Some days, I don’t have many words… (shocking, I know.)
I hope this picture tells the 1000 I can’t say .
For a start: His eyes are open. He is handsome. He seems peaceful but tired. He is learning to breathe again. He has come a very long way. And he has a very long way to go.
God bless this man.
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Chris and I went and visited tonight for a bit. I just felt the urge to worship. Love you guys… My family pray’s for yours every night. He’s got to wake up now, so we can finish their fun stamping site!
Yes, something to look forward to! 🙂 Who knows, perhaps Chris can bring that massive stamping machine into his long-term recovery room in order to save on ‘rent’. 🙂
Thank you for this picture of Vernon and for repeatedly opening your lives to us. We feel privileged to be part of this journey with you.
Thanks Marilyn. It was a long day with ups and downs…but I’ve decided they have added to an UP. 🙂 Too much to process to the public yet, but the blog has given me some accountability to record for Vernon, myself, and for our extended family… otherwise, I might forget the details.
We prayed for you all, specially for Vernon, in our prayer meeting at church again, and others prayed in the prayer room. Thank you for sharing, that is what our Lord wants us to do: share the ups and down of life, have compassion for each other, laugh together and cry together. sending you hugs, I wish I could this in person, but this has to do
Thank you, Ingrid. I have received letters from your church in AZ and I have also received your cards in that famous green ink! I am sorry I haven’t written to thank you yet…but they mean so much. Also big thanks to Sylvia, who has been a constant source of encouragement. I love your family. Hugs to Wolfgang too! xo
Play worship music for him, help him find the calm in the storm that his body is doing to him. You are in our prayers.
Thank you…yes, that helps. He has had musicians come and play for him every day this week, and more are coming in tomorrow. He deeply connects to that in an obvious way. What a powerful thing to witness.
I’m not sure if it was the right thing to post to the public. I have tried to keep his dignity intact to some degree (though he may disagree with me later!) I realize a lot of people are uncomfortable looking suffering in the face. But if I had posted pictures from before, they would realize how far he has come. The eyes are the windows to the soul…and the look in his eyes says more than I can express.
Thank you for sharing this, and for the glimpse into what he has been through and continues to battle. I felt God prompting me to pray for blessings to pour over you and Vernon last night, so I echo your last sentence. Amen. 🙂
Oh I think he looks so good! Thank you for the photo. Your web site is very loving and honoring and compels me/us to pray-I love you Vernon and Allison!
Oh, Allison. You are incredible. Thank you for sharing. Many prayers throughout the day.
Yes, please God bless Vernon. And I pray his healing continues moving in a positive direction. <3 to you dear Ali.
oh Alisson xx i have now words right now xx
I didn’t want to alarm you with a picture…but maybe it will help you feel closer, like you are in the room, when you feel too far away. He will only continue to move forward, Sister. Hugs to you!
Our Lord was in the desert for 40 days and then his mission began in ernest. I hope this day 41 holds the promise of emerging from the desert wasteland, and a new phase of this journey. Hugs & prayers.
What a significant picture! Thanks for that. I love it. I must give you a call soon…still trying to sort out my new information. Looks like we will be staying in hospital a little longer…which works for me!
Youre right, he looks a lot better, about half as tired as on the last Picture I saw. Maki saw this one and smiled before he went back to skylanders. Youre right to put this picture up. Lots of love and Big hug.
Thanks for saying so, Synnove. Of course his family (Maki and those in the UK) crossed my mind as I hesitated to post. But I figured if Justine was able to handle it, Maki could too! 🙂 Honesty will continue to be our strength as we help guide the kids through this. I am pleased it got a smile out of Maki! 🙂 Now I’m smiling too! Hugs back to you all!
Its amazing how much just tiny things mean in this, and a smile! Good thing Vernons used to you taking Pictures all the time! Even I had to get used to it. Love.
I have only written once … I don’t know this man “Vernon” … and when I opened to read my favorite “book”, I saw this picture… and I without hesitation envisioned myself kissing his forehead … what a beautiful, beautiful picture …. He is LOVE … and so are all of you … thank you for inviting me to your journey … I don’t know why I am visiting … but I am grateful for it …
Thank you for that, such a sweet comment. Yes, I know what you mean…he has the look of a wounded hero in a classic painting to me…or novel…either way, he is EPIC and beautiful. 🙂 Thank you for seeing him that way too.
I LOVE the photo. You’re right Allison, it says so much to us all. His eyes are magical, and if they could speak he would say, “Thank you. Thank you all so much for loving me, praying for me, supporting me.” Trust your instincts Allison, you knew it was time to share with everyone Vernon’s soul.
We are praying for him daily. when he wak up, he will have story to tell on Gods love.
We love you. Patrick&talar.
My what a lovely picture. Thank you for sharing. He looks relaxed and peaceful. Prayers are flowing for you all.
He does look peaceful. I have only heard of a devastating injury such as this years after the person recovered. It’s amazing to see all the monumental effort toward recovery put forth on all sides including from Vernon himself. Thanks for sharing his journey.
thanks for reading, my sweet Jen friend! xoxo
This photo of your precious husband needs no words, my sweet friend. Hang in there. Always praying for you both.
Thank you for this photo Allison. It’s hard to look at but I needed to see it. I am praying he continues to find his way back a little
more each day.He looks exhausted like a warrior after an epic battle.
HI Abi. I have been thinking all week that he looks like the hero of that famous David paining, The Death of Marat. But of course, instead he is alive and well! Still heroic, though!
he does look peaceful, yes, and tired too. thank you for showing us how far he has come. i imagine you feel you too have come a long, long way. he is very lucky to have you by his side helping him to move on even more each day. thank you for your wonderful posts – the first thing i want to see every day. hugs and prayers continue…
<3 journaling is so therapeutic…..for you, and for your family ……and even for us who can't be there daily …..we can be here for you……You and vernon are always on my mind & in my prayers.
Allison, I just caught up with Vernon’s progress. I send you all my love and energy. Words fail but know that you and your family are in my heart. Let your heart fill with the light that this was all meant for a higher spiritual purpose; to deepen your karma, to deepen your journey, to deepen your life. And to share with others the experience of pure grace under pressure.
Only God knows, but it’s all good. God bless you and Vernon, Justine and Maki
and all love, Annette