still keeping you all in our prayers in Sedgewick ALberta Canada, through our Ladies bible study, rest in the knowledge he is always wathcing over us his hand outstreched to lead us, nudge us and hold us whenever we need him. Deborah Proctor

[Edit]
May God be with your family. -- Kim, 12:57:13 03/20/04 Sat [1]

I have been following you through the TC and felt compelled to let you know how you have touched me. I have kept you and your family in my prayers and each day I pray that God may help bear the weight of this tribulation and ease your stress and lay His hands over Jasper, Sela and Carys to give them comfort and strenght to grow. I have sat with my trio and shared the website with them and though they are only 15 months they seem to show a kind of understanding and calm. Connor waves and says "Hi", Logan just points and stares, and Erin touches the screen as though she is sending love to your babies right through the screen. And we pray...

Thank you for sharing this with us and I have told everyone I know to include you in their prayer circles.

Kim Shaw

[Edit]
Thinking of you -- Peggy from Seattle, WA, 10:03:29 03/20/04 Sat [1]

I'm thinking of you today - have not seen an update so I hope all is still all right - Carys is on my mind constantly. Carys, keep fighting sweetie. You have so many people who love you - that's gotta count for something. Jasper and Sela - I'm so proud of how well you're doing. Keep up the good work. Tess and Charles and Sebastian - what a long road this is - you're doing great. I think of you all the time - big hugs from Seattle. Peggy

[Edit]
ANTI-ATKINS -- Blake"The Grandfather", 20:25:38 03/19/04 Fri [1]

I just heard from your good looking Grandmother that you 3 little gluttons are piling on the grams. Keep up the good work.

We can soon enjoy frosties,slurpies and other goodies that your grandmother frowns upon.

Love, Grandpa Blake

[Edit]
Prayers being said for the trio -- Maria - São Paulo - Brazil, 20:04:19 03/19/04 Fri [1]

Congrat's on your beautiful triplets.
Being the mother of an IVF-miracle myself, you can be sure that I will pray long and hard for your trio, especially Carys in these troubled days.
God bless all six of you!

[Edit]
i pray for you and your family -- stephanie, 19:28:15 03/19/04 Fri [1]

i check everyday at triplet conection and here to see hope your beautiful babies are doing i pray for you all

[Edit]
More Prayers Comin' Your Way... -- Heather (in Kailua, Hawaii), 17:35:23 03/19/04 Fri [1]

I have been following your story through the Triplet Connection. My family will be praying for yours as Carys and her siblings battle in the NICU. ((((HUGS))))

[Edit]
Thinking of you all -- Medical Daycare Staff Yellowknife, 14:40:14 03/19/04 Fri [1]

Thinking of you all and praying that things will improve for your beautiful babies.You are in our thoughts.

[Edit]

Replies:

[> Dear friends on Medical Daycare -- Maureen aka Mozzie aka Grandmother :-), 03:21:50 03/21/04 Sun [1]

Thank you so much for your sweet message. It is lovely to know that you and many others care so much for this dear family. I look forward to seeing you at work Tuesday morning. Love to you all, Maureen

[Edit]
many healing ling prayers -- Beth Coverdale, 11:30:33 03/19/04 Fri [1]

Just checking in again today. I wanted you to know that we are still praying very hard for your trio. I am praying extra strong that Carys gets whatever is in her lungs cleared. They are very strong babies. Their parents are even stronger. Please know that people all over the world are praying for you and your entire family. The power of prayer is amazing. You and your family have united people all over the world for one cause. That is nothing short or incredible.

[Edit]
Hey Carys, little duckling... -- Isabel in California, 11:24:23 03/19/04 Fri [1]

This is a special message just for you. Are you sitting comfortably? Good, then I'll begin. You have a wonderful spirit, a good and strong spirit, and I wanted you to know that as you fight each day with such vast and admirable courage, people all over the world are wishing you the very, very best. Take these wishes and use them, like magic spells, against the hurdles you are yet to overcome. With all the love in the world, anything is possible. Hang in there little duckling. I know it's tough, but your folks are good ducks and you're in great company with the rest of the brood, so you just keep on paddling sweetie!
Much, much love, Isabel (from ttc board) x

[Edit]
Prayers for you and your beautiful family -- Tara (AKA my three sons), 11:11:39 03/19/04 Fri [1]

I have been following your updates daily since hearing of your story on The Triplet Connection. I have been praying for Jasper, Sela, and Carys every day (maybe a few more prayers added in there for Carys) as well as your family. I know how difficult this time must be for all of you. My boys were born at 33 weeks, however, my littlest guy developed a life-threatening infection a few days after being sent home from the NICU and almost died. At the time, I never thought I would see the day where he would be running and playing with his brothers. But now, at 20 months, he is quite the little spitfire and has had no long-term side effects from his infection/treatment. The moral of my story is that miracles do happen. Carys is in the best hands possible and you have friends all over the world who are praying for you and your little ones. I know Carys is giving you a run for your money right now, so I will continue to say some extra prayers. God bless you and your family!

[Edit]
Special prayer for Carys -- Auntie Pammie, 08:26:37 03/19/04 Fri [1]

Good evening to one all in the Caldwell household. I am sitting here thinking that this little girl Carys has been such a little fighter up to this point, that I can only predict that she can fight off this possible fungus with lots of prayers and if need be meds. I will be praying for her and you all are on my mind 24/7. I send my love, extra hugs... and know Iam here for you any time you need me. I am so touched by the enormous outpouring of support , prayers and love that hundreds of people are displaying. I feel blessed to know that Jasper, Sela and Carys are so loved by so many, this gives me a small dose of comfort! I will be flying home this afternoon and will try to call tonight. I love you all.
Pammie xoxo

[Edit]
Prayers for you at this moment.... -- Charmaine (Maddy), 07:34:54 03/19/04 Fri [1]

Dear Lord, we thank you for all our blessings and the miracles you have given each of us in our lives. We especially thank you for the gift of Carys, Jasper and Sela's lives. However, we ask that you guide their families right now in making decisions that are according to your will. Please direct them with your love and quiet voice. Please offer them peace and kindness. Please allow them to love one another and feel the support around them that is coming from every corner of this beautiful earth. We ask that if you do indeed decide to bring Carys home with you that she feels the love and security of your joyous presence, and that she knows that every minute she is alive in our world she is loved and will be loved until the end of our own days. In your name, we pray.

[Edit]
To this precious family... -- Heidi Rogers, 04:17:28 03/19/04 Fri [1]

My name is Heidi. I live in Hong Kong. My friend Karla & Todd Handcock have asked us to put your family on our prayer list. Just had to let you know that for 5 days now I've been checking on your family. My husband and I are praying daily for you. Your website is a blessing to me. I'm filled with awe, encouragement, tears and anticipation for these three lives. God is definitely in control of your lives. "He gives strength to the weary and increases the power of the weak...but those who hope in the Lord will renew their strength. They will soar on wings of eagles; they will run and not grow weary, they will walk and not be faint. Is 40:29-31. We pray God's peace rain down on you.

[Edit]
Your beautiful babies -- Kathy Miley, 19:35:34 03/18/04 Thu [1]

Hello! My name is Kathy Miley and I am the sister of Carrie Christensen. She was telling me of your babies and directed me to your website. They are so beautiful. I was so touched that I wanted you to know that here in Lindsborg, Kansas, prayers will be said for God's blessings and for the health of your new born children. What tiny miracles they are. Please know that even though we don't know each other, my thoughts are prayers are with you and the entire family.

Blessings,

Kathy

[Edit]
keep the faith -- Shannon, 19:19:01 03/18/04 Thu [1]

I have been following your trio since birth through Triplet Connection. My g/g/g are former 27 wkrs and are now 5 years old. I know the NICU is a scary, difficult place to be, but keep the faith and know this time is such a brief time in their 100+ year lives. My thought and prayers are with all of you.

Kindest Regards,
Shannon aka Momofamultitude
Kansas

[Edit]
In my thoughts and prayers.... -- Jami, 19:08:12 03/18/04 Thu [1]

Tess, We "talked" through the TTC website on many occasions, and your words of love, hope and inspiration had helped me through my TTC journey. I wish and pray for you to find strength in your days of recovery, as for your lil ones, they are beautiful, and the love from your own famiies will help them to strive thru their healing..

Glad you are well..
Jami

[Edit]
Tess and family -- Yvette ivf alum ..., 18:50:01 03/18/04 Thu [1]

Tess, dh and seb..All my thoughts, strength and prayers are sent your way...WE are all very proud of you and you are an inspiration to all at alum..May god be at your side.
Love Yvette,Gary and baby Stephen 26 weeks preg

[Edit]
We are praying for you -- Christina, Mike, Grant & Gracie, 17:41:31 03/18/04 Thu [1]

You all are in our thoughts and prayers. From West Virginia

[Edit]
Happy belated birthday -- Jennifer Wilmer, 17:12:06 03/18/04 Thu [1]

Well Tess, I am sure you have spent happier birthdays but one day you will look back on this time and marvel as we are doing, at your strength and courage and endurance, and be proud.Keep the faith, and take care of yourself and C and S. PLease let me know if there is anything I can do to help.
xoxoxo J

[Edit]
To the terrific trio, the wonderful mom and Dad and precious Big Bro Seb!!! -- Wendi (your old INCIID buddy!), 11:46:41 03/18/04 Thu [1]

Tess and Charles:

I want you to know I start each day checking on your trio. First thing, I log on and check on your babies! So many people are praying so hard for your family and I hope its in God's plan to answer all our prayers.

Your strength is amazing and I can see God working through YOU! Your little ones are so blessed to have you as parents and I look forward to the day when you can take those healthy three babies home and start your life with them. I know the road ahead is long and at times painful, but know you are thought of often and are constantly in my prayers.

Hugs to Seb too. I know this has to be so confusing to him and I hope he gets to know his new siblings first hand AT HOME very soon!!!!

Sending you my love and thoughts from North Carolina!
Wendi (Jake's mom!)

[Edit]
In our Thoughts -- Korrie, 11:29:46 03/18/04 Thu [1]

Jasper, Carys and Sela, you are in my thoughts and prayers each day. Each day I log on and read your update,I am encouraged. You are very strong and brave babies-you will do great things one day. Until that day, be good to your mommy and daddy and play nice with big Brother,Sebastian!

[Edit]
St.Patrick -- Blake"The Grandfather", 11:26:02 03/18/04 Thu [1]

I hope all you little nippers wore green diapers on the 17th which is also your dear mom's birthday.
Love to you all, Grampa Blake

[Edit]
St.Patrick -- Blake"The Grandfather", 11:24:53 03/18/04 Thu [1]

I hope all you little nippers wore green diapers on the 17th which is also your dear mom's birthday.
Love to you all, Grampa Blake

[Edit]
PubMed and MedlinPlus web sites -- Auntie Sharon, 08:58:04 03/18/04 Thu [1]

Dear Charles,
Two health science web sites I can recommend for authoritative information for your searches are:
PubMed at: www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/entrez/query.fcgi and
MedlinePlus at: www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus

Both of these databases are provided by the (US) National Library of Medicine in Bethesda, Maryland. PubMed is an
authoritative bibliographic database comprised of over 12
million article citations selected from over 3,000 peer-reviewed international journals. Use the MeSH browser to select your search terms and combine with the Boolean operators AND, OR, NOT. MedlinePlus is a consumer oriented resource for health information. Hope this helps

Love to all
Auntie Sharon

[Edit]
You go girl !! -- Auntie Pammie and Great Gran, 08:28:29 03/18/04 Thu [1]

Good Morning to all of the Cladwell clan, it was great to talk to (Mozzie,Tess and Sebbie) on the phone last night . Great Gran and I have been talking about how strong all 3 of the wee babes are, and we are especially impressed at how much of a little warrior that Carys is. She has our thoughts and prayers that this little spot will "go-away", and give this little body a chance to mend. Love to you all, Autie Pammie and Great Gran in Vancouver xox

[Edit]
Tess, Happy Belated Birthday! -- Lisa, Jason, Juliana and Evan from Mass. (Merry Moms), 07:04:52 03/18/04 Thu [1]

Tess, you are such a source of strength for your 4 beautiful children. You and Charles have a difficult time ahead of you, know that there are so many praying for you all. I treasure the friendship we have developed over the past few years and want you to know we are here for you, Charles, Sebastian and the Terrific Trio.

Lisa, Jason, Juliana and Evan
Hanover, Mass.

[Edit]
Tess - Happy Belated Birthday -- Natalie, 04:52:29 03/18/04 Thu [1]

You don't know me but I post at tryingtoconceive.com and one of the ladies posted your url last wk. asking for prayers for you. I came to your site and now I check on all of you everyday. I have been praying for you and your babies everyday. Take care and know that you and your little ones are in tons of people's thoughts and prayers!

[Edit]
Well wishes from Melbourne, Australia -- Carrie, 03:00:23 03/18/04 Thu [1]

Dear Tess, Charles and the Terrific Trio,
I heard of you through a girl on the October 2003 pregnancy & baby board, who asked everyone to say a prayer for your sweet babies Jasper, Sela and Carys a week or so ago. You don't know me of course, but I wanted to let you know that down here in Melbourne, Australia you have more well wishes and prayers for your three precious bunnies there wafting up from Australia over the oceans to you.

Happy birthday for the 17th Tess and please accept my best wishes and prayers for the well-being of your whole little family there. Kind regards, Carrie (and Chris, Max (2) and Sascha (5 months))

[Edit]
Birthday Wishes -- Rich & Shannon Patterson, Vancouver, Canada, 01:11:40 03/18/04 Thu [1]

We look everyday at the website, god bless all your family and good luck over the coming weeks & months. As one of the founders of Roots always tells me when things look bleak: "keep on, keepin on." Naturally, we transfer Tess' birthday wishes to the healing and energy of the trips.

"A year of self-surrender will bring larger blessings than fourscore years of selfishness." - Anonymous

Rich & Shannon

[Edit]
Birthday Wishes -- Jazz, 20:02:31 03/17/04 Wed [1]

Hi Tess - I hope you had a peaceful birthday and here's wishing next year's birthday will be a massive affair with the 6 of you home and healthy! Thinking of you all often and wishing extra hard for Carys. Big Hug! Jazz

[Edit]
Love from Iowa -- Kimber, 19:40:24 03/17/04 Wed [1]

Tess,

You have always been an inspiration to me. You were always so positive on the TTC boards. I just want you to know that I am praying for your remarkable family. May God hold you in his arms and give you strength through this difficult time. Hang in there sweet babies!!

Kimber

[Edit]
Happy BDay -- Niki Murdock-Yellowknife, NT Canada, 19:23:18 03/17/04 Wed [1]

Happy Birthday!!! You can celebrate three times as much next year!!!! My birthday wish for you is that Carys makes it through this trying time.
Niki
xoxo

[Edit]
Happy Birthday, Tess -- Tracy L, 18:02:49 03/17/04 Wed [1]

Tess, I want to add my well wishes and hopes for a happy birthday to your growing list. I have followed your story on the "ttc board" and just want you to know that your beautiful family is in my prayers. I pray for all of you and especially Carys as she facing this trying time. Love and prayers, TracyL

[Edit]
May the light of God lift you in hope and prayer. -- Faith, 17:39:03 03/17/04 Wed [1]

Tess,
I am another IVF hopeful and I have read your story. I hope that your birthday is a symbol of many more birthdays to come for your little miracles, Jasper, Sela and Carys. I want you to know that there is one more person of belief
out here praying for you and Carys and the doctors that need to save her lung.
May God bless you and keep you cradled in his care.

Faith (in California)

[Edit]
Happy Birthday! -- Becky and Tim, 17:05:47 03/17/04 Wed [1]

Happy birthday, Tess! You and your family have made it through several tough and very long weeks with the help and support of all your many friends, family and of course God. We read your story daily and are amazed by your strength. All of us hope for the best and are keeping your family in our prayers. I do hope that you can find some joy in the moment since that is all we have. See you soon...

[Edit]
Tess- I am wishing you a warm and peacefilled birthday! -- Michelle from TC, 17:03:50 03/17/04 Wed [1]

Tess-Charles and your little three musketeers. I am praying for you often and am wishing this time to pass with grace and as painless as possible. Soon your little bundles of joy will be home with you and you will have this awesome journal to look back over. I think of you guys often as I go about my daily routine. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

[Edit]
Happy Birthday.... -- Joanne Lee-Young, 17:01:15 03/17/04 Wed [1]

Dear Tess and Charles,

I wanted to let you know that I am thinking of you and that I send my best wishes and deepest prayers for your little ones.

Take care of each other, love Joanne.

[Edit]
HAPPY BIRTHDAY!!! -- Carol, London, Ontario (Charmaine's mom), 15:14:00 03/17/04 Wed [1]

Tess, all my friends who are thinking of you and praying for you and your sweet little darlings, send their birthday wishes. May you have be given strength, peace and resassurance.

Sincerely, Carol

[Edit]
Happy Birthday, Tess -- Gloria, 15:01:34 03/17/04 Wed [1]

Happy Birthday Tess. Next year, your little terrific trio will be helping you open all your presents. We are still praying for your family.

Gloria and her South Dakota triplet grandbabies Connor, Christian and Caleb.

[Edit]
Happy Birthday Tess! -- Melissa Sands, 14:33:32 03/17/04 Wed [1]

Have a great birthday sweetie!!

Love,

Melissa, Maddie, Jim and Jordan

[Edit]

Back to Tess & The Terrific Trio

Forum timezone: GMT-8
VF Version: 2.94, ConfDB:
Before posting please read our privacy policy.
VoyForums(tm) is a Free Service from Voyager Info-Systems.
Copyright © 1998-2008 Voyager Info-Systems. All Rights Reserved.