Just a quick update:
We have finalized plans and are flying to California at noon today- Wednesday, January 19th.
Through the concern, prayer, big heartedness, and generous efforts of a dear friend...several people (known and unkown by us) very kindly came together to provide the finances to fly Riley by private charter.
This is absolutely amazing and such a gift. We were very concerned about Riley navigating the airport with all the noises, wait times and hustle and bustle-the private charter will allow us to avoid all of this and fly directly to Oakland- the nearest spot to our destination.
Riley is equipped with custom earplugs, sound blocking headphones and will receive door to door service.
The four of us are going, as well as Terry's brother and mother. Terry's brother Grant lives down there and will be a great help as we settle in.
We will be staying with Terry's cousin and husband (nurse practioner and ER doc-hurray!)....they are opening their home to us and we are so grateful.
The plan is that Christine and Riley will stay there for an extended period of time...to allow face to face support from the LYME medical team there.
Evan and Terry will return to Calgary on Sunday, January 23rd.
We will keep in touch through this blog. Thank you everyone for sticking by us through all of this.
"Hope begins in the dark, the stubborn hope that if you just show up and try to do the right thing, the dawn will come. You wait and watch and never give up".
May there be answers, support, direction and many angels for you all in California. Offering up continue prayers for the entire Lindberg family... Blessings and Peace:
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Thanks to those 'known and unknown' for their gift and generosity, you have made the Lindbergs life so much easier. Gratitude to Jo & Sam for opening up their home as well. My love and prayers for safe and successful trip.
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His Eye Is On The Sparrow ... and we are surrounding you with love and prayers and asking for wisdom and guidance for the caregivers and strength for Riley.
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With love from your friends the Sheas'
As I sat it church this morning and prayed for Riley, Evan, Christine and Terry, I reminisced on the 'old days' when I would come over and babysit the boys. Both Evan and Riley are filled with such positivity, something that I remember so vividly from the evenings spent playing with the boys in the basement. It takes an incredibly special young man to battle such challenges. I cannot put into words how much I admire your determination and Riley's unfailing hope. Thank you for the updates. Dig deep and always keep the faith. 2011 will indeed be a year of renewal. With love, support and prayers always, the Hamilton family.
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