In some ways it does not seem possible that it was a year ago today that an MRI had Dwayne in the ICU at our local hospital two hours after it was done. In others, it was a lifetime ago.
We have learned a lot this past year about ourselves, the people around us and God. When I look at where he was six months ago, there has been so much progress. But still a ways to go. Overall, we have adjusted to our new "normal". I am learning to let my plans go easier than I used to, to be more spontaneous and go for a walk, enjoy a sunset, and we have found that the birds, rabbits and lizards are quite entertaining to watch in the back yard. Dwayne is learning not to be so hard on himself when he can't do something the first time he tries. This was tough, because he has always been able to do most anything he puts his mind to. Nathan and Jared have been a great help to us. They have surprised us with their strengths and how they have used them. We have found that humor to be a great gift, because sometimes all you can do is laugh at the situation. My dear friend, Kathy sent my the book, 1000 Gifts last summer. Have tried to keep the "gift" in mind in our day-to-day life.
Most of all we have seen how God has been faithful and met our needs, many times even before we knew the need was.
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| March 26, 2012 |
