The one thing that is absolutely constant is Change. At one point or another, we are all forced to come to terms with this Change. Allow me to highlight some of the most impressive ways to improvise.......
Barack Obama, with his declining support and backing for Healthcare Reform, steps it up a notch and stays the course reminding us all that although we may have to tailor our approach we should never lose sit eof our cause....check it out....www.politico.com/news/stories/0709/25163.html
Trita Parsi introduces us to an Iranian prisoner that has a shockingly heartbreaking story, yet he is remembered for his optimism in our ever "changing" times.....Nice to meet you Bijan Khajehpour....it is with great pleasure that I introduce him to you....www.huffingtonpost.com/trita-parsi/where-is-bijan-khajepour_b_241047.html
Why don't we give peace a chance? Deepak Chopra gives us a timely view on what it means to be a superpower post the fall of the Soviet Union......let's consider a different approach....the US as trendsetters.....www.huffingtonpost.com/deepak-chopra/can-we-stop-being-a-super_b_241254.html
When we think of the Children as our Future, I would like to remember the stellar examples of the children of CDF Freedom School, read how they lead the way in Social Action for Child Healthcare Reform.....www.huffingtonpost.com/.../children-demand-real-chil_b_240979.html
Which leads me to my fellow Parents, who are Raising children in an ever changing World.....join me in doing a self check.....after all we are our children's first heros.....be encouraged.......www.intent.com/arianedebonvoison/blog/parenting-kids-through-times-change
Whatever the changes may be; we all have to reassess, regroup and reveal our Greatness....
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Monday, July 20, 2009
Thursday, July 16, 2009
The Dark Side of In Vitro Fertilization
Maria del Carmen Bousada, a Spanish Senior citizen, died Saturday at 69 from complications associated with a cancerous tumor. This may sound like the average words found in your local obituary. Sadly enough, the plot thickens....
Three years ago, shortly after losing her mother, Maria decided that she wanted to be a mother. After undergoing hormonal treatment at Pacific Fertility Clinic in Los Angeles, she gave birth to twin boys in December of 2006. She falsified documents that led the clinic to believe that she was 55, the maximum age for an In-Vitro patient.
The twin boys, now 2, are without a Mother, was never given the chance at having a Father and will be raised by an Uncle that was forced to sell their story to a Spanish newspaper to provide for them. Maria's sole desire to have children came with a heavy price for her boys, Pau and Christian.
They are too young to understand what has taken place, but as they grow older the decisions their mother made will surely have an impact on them. Why do we have children? Are we thinking about what's best for them? Have we considered the sacrifice we make in the name of "wanting to be a mother?" Are we selfish? Are our children simply "an accomplishment?'
This story, although not similar in every way, reminds me of Nadya Suleman, the American woman who gave birth to octuplets earlier this year. Already a Mother of six, her doctor implanted eight embryos during In-Vitro fertilization. All eight babies were alive at birth, but they obviously needed to spend time in NICU. As a single mother, how could she afford the medical bills let alone the costs to raise 14 children? No wonder she was signing a contract with a publicist before she left the hospital. Book deals and television shows could definitely help her sponsor her children.
In Vitro, if used by Mothers who are prepared for the journey of Motherhood, is a wonderful medical advancement for women who are reproductively challenged. However, like anything else, when it is abused; things can go awfully wrong.
The children are the ones who suffer.....
As the Doctors keep cashing their checks......
In the words of the late, great Marvin Gaye...."Save the Babies..."
Three years ago, shortly after losing her mother, Maria decided that she wanted to be a mother. After undergoing hormonal treatment at Pacific Fertility Clinic in Los Angeles, she gave birth to twin boys in December of 2006. She falsified documents that led the clinic to believe that she was 55, the maximum age for an In-Vitro patient.
The twin boys, now 2, are without a Mother, was never given the chance at having a Father and will be raised by an Uncle that was forced to sell their story to a Spanish newspaper to provide for them. Maria's sole desire to have children came with a heavy price for her boys, Pau and Christian.
They are too young to understand what has taken place, but as they grow older the decisions their mother made will surely have an impact on them. Why do we have children? Are we thinking about what's best for them? Have we considered the sacrifice we make in the name of "wanting to be a mother?" Are we selfish? Are our children simply "an accomplishment?'
This story, although not similar in every way, reminds me of Nadya Suleman, the American woman who gave birth to octuplets earlier this year. Already a Mother of six, her doctor implanted eight embryos during In-Vitro fertilization. All eight babies were alive at birth, but they obviously needed to spend time in NICU. As a single mother, how could she afford the medical bills let alone the costs to raise 14 children? No wonder she was signing a contract with a publicist before she left the hospital. Book deals and television shows could definitely help her sponsor her children.
In Vitro, if used by Mothers who are prepared for the journey of Motherhood, is a wonderful medical advancement for women who are reproductively challenged. However, like anything else, when it is abused; things can go awfully wrong.
The children are the ones who suffer.....
As the Doctors keep cashing their checks......
In the words of the late, great Marvin Gaye...."Save the Babies..."
Tuesday, July 14, 2009
Bigger than Myself?
After many sleepless nights and feeling an indescribable sensation tugging at my Soul, I realize that I need to be apart of a Movement. I want to work with a group of like minded individuals in pursuit of a greater cause....an even Grander existence. As much joy as my daughter gives me, I know that I am not half the Mother I aim to be...... that I will be..... once I come to live my Divine purpose. This is a process I know, but I am overwhelmed by the infinite possibilities this discovery will bring.
Actually, my daughter is the source of my motivation. From my journey, I hope she learns that all things are possible, to never be afraid of Self Discovery and always stay true to her inner voice. As cliche as my wishes are for my daughter, these are the greatest challenges of our lives. It's difficult to put in practice, but once developed Life takes on a new meaning. You begin to see things through a new set of eyes. Herein lies the power of positioning oneself to give an exclusive contribution to the World.
As an only child and the oldest grandchild on both sides of my family, I have grown accustomed to being alone. Up until recently, I thought I enjoyed living in solace. I purposefully alienated myself so that I didn't have to thank anyone for being there for me. I thought it a sign of weakness to call upon people even at my lowest points. God forbid if and when I did ask that no one was available or able to step in; I would somehow take this as a form of rejection and retreat back into my hole.
I have trust issues plain and simple. I much rather people depend on me, but somehow I've made it impossible to depend on others. The more I open up to new experiences and new relationships the more I see the bubble I've lived in. I think it's time to burst my bubble.
If all goes well, my daughter will never know it's possible to live in a bubble. She'll only see the world with her in it.......
Actually, my daughter is the source of my motivation. From my journey, I hope she learns that all things are possible, to never be afraid of Self Discovery and always stay true to her inner voice. As cliche as my wishes are for my daughter, these are the greatest challenges of our lives. It's difficult to put in practice, but once developed Life takes on a new meaning. You begin to see things through a new set of eyes. Herein lies the power of positioning oneself to give an exclusive contribution to the World.
As an only child and the oldest grandchild on both sides of my family, I have grown accustomed to being alone. Up until recently, I thought I enjoyed living in solace. I purposefully alienated myself so that I didn't have to thank anyone for being there for me. I thought it a sign of weakness to call upon people even at my lowest points. God forbid if and when I did ask that no one was available or able to step in; I would somehow take this as a form of rejection and retreat back into my hole.
I have trust issues plain and simple. I much rather people depend on me, but somehow I've made it impossible to depend on others. The more I open up to new experiences and new relationships the more I see the bubble I've lived in. I think it's time to burst my bubble.
If all goes well, my daughter will never know it's possible to live in a bubble. She'll only see the world with her in it.......
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