tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19709604.post2637898588463594145..comments2024-01-24T01:39:38.341-08:00Comments on * Jenni Bowlin *: An introduction and a gentle plea . . .Jenni Bowlinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09541167610287265639noreply@blogger.comBlogger4125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19709604.post-45977835904252561632012-10-20T15:38:58.658-07:002012-10-20T15:38:58.658-07:00I have end-stage Crohn's and have spent much o...I have end-stage Crohn's and have spent much of my life in hospitals. I was told, at the time Crohn's was a relatively new diagnosis, that more than likely I wouldn't see my 18th birthday (I was 12 at the time and my father had just died of a long battle w/ cancer). 27 surgeries later and many struggles along the way, I've made it to middle age...45, and although my personal life has always been in shambles because of this disease, I managed to become a nurse and I currenlty work with special needs children. My family consists of mother and I and my 2 little dogs. There are many days where I felt like giving up and felt that no one could or would ever understand my struggles...even my ex-husband who left me because he couldn't cope. Then, in 2010, I discovered blogworld and it was the best dose of medicine and means of escape... those who inspire w/ a few daily words and photos on their blog can make such a difference to people like me....it means so much especially in my little corner of the world. Thank you for your blog, your inspiring style, and your efforts to help with the C.C.foundation. God Bless your family.<br />Gloria from IllinoisAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19709604.post-27631149617574174262012-10-16T12:41:44.734-07:002012-10-16T12:41:44.734-07:001 - I so love your commitment to your personal sty...1 - I so love your commitment to your personal style!<br /><br />2. I have Crohns as well and I worked very hard with my doctor to find the right cocktail of meds to keep it in remission some of which I'm sure your nephew has tried. Humira, a drug used to treat arthritis has been the magic for me... I understand it's little used in some parts of the country for Crohns but if it hasn't already been discussed with his doctors his family might want to explore it with the medical professionals that are caring for him.Unknownhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10461272402692969909noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19709604.post-26569600890051181172012-10-11T04:37:42.598-07:002012-10-11T04:37:42.598-07:00Jenni, I have always believed our "gifts"...Jenni, I have always believed our "gifts" and "talents" are from God and are intended to be used. "Fame" is an awesome gift which allows you to use your gifts to touch others lives. It is no mistake that you have the world wide following that you do or that this beautiful child is in your life and can benefit from that. Use this platform and any others that cross your path. Cross the line - tell your story...if you keep it to yourself it can not benefit anyone else. MUCH LOVE and PRAYERS for you and your family.aprilwallace1960https://www.blogger.com/profile/01687857822597056262noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19709604.post-29563519525142519342012-10-10T19:05:16.958-07:002012-10-10T19:05:16.958-07:00My husband suffers from Colitis.. and I hope and p...My husband suffers from Colitis.. and I hope and pray for a cure constantly. Best of luck to him!! xoxoLuluhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14947526376305261232noreply@blogger.com