What a wonderful day!
We are all a little more light-hearted now that we know we are on our way home. Last night we decided to start our day today with breakfast in the little village of Pauatahanui at the bottom of the hill. It was the first time since the day before the accident that we ate at a restaurant! It was wonderful to be able to nibble on some "real" food. Now that we know we are going home, we have been finishing up doctor appointments (today was the only day this week without an appointment), and gathering up medical records to take home with us. This afternoon was so beautiful (sunny and warm), we just sat outside, soaked up the sun, and talked. In the course of running errands, Joe and Dave picked up NZ t-shirts, just like one would do on a "proper holiday," and we topped off the day by stopping to watch the gorgeous pink, blue, and orange sunset at Pauatahanui Inlet.
Life is good.
I hope you were all able to spend time with family today, enjoy a simple pleasure, or experience the beauty of nature.
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What I am most thankful for is that you all have SO MANY MORE wonderful days ahead of you and that you will all still be in our lives! It's been amazing to read your posts and keep up with the many steps to bring you home - but I want to hear your voices and share tears and hugs and irreverent laughter! As thankful as I am for all the help and care you have received, I can't wait to know you are safely back on Hilliard Rd. in Lakewood, Ohio, in your beautiful and welcoming house. Lake Erie's sunsets are waiting for you, too!
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Sary Mue
LOVE THE NEWS that you are coming home. That brought more than a few tears to my eyes. I will be anxious to see you but you will have to give us all the OK when you are ready. I think you will be exhausted after the trip and although you will look forward to seeing famiy and friends, you need to take it slow and do it doses. Enjoy the beauty of the countryside with the time that is left. I love you all and Drew and Ben send their love as well.
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So glad you are all able to enjoy the "normal" family moments. PLease take your time making the big trip back home and call when you need us.
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Lee and the group :)
Life IS good. It sounds like you are ready to come home and we are READY for you to come home.
ReplyDeleteEnjoy the rest of your time having a "proper holiday" with your family and know that your family here is ready to welcome you with gentle hugs and giant hearts!
Love you lots,
Sue
LuAnn and Family,
ReplyDeleteWe heard the news of your accident. We are thinking of you all and wishing you all the best. LuAnn, you've always been a favorite with my kids and they were devastated to hear the news as were we. Although the injuries and this journey have been long and hard, one or all of you could have been coming home in a different way, and it's good to hear that your family is still "in tact" and safe.
We know there are lots of challenges ahead, but please know that there are so many Avon Lake students, from the past to the present that are sending their prayers. You've touched a lot of people. Safe trip home and a speedy recovery for all of you!
Love The Guerin family,
Nancy, Jim, Graham, Evan and Claire
Dear LuAnn and Family-
ReplyDeleteI am so glad to learn that you will be returning home soon. I am happy to hear about the wonderful care you have received from the people in New Zealand. It sounds like a beautiful place to live. I hope you keep getiing opportunities to see more of the country before you head home. Please know that your Avon Lake "family" has been and will continue to pray for all of you as you recover.
Amy Manco
LuAnn & fam-
ReplyDeleteI'm so glad that you all are coming home!! How exciting. I'm also glad that you all got out a little bit as well. I am currently at work, not doing any work (surprise!). I really hope that I can take some time off and come back to the Midwest to see you all. Love and best wishes!
<3-Robyn
Got to thinking - Do you need a ride home from the airport, or someone to resupply your home with fresh items from the grocery until you are able to maneuver?? I live minutes from the airport and would be happy to help in any way to ease your return. Will you have someone - family or friend - at the house to help initially? 440/356-1428. Judy
ReplyDeleteLuAnn- Got the card you sent in yesterday's (Friday's) mail. Thanks for thinking of me! With everything else you have going on, please, please don't worry about getting me a birthday present. Seriously, you guys getting home in one piece and back to 'normal' and Mom being able to catch up with you will be presentS enough for me! We will see you when you are settled and ready and that will be great. Thanks, again! Love, Susie
ReplyDeleteLuAnn and Joe,
ReplyDeleteYou are truly special - chosen by God to experience all that you have. Please know that we have been so worried. Prayer is powerful and that is good because that is all we can do.
I hope we can hear from you soon. Safe journey home.
Love,
HR & P
LuAnn and Family,
ReplyDeleteYou are in our prayers for continued healing. We are so thankful that you are bound for home, and look forward to seeing you again. Your strength in spite of your circumstances has been inspiring.
With love and best wishes,
Paul & Amy Mitchell & family
Luann, What wonderful news that you will be returning "home" soon! Please know that everyone who hears of your ordeal is truly concerned and we are keeping all of you in our thoughts and prayers. Linda Cook sent me your blogspot and Linda B also said that she had talked to you. May your recovery continue to be speedy and your journey be safe. You are a brave and exceptional family. My best, Cheryl Kurey
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