Brooke's Journey

Brooke and Jordan in Alabama

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This entry was posted on 10/9/2008 9:17 AM and is filed under uncategorized.

Brooke and I arrived in Huntsville, Alabama yesterday (Wed 10-8) afternoon.  We were welcomed by Sabrina (Mom) and Jordan (GLUT-1 age 13) and their local news staff, who was interested in getting the girls first meeting on tape.  Jordan is in a wheelchair right now, she has both legs casted from thigh to shins.  So Brooke was a little leary, I think she was feeling sorry for her!  Keep in mind Brooke is casted too from shins to toes.  They are quite a pair!  Jordan is amazing.  She looks, acts, sounds, just like Brooke.  It is unlike anything you'd ever believe.  When one of them are saying their words and your back is to them, it's hard to tell which one it was.  It's that's close.  They are so sweet and we are really enjoying the Stover's.  Richard (Dad) and Taylor (sister) are wonderful also.  Taylor is Jordan's older sister, age 17.  She cannot believe how much Brooke is like Jordan, it is very emotional for her.  She wants to keep Brooke!!  Last night we went out for "chickenanddressin" it's like one word, it was yummy.  The girls got some extra food for the celebration, so they were happy!!  Brooke is doing well and I'll update more later as they will be here any minute.  We are going to the Stover's, the Decatur Daily will be there at 11am for an interview, then we plan to shop a bit and have some lunch.  Thanks for checking in and hopefully I'll have some pix of the girls together today.  
 

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    • 10/9/2008 9:37 AM Sharlene wrote:
      Thanks for sharing. What a wonderful adventure. We always knew Brooke had a special purpose in this world and we are truly reminded of it in such a positive way in a meeting such as this. I am overwhelmed at the extent of your friendships and impact on the lives of others. Have a terrific vacation and see you when you get back. Love, Aunt Shar (and Uncle Mike, too).
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    • 10/9/2008 8:20 PM Aunt Cindy wrote:
      Hello Brooke and Mom!!
      I'm glad to hear that you made it to Alabama, safe and sound. I hope the plane ride went well!
      I'm so happy for Brooke for all of the opportunities she's had to meet some of the most amazing people, from one side of the world to the other.
      I'm glad you had the opportunity to meet Jordan and her family! But you let them know that they CANNOT keep you!! We had you first and we're not giving you up!! I'm sure Jordan is a most precious little girl, too!
      Love to all and we'll see you when you come home!
      Aunt Cindy and Cousin Peter
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    • 10/10/2008 11:44 AM Denise wrote:
      Sorry Taylor, but you can't keep Brookie. We would miss her way too much. I'm glad to hear you guys are having such a great time. Denise
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