Support Team

     Saturday evening, when we were still in shock, Jordan and Rachel stepped forward to loan us a car until we could get wheels.  A HUGE thank you!   (There is a possibility of another dear friend donating a van, which would eliminate double trips to schools, appointments, and the hospital.  So far, Nich has been gracious to be the one who stays at home, :-) )  Dar, Rick's Mom has been a constant source of strength, and a great help and comfort to Austin.
     Balloons (the latino card was for Rick's Sunday birthday, from the kids), cards (from our kids, friends, and co-workers),  flowers (orchids from Kane, specially blessed angel and lilies from Candice; small bouquet from Mary/Kane/Nich especially chosen for its cheery colors; mixed bouquet from Brittany), books (made by Austin, 12 Days of Giving;  Angel Touch from B-man), and stuffed animals (frog from Katie, pink bear/Mary, and Bacon - B-man's most favored and loved friend), Sue's daily messages of hope, and Jesse, who is in touch with/about his sister daily - what an awesome Support Team!  All these expressions of love Caren can see, and that love sustains us all.  Thank you to all, seen and unseen in our Support Team!
      To those I've failed to mention, the oversight was not intentional.  Any oversight was the product of a very long day yesterday, and a very short night.  We love and appreciate all of you!