Some of you know of some of the struggles that our family have been dealing with the last couple years. Husbands disabling Stroke, our 2013 RHP's injury from Shoulder Instability./ Overuse leading to Tommy John surgery last Summer, after High School graduation. The College still wanted him, and wanted him to have the surgery. He did. It went well. Rehab and recovery have gone well,although some shoulder tightness. But, doing some of his P90X workouts, along with swimming, seemed to help that so much, his Trainers had him continue doing that. But, it has been a long lonely, tough year. Part of a team, but not really. Little notice by the Coach or staff. Although Teammates have been great.
Well tonight, after his Universities home game, while all the staff and team were still there, our 2013 son - Denny, was called out to have his first post surgery Bull-pen session throwing live. Nobody, not the Coaches, nor his teammates had ever seen him throw before. He was told not to throw at 100% or any Offside pitches, or at least not until he had already thrown one...well. He felt like he was on and accurate, and that his velocity was there too, without giving it 100%. And NO pain! He was happy and excited! Likely a little nervous, as they all stood to watch his session, and then all come and congratulate him too!
And to make things even better, who was the first person he called to share his news...well, after the girlfriend
...but, his Mom! This past year has brought us even closer than we've always been. This just makes it all worth it! Happy & Grateful Mom!
PS: Shout out of thanks to JH for his help and inspiration!
