Hi all--this is Carm again--Niki told you all some of what I had for tonight, so I thought I'd give you the "lighter" side of today! Jeremy did get to sit up, and he enjoyed it--UNTIL they put him in the wheelchair--he said that was a bit uncomfortable, but he tolerated it like the trooper he has been through this whole thing! The nice part about a wheelchair is that it's moveable, so the nurses took him outside to enjoy the nice weather on his birthday! It's not been many times that he could be outside on his B-day in a thin little gown!! (now isn't that a picture to behold???) Some of the nurses got together and bought him balloons to help brighten his day--then Joelle and Jen came with more balloons and party decorations so his room looked like we were ready for a "real" party--the only thing missing was the beverage of choice (beer).
Overall, he was up in the chair for 1 1/2 to 2 hours, and was very glad to get back into bed. He actually got to eat "real" food today too--no more jello and broth. The nurses got a kick out of what he said the broth tasted like!! He was quite colorful!!
As Niki said, they had not moved him by 3 or 4 or 5 or 6, but think that in the middle of the night they might move him--now does that make a lot of sense?? We will hope that he is moved in the morning--they had a bed for him, but he couldn't go to the floor because of the spinal drain--he needs more care on that--so back on hold!
One of the things that all the staff at Syracuse have said is how positive and fun he is to have around--now I can't imagine that--no really, they have enjoyed having him in the unit--I think that might be why they don't have a bed anyplace else--they love him like we all do!!
Tomorrow Ron and I will be talking to the discharge people about Rehab facilities. I was surprised that they suggested it at this point, but I guess the only thing holding him from going to rehab is the spinal drain. I haven't heard any time frame about getting that out, but one nurse said it could be as early as this weekend. I will keep you all posted!
I will keep saying this until I'm blue in the face--THANK YOU FROM THE BOTTOM OF MY HEART FOR THE TREMENDOUS SUPPORT--WE LOVE YOU ALL.
Monday, October 22, 2007
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Dear Carm & Ron~ It is your strength that Jeremy, Zach & all the family follows. Remember to take care of you too! We love you all and pray for you always. Mike, Peggy, Aubrey & Patrick
Ron and Carm and Jeremy -- I have been out of town and just heard about Jeremy! My prayers are with all of you for strength to deal with the day to day, humor to get through and love to hold it all together.... I know you have all of these in abundance already... just know that I'm/we're in there too! Patti and Rick
i'm hoping that i don't get a chance to get up to see Jer before he comes home! Tell him i'm thinking of him. So are my mom and dad. Love to all of you!
Lyndsey
Dear Lois, Ron, Carm, Jeremy and all family,
You are all in our thoughts and prayers. Your inner strength will get you through all of this. Happy belated birthday Jeremy.
Zach, please take good care of yourself.
Best wishes, Dwight and Mary Westlake
Carm & Ron,
It's so good to hear that Jeremy has such a good attitude right and that he got to enjoy some of our most beautiful weather yesterday. (I wonder where his colorful humor comes from?) Hang in there...we will be around for any help you need. The prayers continue. Please let us know if we can do anything for you.
Barb & Tom
Carmella,Ron and Family,
Just want you to know that we think about you guys every day! Mom would love to see you all but knows how busy Jeremy is! You all are amazingly strong! You are in our prayers every day.
Tell Jer Happy Belated Birthday
Love,
Peggy
If you look up the definition of family the simple definition would be just a picture. That picture would be the Hoffman family. A more complex definition would not fit in any book, for that picture would be far to large for any book. It would encompass a network of friends that goes far beyond blood and marriage. A family like theirs spreads through a village, a township, a county, a state, a country, and even the world. The Hoffman family has strength, courage, determination, love, loyalty, dedication, faith, hope, and most importantly EACH OTHER. Thank you Hoffman's for teaching us all what family truly means. We love you all, Laurie & Brian McCoon
PS. Jer did Zach give you your birthday kiss? If not you tell him I said, "pucker up, baby!"
We are so glad to hear about the great progress!!!!We have been praying long and hard for the whole family. Jer, you are a strong man and your travel down this long road, but never a second by yourself, we are all right by your side always!! "Keep the faith brother" says Daryl and to let him know if you and the family need anything don't hesitate to call 546-4709. Love you all. You will be amazed what prayer can do!!!!
Hi, Carm. I was talking to Jansen's wife, Bernie, and she said an excellent rehab place, especially for spinal injuries, is Sunny View in Schenectady. I'm not sure if it's one that you looked at but might be worth considering. You are always in our prayers.
David & Lenni Casscles, Sherburne
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