Today was a long day for Sharon. But, it was filled with so much love that I know she would take another day like today tomorrow and the next day and so on. Again, Sharon was surrounded by her family all day. She was awake and talking and seemed a little more herself. Her brother, Danny, arrived this evening and she was happy to see him. Besides her family, Sharon had many visitors who came to wish her well and celebrate her birthday. She started the afternoon with a visit from a small group of friends and as the afternoon went on, more and more friends arrived to visit with her. I think at one point, Sharon had almost twenty people in her room! it was quite the party! I know that we are so grateful to everyone who came to see her today. Loren could not have said it any better, seeing how many friends and colleagues that took the time to visit with her is a true testament of the person that Sharon is.
We are going to take each day one day at a time and enjoy the time that we spend with her. Loren and I left her tonight awake with Butch, her boys, Colleen and Danny. They were getting ready to have one big slumber party. Tomorrow we look forward to more family arriving and another day to share with each other.
Thank you for all the overwhelming offers of help and support, they are so greatly appreciated.
~Val
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So glad to hear that Sharon spent the day with her family and friends enjoying each other's company.
Please let her know that the Csizmadias send their love. Sean and Emily hope she has snuggled a little in the blanket they made for her. It should have arrived shortly after Thanksgiving. It was their way of sending her a hug.
xoxo Patty
Dear Beautiful Sharon and Family
I am having a lot of trouble and accepting this information. I hope you find much comfort in each other's company. Sharon was my son's speech therapist for two years and the time she was able to give to him was a treasure. My own family is very small and spread far apart. They are not able to be part a my kids daily lives and the little milestones and struggles of childhood. Next to his parents, I honestly believe that Sharon is the one person who has spent the most 1:1 quality mentor type time with him, time that was all about him and - as you can imagine - so positive and constructive. She wedged herself in his little spirit and mine forever.
I feel this time with Sharon is appropriately spent with family, close friends and cherished colleagues. But please know that my sincere prayers for hope, comfort, peace and Christmas miracles are sent to surround you and every member of Team Sharon.
XOXO
Diane
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