Thursday, December 13, 2012

Asking for prayers...


My dear aunt had a bad fall yesterday evening and she is in the hospital.  I would appreciate prayers for her.   I had taken her to our nearest big city (Columbia) for lunch and a bit of shopping.  We had just gotten back and she was on her way into her house when she tripped on the step leading up to the patio.  I hadn't pulled out of the driveway yet, so I ran into the house and told my uncle, then called 911.  She was lying on the patio face down and bleeding profusely from a head wound and from her nose.  While I was talking to the dispatcher and attending to her, the ambulance and a police officer arrived about the same time.  They immediately assessed the situation and said she needed to go to one of the hospitals in Columbia.  I took my uncle with me and followed them to the emergency room.  Her son came as soon as he heard and we waited for an MRI to be done.  She has a little bit of bleeding in the brain.  After the long wait for the MRI to be read and for her to get to her room, her son said he would stay and for his dad (my uncle) and I to go on home.  Not long after I dropped Uncle off at his house, I got a call from his son saying Aunt was not able to talk now and had coughed up some blood.  A scan didn't show any change in the bleeding on her brain, but thought maybe she had a seizure or stroke.  

Anyway, I'm sure this is TMI but I wanted to tell how serious this could be and ask for prayers for her.  She is 86 and has a lot of health issues, but is still very active for her age and just a spunky lady.  She loves to talk to people and loves life.  I am so sad this has happened to her.  Hopefully, she will pull through and there will be many more outings to share with her.

Until next time...

26 comments:

  1. You have my prayers! These things can happen so fast. I do hope the bleeding stops and she recovers completely.
    It was a very good thing you were still in the driveway!

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  2. Sending prayers and positive thoughts for your Aunt. What a blessing that you hadn't left yet, what if your Uncle had to attend to it by himself or if hadn't heard her fall?

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  3. lots of prayers sent your way. please keep us posted. big big hugs. ( :

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  4. How fortunate you were so close. Prayers all ready on the way for her complete recovery. Please let us know how she is doing.

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  5. Oh my goodness, so so sad, sending prayers for your dear Aunt.......Blessings Francine.

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  6. Oh I am so sorry to read this about your dear auntie. I'm praying for her healing and a total restoration. It must have been confusing to take that tunk to the head and then wind up in the hospital. Believing that that is all that it is that is creating these symptoms. Praying also for your uncle, the entire family, and you.

    (In light of all that, thank you so much for the information, Cheryl. I DID have the right Cheryl, but somehow overlooked the proper post.)

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  7. Cheryl, I'm so sorry that this has happened to your aunt. My prayers for your aunt and you as well for your safety during this most stressful time. Hugs.

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  8. so sad and sorry to hear this. i wonder if maybe she had a stroke and that is why she fell. i did pray for her healing. keep us updated on her progress. sorry this happened so close to Christmas, this will be hard on her husband and son.

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  9. Oh my Dear, I am so sorry for all concerned. So very sorry.

    These things which happen in a split second... -sigh-

    Gentle hugs....

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  10. Dear Cheryl, I am a big believer in prayer! I will be praying for your precious aunt to recover fully. I am really sorry this happened to her. Twyla

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  11. Cheryl,
    I am so sorry to hear about this and will be keeping your dear Aunt in my prayers.
    What an awful way to end a nice day out, but it is good that you hadn't pulled away yet and were able to get immediate help for her.
    My thoughts and prayers will be with all of you.
    Hugs,
    Kim

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  12. I'm saying a prayer for your aunt.

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  13. i'm so sorry, cheryl! my stomach was in knots as i read your post. i know you are worried sick for her. i am grateful it happened while you were there to take charge and get help. i do hope she can recover!

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  14. I am so sorry to Cheryl. Did she fall because of a TMI or get a TMI because of the fall? I sure will be praying for her and for you - I know how much you love her. Sandie

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  15. Cheryl, I am so sorry this happened to your dear aunt. Glad you were still there to take over.
    Prayers are being said for a complete recovery.
    Take care,
    Barb

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  16. Oh Cheryl I am so sorry! Our prayers are on their way to your Aunt and for you and the rest of the family. You will be on my mind!!

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  17. Cheryl,
    My heart goes out to your sweet aunt, and your entire family.

    Will pray for you all, and especially for your aunt, and hope for a speedy recovery.

    {{hugs}}
    K.

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  18. I'm so sorry this happened, but it's so good that you were there. I will keep your aunt, you and her family in my prayers.
    Hugs to you!

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  19. Oh, I am so very sorry to hear this... and of course, will remember your aunt and your whole family in my prayers. Please let us know what happens.

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  20. Of course I am sending prayers her way. How awful that this happened. I hope she gets well soon.

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  21. I am so sorry! It can be scary that things can change at any moment. I have just said a prayer for her healing! Please continue to let us know!!!

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  22. Dear Cheryl, Saying a prayer for your Aunt and all of the family and a hug for you, for being such a good, caring niece. Hope you have good news soon.

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  23. Oh Cheryl, I am so sorry to hear this. I will pray for your sweet Aunt --and for the family and YOU. I know you are really upset about this. Hope it turns out not to be serious...

    Hugs,
    Betsy

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  24. So sorry I missed checking in earlier, Cheryl, but so glad to hear your aunt is doing well!! blessings ~ tanna

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  25. Oh, Cheryl she will be in my prayers. I have an Aunt that is 99 years old and she has fallen twice and had to have surgery. She is my mother's sister and I go to see her all the time. She too is spunky and just keeps going. I love her so much. Since my mother passed away she has become like my mom.
    I so hope your Aunt get's better so you can enjoy more time with her.
    Love, hugs and blessings to you all!

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