Can it be possible that we have been home for almost ten days? So much has happened, so many emotions, I feel like a bus ran over me, backed up and ran over me again. Tired. Dead tired. Grateful. Eternally grateful.
Max was released last Friday, and we arrived home in time to invite some friends to join us for a celebratory dinner and movie. Max was so happy to be out of his cage. He faded early, but it was a happy fade. The next few days was a whirlwind of visitors - we had an open house for friends and family, and were pretty much mobbed and really enjoyed the visits. The Divine YaYa's of Moab (my girlfriend group) made sure we had plenty of food, games, visits and even housekeepers (thanks Val and Laura). It was a sweet time to return with minimal stress and loving arms embracing us every moment. The local radio and tv stations had "welcome home Max" ads, the Times Independent Newspaper did an article (www.moabtines.com) and the school had Welcome Home Max on their billboard. We felt good coming home. Thank you, Moab.
At church, we saw the family of the boy who hit Max. The boy is in custody, but it was very painful to see the family and know how much they are suffering. We still have our boy, but they have lost theirs for now and don't know what the future holds. May God strehgthen and bless this good family and may our community reach out with love and support so we can all heal together.
Today was our re-entry into the world. Max went to school on a modified schedule, and David and I went back to work. It was impossible not to get completely overwhelmed by everything that must be done. Bills are late, house and refrigerators are a mess, my to-do list has reached an all-time record of four typewritten pages... and frankly, we are all emotionally exhausted.
This week will be our time to rebalance, assess and gather our strength and resources for the next hurdle - the legal and insurance nightmare which will soon be upon us. How to approach? What to do? Choices that mean consequences for us and others will be weighty. Our deepest thanks to family, friends and the Universe for holding us in your hearts.
From our house at sunset
Mountain of God - from vZ's mountain house
You guys have certainly been well taken care of from everyone; from Heavenly Father to the doctors and nurses,to your friends and family and even strangers. I know it has been a extremely painful road but at the same time it has been full of such wonderful blessings. It's weird how you can have the extreme of both, isn't it? Hugs to you all.
ReplyDeleteJeanne,
ReplyDeleteThis is Berta Boyack Webb, Heidi's friend. I just got in contact with Shahara and she let me know what had happened and I have been reading all the family blogs. I am so sorry for what you have been going through. Your posts are so wonderful and you are an amazing example to all of us. I will keep you all in my prayers and pray that your beautiful boy will continue with his remarkable recovery. Much love and God bless.
Jeanne, David, and Max,
ReplyDeleteI cried this morning when I read through your blog. What a sweet and special family you have. We are so thankful that Max is home and doing well. Cheers for Max. I think of our trip with you all as such a blessing and a little window of opportunity. Once in a lifetime. Yet how many hearts were touched by meeting and spending time with so many wonderful people. Our thoughts and prayers continue to be with you and your family. Take care and God Bless. Arlene and David Sargis
PS: I thought your sister's journal of her alone but not lonely time was very sweet.