As I sit comfortably on my living room couch, having spend a wonderful day with our daughter and ending it with stories and snuggles, I find myself doing what Ive done every day since I came out of sedation: I feel my chest tighten with emotion, and my eyes well up with tears, as I think of how fortunate I truly am. I am overwhelmed with gratitude for such an incredible family, loyal friends, and even total strangers, who spent so much time praying for my recovery and sending well wishes to our family. I think that most people recognize that they are loved, but I just want all of you to know that, because of all of your focus, love, energy, prayers, good vibes and thought, I am well on my way to being better. The journey isnt over, but to be able to play with my daughter is such a wonderful gift. Thank you for saving my life. I dont even know how to thank those nearest to me for dropping everything to help me and Timothy Oleaga. Carrie Fletcher, leaving a brand new job to be by my side and support my husband, provide updates to the masses, as well as some well needed comic relief. Erin Rowland, for visiting me nearly every day, taking on extra Nina responsibilities, and doing whatever we needed, whenever, as well as contacting the family as I was airlifted to Beaumont. Matthew Oleaga and Melanie Oleaga, for making sure that everything was in order, being my inside line to the hospital, and making sure that all of the loose strings were tied up (and to Felix for his beautiful artwork!). Anne and Lawrence Oleaga, for taking Nina for almost the entire week that I was in ICU and recovery, as well as keeping more family posted and providing such a positive environment for Nina during such a stressful time. Carol Rowland and Bob Rowland, whove probably had enough ICU visits in the last year to last a lifetime, for traveling to see me, nurturing and keeping people in the loop. Allison Rowland Veine for contemplating braving a blizzard to come see me, and eventually safely arriving for a much needed visit and food. Karyn Alley, for doing what she does best- providing some sass, lightheartedness, a little bit of scolding (always with love), and of course, COOKIES for the ICU staff and delicious food for us at home. Julie Alley and David Alley for taking Nina for a sleepover, stocking our freezer wiwith delicious meals, and even visiting me despite Davids broken collarbone. Glennda Ventimiglia and Tony Ventimiglia for spending hours in the ICU waiting room without even being able to see me. And to my Nina, who Skyped with me every day, always asking if i was eating and resting, and waiting patiently for Mommy to come home. I know that there are so many more people that have done wonderful thoughtful things for us, from visits to the waiting room, meals and texts, cards and flowers, and always good thoughts and prayers, and I thank you all as well. Please know that I have read every message that has posted on FB, been emailed to me or texted, and as my energy increases, I am working my way through them to try to personally thank you all. If I miss you, please know that you are appreciated, and I thank you for helping to save my life. Love, Karen
Posted on: Fri, 23 Jan 2015 02:20:42 +0000
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