I just came across this quote now:
The greatest healing therapy is friendship and love.
Hubert H. Humphrey, Jr.
Don’t know who Hubert H Humphrey, Jr. was but his name is impressive-looking enough to convince us that he knows what he is talking about. I could have said the same thing, as I truly believe it, but since I’m not ancient/famous/dead, it just wouldn’t carry the same weight. What is it about QUOTATION MARKS that just give a thought that extra je ne se quois?
(Ok…enough of my commentary on internet-quotes from impressive sounding strangers*, and on to our own living smart-guy, Vernon Adams, and his current world.)
The other day, Vernon and company were pleasantly surprised by a visit from one of his pals, Joe. Not only did Joe bring a ukulele and an original song, he brought this handmade link-toy, that Vernon can eventually move into different shapes, like this giraffe here. Joe calls it a “Zen Toy.”
The toy has already turned out to be quite a practical little gift as the last couple of days Vernon has been working hard to grasp and lift it. Here is a little video of his progress. He may not be Hubert Horatio Humphrey, but I couldn’t be more impressed with him if he was. (Note to self: soon he will be able to throw that thing at me…maybe I shouldn’t make him work with it TOO much.)
I also managed to capture Joe’s beautiful gift of song on video. Thanks for everything, Joe. Your gifts keep on giving.
https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?v=10152210374756491&set=vb.535626490&type=2&theater¬if_t=like
*Hubert Horatio Humphrey, Jr. was an American politician who served as the 38th Vice President of the United States under President Lyndon B. Johnson, from 1965 to 1969.(Wikipedia)
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Great news! Friendship and love, that’s some good medicine. 🙂
Absoultly precious. That song is such a sweet message in a bottle. What amazing gifts. Sending love and power your way-
Yes, friendship and love can heal, the best therapy…ever!!!! Praying Vernon can throw that “Zen Toy” very, very soon! But of course not at you!!! Vernon is lifting up souls!
That Zen toy is perfect as is Joe’s song. Praying for you lots.
OMG!! AMAZING AMAZING , JUST AMAZING !!! i so needed to see this of my brother, i was hitting such a low, COME ON VERN!! thankyou for sharing this Allison ..thankyou to all your /his amazing friends xx love you xx
I got such a big smile and so much joy seeing Vernon lift that toy, it is a real advance. Also I notice much more eye movement. Allison you are sooooo patient, it makes me crazy that it is taking so long and you have such a wonderful attitude. God bless you all, I pray for you daily.
Maki told me I had to look at the film on the blog today, and we are very happy and exited to see Vernon being able to hold and lift!. The Zen toy is perfect. Vernon seems to be sitting up more too and he is so awake. Thats great! Lots of love
Catching up your family news. And sending you my thoughts & love, Allison, from Paris.
The French words «un je-ne-sais-quoi» means literally “a I-don’t-know-what”, something inexplicable, usually “light”.
Hope Vernon will be soon at home, with you all. Sending you un je-ne-sais-quoi d’espoir.
Hope Vernon will be soon at home, with his loved ones. 🙂
xoxo
Watching that video made my tear duct malfunction kick in big time. Never give up!!
Your blog is a gift to us, too. Just so you know. What a great testimony Vernon’s life is. And by life, this includes all his family and friends who are tireless and cheerful in helping bring V back to his old self (or a better, stronger version of himself). God bless you!
Allison,
These are so great and his eyes kept blinking and thouth here that is awake. That toy is so good for him. We are still praying for him.
Love,
Becky