Thanksgiving!


It was so amazing to see so many come to support Aaron at the Brownstone yesterday. I say amazing not surprising because we have seen the same kind of generosity and compassion throughout Aaron’s journey. A big huge thank you to all the folks at the Brownstone who gave of themselves for Aaron’s benefit. Other things that quickly come to my mind that I am thankful for this year…

Everyone who has given of themselves for Aaron; encouraging words, prayer, financial support, sharing of time and talents.
To be part of a loving family.
That Jaime and Tory came into Aaron’s life and love him so much.
That God is faithful even when we are not.
The power of prayer.

We visited with Aaron today and now that he is off most of the pain meds that were making him so tired and weak, he is very alert and has his quick wit and smile back. He had lots of visitors today… Aunt Den, Uncle Charlie and Aunt Deb, Pappaw, Mammaw, Uncle Pete and Aunt Diane, John Panni, and his mom was on her way when we left. Don’t know about anyone else, but we had a bounce in our step when we left. It was sooooo good to have Aaron back to normal!

We are currently training on Aaron’s ventilator  care in preparation for his discharge. We are hoping for a 12/7 discharge at the latest. Once he’s home he will be making his way to Kennedy Krieger for some aggressive physical therapies. We are all looking forward to that! Yes, Aaron will be coming home with a ventilator, but he will still be working to wean from it. We are finding that slow and steady is better than fast and furious as regards vent weaning. We all know he will be off the vent in the future, it just takes time to do it right.


4 thoughts on “Thanksgiving!

  • Chuck

    Wow! (As regards an anticipated Dec.7th discharge/homecoming) The comfort of home and the care from those that love you most is bound to be theraputic. Better look out for the vases if your’ driving has’nt improved..(He-He!) Sorry the meds sucked Aaron. Probably another reason to look out for vases. Give my best to those closest to you and know the Montana house have got your’ back.
    Alaska/Montana Charles Koppenhaver III

  • Lexie

    Hey Buddy,

    I was overjoyed when mom called me on Friday to tell me that our Aaron was back in full effect, cracking jokes, and charming the nurses I’m sure. My heart just ached for you on Thursday. You seemed just so wiped out. I know there will be a lot of ups and downs throughout this journey and you’ll have good days and bad days but on the bad days I want you to look down at that blue bracelet on your wrist and remember, “Don’t give up… Don’t ever give up.” And remember you have so many people that love you and support you and we won’t let you fall. I love you!!

    Lex

  • barb

    Aaron: I heard thru the visit on Friday w/Mammaw, Pappaw, Diane, & Pete that your smile was back & that it was an uplifting time. Bundled in w/their love that they brought you was mine…I hope that you sensed it. Even though I wasn’t there physically, we planned that I would be in the solitude of my car @ work on lunch break @ 2:30 praying. There’s so much love surrounding you it’s beyond comprehension. Beyond that is the love of your heavenly Father. We’re overwhelmed by the earthly love being shown,try to imagine His love for you. Yeah, I know there she goes…well, Aaron, when you’ve got something positively, earthshatteringly awesome do you hide it away or share it?
    love, barb wood

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