Dear Tim and family (Brian, Amy, Jancy),
I’ve never posted on a blog before and this morning I wrote you a long message that I lost. I had not signed in properly and while trying to do that my message disappeared. I’m trying again, and hope it works this time (a learning experience!).
Because of events going on in Seneca Falls, I’ve been preoccupied and mostly offline for about a week. This morning I went to Tim’s blog and have now read all the entries and comments, bringing me up-to-date with happenings and progress. I am grateful for the communication tools that make it possible for me to be well informed even though I am so far away.
Brian, I am especially grateful for your detailed messages that have helped me visualize Tim’s circumstances—at BMC, the move, and now Spaulding—the visitors, the gifts, the activities, etc. I have a vivid picture in mind of what’s been happening, and that makes me feel more connected.
Tim, the best news of all is your positive attitude. How you are responding to the dramatic and unexpected change in your life is truly remarkable. In adversity, the awesome person you are is shining through. You are a light and inspiration to us all. Surrounded as you are by the love and caring of family and friends, it’s clear that you appreciate this blessing, and in turn your courageous spirit is a blessing.
Next week my Mom and I will be driving to Charlottesville to visit family there, but later in August I plan to come to Boston. (I have a sister who lives in Natick whom I will stay with.) Tim, I am very anxious to visit you. Your Boston harbor view room sounds great, and all the folks at Spaulding whom you are working with in your healing process do, too. In the meanwhile, I am glad to have your mailing address, so that I can communicate that way when I don’t have access to a computer.
I am glad that I came to your blogspot today, a transition time as family members prepare to return to the Berkshires. It will be another challenge for you, another step along the way. You’ve shown that you are up to meeting the challenge life has presented—showing others that they can, too.
Please know that I thinking of you, Tim, with very much love.
Allison