Tonight was superb ... one of Conor's workmate / soccer buddies dropped by to visit. Conor was very responsive. Frankie plays soccer with Conor and said something along the lines of "go deep buddy -- deep ball". Conor turned his head towards Frankie, raised his broken hand ... and proceeded to "give props" (for us old timers ... a high five). I wish I had a picture of the look on Frankie's face ... pure unadulterated joy. Needless to say ... I was "verklempt". Conor's buds were all at the hospital ... Matt, Derek, Randy, Corey, Marshy, Jess and Brittany ... and had to be lectured by the nurse (and me) about keeping him up so late.
Ciaran had his first visit since Saturday night and was duly impressed by what he saw ... I believe his response was something along the lines of ... "they had us all worried for nothing". They're hoping to repair the "slits" in his legs tomorrow ... the slits (called fasciotomies) were there to allow the incredible amount of fluid building up in his calf to escape. The slits are something to see ... they're talking about skin grafts to seal them up. He's gonna have some pretty impressive scars to talk about ....
They're also talking about moving him from ICU to the Trauma Ward ... a step down in care but a step up on the journey to recovery. This should happen either tomorrow or Friday ... don't worry ... I'll post the details. Same floor ... just down the hall.
Good night ... God bless ... and keep those good vibes comin'
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Good God! Conor's fine. He seemed to be healing fast! Good to hear that and I'm so exicted! Can't wait till he's all well again. <3
Rose, Conor, Ciaran. <3
I was so happy to know that Conor is actually able to hear and open his eyes. :)
It was a great feeling to react to what we were saying. He's a trooper. He will make it. <3
I will see you guys soon. <3
Whoo hooo - Rose I hope you had that Drambuie (or two) you have been talking about!
Conor yeah! Blubbering all the while I am writing this - looks like your meeting the road to recovery head on - you go!
Ciaran - your humor as always so well timed - thanks for the laugh!
Hugs to all,
Kathleen
This is so wonderful to hear.
It'll be fantastic to have him back at his old sarcastic self soon. <3
He's way too strong not to pull through this. He'll be fine, of course it needs some time, but he'll be up running very soon. He's wonderful, he really is. You've done a pretty good job raising him.
Hi Conor. You are a trooper. I am so happy to hear you are getting better each day. I'll be checking in again later. BJ, Pat and Katie are rooting for you too.
Love always,
Auntie Diane
xoxoxo
So glad to hear that Conor (and family) are doing well. Not only does Conor come from strong stock but the circle of loving family and friends can only help make things better. I hesitate to point out Conor that as you get better young ladies will find it irresitable to help nurture you back to health. Get well soon:<}
I'm glad that there is somewhere I can go for updates to ease the worry.
SOO glad to hear that Conor is doing well, and improving day by day.<33 Keep up the good work Conor!
OH..And by the Wayy..I think you'll be pleased when you get better, because everyone knows that chicks dig scars! <3
Chantal <3
Hey... Glad to hear Conor is making progress. He is dearly missed at the LCBO.. Glad ya ok bro. Makes ya think anything can happen in a wink of an eye. Hope ya feeling better man
PEACE
Years ago I wacthed the movie the crow (and still watch it to this day) anyway it touched me in a way I cant really explain. What touched me the most was a speech that was said at the end of the movie. It (somewhat) put life into perspective for me. I just thought I would share it with ya all......
Because we do not know when we will die we come to think of life as an inexhaustible well.
Everything happens only a certain nubmer of times, and its a very small number really
How many time will you rmember a certain afternoon of your childhood?
an afternoon that is so deeply a apart of your being that you cant even conceive of your life with out it?
perhaps four, five times more? perhaps not even that.
how many more times will you watch the full moon rise?
perhaps twenty .... and yet it all seems limitless
Rose
I was so sorry to hear of Conor's accident and so very pleased to read this wonderful blog and to discover how well he (and you!) are doing. Our love and thoughts and best wishes - and good Karma - from New Delhi.
Victoria, David, Alex and Charlotte
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