Miracle at Ashdene Ridge

    By mhoey270_

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    07 Feb, 2024

    two young men sitting in a wheelchair in a park with trees and bushes behind them, one with glasses on, sots art, concept art, Brothers Hildebrandt, official art

    The journey began on an ordinary day. Jakey Beaker, a 14-year-old boy with limited mobility due to cancer in his legs, was in his wheelchair at Ashdene Ridge, a group home. His three best friends Carmen, Tee, and Johnny were around him.

    two young women standing in a store aisle with a backpack on their shoulders and a backpack on their shoulder, process art, a comic book panel, Cliff Childs, graphic novel

    Jakey's older sisters, Jess and Jordan, were also there. They were discussing the day's plans. The group was going to visit their hometown, which included a visit to their old shop, ironically also called 'The Dumping Ground.'

    a man standing in a bedroom looking at a cell phone and holding a camera in his hand, with a view of a city outside the window, serial art, a comic book panel, Everett Warner, official art

    The care workers, Mike Milligan and May-Li Wang, were busy making sure everyone was ready for the trip. Mike was the one who installed the lift in Jakey's bedroom to make his life easier.

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    As they arrived at their hometown, Jakey saw a familiar face, Flo, the owner of their old shop. Flo was happy to see them. She insisted on giving them their items for free, but they respectfully declined.

    a couple of people walking a dog on a beach with a dog on a leash and a man in a backpack, sots art, concept art, Cedric Seaut (Keos Masons), official art

    After leaving the shop, they made their way to the beach. Jakey, Jess, and Jordan spotted two figures in the distance walking a dog. The three siblings exchanged glances, their hearts racing.

    a man and two boys standing next to a dog in a forest with a dog on the ground and a man and a boy standing next to them, sots art, a comic book panel, Clark Voorhees, comic cover art

    As they got closer, they realized the figures were their deceased parents. Their dog, Alfie, was with them. Jakey, Jess, and Jordan were stunned. They couldn't believe their eyes.

    a couple of people sitting next to each other in a room with a door and a door frame behind them, sots art, a comic book panel, Clark Voorhees, official art

    They ran towards their parents, their hearts filled with joy and disbelief. Jakey's parents seemed just as surprised to see them. They embraced each other, tears streaming down their faces.

    a man in a wheelchair with a boy in a living room with a couch and a window with flowers, sots art, a storybook illustration, Alton Tobey, graphic novel

    Jakey asked the question everyone had in their minds, "How are you alive?" His parents explained that they had been in a coma after a terrible accident and had only recently woken up.

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    They had tried to find their children, but they were told they had moved. They decided to stay in their hometown in hopes that their children might come back someday. And they did.

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    Jakey, Jess, and Jordan were overwhelmed with emotions. They were happy, relieved, and a bit angry. But most of all, they were grateful. Their family was together again.

    a woman pushing a wheel chair next to a man on a beach with a bird flying overhead in the sky, serial art, a comic book panel, Choi Buk, official art

    When Mike and May-Li arrived at the beach, they were shocked to see Jakey's parents. They had been told that they had died. But seeing them alive, they were overjoyed.

    a man in a wheelchair with a woman and a child in front of him in a room with a desk and a computer, sots art, a character portrait, Adam Manyoki, official art

    Jakey's friends Carmen, Tee, and Johnny were also surprised. They knew how much Jakey missed his parents. Seeing his family reunited was a beautiful sight.

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    That night, they all celebrated. They shared stories and laughter, making up for the lost time. Jakey's parents were amazed at how much their children had grown.

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    The next day, Jakey's parents decided to move to Ashdene Ridge to be closer to their children. They were welcomed with open arms. Ashdene Ridge was finally a complete family.

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    Jakey, Jess, and Jordan were thrilled. They could see their parents every day. They could share their triumphs and troubles with them. They could have a normal family life.

    a family of four sitting in a wheelchair together in front of a house with a dog and a cat, sots art, a storybook illustration, Brothers Hildebrandt, comic cover art

    Jakey's friends were also happy for him. They saw how much happier he was. They were glad to see their friend so content.

    a man in a wheelchair and a man in a blue shirt sitting in a living room with a couch, sots art, a storybook illustration, Brothers Hildebrandt, official art

    Jakey's parents took turns taking care of him. They made sure he was comfortable and helped him with his mobility. They were there for him, just like they used to be.

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    As time passed, Jakey's condition improved. His parents' presence had a positive effect on him. He was more active and happier. He even started participating in school activities.

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    Jakey's friends and sisters were also doing well. They were excelling in school and their personal lives. They were content and happy.

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    Mike and May-Li were glad to see the positive changes in the children. They were proud of them. They were like a family.

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    Jakey's parents were grateful for Mike and May-Li. They thanked them for taking care of their children when they couldn't. They were glad their children were in good hands.

    a man in a wheelchair and a woman in a living room with a book in their hands, both smiling, american scene painting, a storybook illustration, Ada Gladys Killins, official art

    They decided to work together to take care of the children. They made a great team. Ashdene Ridge was a happy and loving home for everyone.

    a cartoon of a boy with a backpack on his back and a smile on his face, with a blue sky in the background, sots art, a character portrait, Aaron Jasinski, comic cover art

    Jakey's condition continued to improve. His mobility increased significantly. He could now participate in most of the activities. He was ecstatic.

    a man in a wheelchair with a boy in front of him on a city street with people standing around, sots art, a storybook illustration, Diego Gisbert Llorens, official art

    Jakey's parents were proud of him. They saw his resilience and determination. They were inspired by him.

    a group of people standing next to each other in a city street with a boy in a wheelchair in front of them, sots art, concept art, Doc Hammer, official art

    Jakey's friends and sisters were also proud of him. They saw his progress. They were inspired to work hard and achieve their goals.

    a man in a wheelchair is surrounded by a crowd of people in a city street, with a man in a crowd of people in the background, fantastic realism, a storybook illustration, Asaf Hanuka, graphic novel

    Jakey's story spread in their hometown. People were inspired by his story. They saw hope and resilience in him.

    a family of three sitting in a living room together, one of them is in a wheelchair and the other is in a wheelchair, sots art, a comic book panel, F Scott Hess, graphic novel

    Jakey was happy. He had his family, friends, and a loving home. He had hope and a bright future. He was content.

    a man in a wheelchair with a child on the beach with a woman and a boy on the beach, american realism, a storybook illustration, F Scott Hess, graphic novel

    One day, Jakey was sitting on the beach with his family. He looked at his parents and said, "This is a miracle. I'm so glad you're here." They all smiled and hugged each other.

    a boy in a wheelchair on a path in a field of flowers with a view of the hills and valleys, lyco art, a comic book panel, Cliff Childs, official art

    Jakey's journey was a testament to hope and resilience. He had faced many challenges, but he never gave up. He was a beacon of hope for everyone.

    a man in a wheelchair is sitting on a path in the woods with a view of the mountains and trees, american scene painting, a comic book panel, Cliff Childs, official art

    Jakey's story is a reminder that no matter how difficult life gets, there is always hope. Miracles do happen, like the one at Ashdene Ridge. And that's the beauty of life.

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