Let us start by saying that we are overwhelmed with the outpouring of love, prayers and support we have received for Christian. It has rendered us speachless to know how many people think so highly of him. THANK YOU from the bottom of our hearts!!!
In brief: Christian was injured during the pre-season Jamboree game this past Thursday, August 28th. After feeling pain in his leg he went and sat the final 5 minutes of the last game on the bench. Trying to walk off the field after the game he collapsed and was rushed to Dominican Hospital. Leaving all the gory details at the hospital where they belong, Christian was airvacked to Stanford Hospital in Palo Alto, where he under went a type of surgery on his brain to try and remove a blood clot on his brainstem caused by a stroke. He was not expected to make it out of the surgery, BUT of course he did!!! He is currently undergoing treatment in the PICU (pediatric intensive care unit) here at Stanford. We have been Blessed with an outstanding team of doctors and they have taken every step to continue Christian's recovery.
The easiest analogy we can make to explain what is happening now is : It's kinda like an earthquake (the injury and subsequent surgery) with after shocks. We have to wait several days till the dust settles before we can figure out the extent of the damage done by the stroke. Each day brings to light another piece of information that will be used by the doctors to determine what damage has occurred and what will be necessary to bring him renewed health. Again THANK YOU for your Love and Prayers!!
-Christian's Family
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This space was created with the hopes for friends and family to post their thoughts and well-wishes for Christian, and to provide updated information for everyone in Christian's life. Christian, we love you and our thoughts are with you constantly.
93 comments:
Christian: We are so happy that you have come through your surgery. Each day you are becoming stronger. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. We love you!!!
Christian--We can't wait to see you home again. We know that with the love and support of your family, friends, and everyone in the community you will pull through this. We're praying for a fast recovery and are looking forward to seeing you soon!!
Christian,
You are one of THE toughest kids I know. My nickname for you since you were a toddler is "wildman" because of your determination, perserverance and guts. We know you will pull through this! We're praying for a speedy recovery! Sending healing thoughts your way!
Christian:
Our thoughts and prayers are with you every day for a full and speedy recovery. We look forward to seeing you soon!
God bless you,
The Miceli Family
The Santa Cruz Sentinel would like to get the word out about Christian to the community. If anyone can help, please contact me at djones@santacruzsentinel.com or 763-4505. Thanks.
Dear Bauerle Family--
You have been in our thoughts and prayers since the Jamboree. We know Christian will continue to heal and grow stronger each day. Progress--not perfection. One day at a time. We are grateful for each little miracle. May God continue to guide those taking care of Christian. Know that you are surrounded by God's love, manifested through all your family, friends and those touched by Christian.
As a parent of one of his team mates, I am looking forward to the day I get to meet Christian and give him a hug!
We are all holding our children closer today.
God Bless all of you,
Love Maggie, mom of Parker #52
Christian
you have always been one of those amazing athletes that could conquer anything he set his mind to.
I know you will make it through this, you are in all of the former Good Shepherd students prayers. We love you man
-Shane Bruce
Christian,
We pray God will hold you close and give you the strength you need. Take comfort in knowing he is with you every step of the way, as you walk this very difficult journey.
You are an incredibly strong and healthy young man. We know you will fight with everything you have to get through this. If anyone can walk this path and come out okay, it will be you.
Your friends are incredibly proud of the strength and determination you have showed to pull through so far, but then again that is the Christian they(we)know and love.
The Vanni Family..(Nikki)
Christian- We're keeping you in our prayers everyday. We just know that you can overcome this, because you're a strong individual. We're looking forward to hearing you say "It's all good." We wish you all the best and promise to come visit you.
Love,
The Beastons
(Note from Jordan: The St. Francis football team is keeping you in their prayers, Varsity and JV alike. We're all rooting for you. All the players constantly ask for updates, so I'm always pestered with questions. I know you can beat this because you're strong.
Best of Luck,
Jordan)
Dear Christian,
At Jr. Guards we call you "The Hulk" because you are so much stronger than the rest of us. If anyone could pull through this it is you. My prayers go out to you and your family. God, your friends, and family are all going to help you through this.
Recover With Speed,
Jackson Partin
Bauerle family & friends: I am sending you my best wishes, thoughts & prayers with hopes for a speedy recovery.
I pray he will come back to us 100 percent many people say there is no connection like football well its true... he is like a brother to me and i cant wait to see him again god bless
Christian, through out the day you are the main thing in everyones mind. Nothing seems the same with out you leading us in football. You are an amazing athlete! No one can do or bring what you bring to the football field. You are in every single persons prayers. We all know you are tough enough to pull though it. No one can describe how much we are all missing you right now and just wishing and praying for a healthy and speedy recovery. Nothing in this world is too strong or hard for you to accomplish. We all know you will make it through these hard times. We all love you dude! You're in our prayers!
C.B. #7
-Parker Merritt #52
Christian,
We're all praying for you, even Haley, who's four.
We always knew how exceptional you are and you're proving that now, miracles are already happening.
There's obviously so much love coming your way. May it support your already incredible strength and help heal you. You have brought so much light to the world. It's coming back to you now.
Love, the Maddens
Dear Bauerle Family,
Your wonderful Christian is a friend of my daughter, Juliana.
I am a Mother of four, who also has grieved over her own children's challenges and misfortunes at various times in our lives.
Though we do not all know each other personally, please know that so many in this community, including our own family, hold you all in our hearts, minds and thoughts.
We walk with you in spirit and in love, each and every day on the path of Christian's recovery.
May you feel a sense of comfort in knowing we, like so many, are with you during these trying times. We are here for you, should you need us.
God Bless, the Lazzarini Family
Christian,
We're sending you the power of ManBearPig to help you in your recovery. I'm super sereal, too! Just look here: http://wanted-man-bear-pig.tripod.com/ to see Man Bear Pig in all his glory. :-)
Ah, Christian, those were the days when we'd all talk about South Park and ManBearPig at The Shep during PE and recess. It just never got funnier than that, did it?
I hope this little note from Amy and me brings a smile to your face. We love you, Christian, very much.
Coach Greg
christian: im going 2 be praying for man. im praying that ur recovery goes well and 2 see u sonn!!!
Christian & Family-There isn't a second of the day you are not in our thoughts and prayers for a speedy recovery. Can't wait to see you around school again kiddo, get well soon!
Soquel Cheer
Randy & family, I just wanted to send you my love and support during this difficult time. Christian is in my thoughts and prayers and I wish him good health and a speedy recovery. Please let me know if there is anything the family needs. Fondly, pascha
Christian.
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Christian you are, and always will be THE MACHINE. You are by far the strongest kid I know. I know that you will come out strong. I will see you home in the neighborhood soon.
Marc Lewis
Christian- We are all hoping and praying that you will pull through this. You need to know that your not alone in this, there are a bunch of people wishing you all the best and hope for a full recovery.
God Bless You,
Newberry Family
and all the members and coaches of SLV JV Football
Mox, our thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family. We miss you and love you and are praying daily for a speedy recovery.
Christian, You are always in our thoughts and we want to send our love and support. You are such a strong and determined young man we know you can overcome anything. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Love, The Torres Family
My thoughts and prayers are with you. May God build upon the strength you already have and that of your family during this challenge.
Deanna Young
Christian,
I just heard about what happened last night from my daughter (a new freshman, JV Volleyball Team member) of Soquel. Being a father and Pop Warner Coach my strength and focus is with you right now. Take Care of yourself and I know/feel you'll be so much stronger as a result.
I'll look forward to meeting you in the real near future.
Hang in there and make every day that much better!
Christian,Randy,Karen,Matt and Derek,
I wanted to know that you are in our thoughts and prayers daily. We hope that the comfort and love from your family and friends surrounds you at this time.
Christian, we know you are strong
and that you will recover from this.
Love,
The Donatini Family
Joe, Liz, Celeste and Vince
Dear Christian (and the entire Bauerle Family),
Our prayers for your complete recovery are flowing! We are so thankful that you made it through the surgery.
There are a lot of people pulling together for you and rest assured, God is watching over you.
May it comfort everyone to know that just one year ago, Dillon McCoy (who is now a Soquel High Freshman) suffered a traumatic Brain Injury exactly one year ago and because of all of the loving prayers and God's Divine Plan, he is fine and fully functional.
KEEP PRAYING FOR CHRISTIAN!
The power of prayer is amazing!
Love,
Cherrie and the McCoy Family
Dear Christian,
Blessings and prayers to you and your family. I have been dedicating the yoga classes to your recovery. I know your determination and know you will recover. You are a beautiful person and I look forward to seeing you in class again.
Love,
Karyn B.
Christian,
I don't know know you but I do know Shannon and her family. Our family is praying for you that you have a full recovery. We are all thinking about you and praying that you heal quickly and get back to full activity. Take care.
Love,
Kendra Anderson and Family
Christian: Love for you and your family stretches all the way from London, England.
Heath Fontes
Sara Jacobs
Christian and family,
this is John Lewis and family at the other cul de sac in the neighborhood. We read the news early this morning and are very upset about it. May Almighty God's angels of mercy, healing and light be ever abundant about you, Christian, protecting, blessing and guiding you towards those thoughts and actions that will be of best benefit to you in all respects. We are all awaiting your full recovery. And in the meantime, our prayers and thoughts will continue daily. And to the family, stay strong and steady. This too shall pass. If there is anything we can do to lighten your load, please let us know.
With love, John, Maryann, Lisa and Marc.
Bauerle Family,
Our son Jesse goes to school with Christian. He and all his friends are praying for him and can't wait to see him again at school.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and should you ever need anything please let us know.
Hang in there!
The Young Family
Hey christian!
we all miss you at school and can't wait for you to be back at Soquel High soon! there's not a day that goes by that you're not on our minds. feel better soon!
love leanna
Dear Bauerle family, We just want to let you know Christian is in our prayers each day. Our son plays on the freshman football team. Although we don't know Christian personally it is obvious what a WONDERFUL boy he is by all of the great things we are hearing about him. Healing thoughts. The Ramirez family.
Christian and the Bauerle family-
I read through some of these comments and I can't help but notice all the nick names, wild man, the hulk, but I know u as the machine. They are all different but still have something in commen, the strength and determination of your personality. My hopes and prayers go out to you christian(and family) and look foward to seeing u after speedy recovery.
Coach Tyler Ritchie
Cap Soquel AAA A's
christian thank god you made it through surgey, you had us all worried there but we somehow knew you were gonna make it, glad to hear your doing better!! your in our prayers and theres not a day we go without thinking of you, i miss you sooooo much!!! and hope to see you soon!!!!!
love always laura Ponce!
mox....
me and you go back to the pop warner days we worked so hard together and for all that work to come to an end like this, it's terrible.
your such a good kid.
you're like a brother to me.
i love you dude.
i hope you get a fast recovery cause i miss seeing that smile.
im praying for you every night.
much love,
just to let you know im going to be playing so hard for you.
Irving figueroa
Christian i know that i dont know you, and that we go to different schools but i'm still praying for you and hoping that you make it through.I know that your tough and will ind a way to make it through this difficult time, I hope i can see you on the sideline this year when we play you. Good Luck!!!
Much love Micah Chase
CB! Get better soon!
We Miss you man.
Once a Knight Always a Knight!
This season is for you CB!
-Jeff Tuttle #51 & the Juhl Family
Dear Christian,
God bless you. We are all praying for you with all our hearts. We know that you are strong, and that you are going to be all right with the love and support of the community, including all your wonderful friends and family. Our thoughts are with you and each day we will continue to pray for you. You can do it buddy! We are thinking about you every single day.
God bless you,
The Scotts Valley High School JV Football Team
Mox- Even though i have only known you since las summer it feels like i have know you for a life time! You are one of the best kids i know, you have such good goals and you always try to succed at them. You are one of the best football players on our team and such a great leader. There isnt a day that goes by that i dont think of you. Hope you get better, cant wait to see you. SCOOP ANNDD SCORE!
We all love you dude!
Brandon #50
Dear Bauerle Family
Please know that we are pulling for you in this difficult time. We've been thinking of you since we heard and our prayers are now for you. Get Well Soon!
The Gilbert Family
Doug,Deanann, Will,and Ben
Christian: We have seen you take some pretty crazy hits and falls when playing with your brothers and friends out front, by the creek, etc. You bounced back from every one of those and we know you will do the same from this one. Maverick mistakes Erin for you when he goes in to play with him. On the first day he was so excited then realized it wasn't you. Maverick sure misses you. We will be keeping him in good shape until you return. We will all be here to support you in your recovery. Lots of prayers and loving thoughts. -The Courtneys
Randy,
I saw Karyn today and she told me that the young man I had read about in the paper was your son. Please know that you and your son and your whole family are resonating in my heart and in my thoughts.
Amey Mathews
(from Yoga Within)
Christian,
Dude I know I've only known you since freshmen year, but trust me that seems like eternity. In that time period I've gotten to know that you are one of the strongest people I've ever met, physically and mentally and god made you that way for a reason so keep fighting. You are in my prayers day and night. I love you and your family man, and you all have me and my family's support. So just get well so you can be out in that field with us...
...I'd do anything for you because you're like a brother to me.
#56
Christian and Family –
On behalf of all of the concerned students and staff at Harbor, we trust that you will have a rapid and complete recovery for your most unfortunate injury. Best wishes to you and your family through this most difficult time.
Harbor High School Athletic Department
Christian and Family,
I send my thoughts and prayers to all of you!!
Christian, I've know you for such a long time and you have always been one of the best all around guys I know.
I'm so positive you can pull through this!! You are such a strong kid mentally and physically!
I cant wait to see you again and give you a big hug! Get well soon!
Love,
BreAnne Rhett
P.S. We all miss you in concert choir!! The bases just don’t sound the same ;)
Christian!
I am so glad to hear that you are doing better i was so worried but
my thoughts are prayers are with you i hope you have a quick recovery you're so strong. The whole school misses you! come back soon
:) Juliana L
Hey Christian!
We just wanted to let you know we are thinking about you. We hope you get better soon! So many good times at Good Shep. Who could forget Yosemite, DC, and all of those days spent hanging out with friends. Hurry back because we miss you!
Love Allee and Daniella
Hi Christian and Family,
You are in our prayers daily. We know that your strength will give you what you need to recover. Please come home soon...we miss seeing you walk your dog! Lots of love and many get better hugs,
The McDermott Family
Christian,
Everyone knows how strong the Bauerle boys are! I know you'll use that strength to pull through this. Know that you have so many people who'd do anything to trade places with you right now, and that we're all sending our positive thoughts your way!
And to all the Bauerle's, Sullivan's and Garbiras', please know that your are equally in our thoughts, everyday.
You've always had an upbeat heart. The stingray coaches remember you every day for it, so we know you'll get through this well. Come see us when can. We miss you!!!
Christian you are strong and will come through this. Prayers and love are coming to you daily/hourly from your teammates, Knight parents and the Santa Cruz community. We love you and can't wait to see you.
Christian,
The St. Francis JV and Varsity teams are praying for you and hope that you will have a fast and full recovery. Everyone on the team is concerned and have been asking about you. God Bless You!!!
I don't know U or your family, but my prayers go out to you all during this trying time. A collective faith of good will uplift and protect you.
Christian, We dont know you but we wanted to let you know that our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Our wishes for a speedy recovery.
Janey (ex-football mum), Johnny King(ex-pirate) and Richie King (ex-pirate)
Christian & Family,
You have been in our thoughts and prayers constantly. May God and his angels surround you and your family as you continue to heal. We are looking forward to your return soon, the neighborhood isn't the same without you!
Karen & Chris Johnson
First let me start by saying my prayers are with you and of course with Christian. I live in WA state, but grew up in Santa Cruz. I have a son that is a sophmore at Olympia High School and is on JV and Varsity football and just last year he was injured due to taking a hit and a week later he said mom something is wrong my face wont move. I took him straight to the hospital. They did test after test and the Dr. really didn't know what he was talking about. He told me it could be a stroke or Bells Palsy. Needless to say it was Bells Palsy and his face was paralized for about 8 months. He has now recovered and is back at football.
I know your son is a strong young man with the fight and determination in him. Best of luck and I will follow his recoverey from here in WA State.
Much love to him and your family!!
Dear Christian and Bauerle Family,
I coach football at SLV and I speak for every player and coach on our team, in saying that we are thinking of you and happy that you are getting better. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Sincerely,
Mark Mercer
Christian and family: I heard the news today through a friend of the family, and am sending along positive vibes and prayers for a full, speedy recovery!
Nina Handen(Butera) & Family
Machine..
Just want you to know that we are all thinking about you. I'm gonna take mav on a walk later.
coach marc
As a SHS mom, I wanted your family to know that you are in our thoughts and prayers for a full recovery for Christian.
Karen, Lean & Cole Cofer
Christian & Family,
Beyond school boundries, league boundries, geographic boundries, we truly live in a homegenous Football Community who care and love all of our student athletes. Remember as you go through this trial that you are not alone. Although different from yours, our experiences last summer have strengthened our program and community I know it will strengthen yours. We share in prayer and well wishes with you and your community for a speedy recovery.
Coach Sullivan & the entire WHS Wildcatz Family
Christian - I am a friend of your Mom's - Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family for a speedy recovery - God Bless you Christian! Can't wait to meet you...lots of love - Jamie
Christian...I am a long time friend of your Mom's - from our family to yours - we send prayers - love and hugs! God Bless you buddy!!! Jamie and Family
Christian,
We're praying every day for your speedy and complete recovery.
Alex & family
(Alex is a classmate of your brother Derek)
Hey Christian,
We are so happy that you got through surgery. We are really pulling for you and hope you get better soon so we can see you. Were praying for you every day. We love you.
-Izaak n Iggy
Christian,
you are one of the toughest kids I know. I knew you could make it through the surgery. I'm praying for you. Get well soon.
Michael Macy
MOX!!
This is your track coach, Mary! You always were the toughest one out there (shhh that's our little secret) My thoughts and prayers have been with you buddy. Can't wait to see you back in action in the spring time, with that fiery attitude and all! You are a star, dear Mox.
All the best for a speedy recovery,
Mary
Christian,
Not a day goes by that you are not in my constant thoughts and prayers. You are an incredibley strong and determined guy, and I know you will fight through and overcome any obstacle you may face. I have so much faith in you, and you should know that you are not alone in this, you have so many people back home who truly care about you. You are an amazing guy and a great friend, and I cannot wait until you come home. We all miss you terribly, get well soon, and stay strong.
love nikki :]
Christian,
You are such a remarkable person! Being both athletically driven and a kind person to all, you have touched so many people in so many different ways. The power and strength you have shown through your athleticism will help you pull through and into a quick recovery. This is just one more way you are going to be an inspiration to us all.
Besides we need you on the paddling team to lead us to victory at Junior Guards!
-Eric Segura #88,
Victoria, and Family
Dear Christian,
You are strong in mind, body and your faith. This, and all the love and prayers from your family, friends and people who don't even know you, will get you through this ordeal. The Capitola Jr. Lifeguard's parents, instructors and kids are all praying for you.
The Bellarmine Campus Ministry is praying for you at Mass every day. That's a lot of people praying for you! And we know God will hear our prayers and protect you and heal you. We hope you'll be home real soon!
The Partin Family
Christian,
I have kept you in prayers everyday since I heard what happened. I will continue to pray for your full recovery , and I wont stop until it happens. May the Lord in all His love bless you, and may He send His Spirit to comfort both you and your family.
Dillon Scherer
Christian, Randy, Karen, and Family:
All of us at Aptos Martial Arts are loving you and sending support and prayers.
Please let us know if we can do anything else.
We know that Christian already has the inner strength and incredible tenacity to fight through this.
Please tell him we love him and are thinking of him.
Master Mikols and the Aptos Martial Arts Family
688-1118
cell - 345-2218
Christian, just wanted you to know that I am thinking about you amigo and I am extremely glad to hear that you are doing better. If anyone can get back on the horse, it's you and I mean that. Alright buddy see you around soon,
Sr. Dahlen
Hi Christian: My prayers go out to you for a speedy recovery. I know in my heart that you will be back soon doing all the things you love to do. Of all the kids I know you are the toughest and most determined. I am looking forward to giving you a big hug soon.
Love,
The Gibbs Family
Christian, Randy,& Family,
Our family prayers are with you for
a very speedy recovery. May the Lord wrap his loving arms around you and your family in comfort, protection, and healing.
Anne (Mildbrandt) Taku
Christian you are in all of our prayers all the time. God loves you and is with you every step of the way. Know that you are greatly missed by everyone at school, so we are loving, praying and waiting for you.
You are an awesome athlete and we admire you.
love,
the Blake-Manuele family
Mox..We miss you so much and cant wait till you come back. We've been praying for you and i know youll make it out ok. Your strong, and youll make it through. I cant wait to see you.
Love always,
Sydnee
Christian--I hope you feel better. you might not know me but i know you. You are Christian. You are my friend.... Ashley.
I am Makenna. Christian, I love you. I pray for you to get better.
Makenna, Ashley and Christopher
(And their mom, Amy Green) Hang in there. :-)
Christian,
I know you don't know me that well but my prayers are with you. You are a very strong person and I know you can make it through this. Get well soon!
-Melissa Weckerle(your neighbor and classmate)
Christian-
i don't know you very well but i've known you since the good shepherd days and heard about what happened. my prayers are with you every day, i know you're a tough kid. You helped me to realize a couple things about life just by hearing your story, i hope you know people care and i hope you know that you've made a difference in their lives. good luck.
Brooke Schifano
(your former classmate and jr guard)
Dear Christian,
I pray for you everyday. You are
first in my prayers and last. I look
forward to the day you meet everyone
who loves you and cares so much for
you.
You are in our hearts and minds everyday. God bless you, Christian. We are all here for you.
love,
Cathy, Dan, Tessa, Henry, Kalani
and Jamal
Mox- Dude you are my hero. I can't believe how good you are doing. you are like a brother to me. You are such a great fighter. As your linemen and proud friend i woud do anything to be in the bed instead of you. Can't wait to see you.
Love and Prayers the Bistrin Family
#64 Noah Bistrin
C.B.7
Christian you are a rock. Everyone morning I see your photograph of your smiling face at
my desk and I thank God for you
and your coming home soon to make our
lives complete again. Everyone thinks
of you at all the games and is on
your team cheering and supporting
your homecoming.
love and prayers,
The Blake Family
Soquel Alums and Knights
charlie says.. wow man i heard alot about this season and i dont know you because i go to slv but i know your strong and can get through this. i hope to see you out there on the sideline next year. all my family hopes for the best. good luck. hope you get better!
Love charlie charlton SLV jv football #80
I see Christian walking all over the town and I am
in awe and thankfulness for the miracle that we have all been praying for: that Christian come home. I thank God every day that Christian is back
with us. God is truly walking with Christian and nothing is impossible. God bless the Bauerle family
and keep them comforted throughout this time of
healing and recovering. We love you.
The Blake Family
Christian,
If I could have just one wish,
I would wish to wake up everyday
to the sound of your breath on my neck,
the warmth of your lips on my cheek,
the touch of your fingers on my skin,
and the feel of your heart beating with mine...
Knowing that I could never find that feeling
with anyone other than you.
Gods speed!
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