tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-598930200339056121.post712426007753484550..comments2024-01-04T02:38:31.768-05:00Comments on The Compound Eye of a Dragonfly: Hearing Less, Listening More …The Dragonflyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12825999197593786030noreply@blogger.comBlogger19125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-598930200339056121.post-81682798161407817512012-06-06T12:36:54.316-04:002012-06-06T12:36:54.316-04:00My dear Sammy, my heart mourns for you and this ne...My dear Sammy, my heart mourns for you and this new challenge in your life. I have also been facing some health issues with long-term implications. Your attitude of hope and seeing the glass half full is refreshing.<br /><br />I have been reading in Alma and I came across something yesterday that gave me some hope. Alma 41:2 "for it is requisite that all things should be restored to their proper order." Alma is teaching about the resurrection and while I look forward to that day with great anticipation, this also made me think of the possibilities of restoration during this earth life. The Lord has blessed man with so much knowledge and technology in the medical field, He is providing the way for miracles to occur every day. Perhaps through modern medicine, you and I can look forward to some restoration and relief from our ailments in the future.<br /><br />I love you and send you a big long hug through the cosmos!Suehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11587050097177200147noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-598930200339056121.post-8794374475014978362012-06-05T22:00:41.879-04:002012-06-05T22:00:41.879-04:00Bummer diagnosis. I am happy for you that you have...Bummer diagnosis. I am happy for you that you have found the problem that has been causing all your issues so you can now move forward to the next step. I marvel at your courage and strength.Kaseyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04151071910005671246noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-598930200339056121.post-52132311882802269232012-06-05T08:49:56.286-04:002012-06-05T08:49:56.286-04:00I am so sorry. You have a great attitude, and you...I am so sorry. You have a great attitude, and your faith will certainly see you through this. Sending prayers your way!!!Heather L.https://www.blogger.com/profile/15567339657829682101noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-598930200339056121.post-89228623396066438722012-06-05T01:47:46.922-04:002012-06-05T01:47:46.922-04:00My daughter was just diagnosed with this as well a...My daughter was just diagnosed with this as well and it breaks my heart. My hearing loss isn't hereditary so finding out that M'li's condition is and that her hearing is going to gradually get worse as she ages is harder on me than her. She says "I'll be okay mom, you are!" <br /><br />I'm so sorry you are experiencing this now after knowing what it's like to hear perfectly. But you hit it on the nail, learning to stretch and listen and feel people talk is a deeper form of connection in a conversation. Not everyone is good at this and it takes A LOT of practice. <br /><br />Love our attitude and your courage! YOU can do hard things.Meajahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09599033477646209499noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-598930200339056121.post-17140259871525240862012-06-05T00:28:26.822-04:002012-06-05T00:28:26.822-04:00Sam,
Sorry to hear this news. Thank you for your...Sam,<br /><br />Sorry to hear this news. Thank you for your inspiration of faith and your beautiful testimony of the Savior. I needed that.<br /><br />You may want to check out ksl.com. There is a news story similar to yours. The date was Nov. 17, 2011 and it was titled, "Mother Goes Deaf after Delivering Child." Maybe there is something there to help you in your situation. <br /><br />My prayers are with you. You are touching and changing so many lives with your daily words. Thank you so much.<br />KelliAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-598930200339056121.post-1861863515765099122012-06-04T21:58:24.823-04:002012-06-04T21:58:24.823-04:00I'm glad you are in my life to inspire and com...I'm glad you are in my life to inspire and comfort me even in the midst of trials. Thank you sweet sister.Apis Melliflorahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05109379329293289328noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-598930200339056121.post-87287558614478729212012-06-04T17:45:17.935-04:002012-06-04T17:45:17.935-04:00Hi Samantha
You should check out Dr. Berard's...Hi Samantha<br /><br />You should check out Dr. Berard's Auditory Integration Training (AIT). My son just finished the 10 day program and I've witnessed a drastic improvement in his hearing and concentration. It was started by Dr. Berard who was diagnosed with Tinnitus (ringing in the ear). Dr. Susie Glaub in McLean is licensed to give the treatment. Here is the link for more info:<br /><br />http://www.mcleanspeech.com/services/bait.html<br /><br />SorayaAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-598930200339056121.post-11305744364941800412012-06-04T17:14:49.802-04:002012-06-04T17:14:49.802-04:00Once again your faith and your strong spirit move ...Once again your faith and your strong spirit move me to trust the Lord and fill me with such joy in your association. You are in my prayers. all my loveAllisonKhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03234193846715530788noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-598930200339056121.post-80398489973419107112012-06-04T15:36:09.726-04:002012-06-04T15:36:09.726-04:00Wow, Sam. This was a powerful post. I am sorry y...Wow, Sam. This was a powerful post. I am sorry you are having to go through it, but when reading your post I realized that if anyone can find the positive in this, it is you! You continue to amaze me!Stacey Gerlach Moehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11356164873526134492noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-598930200339056121.post-53742892328003300492012-06-04T15:20:06.906-04:002012-06-04T15:20:06.906-04:00I am sorry for this new twist in your life. You a...I am sorry for this new twist in your life. You are a strong and beautiful woman and I know the Lord will give you strength to face this challenge.TracyS.https://www.blogger.com/profile/11510999105467532190noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-598930200339056121.post-56863472235085621332012-06-04T13:23:37.450-04:002012-06-04T13:23:37.450-04:00Sam, Liz sent me to read your post, and I must adm...Sam, Liz sent me to read your post, and I must admit, it was difficult to read without a tear. And then to read your mom's note... But you are so right when you say that God wouldn't put something in your path that you could not handle with grace. Prayers for you and yours. xoChrisnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-598930200339056121.post-27049825455920146952012-06-04T12:57:47.581-04:002012-06-04T12:57:47.581-04:00Dear Sammy,
I read your tender post, then I read m...Dear Sammy,<br />I read your tender post, then I read my scriptures and in my study I read, "My heart is exceedingly sorrowful; wilt thou comfort my soul in Christ. O Lord, wilt thou grant unto me that I may have strength, that I may suffer with patience these afflictions which shall come upon me..."<br />Alma 31:31<br /><br />My heart aches for this new twist in your life's journey. Yet, your thoughts on listening more are profound and beautiful. You have and will continue to listen with your heart and God has and will continue to use you as an instrument in His hands.<br /><br />You are a woman of great faith and I adore you!<br /><br />I can picture us rocking in white rockers on one of our front porches, you with your hearing aid and me with my cane, because macular degeneration runs in my family.... I'll be your ears and you'll be my eyes!<br /><br />I love you, dear friend.squeezemehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11403203708685736127noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-598930200339056121.post-11561601470616626322012-06-04T11:20:34.429-04:002012-06-04T11:20:34.429-04:00Dear friend, you always amaze me and inspire me. ...Dear friend, you always amaze me and inspire me. You will be blessed because you do listen so well to that small voice that teaches truth, you'll continue to see and hear miracles in your life. Love you tons!Ronalinnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-598930200339056121.post-71814258826824664162012-06-04T11:05:24.101-04:002012-06-04T11:05:24.101-04:00I'm so sorry! How cruel, that if you have to l...I'm so sorry! How cruel, that if you have to lose your hearing, you must also be plagued by that awful ringing. You'd think you could at least count on some peace and quiet at the very least, right? ;)<br /><br />As always, your attitude of faith inspires me. You're in my prayers.<br /><br />PS- I've had times in my life when I've lost my voice, and been forced to communicate with my children face to face-- it turned out to be such a blessing. I love that you mention listening more as one of the blessings of your particular trial. It's not just a platitude, but a real, immense, change-your-life blessing. *hugs*MelancholySmilehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04111279059498208927noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-598930200339056121.post-50569004450851878942012-06-04T10:55:42.260-04:002012-06-04T10:55:42.260-04:00I'm totally with you Tobi! And when I consider...I'm totally with you Tobi! And when I consider that the bones that are giving me trouble are only the size of a milimeter, I marvel even more!The Dragonflyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12825999197593786030noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-598930200339056121.post-15642982573507258762012-06-04T10:50:17.802-04:002012-06-04T10:50:17.802-04:00I'm so sorry to read that, Samantha. I thought...I'm so sorry to read that, Samantha. I thought the same when you said that you had lost hearing, that the ENT would find some wax, and that he would easily solve your problem.<br /><br />I am sorry it's not that easy, and I understand that this ringing must be really annoying...<br /><br />But as the wise Queen Vee said, you are such a strong woman with lots of faith. I know you will manage it the best way possible!<br /><br />I'm sending a really really big hug your way, Samantha!!!Aiketahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05290990866694419414noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-598930200339056121.post-18626006694899297292012-06-04T10:36:11.554-04:002012-06-04T10:36:11.554-04:00I've been thinking about how fascinating our b...I've been thinking about how fascinating our bodies are. One tiny piece malfunctions and suddenly our lives are changed forever. I will pray for you Samantha. I know that all things are possible through our Savior who loves us.Tobihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17434014099163714586noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-598930200339056121.post-36115142322384650132012-06-04T10:13:11.241-04:002012-06-04T10:13:11.241-04:00I am so sorry to hear you are going through this. ...I am so sorry to hear you are going through this. Thank you for sharing this, I know that I (and I am sure many others) will come back to this post and gather strength from your beautiful testimony. You are in my prayers.brendaghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03581852053475788378noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-598930200339056121.post-45797142439735086982012-06-04T10:12:03.983-04:002012-06-04T10:12:03.983-04:00Dearest DF,
I cried when you told me and then I t...Dearest DF,<br /><br />I cried when you told me and then I thought...she's strong, she's brave, she's wise, she has faith, she will meet the challenge head on....and so you have and I know you will continue to do so.<br /><br />If I could take this problem upon myself I would but there's some things a mother just can't do for a beloved child and so I will support, encourage, empathize and pray for you and help where I can.<br /><br />In everyone's life some rain must fall, the important thing is to have the right umbrella to get you through the storm and you have it.<br /><br />I love you more, always have and always will.The Queen Veehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14073356255364772381noreply@blogger.com