Phew!! What a Week
Sorry it has been so long since a new posting has gone up. Gabe (and Brooke and an army of caring helpers) have been scurrying around almost as busy as Santa’s elves.
Last Thursday was packing day at G&B’s house and All My Sons was hired to do the vast majority of the packing. Friday afternoon Tony Stuart Moving sent a crew and moving van to the house to load, move and then unload at G&B’s new apartment all their basic household items. Mr. Stuart provided this service at no cost.
Saturday found more of Santa’s elves loading non-basic items (don’t we all accumulate way more than we use on a regular basis?) into trucks and trailers and delivering them to storage sites in Indy, Raccoon Lake and the Fort Wayne area. As all this was going on, Brooke began unpacking at the apartment. Anyone who has ever moved knows what a seemingly never-ending task that can be.
As all these moving chores were in the works Gabe continued a rigorous therapy schedule at Hook. He also has been fitted for his chair and it should be constructed and to him within ninety days or so. Gabe also selected equipment needed to assist him at home as he starts this next chapter in his life.
Yesterday–”free at last, free at last” — Gabe was released from the rehab center and headed to his new home. He stopped by Goose the Market to say hello and thank you to his co-workers, and while in the neighborhood went next door for a long awaited hair cut at Salon Orange Moon.
Gabe is looking foward to seeing a lot of his friends tonite at the Night of Rock and Roll Benefit. He will be getting into Recess on a more regular basis as it approaches opening day.
We thank each and every one of you who has helped Gabe and his family through this first part of the journey. Your prayers and thoughts and energy have carried and uplifed us all. Your gifts of time, and hugs, and well-wishes, and your shoulders that have caught our tears have been invaluable. Your contributions to the Gabe Jordan Trust Fund will help allow Gabe to move on into the next phase of his life and recovery.
“There is a sacredness to tears. They are not the mark of weakness, but of power. They speak more eloquently than ten thousand tongues. They are messengers of overwhelming grief…and unspeakable love.” Washington Irving
Our thanks, love and best wishes for the upcoming holidays to you all.
Mom and Dad
Gabe we are thrilled with your progress. You are in our prayers daily and will continue to be. What a beautiful family you have. It’s so strange to see you all grown up and with a family. My memories are of a child running over to see us from your grandparents.
Best wishes come your way from all the Beavers–your cheering group from Pennsylvania
So glad to hear you are heading home! Home being wherever family is! BEst of luck with the fundraiser tonight!
I continue to send love your way, Gabe. So glad you are home!
Gabe, I’m so happy to hear that you are heading home and will be with your family again. Although I am sure that this next chapter in life will present a lot of challenges, I know that you will take these in stride. You and Brooke and Ezra are all in my thoughts and I wish you all nothing but a smooth transition ahead.
In Peace,
Jessica
What a week is right..Keep up the good work at therapy Gabe! You have not only survived but done so with the utmost grace. I’m so proud of you and your entire family for their amazing strength. We are continuing to pray for you and definitely sending you our mojo
Sure wish we could make it to the benefit tonight but will certainly be thinking of you!
May God continue to bless you and your family. Merry, Merry Christmas!!!
So great to see you both the other day at the salon! I am still recovering from the wonderful surprise
Let me know if you need a ride anywhere, I am off Monday and Thursday in January, and Tuesday and Thursday after that!
Atta Boy Gabe!
So incredibly glad to hear you have been released and headed home! Carrie, Meadow and I wish you the best on your many upcoming transitions. You and your wife have shown to be full of great strength and tenacity. You will be in our thoughts throughout the holiday season! Take care, so glad you are home.
Love,
Shawn Carrie and Meadow
Thinking of you all and wishing you a great holiday! Your new place is literally 1 minute walking distance from me! So please, please let me know if there is ANYTHING I can do! I look forward to visiting you in the near future. God bless you and your family. Jen
Wishing you and your family and very Merry Christmas! I am so happy for you that you will celebrate it at home with your family. Can’t wait to see you back at work.