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Oct-24-2004 » Filed Under: Michael Oreskovic

Greetings everyone,

First off I have to tell you it is driving me crazy to be here at Walter Reed Med ctr without my rifle. Man this is a target rich environment. Big rats, grey squirrels all over the place and tonight we saw the biggest possum I have ever seen. If it was legal to have a gun on this base I would almost pay money to hunt here. LOL. Pretty tough being an Oregon boy in the big city of DC. ;-)

My son's final surgery seems to have done the trick. 8th one was the charm I guess. They had to take off more bone and tissue up to the bicep and that was pretty tough emotionally on us all. Not sure if the Army will allow him to stay in at this time, but an upper extremity amputee is not as easily placed as one with a lower extremity injury. One handed computer users are not very sought after but I guess we will not cross that bridge until we get there.

We had the Sgt Major of the Ranger training bat stop by today along with a retired colonel from my son's cav squadron. Meeting the rangers was bitter sweet for my son since he wanted his tab but will never be able to test for that now. All he said was he wished that he had met the sgt major two years ago. :-)

Michael went to physical therapy early in the day, used the stationary bike for an hour and broke a pretty good swet. Then he found out because of the direct line into his shoulder would not permit him to shower. He was not a happy camper after that. I told him it was just like being in Iraq, no water but lots of swet and sand. He smiled and said not even close dad. Ha ha.

His spirits are pretty good and he knows it will take some time and only God knows what his path will be.

I almost forgot, we got a visit from an air force pilot with a missing leg that is going to fly tomorrow for the first time doing his job since his accident. CNN is going to do a story on him tuesday morning on their early news. He has worked hard to get back to where he was before he lost his leg and it looks like he will be able to continue flying. Miracles happen around here every day and it does my heart good to see these fine young men get on with their lives and do so well.

One of the guys from my son's troop stopped by today, Sgt. Thorne, and he was walking on his own and had a good talk with my son. As some of you know, Sgt Thorne suffered traumatic brain injury and to see his improvement is nothing short of a miracle in progress.

Tomorrow starts week two of my journey and from what I hear, it is going to be a busy day. Take care all, I appreciate all the kind words and prayers you all have sent out way. I truly believe it helps us all and I will let you know how it goes as time goes on.

Take care, God bless.
Mike Oreskovic
A Proud Parent of a Stryker Soldier


Comments For "Oreo update":

Mike, thank you so very much for sharing with us! As you know, we are all continuously praying for Michael, and your entire family. It's wonderful to hear that Michael is recovering so well! Please hug him from me and tell him "thank you". He has a special place in all of our hearts. Please let us know if there is anything else that we can do to help! God bless.

Posted by: Apifani | October 24, 2004 10:49 PM

Thanks for the update Mike!! Checking the status of our Walter Reed soldiers has become a daily regiman for me. It is truly amazing how well our soldiers are progressing. I am convinced that Walter Reed is the best!! Please tell your son that we are pulling for him.

Posted by: Annette | October 24, 2004 10:53 PM

We are all praying for your son and your family, that the road to recovery will be as smooth as possible. The stories of our soldiers at Walter Reed is amazing and inspirational. Thanks so much for sharing these difficult times with all of us.

Posted by: Donna | October 24, 2004 11:56 PM

"One handed computer users are not very sought after but I guess we will not cross that bridge until we get there."

I can see no reason why a one-handed computer user should not be just as productive as a two-handed one. Typing is only a part of the task, and one can type almost as fast with one hand as with two.

Programmers and designers need brains more than hands.

Posted by: Don Cox | October 25, 2004 12:56 AM

Mike, if you're getting excited over possums and squirrels, you oughta come out about 15 minutes from Walter Reed to my place. We've got deer who wander my backyard at their leisure, calmly looking at me and blinking their eyes when I yell at them to stop eating my bushes, flowers, plants etc etc etc.

Seriously, I emailed my phone number and would love to help in any way possible since I'm so close to you.

Thank you for updating us on your son Mike, he is an inspiration to so many, as are you.

God Bless

Posted by: shelly | October 25, 2004 4:35 AM

Please tell Mike he is in my prayers as well. I broke my right arm last year and I used my computer each day with my left hand. Remember most men use their one hand to type any way. God bless Mike he is a hero in my book too and a speedy recovery is prayed for.

Posted by: Florence | October 25, 2004 5:34 AM

Mike, we are all keeping up on your progress and send our best your way. My nephew, Scott, thinks the world of you. Keep the faith. The example you set is an inspiration to others. God bless you and your family.

Posted by: Karen Estremo | October 25, 2004 7:01 AM

Dear Mike,
I have kept your family and your son in my prayers. All the soldiers are heroes in our eyes and we thank them, ask for blessings on them, and will keep them in our prayers. One day at a time and God bless you.

Posted by: Laurie, Chase's mom | October 25, 2004 8:40 AM

Thanks for the update Mike. Michael's progress (and your family's!) continues to be foremost in our thoughts. I'm glad to hear that might be his final surgery.

Posted by: Todd | October 25, 2004 11:26 AM

Mike,
Thanks for the update on Michael....I'm keeping you all in my prayers as is everyone at MM's.....
HUGS to you and Georgeanne and of course Michael
Karen

Posted by: Karen-Rob's mom | October 25, 2004 6:20 PM

Hey, I tried to look you up when I went through the hospital there on my way back, they said you'd already left. They're still trying to decide what they are going to do with me hopefully I'll find out here pretty soon. Drop me a line if you get a chance I really want to know how you're doing.
SGT Thibodeaux, Marc
MDTTATTOO@aol.com

Posted by: SGTThibodeaux | October 26, 2004 5:17 PM

Mike, Georganne, Michael, and Andrea,

I appreciate your openness with all of us at a time when most would just want privacy. You truly are an uncommon breed! God knows we need the friendships that have developed here.

God does have an amazing plan for your family and I still pray for your strength, peace, health and faith to grow.

With much love from another Stryker mom,
Patty, mom of Spc. Chris, 2Lt. Matt, and Alicia

Posted by: PattyF | October 26, 2004 7:29 PM

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