Ashley is coming home!!!!!!!!!!!!!
After working with a couple of different vendors we finally got Ashley's bed delivered and installed this evening. Tomorrow we will be driving Ashley home. On Thursday she will have her first appointment with her out-patient therapy team here in Fort Wayne.
Ashley (and Mary) are anxious to get home. While there will be a whole new set of challenges to adapt too it will be great to have the family back together again.
While it was not easy having Ashley so far from home yet we were blessed that she was admitted to the Rehabilitation Institute of Chicago. It will be hard to say goodbye to all the loving and supportive staff that did so much for Ashley.
Ashley continues to keep her focus on recovering and we have faith that she has reached the stage where she can be at home and properly continue her rehabilitation.
A heartfelt thank you to all of you for your on going prayers for Ashley and our family. Your support has helped us to keep our faith strong and to provide Ashley with the encouragement she needs.
Ashley
ALS Walk
Joining the "I Sherwood Walk" for Aunt Donna
Go ND
There is nothing like game day at Notre Dame
Go IU
First time watching the game with Miles. He was always filming while a student.
Valpo Popcorn Fest
Hanging with Orville
TMA Camp in Kentucky
Ashley with Michelle and Jordan
A Great Day at the Pool Beats...
Hey, I'm working here!
Six Years Later... Still Motivated
The eyes and smile say it all
Way To Go Bro...
I taught him everything he knows
Ashley with Her Walker
Continuing her efforts to fully recover
Christmas in Florida
December on the Beach
Reporting for Beach Action
Someone has to enjoy it!
Ashley in Holly's Wedding
A whole lot of pretty
Go Bulldogs
Ashley & Miles Cheering on Wade and the Dogs
TMA Camp 2012
Dressed for the Western Theme
Proud Papa with Ashley
Keeping Dad Smiling
Spring 2012 in Chicago
The Sign Says it All!
February in Naples
Some of our WestWind Friends
January in Miami
Visiting George, Ileana, Ana & Tony
Always Connected
New Netbook keeps Ashley Connected even on Neighborhood Walks
Not now. I'm buzy.
Ashley Meets Dr. Lugo
Mary, Ashley, Pauline and Al Lugo (also an ADEM victim)
Let It Snow
Ashley and Mom Sledding
Imogene's Antlers
Ashley in a play with others using communication devices
Ashley standing and providing her own balance
How I Spent My Summer
Nothing Beats Being at the Lake
Ashley's Corrective Castings
A 3-4 week process to correct foot posture
Family Portrait on Serenade of the Seas
Recognize the backdrop? From a ship no longer with us
Ashley's Van
God Bless the hundreds that helped us get this van!
Christmas Morning
Tis the Season
Christmas Carols Pay a Visit
On the Treadmill at Therapy
Victory Junction Gang Camp
Mary and Ashley in the Village Area
Adam's Car
Ashley with our Crew Chiefs Katie and Matt
Two Important Men (and a dog) in Ashley's Life
Sandy, Dr. Kerr and Kazu
The Whole Family having Fun at Victory Junction
Ashley and Dr. Sim
Dr. Sim is the Medical Director of Victory Junction
Bowling at Victory Junction
On Horseback at Victory Junction Camp
Ashley after her first horse ride
Ashley Walking
She is working without a net!
Summer Tuesdays Friend's Night
Boating on Lake Freeman
Sandy & Austin at the Neuroimmunological Symposium
Sandy has done so much to guide and help us
Ashley Hits the Pool!!!
Ashley & Austin get a Mother's Day Hug
Ashley's St. Mary's Pals Visit
Andrea and Kelly Drop by before Heading Home
Ashley & Mom Watering the Flowers
Spring is here!
Ashley in Her Standing Frame
Ashley's Restored Smile
Dr. Teel's handy work has Ashley smiling as bright as ever!
Ashley gets a Visit from Emily
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Ashley's most prolific blog comment-maker checks out Ashley's new digs
Ashley and Mary react to the news they are coming home!
Ashley and her Dwenger High Pals
Ashley's award winning smile is back (no braces!)
Ashley and Mom at an RIC Live Christmas Music Event
An example of the Support Ashley is getting
One of several posters, cards and letters sent to Ashley as Christmas approaches
Ashley's view of Water Tower Place from Northwestern Hospital
Ashley's Christmas Tree
Transfering to a Car
This 'car' sits on the 12th floor of RIC
A Family Walk in Chicago
Along Lake Michigan with Mom & Dad
Ashley and Dad
At the Park with Mom and the Grandparents
View of Lake Michigan from Ashley's room at RIC
Early Birthday Party at Select
Nurse Carol (share's Ashley's B-day) and the staff celebrate
Ashley's View at Select in Ft. Wayne
Visitors during Therapy at Select
Ashley & Mary Fly in from Virginia
View from Ashley's room in Virginia
E-cards pinned up in Ashley's ICU room the first week in Virginia
18 comments:
The Boys would like to be the first to say
"WELCOME HOME ASHLEY!!!"
we are so happy to hear the great news! So glad to hear no complicaitons prior to coming home.
"WELCOME HOME ASHLEY! WELCOME HOME!"
You are in our thoughts and prayers every moment of everyday!
Hugs
The Sosenheimer Family
Heather, Rick, Markee,Drake, Kedrick and Hunter
www.caringbridge.org/visit/thesosenhiemerboys
I'm so excited for you, Ash! I will be in Ft. Wayne this weekend as well, and I can't wait to see you! I miss you so much, and you have no idea how excited I am to hang out with you in just a couple of days!
I love you,
Samantha
Ashley and Mary,
We can't wait for you to come home - Dartford Court has missed you both!!! We are ready, willing and able to help in any way you need us . . . just give us a call - day or night!
SEE YOU SOON!!!
The Markley family
YIPEE!!!! Homeward bound. This is such good news. I know you and your mom will be so happy to return to the Fort. I wish we could all be there with a marching band and parade to welcome you home. Your hard work has paid off. Have a safe trip. We love you. Aunt Lynn
Yayy! Home again! Bet you can't wait. Hope all goes well, and we'll get up there to see you soon,
Love, The Kentucky Slater (Jeff, Becky, Dan and Paul)
Such great news! We have seen activity down at the house and knew that it meant good news. The Markleys are right in saying that the neighborhood has been waiting for this homecoming. We also are available to help in any way so let us know!!!
The Boedekers
Ashley and Mary,
WELCOME HOME!!!!!
We are SO HAPPY to know you are heading home! This is the BEST news we have heard in months!
We can't wait to see all of you back on Dartford Court.
God's Blessings to the Harrington family during your trip home, and especially to you Ashley as you continue your road to recovery in your warm and loving home!
Love,
Mike, Barb and family
Ashley-
Ok, let's just throw some "!"s out right away so you know how excited the next real words will be:
!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
YAY! Woo! Hooray! I'm so excited! That is great! Home home home home!
You will be in my prayers, as always, this time for safe traveling. I know you'll do great, you can handle it.
Keep up the good work, Ashley Marie!
I won't be home this weekend-- It's Michelle Blevins' birthday weekend, so we're going to UIndy, but I can't wait to tell them the good news. They'll be so happy for you!
I have to see what my dance schedule is before I can come home, but as soon as I do, you know I'll be there! It's been WAY too long since I've seen you, Ash!!
Oh, I am just ready to burst at the seams, I'm so happy!
I love you, Ashley!
XoXo,
Emily
PS. Harringtons, my family is always available for help, whenever you need it. Just let us know, and we'll do what we can! I know Mom would love to see Ashley. Please, please, let us know!
Dear Ashley,
O my goodness, as I opened your dad's blog today I just saw the word home and I freaked out! Ashley, I am so excited for you! I know how hard you have been working and I can't imagine how happy you must be! YAY HOME! YAY Ashley! (picture me screaming those phrases while jumping up and down) haha!
After you get all settled in at home, I would definitely love to come and visit you! I saw Sam was coming home this weekend maybe I'll get a hold of her and we both can come! YAY Ashley! Ohh I'm so excited! See you soon!
XOXO, Holly
Ashley, we are so grateful for you! You have touched our lives in such a sweet way. I must say, I have always been so impressed with your spirit and bubbling personality! Rachel and Ryder loved to have you babysit, as did Joe and I.
I just talked with the Markley's who filled us in on your recovery to date and your homecoming. As a physical therapist, I know you have put in a lot of work in your recovery. I would love to help out in anyway to make your transistion home a smooth one. Ashley, I will "work out" with you anytime; consider some free therapy! I could just come visit just to keep you accountable; to be sure you're doing what your therapist tells you to do;-)!
God has surely blessed you with such a wonderful, loving family and also, as I have read, with so many friends who care about you and want to welcome you home. Ashley you are truely beautiful, inside and out!
You are in our prayers. We love you Ashley!
Kris, Joe, Rachel and Ryder
The Waffles
(you know, the PURDUE house on Upland Ridge drive;-)
For our christmas presents this year the Wittes asked me to visit your website and say prayers. I think this is the greatest gift I can give to you and your family. I am Mrs Wittes sister and I would like to welcome you home. You sound like a very strong woman and we all can learn from you and your strenght.
Jeanne Stone
Congrats Ashley!!!! Everyone is so proud of you! Keep up the good work. You will continue to be in my prayers.
Stay Strong! Jason Schmieman
Dear Harrington's,
This is absolutely exciting, awesome news! I may have to get a Thesaurus out to find more extreme adjectives!
My class and I will keep up the prayers!
God bless,
E. Martin
THERES NO PLACE LIKE HOME
wooooooooooooo ashleys home!! (= i am sooo happy for you! ahh its going to be so nice! now i cant wait to come down and see you (= to bad i wont be able to take a train! hehe. ok well not to try to rain on your parade, but my poor baby zac (efron) had his appendix removed today! ahh! i hope you are not as crushed as i am! =P hahaha well i am soo glad that you are doing better and i cant wait to see you my love!!
<3 always!
Jessssss =D
Hey Ashley,
well im jess's friend kenzie. and i have been with her through everything that has happened.. jess sent me this site and i just wanted to let you know that you are in my prayers and i am happy you are back to your home town. Get better soon. Hang in there.
Kenzie
Ashley, I am one of Jessica's friends and I just wanted to say how happy we all are for you getting better and heading home! Keep up the wonderful work..
Love, Em
ash, i forgot to put this on mine
but i still cant believe you got your braces off before me! luckkkkkkkyyyyyy
=P
hahahah i love you!
Home Sweet Home!!!! We are so happy for all of you. I can't wait to see you. I know you will stay strong. Jess just told me Austin texted her and you just got home!!! Wonderful we love you Cassidy
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