Two Years Have Passed

Dear Family & Friends,

It has been two long years  since  Miriam's massive hemorrhagic stroke. Her recovery has been progressing at a snails' pace. She is much more wakeful and for longer periods. No functional recovery yet. She recognizes her family members and friends. She remembers remote events and she is able to assess funny stories/situations. The support from her family and  friends has been incredible. The almost daily video conferencing with her family members have provided the much needed auditory and visual stimulation. I am there everyday to love her and oversee her care from head to toe. 

 Miriam smiles at me more frequently when I remind her that we are married and committed for life. Warren, Howie and I love Miriam so much and miss her lively conversations. It is tough to have an empty nest but we are blessed by the tremendous support from her mom, sisters and brothers via daily video conferencing.  Her sweet sister, Doris, comes here to Huntsville and literally stays with her from sunrise to sunset. We are blessed that Doris is able to visit Miriam. Thank you Jim for letting Doris come; it means so much to us.

All of her siblings from afar have been able to visit her. They are coming again.

Yesterday, Warren and Howie's violin/viola teacher left a concert program and some flowers. She and two of her friends will be performing a Viola & Piano Concert dedicated to  Miriam. She has touched our hearts and moved many of us to tears. Below is a copy of her upcoming concert program. She has been quietly visiting mom Miriam frequently. She would bring flowers for her, play the violin in her room and talk to her.  Miriam may not have the ability to talk or respond appropriately but I know that she understands and she is listening. Thank you Mrs. P. for your visits, flowers, stories, music, love and compassion. Just like  Miriam, you have a very big heart and you have given her/us so much. You, Vilma and Susan have contributed much to her recovery. Thank you also to everyone else who has visited  Miriam. Please continue to plant those seeds of love and prayers. We continue to wait for that day when she can personally thank everyone for being faithful in prayer and for playing a role in her miraculous recovery.

Please do not give up praying for my princess and sweetheart Miriam.

In His Time,

Alex