Hey Darlin!
I can’t believe my eyes every night when I read your emails about Lea, please give her a big hug and kiss for me, and tell her how much I miss her! I went to paint class tonight, at the Library, but it just wasn’t the same. Joe was too weak to go with me, so I went by myself, and it just wasn’t right. Creston said “hi” and he is praying for all of us too.

Tonight was the first time I have picked up the brush since we left the “Hartford Hilton”, and then all I did was a Christmas card. But it felt good to loose myself in paint! I guess I should warn people that they are getting hand painted Christmas Cards this year, ( because I need the therapy). Joe has been at the Dr’s. all day today. First his family Dr., and then to Dr. Green, at the Heart Hospital for a check up, but everything is going pretty well so far.

Joe may get to go back to rehab Wed. if his blood work-up is good tomorrow, so that’s good news. Joe told you that his de-fib went off on him last Friday, didn’t he? I told him that was really a good thing, at least now we know it works, and the clot sill in his heart, hasn’t moved, because he’s still here! Anymore, I take any good news I can find!

Tell Lea to keep up the good work, I know it’s hard, but she has to think of seeing the girls at Christmas, and the rest of the family, and of course us!!! I’m ready for another lobster dinner, but I’ll wait for her, so she has to get well real soon! Love, hugs, and kisses to you all!
Pat

FROM: Angela
Oct 3 @ 5:06 PM

How blessed you both are! What a way to come back to work on Monday, to hear such great news about Lea!

Your e-mails have helped me make a conscious effort to love my family
unconditionally because life can take a turn from one day to the next. I lost my father in May and I know the emotional roller coaster involved with watching a loved one suffer….I empathize with your situation but am so glad that God gave this burden to someone that can handle it….I guess He does know what he’s doing after all, doesn’t He?

I will continue to keep the both of you in my prayers and surely God will bring Lea her strength to make it thru the next phase.

Thanks.

FROM: Shana
Oct 3 @ 8:23 PM

Hi Larry,

Just want to drop you a quick note to let you know how much I enjoyed my visit to Connecticut. Seeing you and Lea really warmed my heart. And, having her respond the way she did was the highlight of the trip.

Today, I found myself thinking a lot about you guys. Wondering what was going on and how Lea was doing. I can honestly say I wish I was still there. I appreciate you letting me share some time with Lea and I hope you were able to get a little rest while we there.

I gave everyone in the department an update this morning and they were all thrilled with the report. Please know that we are all thinking and praying for you guys constantly. I sure hope you will be able to bring Lea home soon. If there is anything at all you could use my help with, please don’t hesitate to let me know. Tell Lea I say “hi” and I miss her. I am in awe of her strength and will to survive. I always knew she was a strong person, but am just now realizing how deep that strength is!

In Christian Love.

FROM: Stacy
Oct 2 @ 11:54 PM

Larry and Lea,
I am so happy to hear the news!! What a wonderful thing it must be, Larry, I am so happy for you!! Lea, I just want to say it’s good to have you back and awake. I will keep praying that your recovery will be speedy!! I know you might be confused, but know that you are in good hands and God is still in control.

“Trust in the Lord with all you heart and lean not on your own understanding. In all your ways acknowledge him , and he will keep your paths straight.” Proverbs 3:5-6 Keep up the good work, Lea!! Way to keep the faith, Larry!! Your a great
example to us all.