Today, Aron greeted me with a big smile. We sat outside enjoying the sunshine, as I told him stories, and we played thumb war (he always manages to beat me). Aron responds to funny anecdotes and jokes, and I think he even gives me a pity laugh for jokes that are only mildly funny. It is such an amazing blessing that God has given him the ability to laugh and to communicate to a greater degree.
Aron has continued to progress, especially in terms of his ability to interact. Through this painfully slow recovery, the Aron who we all know and love is still there. His personality, humor, and wit shines through. Visiting, even for just a bit, brightens his day and blesses him and his family. But even more so, Aron is a blessing to his visitors. Aron understands what’s going on, he recognizes his friends, and he communicates the best he can.
Thank you to everyone who has continued to visit Aron and support his family. For those of you who have been unable to visit, I want to encourage you to drop by when you have time. This isn’t meant to make anybody feel guilty. I understand that sometimes it’s a hassle to make the trip, and other times it’s just plain difficult. It hurts to see Aron different than the way we all remember him. But even though it might be painful at first, it’s worth it. If you haven’t visited for a while, you’ll be surprised by Aron’s progress.
Here are a few practicalities regarding visiting:
- Please sign the calendar in Aron’s room – that way Aron’s parents don’t have to play a guessing game with the nurses to find out who visited.
- Aron is able to signal “yes” or “no” by placing his tongue in his cheek. The left side means “yes,” the right side means “no,” and if he wags his tongue back and forth that means “I don’t know” (this was his communication creation). You can remind him to respond with these signals when you ask a question.
- For those of you who haven’t been able to visit before, Aron is in Room 102 at the Little Company of Mary Sub Acute Facility in San Pedro. The address is: 1322 W. 6th Street, San Pedro, CA 90732.
Thank you for your prayers, support and encouragement. You’re a blessing.
Amy
Be joyful in hope, patient in affliction, faithful in prayer. Share with God’s people who are in need. – Romans 12:12-3.
