My family and I are so grateful to everyone for the amazing support we've received from so many people. I find myself being constantly overwhelmed and humbled by the stories of friends, neighbors and even complete strangers who have offered to help in countless ways. The meals, blood donations, donations of all kinds, babysitting and prayer support are just of few of the hundreds of ways people have stepped forward to help. From the bottom of my heart, thank you all.
Today has been a very rough day for Steven. He is becoming more and more alert as the doctor has decreased the amount of sedation. Because of that, Steven is obviously feeling more pain and he is very emotional. I have continued to tell him that he is in the hospital and is surrounded by love and healing energy. It finally dawned on me after talking to his mom that maybe I should tell him exactly what happened to him and why he is in the hospital. So the last time he woke up and had a look of absolute pain and anguish on his face, I said to him, "Babe, you're in the hospital because you got shot at work." Steve raised his eyebrows and the anguished look was replaced by a look of complete surprise as if he was saying, "REALLY?!?! Holy crap!!!" At that point I realized that this was probably the first time he kind of understood what was going on. Then I started to explain where he had been shot and what his injuries were. I mentioned that there was no need to worry about anything and that my parents were taking care of the kids and he started to cry. It's very hard even thinking about it as I know how deeply he feels the pain of being away from them. But I explained to him that this is all temporary and that he was going to make a full recovery.
For those who are praying, please pray that he finds peace, peace with his situation, peace with the healing process, and peace with his temporary absence from his children.
2 comments:
Beth,
You guys are in my thoughts and prayers constantly. As hard of a day this is for Steve, it sounds like a step forward in his healing process. You both are such an inspiration to me and so many. God has given you and Steve such strength and I pray that you, the kids and especially Steve feel His love and peace and in the weeks ahead.
Love, Susan
Beth and Me-Mom:
We are all finding strength from your positive energy and unrelenting love for Steve. It has been an incredible privilege to be allowed so close to Steve. I know that we are all better people from the examples of dignity and grace you both have exemplified. Thank you for giving me strength and courage. Love you all.
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