my HERO. I never knew Sharon had such incredible strength. I have been in on this journey since the very beginning, what started out as a possible case of Lyme's disease, to maybe MS,then it seemed to take on a life of it's own. As the more common ailments were discussed then ruled out, thru the different hospitals, different doctors, the whole time watching Dave get worse & not having any answers, she has been a tower of strength for Dave. I've held her when she cried, seen her handle insurance problems & administrators, gotten called at 5:30 in the morning when he was moved to ICU with pneumonia. But every time she walked into Dave's room, she dried her eyes, put her chin up & never, ever let him see how worried she was. I'm so proud of her, anyone would be lucky to have her in their corner.
Now onto Dave, I haven't seen him in awhile, but he had a good report from the eye doctor, and this is huge, he held a utensil & raised it to his mouth 3 times before he tired out, TRUE PROGRESS!! His upper body seems to be coming back pretty well, lower body a little slower, but everyday seems to bring some positive progress. Everyone is busy trying to get the house ready for his return, which takes lots of money & hard work. The insurance says they won't pay for him to stay at Lake Aeriel, & the doctors won't sign his discharge unless the house is in order. Talk about being stuck between a rock & a hard place.
So PLEASE, PLEASE keep your encouraging posts coming to both Dave & Sharon, the response to Matt's last post was great & I know it helps them keep going.
It's truly amazing the strength one can find to fight and advocate for the one they love. As Sharon's parents I know that you're truly proud of the wonderful daughter you have raised. It speaks volumes to be strong when needed and know that its okay to crack and lean on others for support. It's been a looonnnggg road. Just remember Sharon and Dave your not walking alone. Much love...Shauna
ReplyDeleteDeb, I've said from the beginning of this nightmare that Sharon is to be admired for the fight she's putting up for Dave. The strength both of them are showing is incredible and I pray for them both to keep up the good fight.
ReplyDeleteDavid Barry, you're becoming my hero. Your fight and perseverance through this ordeal would not have been matched by many. Sharon, your strength, endurance and absolute bravery deserves a litany of praise unto itself. The love and support you have for each other is nothing short of beautiful.
ReplyDeleteThanks to all posters for letting us into this most personal of ordeals.
Be good Dave.
Matson.