WE DID A SAD THING

IN THIS VIDEO:
MAY 23 - 27, 2024
Life as just "Julie and John" without Daniel. It is a slow and strange transition for sure. We found a buyer for Daniel's Wheelchair van, and finalized the transaction on May 24th. It was really heart breaking. We had been so delighted and happy with getting that van for Daniel. He loved it!! But we knew we didn't need to keep it, and found a good buyer and a good offer. I was gutted for days. Still am. I miss everything. Everything about Daniel's life.
Just two people navigating and caring for each other, that's what we are.
Welcome to my channel...
We lost our beloved Daniel on January 12, 2024. Stay with me as I work through grief and finding purpose. It is early days. And very hard.
Adapting. Thriving. Changing. Growing. Facing the unknown every waking day. This is my story, and I hope that you find encouragement, community, friendship here. A journey of life with a child who was born with severe disabilities, and how we are making our way through the ups and downs.
Daniel was born with a rare condition called Polymicrogyria. It was caused by the virus, CMV (cytomegalovirus). Daniel has extensive medical problems and disabilities, but we have created a loving support structure for him, and the 5 of us, and our pets, find lots of joy and love. A very unique family dynamic for sure!
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[@tiarasarjeant5649]

I really wish Daniel was still here with us... the reason why I started watching your videos because I have special needs too plus I do have friends in wheelchairs so I can relate. I wish I can hug you even though I live in Massachusetts I'm actually 30 minutes from Boston depends on traffic. Daniel is forever in our hearts ❤❤❤

[@nicholas4078]

My dad was born on Feb 4 1963, that's pretty cool, y'all should play the pick 4 everyday, 2437

[@annettepurtle3757]

Oh my babies use to do that as well! 😊😻

[@AlyssaHunter-bj1ht]

I am so sorry Julie. That you felt sad and upset. I’ll make you feel better, you’re happy and smiling, laughing, sweetest, prettiest ever. It’s okay Julie. I’m always here for you. And I will always help you when you’re feeling sad and grief.

[@GraceDowWrites]

I’m thinking of you! I can’t imagine how hard it was to sell Daniel’s wheelchair van. I remember how excited Daniel was when you bought it. May it bring you comfort that the new owners will find joy in their new van. I continue to think of all of you every day.

[@jhasselberger]

Thank you so much. I met the young lady who they needed the van for. She is 14 years year old, has cerebral palsy, and the sweetest special girl. I was glad to know how excited she was for her new van. But still very hard. 😢

[@GraceDowWrites]

@@jhasselbergerA bittersweet moment I am sure. I’m thinking of you.

[@annettepurtle3757]

Oh my babies use to do that as well! 😊😻I think Henery need a haircut,especially around his face.😊it’s great to see you and John doing things together! 😊 going out to eat and shopping . That’s what my husband and I do. Love and hugs 🥰🤗😍🌷🌻🌹🌼🌸

[@jhasselberger]

Awe. thanks... Henry and Holly go to the groomer every 6 weeks, this time of year their hair grows so FAST.... my little cuties

[@CarlieMaria28]

why didn't theo move to california with Sarah? Wasn't he meant to be her cat.

[@jhasselberger]

We decided to keep him here, where he has been his whole life. It was too hard for Sarah being in law school. I’m glad he’s still here