FROM: Chad
Sept 14 @ 1:10 AM

Every time I talk to my mom she asks about Lea. I told her you were not too sure about publicising the ordeal, and we all respect that. However, your last email was so profound that I had to forward it. Interestingly, my parents are going through some rough times right now. I know the recent email will help. Perhaps all these little blessings added together will somehow balance the sacrifice you two are making. I’m not sure what I’m saying except that you are going through something horrible. As horrible as it is, it could be useful to others. You do not deserve to be going through it. And I don’t have a right to share and use your pain. But I did. You two are a testament to many things. I’m so proud of you. Please put mom on your distribution list. God bless you both and keep you safe.

FROM: Larry Vaughn
Sept 14 @ 4:37 AM

Stacey, Here is the email update I sent out last night. Thank you again, for your thoughtfulness.

REPLY FROM: Stacey
Sept 14 @ 4:46 PM

Absolutely my pleasure, Larry! I feel so fortunate for having met you and Lea; so truly blessed to have you in my life. It has been an honor to care for BOTH of you and I look forward to doing so in the near future, even as I move forward in my new career as a Research Coordinator at Baystate Medical Center in early October. You’ll still see me around here and there. Please know that you both have touched my heart and I am plenty glad of that.

I look forward to hearing all that Lea has to say in the coming weeks and months as she continues to progress back to the life she once shared with you and your very loving and devoted family. You both have been an inspiration to me. But you, Larry– Your unfaltering love and attentive loving care for your Beloved Lea has left me in total awe of you and of all that you do. She will make her way back to you, Larry. I just feel it.

You’ll notice the spiral insignia on my business card. I always welcome close family, friends, and special patients to join my ever-growing spiral. Welcome to you!! Please stay in touch always. Now, if I can get my act in gear by Monday, you’ll be enjoying some of my famous (in these parts anyway) Quatro Formaggio Macaroni & Cheese come Tuesday noontime.

FROM: Marjorie
Sept 14 @ 10:57 PM

My Precious Son, I am sure today was a heart wrenching experience. I am hoping this does not have to happen again very soon. We are continuing to have prayer for both of you. We know the Lord is there with you. That is really the comfort for you Lea and us. I love you my son and will pray for the strength you will need as will Lea. My loving thoughts and prayers. Hugs and Kisses, your mother…Sorry that I missed your phone call today. I arrived home around 3pm (4pm your Time. In his love!