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Nov-11-2004 » Filed Under: Michael Oreskovic

Greetings everyone.

Michael had a pretty good day today. Lots of visitors bearing gifts for Veteran's day which he shared with some of the other guys on the ward. If all goes well, he will have his IV removed next wed. and be free of any attachments that restrict movement. We can hardly wait for him to get outside for a while. He tends to get hit with cabin fever every now and then. :-)

We are starting to feel a bit more comfortable navigating the hospital and surrounding buildings and I plan on posting some pics this weekend. This place is huge and a bit overwhelming to say the least.

Ashley stopped by to say hi and we were so happy to see her again. She is such a sweetie and makes us all smile when she is there. Her mom Cindy and brother stopped by yesterday with a friend from work and we had a great talk. It looks like the girls will be going shopping saturday which means Michael and I will be able to watch some football games uninterupted.

Georganna is doing better this week and I am happy to say she has been able to spend more time with Michael. Even though he won't admit it I can tell he enjoys having MOM around. He has started to talk a bit more about Iraq and he sure misses his buddies. Every time he sees something on the news he wishes he was back over there. Most of the soldiers I have met feel that way, especially those whose units are still in harms way. God bless them all.

Frank and Louise came by today with another member of the 14th cav association, David, and Michael had a great chat with them. These visits sure seem to perk Michael up since he is so interested in military history and to talk to the men who served in the troop in early campaigns fills him with pride and honor to have met them. Michael has such a great respect for the soldiers of previous wars because they did so much with so little back then. Michael knows he would not be here today if it wasn't for the equipment he was wearing and riding in during the time he was there.

Even though today was a day to honor our vets it was lessened a bit due to all the news coverage of other events. Not being able to get outside to visit the different events around DC during this special day sure saddened us all since all we could do was watch TV. Maybe another time we will come back to DC and be able to partake in some of the events in our nation's capitol. However, Michael's cousin Angie, was in a parade today with her scouts proudly displaying their OIF soldier on the side of their float. HOOAH!!! to the troop.

Well, it is getting late and tomorrow is going to be hectic for sure. Since most offices were closed today we have a lot of things to take care of tomorrow. If all goes well, Michael will be discharged from the hospital in a week or two. He can then move over to the Malogne house to continue his stay. It sure will be great to cook him his favorite meals again. (I sure hope we get a room with a cooktop) If not, it will be electric skillet time. A george forman grill may be in our future too since Michael has said hospital food is getting pretty boring. (MRE's are starting to look good to him lately)

Take care all and thank you so much for all you have done for our family. The prayers, visits, kind wishes and contributions are greatly appreciated. I know it is going to be a long year for us but I also know each of you will be in our prayers. We all have a road in life that takes us to places unknown, but with each others help we can finish the journey with God's help.

Respectfully yours,
Michael and family.
p.s. To all of Michael's troop he says to say he is doing well and wishes you all the best. I have not entered the emails he gave me but I plan on doing that this weekend to send you his best. Suivez Moi


Comments For "Oreo update":

Mike,

I'd like to extend my heartfelt thanks to you and Michael as well on Veterans Day. I hope you get a chance to see the sights when Michael has a bit more mobility.

Todd

Posted by: Todd | November 11, 2004 8:54 PM

On this Veterans Day, I want to thank you so much for your service. There is no way for us to repay you for that service. Thank you and God bless your family.

Posted by: Anonymous | November 11, 2004 10:46 PM

Hi Mike, Georg, and Michael,

You are in our thoughts and prayers every day. Glad to hear Michael is improving.
Great pictures with President Bush, I must add that you looked so cute Georganna, you reminded me of how you looked back in high school :)
Allison sends her love, we both wish we could make a visit to DC, but that is not an option at this time.
Just let Michael know that we are so proud of him. He is a very courageous young man and certainly a hero in our eyes. In that we include the other soldiers that are at Walter Reed with Michael and those that are currently serving and those that have served our country.
I was touched by your letter when you commented about the respect Michael held for those soldiers that served in previous wars. I am honored to teach a new generation of kids about their heroism. I have a special class I teach on WWII and am able to read testimonies from those brave men that served. I certainly agree with you.
Hope to hear from you soon, meanwhile you are continually in our thoughts and prayers.

Love,
Nancy & Allison

Posted by: Nancy C. | November 12, 2004 7:47 PM

Michael, Mike and the rest of the family,

It is so good to read your updates and follow Michael's progress. The news that he will be able to be free from those darned IV's and soon move to a non-hospital environment is wonderful. A grill and skillet??? My prayer is for a cook top!!! Bring on the GOOD FOOD!!

Michael..I saw the picture of you with President Bush. What a thrill that had to have been for you but I have a feeling that it was an even bigger thrill for our President to stand in your presence and the presence of all our brave and courageous soldiers at Walter Reed. Thank you for your service and your sacrifice. I look forward to following your progress through your Dad's words.

May God bless you

Posted by: Jack's Mom | November 13, 2004 6:30 PM

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