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A favor for a long time reader....

Tuesday, June 12, 2012
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A reader left me a comment tonight about her struggles with adoption, infertility and miscarriage.  As I watched the video she directed me to, my heart broke for her and her husband.  They are finalists in a contest for a round of IVF.  They have had 5 miscarriages, 3 failed adoptions, 5 unsuccessful IUI treatments, and the tragic death of a full term baby.  I cannot imagine such pain and loss.  Although I do not know Melissa and Hong in real life, their pain deeply touched my soul.  Please take a moment to watch their video (it is under 3 minutes) and vote for them.  Just imagine if by voting for them, we could help bring a child into their lives.  I have faith.

You can watch their video here and then vote for Melissa and Hong.  Thank you.
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Posted by 3 Peanuts at 8:01 PM

39 comments:

  1. lizziefitzJune 12, 2012 at 8:12 PM

    Just voted.

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  2. BrandiJune 12, 2012 at 8:18 PM

    I voted for them... so sweet... prayers for them also!

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  3. KimJune 12, 2012 at 8:46 PM

    VOTED... as I am crying ...
    thanks for sharing...
    Hugz..

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  4. BethJune 12, 2012 at 8:51 PM

    Having experienced the gift of donated IVF medicine myself, how wonderful to have an opportunity to pay back in a very small way.

    Thank you for the opportunity to help them, even if it is only through a vote.

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  5. JodeeJune 12, 2012 at 9:22 PM

    Thanks for sharing their story. I voted!

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  6. John & MichelleJune 12, 2012 at 9:37 PM

    What a strong couple Kim! I voted just now and please let them know that I'll be praying for them! Hope they win!

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  7. ErikaJune 12, 2012 at 9:41 PM

    I watched the video and voted through them through my tears. Sometimes the world does not make sense...((((hugs))) to them...

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  8. AnonymousJune 12, 2012 at 10:00 PM

    I also have faith. Kim, thanks for posting this. I hope this sweet family will be the winners. I was truly touched by their video. I wonder if they would mind if your readers also posted the link on their own blogs to hopefully give them the support and votes needed!

    Dawn

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  9. CyndiJune 12, 2012 at 10:06 PM

    Just went over and voted for them! Hope they win!

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  10. Chris KauffmanJune 13, 2012 at 6:12 AM

    This breaks my heart truly , my younger brothers wife has the same condition suffered multiple miscarriages and an almost full term still birth followed by a still birth a year later almost to the day two daughters , life is just so very hard sometimes ... Makes no sense why , I wish them the best .

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  11. LeighAnneJune 13, 2012 at 8:41 AM

    Voted!

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  12. AnnaJune 13, 2012 at 8:43 AM

    Just voted...hoping the best for them!

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  13. snekcipJune 13, 2012 at 9:12 AM

    I just voted for Melissa and Hong. Truly a beautiful video and a touching story. I couldn't help but view each family's video.My heart and prayers for ALL the couples who are on this journey. I pray for fertility and for their yearning hearts, for their is no greater gift than that of a child. I pray for the same for each and every famiy showcased.I pray that their arms be filled with the warmth of a child. If that gifts come from her womb or that of another, I find comfort in knowing that God has special plans for each one of them. God Bless.

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  14. keriJune 13, 2012 at 9:43 AM

    Their video was so heartfelt. I voted for them on all our computers! I hope they win!!

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  15. keriJune 13, 2012 at 9:43 AM

    Their video was so heartfelt. I voted for them on all our computers! I hope they win!!

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  16. BrandiJune 13, 2012 at 9:47 AM

    Voted!!!! please keep us updated. THANKS!

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  17. MichelleJune 13, 2012 at 10:15 AM

    Without hestitation I am on my way to watch the video and vote. I believe in miracles and pray for theirs to unfold!!

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  18. AniJune 13, 2012 at 10:24 AM

    My heart breaks for them. Just voted.

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  19. shelleyJune 13, 2012 at 12:38 PM

    voted...I believe too

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  20. Danielle & LeeJune 13, 2012 at 12:41 PM

    I wanted to vote for ALL of the finalists. They all had heartbreaking stories that gave me goosebumps. The pain and suffering they endure is unearthly.

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  21. The 5 BickiesJune 13, 2012 at 1:28 PM

    My goodness....what a long road. I voted but didn't watch the other videos as I was afraid I wouldn't be able to vote for just one.

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  22. GaleJune 13, 2012 at 2:23 PM

    I voted...thanks for sharing this!!!!

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  23. Dear LillieJune 13, 2012 at 3:50 PM

    How heartbreaking! Thank you so much for sharing. I just voted for them and will be praying for them as well!

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  24. Michelle LaRueJune 13, 2012 at 4:25 PM

    Voted!

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  25. Michelle LaRueJune 13, 2012 at 4:26 PM

    Voted!

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  26. pickyJune 13, 2012 at 6:58 PM

    Wow. As someone else said, though it gives someone a chance, it's heartbreaking not to be able to vote for each couple. Thanks for sharing this.

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  27. HopsyJune 13, 2012 at 7:44 PM

    Wow, what a road! I voted for them and said a prayer too.

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  28. bagelJune 13, 2012 at 8:34 PM

    I voted. :)

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  29. bagelJune 13, 2012 at 8:34 PM

    Voted!!!

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  30. Steffie B.June 13, 2012 at 8:59 PM

    voted xoxo

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  31. Steffie B.June 13, 2012 at 8:59 PM

    voted xoxo

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  32. lori MartinJune 13, 2012 at 9:19 PM

    Voted!!

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  33. lori MartinJune 13, 2012 at 9:19 PM

    Voted!!

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  34. UnknownJune 13, 2012 at 10:46 PM

    wow.. what heatbreaking story.

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  35. BetseyJune 13, 2012 at 11:46 PM

    Wow. Voted.

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  36. SanHJune 14, 2012 at 10:18 AM

    Found your website, read it from the beggining and finnaly voted!

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  37. AnonymousJune 14, 2012 at 10:57 AM

    Kim,

    Would you mind asking the couple if it would be okay for I also post their link on my blog. I do not get much traffic as I don't blog much anymore (just read other's updates!) but, I would love to help them as well!

    Thanks,

    Dawn

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  38. AnonymousJune 14, 2012 at 10:58 AM

    Oh darn, I just saw where the poll is closed, so disregard my earlier email!

    Thanks,

    Dawn

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  39. mellowandyellow3June 15, 2012 at 7:12 PM

    WE WON!!!! Thank you so much to all of you. I will be starting a blog soon to detail my adventures and will post it here when I get it up and running. I am humbled by your support. Sending love and gratitude to each of you.

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Thank you for your kindness.