Its brother Aaron again-
I spent the night with Myles last night. He was so excited when I showed up with some of his favorite movies from home (can you believe He Loves Lucy?). Amongst other good things are I fed him some chicken fingers and fries, some jello, and tried giving him some graham crackers. He thought those tasted like cardboard. I also snuck him in some candy but don't tell the nurses. And best of all I got to hear him laugh again.
Although we were able to get in a couple laughs it was not all fun and games. Since he is not able to move his arms to scratch himself- and he itches a LOT- we had to be on constant scratch duty on his face. We apparently weren't doing a good job of it because he called us "dysfunctional scratchers". The hard times is where he itched in places we could not help him out due to all of the dressing and gause. Most of his body looks like a mummy. So all he could do was struggle through the discomfort and pain. Every time I could not help him I was reminded of my worst mistake of my life. I can't talk to him about it because I need to be strong for him- which is exactly what I did. But it still broke my heart... well this blog is about him not me.
All in all it was a wonderful second night after surgery. Every time I look at him pushing through I am in awe at how strong of a person he is. I know before all of this I was someone he looked up to for many things. Now I look up to him.Thank you everyone for all of your continued support and prayers. I believe it is truly making a difference.
-Aaron
9 comments:
Aaron and family:
First, I want you to know that my thoughts and prayers are with Myles and your family each and every day. I saw Myles smiling on the local news the other day and his strength was obvious. I know from personal experience that children are much more resilient than we know and Myles will come out of this a stronger, better person.
Aaron: Please remember to take care of yourself too. We haven't talked much, but I have been through many very difficult situations during the past 10 years and it can be too easy to blame yourself. I don't know what the status of your faith is, but please consider this verse:
And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose.
Romans 8:28
It has taken me too many years to notice one small word in that statement... the word ALL. All of the events of our lives, both good and bad, occur to make us and those around us better. When you are living in the midst of a difficult situation it is impossible to see the good that will come of it, but in time it will come. Often it is the difficult times that make the most difference in our lives for the better. Take care and know there are many people praying for your family.
If I can do anything to help or lighten your burden, please ask. You can reach me at balloonist33@hotmail.com.
Chris Lynch
Myles~
This is Dave Lopez mom. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. From what I have already read it sounds like you are a Big I Love Lucy Fan (she is the best). I would love to send you the collection that I have and I hope that you enjoy watching it as much as I have. Please also post which books you like to read or puzzle books you like to do. I would love to send you something to do. Dave has said SO many good things about you and how wonderful of a friend you are to him.
Keep up the good spirits!
Sheryl Couts
Myles,
So you have all the nurse wrapped around your finger eh ?? Thats good, a good looking kid like you should have it that way. Sounds like your getting the royal treatment there.Kim says HI. She talked D&B into donating some feed for the animals so when I go to do the chores tonight I will drop it off. I think Suzie is going to grab the dogs for they are tearing up the back yard pretty bad. They miss not having you around to play with.Came home wed. after work and are black cow had her calf out in the pasture. It was a surprise to both of us. She is black with a white face and two black circles around both of her eyes.Kim has a rabbit show at Karcher Mall tomorrow morn. so we are going to go to that and see how she does. She has baby bunnies popping out all over in the barn.Sherry, Aron, Tuyet, if there is anything else that you guys can think of that needs to be done would you let me know and I will take care of it. You guys hang in there and keep strong. You are a very close nit family and your strength will pull you through this. Myles if you get that cell phone and you get a chance give me a call I would love to chat with you. Well hang in there little buddy for we still got lots to do when you get out and about. Love you guys alot and take care our thoughts and prayers are with you daily. Love Randy and Kim
Aaron-You are a great big brother and someone I will always look up to. Everyone makes mistakes but you know how to turn them into learning experiences and look at the bright side. That is something to be proud of. You have a strong character and a good soul. I love you very much and I am so glad that you are laughing with Myles. However, you need to improve your scratching skills. I love you and I hope everything works out for you.
Mommy-You are so strong. Emotionally and physically. You are so creative and intelligent that you can find a way to make anything work out. You are selfless. I know that you are doing everything in your power to help your sons through this, but please make time for yourself. If anyone deserves it, you do. I love you and I hope that you take some time to heal your own wounds.
Myles-It makes me so happy to read the posts and know that you're doing so well. I love that you have so many friends leaving comments for you, too. I always figured that you were the most popular kid in ID, but now I know for sure. I knew that if anyone could recover from this as well as you have, it would be you. You are so strong. Tell Aaron to sneak more candy in from me. Give your mom, aunt, brother, and Tuyet kisses from me and have them to give you kisses from me, too.
I wish I could come see you. I'm working on the budget right now to see if we'd be able to swing it. I love you all so much and it makes me so happy to know that you are all hanging in there so well. I love you!! Give me a call anytime!! 915-309-4574
Hey,
Just wanted to make sure that you knew that this was your big sister, Jenna!!
whats up myles we all miss you in mr.lileks class by the way he is still just as crazy as when you were there and he is making us do all the hard work while ur gone see you soon.
from kayla e.
HeY THeRe MYLeS,
iM SURe Y0U D0NT KN0W Me, BUT MY FATHeR W0RKeD WiTH Y0UR M0M.(iM 15 YeARS 0LD). He T0LD Me WHAT HAPPeNeD...AND i LiTeRALLY CRiED. i KN0W iTS EMBARRASiNG BUT iTS TRUe. THAT NiGHT i PRAYED F0R Y0UR SAFeTY AND F0R Y0UR SURGURY. AND WHeN i HeAReD THAT Y0U MADe iT THR0UGH Y0UR SURGeY...i PRAYED AND THANKeD G0D. i'Ve ReAD THAT Y0U ARe iMPR0ViNG...AND THAT AWeS0Me T0 HeAR! :) i H0Pe THAT Y0U C0NTiNUe T0 IMPR0Ve AS TiME G0eS 0N. THiS G0ES T0 SH0W THAT THeRe ReALLY iS A G0D AND HeS WATCHiNG 0VeR Y0U AND Y0UR FAMiLY. H0PeFULLY 0Ne DAY i WiLL ACTUALLY GeT T0 See Y0U WALKiNG AND LiViNG Y0UR LiFE THE WAY Y0U WANT T0. i WiLL C0NTiNUE T0 KEEP Y0U AND Y0UR FAMiLY iN MY PRAYERS AND CL0Se T0 MY HeART♥ G0D BLeSS.
L0VE,
ALeANDRA MARQUeZ
HeY THeRe MYLeS,
iM SURe Y0U D0NT KN0W Me, BUT MY FATHeR W0RKeD WiTH Y0UR M0M.(iM 15 YeARS 0LD). He T0LD Me WHAT HAPPeNeD...AND i LiTeRALLY CRiED. i KN0W iTS EMBARRASiNG BUT iTS TRUe. THAT NiGHT i PRAYED F0R Y0UR SAFeTY AND F0R Y0UR SURGURY. AND WHeN i HeAReD THAT Y0U MADe iT THR0UGH Y0UR SURGeY...i PRAYED AND THANKeD G0D. i'Ve ReAD THAT Y0U ARe iMPR0ViNG...AND THAT AWeS0Me T0 HeAR! :) i H0Pe THAT Y0U C0NTiNUe T0 IMPR0Ve AS TiME G0eS 0N. THiS G0ES T0 SH0W THAT THeRe ReALLY iS A G0D AND HeS WATCHiNG 0VeR Y0U AND Y0UR FAMiLY. H0PeFULLY 0Ne DAY i WiLL ACTUALLY GeT T0 See Y0U WALKiNG AND LiViNG Y0UR LiFE THE WAY Y0U WANT T0. i WiLL C0NTiNUE T0 KEEP Y0U AND Y0UR FAMiLY iN MY PRAYERS AND CL0Se T0 MY HeART♥ G0D BLeSS.
L0VE,
ALeANDRA MARQUeZ
Hey Little Brother,
My heart goes out to you and your family. It devastated me to hear about what happened. I speak with Aaron every now and then and he keeps me updated. You have grown into a quite a good looking young man. I hope everything goes well with your recovery. God Speed to you and your family.
Love you much Little Brother,
Nate Patopoff
If there is anything i can do for you please let me know
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