Augers Dig It!: November 2008

It was a year ago today when Jon had his Pancreatic attack and ended up in the hospital the first time. It doesn't seem like a year has past, but then again, life was pretty much a blur for about 6 months. I remember being in the thick of his illness and the doctor saying it would probably be about a year before Jon would feel himself again. What a blessing that his recooperation was much quicker than that. I couldn't imagine if he was just starting to feel back to himself again at this year mark. Although there were some very dark times during those six months, we were greatly blessed as a family. There were some amazing things that happened, and I know we have grown because of them. There was a huge void felt in our home during that time. Jon was just a shell of himself and we missed the father and husband we loved so much. It was hard to see him like that, sickly and uninvolved, so unlike him. We were so glad to see him regain his strength and sparkle in his eyes, he brings our home to life!

We were so greatful for such wonderful friends and family who showed us so much love and support during that time. We love you and are blessed to have you all in our lives!

Jon's first hospital stay

Jon got to come home from the hospital the day before Thanksgiving. That is one we will always remember, we had a lot to be thankful for!

After his second stay in the hospial - the battle wounds.

He ate on the couch

He slept on the couch, he pretty much lived on the couch for months.

This was in May, he said he needed to go on a trip to visit some clients and get back to work. I went with him because I thought he was to sick to go alone. Looking back and seeing this picture, he was probably to sick to go at all. He was just trying to take care of his family.

I knew we were on the road to recovery when he wanted to visit with friends. Eating dutch oven peach cobbler with Jeff always brings a smile to Jon's face.