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Saturday, December 2, 2006

Warm

At 7:57 the nurse opened the door to the ICU ward. The first room on the left was Casey’s. The curtain was closed around the bed. A nurse stood outside.

Hold on. Let me see if you can go in, she said. What’s your name?

Aaron. It stuck in my throat.

What was that?

Aaron. Louder.

From around the curtain another nurse emerged.

Yes, come on in! she said

And then he was there. Looking at me with a Styrofoam cup of cranberry juice in his hand, his forehead still a little bloody from the clamps that held his head down during the biopsy.

My heart jumped. We both smiled.

Hi, Casey.

Hi, Aaron.

I missed you.

I missed you, too.

The next two hours was the best date we’ve ever had. Tomorrow, we’re decorating a Christmas tree and baking dinner with his family. They are wonderful people.

I write this so that I don’t forget.

Posted by Aaron on December 2, 2006 1:47 PM

Comments:

I have been thinking good thoughts for both you during this rough time...hang in there.

Joe W
December 2, 2006 2:53 PM

I'm so glad things worked out. I've been meaning to comment on this whole series of posts... I read the first two and teared up a little. I couldn't imagine being in your situation, let alone his. It's scary. I hope the best for you both.

Steven
December 2, 2006 6:03 PM

Aaron, you are a terrific guy and Casey is very lucky to have a great boyfriend like you. Your description of this tough journey for Casey tells me you are lucky to have each other, no matter how tough the situation is. You are great support for each other.

Brady
December 2, 2006 6:30 PM

Aaron,

I am praying for both you and your boyfriend. I'm grateful that you are writing about this time in your life. It makes me realize that I must cherish every day!

Sending warm thoughts your way,
Brad :-)

Brad
December 3, 2006 11:32 PM

Aaron..

It sounds like Casey is truly a survivor, and because of that, I'm sure his chances are greater than most. Hang in there.

With thoughts your way,

-Roger

Roger
December 6, 2006 11:25 PM