hello tyra
am robita ,am 25 , i like your show very mush and you help me to know more about our life thank you very much

hi tyra i'm andrelle and i'm 16 years old i love you and your show and i'm not just saying that i want to let you know that you are my role model and my Inspiration

your#000,000,000,000,000,001 fan in the world!!

I just have to say, I can't BELIVE the comments by Mel!!!

I too live in BC...not far from where the family has been taking the twins for medical care. But unlike you, Mel, I'm proud to say I'm living here, paying my taxes, which in turn is helping this family out.

You, being from BC, should know how expensive this province is!!! There is a HUGE number of singles/families struggling out there, and have no where else to turn but social assitance!!! This is no reason to say that the babies don't have the care they deserve! If you've been following the story at all in the news, you'd realize how loving and supportive her family, her community, and her ENTIRE province is towards her! For example...the huge community baby shower her town put on for her!

How can you even mention about the surgery costs??? Of course she wouldn't be paying for it! Honestly...how many people would be able to afford that? Would you? My guess is no. One of the great advantages of Canada's health care system is exactely this reason!

My daughter got really sick when she was less than two years old, and spent 5 days in hospital. Had it not been for great medicare, we wouldn't have been able to afford treatment costs...and my husband has a decent job. Whatever social status someone holds has ZILCH to do with it!

Grow up, and have a heart!

Mel,

Your selfishness is a absolute turnoff.I say that the Simms Twins are innocent and sweet angels in disguise. Their mother is extremely courageous to carry them all the way, especially when they are joined at the head. If you think spending money on people like them is a waste of money, think again. A pedophiliac sex offender is a hundred times worse than conjoined twins. Do you want to know why? They not only hurt the kids, they also hurt the community they live in, so I suggest you back off and NOT criticize Tatiana and Krista Simms EVER, EVER AGAIN.

Tatiana and Krista are strong souls. I believe the girls can handle WHATEVER life throw them. Whatever they encounter growing up, they will triumph over the obstacles of life. I really do.

Hello Tyra,

I've been watching your show for sometime now and I find it to be encouraging not only to the young women but also to the older crowd. I think that when women go through menopause they feel as if life is over for them but you always seem to have a way of letting one know that it's not about the beauty on the outside but the inside! Also you're a person who encourages people by reassuring them that what ever they put their minds to they can accomplish that goal. My husband and I have a community center in our area and it has been in existence since 1992. We receive a few grants but not enough at times. I was somewhat discouraged when I had worked so diligently on a grant in our county for children to attend our summer camp program and unfortunately we didn't receive the grant. In fact it was the same organizations who received grants last year to receive them again this year. Perhaps you can tell me who I could write or talk to in regards to this matter. These children are located in an area where it is considered as somewhat of a poverty stricken area. I could go on and on but if you could be of some help in some way, I certainly would appreciate it.

Thanks so Much!

I saw the show only this week, seeing Europe is a bit behind. And while I saw that the mother of the three month olds loved her children, I did think her chosen path was selfish one. Because cute 3 month old babies conjoined at the head become teenagers conjoined at the head and then adults conjoined at the head.

Few people here (or on the show) chose to remember the Iranian twins who were similarly conjoined at the head. At age 29 and both holding a academic degree they were so desperate to be two individual people, to have for the first time in their lives some privacy, to be able to finally have the different life and career path each twin wanted, that they chose an experimental and eventually fatal surgical separation procedure over a life of being quite literally stuck together.

I hope I never have to make the choice these women had to make, but if so, it will be another one. As unwilling I would be to choose death over life, I would most certainly not want to be the reason that my children would have to go through a life, which could be as long as 70 years, being together 24/7.

I have always thought that conjoined twins were one of the sweetest of gods blessings. No real explination just whenever I have seen conjoined twins I have just felt that they are so lucky to have somebody so close, physically and emotionaly. I have also considerd what I would do if I have given birth to conjoined twins. One part of me says that god has put them into this physical form for a reason and that they should stay that way, the other part knows how cruel society can view "physical imperfections" and how hard it would be fore them to be viewd like in such ways.

Hey Tyra, Am in Africa, Kenya to be precise and i just want to let you know that i watch your shows even though we get to watch past episodes here in Kenya..........U make me see that am a worthy being and that the problems i have i can actually handle them, n i love u for that.

Hi Tyra,
First & foremost thank you for interesting & informative shows..
I just watched your show with the conjoined twins. I was so sad when the young mother quoted negative and nasty comments about her twins. She is a lovely, loving mother and should be supported in any decision she makes regarding her daughters. We all face challenges but hers is a great one...Please let her know that most people admire what a wonderful & positive mother she seems to be and congratulate her for being an inspiration. Thank you!!!

I watched your show last night because I recorded it on my dvr since I wasn't able to watch on friday when it aired. I am a mother of an autistic child and I thank god every day for giving me the strength and love to care for my child with his specials needs. Yet my son is a high functioning autistic child, watching your show on Conjoined twins touched me so much that I was in tears watching the whole entire show. I praise those two mothers for their positivity on life and their love for their two girls. I honestly don't know what I would do if I was in their situation. I want to thank you for showing the world what love can always overcome. Keep up the great work.

Hi Tyra,

Just want to comment on the past few episodes of your show I have seen. You have chosen subject matters that I never watch because they are always sensationalized on other talk shows in order to create ratings. Things like conjoined twins, obese children, anorexia, teen prostitutes, etc., that are sensitive areas, but the media chooses to make money from them.

I admire your professionalism in handling these subjects. You present them in a way to inform your viewers and not to show how horrifying these people are, as if they belong in a freak show, or deserve attention for selling their bodies. It is nice to finally find a talkshow I can confortably watch and learn from.

Thank you,

Jennifer

HEY! TYRA LOVE YOUR SHOW I TRY TO WATCH IT EVERYDAY IN THE CHI @4:00 IN BETWEEN MY TWO BOYS 9 AND 12 BASKETBALL GAMES OR PRACTICE. I LOVE THE WAY YOU STOOD UP FOR YOURSELF WHEN THEY MADE THAT COMMENT ON YOUR WEIGHT YOU ARE BEAUTIFUL THEY SHOULDN'T BE HATING THEY SHOULD BE CONGRATULATING WELL ANY WAYS KEEP YOUR HEAD UP AND BE STRONG. LOVE YA

Dear Tyra Banks
My name is Damoneik Koonce and I am 11 years old I had wrote to you already,and I thought that you would put it on your show or tell the mothers that where on the show.What I had wrote to you like I said that I love children.I watch all your shows and get on line to write to you Tyra Banks I love your shows.

hi tyra i am 12 years old and live in australia in dubbo.it is a realy small town.i know a lot of twins but never met any conjoined twins befor i think it would be cool to meet some.i think your show is the best.and there is only4 days till my birthday its on the 21 of feb lotsa luv zara mwah x0x0

thanx tyra for being such a good rolmodel. i luv u and again thanx.

Hi Tyra! I'm one of your biggest fans. Truly love you and your show. I saw the Conjoined Twins episode. But I was truly horrified by the way the 2 newborn babies were being dealt with during the show. The Mother of the newborn handed you the babies as if she forgot the babies head’s were joined. She should have handed the babies to you careful and with delicate care. The way those babies were begin handled was really disturbing. It raise’s a lot of questions of the mothers capability of raising them. They are beautiful babies and they seemed in a lot of pain in that moment. So even after the show I was left truly concerned.

Now the two 6year old girls are so adorable and they seemed so happy. I congratulate there mother for keep them so happy and with so much love. What a great mother. Much love to her.

that is so sad i wish i had all the money in the world to help your children and may god bless you with many wishes of your youngs and if they get picked on at school tell them to say"Dont hate me cause i beatiful"

hey tyra. i love watching your show, everyday when i get out of school thats what i look forward too. I can't wait to watch it today!

♥Hi mrs.thang you are such an insperation i'n 11 yrs.old and already your my rollmodel!I just wanted to say I love you so much and I wish the best of you and your wonderful family the best
LUV(♥)ya!

Hey Tyra i really like your show it comes on right when i get out of school i try 2 watch it everyday! i really liked your show on the conjoined twins they were soooooooooooo cute! they had a wonderful family that cares about them and i wish the best 4 them and you should bring them back on 2 see how they are doing! the babies were cute 2 i know life will be hard 4 them but they have a great family that cares about them 2 and i think they are strong enough 2 make it through i hope 2 see them back on the show soon and the 18 year old girls that were seperated when they were young i think they are very beautiful people on the inside &out i know they been throuh a lot in life but the thing is that they will always have each other!.......... i also liked they show that was on today with you and janet jackson that show was great janet seems like a very great person and i want 2 meet both of you one day!i also want 2 be a model like you when i get older, but i don't think my parents can affored it but all dreams come true so i know it will happen 1 day luv ya tyra!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

hi tyra
Im 14 and i want to tell you that you will always be my rollmodel!!
lOv ya!!!=)

hey tyra
im just writing u bcuz ur show about the twins it really tuoched me !! alot yo i was already to cry . i was just like how can you live like this , especially the 3 yearold month babies it really did 4 me it was really inspering seeing how the babies will live the rest of their life . the 6 year old twins they r so cute .
well talk 2 u later
take care luv ya 4ever !!

Hey ,
tyra i heart your show

Hey Tyra! I must say, I love your show and I think you are a great inspiration. The only thing I have been wondering about lately was your hair! Please dye it back! The blonde makes you look so much older!

Love you!

tyra,
first i want to tell you that your shows are the best. i try to watch them everyday but i go to school and work. i always go on your website and read what each show was about. i got to see this show where the twins are conjoined together.i made me think twice about having children bc i know i wouldnt have the patience for it. i wish the all the families best of luck.and may God Bless them every step they take.

Tyra;
I truly enjoy your show and give you great praise for enlightening the viewers of the reality of our world today. I would guess that more than once a television has changed channels or perhaps even been turned off due to a lack of understanding on the behalf of the general public. I am ever hopeful that one day, enough knowledge, compassion and understanding will have spread through the world that ALL people will stay put...not change the channel.
Felicia and her beautiful twin girls were absolutely an inspiration on yesterday's show. I am a single mother of one and raised a lovely 23 year old son, not always an easy task. I still remember the comments, looks & sneers from others while I was working at the most meaningful task of my life. I cannot believe that in this age ANYONE can find themselves worthy of judging ANYONE ELSE for ANY REASON. We all share the same planet, the same air and should by now be able to agree to disagree. Didn't anyone else's Mother teach them that great old motto..."If you have nothing nice to say, Say nothing!"
I am also from Canada and am planning a move to the west coast this fall. I would be honoured to meet Felicia & her girls. Every single Mom could use a friend and maybe I could have the great joy of baby-sitting the girls one day!
Bravo to you Felicia! Don't let the ignorance of other's get you down. Hold on to your strength and beauty and that of your daughter's and all the best!

Mel, you are a ignorant bad, bad person. You are the one who is selfish! Show some love. God bless Felicia and the twins.

I am currently pregnant with conjoined twins with only one heart. Separation is not an option for my babies. I missed the show, can you please send me information so I can obtain a copy of the show. Thank you.

Hi Tyra,
Watched your show Feb 15, 2007 expecting to see conjoined twins. Not so here. It was about anorixia. When will we see it here in Houston? (and surrounding areas)

I am looking at the comments of the conjoined twins and I wonder when the show was on. The 6 years, live in the next town from me and I met them 2 weeks ago at Physical Therapy. I heard that they were going to be on the show and watched it a 9:00AM all week and never saw that show.

I live in New Preston, CT and we get the show on channel 10, are the shows different in other places? Our weekly newspaper today said that the show should have been on yesterday 2/15/07. I heard it was the 14th and like I said I have been watching all week and never saw it.

Dear Tyra, i missed your show on conjoined twins. and this isn't like me because i never miss your shows, i got caught due to the weather.Toronto is so cold right now. To me you're an inspiring person, i'm only 13 and i'm so obsessed with your show, i even have you as a homepage on computer:). And i hope that one day i will meet you. Take care.
Love you lots your #1 baby girl.

tyra, a lot of people need 2 know that just b'cuz u have conjoined twins they have done something wrong. thats not tha picture. its a blessin 2 have twins whether they are seperate or conjoin. i have twins boys, n i must say that all twins are blessing from GOD. n i wouldnt say it no other way.

YeaH. Siamese twins ROCK!

Tyra i love all the shows, here in South Africa they play your show in the afternoon at 16h00 and by then most of us are at work, but i just want to say when i was on maternity i really enjoyed all your shows. Keep up the good work i love you to bits.

I just wanted to comment on the whole money issue. I do see one problem with the scenario, is that a 21 year old on social assistance with a 2 year old and a 4 year old (she had her first child at age 16) should have been using better methods of contraception in the first place and I think it was completely irresponsible to get pregnant for a THIRD time, when she cannot afford to support the children she already has. I am however greatful for the Canadian Health Care system who provides for the most part free health care throughout Canada. As a nurse I see health care dollars waisted everyday because of the choices we all make.. ie.. the cigarettes people smoke, the sitting on our couches instead of exercising and the horrible meal choices we make. It all falls back on each individual to make smart choices for our health, even ones as simple as using contraception. I know health care is a bit different in the US, but worldwide there is a huge nursing shortage and we are the cause of our own crisis. If we do not start making smart choices today there will not be anyone to care for us when we get sick or are no longer able to care for ourselves.
I also believe that if we all planned having children we would end up with a lot less children with developmental disabilities, anomalies, etc.. (for example we don't know the long-term outcomes of one night of binge drinking before we knew we were pregnant; but we do know that Fetal Alcohol Syndrome has resulted from it more than once, and we all know how devistating that is, so I think there are a lot more effects that we just don't know about)(or the risks of a grossly obese woman becoming preganent and the risk during an emergency c-section, an Obstetricion would not be able to get that child out in minutes and by that time it may be too late) Anyways things to think about.
I do wish the children the best but deep down I do not believe there is a chance for separation due to the location of where the brain is conjoined; It is a such a vital area of the brain that I think it would be too risky to ever try to separate them without at least one of them not surviving. I pray I am wrong for their sake, but intuition tells me otherwise.

mel, don't you have anything better to do,besides picking on that girl. if you don't have anything good to say,don't say it.chicago

Hi Tyra, I really enjoyed your show today about conjoined twins. I think it is very important to educate everyone about the uniqueness of our society, and to realize that everyone deserves to live a happy life no matter who they are. Your guests were all very cute, and I find it very amazing that people can cooperate so much, it just shows how thankful we should all be, because we have things so much easier than your guests today. Although it must be hard for them at times, they sure didn't let it show, and I think it was very cute how the 6 year old girls enjoyed being together all the time. The families, and especially the mothers of these twins are truly special and deserve everything because they seem to be the supporters of their daughters more than anyone in the world. Great show Tyra, and keep them coming. I don't think anyone should say bad things, but we know there are corrupt people out there who say whatever they please, and we just have to remember that those people saying hurtful things are not important, and we just have to ignore them and do the best and be the best that we can be!
Take care, and talk with you later Tyra :)

Dear Tyra,

I wanted to make a separate comment about Kala and Katrina. They are beautiful strong women. I think people who try to make others lives difficult are sad and dysfunctional human beings. Once again God knows who to put who with. I commend their Mother for raising such strong beautiful individuals. I hope their dreams come true and they continue to be positive. That was a wonderful finish to that show. Keep up the good work Tyra.

Dear Tyra,

I think it was wonderful of you to introduce those two families together. Being a mother of a special needs child, I completely understand how you can feel alone. My daughter had 3 strokes at the age of 2 months old and was left with alot of disabilities. Even though my brother had epilespy my Mom says that she don't know how I do it from day to day. A lot of times I am misunderstood when I have to tell someone no I can't do this with you today or I am too tired to do any family activities. I just feel like no one understands how important this job that God has given me is to me. Taking care of special needs people (children or adults) takes a special person so I know how those mothers feel when they say that God gave them those precious children. I look at my life as God has taken me down a different path. When I was told that she was not going to make it people from all of this city just by word of mouth from family members came and gathered around us with prayers. I remember during one of those prayers that I asked God to please give her to me and I will take good care of her. I made that promise to God and I intend to keep it. I think you are a positive influence Tyra and special yourself. Keep doing things like this Tyra and I will definitely keep watching. If those mothers ever read your comments I want them to know that me and my daughter Ladybug will keep them in our prayers.

Hey Tyra

Today's show was really touching. I admire the mothers who take care of their children regardless if they have a special need. As a mother myself of a 8 month old baby, a child is a big responsability and with a dissability it's even grater. Im so grateful with God, i dont suffer from a dissability but i was diagnosed with a brain tumor last August, i recovered. I went through alot but i cant compare the challenge it is to be taking care of conjoined twins...my heart goes out to those mothers and to all mothers that struggle and enjoy at the same time being parents, Because children are God's gratest gift.

hey tyra whats up.just wanted to say i love your show. i think you are so pretty and very into your guest.its like you really mean what u doing and you do it from the heart. and i think thats what makes you so famous. love hana....

hey tyra,
i saw the show about the conjoined twins, i lived about a 4 hour drive from Felicia, and have followed her story on our local bctv news, but what i heard her saw about the nasty comments to her, i commend her, she is number one with my family, and how dare these people make comments that her beautiful babies die, until they walk a mile in her shoes shut up, i believe Felicia, is a wonderful strong person and i am a shamed any one could say this, those people are just cold hearted fools and should take a look in the mirror, me myself has said that i can't handle being in that situation, but really i don't know, i just wish Felicia the best, in all she does, and the people who leave nasty messages or send nasty messages, ignore them being canadian as well i am ashamed

This show was amazing..++i would just like to say these babys are REPRESENTINN' VERNON B.C. my home town..which i live in right now...im proud to be from this city and i cant believe someone who went on the trya banks show is from vernon..thats amazin...I LOVE YOU TYRA!! YOUR A GREAT FUNNY PERSON

P.S. your not afraid to speak your mind either.

Much love:Jamie

dats cool

Hi Tyra:

How are you doing? I just saw the show on the Conjoined Twins. This show truly touched my heart. The families on your stage today were beautiful. I wish them all well and may God Bless them in the future as they move forward. The twins that were separated were very attractive and had beautiful spirits. Tyra the reason why this show touched my heart is because I have a physical disability that I was born with. My disability is Cerebral Palsy. I walk with a walker on a daily basis and sometimes I use a wheelchair on long distance trips. Other than that, I have a normal life just like everyone else. There are a few ignorant people that will stare at me but that doesn't bother me. I give my Mom all the credit for making me the strong and confident man that I am today. For the most part, people are pretty friendly to me once they get to know me. They will forget about the walker or wheelchair and see the person inside. That is what I really want. Great job Tyra!

Love You Always!!!

Jason

HI TYRA, I JUST WANT TO SAY TODAYS SHOW WAS INTRESTING AND YOU SHOULD MAKE ANOTHER SHOW ABOUT THE TOPIC

I loved your show today. It touched my heart so much. I have a 16 month old daughter and just had a healthy baby girl two weeks ago and i couldn't imagine how hard it would be to have twins, especially with special needs, so God definately blessed Tatiana and Krista with one unbelievable mother. I can't believe what wonderful, beautiful people God gives us the pleasure to meet =) And I feel bad for those who see it any other way because what goes around definately comes back.

Hi Tyra,

I watched the show and now I'm scared to death about having kids of my own. I'm 20 years old and I know I'm a little too young to be thinking about having kids, but it's just something I can't get out of my head. Other than that, this was a great show. Those girls are inspiring :)

Hi Tyra. Just like another lady asked on your site, r u going to be having a re run about todays topic of the conjoined twins, i really would have like to watch your show. Thanks

i was just wondering where the 3 month old conjoined twins were from.
i live in british columbia canada and i think it was about almost 4 most ago there were conjoined twins joined at the head.

I also live in the community that the 3 month old twins live and what “Mel” had written is correct and to "Carrie" here is BC the BC medical (that everyone has) covers the cost of the children’s surgery and care, plus they are on welfare which will cover everything else. So any money raised and given to the family won’t be going towards the medical expenses. It is a sad story, the babies are lovely but the mother is not what she seems

hey tyra!
i just wanted to say that felica is looking so good ! i went to school with her in vernon and wow! congratulations on the new additions to the family they are so beautiful ! also i wanted to say shame on those people who say those nasty things to her! i bet they would feel so different if they were conjoined. felica keep strong and happy hunny!good luck in whatever decicion you choose.

Hey Tyra!..I was watching your show today and I was very touched by it .I also started to tear while watching.I am a medical doctor for the ICU in the hospital . I deal with these kind of situations about conjoined twins.I am very blessed that I work in the hospital with adults and kids each day with medical illness or diseases.Thank You

Hey Tyra

.. Ive Just finished watching your show and i think its awesome to be able to see that conjoined twins can have normal lives like any other people .. its a nice way to prove to some people who think they can't.I think it was a nice topic to have on you show .. much love Jillian

Heyy Tyra,

I watched your show today with the 3 month old conjoined twins. The mother was such a strong person. I can't believe could even make it on the show and talk about her two twin girls. The twin girls are so adorable, whatever they look like!I have twin friends who are 15 years old and 5"10 and a half but they werent conjoined lucky.Tyra are so good with kids.You would be a wonderful mom someday! Thanks for such a touching show. Much love xoxo

Brittany(Canada)

This show really touched me, I wish i could help or be apart of the kids lives, they touched my heart.

I also watch the show on conjoined twins and have since been reading the viewers comments. Almost all have been positive except for the one from Mel, who lives near Vernon, and I would like to address the issues she raised. You think the mother is selfish and is not in a position to beneficially raise the girls. Does that mean that anyone on Social Services is selfish and shouldn't have children? Would it have been more beneficial to terminate the pregnancy? Do you mean their death would have been better than having them live on welfare? You say she refuses to live with the father but he's been with them since they came home from the hospital. As to the two older children being pushed to the background - you obviously don't know this family at all. All of the children are well cared for and get plenty of attention. It's no different than any other family that brings home a newborn child. Babies take extra care no matter if its one or twins. To say the twins will end up in a community care situate is ridiculous. The parents have full support from a huge number of family & friends. As to the 2 million needed to separate the girls being paid by BC Medical Care - what do you expect. There aren't a lot of people who could afford to pay that. Does that mean that anyone requiring expensive medical care should have to pay it themselves? What's the point of BC Medical if its only for low cost medical care? These girls will lead positive and beneficial lives given the chance. The only thing that might stop that from happening are people like Mel.

those set twins are cute!!!!!!!!

Tyra, Thank you for airing the show about the conjoined twins. I'm hoping it will raise awareness and tolerance for all children who may not be "typical." I have a daycare that I run out of my home and have cared for many kiddos both typically developing and with special needs. Like the teacher of the older girls observed in her classroom, the kids here also accept any and every child without blinking an eye. The child in the wheelchair is treated the same as the little hyper child who can run and climb everywhere. The children who talk with their hands are treated the same as the kids who talk with their mouths. One day as we walked to the park, a severely disabled woman in a wheelchair who was walking her dog passed us. The kids commented- "She had a really cute dog!" I look forward to the day that more adults don't see the wheelchair.

Mel this comment is for you. How could you say such a horrible thing about these babies and there family? Your worried about being a tax payer that you might have to contribute a little something to these babies well being? What would be so wrong with that? Having them grow, and become healthy young adults and be happy "on your money" would be alot better then using your tax dollars to fund A sex offender whose been let out of jail because he's apparently "seen the light" and wont hurt little kids anymore. That would require housing and everything else that goes with it. I would rather my tax dollars go towards the well being of those children and there family. Mel karma has a way of biting you in the butt, hopefully it gets you in this lifetime!

How anyone can say that those perfect little girls, tatiana and krista, are freaks and should never have been born is beyond me. God creates our children especially for each of us, and he never gives anyone more than they can handle. Those little girls are healthy and happy, and blessed with a family that loves them. People who exclude and persecute children are most often those that are never blessed with them. God has his own parenting tests, and this Mother looks to be a very nurturing woman, with enough love for two babies.

Good afternoon Tyra. I just watched your show about conjoined twins, and I personally know Felicia and her family. Felicia's brother Kaz is the father of my 9 yr old daughter.I have'nt spoke to the family in years, but I have been following Felicia's progress ever since she's been pregnant. I would like to give that bag Mel that posted a very rude comment about Felicia, a slap right in her ignorrant face. Yes the family is on welfare, but so what that does'nt make them any less of a person because they stuggle a little bit. I just want everyone to know what kind of a person Felicia is, she's a supportive, caring, giving young woman, and I give her props for devoting her whole life to these beautiful little angels, because they will need her.
And to that "well educated" Mel, Felicia is not selfish, she's devoting her whole life to all of her babies especially Krista, and Tatianna. Selfish would've been aborting those babies and taking the easy way out but she did'nt. Mel go and educate yourself a bit before you open your loose gap!!!
Felicia,and Family, congradulations on your beautiful baby girls, we think about you often.

Jessica in Canada

I saw your show today and I wanted to say that the girls that were seperated and one has to catherize herself is so inspiring because that is the same thing that I have to do. I wasnt a twin or anything but I was born with Bladder Exstrophy and I now catherize myself through a man-made bellybutton. I have had a few surgeries and so I have lots of scars on my stomach and back from having braces on my hips. Well I have never heard anyone say that on national TV so it makes me feel special.

Hi Tyra,

I was watching some of your show today about the conjoined twins and I would like to recieve information or maybe a transcript on your show. I am doing a speech on the pros and cons of living a lifestyle conjoined by the head and I feel that your show today would greatly help me get insight from individuals who actually live that life.
Thank You

God Bless you Tyra. I saw the love in your eyes for these children and thought how wonderful you were to have these darlings on your show and to share with the country how medical science and technology has improved a better life for those who were once challenged. I am a retired teacher with a teenage daugther who is as healthy as can be. I had three miscarriages before my daughter was born. It was heart wrenching and very dramatic each time I lost a baby. If I had the opportunity to save a life during pregnancy, I'd do anything in my power to keep the child/ren alive. As for Mel's comments and extremely harsh remarks, made about the Mother with the toddlers, sounds to me like she was a bit jealous because she was not getting the attention. Thank God for our communities and hospitals who offer help to care for children when the parents are financially unable to do so. I'm sure Mel has no idea what is going on in their family life and she shouldn't be judging people unless she lives in their household and really knows what goes on. I'm sure she only heard rumors passed around town and we all know how rumors result ,especially when they have reached from one side of town to the other. Mel should be thinking of ways to help this mother with her older children rather than using all her energy finding ways to desperately spray paint a scarlet letter on her. I wonder if the toddler's Mommy is aware of the St. Jude Children's Hospital located in Memphis, TN. I believe the cost is completely free for families who are in financial need and they have a place (like a McDonald's House) for the family to live temporarily until the child is well enough to go home. I normally do not vent, but when I read something like Mel's comments, I feel like someone needs to defend this mom. It could have been me who was in this situation. I sure wouldn't want anyone persecuting me. Would you? Again, thanks Tyra, for sharing these angels with us.

Hello. I live in the same town as the little twins on your show today. I would really love to watch this show, but I unfortunatel do not get off work till it is over. Will you be playing a re-run anytime, or is there a way to order a taping of the show??
Thank you!!

hello tyra...

It's 4:13 pm and your show comes on at 5PM in NY. I watch your show everyday.I was wodering if you ever thought about doing a show on Preemie babies since this is something that's worldwide. I had a preemie born on 07/17/06 at 25 wks weighting 1lb 9.2 oz and 13 inches.Her name is Makayla and she has come a long way. she will be 7 months soon and she us now 11lb 8 oz by the grace of god...

My husband and I were watching the Conjoined Twins show and heard how much a operation for a separation. My husband is a Shriner, and he mentioned something about checking out about going to the Shriner's Hospitals, because the parents do not pay anything. I hope this is helpful.

Love to all,

Jennifer Koehn

hi Tyra, I'm 37 and a mother of 3 boys 17,18,and 19. I was touched by your show today I realized how blessed I am to have healthy children I give the highest praise to all the mothers that appeared on the show and all aruond the world that has dealt with such situations in life,I can't even imagine how hard it would be to walk in there shoes I want to commend them on being the proud parents they are and not ever giving up, and being so strong for there children and just know that thier children will also take on that strenght as they go on in life. They are also blessed to have such miracles in there lives I look up to them all. God has blessed them, and as it is said he won't put anymore on you than you handle and it shows. God Bless.

Hi Tyra,
just wanted to mention that this was a great show!It really touched me, specially because i'm a new mom! I was wondering if you can provide me with their (both conjoined twins) email...specially the Canadian mother because i would like to tell her what a HUGE inspiration she is and also what an amazing person she is. So if you can, please provide me with her email.

p.s
you look like your great with children!

I just finished watching your show on conjoined twins and it was very emotional. I just wanted to tell the mother of those 3-month-old girls that she is a wonderful mother and her daughters are absoultely beautiful. I literally cried when she talked about the hurtful letter someone sent her. This woman deserves nothing but praise and respect. I hope her and her beautiful girls live a long, happy and healthy life.

hey tyra,
i think when i look at twins conjoined or not i think they r so lucky to have each other always. in my family of women every other generation either is a twin or have a twin it isnt my mom that has a twin or gave birth to a twin so im not a twin i hope i have twins or even triplets.
luv ya much
kasey

Hi Tyra, i love watching your show because it is very educative. we learn a lot on your show. However, i had had many shows that touched me a lot. But so far, nothing has touched me so much as this show on conjoined twins. Thank you for letting these women know that they are not alone outthere with such a challenge. Love conquers all, and i see the parents, and especialy the mothers are very supportive of their daughters. Wishing them lots of Blessings, strength, and courage.

I am watching the show right now.....both sets of twins are beautiful!!! My three year old was watchng it with me and asked me if he could be stuck together with his brother just like the girls.....I thought that was so sweet!!!

dear tyra you should have a show about girls and guys that have to face everyday challenges due to an enormous forehead dont get me wrong i am still sexy but people still just want to humiliate me and my twin sister because we have abnormal foreheads

My children helped raise money for the trust fund for Tatiana and Krista. After reading the previous postings, why is money ever an issue when it comes to someone's life. I would like to ask "Mel" who lives near Vernon (where the girls live) If your son or daughter, spouse, or other family member contracted a rare disease and could possibly die from this disease but 2 million dollars could save them, would you not do everything in your power to save them? How about your community? Would you not accept any financial help you could to save their lives, or at least make them more comfortable. Out of the 4,300,000 people that live in British Columbia, do you not think that we could all afford the .50 cents to help these girls? I say shame on anyone who thinks money is more important than someone's life.

I saw the show on the conjoined twins today and heard that Felicia got horrible letters from people saying she shouldn't have had them. I think that is insensitive, cruel, and disgusting. I am LDS and I grew up believing and still believe that every soul is sent here for a reason. All of those girls I saw on that show are strong and wonderful and kudos for thier Moms. Felicia is right, just love them and treat them as you would any child. I am a mother of 2 and also had a miscarriage last fall. Every night I pray for the baby I lost. Every child is special and those that have disabilities had less that they had to gain on this earth. Heavenly Father has sent them on special missions. Whoever says nasty things like that isn't really headed in the right direction. God loves all of his children and he doesn't want us to suffer but in suffering, we learn, and in learning, we can hopefully return home to him. It was wonderful to see those precious children and the support of their families behind them.

I live near where the 3 month old conjoined twins live in Canada, and personally find the case heartbreaking. The whole ordeal to me seems to be extremely difficult for any family. I do, however, believe that the mom in this case is flat out selfish. She is in no-way in a situation that will be beneficial to raise these children. At this time, she is on welfare, and refuses to live with the babies father to remain on welfare. She has other children who are now forced to be in the background to all the attention and media circus surrounding the twins. All of the special medical testing and care has become the burdon of the community and tax payers. These are children, that in the end will be raised by the community in community care situations. How is this fair to any child? And now, already these children are being exploited for a shot at fame. The mom mentioned on the show that a surgery can cost 2 million dollars! You can bet she will not pay a penny towards it, and it will be the rest of us involved with BC Medical Care who in the long run foot the bill for any separation. I feel sorry for the girls to have been brought into a family where they will not stand a chance of leading positive, beneficial lives with all the care and surroundings they deserve.

I JUST WATCHED YOUR SHOW ON THE CONJOINED TWINS. THE MOTHER OF THE 3 MONTH OLD CONJOINED TWIN GIRLS WAS SO STRONG. I KNOW EXACTLY WHY SHE HAD HER BEAUTIFUL GIRLS. SHE IS A WONDERFUL MOTHER AND YOU CAN SEE THE LOVE SHE HAS FOR THEM. BEING A MOTHER OF TWIN BOYS, MY HEART HURT WHEN SHE SAID THAT EVIL PEOPLE WOULD SEND HER LETTERS. THE GIRLS ARE NOT FREAKS OF NATURE BUT GIFTS FROM GOD! SHE IS TRULY BLESSED AND I WISH HER AND HER FAMILY WELL!

Tyra, if you are going to have conjoined twins on the show for the whole world to gawk at then why not offer some type of financial help for these beautiful children. Seems to me you are more concerned with the shock factor than improving their well-being.

Well I was watching the conjoined twins show today, and I was wondering how it felt to work with them on the show? I ask this because at my school I work with some autistic kids and for me their normal children no matter what the differences are. I love them as my family. When I first started to get to know them I felt weird in the way of how to approach them and talk to them even though some of the kids dont talk.

I think this show was an eye opener to some people who are afraid to talk to someone with disabilities. For me it was awesome to watch and see that sometimes problems come into our lives to unite us closer and to truly understand the meaning of a family.

Thanks

How is it to have your kids conjioned?" How do you feel?

Tyra I'm 11 years old and I love children like myself. Tyra seeing the twins made me feel like what if I was made like that.Some people make fun of people like that and I wanted to say that I am very,very sorry for them,and I will pray for the twins.

Hi tyra my name is Tracey and Im sending my love to the parents of conjoined twins that was on your show today.Cause my son was later on diagnoised with autism and It's like a roller coaster taking care of a special needs child but all you can do is hang in there and show them plenty of love as they get older.And I of course am very over protected over my little guy cause there's a lot of mean spirited people's out in the world that can;t understand that people are not the same.But have lots of love in your heart.

hey tyra your show was soo ooo inspired today..i really enjoy your shows..you inspired people's life soo much..you make everyone have an smile on their face...tk..smiles..GOd bless...

Hi Tyra I am currently sitting at home with my 20- month old twins watching your show on conjoined twins. My twins are not conjoined but they have medical problems. I wanted to let you know that your show touched me in more ways than one. To be honest almost all your shows touch me. I just sat up and cried like a baby at how blessed I am to have my four children healthy and here.Even though they all have had surgeries and complications, I still am very blessed. You are my girl for the shows and messages you put out there for a troubled soul like myself. I am blessed but had a lot of hurdles along the way. But my children are my everything, I don't have much but am willing to give everything I got.