Well, we were originally going to do this post together, but Aaron is just a lil wiped out to say the least. He had a great day! In therapy he did a stimulation bike that sent electical signals through electrodes that were attached to his triceps and biceps. He tolerated it better than Gina (his amazing occupational therapist) had expected! He ate lunch well and we ordered food from across the street and watched movies in bed. Love Fridays. I get to stay over with him, and after he passes out (usually around 9ish) I hang with Rachel the RN. Her and I have become pretty close and I’m pretty sure she’ll be invited to the wedding lol. But anyways, his electrical stimulation bike only consisted of his upper body muscles, but he has an order for the lower body, which has to be done by physical therapy. Therefore, that will be taking place in the near future. This thing is fantastic. All the equipment, staff, other patients, etc. have made Aaron feel as loved as you all make him feel. He also did another hour off the ventilator today : ) Considering where Aaron is in the situation, he’s having wonderful progress. And that’s words out of medical staff!
Thanks Gina! I know those over 40 will truly understand. I’m glad I made you laugh. I laughed at myself, when my niece told me I messed up. I truly believed it was ok, because I even proofread it!!!!!
Man Buddy, we had a bad day for football yesterday! Looks like Steelers/Chiefs game could be a good one, neither of them are playing for S_ _ _ !
Keep fighting, progress sounds great, I’m thinking of you every day! Bo asked about you, too!
Hey Aaron Sorry about the Cheifs. Kelly said I needed to root for KC for you. Sorry buddy I pray for you and think about you everyday but EAGLES!!!! You understand. Keep fighting man I want you to buy me a beer and I’m old so I get the barstool and you stand.
Karen, I loved reading the comment you wrote withhout your glasses. At the end when you said you didn’t have your glasses it made me laugh out loud. I want to assure you I was not laughing at you, but laughing with you, because I can’t see without a pair of reading glasses. Thanks for the laugh. 🙂
Hey Bud, Will and I are back from Wellsboro. We had an awesome time. I have my glasses today and I want to apologize to you and everyonelse that has to read my blogs, when I can’t find my glasses. I am not drunk or on drugs..lol Glad to hear of the progress you are making, keep it up bud..I will continue to think of you and pray for you continuously..Love you!
A-man you are doing AWESOME!!!!! Your strength is AMAZING!! Just AMAZING!!! xo
Dear Aaron, You are an amazing guy!!! I am so happy to hear of your great progress. We all knew you could do it and now you are proving it. We love you more than words can say. You have so many people praying for you. God is good All the time. LOVE YOU!!!! mammaw, pappaw wood
Aaron –
I get on here every day to see how you are doing and every day you amaze me. I am so happy that you are in a place like Magee and you have such wonderful family and friends surrounding you especially Jaime. I am so proud of you and the progress you are making and that you keep fighting every day and have not given up. We will never give up on you bcuz we know you will never give up 🙂 I love you and think about you every day … Erica
Erin,
Glad to hear of your progress. Remember……you eat the samich one bite at a time, not all at once! Please know “u b n” my prayers my friend.Keep on keeping on !
XOXO
CACer
Aaron, I’m not going to be with you today (physically), but you KNOW I am with you in my heart every single minute of every single day. So, here’s the pep talk via the blog….Keep plugging away, honey, you are doing a wonderful job. I know it isn’t easy, but you just show them what you are made of, you hear? And remember, if God brings you to it, he will get you through it! Have faith, believe in God and in yourself, and you’ll get through this! Love you (you, too, Jaime) and I’ll see you Sunday! Eagles and Chiefs???
Love,
Mom
Sounds like a great Friday! We’re so proud of you and we know how hard you work! See you tomorrow!
We love you!
So glad you had another good day! Hope to see you soon bud.
xoxo
Hey Aaron,
It’s great that the IV is gone. Now there are no limits on what therepies you can do. No limits on food. Great progress! Gina made a batch of Grandma Koppy’s broccoli/cheese soup per your request for lunch on Saturday.
No one can understand how hard you are working at the vent. Keep working hard and you will overcome it.
Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which transends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.
Philippians 4:6-7
We love you so much!
Hey ERN!
Sounds like great gains! Keep it up! From the looks of the picture the beard is a thing of the past. I think you can pull it off either way. Sending you lots of love and prayers!
Jim, Susan, Kayla, Lauren, and Regan Snyder
Dear Aaron, you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. We remember you every morning during prayers at school. Glad to hear that you enjoyed your pizza. Was it as good as Grotto’s? Take care and a big thank you for whoever started the site. It’s a great way to keep in touch with you. Love, Meam