Friday, June 15, 2007
We are so thankful that God continues to hear and answer the prayers of all of you, our dear friends and family. Joe has had a truly wonderful week. When we first arrived, things were definitely bumpy, but now he has settled into a good routine overall. We really feel that Joseph is exactly where he needs to be, and is responding well to his therapy. The staff here at Learning Services are doing an outstanding job. We are grateful for all they are doing to help Joe continue to heal and develop more beneficial behaviors.
There are so many friends and family that have shown us great kindnesses during this difficult time, and there have also been folks that we would never have met or known before the accident, that God has placed in our lives to help us. One of those very special people is our case manager from our health insurance company, Teresa Lilly. Teresa took on Joe’s case like we were her best friends. She has fought with great tenacity to make sure that Joseph received the best of care. Whenever there was a road block, she would search for a new avenue of health care. She simply has never given up no matter what! Yesterday, our health insurance company flew in for a special filmed interview of our family. They are making a video for their company employees, and wanted Joe’s story to be a part of their video. Of course, we had do some major bragging on Teresa for the video, but I am sure that Principal Financial Group already know that they have one fine case manager in Teresa Lilly.
The folks here in North Carolina remind me so much of Tennesseans. People are so friendly and genuinely nice here. If you must be away from home, this is a great place be. Joseph and I (Mom) are a little homesick still, and miss all of you in the Knoxville/Clinton area!
God bless all of you,
David, Mona, & Jennifer
June 17th, 2007 at 1:07 am
Trantanellas,
It’s hard to believe it has been three months since Josh and I came to visit. In the meantime, we have continued monitoring your progress and keeping you in prayer. My heart cries out to the Lord with joy each time a new update is made because of the graciousness of God as evidenced by the steady healing and progress of Joseph. Those of us who have been aware of your situation have been blessed as we continue to see the Lord’s miraculous work in progress.
It is my hope and prayer that we can visit again before Josh goes to bootcamp in August. We will continue to lift all of you in prayer. We miss you guys and look forward to the next time we can get together.
Your friend in Christ,
Jerry Wonders
June 23rd, 2007 at 12:44 pm
Dear Trantanellas,
I work at the Principal Financial Group with Teresa and wanted to extend my sincerest thank you for recognizing her good work. We are very proud of how she has assisted your family and we pray for Joseph’s continued healing.
Thank you so much,
Maria Volante
Vice President, National Accounts Division
June 28th, 2007 at 9:54 pm
Joe I just wanted to let you know I am still praying for you. Keep up the progress man!!
June 30th, 2007 at 12:24 pm
Hello Family,
Just read the update. I have been out of circulation on the comp.(friends from Ga. here) until yesterday. Anyway, I was so blessed reading this update! Goes to prove, nothing is definite in the natural. We have the supernatural physician working in our lives and there is NO limit to what HE can do. How awesome is all of this. Thank you Lord for ALL that you’re doing for Joe and his family. We are continually praying for all of you and by this report it is very faith building to KNOW the Lord is answering.
I want to say “thank you” Joe again for the wonderful ministering you did to our Cheyenne and me(her Mom) on the Sun. p.m. before you left for N. C.. You will never know how much that blessed us. I came home very encouraged and my faith renewed. She still loves the song “Jesus Loves Me!” I don’t think I will ever sing that to her again without remembering how you sang that to her that night not even knowing it was her favorite song and brings her much peace. Joe, keep up the great work and desire that you have to get well, to be a vessel for the Lord and to be such a blessed brother-in-Christ. We love you Joe, and we’re looking forward to seeing you and your family soon.
Sis. Mona, thank you for updating this site. It’s very important to me. I miss seeing you on the organ. I know you’re where God wants you to be but I will be so thankful when the whole family is back at EBAC! We love you.
Jenn.,
I love you and I MISS YOU!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
If God be for us, who can be against us?
July 2nd, 2007 at 4:24 am
Trantanella family,
I just logged into check on Joseph’s condition. I do not know if you remember me, but your son was my patient in the Trauma unit at UT. At this time, I was doing my rotation for nursing school. I am extremely pleased to see that he is doing so well. I will pray for you. God Bless.
Misty Cooley
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