We are overwhelmed by the love and support that everyone has given to Joel and to our family. Our long hours in the waiting room were made bearable knowing so many people were thinking of Joel and sending their best. Sometimes the waiting room seemed almost like a buffet; we think by the time Joel is out of here we will all need a membership to the gym to work off many hours of sitting and nibbling.
Through all this time of worry and stress we have been able to find some light moments of relief with the visits and the smiles we have received from so many of you. Reading this blog really helps Joel as well as us appreciate our communities and our family and friends.
Your kindness will always be remembered.
Love Shane, Donna, and Jan.
p.s. At the moment Joel is snoring loudly, great!
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We are so happy to hear you had the surgery and things are looking great! We continue to send you our positive energy and thoughts and prayers. Thanks for the updates on the blog as we are all anxious to know how you are ALL doing! We know it won't be long before you are back at the boathouse!!
Joel, I'm so glad to hear that the surgery has gone well, and that your recovery is looking promising. I was particularily stoked to hear that you could move your arm and wrist... let me know when the doctors say its okay, and I'll be by with a case of beer! Can't wait to see you back out here in Fernie, my thoughts go out to you and your family.
Mucho Peace, Love & Respect
Kyle
Hey Joel and crew! I just wanted to say thanks for updating this blog so often(it beats having to call mom and lorna and get the updates which also means me having to then go and visit! haha). Joel I have only met you a handful of times, but even though I dont know you all that well I have been on this darn blog as muchas I have facebook! Yes that is a lot just so you know! I want you to know that mu thoughts are with you, and that I am sure you will come out if this with a new outlook on life as I know I have by just hearing your story and seeing how you have delt with it. Its looks to me that you have hundreds of people supporting you through this, Its time like this in our lives that we look to those people to change our day! The support of family and friends is like no other. I wish you the best in your recovery. From those of us that dont know you well but know your family, we wish you a successful recovery!!
it's good to hear that your doing so good joel...can't wait until december for a little hockey game with all the guys...can't wait to hear more about your amazing progress
chad
Learning Every Day!!!
Joel, I am so very proud of you. Being with you this week has allowed me to learn many wonderful and marvelous things about you and what kind of person you have become. This week, every minute, hour and day you teach me something new about you and how special person you have become. Your strength, positive attitude, and the way you’re dealing with this situation gives me such a big smile.
I am so very proud of you Joel.
I am also truly blown out of the water with you, and these comments, tell me the story of you and how you touch everyone you meet, leaving them something special, that they remember you. This is shown from all the love and support you have received from the hundreds of comments made.
Your strength and determination is incredible.
Keep thinking positive and know everyone is sending encouraging thoughts your way.
Tons of Love and Admiration
Love Dad
xoxoxo
PS. Thank to all for your love and support and the ode funny joke
Hey,
I just wanted to send some good vibes and sweet prayers to your family. Stay strong, keep an open mind and open heart!
Take care,
Nicole
Joel, I just wanted to let you know that I have been thinking about you so much. I haven't been able to get to a computer until today, but Ang Tanner had let me know and I had a ton of emails from other people letting me know what was happening. I am so glad to hear that ever day finds a new success for you. Keep it up!! You are in my thoughts -
Sarah Chatwin
Joel hoping all the best for you man. Your situation has sparked a new way of looking at and appreciating life for me. Can't wait to shralp with you one day!
-Justin
How grateful and happy you all must be to see such positive progress! Just know that there is another corner of the world....the most southern part of Canada.....that is also sending prayers for Joel's speedy recovery. Only the best.....now and always.
Cookie Noestheden (Matthew's mom)
Glad to hear you are well on your way to recovery. Keep up all of you hard work as it will pay off. Looking forward to visiting you soon
Take care,
JP and Vanessa
I am so glad I got to see you today but I really just want you to come home. No one throws the frisbee as good as you do, I mean I humour them but I just can't keep up the act anymore. Hope to see you soon, I miss you. Wuv you arf! arf! xxx J.D.
Hi Joel!
I'm really glad to hear that things are going much better.
It's amazing how many people you know. It seems that every time i turn around, someone is talking about you or knows you. All my girlfriends know who you are and it's not through me. Some of them have partied at the beach with you!!!
Apparently you're popular...who knew????
In any event, i'm thankful for this website which allows me and my family the opportunity to keep up with you!
It's been a while since i've seen you guys but you all look great. Kaley you've changed soo much but you are beautiful. You are a very strong person and great support for your brother.
I hope to see you soon!
Keep up the great work.
Hugs to everyone!!!
Love
Jenn
p.s.
shaved heads are all the rage this summer.....
Hi Darlin'
We're missing you today ... so much! We celebrate each and every progression with you.
Sleep well, Love.
With so much love and light,
Aunty Peni and Uncle John
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