Today was Andrew's trip home. He saw pretty much all of his teammates from Cal crew. Organizing repatriation was extremely complex and now it will be easier. Thanks for everyone who stepped in with everything from well-wishes to transportation and then to the favour of the admitting physician and of course to Mike K for that connection.
Andrew is moving through the expected stages of brain recovery and things have gone from terrible in the first few hours to very promising 14 fast days later.
Finally, over the next weeks family and friends will want to visit. Andrew's life will require structure. Marcie will create part of that structure and will let family and friends know when it will be appropriate to visit. Andrew's energy will be all about strengthening his brain and we will be all about the energy to create that environment. Marcie may become a little protective regarding visitors but understand there will be time for visitors as time goes on.
Thanks everyone. Now Marcie gets to be the blogger starting monday
What an amazing journey Andrew and your family have been through! Its hard to believe it has been 2 weeks. When the time is right, we can't wait to see you guys. Continued best wishes and prayers. Thanks again for the blog. It's wonderful technology, and very comforting!
ReplyDeleteLots of love, Tony, Susan, Tiana, and Mateo
Wow. Congratulations on getting him north. What an ordeal. Anything you need to help create that positive environment for recovery, please let us know. Steve
ReplyDeleteWelcome Home. What a relief to get the bureaucratic hoops lined up. We are so impressed with the strides Andrew has made over the last two weeks and with the support that you are giving him. Let us know if there is anything at all we can do.
ReplyDeleteThe Digneys
That's the best news! We are so glad that all your family will finally be together and that you finally get Andrew home. We're sending all our love up north .
ReplyDeletexoxox Susie, Ron, Zack, TJ, Alie, Torie and Hannah Laher
So very pleased to hear you are home and Andrew has progressed so amazingly well. What an ordeal for all of you. Wishing Andrew continued success and strength as the journey continues. Please do not hesitate to call if I can be of any assistance. Would love to be able to help out in any way. Warmest regards. The Grunlund/Taylor bunch.
ReplyDeleteSo happy you're home-- always the perfect place for healing! Looking forward to hearing more good news on Andrew's progress.
ReplyDeleteAll the best--
The Kolbe Family
Thank you for allowing the team to visit Andrew today. It was very human and emotionally generous of you all. We will look forward to Andrews progress from home. As there is sure no place at home to get bacon! Cheers to you Andrew!
ReplyDeleteJust heard about the accident today - I'm relieved to read that you seem to be progressing well Andrew! My thoughts are with you and your family, and I'm cheering from the deck.
ReplyDeleteAndrew, you are very strong. As are your parents. We all wish you a very speedy recovery.
ReplyDeleteDave and Jody
Thinking of you and your family with strong positive thoughts for your recovery
ReplyDeleteLiz and Gary Astill along the way on Dickinson Road
Congratulations on navigating the most excruciating 2 weeks of your lives so very well. A better outcome could not be expected. You should be so proud of yourselves. Go Andrew Go.
ReplyDeletemarg
Welcome home Andrew! Wishing you all a well-deserved rest.
ReplyDeleteSarah and the boys
Yea back on home turf!!Hope the trip wasn't too overwhelming and you are settling in to a new routine.Now we all really can help so ask away,
ReplyDeletebacon muffins here we come...and
we look forward to Marcie's blogs as we did Steve's!
much love,
jennifer,Blair,Tara and Amy
So glad to hear you are back home. Anything we can do, just ask. We would love to help out in any way we can.
ReplyDeleteLove and best wishes,
Kate David and Ben
Home! I'm stoked! Hopefully, you're enjoying a bit of a well deserved rest. You are one of the strongest families I've ever known, you deserve all the good fortune in the world. The blog updates are much appreciated- You are amazing people, I'm glad you're finally getting the luck you deserve again. All the best, hope to see you again soon; if you ever need extra hands around the house. Feel free ask.
ReplyDeleteMike
"There's no place like home" ...... a big welcome back to you all.
ReplyDeleteAs you settle into a new routine know we are here for you and ready to help out in any way.
Keeping you in our thoughts and sending you lots of positive energy .
Much love,
Jennifer, John , Alexander, Sophie and Emma
Home at last.... How sweet it is!
ReplyDeleteAll the best from all of us to you!
Dave, Les, Tim, and Kelly
We are so happy you are now home! There is no place like it! We are so happy that Andrew is progressing so well. Our thoughts are with you all and if you need anything please let us know!
ReplyDeleteKeep up the good work Andrew!
Ed, Leslie, Jacob and Erin
Happy to see you are coming home! Best wishes from all of us and we hope the rest of your recovery goes just as well as the start! Our thoughts and prayers are with you and if you guys need anything at all don't hesitate to contact us.
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The Marbacks
Welcome home!
ReplyDeletePlease do not hesitate to call if you need anything.
Marcie, I am sure you have become a fabulous nurse but I (Jacquie) am happy to offer you my nursing skills if you need a rest!
Jacquie,Richard, Andrew and James
Glad to have you home and doing well! :) Big (HUG)!! to all of you!
ReplyDeleteContinue your amazing progress Andrew!
With love and support,
Bre
Welcome home Andrew!! Such great news.
ReplyDeleteLucien and Kimiko