Facebook post from Jenn. on Sept. 10, 2021


Today has been a really hard day for me. I’ve cried countless times with the why and the how did we get here, and with the sadness in Julian’s eyes and I can’t fix it. Being a nurse we are fixers and healers and for the first time I feel helpless to the process. I’m here to give him positive support and as much love as I can to make up for the covid restrictions in the hospital. I hate that I can be his only source of support but he feels it from all of our family and friends. I have found so much comfort in all the texts and calls I receive on a daily basis. And even if I may not get back to you, I love the texts and reaching out to check on us, I am truly blessed and speechless on the outpouring of love. Know we love you all for the prayers, and I believe that is going to be a big part of Julian’s recovery. Being at Shepherd is so unique to the normal hospital settings. Everyone here has a tragic moment in time that has forever altered their lives. It’s a club I wish we didn’t have to join but having others going through the same thing is a huge help. I have become friends with another mom on the unit, Kristen Britt O'Brien, going through a very similar injury with her 21 year old son. We have been able to cry together and just be a source of comfort in this isolation from friends and family! I’m also so grateful for the family and friends helping chris with the twins to maintain normalcy and fun with them. So even though tiday was hard, I have found strength through my family and friends. Love you all and still praying for a miracle










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