Subject: RE: BS: Animaterra's mom's accident From: Peace Date: 10 Dec 04 - 03:21 PM For sure, Allison. |
Subject: RE: BS: Animaterra's mom's accident From: LilyFestre Date: 10 Dec 04 - 03:19 PM Allison, Just a note to let you know that your mom is in my thoughts and prayers...she sounds like a real trouper!!! I'm glad you live close enough that you can go to see her. Remember to take care of yourself too...don't get TOO drained, k? Good luck at your concert tonight...I've listened to one of your CD's and WOW...wish I was there to hear it in person! What is your chorus singing tonight? Michelle |
Subject: RE: BS: Animaterra's mom's accident From: AllisonA(Animaterra) Date: 10 Dec 04 - 12:50 PM Karen, thanks so much for the offer. She loves a very eclectic assortment of music- I bet you could come up with an amalgam she'd love. Classical, lush folk music (some of our ballads and such she would find a bit sparse, I think)- anything with great harmonies. She's an avid mystery reader. I challenge you to find something she hasn't read! Avid crossworder, too- NY Times every day! Yes, one ankle will definitely need surgery. Still not scheduled. She's feeling pretty punk today. Of course, she won't tell me exactly what's bothering her, but she sounded low. I'm obeying mother's orders and not traveling the icy roads for a visit today, but we had a good talk. Keep her in your hearts, please, friends! Allison |
Subject: RE: BS: Animaterra's mom's accident From: Big Mick Date: 10 Dec 04 - 12:45 PM Allison, I have a call into the Big Guy/Gal/whatever letting my opinion be known that enough is enough. We have a pretty good relationship, so's I will, at the very least, get a hearing. In the meantime, please heed KathWestra and 'Spaw and george and karenk and all the rest, and take it easy. We all love you a great deal here in these precincts. I will be praying steady for Mom, but also for you. Love, Mick |
Subject: RE: BS: Animaterra's mom's accident From: el_punkoid_nouveau Date: 10 Dec 04 - 11:36 AM Allison My thoughts are with you both - we had similar problems when my Mother fell and broke her hip this summer. Ted/epn |
Subject: RE: BS: Animaterra's mom's accident From: karen k Date: 10 Dec 04 - 09:27 AM Allison, Does your mom like music? I could make up a cd of some really nice tunes if she has something to listen to it on. What does she like to read? Does she do crosswards or word search puzzles? Let me know either on this thread or by a PM. You mentioned surgery. Is she going to need some or are they just thinking about it? Wish I was closer to help out but it sounds like she's in very good hands. How are your kids taking this? Be well and I love what Guy said, "You can only do what's right in front of you." I've got to remember that one. love, my friend and good thoughts, karen |
Subject: RE: BS: Animaterra's mom's accident From: AllisonA(Animaterra) Date: 10 Dec 04 - 06:50 AM Thank you so much, dear friends. This has indeed been extra-hard to take, since I'm still learning how to slog along without my dear partner. But I knew I could count on you-all for prayers, good wishes, and support. Guy, you said, "All you can do is whats right in front of you"- that sounds so much like something Byron used to say, almost verbatim. Thanks for being what he used to call a "messenger". Mom's still in great spirits and if it isn't too icy I'm going over to see her today, before my women's chorus concert tonight. I've taken the day off from work, so I'm trying to take some care of myself, though Catspaw's got me nailed as usual (interesting image, considering Catspaw...). She's being moved out of the ICU as soon as a bed becomes available but I haven't heard whether or not they've scheduled surgery. She'd probably love cards. I'll give you the hospital address, as she'll probably be there for a few weeks, at least. Peg Aldrich, patient (I'll say!) Concord Hospital 250 Pleasant Street Concord, NH 03301 Blessings on you all! Allison |
Subject: RE: BS: Animaterra's mom's accident From: MBSLynne Date: 10 Dec 04 - 04:15 AM Healing thoughts duly sent...both for your Mother and for you. I will light a little candle in my grove. Love, hugs and vibes Lynne |
Subject: RE: BS: Animaterra's mom's accident From: Jeanie Date: 10 Dec 04 - 03:26 AM To echo Dave Swan's post, my mum and I have also "been down a similar path" this year, so I know how tough and worrying it can all be and, as he said, how things turn out in the long run a lot less scary than they appear now. This comes with much love and all good wishes to your mum for a speedy recovery, and for strength for you on the hospital visiting marathon - plus a lovely, happy recovery time for you once mum has recovered ! With every good wish, - jeanie xx |
Subject: RE: BS: Animaterra's mom's accident From: fat B****rd Date: 10 Dec 04 - 02:49 AM Kind thoughts from Newton Aycliffe from fB. Best wishes from Charlie. |
Subject: RE: BS: Animaterra's mom's accident From: GUEST,SueB Date: 10 Dec 04 - 02:43 AM I hope there are other people to help share the load, and that you'll take advantage of any and all offers of help. If you think your mother would be cheered by cards and letters, please post an address - Suzanne |
Subject: RE: BS: Animaterra's mom's accident From: katlaughing Date: 10 Dec 04 - 02:27 AM Lots of thanks givings from Colorado, darling2L's. My aunt recovered from a hellacious fall while in her 90's. After dragging herself into the garage, opening a door, then up some steps into the kitchen with a broken shoulder, she then made three phone calls looking for family members before the neighbour heard and called 911. She was back at her independent living self within a few months. These days it is remarkable how well they can mend the body and how soon one is up and about. The hospital people will take good care of her for the times when you cannot be there, so please DO take care of yourself...don't forget to enlist help...drivers? to go along and and help, and breathe, sweetie, breathe...we are all here for you and your mom. luvyabuncheskat |
Subject: RE: BS: Animaterra's mom's accident From: karen k Date: 10 Dec 04 - 12:18 AM Allison, How horrible! I am so sorry that this has happened. I'm thinking of you both. Make sure that you do for yourself as well as your mom. Keep singing and have the best holiday season possible. I'm so glad that she escaped internal and head injuries. I will send good thoughts her way and yours. love, my friend, karen |
Subject: RE: BS: Animaterra's mom's accident From: alison Date: 10 Dec 04 - 12:18 AM love, prayers and good thoughts from down here in Oz slainte one "l" |
Subject: RE: BS: Animaterra's mom's accident From: Nancy King Date: 09 Dec 04 - 10:05 PM Allison, I'm so very sorry to hear of your Mom's accident. Just what you and she need, right? Well, as others have said, be sure to take care of YOURSELF during all of this -- it's not easy to do that, but it is important, for both of you. Sending positive thoughts northward, Nancy |
Subject: RE: BS: Animaterra's mom's accident From: KT Date: 09 Dec 04 - 10:04 PM Oh, that's awful! Lots of good thoughts and prayers for healing coming from me too! Singing a special song of peace for both of you as you weather this. KT |
Subject: RE: BS: Animaterra's mom's accident From: CarolC Date: 09 Dec 04 - 09:41 PM So sorry about your mom's accident, Animaterra. Best thoughts and wishes to all of you. |
Subject: RE: BS: Animaterra's mom's accident From: Dave Swan Date: 09 Dec 04 - 09:41 PM YIKES! All best wishes for a speedy recovery for your mother and sanity for you while you help your mother through this. I've been down a similar path and know that it's probably not as scary in the long run as it seems now. All best, D |
Subject: RE: BS: Animaterra's mom's accident From: KathWestra Date: 09 Dec 04 - 09:32 PM Allison, Adding my hugs, prayers, and loving thoughts to the mix. And my wish that you take extra-special care of your dear self while you're driving 90-mile roundtrips to take care of Mom. Through deep valleys, and over mountains, I'll not forget, I'll remember you still. Love to you, my new old friend. Kathy |
Subject: RE: BS: Animaterra's mom's accident From: SINSULL Date: 09 Dec 04 - 09:26 PM Allison, So very sorry. I am adding your Mom to my prayer list. YOU be careful. The driving here is horrendous. Mary |
Subject: RE: BS: Animaterra's mom's accident From: jaze Date: 09 Dec 04 - 09:15 PM So sorry, Allison. I hope all works out well. And I'm really sorry you've had such a hard year. I hope next year will be better for you. |
Subject: RE: BS: Animaterra's mom's accident From: Jerry Rasmussen Date: 09 Dec 04 - 08:02 PM So sorry to hear what happened, Allison. If it is any encouragement, my Mother fell and broke her collar bone and fractured her arm, a vertebrae in her lower back and her hip. And then of course, there were all the bruises, which hurt as much or more than the fractures. She didn't require any corrective surgery, but was confined to bed for awhile, and then received therapy so that she could stand up and walk. Four weeks later, she was able to get around in her hospital room by herself, and was motoring around the place in a powered wheel chair. Another four weeks later, and she was back to where she was before the accident and was back in her apartment. She not only completely recovered, but is able to walk around in her apartment without her walker (which was touch and go before the accident.) I think much of her recovery was her spirit and her faith. And many prayers. Ruth and I will lift up prayers for a similar, complete healing for your Mother, and strength and confidence for you. Oh yeah, my Mother is 97. Jerry |
Subject: RE: BS: Animaterra's mom's accident From: Bobert Date: 09 Dec 04 - 07:47 PM Tell mom that she's in my thoughts and prayers (really...) and that she's lucky to have a such a caring daughter... And cancel the Christmas ski trip... Bobert |
Subject: RE: BS: Animaterra's mom's accident From: Guy Wolff Date: 09 Dec 04 - 07:37 PM Wouldnt you know it . Sorry for the whole thing !! One day at a time is a very good one even for people who are not worried about drink . Its still the same thing keeping it all together, All you can do is whats right in front of you . Let the next important thing takes its time. You can do what you can do and not much more . Merry christmas to you and your whole family . Love Guy . |
Subject: RE: BS: Animaterra's mom's accident From: Morticia Date: 09 Dec 04 - 06:43 PM Just what you and she needed!But I know you'll get through it, we all know how strong you can be, how strong you've had to be......won't stop us fretting about you though so please, look after yourself too and my very best wishes and hugs to your mum. |
Subject: RE: BS: Animaterra's mom's accident From: Micca Date: 09 Dec 04 - 06:10 PM Yeah, Good stuff from here too, Allison, and to you , see that you heed the advice to look after yourself as well!! |
Subject: RE: BS: Animaterra's mom's accident From: Ebbie Date: 09 Dec 04 - 05:55 PM She sounds like a woman to be most proud of- and as they say, the acorn doesn't fall far from the tree. Tell her she's getting loads of healing thoughts, topped up with admiring thoughts. She'll be fine. All the best to both of you. Eb |
Subject: RE: BS: Animaterra's mom's accident From: John MacKenzie Date: 09 Dec 04 - 05:49 PM Best wishes from Scotland too, it sounds like she'll be OK it just takes a bit longer when you're 'getting on in life' so she must try to be a patient patient. Giok :~) |
Subject: RE: BS: Animaterra's mom's accident From: georgeward Date: 09 Dec 04 - 05:44 PM Since you have to drive,I hope that the car can be a somewhat serene place at least - a place for a few deep breaths, and perhaps something good in a tape deck or CD player. Do take good care of yourself. Good thoughts from here, too. - George PS: Mary, where does one get $#@!-reduction candles ? Or will any candles do ? |
Subject: RE: BS: Animaterra's mom's accident From: catspaw49 Date: 09 Dec 04 - 05:30 PM Oh damn Double L......So sorry and I hope your Mom fully recovers. In the process I know you will overwork and stress yourself to the breaking point because you are who you are. We love you here and ask you take care of yourself as well.....Note that that has been said by almost every poster so far. I love you Kiddo. Take the advice....and also my best thoughts coming your way! |
Subject: RE: BS: Animaterra's mom's accident From: Georgiansilver Date: 09 Dec 04 - 05:19 PM Will be praying for you both. Best wishes, Mike. |
Subject: RE: BS: Animaterra's mom's accident From: Joybell Date: 09 Dec 04 - 05:16 PM Allison, Please give your Mom our sunny thoughts and very best wishes for her speedy recovery, and keep plenty for yourself to help get through. Thinking of you both. Love, Joy and Hildebrand. |
Subject: RE: BS: Animaterra's mom's accident From: MaineDog Date: 09 Dec 04 - 05:07 PM Oh, Allison, That is not a nice Christmas present. I will pray for you both Jim |
Subject: RE: BS: Animaterra's mom's accident From: bbc Date: 09 Dec 04 - 05:01 PM Oh, no! Ouch!!! I'm so sorry to hear this. Please tell your mom she is in our thoughts & prayers, as you are, dear. Emotionally, this is always such a mixed season. love you, Barbara |
Subject: RE: BS: Animaterra's mom's accident From: Hollowfox Date: 09 Dec 04 - 04:56 PM The $#@!-reduction candles for both of you will get lit in about an hour, when I get home. You be sure to drive carefully what with all this stress, and at this time of early darkness in your neighborhood. Be sure your mom drinks her milk; she needs the calcium. Love, Mary |
Subject: RE: BS: Animaterra's mom's accident From: jeffp Date: 09 Dec 04 - 04:54 PM Be careful yourself. Try to get as much rest as you can so you don't become another patient. Good luck to both of you. Your mom sounds like a pretty strong lady. jeffp |
Subject: RE: BS: Animaterra's mom's accident From: Wesley S Date: 09 Dec 04 - 04:52 PM I'm thinking about you too. Take care - all of you. |
Subject: RE: BS: Animaterra's mom's accident From: wysiwyg Date: 09 Dec 04 - 04:50 PM Flit in peace, dear. ~Susan |
Subject: RE: BS: Animaterra's mom's accident From: open mike Date: 09 Dec 04 - 04:42 PM oh sweetie, what a big bad mean truck. love hugs and healing wishes winging their way to your mommy! I hope the culprit will be covering expenses... what a horrible christmas present! here's hoping her spirits continue to be cheerful despite it all... |
Subject: BS: Animaterra's mom's accident From: AllisonA(Animaterra) Date: 09 Dec 04 - 04:38 PM Please send healing thoughts for my 78-year old mother, Peg, who was hit by a pickup while crossing the street yesterday, clear noon, no ice. She broke both ankles and fractured her pelvis, sustained tons of bruises, but no head injuries or internal injuries as far as they can tell. She's in great spirits and is getting very good care, but needs lots of healing thoughts. She and her companion live on the second floor of an old Victorian- no elevator, naturally- so there will be lots of decisions along with the healing. And Christmas, of course. I'm doing ok but have much performing to do over the next week, so will be flitting back and forth (the hospital's about 45 miles from my home). I'm exhausted and stressed but trying to keep positive. Allison |