Update on Jimmy and Party

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Dear Every Person We Know,

Well lets see. It has been an amazing few weeks. First, I apologize for not writing sooner to explain what has gone this past week. . . but here goes.

On Wednesday, August 3rd at 2:15 am I sat up startled in bed, like something was wrong. I ran in the living room where Jimboy's bed is to check him and he had somehow (don't ask us how, we are still trying to figure it out because he has not been moving much except for arm and leg movements) gotten himself out of the bed and was laying on the floor. I cannot even explain to you all the complete horror, guilt, panic feeling that rumbled through me. Jim ran in and I quickly called 911 because I was worried he hit his head. Our incredible team from Westchester EMS (you notice I say our) and Somers Ambulance made sure he was stable and took us to Westchester Medical. The CT confirmed that there was no head injury, thank God, but it also showed that the fluid pressure in his brain was building again. The docs did a procedure to help clear the shunt and drained off some fluid. He looked much better, and would be observed overnight. By the next morning, as I watched him, it was clear that the pressure was building yet again. So our neurosurgeon, Dr. Harter, came up from NYU to replace the shunt completely and added a second shunt to another area. I can never say enough about the doctors we have in our life. They are amazing and always there when we need them. There is an incredible team of them ready to just keep our boy comfortable. We love them all, and are extremely grateful from the bottom of our hearts. They too have become an incredible support system to our family, and we have been blessed to have them in our life.

We then stayed again overnight for observation and came home Friday late afternoon with a very tired and worn out little man, and he had a big day to attend on August 6, his huge birthday circus party. We knew he would be tired, but we would get him through this beautiful day.

August 6, 2005

Well, beautiful day is only the beginning. Jimboy was honored by our County Executive, Andrew Spano and was honored as a Deputy County Coordinator. What an incredibly beautiful moment. Words cannot even describe how special that was and is. Thank you Andrew Spano, Tony Sutton, and John Jackson and the entire fire service and EMS service of Westchester for this momentous honor. Thank you Westchester County!!! EVERYONE!!!

Next, Jimboy was honored by the Katonah Fire Department as a Honorary Deputy Chief. Thank you chief Scott Smith and the entire Katonah Fire Department Members for this special honor for our sweet boy.

Then on to pony rides, a spectacular circus performance, swimming, playing, laughing, eating and every thing else that goes for a fun day of support, caring and loving. We could not have asked for a better day.

We were surrounded by people that love our boy and our family. There are moments in life when things seem so clear. This day, for me, it all was very clear. We need to take these moments and enjoy every second. I can never say that enough. This day will forever be burned in my heart and soul. The incredible love for us, we know we are not alone, EVER. We know we are all a team of miraculous people. Thank you, thank you, thank you!!!!

I can tell you all, I have never in my life met anyone like my son. I do not say that because he is my son, I say that because I have never met anyone with so much perseverance, strength, love, courage and more love for people. I cannot remember a time that he was never sweet nor kind. Always smiling, never complaining. I am thankful for the true moment and purity of his gift to me and everyone that surrounds us. So, dear friends and family, thank you for sharing every moment with us yesterday and always. We missed those that could not make it, but you were there in spirit - Jimboy knows it and I know it. This day let our boy know how many people truly surround and love him, a day that our family will have spectacular memories from. Know that we love you all. Thank You!!!

I will be posting more pictures to his site, www.jimmboy.com, as they come available. So, if you took pictures, please send them to me. The more the merrier.

Oh, before I forget, thank you to EVERY SINGLE PERSON that helped make this day so beautiful. If I were to list you all this email would be MUCH longer. You know who you are, and thank you!!!! How in the world does one attempt to thank approximately 400 people? LOL.

If you want to print a picture, right click on the picture, copy it to where you want it, then print.

Much love and God Bless You and Your Family Always, Gina (and Family

[Guest NYTruckie]

Edited August 8, 2005 by NYTruckie

[Guest DADAY]

Sorry i wasn't there to my Wed. night family, but i was thinking about you all hope all is well. See you soon

[ja3kfd 34]

As soon as we figure out how to post all the pictures in here we will.

We all had an excellent time, I guess we beat last years party know planning for next year........

[ja3kfd 34]

Pictures are posted on photo site of emt.bravo every one check them out..........