For those of you who didn't see Jessica's story "Counting On A Coma" on Channel 7 - Fox News Miami, or were having difficulty getting to the link, my husband set up the video in You Tube.
Just CLICK on the following link to see Jessica:
Hola from Mexico,
Special Thanks go out to ALL for a successful GCFD Fundraiser!!!
In 1991 my husband David joined the Garden City Fire Department as a volunteer fireman. He wanted to serve in his community and also, because he was an only child, he thought he could have the "brother" he never had! However, he never imagined that by joining the fire department it would immediately gave him over a 100" brothers" and even a" sister"!
The fire department is a true "brotherhood". They have been there countless times for us over the past few years. First with David's illness and now with Jessica's unbelievable quest!
The fundraiser that they organized Saturday night was successful because of the bond these fire fighters have for each other. I would like to thank the following fire department personnel for making it so successful:
Special thanks to Chief Bill Graham for allowing it to be held, to Chief Bill Castoro for being the guiding hand behind the whole event and to Chief Joe Nadolny, Captain Matt Tittler (and Viki), Ex-Chief Len Rivera, ex-capt Frank Diamond, Greg Young, Jen Marinello and Jake Finneran, Dave Hroncich, Andy Smith, Mike Reale, All Of The Juniors and Tom Riccio, Karen Castoro and Marianne Quinn. Also, thanks to Pat Server & Angel D'Antonio for their help!
And, of course, thanks to all of YOU - our friends - who came to the firehouse to support us in our time of need. Words cannot express how grateful we are to all of you! I was so happy to "Skype" from Mexico and see you all to thank you personally! Jessica says thank you so much for all the outpouring of love, She heard you all clap for her!
Remember this: When Jessica and I finally leave Mexico and return to the USA, it will be because of all of you! Whether you donated in Garden City or Naples, both fundraisers were a huge success and we will be forever grateful for all you have done! May God bless everyone with good health and happiness always. And, if there is anything that we can ever do for you - just ask - and we will be there for you!!!
All our love to all,
Jessica's Family
UPDATE ON JESSICA:
Yesterday was another eventful day here in Mexico. Right before the fundraiser was to begin, Jessica had to be brought down to the ICU for a procedure due to an infection in her J-tube. She is back up in her room and because of a low grade fever, Dr. Luigi put her on antibiotics and decided to give the J-tube feedings a break and just keep Jessica on TPN and whatever she can tolerate by mouth. As I have said before, it is always an adventure when Jessica is in a hospital! Please pray for a speedy resolution to this infection!
Till tomorrow,
Jessica's Mom
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Morning ladies...so Cecilia is here with me and already is planning our day (shocking)...we watched the fox news video on you tube again, Jessica, I thought you were a natural blonde...hmmm....don't worry, Cecilia's on her way =)...we miss you and we're praying today as always....Sandra & Cecilia
ReplyDeleteMrs. Stevens & Jessica,
ReplyDeleteI have posted the YouTube link on my company's webpage.....I figured the more people hear about your story , the more prayers and awareness of the disease.Jessica, since meeting you, I have transported 3 patients with RSD! I am anxiously awaiting for the day you fully recovery.......no doubt that day is coming soon! Faithful in Prayer, Crystal
Hi Jessica and Mrs. Stevens,
ReplyDeleteI watched the news interview. Jessica, you did great! I know it took a lot for you to do that and so appreciate the courage displayed on the behalf of both of you. For all RSDers, we are grateful. The more awareness that is brought to this terrible disease, the better it will be for those that come after us. And hopefully then, no one will get near as sick as you and I had gotten.
I continue to think about you both all the time and you are in my constant prayers.
Both Mom and I send our love.
Love Always,
Lindsay
Jessica- I got to go to the beach for the first time in over nine years. I thought about you guys and hopefully, Lord willing, one day we will be able to walk on the beach together. I look forward to that day!
Love In Christ,
Lindsay Spengler
Jessica and Gina,
ReplyDeletePlease know that you are in my daily prayers and that your entire church family at Resurrection, Garden City is praying for you all the time. The Youtube video was incredible. You are an inspiration.Jessica, I pray with each day,you will make miraculous strides toward fullness of health.
Gina,your love, faith and courage are extraordinary.God bless you both.
Love to David, Katherine and Michele.
With much love,
Cindy
Hi Jessica and Sarah Gina!
ReplyDeleteToday Joe and I went with Jodi and her hubby Michael and our friends of the Baby Boomers Meetup Group to the new movie theatre in Naples. We saw "Couples Retreat" and it was very funny but guess what....They sang the song that you two sing together. The one about the tree. Made me homesick for being there with you! I don't think I had ever heard that song before you two singing it, and there it was in the movie!
God is so powerful and is working miracles on Sweet Jessica's eyes, I can just feel it!!!
What a wonderful group of friends and family you have, especially in NY....God Bless them all for the gifts of Love and caring they have shown for you in the terrific FUNdraiser yesterday!!
Sounds like Cecilia can't wait to get to Mexico! I'm happy about that!
Love Nancy
Hi Jessica & Sarah,
ReplyDeleteYou did an awesome job in that video! As you struggle to heal, there are so many of us learning...thank you and your mom for teaching us.
I think of you and Devon everyday...praying that your beautiful sparks will become brighter and stronger. You have been and are enduring so much...
I wish you courage and faith.
Hugs & kisses to you both...and to Cathy & Devon too!
With love & prayers,
Colette (Devon's cousin)