As I navigate my current choppy waters, I received some wonderful news about the possible publication that we learned of back in early November. I am thrilled to announce that it was confirmed that the article that Jackie is included in was accepted by a well respected genetics journal, the American Journal of Medical Genetics (AJMG), and will be published online first and then in print in their next hard copy journal. It is still going through final revisions, but our genetic counselor plans to scan us a copy when it is available.
When you lose your son you feel as though you lose everything that goes along with parenting, including the ability to feel pride in your child’s achievements. It brings me to tears with how proud I am to be Jackie’s Mom right now. He is the most selfless boy who is accomplishing life saving achievements. There is no doubt in my mind that the genetic field with the help of Jackie and other kiddos will save others in the near future. He was brave, he was selfless, and I couldn’t be more proud. He is and will continue to leave his legacy upon this world. Gone but never forgotten.
We love you Jackie!
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