Hi all- Jenn here with a quick update about today. Hunter’s surgery went smoothly, and we were just moved to his room. He’s pretty drugged up, and while its very tempting to record him, I’m just going to enjoy the little Hunter-isms all myself:) I know he will be posting information in much greater detail over the coming days. I can’t express enough how overwhelmed we are by the love and support we have received from those near and far. It’s so comforting to know that we’re not alone in this. I too look forward to his next update here, as his great strength and positive attitude has greatly helped me in accepting all of this, too. I’m off to fetch him some Chinese food since he hasn’t eaten since 10pm last night. Know that he’s well taken care of, and is looking forward to updating soon.
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Jenn–glad to hear from you. We’ve been thinking about you all day long. Can’t wait to hear from Hunter, too. The resilience and strength you two show are amazing.
Jenn – Fred Coppell from DTRA here – glad he made it through – you, Hunter and the boys are in our prayers (Fred and Ellen)
Thank you Jenn for this update; have thought and prayed and wondered what this day would bring, and glad that this surgery is behind him. You, Hunter, and the boys remain in my prayers! Now, hope you both can get just a wee bit of sleep after the Chinese food!
Hi, Jenn! Thanks for updating us all!! You all have been in my thoughts and prayers all day….I’m so glad to hear that the surgery went well! He’s going to do great, I just know it!! Sending lots of love to you all!!!~Kelly and Tim Viles
Jenn,
Thanks for your update. I have been waiting anxiously to hear how your day went. You are a blessing in Hunter’s life, and hearing his kind words about you are very touching. God is good! You have an amazing family. We are inspired by the love you share with each other and your boys. Enjoy your Chinese food and each other! You remain in our hearts always!
Mary
Hi Jenn!! You both have such amazing strength. Glad to hear from you and thanks for the update. We having been thinking and praying for you all day. We look forward to hearing from Hunter too. Hugs to those handsome little guys too. (Stacey & Vince).
Been thinking of you both all day long. Thanks for the update. Praying for pain relief for Hunter.
Great to hear, Jenn. We’re all thinking about you and praying for all of you.
Hi Jenn, Cliff called to find out any news. We had none so far.
Hunterisms? – oh do share! I know he knows of Gen Dan Sickles.
I have put Hunter and you all on the prayer list at Good Shepherd here in Lexington. Our prayers are with you.
U. Cliff
Jenn – thank you for the update. We will have to share Hunterisms and see how they compare to the high school days. We have been throwing around a few oldies over the past few days.
Thank you so much for keeping us informed. I think we all would completely understand if you had more important things on your mind right now, and just letting us know how things went means a lot to us all. Again, thank you.
Thanks for keeping us informed Jenn. Everyone has been thinking of your family. And what a great sign that he’s already being demanding, again. (-: Love to you guys and the boys!
Thank you for the update. I’m glad the operation went smoothly. Sending lots of love and prayers.
I’m gald to hear that Hunter’s surgery went well. Sending loving thoughts your way and praying for you all.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Glad to hear everything went well. I have several other people praying for all of you. Love, Aunt Marilyn
I understand that Hunter is running up and down the hallways already. Such an over-achiever! Sooooo glad the Chinese food was a success and that surgery went well. Love to you all!
So glad to hear surgery went well. You are all in our thoughts and prayers!! ~ Jennifer & Adam
Stay strong Brother – we are thinking about you and yours.
We are friends of Robin. We attend her church. Your entire family is in our prayers, especially Hunter. May God’s peace and love continue to strengthen you all.
Wanda and Wayne Miller
Hunter and Jenn just started following today! Will pray and think of you daily.
Hunter & Jenn,
Know that you have friends here in Virginia who send their love and prayers. You have the right perspective – life is not a sprint and even this life is just another mile marker on the big run.
Keep your chin up, eyes on the horizon and enjoy feeling the sun on your face and the wind at your back each and every day. At some point we will all hit “the wall”. Keep faith in yourself and others and know we will all end up celebrating the big journey together just down the road a bit.
Hunter & Jenn,
Just got word through the USMA C&LS Department about your situation. Jenn and I are praying for y’all, and sending positive thoughts your way.
Keep the optimistic, positive attitude you have shown thus far – it’s healthy and therapeutic.
I look forward to seeing y’all down the road, and if you make it back to DC.
God Bless,
Chris & Jenn Whelan