We're Back!

The past few days have been absolutely full of miracles and surprises! The biggest news of all is that Mike was released from Kernan yesterday afternoon and has been transferred to SunBridge Care and Rehabilitation Center located only minutes from his home and Fair Hill Training Center! We found out only several hours before the move took place. Apparently Kernan had been working towards this for some time but did not want the family to get their hopes up in case it didn't happen. Of course, as we have learned, once the "yes" comes in, everything happens very quickly. Although I was not there, I understand that there were a lot of tearful goodbyes between Mike and his nurses and therapists. I was on the phone with Cathy and Mom during the ride to SunBridge and it was your typical 5:00 stop and go backed up traffic for hours. We all were so concerned for Mike who was in a transport vehicle in a wheelchair and not really sure of what was happening. Still, after a three hour trip that should have taken an hour, Mike, Mom and Cathy arrived safely. Rochelle and the children were there to greet them and you can imagine how exciting and hectic this transition was. Just like transferring from the University of Maryland Shock Trauma to Kernan was for all of us, this will take a few days to get used to. New nurses, new therapists, new motels, new routines. Yes, change is good, but change is difficult!

Cathy says Mike has adapted well and was in good spirits today. He is a bit confused about being "so close, but so far away" to his home and thankfully does not have therapies until Monday. Mike, Mom, Cathy, Rochelle and the kids have the weekend to get familiar with the change. The fact that Mike's caseworker told us the most important aspect of Mike's recovery at this point is physical therapy and being close to family and friends is extremely encouraging to all! Cathy and Mom found a hotel about 10:00 last night and although it is close and comfortable, it does not have internet access. Knowing my sister like I do, she will find a way to continue her daily updates in no time. As soon as we learn the visiting hours, address, etc., Cathy or I will let everyone know.

Becky Witzman, the winner of the 2006 Ford Mustang, sent me the DVD recorded by her mother and I have added it to the Raffle Results. Click Mike Rea Recovery Relief Fund Race to see the video.

There is so much more to share! I've brought the family up to date on TWR's postings and the personal emails I have been receiving since Friday. We are all completely at a loss for words right now. Bless you all! We do Believe in Miracles - We do Believe in the Power of Prayer - and we all feel the Favor of God Shining Down on each and every one of us!