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Title: I'm about as "down" as one could get.. Post by DonnaH_again on Jan 7th, 2008, 10:06pm My daughter, now age 40, is one lovely person. A hospice nurse, a mother of two (had premie twins and lost one at 8 months old.) and is everyone's best friend. She's wise.....unlike me and many others. She was diagnosed with scoliosis at age 17, but due to unusual circumstances could not have the surgery she needed to correct it. Her spinal curve at that time was 23 degrees. About six months ago, she started to have severe spinal pain, went to the doc. and found her spinal curve to be 30 degrees. Surgery was the only option...cut from neck to tail bone, rods around the spine and ribs used for bone fusion. She lost her job (and hospital insurance) at Hospice as she was out of work for six weeks. Her husband applied for her to be added to his policy.....which was approved last week. For six months I have watched her go from an erect, good postured person to a woman bent over with pain and pressure on the spine. She has had to fight docs for relief..she was thought to be a drug seeker. All they had to do was look at her x'rays. She has had three opinions. The third today. In the past four months, she has gone from a 30 degree to a 50 degree curve of the spine. She has bursitis in the hip from pampering the leg that hurts. She called me crying today........this professional, strong and private lady........and it broke my heart. My little girl is going through such physical and mental pain. She realizes that her dream of continuing as a floor nurse is over...she has a bacholer of science in nursing...she raised two children alone, worked full time and acquired her degrees with honors. Now her only alternative is reconstructive surgery.....from the neck to the tail bone......rods and bone fusion. A surgery of at least 8 hours. I am scared shi.less! She has a couple of bad heart valves, no less. That she inherited from me. Please send your vibes and prayers for my Judy. Her surgery will be scheduled very soon as she is in a great deal of pain and the curve is progressing at a rapid pace. Thank you! |
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Title: Re: I'm about as "down" as one could get Post by cynjeep89 on Jan 7th, 2008, 10:13pm Your "little girl" seems to be a very strong and determined lady. She may need some help and support from you and all of us along the way but in the end, I know she will be fine. No need to worry, Donna. You taught her well and Judy will be okay.....we have her now. |
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Title: Re: I'm about as "down" as one could get Post by Jimi on Jan 7th, 2008, 10:13pm Thats enough to get anyone down. I will be lifting your daughter up. |
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Title: Re: I'm about as "down" as one could get Post by cynjeep89 on Jan 7th, 2008, 10:16pm Donna, Please let us know when her surgery will be so we can get the good vibes headed her way, okay? |
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Title: Re: I'm about as "down" as one could get Post by Sean_C on Jan 7th, 2008, 10:22pm Prayers going out to you all Donna. Stay strong, and help her physically and mentally if you can. Keep us posted. Hugs on over, [smiley=hug.gif] Sean.......................................... edit to add: I can't say enough good things about the people of Hospice, that alone tells me how unselfish of a person she is. IMHO you are blessed to have a daughter like that, and it says alot about you too. Please let her know we are thinking of her, and we're praying for her comfort and well being. Last edit: And I will most certainly be thinking of you my friend. ;) |
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Title: Re: I'm about as "down" as one could get Post by Annette on Jan 7th, 2008, 10:23pm Sending a lot of love, strong healing vibes and prayers to Judy and lots of love and hugs to you Donna . I hope the surgery will turn out to be a great success and Judy will get her full life back. HUGS |
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Title: Re: I'm about as "down" as one could get Post by DonnaH_again on Jan 7th, 2008, 10:25pm "We've got her now" really hit me. Thank you so much. My fellow Ch'er friend's prayers and vibes have been so effective for others, why not for my Judy? |
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Title: Re: I'm about as "down" as one could get Post by llreed on Jan 7th, 2008, 10:30pm All my best to Judy - Be strong Mom this will be difficult. Keep us posted so we know our hopes have reached her. llreed |
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Title: Re: I'm about as "down" as one could get Post by Groov on Jan 7th, 2008, 10:43pm Best wishes from me Donna, I'm pullin' for Judy !!!! Dave |
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Title: Re: I'm about as "down" as one could get Post by Charlie on Jan 7th, 2008, 10:58pm I can't blame ya for being down. All I can do is offer lots of vibes and the like. You never know though.......maybe an operation would be the answer..... [smiley=hug.gif] Charlie |
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Title: Re: I'm about as "down" as one could get Post by DonnaH_again on Jan 7th, 2008, 11:03pm Charlie, your vibes are what are most important. It's not "all you can do"............it is what you can do. Thanks |
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Title: Re: I'm about as "down" as one could get Post by Linda_Howell on Jan 7th, 2008, 11:20pm Oh Donna, There is no greater emotional pain than seeing one's child hurt. Orthopedic surgery has come a very long way and I truly believe that she will be so much better afterwards. You be there for her and we will be there for you through this. Don't underestimate your own strength in this. |
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Title: Re: I'm about as "down" as one could get Post by kcopelin on Jan 8th, 2008, 1:06am Donna, Praying for you and Judy...please let us know when her surgery is. LY kathy |
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Title: Re: I'm about as "down" as one could get Post by Tiannia on Jan 8th, 2008, 1:38am Love and Light to both of you. Tia |
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Title: Re: I'm about as "down" as one could get Post by mummymac on Jan 8th, 2008, 2:40am Donna All my prays and best wishes are being sent to you and Judy |
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Title: Re: I'm about as "down" as one could get Post by nani on Jan 8th, 2008, 2:45am I'm sending prayers for both of you, Donna. hugs, nani |
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Title: Re: I'm about as "down" as one could get Post by aloneuk on Jan 8th, 2008, 4:41am Donna sweetie [smiley=hug.gif] We are sending every vibe and positive thought we can to you all right now, all the best Ike xx |
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Title: Re: I'm about as "down" as one could get Post by Grandma_Sweet_Boy on Jan 8th, 2008, 5:47am Donna - prayers are going up for you and your daughter. Hang in there Mama - we will all help get you and Judy through this. There are some amazingly broad shoulders in this group of people - please lean on us. Hugs Carol |
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Title: Re: I'm about as "down" as one could get Post by Karla on Jan 8th, 2008, 6:10am This surgery may be the best thing that has happened to her. I pray that it is and that it relieves her of all pain and curvature problems forever. I am so sorry that the two of you are going through this. Please keep us updated as to when the surgery is and how it is going. Lots of love and prayers, Karla and Ted |
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Title: Re: I'm about as "down" as one could get Post by barry_sword on Jan 8th, 2008, 6:23am Donna, here are all the prayers and vibes for your daughter Judy. She will get through this and has all of Clusterville behind her for support. Barry&Angie [smiley=hug.gif] |
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Title: Re: I'm about as "down" as one could get Post by cash5542 on Jan 8th, 2008, 7:03am You both have a long road ahead of you but it will be worth it in the end. Like many have said, orthepedic surgery has come a long way. My daughter's swimteam buddy had surgery at 15 yrs old for scholiosis and grew 2 inches and was back in the pool competing the following year. It was a good 6 months of rehab and physical therapy and no school. The operation was probably less compicated than Judy's but it was so exciting to see her progress. She is now a junior in college majoring in nursing. Best of luck to you and Judy!! Prayers are coming your way. Charlotte |
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Title: Re: I'm about as "down" as one could get Post by PollyPocket on Jan 8th, 2008, 7:50am All the vibes and prayers I got for Judy's health, surgery and recovery and for your health, wellness and peace during this stressful time. Hugs, Jen |
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Title: Re: I'm about as "down" as one could get Post by DennisM1045 on Jan 8th, 2008, 8:30am Judy is on my list Donna. She's got all I can give her till this is over. Hold tight hon. -Dennis- |
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Title: Re: I'm about as "down" as one could get Post by Maffumatt on Jan 8th, 2008, 8:34am Lots of love heading your way...and prayers too. |
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Title: Re: I'm about as "down" as one could get Post by Ghost on Jan 8th, 2008, 8:35am Not fair at all. Please give hugs (gently of course) form us an let her know we are praying for her. Just wish there was more I could do. Mike |
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Title: Re: I'm about as "down" as one could get Post by Melissa on Jan 8th, 2008, 8:50am Love & [smiley=hug.gif] |
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Title: Re: I'm about as "down" as one could get Post by Charlotte on Jan 8th, 2008, 8:52am I'm praying for Judy, and I'm very optimistic about this. It will be a lot of hard work for her, but I know she will come out with good results. love, Charlotte |
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Title: Re: I'm about as "down" as one could get Post by Ray on Jan 8th, 2008, 9:19am Donna: I'm praying for Judy, right now and every day until you tell me to stop. It's what I do! Ray |
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Title: Re: I'm about as "down" as one could get Post by tessistired on Jan 8th, 2008, 10:39am Donna, My family and I are praying continuously for you and Judy and the rest of your family as you all go through this. I pray for peace and and wisdom for you and a successful surgery and a quick smooth healing process. Many Blessings to you and your family!! Tess |
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Title: Re: I'm about as "down" as one could get Post by alchemy on Jan 8th, 2008, 10:51am Sending all the vibes and prayers we can. Stay strong!! |
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Title: Re: I'm about as "down" as one could get Post by Guiseppi on Jan 8th, 2008, 11:22am Being "daddy" to two grown daughters my heart is breaking for you. Holding her up in our family's prayers and mass intentions as well. All our love to you too. Guiseppi |
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Title: Re: I'm about as "down" as one could get Post by Rosybabe on Jan 8th, 2008, 11:56am Donna, we will be praying for Judy and my candle will light up for her too. Hugs Rosy. |
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Title: Re: I'm about as "down" as one could get Post by phil_h on Jan 8th, 2008, 2:36pm I lit two candles . One in prayer for Judy's health and the other in prayer for Donna's anxious heart . I will pray and light candles...... then pray somemore. phil h |
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Title: Re: I'm about as "down" as one could get Post by artonio7 on Jan 8th, 2008, 2:46pm Donna, You and Judy are in my thoughts and prayers. It's amazing that we have the technology for this sort of surgery.... Judy sounds like she has so much going for her and is so level headed.... I think that's a big part of the battle with recovery... another large part is a support system, I can't think of anyone more qualified to fit that bill than you! All will turn out for the best! with warm regards, Tony |
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Title: Re: I'm about as "down" as one could get Post by Jackie on Jan 8th, 2008, 5:19pm Donna... Your Judy is a strong, brave girl. She's won battles before.....she'll do it again. My heart goes out to you....it is horrid to see our children suffer. I'm so sorry . Remember...she's got her Mom in her and she'll hang tough! Keeping you all in our hearts and prayers... Much Love, Jackie |
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Title: Re: I'm about as "down" as one could get Post by George_J on Jan 8th, 2008, 6:56pm All the very best going out to you and Judy from all of us here. George |
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Title: Re: I'm about as "down" as one could get Post by loneeagle on Jan 8th, 2008, 11:55pm All our love and prays are with you both. |
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