someone told me before i came to craig hospital that it was just like boot camp. at this point i would have to agree… i get up earlier than i want to, i go work out or go to class, then i go eat chow, then i go work out more or go to another...
Monthly Archives: September 2009
September 6, 2009 - 3:59 pm
Excellent progress! I agree completely about the therapist/terrorist comparison, that is as true as it gets. I also agree with your thoughts on it. every drop of sweat is lube for opening the doors to send you home. I’m proud of you Cuz!
Boyce
September 6, 2009 - 4:23 pm
Great work man, I can’t tell you how proud i am of you and the progress you are making. Know that I truly am rooting for you every minute. And there isn’t a prayer that is said that I don’t include you, Carol and your family.
September 6, 2009 - 4:23 pm
i’ve heard the term “physical terrorists” used before. feel free to use it. keep kicking ass, man. i am amazed and thankful at the progress you’ve made so far. then again, i expected nothing less. 
September 6, 2009 - 4:29 pm
Hey Will! I’ve been getting all the updates from FB & Don- sounds like you’re making great progress- Kudos for you! I know you won’t stop until yr back to 100%. I wish you a fast recovery.
Yr description of the ‘pilates therapy’ reminded me of how I felt when I was first learning to ride dirt and trying to keep up with Don, Marco, & you! LOL! Though I think I actually enjoyed my ‘torment’.
I know you have a tremendous support system, but if there is ANYTHING you need and I can help, now or in the future, please don’t hesitate to ask.
Take care my friend,
~Mark
September 6, 2009 - 4:34 pm
What was is Confucius said about a journey of a thousand miles? I love that determined expression on your face, Will. I can feel the agony the way you describe it, but your expression gives up what can only be called “Will Power”! Keep striving, my friend. You’ve got a big crew pulling for you.
Mike
September 6, 2009 - 5:24 pm
Cool, Will Power, is the name of the book. Ooorah, soldier you have some picture to take so no rest for the wicked or in your case the amazing.
September 6, 2009 - 7:40 pm
Get some.
September 6, 2009 - 8:47 pm
Will, you’re so awesome!!! I fully expect a book of some sort to be written by you after all of this. You’re a complete inspiration – I know you never asked to be – but you are. I’m just in awe every time I read an update. I fully expect to 2 step with you some day soon. After all…you sort of taught me!
September 6, 2009 - 9:09 pm
dude. you wear them out. you win.
September 6, 2009 - 10:55 pm
SO proud of you Boss! Can’t say enough about how great it is to see you improving everyday. I knew your determination would get you through. Never had a doubt!
September 7, 2009 - 12:32 am
Wow Will you go boy.. I said it before and say it again: where there is ‘Will’ there is a way. From the little I know of you I am sure you’ll get there and break records..
Keep us posted..
September 7, 2009 - 3:30 am
Will rocks!
September 7, 2009 - 8:53 am
Great post!! Glad to hear you are making so much progress!!
September 7, 2009 - 9:01 am
Hi Will – I work with Mark and Jacque and have been keeping up with you through them. All I can say is Wow! Great news that you you have movement and can feel sensations. I admire your strength and courage. You are in my prayers!!!
September 7, 2009 - 9:09 am
Remember, “Quod me non necat me fortiorem facit”.
Good job brother. I think one of my Drill Instructors lives in Denver, want me to see if I can get his number and swing him by? He might can come up with some new games for you guys to play!
Keep fighting the good fight.
September 7, 2009 - 9:26 am
Will we don’t have the privilage to know you. We pray that you continue to improve. Our son races mini quads and we have raced in Clovis at Bullet Bob’s track. That’s the first time we heard your name. Now we have a face to put with the name we will keep you and your family in our prayers. The Chavez family.
September 7, 2009 - 10:18 am
Sounds like you’re getting some state-of-the-art therapy. Keep fighting the good fight — I’m praying for you.
September 7, 2009 - 11:39 am
Will, you are my mentor! I got bucked off a horse and landed on my head in a cactus. I went 5 yrs. w/ days and sometimes weeks where I couldn’t walk. I had neck surgery in 99. I still have bad days but I’m a survivor, as are you. I’m looking at another possible neck surgery but I will not let this beat me. I’d like to share your blog w/ my therepist. I wish you the best! You are blesses to have Carol in your life. Deb 
September 7, 2009 - 2:16 pm
Wilbur, keep it up. I’m pulling for you and will keep you ever before my Lord in prayer.
September 7, 2009 - 6:15 pm
Congrats on the progress Will! Samate says hello.
Q
September 7, 2009 - 9:30 pm
Will, I have been following your progress since Mark first informed me of your accident. My brother went through months of recovery like this when he had to relearn everything including how to feed himself. I have great hopes for you. You sound as determined as he was and I know that will be the difference between walking again and not. Just keep going.
September 8, 2009 - 7:18 am
good to hear you’re making mad progress, dude! if it seems slow and tedious to you, know that the last time i saw you, i was fixing up a mouse pad for your mouth. and that was barely a month ago. you’re the man – can’t wait to see you.
September 8, 2009 - 7:25 am
looking good willy P ! keep it up and show those that torture you, what WILL power is !! Luv ya ! -K
September 8, 2009 - 8:24 am
Will,
Keep up the great work! We are all pulling for you and know you will overcome this obstacle. You are an inspiration!
Thank you Carol for all of the updates via email.
Becky
September 8, 2009 - 8:40 am
Awesome Will! Keep it up! We’re praying for you!
September 8, 2009 - 8:44 am
Will! BIG HAL Here!!! WOW I read and heard about your injuries and was floored!! Good to see your doing better and that’s great keep it up you’re tough guy I know you can do it… I hope to visit and see you soon. Hang in there Will! I will Pray for you..
BIG HAL…
September 9, 2009 - 2:05 pm
Wish you were closer so we could help with the torture …I mean therapy. (Sorry, Mark has a way of rubbing off on people. or maybe it just runs in the family.) Praying for you, Carol and all those working with you. your cuz
September 10, 2009 - 9:38 am
Keep up the fight!
September 11, 2009 - 9:05 pm
Hey man, been thinking about you and just checked in to see how you’re doing. Sounds like you’re making great progress. That’s great news for sure. Keep up the good work!
September 13, 2009 - 7:48 pm
Will, I am encouraged to read of your road to recovery. You are an awesome man and I know you will make an awesome recovery. I think there is a book in your future! I look forward to reading of all your successes!
Amber
September 18, 2009 - 12:52 pm
Hey Will, We Dalboms are getting the updates on you and are proud of your hard work to get back up and keep moving forward. You’re a winner through and through!
September 22, 2009 - 12:11 pm
Will, we all here wish you the best and are glad to see you’re making great progress!! Don’t beat up on the terrorist’s to bad! Get well brother.
September 23, 2009 - 8:04 pm
Hi Will, I’ve known Mark and Jacque since we were all in elementary and junior high school. Mark told me about your accident and I have been getting fairly regular updates concerning your progress through Mark or his postings on facebook. I’ve greatly enjoyed your blogging and look forward to reading more! I just want you to know that you are in my thoughts and prayers and I am believing for a full recovery for you. Hang in there Will; you can do it!
Sincerely,
Beverly Pollock
September 24, 2009 - 6:46 am
Keep on marching, Will, doing all you can and trust God with the rest. He loves you (as SO MANY others obviously do as well!!)
September 24, 2009 - 5:58 pm
Hi Will, Just happened to click on your blog in my favorites and started reading then backtracking to the archives then realization of what has happened and then the intake of breath and yet smiling as I read. How brave, courageous and determined you sound. You are making progress. We will put your name on our little white boards that we each have with others that we are remembering to pray for each day. You are putty in the therapists hands suspended on the gait. You brought a smile to my face. It does sound like progess, slow but sure which is sometimes the best way. What a wonderful photographer you are and I know that you will continue on with gracing us with your wit and skill and love. I know I have never met you but the stories that Steven has told me have brought much joy into my life. You will be thought of in our home every day as we open that fridge for a snack or a meal or to stand in front of it and say, do I really want to eat that right now? and it will bring a smile and we will pray and continue praying for you and Carol as you recover, recoup, and regain your life. Blessings, Steven & Karen Cheney
September 30, 2009 - 9:46 pm
Will, I sure enjoy your blogs. You have a way with words and a camera I only wish I had. Keep up the hard work, your progress is amazing and inspiring. You and Carol are in our prayers. Good to see so many others doing the same.
October 1, 2009 - 7:26 pm
Hey Will its me, Ashley, I dont know if you will remember me but as your VERY FIRST student nurse at Covenant I think you will!! I got your information from Shannon and finally found you on here. I have been wondered about you and the progress you have been making. Just from reading what you have written I can tell you have not lost your spirit and I am so proud of you for pushing through this. I just wanted you to know that you made a big impression and impact on me and I admire your courage. There need to be more Wills out there! Keep up the good hard work you are doing great, I knew you would! Keep in touch and I will be checkin in!
Ashley B
October 7, 2009 - 9:55 am
Will- Jim and I have thought about you a lot since leaving Craig. Hang in there, because there is nothing like waking up in your own bed, next to the one you love, sleeping as late as you want and picking out your owm supper!
The weather here in Maine has cooled down and the trees are turning colors early this year. We’ve had a turkey hen and her near-grown chick in the yard every day, and are still being harassed by the coyote pack. Jim helped me in the garden yesterday and has taken on the chore of doing the dishes, which is a great trade as I’m doing other things and can sure use the help!
Jim still experiences areas of numbness , mostly from my neck up according to Deb (not really!). Staring active PT today with a new set of terrorists–any words of wisdom on negotiating?
Will, continue to peresvere-you’ve got what it takes to get there–from one who’s on the same road, just ahead of you slightly!
Take care–Jim & Deb
October 14, 2009 - 3:59 pm
To move a mountain start with a pebble.
December 2, 2009 - 6:02 pm
awesome news, keep at it and you’ll be roosting on your buddies soon.
by will
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