Tuesday, November 22, 2011

Well lately i feel like everyday is the best day! Today my bestfriend who is also our neighbor that helped call the ambulance for my dad went to the hospital with me! My dad looks so good it's unreal! He's off his oxygen and so alert! He even danced in his bed when a Christmas jingle from th tv was playing! He hugged me so tight I didn't want to leave! He directed me very well with what tv show he wanted to watch and he also helped tell the nurse he wanted a bath by pointing to his soap! Ive never met a stronger person! He inspires me in so many different ways that I can't even explain! Dad hugged Alex and listen to her plans about school. Alex and I also told dad we were planning on doing some extreme workouts over Christmas break & he laughed at us! Knowing we always say this and rarely follow through. Everyday keeps my faith alive because seeing him one step closer just proves God is good!
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10 comments:

  1. mary higdon greshamNovember 22, 2011 at 5:32 PM

    Hey Brook! Can you post the address for your dad? I would like to start sending some cards and correspondence to him. Thanks! Your dad is a fighter!

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  2. AnonymousNovember 22, 2011 at 8:49 PM

    Hi Brooke,

    Thanks so much for keeping this blog updated. I wanted to let you know when I return from my ski vacation I will definitely come and get Tripp and take him to doggy day camp so he can play all-day with Cayman Island and other dogs :) Also, please tell John that his team is getting closer to the magic number of 200 (188). Just tell him that Linda called me today from Indy and said looks like she may end up losing their bet :) We are thinking and praying for you all daily to have faith and continue to be strong. ---John's only female Louisville Cardinal fan---MB

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  3. Mary Jo JonesNovember 23, 2011 at 6:24 AM

    Hi John... heard you meet my friend Stacie that is a nurse on your floor.. she told me you are doing great and you have that "LOOK"....
    I asked her what that meant... she said you have the DETERMATION,FIGHT FACE ON, and the MOTOVIATION!!
    Keep up the good work...we are all here with the same look...fighting right by your side!!!!
    You never know how strong you are until being strong is the only choice..
    Happy Thanksgiving... we are so blessed to still have you here with us..
    Love and Prayers
    Mary Jo Jones

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  4. AnonymousNovember 23, 2011 at 7:15 AM

    Brooke:
    Happy to hear the great news! Thank you for setting this up so that we can share in John's daily successes! Please tell John I said hello and that we in Stamford, CT., are all thinking of him.

    A time of year when we can really think about the good stuff...

    Dennis Merlo, Purdue

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  5. AnonymousNovember 23, 2011 at 7:48 AM

    Brooke

    I use to work with your dad at Purdue. Tell him to keep up the fight and you stay strong.

    Steve Arosteguy

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  6. Mary Z. RoushdiNovember 23, 2011 at 8:45 AM

    So you are watching Christmas movies?? Well one of my favorites is "Santa Clause is Comin' to Town". This year, "Winter Warlock" will officially change to "Wethington Warlock" and we will all be singing along as you "put one foot in front of the other". Soon you'll be walking out the door! Love and hugs to the whole family. Brooke, thank you so much for these posts.

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  7. Sonya LeaNovember 23, 2011 at 11:59 AM

    Brooke,

    We spent time with your dad when we were all little ones. My mom and dad were old friends with your grandparents. My husband Richard also had a TBI about eight years ago. He has made it back to work and is doing really well. We started writing about our journey here -- http://wonderingwhoyouare.tumblr.com/

    We sent a package to Frasier that you all should receive today. We are sending love for a beautiful recovery and if you want to talk about anything at all, our contact information is at our blog.

    Grateful on this beautiful Thanksgiving,
    Sonya Ralph & Richard Bandy
    Seattle, WA

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  8. Kandi (Kandra McPherson) StephensNovember 23, 2011 at 4:23 PM

    Happy Thanksgiving to the Wethington family!! Also, to the Thompson's, Bourne's and Banzcak's!! Supporting your families in prayer!! Keep happy faces!! The blog is awesome, I check it everyday! Brooke I hope your Aunt Paula spoils you rotten with Black Friday shopping :) DCHS class of '79!

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  9. AnonymousNovember 23, 2011 at 4:25 PM

    Hi Wethingtons,
    I love your positive attitude during this difficult time. What a strong family you are! I'm so glad to hear that John continues to improve every day and is working hard in therapy. Keep up the good work! Hugs to you all!

    The Beach Family

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  10. AnonymousNovember 23, 2011 at 5:34 PM

    Brooke,
    I am constantly checking your blog to hear updates and stories of your amazing dad! You are doing a great job! Please continue to have a positive attitude because I truly believe that all the prayers are being answered!!!! If you all need anything, don't hesitate to call me. I'm close and wouldn't mind to help in any way. Have a great Thanksgiving! There's a lot to be thankful for!!!!!

    PS-Let John know that I made it in the 30's this week on early view. I'm sure he'll be excited about that one:)

    Love-Kelly Ihnen

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