The gray lifted and morning broke golden on a happy blue-sky day today, and it was truly a fitting start. I couldn't be happier on any day as I am on this day, my birthday, and the day I heard some of the best news I've heard in a long time. Amazing, if not miraculous news.
One of my dearest friends has been experiencing a serious family emergency this week, which came very close to being a complete and horrible tragedy. His love, and the 28 year old mother of his 7 week old baby and first child, suffered a heart attack on Monday afternoon and went into a coma for over 24 hours. On Tuesday, the neurologist and other medical staff shared a very poor prognosis after exhautive tests: no brain activity.
Many tears were shed, and my wonderful friend fell to the floor begging. For those of us who love him, there were just no words to describe our grief on his behalf. We held on to blind hope with very heavy hearts.
Later on that same day, they allowed them finally to bring her baby into the room with her, and when that child cried, her mommy heard her and showed her first signs of awareness or existence in over 24 hours. She woke up, even, and recognized people and could move her hands and feet. She was not out of the woods,but this was truly a shocking 180 degree turnaround, and she's been slowly improving.
Today, she came off the respirator and continues to show strong signs of improvement in all areas. Her heart is significantly less swollen than when she entered the ER on Monday. Without going into all details, here is the most important thing: She appears (despite all odds given Monday) headed for a complete recovery.
There is nothing like a little perspective to remind you what's important in life, and no greater gift than to have your ardent wishes and loving prayers come true. Really, there is no greater gift than love.
I'm extremely grateful this day.
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