LoreD
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Post by LoreD on Apr 28, 2007 14:10:15 GMT -5
Yesterday my daughter Cheryl (the mother of my two grandchildren was involved in a serious car accident. She hit a dump truck head on in a construction zone. It was a miracle she wasn't killed.
The doctors have said that almost every bone in her foot has been broken. When the swelling has gone down she will start a series of major reconstructive surgeries. There is a danger of infection. She will be disabled for at least six months and possibly have lifelong problems.
She was trained as dancer as a child and although she did not pursue it as an adult she was one of the most graceful people I have ever known.
I hope that we can send some positive energy out there, so please everybody please ask whichever deity and whatever faith you follow to help her to heal and get well.
Thank you
LoreD
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Post by houseodessey on Apr 28, 2007 15:43:54 GMT -5
I'm sorry Lore. I'll send some positive thoughts your way. All the best to you and your daughter.
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Post by kimikat on Apr 28, 2007 15:46:03 GMT -5
Oh Lore...I'm sooo sorry to hear. It is a miricle that she wasn't more seriously injured. I'm sending Cheryl, yourself, and your grandbabies, strength, and healing energies.
Take care hun...If you need anything let us know, we're here for you!
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LoreD
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Post by LoreD on Apr 28, 2007 16:02:16 GMT -5
Thank you so much for your good thoughts. I truly believe that sending out good thoughts, healing energy, and prayers does make a difference.
LoreD
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Post by lavandulagirl on Apr 28, 2007 17:46:44 GMT -5
LoreD - She'll be much in our prayers this evening. It is so hard to be thankful in the face of this kind of thing, but thank God she's still with you and her kids, right? Take care.
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Post by bluelacedredhead on Apr 28, 2007 19:41:28 GMT -5
Lore, It truly was a miracle that your daughter's only injury is her broken foot.
May her recovery be swift and complete.
My thoughts are with her and her family.
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jason
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Post by jason on Apr 28, 2007 20:58:46 GMT -5
I'm glad it wasn't worse, I hope she gets better soon.
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Post by Alan on Apr 28, 2007 22:04:48 GMT -5
Lored, were here with you, and if theres anything else we can do let us know. My love and prayers to you and your family.
-Alan
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oldgaredneck
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Post by oldgaredneck on Apr 29, 2007 9:42:54 GMT -5
Heartfelt prayers and good vibes from Georgia!
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Post by downinmyback on Apr 29, 2007 12:34:47 GMT -5
She will be in my prayers.
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Post by bunkie on Apr 29, 2007 12:52:10 GMT -5
lots of 'healing' vibes being sent your and her way from here lored.
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Post by dugndirt on Apr 30, 2007 12:06:24 GMT -5
Our thoughts and prayer are with you and your family. Be strong and stubborn!
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Post by flowerpower on May 1, 2007 6:14:15 GMT -5
Lore, that is terrible. But at least it was her foot that took all the damage and not her head. She was very lucky. I wish her a speedy recovery and will keep her in my thoughts. What is her first name?
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LoreD
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Post by LoreD on May 1, 2007 10:58:23 GMT -5
Thanks everybody, I told her that everybody was thinking about her and she that it made her feel a lot better.
The two huge blisters on her foot have burst and left open sores on her foot and the doctors are worried about the possibility of infection at this time. Sorry, everybody, I know that is kind of gross to talk about.
She is still on a lot of pain medication and its not helping that she isn't allowed to smoke.
She'll be in the hospital for another two weeks and then she'll go into a cast and after she has healed some, they will go in and re-break the bones and put in pins to repair the damage. We are also hoping that she won't walk with a limp. Altogether, barring complications such as infection, she might be up and walking in about six months.
Flowerpower,
Her first name is Cheryl and she is in Wausau Hospital, Wausau, WI.
Thanks everybody,
LoreD
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Post by houseodessey on May 1, 2007 15:32:26 GMT -5
Thanks for the update, Lore. If it makes you feel better, a friend of mine had a similar situation about 15 years ago. She still has a plate and pins in her foot. She does not limp unless she does something silly like a kickboxing class or other very strenuous foot intensive activities.
You may want to see if the doc will prescribe the nicotine inhaler for Cheryl. It helped me quit cigs fairly painlessly over a year ago so maybe it'll take the edge off. Goodness knows your daughter doesn't need the extra aggravation of nicotine withdrawls when she's going through all of this.
I'll keep sending positive energy and healing vibes your way.
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