It has been a stimulating week for Jess and for us. Monday, Jess rode Charlie Brown again and it was a wonderful site to see. His sister Jamie and her little girl Jahara, his grandmother, Chris and I and our friend Marlene all witnessed Jess riding on this beautiful horse with a wonderful support team of eight caring people. He rode for over 30 minutes and every time they stopped to ask him if he wanted to go around again they got the two blinks they asked for which meant yes. They felt he was much stronger and it was easier for Lisa to hold him from behind on the back of the horse.
That night we had received a call from one of Jess' long time friends asking if he and two other friends could come to visit last night. Billy, Morgan and Dillon came over and hung out with Jess for about three hours. It was amazing because Jess never closed his eyes. He watched a movie with them and we know he was listening to their voices and wanted to join in their conversations. We want the guys to know it meant a lot to have them interact with Jess. Their role with him could make a huge difference in his recovery. And, yes, Chris and I left for 1 hour and 23 minutes. We walked up to a close by restaurant, had dinner, stopped by the grocery store and brought ice cream bars home for the gang. We were not sure the guys would be comfortable alone with Jess for the first time so 3 of our wonderful friends (Jay, Joan & Marlene) also came over. My parents were also there so I think we covered all of our bases! I guess it is all about baby steps. It was nice to breath the fresh air and have dinner with my husband. Thank you to all....we are so blessed.
Next message I will have more information on Jess going back to school
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