LilBitOPixie

Here we go again. Formally FloridaGal. Christian, Wife, Mom, Sister, plus so much more. Saved but not perfect. Hubby reads and sometimes replies. No DMs

[LilBitOPixie @bit_pixie]

My boys were fighting over the Hotwheels spaceman Tesla today. It is now “docked” atop the fridge. 😂

[Elon Musk @elonmusk]

The car that used to be in my garage is currently in an Earth-Mars elliptical orbit and will be there for at least 10 million years

[LilBitOPixie @bit_pixie]

I am so thankful I’ll never understand their actions.

[Andrew Daub @TheResoluteLife]

@McJuggerNuggets Actually, I don’t understand…

And neither does Iron Will.

[LilBitOPixie @bit_pixie]

You and your wife will pay the price for your selfishness. I don’t know of any action more disgusting as your choices.

[Jesse Ridgway @McJuggerNuggets]

This week, my wife and I made the very difficult decision to terminate the pregnancy due to Trisomy 21.

The choice was not made lightly. We really appreciate all of the personal stories that you guys shared with us, especially the unconditional support we received from fans with no matter what we decided.

I know some of you may be very disappointed to hear this news. We are devastated. This has been extremely traumatic for both of us, especially Ashley.

She underwent the procedure earlier this week and is on the mend. Thankfully, everything went smoothly, but emotionally we are drained.

Trisomy 21, also known as Down Syndrome, is caused by an extra chromosome. It is caused by an error in cell division, like a glitch. The odds of a baby having it is 1 in 1000.

When I first confronted this news, I was shocked but optimistic. If they’re a little slow intellectually, then we’ll make it work. I signed on to be a parent, come what may…but I just didn’t fully understand what Down Syndrome entailed.

Once we made it public, it became clear that MOST people don’t know what Down Syndrome entails (and no, it’s not the same as Autism):

50% of babies with DS have heart defects. 75% will have hearing challenges. Over 50% will have vision problems. Impaired immune function, developmental disabilities, learning disabilities, delayed physical development, poor muscle tone, structural issues with face, decreased lifespan, etc…Sadly, the list is long, feel free to look it up…Down Syndome isn’t a “blessing”, it is objectively shitty from a health perspective.

I didn’t realize just how rough it is for the child, let alone the family…more often than not, they would be fully dependent on others for the rest of their life.

The miscarriage risk is also close to 50%, which made matters worse…they may never see the light of day and it puts Ashley further at risk.

We spoke with doctors, friends, family and genetic counselors and learned that up to 90% of women terminate their pregnancy after learning the baby has Trisomy 21.

This was WAY higher than I expected, I thought it would be lower given that I hear so many say they kept or would keep the baby. I believe that’s because most terminations happen privately, it feels shameful. A lot of judgment being cast.

You never think you’d be in this type of situation until it happens to you and then things change.

To all of my fans who have weighed in on this topic who have Autism, Down Syndrome or any other conditions…we appreciate you. You matter a lot and we’re glad you’re here. I commend you and your families for having the strength and courage to push forward.

As for us, we made a difficult decision that we believe in the long-run will be beneficial for our family. Thankfully, we had a choice.

It will take a little time to move on, but we are excited to try again in the future and hopefully have a better outcome.

Love you guys & thank you for understanding. ❤️

[LilBitOPixie @bit_pixie]

Age discrimination, plain and simple. Older people, those often challenged by online/curbside apps, and often have mobility difficulties are true majority being affluent this policy. And they are on fixed income and need the savings! @McDonalds I hope you get sued. Greed

[King Arthur Fan @brandilwells]

McDonald’s is now charging a $1 convenience fee for using the drive-thru. 🤦‍♀️🍔

[LilBitOPixie @bit_pixie]

They do need to contribute, be it rent or doing house work/maintenance. No mooching.

[Kristina Bolten @Kristinartz]

Should Adult Children pay rent if they live at home with their parents
🤔🤔

[LilBitOPixie @bit_pixie]

The plan is to increase FL sales tax to 10-12%. This will affect all Floridians. I’ll keep my property taxes, thank you,

[BrokeDad @BrokeDad360]

Property taxes pay for the things people expect to work every day: schools, police, firefighters, roads, snow plows, parks, libraries, water systems, sewers, and emergency services.

If you don’t want to pay property taxes, which of those are you willing to give up?

[LilBitOPixie @bit_pixie]

Move granny out of the way to put the fire out, open the window for ventilation. Baby is fine, water is draining, phone can wait.

[LilBitOPixie @bit_pixie]

Bring it on!!! Here in Central Florida it is so dry!! I’ve washed the vehicles, hung clothes on the line, put sneakers out to dry, made beach plans, etc.. nothing has made it rain! 😂

[Jeff Berardelli @WeatherProf]

Florida will be hoarding rain over the next 2 weeks. Some spots may see over a foot! Here’s a detailed look, city by city, at what the latest European model is predicting. These totals won’t be exact, just a general idea of what to expect. One thing seems certain: some major #drought relief is coming! #florida #tropical #rain #storm #florida

[LilBitOPixie @bit_pixie]

I worked at a private high school.When our students walked they received an empty diploma holder. They had to come to the campus the next week to get their certificate. If they pulled ANY stunts at all, they had to serve 5 full days detention. It worked.

[🎹 Ames™ 🎹 @Real_Ames]

My daughter graduates from High School tomorrow. It is a majority white school in an affluent area, with strict rules for graduation. Thank God for that !

This is ridiculous! 🙄

[LilBitOPixie @bit_pixie]

BBBBBBBBBBBBBB ALL DAY LONG!!
As a lifelong Floridian, we love to head over to the coast for launches!

[Olivia 🇺🇸 @Excellentsalvic]

If you could choose between a front row at a Taylor Swift concert with a meet and greet or a ticket to watch the next Starship launch here in Texas with me, which would you choose?

A) Taylor Swift
B) Starship 🚀

[LilBitOPixie @bit_pixie]

We are ensuring a great education, we are teaching savings and budgeting, we’ve ensured a high credit score and reliable transportation. The tools are theirs to use now. And they are thriving.

[DOQ @doqholliday]

If you're a boomer in your 60s and 70s and you own property and are well off but your children are struggling and can't even buy a home, what the hell are you doin?

Your time is over.

It's their time. Help them.

Be a good parent, do whatever it is you need to do... sell the house if you need to, give them some kickbacks to help buy their first home, etc.

Life is short. Be a good parent and don't squat on stuff that doesn't matter.

Give them their time.

[Randall James @damdutch]

FLORIDA only Please..

What's your choice for Florida's next Governor.

[LilBitOPixie @bit_pixie]

Wouldn’t a third choice be to get a job with benefits? He is 26

[LanaQuest aka RosaSparks @LqLana]

My son just aged out of my health insurance.

Two choices for him.

Pay over $1,400 a month for COBRA

or

Pay over $400 a month on the Health Marketplace, which is actually the least expensive plan there.

Apparently, I'm going to be paying for his cell phone forever to help him out.

The system is not set up to help young adults succeed.

Housing unaffordable. School is unaffordable and Healthcare unaffordable and you have the guy in the White House more concerned about gold for his ballroom and blue paint for the reflecting pool.
#DemsUnited

[LilBitOPixie @bit_pixie]

No…it’s a scam. It’s an excuse to nearly DOUBLE sales tax on ALL.

[Luna Jones🇺🇸 @Luna_Jones79]

Do you support this?

[LilBitOPixie @bit_pixie]

What is the name of the mental illness when you go out just STARVING to be offended?

[🤍 𝕂𝕚𝕥𝕥𝕖𝕟 🤍 @Kittenwaffin]

This woman is ready to come unglued because a White woman told her baby she was beautiful.

Don't go out in public if you can't handle society.

[LilBitOPixie @bit_pixie]

@JoshuaBarzon Yes. They are a soft target,often with several entrances. Our church has minimum of 6 trained men at each service. They are completely concealed and social. No one would know.

[LilBitOPixie @bit_pixie]

Pencil and paper.

[Benonwine @benonwine]

Age yourself with a piece of outdated tech from your youth!

[LilBitOPixie @bit_pixie]

@NoFilterSkin Yes!

[LilBitOPixie @bit_pixie]

My mom died in 2019. Just as she turned 90. I know she is rejoicing with her Savior and my dad. I’m selfish to want them back, but I miss them dearly.

[Crystal Crystal Crystal @LokiCupz]

@bit_pixie @ineedanothernap You made me cry. My mom died 1990. I didn't cry yesterday because my son came over, its was sunny and I gardened. Today it is raining and I'm stuck inside doing laundry 🙃

[LilBitOPixie @bit_pixie]

This criticizing probably think they should have tablets instead!

[Errores gramaticales @ErrorGramatica]

Una maestra de jardín de infantes enfrenta críticas después de llevar a sus estudiantes jóvenes a una excursión escolar y atarlos con una cuerda para evitar que se perdieran.