Day 29 from Aunt Deb

Today Uncle Tim, Codi and I were able to go and visit Clarence. It was good to see him doing so well. He does seem to be much more content and comfortable with where he is. He is happy to be doing work to help get him home. His memory is much better, his verbal skills are much improved and, of course, his sense of humor is still with us. We sound like a broken record every time some asks use how Clarence is doing. We say…“Every time we see him he is doing so much better then then the time before. He truly is our Christmas miracle.”

Tim and I were invited to Pulaski’s firefighter’s recognition dinner; Tim thought it would be a good time to update everyone on Clarence’s progress. Over the past four weeks the firefighters have individually sought Tim out to inquire about Clarence. Tim did a beautiful job informing the department of how well Clarence is doing, as well as, thanking them for giving Clarence back to us. He said several times. “Thank you for giving me more time with my brother.” Tim had an appreciation plaque made on behalf of the entire McEldowney Family and presented to the fire chief of Pulaski.

To our surprise and delight, Tom Cure and his wife were invited to the dinner too. Tim had not met him when they came to the hospital, and again, Tim could not thank Tom enough. Tom shared with us a little more about what happen at the farm that day. Polaski fire department also presented Tom with a plaque for helping to save Clarence. Just as a side note I think Clarence, Tim and Tom have a boating date this summer. Having only met Tom and his wife twice, I can tell they are very special people; they are kind of heart and very generous of spirit. I think they should be honorary McEldowney’s (number 64 and 65).

Below is the pictures of the plaque, Tim and firefighter who save Uncle Clarence's life and Tom receiving his plaque from the Pulaski Chief.