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 OUR JOURNEY THROUGH CHRIS AND KAYLA'S PREMATURE BIRTH, CHRONIC ILLNESSES, DISABILITIES, & ACCEPTANCE 

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Introduction

Hello! Thank you so much for visiting my site, Our Precious Charms! My name is Shelly Jimenez.  My husband Sal and I are the parents of twins, Chris & Kayla.  Our twins are twenty-seven years old, and our journey is a different one.  Chris and Kayla were born premature when I was six months pregnant.  Due to their preterm birth, they both have lifelong disabilities.  Our son has been very ill since birth and requires 24/7 care.  He has severe lung disease, which is now terminal.  He has cerebral palsy, is blind, is tube fed, and has brain damage.  Our daughter is high functioning, but her disabilities do affect her life.  She has cerebral palsy, learning disabilities, two eye diseases, & Asperger's syndrome.  My husband works full-time, and I am home 24/7 with the kids.  Since our son is terminal, we do not leave the house much due to the high risk of him exposed to germs.  He was in the ICU twice recently and came close to dying from pneumonia.  
When our babies were born there was not much information available for parents of preemies.   What is even worse is there is truly nothing out there for those living this life of premature adult children and the daily health and mental challenges that these children and families face as they grow into adulthood.    I hope to show others how families like mine deal with the lifelong illnesses and disabilities of premature births. I got into the art of jewelry making as a small hobby to help me “take a break” from caregiving.    I enjoy making pieces for everyone to enjoy, and I love to share these with my family, friends, and customers.  I believe my kids had so much to do with me venturing into the art of making jewelry.  Our daughter is a natural-born watercolor artist.  She has her masterpieces displayed all over the USA and has had so many beautiful experiences.  While our son is resting, I take the time to focus on my jewelry as a way to escape for a bit.  Worry and stress can eat away at you, and since I do not leave our home much, I can put my music on, sit back, and create beautiful works of art.  

12/23/2022 Abc7 News TV Interview

12/23/2022 abc7 news interview

https://abc7news.com/san-jose-winter-wonderland-house-holiday-display-honoring-son-sj-willow-glen-christmas/12608873/

https://abc7news.com/pumpkin-farmer-place-clowns-halloween-display/12301854/

TV INTERVIEWS

KCBS RADIO INTERVIEW 10/24/2022

TV Interview NBC Bay Area 10/23/2022

TV Interview NBC Bay Area 10/23/2022

https://www.audacy.com/kcbsradio/news/local/san-jose-mom-builds-grand-halloween-display-for-ill-son?json?utm_campaign=sharebutton&utm_medium=email&utm_source=www.audacy.com%2Fkcbsradio&utm_term=KCBSAM

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TV Interview NBC Bay Area 10/23/2022

TV Interview NBC Bay Area 10/23/2022

TV Interview NBC Bay Area 10/23/2022

https://www.nbcbayarea.com/news/local/san-jose-family-halloween-display/3038510/?_osource=db_npd_nbc_kntv_eml_shr

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HALLOWEEN INTERVIEW 10/06/2022

TV Interview NBC Bay Area 10/23/2022

HALLOWEEN INTERVIEW 10/06/2022

https://abc7news.com/pumpkin-farmer-place-clowns-halloween-display/12301854/


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TV Interview October 2021

KTVU TV Interview 10/17/2019

HALLOWEEN INTERVIEW 10/06/2022

https://www.ktvu.com/news/mother-goes-all-out-on-halloween-decorations-for-homebound-son#

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KTVU TV Interview 10/17/2019

KTVU TV Interview 10/17/2019

KTVU TV Interview 10/17/2019

https://www.ktvu.com/video/616243

ABC News Interview

KTVU TV Interview 10/17/2019

KTVU TV Interview 10/17/2019

https://abc7news.com/society/south-bay-mom-creates-elaborate-halloween-display-on-front-lawn-for-terminally-ill-son/5630211/

NBC TV Interview

NBC Bay Area Interview December 2019

NBC Bay Area Interview December 2019

https://www.nbcbayarea.com/on-air/as-seen-on/Bay-Area-Proud_-Willow-Glen-Halloween_Bay-Area-564197202.html

NBC Bay Area Interview December 2019

NBC Bay Area Interview December 2019

NBC Bay Area Interview December 2019

https://www.nbcbayarea.com/news/local/thieves-spoil-christmas-display-for-terminally-ill-sj-man_bay-area/2151652/

KTVU December 2019 Interview

NBC Bay Area Interview December 2019

KTVU December 2019 Interview

https://www.ktvu.com/news/thief-steals-holiday-decorations-for-familys-terminally-ill-son

ABC Interview November 2019

Santa Visits Chris December 2019

KTVU December 2019 Interview

https://abc7news.com/community-events/san-jose-family-with-terminally-ill-son-gets-holiday-decorations-stolen-then-big-surprise/5725003/

Santa Visits Chris December 2019

Santa Visits Chris December 2019

Santa Visits Chris December 2019

https://www.ktvu.com/news/santa-makes-special-visit-after-thieves-steal-holiday-decoration-from-san-jose-family-with-disabled-son

December 8, 2019

Santa Visits Chris December 2019

Santa Visits Chris December 2019

https://www.dbapix.com/Public-Events/2019/12-08-19-Christmas-With-Chris/Video/i-73wtKzG/A

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TREAT OTHERS WITH KINDNESS

Being a parent of two adults, both with special needs, I know firsthand why being made to feel accepted in society is so very important.  Over the years we have had many experiences, unfortunately, that have been very hurtful.  To be made to feel different is something no one should ever have to experience.  Everyone deserves to feel comfortable being who they are, and my heart goes out to those who are made to feel less than.


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