Hi, I'm Valerie, Franck's wife.
I wanted to thank you all for your care and updates concerning Carrol and Franck. Special thanks to JP, Franck was really happy to see you
I passed along everybody's messages and posts to Franck and to Francie, Carrol's wife.
I am especially grateful to the Byron folks for their warm hospitality and for being so friendly to us. Last Sunday was our first visit to BAS and we quickly found that the "Byron love" lives up to its reputation.
When I came back to the DZ with some beers after I had such a good day, I heard the ambulance sirens approaching. Jeff kindly took care of my kids, while I ran to find out what happened. Many jumpers were staying around supporting and helping Carrol and Franck, until and after the paramedics were there.
I was deeply touched that several of them took the time and found the strength to come and comfort me, even after it had become obvious how critical Carrol's condition was. So, many, many thanks to you all in Byron (I can't remember all the names, but among them were Bonnie, Randy, Jeff, and Mike) for your help, kindness and professionalism.
I have been in constant touch with Francie, or her close family. She told me that she would get you posted about Carrol's latest news, as she was about to see him tonight when I left her.
As for Franck, he just started drinking some juice tonight (his digestive system works again since the intestine surgery). The back surgery should then occur next week, if not before, and he will wear braces for about six months. Valerie
