You are all loved! Happy Birthday soon to big bro, Dalen!
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The Loperena Family would like to send a huge "Thank you" to Santa Clara Valley Medical Center and staff, CCS (California Children's Services) staff, Dr. Cirone and staff, The Parrot Heads, The Community of Morgan Hill, The A Children's Garden Community, all our extended family far and wide and all those that have sent their prayers, well wishes and help. You all helped make this miracle happen. Dominic has now made the year milestone from his accident and is doing well. He still has a road to travel but he is moving down it at a decent pace.
David and Kimberly with (from left) Donovan, Dominic, & Dalen
It has been one year since Dominic Loperena was hit by a car while riding his bike at the intersection of Hale and Kalana Ave in Morgan Hill CA (July 29, 2008).
Thank you to one and all for this past year and your love........
The Loperena Family would like to send a huge "Thank you" to Santa Clara Valley Medical Center and staff, CCS (California Children's Services) staff, Dr. Cirone and staff, The Parrot Heads, The Community of Morgan Hill, The A Children's Garden Community, all our extended family far and wide and all those that have sent their prayers, well wishes and help. You all helped make this miracle happen. Dominic has now made the year milestone from his accident and is doing well. He still has a road to travel but he is moving down it at a decent pace.
Dominic, Age 8
The Loperena Family
David and Kimberly with (from left) Donovan, Dominic, & Dalen
About Me
- I am Dominic Loperena.
- I like chocolate! I'll be 8 soon and I am the youngest of 3 brothers. My older brothers are Dalen - - he's 11 and Donovan - - he's 13. They are super cool. We all like playing outside, playing video games and listening to loud music with my dad, David. My mom, Kimberly is really nice. She likes to wear shiny flip flops and gives me hugs whenever I need it. I'm really excited to be a Second grader at Los Paseos in Morgan Hill, and to be at the after school program at A Children's Garden. I am so lucky to have my family, my friends, my cat (Zoey), my two dogs (Noelle and Mauzer), and all the people that have been helping me get better.
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Dominic your recovery is in our thoughts and prayers! Our family prays that you and your family will feel the comfort of the lord at this time! God Bless...
Kim, we are all praying for little Dominics recovery. The wonderful congregation at West Hills Community Church of Morgan Hill are all praying, too. The Lord loves you all and knows your needs.
The Barr Family
(Catrina Kaleshs' family)
Hi Dominique,
I heard about your situation and immediately called my friends to begin a prayer chain for you. There are people praying for YOU AND YOUR FAMILY in America, Switzerland and England every day. You must be a very courageous boy to have gone through so much! Though, isn't it amazing, despite how hard life is, that love grows BIG in our heart when talking to God? (I think you already know that.) You are a champion!!!
Dominic my name is Abe and I am 6 years old like you. My Auntie Jamie told us about you and your family and I hope we can play together someday. I have been asking God to heal you and make you stronger every day. I'm really sorry that you got hurt but I am so glad you didn't die, because then we wouldn't be able to play together someday. I am gonna keep on praying for you and I just know you'll get better! Love, Abe
We thank everyone for their prayers and well wishes. Dominic is still at Valley Medical Center but has been moved out of the ICU. He is now in a room in the Pedi ward. He underwent surgery yesterday to place a button tube directly into his stomach. The surgery went well and he seems to be resting easier since they removed the tube from his nose. The rehab team has started to work with Dominic daily trying to minimize any further problems and maximize his recovery. We are still waiting for him to wake up and look forward to that day.
I want to thank you all for your continued prayers and emotional support. Our family is truly and deeply touched by the outpouring of good will from the Morgan Hill community and beyond. We can never thank you enough.
David Loperena
We are praying for Dominic each and every day. Keep the faith and stay grateful for every small step forward. Let us know what ever we can do to help out in any way.
Love the picture of Dominic and will hold that image in our hearts until he is back to his young self.
Joe and Charmaine Jabr
Dave and Kim,
I am so sorry to hear about Dominic's accident. You all will be in our thoughts and prayers.
Lance & Paige Kuempel and family
Dominic,
Through all our contacts you are now in prayer chains literally all over the world.
You are going to be well very soon.
I love you and pray for you each day.
Pappa
Dominic,
I am very proud of you for being such a strong little boy. I am overwhelmed by the situation you are in, but overjoyed that you are fighting so hard. Time heals all wounds, and I feel strongly that you will one day be all better! :)
I think about you every day, Dominic... You have my support, as well as the support of my family where I live. We are all keeping you in our prayers.
I'm looking forward to playing video games with you sometime soon, Dominic! You better get those thumbs ready! ^_^
With lots and LOTS of love,
Rex
Update 8/20/08: I just wanted to share Dominic's progress with you all. Within the past week, we've seen definite signs of improvement. Last Friday Dominic reached out several times to take a toy from his Grandma. Kim and I cried with joy. This was the first real sign that he is beginning to become aware of his environment and the activities going on around him. He continues to reach for toys held in front of him (if it’s a toy he likes). He also shows signs of excitement whenever we play his favorite cartoons. His eyes grow wider and he actually seems more alert. He’s still unable to communicate with us verbally or otherwise, but we feel confident he will eventually reach that goal as his recovery progresses. His physical therapy is well underway. They continue to work on range of motion with his arms, legs and head. This is to ensure his muscles and tendons remain limber until he can regain control of his motor functions. Once again, we want to thank all of you for the prayers and support you continue to pass along to our family. I’ll try to provide weekly updates and share any new signs of recovery as they occur.
Love,
The Loperena Family
Get well Dominic!
I've been hearing about your situation, so I thought that I would contribute. I'm keeping you in my prayers, Dominic, and keep on believing that you can make it through this. You're doing so great right now; don't lose any hope. You're so lucky to have so much people behind your back. :)
Well, I spent a long and productive day with Dominic today. He was officially accepted into the rehab program today. This means that he will be staying in the hospital to receive 3 hours a day, 5 to 6 days a week of rehab (Speech, Occupational therapy, and Physical therapy). He got a new jerry-rigged wheelchair today that allows him to sit up and helps him control his head so that we can get him outside in the fresh air and sun. He during PT (physical therapy) was put up on the tilt table; which allowed him to stand with help for the first time since the accident. We are still working on following commands and he is doing better. I was able to tease a little smile out of him today while playing with him and a little kiss (I think it was a kiss). He also was moving his head by himself a little bit today. Right before I left for the night (David's night tonight) he moved his body on 4 separate occasions to lay his head into my lap. Thanks for all your prayers and support. We are truly blessed in our community and family.
Hey Dominic! It's your cousin Elise! Just stopping by to say that you are in my thoughts and prayers everyday and I hope you have a speedy recovery! Aunt Kim and Uncle David, as well as Donovan and Dalen, my heart goes out to you all and I hope the best for you and your family! I miss you guys and hope to see you soon :)
love always, Elise
Dominic!! Hang in there little buddy. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you. Get better soon so you can help me give you dad a hard time.
Frank (daddy's friend from PalmSource)
You have a strong spirit, Dominic. Keep up the fight. I pray for you everyday and believe you will emerge from this accident victoriously. Love, hugs and kisses for you! Your Uncle Joseph
Hi Dominic..this is Mrs B. from Charter School. I hope that you recover soon, and that the occupational therapists there have as much fun with you as we do at Charter School. I sure miss you in OT!! Can't wait to see you back at school as a big 1st grader :) Take care and give lots of love to Mommy, Daddy, Dalen, and Donovan! Love Mrs. B the OT
Dominic had a really busy day today. He woke up with his tummy growling and ready to be fed at 7 am. The Occupational Therapist started with Dominic at 9 am and they worked today on his range of motion, reaching and grabbing, following directions, and sitting up. By 10:30 the Speech Therapist was in the room working with Dominic on swallowing, and sticking out his tongue (the only time that he can do this without getting into trouble ; ) ). He had a short 1/2 hour break and than back to work with the Physical Therapists. They worked on sitting up, range of motion, holding his head up, and tummy time. Everyone was impressed on the improvements with mobility that Dominic showed today. He is moving his head more, helping them sit him up, swallowing a little faster, and smoother control of his arm. He still is not using his right leg very much and his right arm at all. He had a little break at 12 for lunch and was back to work with the Speech Therapist again at 1:30 for another short session to practice his swallowing with lemon swabs and ice chips. Shortly after she left, I had Dominic laying down on his left side and he pushed himself into a sitting position by himself two times.
The head honcho of the rehab came in to evaluated how Dominic was doing. He looked at his progress with his therapy, his movement, direction following, eye tracking, and other assorted things. When he was done he laid Dominic down on the bed and told him to scoot back in the bed and HE ACTUALLY attempted it. The doctor looked so surprised and pleased. I know that my mouth must have been on the ground. The doctor set his leg up and told him to scoot himself back and he did it again. Although he was going more sideways than back. He did this a total of 4 separate times. We also had to get weighed today. Mom had to hold him on the scale. NO, I DIDN'T LOOK!!! He has gained a little weight. They have moved his feedings down from 5 a day down to 4 a day. Good because that midnight feeding was killing us. It looks like the doctors will be starting to wean him off one of his medicines starting tomorrow. He was so much more awake today than he has been in the past. He did not take one nap today. Which is the first since the accident happened and his eyes where so wide and aware looking.
Hey there Kim, David, Dominic, Dalen and Donovan. It has been a long time since I have seen you - but Joseph keeps me updated. It is amazing how the boys have grown since my last visit to MH. All of you are in my thoughts and daily prayers. Hugs - Karen
Hey there Kim, David, Dominic, Dalen and Donovan. It has been a long time since I have seen you - but Joseph keeps me updated. It is amazing how the boys have grown since my last visit to MH. All of you are in my thoughts and daily prayers. Hugs - Karen
Dearest Dominic & Family,
We are so grateful to hear of Dominic's progress. God loves you little man, & He's watching over you as our your parents, family, & friends Dominic. Go to www.rparrots.com & have mommie show you the page of the baby parrot that just hatched under "Parrots We Raise"! This will surely make you smile Dominic! Love you Dominic. Prayers really do magic Dominic. Speedy recovery my little friend! Love, Miss Renee xoxoxox
Our thoughts and best wishes are with the entire family through this challenging ordeal. We're happy to hear about the recent positive developments and hope that Dominic continues towards a full recovery!
All our best,
Robert & Eve D'Onofrio
Kimberly and David,
We have been following Dominic's progress and want you to know that you guys are in our hearts. Please let me know if you need help with the boys after school or if there is anything else that we can do. Hugs, Debbie and John Tawney
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