You might have been wondering where I’ve been…..
Dear friends and family,
It’s been 8 months since I last posted on this blog. You may have been wondering where I’ve been…..well, I’m here once again to tell you a story. In January of this year, specifically 1/11/16, I reunited with you through my blog. I had returned to WW’s and “came clean” about my ongoing struggles with weight and food. I was doing good, making changes in a moderate, healthy way and it showed in my weight loss and self image.
On April 15th, Bob and I went to Aspen (where our son lives) for the purpose of helping him return home for a few weeks. He’s a chef and the plan was for him to stay with us in Lafayette while the restaurant where he worked as Sous Chef closed for off-season. Aaron had re-injured his knee that had undergone a reconstruction 11 years earlier from a skiing accident. The current re-injury just wasn’t healing despite the fact that he sought medical attention including xray and MRI. He thought that being back home, in a different environment and with our help, his knee might get better. We didn’t know at the time that Aaron had not been feeling well for a few months and that it wasn’t just about his knee. What happened on that fateful day of April 15, 2016, “coincidentally” when Bob and I journeyed to Aspen to drive him and his car back home to Lafayette, has been our focus for the past 7 months.
Aaron ended up collapsing and was taken to the ER at Aspen Valley Hospital. It was determined that he had some severe health issues. He was transferred to St. Mary’s Hospital in Grand Junction where he was in the ICU for a week, 3 weeks total. After a couple of days, Bob returned home to run his business but I stayed in Grand Junction with Aaron for the 3 weeks he was there. He spent the next month at physical rehab in Montrose, at which time I returned home to Lafayette. In early June, Aaron was able to come home to us! His recovery has been amazing to see. Aaron has dealt with obesity his whole life, and his medical issues have ended up being a blessing. Since April he’s lost 111 lbs! The 3 of us support each other on multiple levels and we all reap the benefits of living a healthy lifestyle. Big surprise – healthy eating, activity, and positive thinking is the key :-)))
Having almost lost my son puts everything else into perspective. I look forward to sharing my thoughts on many things with you in the days and months to come.
Love and peace,
Amy
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Amy, This is powerful. Thanks for sharing. God Bless.
Thank you, Janet!
Many blessings, Amy and Bob. I remember Aaron when he was a little boy. I always liked your kids! I will you all the best.
Thank you, Vicki!
So amazing. I have been thinking about you and wondering what has been happening in your life. I am so relieved to hear that your son’s health is better and what an achievement-losing 111 pounds! Wow. Best wishes to you all for a Happy Thanksgiving.
Thank you, Arel. I’ve been thinking about you, too, and hoping that all is well with you and yours. Maybe we can catch up after the New Year
Amy, Thanks for sharing this challenging chapter in your families life journey. You’re such an inspiration
Thank you, Camilla!
I’m glad this story had a happy ending.
Thank you, Jane!
You and Bob are such good parents. I am glad Aaron is doing better and that you all are on a healthy journey together! Love was the first step!!!!!
Yes, love is always the first step!
Many thanks for sharing this. I had been thinking of you and wondering. A Thanks-giving blessing. Love all around! Johannah