Vernon and Dad, with communication still only one way (that we know of).
Of course the whole crisis with son-in-law Vernon has affect all of us. We’ve been very grateful for the way so many have rallied to Allison and family; and we’re grateful for the way she is holding up. It’s not just because I’m her father that I can say I’m impressed with her strength.
Yesterday Anne and I traveled up to the new care unit–a rehab facility. It’s a good place, but a significantly greater distance than the hospital has been, and it’s going to make changes all around. Vernon’s son Maki (12) is also about to return from his two months in New Zealand. He’ll be starting school and this, along with Justine starting preschool, is also going to mean changes—particularly for Allison and her schedule.
Then there’s work. She’s a superb photographer, easel painter and muralist, and she’s slowly building her business up. But the income is irregular. Basically they’ve lived on Vernon’s typeface design business, and he was just getting into yet another business to augment that when Vespa hit truck and everything came crashing down.
At first and for a long time it was a matter of survival. Then reconstruction. And it’s still dealing with infection. We’ve seen progress, but it’s still very slow. Next is the long road of relearning everything. When we saw Vernon yesterday, he was squeezing a ball and every now and then kicking a leg. But there’s still little or no recognition in the eyes, certainly not talking—what with the tracheotomy. It’s obvious this is going to be a very long haul.
And it’ll be a long time before he starts working again, and billing for his services.
So, there are various levels to this challenge, medical, financial, legal, and of course always emotional. In none of them do we operate alone. In some we depend on professional service, others the aid of friends and family. In it all, God helps us.
For an ongoing update, well written, informative and often endearing, check the sansoxygen blog.
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You don’t believe me on the creative photography? Check her website at allisonmoorephoto.com.
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9:36 am
Dear Hyatt,
I can feel your pain & concern for your whole family,
in this entry. (he did say I Love You to Justine!!)
Allison is amazing, & I’m sure that helps you & Anne.
We always suffer whatever our kids suffer.
Hoping all the new therapy ahead is going to speed things
along for Vernon. Thank you for sharing such a personal
road your all on.
Hugs, Barbara
10:05 am
I will continue to pray.
12:29 pm
Hyatt This has to be of great stress for all involved. You and your family entire will be in our heart and prayers. May God’s great grace add extra strength to each of you to meet the rough road ahead. Much love. In Agape Ron & Eila
2:37 pm
Keep the faith and prayers are coming all the time to help hoe this hard road!
2:52 pm
Hyatt,
We’ve been praying for Vernon since day 1, and continue to uphold his physical condition as well as the needs for Allison and the children to the Lord. Certainly this has been a difficult journey for all who love Vernon. Please know that our prayers will continue for each of you and especially for Vernon’s recovery.
Judie
4:02 pm
Continued prayers during this new phase.
8:25 pm
Prayers going up sooo very often for Vernon and Allison and family–you and Anne included. You are one proud, loving papa, Hyatt. Allison and family are so very blessed to have you and Anne at their side. The Lord bless you and keep you and make His face shine on you, and give you His Peace. with love, ~Patti for the Waller family
10:15 pm
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10:24 pm
Hyatt and Anne,
Thank you for being there for Allison and Vernon. It has been a long haul and will keep on but he is getting a lot of prayer from all over. We think and pray for Vern and Allison every day.
Hugs,
Becky
11:06 pm
Continuing to pray. Thank you for sharing with all of us. Love to all. Lisa
6:09 am
Hyatt, your family is such a beautiful testimony of faith and not giving up. We continue to lift Vernon and your family up to the Lord.
12:05 pm
Thank you for the update Hyatt! God will heal Vernon and make him whole again. Continued prayers and love to Vernon and your family.
Mercedes and John