my mum...

debz_58
on 1/26/09 3:13 pm - Troy, ME

Well I got a call from my older brother about 7:30 yesterday morning...
I haven't seen or heard from him in (almost) a year and a half...
he called to tell me that my mum (who I also haven't seen or spoken to in just as long) had been in a car accident on Sunday.
She's in ICU @ EMMC with a broken neck, lots of bruises and has lost the feeling
on her left side...the Dr. does think this is temporary though. I did go to the hospital after my NUT app't. not knowing if I'd be allowed in or not...but went anyway.
My DS's were with me and my oldest son drove down from Princeton.
Anyway...the nurse went in and told her I was there and then came out with a smile and motioned for us to go in...I gotta admit it was a bit awkward...but I'm glad I went...and I'm going back up today after my morning bus run...
My mum will be 78 in Sept. and (Thank God) has decided her "driving days" are
done and is going to turn in her license !!
WHY does it take something like this to make us wake up and realize that tomorrow isn't promised ?? That's a whole year and a half that we've wasted and will never get back...I know I'm babbling and I apologize...but PLEASE...if y'all could keep my mum in your thoughts & prayers for the next couple of days I sure would appreciate it...Thank You & Take Care !!
deb

cycobusdriver E.
on 1/26/09 6:59 pm - ME

RNY on 07/20/07

sorry to hear about ur mom.. im glad she let you in to see her. maybe things will be differnt now. hopefully only have one mom. hope it all works out for ya.

Before sugery 230 - Day of Surgery 221.6 - Current Weight 140

tiggrpt
on 1/26/09 8:26 pm - Sabattus, ME

RNY on 04/14/08

Your Mum is definitely in my prayers! Glad you went to see her! Keep us posted!
Hugs
Ruth

Ruth "It's never to late to LIVE HAPPILY EVER AFTER!"

katetme
on 1/26/09 8:30 pm - Center Lovell, ME

RNY on 03/31/08

Ah Deb, cause it does take something tlike this to wake up and realize it...don't look back, life is only lived in one direction anyway-forward-and what matters now is that you have her back in your life...so shake off the what ifs ane the should'ves and could'ves and say for TODAY this is ok....My prayers are going out for healing mercies for your Mom and YOU...
much love...
kate

It was magic when she realized who she had become...
Kate
Highest    Pre-op     right after Surgery         Current       Goal
      236          213                  219                            140         130

            96 lbs lost and gone forever!! To God goes the Glory!

                                       Finally it moved!

Kelly S.
on 1/26/09 11:51 pm

RNY on 05/15/09

My prayers go out to you Mum and the rest of your family. Ignore the awkwardness and listen to what your heart says. Hindsight is 20/20, so just worry about tommorrow.

mainegal
on 1/27/09 12:34 am - Thomaston, ME

RNY on 10/06/08

Deb I'm so sorry this has happened but glad that you were able to visit and renew those ties.
True we aren't guaranteed tomorrow, make the most of today.
I hope you Mum's recouperation is quick and that she gains her full abilities.

It was good to see you yesterday at 3 month group.

Emily SW 320, Pre Surg 271.3, Lowest 189.8 Current 212.9 GW -155-188
Continuing the weight loss journey 10 pound goals at a time. June 2011

(deactivated member)
on 1/27/09 2:26 am - ME

Lap Band on 04/21/08

Deb, sorry to hear about your mom's acctident. I know how you feel. I do still see my mom, but under alot of stress. It is so hard, but I bet you feel like a big weight has been lifted. Keep up with the visits, this was your first step. Thanks for sharing.

HUGS< cheryl

bevsyarncrazy
on 1/27/09 2:52 am - Dover-Foxcroft, ME

RNY on 11/16/09

Deb, I am so sorry to hear about your mum's accident. I hope that she will have a speedy recovery. I am glad that you were able to have a reconciliation as family is so important. I will keep you and her in my thoughts and prayers.

Bev

debz_58
on 1/27/09 5:50 am - Troy, ME

RNY on 11/04/08

Thank You Everyone !!

I don't know what I'd do without my OH "family"...
You're all so awesome and truly amazing !!

I did go back up to EMMC this morning on my down time...she didn't look a whole lot better and still has no feeling on her left side...the nurse did say she will be meeting with a PT and will most likely be getting some help with the issues she's having. The nurse also got her up and sitting on the side of her bed while I was there...she had to have someone right next to her on the bed as she was real lightheaded and a bit unsteady but we were told that is perfectly normal considering everything she's been through. I also found out it took (almost) 40 mins. to get her out of the car on Sunday...which by the way is "totaled" and she has made the decision to send her license into the state...which I am very happy to hear !!
I'll be going back up tomorrow after my morning run...and hopefully there will be some news on her physical therapy...
Take Care All ~

tiggrpt
on 1/27/09 7:36 am - Sabattus, ME

RNY on 04/14/08

Thanks for the update! It'll be a long recovery from the sounds of it, but, if she's determined, she can do it! I see people do it all the time! You are doing awesome to be so supportive!
Take care of yourself too....ok???
Hugs,
Ruth

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