From David Chen, husband of Theresa Wang, who is recovering from injuries sustained in the Nov. 19 car crash that also injured Colt Brennan:

Aloha to our Ohana,

I’m writing this update from the Kona airport, waiting for the red-eye flight to bring me back to my beloved Theresa in time for Valentine’s week (because with all we’ve been through, we deserve more than just a day to celebrate our love.)

The past three weeks of separation were difficult but the Lord does work in mysterious ways because sitting here now, I can’t even recall where much of the time went. It seemed like just the other day that cousin Darien greeted me here and now she’s sending me off again.

Even though we are currently separated by more than 3,500 miles, it’s been a busy week for both Theresa and me. I was occupied for the most part with catching up on the office and home fronts, sorting through hundreds of e-mails, phone messages and other documents at work and then repeating those tasks at home.

Funny how work and home life seem to merge into one and the same sometimes. But David doesn’t want to be a dull boy so I also took the time to visit and enjoy an occasional meal with both old and new friends.

There were plenty (or as the locals say, plenny) of hugs and tears to go around and sometimes, the conversations went into the wee hours. Still, it was worth losing some shut-eye to renew my energy and the faith that comes with being around such loving friends.

For Theresa, her week was chock full of nuts too. In addition to a fully booked rehab therapy schedule, our friend Jill flew out from San Francisco and spent the week with Theresa, supporting her through her various therapies and braving more than a few hospital meals and blizzards along the way.

Overall, Theresa and Jill had a great time together but that’s almost a certainly when Jill is around. She has an infectious and brilliant smile that rivals Julia Roberts and she’s a wonderful and giving person.

Jill took the time after each long day at Craig Hospital to give me an update by phone or e-mail so I am presenting selected passages for your enjoyment.

Thank you to Jill and to our Lord for sending this angel in our time of need.

Mahalo,
David

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