I want to thank everyone once again for all of the prayers for Uncle John. He is able to fight so hard because of the amazing person he is, but also because of the many people supporting him through love and prayer on a daily basis.
Here is the latest update from Aunt Maureen sent yesterday:
Uncle John enjoyed a busy day today. Gavin spent the night at the hospital with John last night. Since Matt and Gavin were on spring break, they both spent a good amount of time filling in brackets preparing for March Madness.. If this had to happen, it was so considerate of the Lord to pick the time of March Madness and the Master's Golf tournament for John to have a front row seat with the T.V. John has joked that he might have a new career as a "bracketologist". Today there were also plenty of jokes about John's new Elvis Presley hairdo. (It's been two months since John had his last haircut.)
John has done very well since the trach was removed. Yesterday, he fatigued alittle easier after alot of conversation, but today he enjoyed visiting with old friends and family and Fr. Bryce. He seemed to really enjoy these visits. He sat up in a chair twice for an hour each time. His energy seems to be improving with each day. The highlight of today was John bending his left arm and working his biceps as he and Matt call it. This is the first time John has been able to pull his arm up toward his chest. Everyone in the room cheered ! John told me tonight, he is determined to work as hard as he can to get back as much as he can since his stroke.
Tomorrow is a big day! John is moving to the acute rehab center at Virginia Hospital Center! He will be doing 3 hours of therapy per day. Please continue to pray that John's will to fight through the challenges that lie ahead will remain strong. We are so grateful for his sense of humor and his acceptance of God's will. John told me this weekend, he believes that God looked in His book of John's life and said Your work is not finished and sent him back to us. Thank You God for second chances.
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Wow! A big move ahead! Great to hear John is improving steadily and regaining his physical strength. He never lost his emotional and spiritual strength, thank God! We are still praying hard and sending best wishes you way. We missed you on St Patrick's Day, but will make up for it one day soon! Our love to all the Hannans.
ReplyDeleteBetsy and Gary
I love you Uncle John! It has been so wonderful to follow your progress. Keep working on your Popeye arm ;) Last time I saw you, you were speaking without sound. I hope to hear your voice soon, but I am so glad that your family can hear you now. You have taught me the value in determination, motivation, and hope. The same qualities I see in Matt, especially.
ReplyDeleteP.S. I am learning ways to help you through occupational therapy. Care to be my guinea pig?
Love,
Shannon
Mr Hannan,
ReplyDelete2nd chances truly are a wonderful gift; you have become an inspiration to all your "blog followers." Keep up the hard work!
Love,
Kelly Greaney
Mr. Hannan,
ReplyDeleteI hope you are getting stronger. Tell Matt to keep working you hard. I will visit when I get back from Syracuse. I hope you have the Orange in your final four!
Take Care,
Danny Barry
Dear John and Maureen and Family,
ReplyDeleteHappy Easter! What a joy to hear you are home and I send our love and prayers --of thanks to God for His never failing providence.
Love
Peggy and Leo