Friday
(From Mary Ann:)
This has been one hell of a week. Who could have imagined our beloved Steve Baker would be going through something like this.
Steve has touched the lives of so many people from his practice, his music, his outdoor interests, and his history of smokejumping. He is the first one to step up when someone needs help whether it is a building project, a question about a pet, or simply someone to hang out with and make you smile.
The outpouring of love and support that I have received in this past week has been truly overwhelming. I can never begin to express my gratitude for all of the people in our different walks of lives who have stepped up with kind words, food, hugs, companionship, finishing building projects, providing medical advice, and saying prayers. This is beyond a difficult situation for me and for Caroline and there is no way we could get through it without each and every one of you. We will be forever grateful.
I have had family members coming into town from different parts of the country and they cannot believe the amazing people that are around us and helping us through this. His stroke has made us realize how truly fragile life can be. Make the most of every moment you have. You never know how quickly things can change. The little things that bug us from time to time or make us angry are so trivial in the scheme of life. Set those things aside, and live your life in the best possible way. That is what Steve would want you to do.
Love to you all.
Mary Ann and Caroline
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Steve continues to gain strength and is in good spirits today. He is very alert and is doing physical therapy. He is going to have a tracheostomy placed so he won’t have to have a breathing tube in his mouth. He’s very excited to have the tube out and this will help with communication and comfort. It’s been a pretty crazy week, but slow and steady remains the theme.
Family and staff are still limiting visitors to reduce infection risk and help with rest.
-Dave W
