Hi all: Today was a wonderful day for all of us! Ron and I came home last night-it's the end of the month, and there are reports that have to be done, so we spent the day catching up! Then the phone call came from Jer--"Do you want some good news?" he asks--well that was a dumb question! Certainly we want good news--I figured they had finally gotten to go ahead to move him to rehab--but not that--he actually MOVED his legs. He can move the right leg better than the left, but the muscles in the left are telling it to move. The therapists are very pleased with his progress so far--especially considering that he gets only 20 minutes of rehab a day right now. We are still waiting for word from the Bronx, but he told me tonight that they expect to hear tomorrow from them. Lets hope so. It would be nice to get him into rehab so that he can be home for Christmas and maybe even Thanksgiving--of course he'd like to be able to go hunting--even if it's in a wheelchair for this year.
Will update more tomorrow night after I get to see him again. Love to you all.
Carm
Wednesday, October 31, 2007
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That is the most incredible news!! It certainly is a happy Halloween!!! Great job and Congrats Jer, that has to be the most incredible feeling. Great job too to the rest of the family, including Zach. We're going to keep you foremost in our thoughts for your continued progress.
Love,
Rhea & Jamie
I've been telling everyone that you'll beat this Jer, and you continue to show why there's no doubt in my mind that you will! Incredible news, keep working hard like you always have! Love ya, bud.
Absolutely the very best news. Jerry Joseph keep up the hard work and more good things will follow! The first brewski is on me.
Love,
SaL
GREAT NEWS!! Closer every day!!! Keep it up! Another Val
WOW!!!! What great news!!! As I said so many times before, God can't ignore so many people who are praying for such a great person (that's you, Jer!!).....I know that every time I pray, I get the greatest sense of peace and just know that God is trying to tell me that our prayers will be answered......and now he is helping Jer to prove that.....Jer you are such a strong, determined young man. I am so proud of you for being someone we all can look up to and who helps all of US be strong.......Keep up the good work!! Love ya!!!!
OK I just typed up this great post and it got deleted... so here goes again!! I was there this am and the first thing that Jer said to me was "look at what I can do" and he did indeed move his right leg!! Life is good! Jer showed everyone that would look at him and that was awesome!! Jeremy was also able to put up some resistance to the range of motion that he and I have been doing. These are good things and couldn't be making me any happier. The left leg is a little different, the muscle are moving, but aren't quite yet ready to really move the leg much. there are slight movements with "zero- gravity", but time will tell. Jeremy is working VERY hard, and his spirits are high!
I don't care if you believe in the power of prayer, tremendous willpower, or just plain miracles...KEEP BELIEVING!!! and most of THANKS! You are all great!! Love NIKI
That is such great news...I cant imagine the joy it must have given jeremy...and now all of us hearing about it...I enjoy opening this blog up and hearing such positive things. Keep up the good work and keep the faith, its definitely working.
MariBeth
and family
hey bud i'm happy to hear of some improvement Erica and I talk about how you are doing everyday she keeps me posted cause you know i'm never on the computer but i figuered i better tell you how happy i am for you keep up the great work
love ya man
gunning
I think the lord just wanted to knock you on your ass knowing all to well that you would get up again. Maybe this is the only way he could get you to actually rest and not work for once in your life! Great news, as you can tell, no one is really surprised, your the iron man! Sorry to hear about the hunting this year, you could be a real redneck and do four wheeler hunting like my family when they get lazy and don't want to drag their bums up a hill! Keep kickin butt with therapy!Love Erin
On behalf of my family, we are all praying for Jeremy and his entire family. The overwhelming support and the genuine acts of kindness you will continue to receive from the people in this community will be sure to give you the strength you need to survive this crisis. I have no doubt in my mind that Jeremy will make a full recovery as I have seen his strength and determination overpower any obstacle in his way when he is striving for a goal. Please don't forget to take care of each other as you support and encourage Jeremy through his recovery. As I know from first-hand experience, difficult times such as these takes an emotional toll on the entire family. Stay strong and keep the faith. Kate Anagnost and Family
That is absolutely awesome news. You'll be in the woods hunting before you know it. We all know beck home you are tough enough to beat this. You always have been and always will be. We can't wait to you get home, hopefully for the holidays. Keep up the good work. We are thinking about you.
Chuck and Chrissy
Great news! Its always nice to sign in here and hear all the positive news! Keep up the good work!
Love,
Peggy, Mike, Aunt Dolly,
Annett,Jim
and Families
Great News! Its always nice to sign in here and hear such positive comments! Keep up the good work!
Love,
Peggy,Mike,Aunt Dolly,
Annette,Jim,
and families
Hallelujah !!! Praise God and Thank Him for His Miracles !!!My eyes welled up and I thanked God for your new progress of movement and toward your complete healing. You keep up the good work and we'll keep the Prayers Going. God Bless you Jer and all of your family. Love Eliza
My baby, just heard the news...soooo xcited...we all knew you were a tough cookie...with all the family and friends and community support jesus just cant ignore us...everywhere i go, everyone i see asks about you, prays for you and tells me how awesome of a person you are...love you and the fam. sooooo mcuh...there fory you all anything you need...Jen
glad to hear
I was SO happy when I read the good news! Keep it up Jer, you can do it!
Karyn
im so happy to hear that hes doing better. i have asked all my family and friends to keep Jeremy and all of you guys his family in their prayers.
Brother Jer,
You are the most amazing and determined person I know (of coarse you already knew that). It brings tears of joy to my ears to hear of the remarkable progress you continue to accomplish. The picture of the whole family is wonderful and that smile is there as usual. I dont need to tell any of the Hoffman family how much you are LOVED, you can see that by the outpouring support and prayers from the community and beyond. Zach that includes you also, as you are a part of the family. Keep your chin up and the jokes rolling. WE LOVE YOU ALL VERY MUCH!!
LOVE YA,
Daughter Dawn
I knew you were a fighter! Remember you are surrounded by God's angels and we, in Pa., love you and are praying for a fast recovery.Kathy
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