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Wow! What a month this has been. We have been a very, very busy family.
First and foremost - Without the help of Gary and Kimberly Parker, and Amy Reynolds; I am not sure I would have any sanity left !! Gary is the kids photographer, Kimberly their media advocate, and Amy their web designer. All three wear invisible halos and wings and are my guardian angels whom I didn’t even know were out there watching over us. God Bless them all.
I am Christy, mom of Bridgette and Brad. We have been to London, Los Angeles, and Amersterdam within the last month (along with keeping up with work, sports and high school). Our family did a documentary regarding primordial dwarfism recently. It is being aired in all three of these countries now. We were blessed to go to each country to introduce the documentary and educate the community about their dwarfism. Bri and Brad actually have Osteodysplastics Primordial Dwarfism Type II(MOPD II).
Our family has went through both good and bad times but always together. Bri and Brad are quite social teenagers. This seems to be their strength. I as their mom have tried to help them build on this. Early on they realized their bodies were quite different than everyone else. They have an older sister, Brandi, and two cousins, Chastity and Brittany, all of average size, that made me realize that they needed treated just like any other kid. They always kept me in check with that task. I thank them for helping Bri and Brad achieve but accept even though they were little that it didn’t mean that they got everything handed to them. There are many obstacles in their daily living that they needed to adapt to. Some of these things were and continue to be quite frustrating for them but overall they have accepted their looks and differences and try their best to make the best of things. They both have a great self image. I believe this is the key to success for everyone. I hope that we can share with the world their past, present and future. I hope that this will help many families not just dwarf families to deal with what sometimes seems unbearable.
Welcome to our little primordial world. Please come back often and see what is happening in their lives. I thank you for coming to our site.
everyone had a very Merry Christmas. We all enjoyed it greatly! Brad is half thru his senior year. Bri completed her first semester in college. She worked very hard to complete her class! I am very proud of them both. Brandi their older sister received her degree in Elementary Education and her student teaching. Baili and Abi are growing like weeds! Life at the Jordan home is very busy but very full of happiness! Hope you all had a very Merry Christmas and Happy New Year filled with good health and prosperity! Give thanks to God for what is given everyday!
WOW, this is one of the most beautiful and inspirational sites i’ve ever seen. I have never heard of this before and it was a real eye opener. I watched the documetary loved it. thank you for sharing a little bit of your world. Keep up your wonderful work!
Judith-A mom from Israel
Hi, I just wanted to say how inspiring you two are. I know it can’t always be easy livng life as a little person, but i’m so amazed at how far you two as well as other people with primordial dwarfism have come in your lives. It just goes to show that you can live a happy and productive life. I wish you both luck and lots of happiness in the present and the future.
Bri has started her first semester of college. She is on the cheer squad. The coursework is difficult but she is very dedicated to it. Brad is a senior this year. He is on the golf team. He continues to be on the tumbling competition team.
Both are healthy at this point. Plan to follow up in April 2010 for their vascular and brain issues.
Thanks to everyone for your prayers and comfort. Life is good cherish every moment.
Love,
Christy
Hello!
You are an inspiration to everyone!!!
Hello Everyone,
It has been a long time since I posted, sorry. Life seems to go in fast forward mode:) Brad and Bri were both evaluated in April back in Stanford University in Cali. Their testing was good and will return in one year for another series of tests. Give thanks to God!
Bri just graduated high school last night. She was so excited and partied it up with her family and friends afterward. She will be attending Kaskaskia College with a cheerleading scholarship. Life is full of change for her.
Brad will be a senior in high school. He won 1st place in rod floor event at the AAU State meet. We will be going to Jr. Olympics and USTA Nationals this summer.
Brandi will student teach this fall through McKendree University. She will complete her studies in Elementary Education at the time. Abigail Grace was born March 10th, 2009 and is growing like a weed. She is a very pleasant happy baby. Baili completed her first year of pre K. She will be celebrating her 4th birthday this summer. She loves her “drandma twisty’s” house. (She’s not a little spoiled here you know.
Hope to post more often!
Love and thanks to all,
Christy
I just wanted to take a moment and thank you and your family for sharing your story. Bri and Brad are both beautiful, strong, well adjusted children and anyone would be blessed to know them. My son is average height and facing many of the same teen challenges as Bri and Brad. Both my son and myself find your families strength, courage, and determination inspirational!
Great to hear that the kids are back home and headed to their prom. I look forward to hearing further about how they are doing, they are so inspirational.
Brad and Bri are back home. We have been very busy this week. Prom is coming up and they both have dates!! We are excited.
We will here the final report from their tests soon. I just received a message about a service dog for each of them. I think this would be excellent but dont have a clue how to make it happen. If you have any suggestions let me know.
CJ
I think that you guys are honestly an inspiration to everyone whether they are going through what you are or not. you guys have touched my heart and i really think you for that
Hey , i saw you on t.v and i just wanted to say hi!! I live in O’Fallon,Illinois, so I live really close to you. I go past your house every weekend on my way to my family’s cabin. I think it is really cool how you seem to always to have a posative aditude.You are so inspiring!!!!!! I know you will touch many other people’s hearts. If you ever want to reach me just e-mail me at ravaeblue@yahoo.com
Thanks for listening!!!!!!!
I am watching the special on TLC “the smallest people in the world” right now, and i simply wanted to comment on Bri’s mature and amazing personality. She is just so, so strong! You and your family leave me in a complete state of awe by your humble nature. God bless!
Hello Everyone!
All is well here. Bri is finishing her senior year in high school. She is enjoying cheerleading and will be on the Homecoming Court as the Senior Attendant.
Brad is busy as usual with the basketball team as a manager and tumbling.
They are expecting a new baby niece in a few weeks.
We will be traveling back to California for Brad’s checkup after his brain surgeries this spring. Bri will be reevaluated also. Please keep us in your thoughts and prayers.
Thanks to all of you for everything you have done.
Christy, Brad and Bri
Hello Everyone!
All is well here. Bri is finishing her senior year in high school. She is enjoying cheerleading and will be on the Homecoming Court as the Senior Attendant.
Brad is busy as usual with the basketball team as a manager and tumbling.
They are expecting a new baby niece in a few weeks.
We will be traveling back to California for Brad’s checkup after his brain surgeries this summer. Bri will be reevaluated also. Please keep us in your thoughts and prayers.
Thanks to all of you for everything you have done.
Christy, Brad and Bri
hello there i am 12 yrs old and live in australia yesterday i just ran into a primordial dwarf named leo in wollongong and beacuse i am from sydney i was very surprised that everyone new him. i was then asked my dad and he said “you just ran into a primordial dwarf”. and so as i am with questions i asked him alot then remembering watching a documentary a while before. so i came on the website and i found all these stories and they were all very amazing to read. i relly enjoyed ur website and it encouraged me to read more about it all. and good luck with it all i wish u and ur family the best
Hi my name is Brittany and I thought I should let you Bri, Brad, and Chrissy that you have gave me strength. If it weren’t for you I would be worried about everything. I was always afraid something bad was going to happen. Every night I would think about how lucky i was to have everyone still in my life especially me. But with me watching your show I learned that not all people are lucky to have every one still in their life and all I have done sense I saw u your show is to pray for you. I wish you all a happy life as well as a safe one
I hope ALL is well. We all wish you the best and tell Brigette and Brad I say THEY ROCK MY SOCKS!!!
Hello Everyone,
Thanks for all the inspiring comments. Brad and Bri are doing well. Brad took over the drums in band this year. He is really enjoying himself. He marched in all the parades 1-2 miles and did great. Well except for the sneeze that caused him to get top heavy and fell forward. That drum and hanger is really heavy. Should anyone have a better suggestion please let us know. Bri is a senior. It is her last year as a cheerleader.
We will be returning to California in the next couple months to get our evaluation on the success of Brad’s surgery and Bri’s carotid artery narrowing. Pray for us. We recently found out that not only the brain can be affected with the moyamoya but cardiac, renal and peripheral vessels also. Brad’s friend is having some cardiac problems and we just consulted with a cardiology team at Stanford/Lucille Packard in California. Any medical professionals with experience in this please drop us a note. If anyone would like to give financial support for these expenses donations can be made on this website under how we can help button or to the Potentials Foundation at www.potentialsfoundation.org. Their link is on this site also.
Thank you all for your thoughts, prayers and financial contributions.
i am doing a senior paper on Primordial dwarfism and i really thought i was amazing to hear all the stories and just to listen to them talk about it them selves. they are smart “little” children. i think them having to go through all the doctors appts. they understand it all andit really amazes me how much they know whats going on at such a young age.. thank you for reading me comments..best wishes to all of you. thanks again
Serena
hi yall
I just wat yall to know that you are such a big ispiration to me i am still in high school and have a hard time reaching all of my goals but to know that you all can achiev everything that you put your mind to gives me the strength to achive them. i am doing a project right now for a class at my schol on primordial dwarfism and what the lives are like and if you have any info you could shar with me i would highly thank you.
well thanks yall
Lashaye
Hello, I just wanted to say you have a very informative site which really made me think, Thanks ! A site with a wealth of info.!…thanks very much! Have a nice Day!!
We are doing much better!! Brad started back to gymnastics this week and golf tonight. He is a true champion.
Bri is keeping busy with cheerleading practice! The season starts the week of Thanksgiving. She is involved in child care class at school. She will be helping the preschool and kindergarten classes this year. She even did her first stick with a needle without me for this. She had to have a TB test before entry to help and she did it all on her own no tears or fears!!!! This was a monumental moment for Bri.
We are expecting a new baby in March of next year. They will be aunt and uncle again!!! Brad wants a boy and Bri doesn’t care! We’ll see soon.
Thanks for all the donations everyone has made. It is truly appreciated. I feel the love and support from around the world. It means a lot to all of us.
Love ya,
Christy (mom), Brad and Bri
Your whole family is an inspiration to me.
Hugs to all of you.
Hello everyone,
Brad is doing better and beter each day! We are working on getting ready to go back to school. It doesn’t seem like Bri can be a senior! I want to say thanks to everyone for all the support we have been given. The thoughts, notes, cards, and financial support have been greatly appreciated.
We will be going to Dupont Childrens Hospital in Deleware in September for Genetic and Orthopedic checkups. We expect to return in Dec/Jan to California for Brad and Bri’s recheck. I will keep this site and the caring bridge site updated as needed. Once again thanks for everything!!!
Christy Jordan
Brad is home from California. It was a long month but all is well. He is recovering here. We must return in six months for follow up testing and evaluations. Bri also must return for follow up to evaluate some narrowing in her Carotid Artery also. Keep us in your prayers and thank you kindly for anything and everything you have done to help us.
Love to all,
Christy Jordan
Dear Christy, Bridgette and Brad,
Thank you for being such an inspiration to myself and so many others. I have watched your documentary on the medical channel and each of you touched a place in my heart! Always remember, each of us are created by the Lord and He has a special purpose in our lives. The three of you are such beautiful people inside and out. What an honor it would be to meet all of you someday. My prayers are going up for Brad as well of all of you. God bless you and thank you for having this site, Pamelia *HUGS*
I JUST WANTED TO TAKE A MOMENT OUT OF OUR CRAZY LIFE TO GIVE YOU A LITTLE UPDATE. BRAD HAS BEEN DIAGNOSED WITH A BRAIN ANEURYSM AND MOYAMOYA (EXTRA VESSELS IN HIS BRAIN). HE WILL BE HAVING THREE SURGERIES THIS MONTH IN CALIFORNIA. WE LIVE IN ILLINOIS BUT THE BEST SURGEON WHO IS VERY DEDICATED TO OUR DWARFISM FAMILY WILL BE PERFORMING HIS SURGERY. WE ARE DEVASTATED AS A FAMILY RIGHT NOW. BRAD IS SOOOO ACTIVE THAT IT IS DRIVING HIM NUTS NOT BEING ABLE TO DO AS HE ALWAYS DOES. FINANCIALLY THIS IS A HUGE COST. TRAVEL AND ACCOMADATIONS FOR A MONTH AWAY FROM HOME IS UNBELIEVABLE. BRIDGETTE WILL ALSO BE UNDERGOING SOME ADDITIONAL TESTING WHILE IN CALIFORNIA. SHE DOES NOT HAVE THE ANEURYSM BUT SOME NARROWING IN HER BRAIN CIRCULATION THAT MUST BE EVALUATED. IF YOU WOULD LIKE TO HELP YOU CAN DONATE TO BRADLEY THERE IS AN ACCOUNT SET UP AT US BANK AND DEPOSITS CAN BE MADE AT ANY BRANCH IN THE US. THE ACCOUNT IS THE “BRADLEY JORDAN FUND” THERE IS ALSO A LINK ON OUR WEBSITE HERE TO DONATE. PLEASE KEEP US IN YOUR PRAYERS AND THROUGH GODS HANDS THIS SURGERY AND BRADS RECOVERY WILL BE SUCCESSFUL.
CHRISTY
You are both such an insperation to everyone
I am going to start my first acrobatics and tumbling lesson next Monday so yay for me, I’ll hope I’ll be as good as Brad 
If youguys have MSN add me: jackpol96@hotmail.com
Bye xoxo
Hello, this is Matilde, im from Portugal and ive just watched a doc about Primordial Dwarfism,in which you were in.
I must say, i was overwhelmed with your strength, your desire to live life fully, your smile and your kind heart. its people like you that inspire people like me to enjoy life, to always search for “the bright side of life” ahah
well, i just hope you keep embracing the world with your little arms and a big smile on your face!
Love, Matilde
Hi you guys,
I saw your documentary today as I sat with my laboring patient. I am a nurse in a labor/delivery unit in Florida. We were all fascinated with your story (actually with all the stories). Thank you so much for sharing your story with others.
I rly think that all primordial Dwrafs are a inspiration for everyone.If i was you I have no idea what I would do. You inspierd me to become sumthig to help figure out what is causeing this and y.U’ll always remember me because of the spellin of mii name K-r-y-s-t-e-n-a (itz christina) if u have AIM im me sum time it is Angel915babe
I hope all is well. You guys are awesome!
Thanks for giving us hope! My daughter (who is little) always says, Great things come in small packages.
This night I saw the inspiration documentary about your life on tv.You are all such beautiful people with the biggest heart on the world.You should all be proud .Take care,and remember that only little things in life makes you real happy.This night you make me so happy and you fill my heart .
I send you the biggest kiss from little country Serbia in Europe.
O my god i watched you on tv and bradley you are a very cool guy
and bridgget you looked so cute i hope you get a new car so you and bradley can go driving, i realy respect you two and ofcourse your mother 
bridgget well good luck with your model career and bradley whit your coach career i hope i see one time because i realy respect you guys ! 
:D 
and i realy respect you because you are so cool!!!!!!!!
This is cool I have the same name as you Bridgette & it’s spelt the same way. My boyfriend watched ‘The Smallest People in the World last night’ and told me about how interesting the special was. I ahve been looking on the internet to find the show, but had no luck. I did however, see different clips & such about primordial dwarves. I think it’s good because a lot of people are uneducated about the different types of dwarfism. I admire the both of you, Brad and Bridge.
Thanks,
Bridgette
Hello Christy, Bri and Brad,
I am from Tulsa, Oklahoma. I watched the documentry last night on TLC. I thought the show was amazing, Bri and Brad you both are amazing. You truly touched my heart. I had never heard of primordial dwarfism before until I saw the documentry. If everyone in this world was as positive and as happy as you two, the world would be a better place. I wish you all the best of luck!
u guys r sooooo cool i want Hannah 2 be my best friend 4 ever im ten too hannah im smart 2
Bri, Brad, and Christy,
I just saw your special on TLC and just wanted to say how moved I was. The positive attitude you all have been able to maintain is beautiful. God Bless you all and from one Illini to another, Brad if you want to coach Illinois Basketball, GO FOR IT!!!
Jason
hey i luv your show i watch it all the time coz im really touched in the heart lotsa luv call me auntie fee feeXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX
I am not being tight but I dont like it when people make fun of primordial dwarfs because it isnt fair I mean people wouldnt like it if they were laughed at or they were stared at if I were a primordial dwarf id make a stand to all of this I would be confident and say that we should not have to suffer just because we are tiny we should speak up TODAY!!!!!!!!!!!!!
hi! i was one of the students you guys saw today. you guys are wonderful. I definately enjoyed seeing you. (Bri, your shirt was the cutest) You guys completely amaze me. I could never do that flip, Brad.
The farthest I’ve gone is a cartwheel. I’m so glad you are involved in so many things. I play volleyball and basketball. My sister is on the pom-pon squad. (kinda clost to cheerleading) I hope you guys had fun!
with love,
Bailey
you may be small but God uses you in a big way =)
I live in Tennesee
I really enjoyed watching the documentary.
We watched it at our highschool.
your kids really touched my heart as i believe they have touched many others.
keep the optimisim going in yalls life.
Your a really good parent for staying strong through everything.
=)
I was watching the TLC show “The Smallest People…” and found that Bri’s attitude was really inspiring to me. Though I am not a dwarf, I have had some severe health problems growing up. I have arthritis, but depending on the Doctor you talk to it is either Psoriatic or Rheumatoid. I also have a mild form of Scoliosis. I was also diagnosed with a exceedingly rare form of tissue cancer on my foot. Bri’s acceptance of her dwarfism taught me that if I wanted to be happy I had to find it myself rather then look to others so solving it for me. If she can accept and be happy with her physically difficulties, then so can I. I would like to thank her for showing her beautiful spirit to me. She is a hero to me.
we are small too we like small people.
Hi, Jordan and Bri my name is Kristina and I am 11 years old. I saw your show and want to help, I thought I could make you clothes that fit. What do you think
Hey, I’m another one who saw the documentary ‘The World’s Smallest Kids’ a few days ago over here in the UK. I’ve never cried before at a film or television programme but all the kids featured were so amazing that it was overwhelming and I couldn’t help it. You were all so inspirational, and if only more people followed such an approach to life that you all did.
Obviously those affected will know I can’t possibly understand them or their lives. But you’ve touched me and changed me for the better, and I hope you all find your lives touched with as much happiness as possible.
Hey we were watching ur show last night! You guys are were lucky to be on t.v!! We turned to the show and we watched the rest of the show!!! Well when Taylor got asked out we were so excited for her!! We wanted to see what she said but the show was over! But it was fun learning about you guys! Well we gotta go now so see ya later!!!!
Again I just want to say hi, and would like to say again that Brad, Bri, and all of your family are doing great things to help the world realize what’s going on (I said agai because I wasn’t sure if my last comment actually was sent). I was also wondering if Taylor Marcello had a contact that I could send a comment/e-mail to? Thanks for putting up a site that raises awareness about this. I just found out recently and it changed my views on the world.
-Ryan
Ryan
loved the show
Hi im from Aviston Illinois. I am a sophmore now but I was just saying hi to Bradley because when I was in the fifth grade Bradley came to our school and spent the day wiht our class. We went to carlyle lake for a field trip and stuff and he showed us his gymnastic tricks. It was something that i will always remeber. I hope he is doing good.!
Kayla Delahunt.
hey, u guys are so cute i am from the uk and i really admire you for havin such a positive view on life.U r all so inspiring n if i was to ever meet u guys i would be honoured plz reply XXXXX
Hi wow
I’m doing a report on Primordial Dwarfism and I wish I would have found your site sooner
It’s so informational
Thanks
hiya i really feel for you and your childern im only 14 and i feel really bad for them but no matter what they have still got on and did their best whatever they could do i watch a tv proggramme last night called worlds smallest childen on channel 4 on your children were featured on it
hey,
just dropping a note to let you guys know that ur cool, and me and my girls in the U.K have a lot of respect for you. you guys are so special! x x charlotte
hi brad me and brianna miss you so much we will call you this weeked and tell bri we said hi too and we miss here too well bye
love taylor marcello
i am watching you on the discovery health channel right now =) your story is inspiring. i admire your strength, positive outlook, and personality! i hope to see more shows about you so i can see how you are doing and how your lives are going =)
Hey there!
I’m Ryan from Singapore! Just today, the Tyra Banks show featured you guys and my mom and I caught it, and we felt that you guys are really strong!
Albeit the episode aired a little bit (okay, very) late here in Singapore, I felt very inspired by your whole family and EVERYONE that was present!
Before, I never knew anything about primordial dwarves and I’m really glad I’ve learnt something new today
I also saw the docie about you guys in South Africa. (But please dont ask me on what channel!). As I was watching this I felt very angry at all the people staring at you guys. Myself have got Tourettes and knows how it feels to get the stares.
But that been said nice website. And does Brad do gymnastics?
Enjoy and heck kick the hell out of life!
Recato
Hi Guys,
Just saw a documentary on one of our TV channels here in South Africa. Your family is very inspirational. We always seem to think our challenges are great until we are humbled. Good luck to all you all and you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Neil Slater - for the Slater family in South Africa
Thinking of you all… Lots of love from Australia.
Hey Bradley, I had no idea you would be my most famous Trumpet player. I am looking for that other horn, but no luck so far. Take the good one home tomorrow if I don’t locate the other. See you tomorrow.
Hi Christy, Bri and Brad:
I watched your special on the Discovery Channel and found it very interesting. I never knew about this before and just want you to know that you are very adorable and Christy is one heck of a mom. I just wanted to wish you all a very healthy happy life and may God Bless you all. I hope to see other specials about you in the future.
God Bless!!
Missi Dassow, Michigan
Hey Brad and Bri!!I’m a 13yr old girl from Canada and I thought I was small when I was a baby(2lbs lloz) but anyway I think you guyz are so cool and Brad man I wish I could Tumble like you can yeesh!! K nice to tlk to you!! lol
Hi
I am from kenya,a country in Africa and i got to know about your children through the tyra news letter.I was so intrigued that i immediately started finding out more about primordial dwarfism and that was how i got to know about your little one’s website.
My heart goes out to you,Bridgette and Brad due to all you have to face every day but at the same time,all this will just make you stronger than you can ever imagine.
Keep up the good work,i would have never known that a condition like this even existed if it weren’t for your courage to go out there and talk about it.Say hi to Brid and Brad.We(me and my friends)love them and support them.
Hey there! A documentary on MOPD II was shown on Belgian TV tonight, my eyes were glued to the television. There are no words that can describe what I feel after having seen how you guys live your lives. Your positive thinking and happy vibes have inspired me and i will never forget about you! Thank you for letting us get a glimpse of your lives… Greetings from Belgium x
Hi! I’m from the Philippines. I am 16 years old. I watched the Tyra Show last Monday. I was amazed with all the accomplishments of your children. You are lucky to have them and they are lucky to have you as their mother. Sometimes, I feel life is to hard for me. But when I saw your children I was inspired. They can do anything!
Take Care!!
God bless!!
Do you have to travel to go to the doctor?
Bri,
sorry this is about 3 months too late but I have had experiences with little kids getting in my room. A way to keep them out is to always stay by them or put your important stuff in a baggie somewhere where you can reach, but the baby cant seem to get up there. Bri, you have also inspired me so much!
Wow where has summer went. We have had a quite busy summer. Brad and Bri enjoyed the LPA conference in Seattle. Brad is on the countdown for his summer camp with LP’s. Bri is sick so it has been a long week and makes a mom nervous about leaving her while I take Brad to camp. Hopefully, by Monday she will feel better. The new documentary on National Geographics is airing now. I hear it is good. Unfortunately, I missed the first air date. Thanks for all the kind words and support everyone has given us. It is much appreciated.
Christy
Hi i’m Bianca i’m 15 years old and live in illinios. two nights ago i was up late and anxious to watch my favorite t.v show that i previously recorded. but when i turned the t.v on. the discovery health channel appeared. I thought that it was going to be one of my dad’s stupid, boring health shows. but before i changed the channel, on came a little girl named Bri. when i read down below i saw that Bri was 16 and only 2′3 and 16 lbs. i immediately sat down and my eyes were glued to the t.v. i couldnt help but feel sorry for this girl. but as i watched more i saw that she was brave, couragous, and strong. She did anything that any other 16 year old girl would do, like deal with PMS, school, friends, and life in general. Bri instantly came an inspiration to me. She deals with life better than anybody i know. she lives it well and happy. When she told the host that she wanted to have kids one day i burst into tears. i thought wow this girl can do anything she sets her mind to. and no one is going to stop her. Knowing that there still are people in this world who fight for want they want in a good way. and deal with the consequences makes me want to make a difference, and live life freely. Thank you for your kids being such a great inspiration.
Last night I watched a Discovery Health show “The Smallest People in the World”. I was amazed at how these children actually handle themselves when it comes to the outside world. Bridgette and Brad and the others should be commended for putting up those who don’t know any better.
It really upset me when they talked about being normal. They have to come to realize in Gods eye they are normal. He would have never put them on the face of this earth if he did not think they could handle themselves.
Who is anyone to say these children are not normal? Who are we to judge anyone when we ourselves have quirks that are not normal?
All children, no matter what they may have different from each other are normal.
I just think these children are GREAT!
Hello to All,
I recently watched the documentary on primordial dwarfism on TLC, and I must say how inspiring it was to see such strength and such love. Thank you for allowing the average public viewer like myself a glimpse into your lives, to hear your message, and to experience your struggles and your strengths. I am sure it was no easy task to decide to allow strangers into your personal lives… so I for one would like to thank you for allowing me to “meet you” in this way. It truly made me stop and think about how resilient we all are and how our instincts as parents and as human beings truly outweigh and conquer the nay-sayers of our everyday lives. You are all such strong souls, as we ALL should aspire to be, regardless of our hardships. Thank you for reminding me of this truth, as I often forget it myself.
God Bless you all, and I truly wish you all the very best! Especially Brad and Bri… you both brought a smile to my face on a day when I was feeling especially bad about myself and was lacking the strength to face the day. Much love to you both…
Love Always,
Christine
Thanks so much christy for replying. I hope bri and brad and well and healthy!
Lots of love claudette x
Dear Christy, Bridgette and Bradley,
I loved it, I’m glad I saw the show.. I called all my friends to say that they should watch it too and I got great comments from them, they all thought you were very inspiring!
I just saw you on tv, the talkshow you did in Holland (Jensen) and I just wanted to say that all three of you are the greatest people I’ve ever seen and the most positive… That is so fantastic! You can make people feel so good
Just wanted to tell you that! Lots of love from Holland!!
Hi! i’m watching the show you were on, Jensen (right now) because I live in holland, and I looked it op on internet to get a little more information, and I came uppon this site, and I thought well I will just leave a message.
I think it’s great that they are on a cheering squad, and if they want a penpal or something I think that would be great!
Love the show.
sarah
hallo, groetjes uit holland!
Hello, greetings from holland!
we hebben de show van Tyra gezien in Nederland. leuke show!
whe’ve seen the show Tyra on television in the Netherlands, great show!
jullie zijn beroemd hier!
you’r famous here!
love you, greeeetz Wieteke and Sharon
Good Afternoon,
Sorry it has been a while since we have written. We just got back from Brad’s National Tumbling Meet in Daytona Florida. He did great we are so proud. Answer to a few question:
Gary Parkers pictures should be on very soon. The proofs are picked through and they are choosing which to use for the site.
Yes Brad and Bri do use a car seat most of the time. Legally they probably don’t have to. However, it does help in seeing out the windows.
I would love to come to Scotland and share our story. All we need is the invite from a station.
Brad and Bri will write soon hopefully before we go to the LPA Conference.
Thanks to all,
Christy
Bri and Brad,
You two are amazing! It’s incredible that you are able to overcome the obstacles that you face because of your small stature. And you both seem so very upbeat about life; that is inspiring. So many people complain all the time about little things that bother them, but you two (and all the other people in the documentary I watched) are so positive about life! It’s uplifting. I hope you are doing well, and thank you so much for sharing your stories with the world.
Heather
Hello again! I just wanted to say, you need to come over to scotland!!!! lol…that was mainly it…..and i hope your dad buys you a mobile phone! (Cell phone) What one would you like?
lots of love x
when will the gary parker pics be on the website?
christy,bri and brad,
you guys are so inspirational!! i was jsut wondering this but you dont have to feel obliged to answer it do bri and brad have to sit in a carseat in the car because of there size or not? i was just wondering so you don’t have to answer but i would like if you did. Bri, your so cool i wish i could be like you in so many ways and Brad your awesome i wish i could meet you sometime!! Stay strong!!!!!
~erica
heyy u guys,
i saw u on tyra’s show
brad…..awesome dancer…..the party necklace!!!! lol future tiger woods!!
bri…great cheerleader…..
u guys r so CUTE!!
how was yourr dance?
hope y’all had funn!!
bye!!
sara
Hi guys, How is summer going? I miss both of you so much. I miss seeing your smiling faces every morning and getting that much needed hugs that I get everyday from both of you.
My surgery went fine. I feel great most of the time, a few stomach problems but nothing to worry about.
Someone has a birthday coming up in a few days. I will try and stop by one day next week to drop off your present. HAPPY BIRTHDAY!!!!!!!!!!!!
Miss ya,
Ms. Raquel
Hey Christy! I just saw your site. I used to work for Rae Ann for years. I was researching to start a tramp/tumbling at my new gym, Midwest Twisters in O’Fallon and was so excited to see Bri and Brad. I watch The Smallest People in the World every time it comes on, I think I’ve watched it about 10 times. I don’t really want anything, just wanted to say hi and I hope everything is ok. I’m sure I’ll see you around.
Tracy
hi, its karlee.
im not sure if you remember me but i was at the lpa,
im going again this year with kenadie and my aunt melanie hope to see you soon! bye
Finally I have found you!
I just HAVE to tell you all,that I just loved bri and bradley on the Jensen show in Holland.I think they are very special beautiful people and I hope everything will go fine with all of you with health etc.I was watching the show,and felt a bit down,but I cheered up because of bree’s smile!They are absolute angels and I wish you lot the best and all the love you need,and Bradley,that was amazing what you did that trick WOW!!! You’re the best! If you ever come to Holland again,you’re welcome to stay at our place :),my son (7 years) wants you to teach him!!!Bye bye!!, Iris.
Hey Christy, Bri and Brad! I know you’ve heard this before, but it’s true, You guys are really inspirational! Christy you had mentioned a while back that you did another documentary for TLC (was it?)…when will that air? Also, I was wondering how Jenna’s surgery went? I hope all is well with her and everyone in the PD family. Hey, so Bri, did you hear of, or ever get to meet the Indian boy (from Nepal) who is 15 years old and 20 inches tall? I wonder if he has the same kind of PD you guys have. Wouldnt it be so cool to meet him? He’s actually shorter than you! Bet you you havent met anyone like that that can walk and talk! He’d be a great dance partner for you! So hey, Brad and Bri, how’d that dance go that Tyra talked about? Hope you guys had a blast! By the way, did you (Christy or you guys) know that someone has a clip of that Tyra show up on YouTube? I wasnt sure how “legal” it is to advertise it here so I wont, but I can show you where it is if you want to see it. Let me know. Anyway, hope you guys are doing well and have a great rest of the Memorial Day Weekend! Eat some burgers for me!
Hey there guys! How are you? Me I am not to bad! I guess you are wondering who I am! Well my name is Kisha Delaney and I am doing a project on Dwarfism! And I wanted to let you guys know that the information on your site has been helpful! Thanks alot
Sincerly: Kisha Delaney
Bri and Brad,
You guys are so awsome!!! You don’t know me but you guys need to stay storng.!! Don’t let anybody bother you for you size!!!!! Stay Stong bri and brad!!!!!!!!!!
love,
Heather
Hey Bri and Brad
it is me mary and i was just wanting to tell you that i watched you on the internet and i just wanted to say that i am glad that yous go to our school and that i got the chance to see yous whenever i want and that we get to go to school together and cheer together. it is really fun being with you guys and doing all the stuff that we get to dotogether. if i didnt know yous and had never met yous that i would definately want to.
*~~* SO I LOVE YOU GUYS!!!!!*~~*
YOUR FRIEND FOREVER
*~~~*MARY*~~~*
Hey i seen where you wanted to know if they could lower airfare for a day and i think that is funny……if they do see if they can lower gas also…….LOL……anyways ive been watching for airfare also to go to florida for nationals……i have been on southwest.com and i downloaded this thing called DING on their site and anytime they are running a special it pops up;………..really handy….you wont believe the deals out there………HOPE THIS HELPS………you just type in the place you are watching for flights……you can list 10 airports………..
great job at nationals……..we were there last weekend also….we placed but barely……this weekend at the aau state my daughter got 2nd at tumbling and 1st on trampoline………keep up the good work guys and im sure you will master the new rules…….i havent heard of much you guys cant master…………
Rhonda
Bri and Brad:
You didnn’t think your Aunt Jane would be able to figure this out did you?? I am so proud of you both–you are such a good role model for all of us. Your smiles are a treasure. You need to get your mom to bring me the Tyra tape. Bri, I left some clothes at Meme’s that Stacey sent down. You might want to look at them before Bali and Lexi does. Also, be sure and plant some corn with your tomatoes as Aunt Jane like fresh corn on the cob with the tomatoes. Be sure and do your homework and remember to READ everynight before you to to bed. Practice makes perfect!
Love
Aunt Jane
Hi everyone,
It has been a good week. Brad competed this weekend at his USTA IL State meet. He did well. Some trouble with his double mini pass for the rules have changed midseason for him. Brad as usual is trying his best to overcome this obstacle. Bri and Brad had a wonderful photo shoot with the Parker’s and new photo’s are coming soon. We are planning our trip to the LPA National Convention. Can someone lower airfare for a day? (haha) Our dog is really sick so it has been a rough few days for all of us with that. The kids dad Scott took her to the vet today for us for we all were at school and work. She has to go back and be admitted to the doggie hospital tomorrow if things aren’t better. Chas kept all four babies 3 and under today for the first time. She tried to get Bri to skip school and help her. Bri knew that was not going to be an easy day and chose school. Bri is at church and Brad now at cheer and tumbling so I better catch up on mom’s job thats never done.
Thanks for all the supporting messages we have received. It is so touching how caring people are.
Please remember our friend Jenna Tillman. She was on the Tyra show with us and will have brain surgery next week. Keep her in your prayers.
Tx to all,
Christy
Hey Bri, Brad,And Christy I have been thinking alot about u guys. You seem bery busy. That is good. i am glad you sent me the website i enjoy it. I will check here often to see updates. Love u all,
Kenea and Matt.
Christy & Bri & Brad
What great shows!! Brad - Josh still wants you to come up for a week this summer! Wouldn’t that be fun with Josh and Bo!!
Bri- Rachel wants you to watch her play ball!
Christy- Don’t you look great!! No one could be prouder to be your cousin!
Love you all
Suz, Josh & Rach
wow! you all are just incredible..i am originally from american samoa and now i am studying at the university of hawaii at hilo…watched this documentary featuring your family and i was amazed!! i absolutely love the kindness and spirit that you children possess!! bridgette..you honestly have the most beautiful heart and an even more beautiful smile!! and brad…you are just awesome!!! mom, you did a great job in raising these wonderful kids!! keep up the good work and much love from the islands!!
if you guys are ever in hawaii, i would absolutely love to meet all of you!!! i will take you on a tour of the islands and even teach you guys how to surf!!
aloha from hawaii!!
-Ema
Hey Bri and Brad,
I have admired u guys since that first time i saw you on TLC. It has been my my dream to meet you guys. But i am going to go to college when i graduate to study more on primorial dwarfs…by the way i’m 17. So i just though i would leave you guys a message.
Thanks,
Danielle
Hello world!!
It is so great to have the kind hearted comments of encouragement for our family. The Tyra show was great. We did miss it in our area due to the unfortunate events at Virginia Tech. My heart goes out to the families of everyone involved. My daughter, Brandi, is also a college student. She attends a smaller private university and until this she also felt safe at school. This horrible event really made the students think about what would their campus do if something like this should happen there. I like most parents am an Alumini of her University and was thrilled that she followed the tradition. I cannot begin to imagine the grief and sadness on the campus. To all the families: We are sorry for your loss and you will be in our thoughts and prayers.
I would like to say we had a great weekend here. Gary and Kimberly Parker spent the weekend with us. It was fun packed two days. When Gary says the only rule is that we have fun he means it. The purpose of the visit was for a photo shoot so we can update pictures on the site. However, Brad and Gary, spent a lot of time being “boys”. Whoever came up with the saying “boys will be boys” must have known them. Bri found the way to Gary’s attention by cooking for us Sunday. The utensils may be oversized but with a little help the girl can cook.
Kaleb, Lexi and Baili spent the afternoon with us Saturday too. Gary and Kimberly pointed out how grown up they seemed for their ages. It is amazing how they try to model Brad and Bri at such an early age. Even Lexi, at 9 months doesn’t go for their glasses, Bri’s trach or try to push them around. We hadn’t really noticed but when pointed out from an outsider is was a “wow” moment.
I spoke last evening with a grandma of a newly diagnosed primordial. She has a different class of PD but we still welcome her aboard and can’t wait to see them at convention.
Got to go and do all those things we put off all weekend!
Christy
Hi! kat here from the Philippines..saw you on tyra, while watching you..i have this strange feeling for both of you! i found you sooo cute and i dunno?! can’t explain…but m hoping to be your friend! gtg, mwah mwah!
Saw you on Tyra yesterday! How fun! Brad i loved your necklace and you both looked great after your formal makeover! have fun at your dance!!
~
steffi
Hi! How are you?
Hi Bri, Brad, and Christy. I saw the interview of you all on Dutch TV. You all did such a great job. I would have been so nervous in a situation like that. Did you guys get to meet Mika? That guy has an incredible voice. Hope you all had a great Easter!
-Brad
Hey Bri, Hope you are feeling better. I know you didn’t want to go home. You try so hard not to miss school but sometimes we just have to. You are the only kid i know that loves school. You are inspiration to so many. I love you like you were my very own. You get some rest and you will feel better. Trust me. Luv ya,
Ms. Altom
I saw your show on tlc and it was amazing. Your condition must be difficult to deal with but you are very strong and very brave to show your document to the world.
write back…
~Molly
Hi!
I can’t wait till it gets warm so I can go golfing. It is freezing here. I have had a good spring break and am not ready to go back to school. I bought two jumpropes today and wish we had a jumprope team. We saw a competition team when we were in Michigan. It is cool.
Can’t wait to go to camp!!!!! I really miss Nick! We run up the cell phone bills all the time! (thats what mom says) Dad won’t get Bri and I a cell phone cause he says we call all over the world! I’m going to keep working on him though!!
Better go and practice jumping!
Brad
Bri, I know you are here this weekend but lets keep everyone updated,LOL The tomato plants are taken care of, and its still too early and wet to till up the ground yet. you will have to talk to your mom about how big you can make your garden. The cell phone is still under discussion. also so far it has been a great weekend for us. Bradley had a cheer meet today and did a great job as well as the rest of his squad. congrats to them all. we went shopping too. the golf outlet and walmart. not sure bri cared to much about being with a couple of guys that were drooling over every new product in the golf store,LOL I think she had a good time though. well gotta go. love ya all
Bri and Brad,
Just wanted to say thanks for making a difficult week for me much easier to handle! Thanks for stopping by my room and giving me those sweet smiles and encouraging hugs, and for letting me know you were thinking about me while I was gone to be with my mom while she was having surgery. The two of you are such a blessing and joy every day - and Bri, spending Friday with you was the PERFECT way to end the week, and we were able to get so much accomplished too - you should be so PROUD of the way you worked!! I hope you had a wonderful weekend with your dad, and can’t wait to see you both on Monday!
Ms. Farmer
Hey guys, I missed you on Friday. I was not feeling very well. I just wanted to let you know just how much I love being able to be with both of everyday at school. You two make it not even a job for me but like home. I love you both like you were my own kids. I don’t know what I will do next year when I have to student teach and won’t be with you. Lose my mind—I know Bri I do that all the time anyway but you are what keeps me sane through the day. I luv ya. I will see you on Monday.
My boyfriend and I watched you all on TV. You guys are amazing! I give you (Christy) a ton of respect-and even more so to your amazing children who seem to be better off than most of the people I know. Make sure you all keep your chins held high-you should all be proud of who you are!!
Bri~
Baili Love you to death but ur a busy body!! Bri I would suggest using the baby gate but I’m sure you remember that incident….It locks you out too…..OR IN 
I wish I could be your cheer coach things just don’t always work out as planned! Oh well I love ya anyway!
Oh lordy! I don’t know about tradin Baili for Lexi! I am pretty satisfied with Lexi
Love Always!
Chas
Hi Christy, Brad, and Bri. I saw the TLC documentary and was touched by your positive outlook on life. You are all very inspiring! I wish you guys the best in gymnastics. - Brad
Dad - I still need a new phone mine is a piece of junk! About the garden did you order the tomato plants?????? We need to till it up too and make it bigger…..
Chastity - Michigan was fun I want their team to teach our cheerleaders to dance…I miss you coaching and hanging out….Tell Lexi and Kaleb hi I heard their sick:(
World- Ready for school to be over!!!!!!!! We went to a baseball game today with our friends and our team WON!!!! Go Hawks!!!! Anyone have any ideas of how to keep Baili OUT of my ROOM????? I love her but she is a pain my makeup and hair stuff is always missing!!! She also stole Bradley’s school planner this week. TERRIBLE TWO’S are coming up.
I KNOW CHAS CAN WE TRADE BAILI FOR LEXI??? Please…..
Love,
Bri
hi brad and bri. i was just wondering if you are going to the state meet in edwardsville. do you guys do the nationals. its in florida this year. we are making a vacation outta it….i cant wait. thanks Josie
Good Afternoon!
We arrived safely home from Michigan. We had our visit with Dr. Reidy our dental specialist. Checkups for both Bri and Brad went well. Bri had some adjustments to her bottom dentures made and Brad’s were great. Denture care and oral and gum care were perfect!! Good job Brad and Bri! We will be returning next month for a visit with our oral surgeon for formal implant evals on both kids. How exciting. Unfortunately we did not get to visit with the Riley family for they had the “flu” there. Hope you feel better Cinda. We did see Jessalyn another LP at the dentist. Dr. Reidy was given them his much trusted dental advice to her parents. I am so excited about the emails I have received from parents in other countries whom are walking through life with MOPD II kids alone. I hope to be a great asset for them and look forward to meeting them. Conference in Seattle will be great. Hats off to Little People of America for sponsoring and organizing this great annual event. Brad and Bri also attended a college gymnastic competition between Michigan State and North Carolina. Our friends daughter competed for NC and did an outstanding job. Congrats RACHEL Brad was very inspired by you hard work and achievements. Brad and Bri spent last evening with their great friend Kenzi. They were so tired from the trip but we still wanted to do supper with them. The support of our community and friends is unbelievable.
Hi Bri & Brad! Did you have fun in Michigan? Hope so….Brad you will have to come over and play with Tito!(puppy) Well have a good rest of the weekend. Love you both LOTS XOXOX Chas
Emily,
Thanks for your input. As you can see yes their Dad does live in our area. They are an important part in his life also. We together will always be their parents and Bri and Brad’s needs must always come first. Thanks again for your compliments and concerns.
Christy
hey Bri and Brad, Thanks for spending the last 2 weekends with me. I cherish the time we have together. well guys spring is finally here its time to start thinking about what we are going to put in our garden this year. I really love your website.
love ya
Dad
Hello Christy….First I want to start out by saying I have seen Bri and Brad alot in the Salem parade….They are so talented….I also watched to documentary on TLC and have decided they are such awesome young adults….but I was wondering something…..Where is their father? Is he in their lives? I hope I am not getting to personal….. but not much is ever said about him.. I really hope to hear from you soon and can’t wait to learn more about them.
Thanks,
Emily
Hello Bridgette and Brad,
We see you guys at Tumbling Meets all the time. My daughter tumbles with Hillsboro triple aaa. she is 9 and a sub-novice. she loves watching you guys. we watched you on tv one nite and she thought is was great seeing famous people on tv that we see at tumbling meets. You guys give my daughter the courage to try new things. she sees Brad out there tumbling when he is little and says that he overcomes his fears so i can too. she loves watching you guys and you guys are the bomb at tumbling and on the trampoline……..keep up the great job and you will be champions……..maybe one day she will come tell you hi. our next meet is in effingham in april. we just had one in effingham this last weekend…………………Stay strong and brave and keep doing what you are doing………….
Jenna,
Thank you kindly. I am glad that you enjoyed the program. Bri and
Brad seem to inspire everyone they meet.
Christy
sorry I wrote jordan instead of bradley
sorry for that
kisses
dear christy,bri and jordan
I saw the inspiring documentary on Jensen a few weeks ago
You are all such inspriring people
I never knew anything about primordial dwarfism, and I really enjoyed the show. I want to wish you all the luck in the world
keep up the positive thinking
lots of kisses and hugs jenna
Hi,
Just got your message - Thank you !!
I watched your interview on the dutch show. I thought the guy was alittle careless in his comments. I think its great that you have done the shows though to get that awareness out there. I watched Bridgette & Brad last year and at that time i didn’t have any contact with anyone with a child with M.O.P.D now i have contact with mostly all the mums now. I make it our mission to be at the meeting in June 2007 it will be great for tyler is meet other children with same big hearts as he does.
Nicola (Tylers Mum)
Please stay in contact
We would really love to get to know you all
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