Good Direction

Here is another update email from Todd

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Dear Friends and Family:

The outpouring of love and support has been humbling to say the least. Thank you. We feel incredibly blessed to have such wonderful people in our lives. We can literally feel your thoughts and prayers. Thank you. Thank you. Thank you. (Don’t stop.)

Here’s an update: My original note was written about 36 hours after the incident: it is now Tuesday, May 6. Preston is making what we feel is excellent progress. He has been moved from Critical Care to his own room on the Acute Therapy floor. He begins Physical and Occupational Therapy today. There is still a significant amount of pain, but it’s being managed well. When he is awake he is lucid, conversational and very upbeat. And he maintains a cute sense of humor. I can’t express how proud I am of him. He has demonstrated superb character throughout this ordeal.

Though his official prognosis is still paralysis from the waist down, his mind is in the right place. Preston is determined to work hard and get back on his feet. (That attitude alone will ensure success, regardless...) And we are 100 percent behind him, as I know all of you are. Thank you. Many of you have shared inspiring stories of people you know that have overcome incredible odds. Thank you. Most all of you have expressed your own belief in miracles and the power of the mind to heal the body. Again, thank you. As I see it, Preston has a lot going for him… faith, the right attitude and so many friends and family all of one mind and heart. Thank you. Thank you. Thank you. (Don’t stop.)

Now the real works begins. We made it through the initial crisis; we now turn down the arduous road of therapy and then onto rehab. We are not certain how long he will be in Acute Therapy, some have said maybe two weeks. Then he moves to Rehab. Again, we’re uncertain for how long, as it depends on progress.

My family is incredible, quickly adapting to this new (and temporary) normal and preparing for the next phase of normal that will surely come, but always pulling together on this incredible, albeit inconceivable, journey. I am so proud of them.

Best to all of you,

Todd and Stephanie & Family
PS. I can’t say much about the crime investigation, (some have asked) but know that the Avondale police department is pursuing it; and they are determined to apprehend the perpetrators. They have been very compassionate and a pleasure to work with.

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Preston sounds like he is moving in the right direction no matter the outcome or hard road.
Also I spoke with Steph today and she said that it might be good for us to direct our prayers to asking the Lord to bless Preston with a therapist that he can connect with. Someone that will motivate him when it feels too hard to keep trying.