SUNDAY NIGHT- DAY 16

Today was Orange County Marathon Day. We provided nearly sixty (60) EMT’s, Managers and Supervisors for First Aid and Ambulance coverage for the 26-mile stretch from 0445 this a.m. until the early afternoon. Missing at our briefing at 0445 was Keith who I am sure was sound asleep. Keith was definitely in our prayers and in our discussions about how he was supposed to be with us this morning, how much we miss him, and how he is not going to miss the next assignment we have that starts before the sun comes up.

Keith is doing remarkable. Previously hesitant in seeing daddy with tubes throughout and not able to open his eyes, Maddy has spent a great weekend with Daddy. At 10-years old and with little ones of my own that has played with Maddy in the past and are her age, we can all only imagine how tough it has been for Maddy. But this weekend was a weekend of smiles and “I love you” being shared back and forth! Today Maddy said “I love you” to Keith and he mouthed back “I love you more”. Maddy then mouthed back “I love you to infinity” at which point Keith mouthed “YOU WIN”.

Let’s talk more about WINNING! Yes, Keith is winning this battle and has beaten the initial odds. He is responsive and anxious to get out of bed. His ventilator is only doing about 30% of the work for him and plans are to continue to wean him down even more. As he continues to heal, plans are already in motion to get him transported to Kindred Hospital West Covina where he will continue his rehabilitation.

Many who know God but have not had much of a personal relationship with God used this difficult time to call on God for his miraculous healing. Keep that relationship alive! Like family and friends that we may seek for help, they should never be forgotten…especially when they come through. God is coming through! Take time if you haven’t to really thank him.

A time like this puts everything into perspective for all of us. It has for me. Thank you all for your faith and continued support to the MacLellan Family, Friends, and the Bowers Family. I look forward to continuing to provide you with good news.