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[mom2fussbudgets]

I am going out of town tomorrow and will be gone until May 4th.

I was going anyway because my niece is graduating from college on Saturday. However, I received some rather bad news on Sunday. My brother-in-law, John, fell 14 feet from a loft at work and landed full on his face (we believe he fainted or passed out first). Every bone in his face is broken, and he has a fractured skull. There's a contusion in his brain that's been hemorrhaging, but the bleeding has stopped, which is good news. He's been in ICU in a medically-induced coma. The doctors say since he has made it this far, his prognosis is good. He's been moving his hands and feet, and today, they stopped the coma drugs, and he came to. He was able to communicate by writing. :) We are all very happy and relieved, even though he does have a long road ahead of him. His poor face has been completely destroyed. :(

I know I am leaving some stuff undone, and some messages unresponded to, and I sincerely apologize. Please hang tough until I get back.

Thanks!
Chris

[caryn]

Chris,

I hope you can enjoy your trip and not worry about us! Things will still be here when you get back.

I too will be gone through the 4th. I fly out of Springfield, MO tomorrow morning at 6. I am going to Chicago for a funeral. My grandpa died. Meeting my mom and my brother there. I am hoping this will be a time when I get to see family I haven't seen in years and that it will be enjoyable rather than sad.

I will say a prayer for your brother in law. Be careful!

[mkrebecca]

Chris, don't worry about things! it all can wait until you get back!! I will keep John in my prayers! what a horrible thing! so sorry to hear about this!!

[Cpogie]

Chris,

I hope you can enjoy your trip and not worry about us! Things will still be here when you get back.

I too will be gone through the 4th. I fly out of Springfield, MO tomorrow morning at 6. I am going to Chicago for a funeral. My grandpa died. Meeting my mom and my brother there. I am hoping this will be a time when I get to see family I haven't seen in years and that it will be enjoyable rather than sad.

I will say a prayer for your brother in law. Be careful!

Caryn, my deepest sympathies to you and your family.

Chris, have a safe trip. I will keep John and your family in my prayers. HUGS

[AzuAngel]

I will add your brother-in-law to my prayers! :( Have a safe trip.
Caryn, my deepest sympathies to you and your family. May you also have a safe trip. Hugs to you both!

[ibeapoet]

Bless your heart. I'll be keeping you in my prayers. Be safe.

[mom2fussbudgets]

Thanks bunches! Love and hugs.

Caryn, I am sorry about your grandpa. :( My grandma died last year, and it was nice to see family I hadn't seen in awhile. I can totally relate. Safe trip, girl.

[SSIAnkie]

Chris, I am so sorry to hear about your brother in law. I hope he gets better with each passing day. I will keep him and your family in my prayers. Congratulations to your niece on her graduation. I hope you have a safe trip!

Caryn, I am sorry to hear about your Grandpa. My deepest sympathies to you and your family. I will keep you all in my prayers.

[momsangel]

Chris,

No worries Dear.You just take care of yourself and your family.We will look after things here for you;)

Love & hugs

[Jingle]

Have a safe journey... and a good weekend... will keep John in our prayers... and don't worry about the trains......

[mom2fussbudgets]

Thanks again. I appreciate those of you who responded. It means a lot.

John is doing well! In addition to the fractures in his face, he also has several fractures in his skull, a broken wrist that required surgery, and two broken bones in his foot. However, he is mobile, and he is cognizant. It really is amazing! He's a good man. We are all very happy and relieved that he survived this. We really didn't think he would at first, so we are all elated.

My niece's graduation was lovely. The weather was in our favor (it was outdoors), and it all went well. Her dad was able to watch her take the walk over the Internet. It was a four-hour drive, and I drove there with my nephews, which was nice. It was a good, bonding experience.

I'm going to look through messages later. However, if I overlook you, please do not hesitate to message me again. Unfortunately, I do not multi-task well, and I've had a lot on my plate lately. Just poke me, and if that doesn't work, you may give me a shove. :)

Caryn, I hope you made it home safely, girl.

[deeann1954]

Glad to hear all is doing good so far. Thoughts and prayers are with you and your family..

[Cpogie]

I'm so glad you made it home ok! and, what wonderful news about your BIL!! God does listen! It sounds like he has a long road to recovery, but he sure has made a remarkable turn around in such a short time. Prayers for you all!! and HUGS!!!

[caryn]

Glad to hear things are looking up! I made it home. I didn't get in until 11 last nite. Boy am I tired today. It was great to see family.

It was also crazy. You forget about the bickering that goes on.:eek:

[utkd29]

I just saw this Chris. I am sorry to hear what happened. Glad you are back safely and he is doing better.

[AzuAngel]

I am glad both of you made it home ok. I am also happy to hear that your BIL is doing better.

[mom2fussbudgets]

Glad to hear all is doing good so far. Thoughts and prayers are with you and your family..

Thank you. :)

I'm so glad you made it home ok! and, what wonderful news about your BIL!! God does listen! It sounds like he has a long road to recovery, but he sure has made a remarkable turn around in such a short time. Prayers for you all!! and HUGS!!!

You always do such a good job of showing support for everyone here, Carol. I may not always let you know it, but I appreciate you immensely. Hugs!

Glad to hear things are looking up! I made it home. I didn't get in until 11 last nite. Boy am I tired today. It was great to see family.

It was also crazy. You forget about the bickering that goes on.:eek:

You know? LOL! I am glad you made it home safely, and hope you've been able to get some rest.

I just saw this Chris. I am sorry to hear what happened. Glad you are back safely and he is doing better.

Thank you, DeAnna. I appreciate it!

I am glad both of you made it home ok. I am also happy to hear that your BIL is doing better.

Thank you, Lidia. Hugs!

[bugspost]

Gosh.............just read this..........glad your BIL is doing better!!

My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family!!

[purplebutterflies]

Glad to hear things are looking up!

[mom2fussbudgets]

Gosh.............just read this..........glad your BIL is doing better!!

My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family!!

Glad to hear things are looking up!

Thank you. :)

[Cpogie]

Chris, how is your BIL doing? Is he still in the hospital? I'm still praying for you all!! HUGS.

[mom2fussbudgets]

They've moved him to a rehab hospital. He'll be there for two weeks, and I'm not sure what will happen next. He's having good and bad days, which is to be expected. They've discovered blood clots in his legs, so they are keeping an eye on that, and he is having trouble swallowing. :( Today, he was running a fever. But...he is still here!

Thanks for asking, Carol. :)

[Cpogie]

Chris, It sounds like John has a long road ahead of him, but he will get through this. It's just going to take time.
Please keep us updated, and we will continue to pray for him, your sister, and your family. HUGS.

[mom2fussbudgets]

Yeah, the doctor says his recovery will take a good six months. He has a lot of surgeries to get through as well. Thanks again, Carol. Hugs back!

[utkd29]

Continued prayers for your BIL. Hopefully his recovery is sooner than expected.

[mom2fussbudgets]

Continued prayers for your BIL. Hopefully his recovery is sooner than expected.

Thank you. :)

[wbarker]

Chris - I didn't see this until today, but know that your brother-in-law and your family are in my prayers. I'm really glad to hear that he is doing ok and hope that the doctors are able to help him completely heal!

Take care ~ Wendi

[Cpogie]

Chris, how is John doing? Any updates??

[mom2fussbudgets]

Thanks, Wendi! :)

John was able to go home last Friday, and continues to do better every day. My sis says he seems like a stroke victim, and she is in such sorrow. We're all hoping that he will continue to heal, and that he'll someday be back to normal or at least as close to normal as possible.

Thanks for asking, Carol. I should probably mention that I will be going out there again in June. I'm not sure of the exact dates yet, but I will post when I'm going to be gone as soon as I know.

[Cpogie]

Thanks, Wendi! :)

John was able to go home last Friday, and continues to do better every day. My sis says he seems like a stroke victim, and she is in such sorrow. We're all hoping that he will continue to heal, and that he'll someday be back to normal or at least as close to normal as possible.

Thanks for asking, Carol. I should probably mention that I will be going out there again in June. I'm not sure of the exact dates yet, but I will post when I'm going to be gone as soon as I know.

I can just imagine how sore John must be. It's going to take time, but he will heal. I think everyone does much better at home in their own bed, having your loved ones near. I'm glad you are going back in June, your sis needs your moral support...so glad you are close to her. I will keep you all in my prayers. HUGS.

[mom2fussbudgets]

I completely agree, Carol!

And...you so sweet. I appreciate you!

[mom2fussbudgets]

I got this e-mail from my sis today, and just thought I would post it for those who are interested:

We went to the ENT (ear, nose, and throat) doctor yesterday and found out the John is deaf in his left ear, his left vocal cord is paralyzed, and he has lost his sense of smell. He also has a ringing in his ear called Tinnitus that will never go away. The Dr wants to try intratympanic steroid injections into his ear drum to see if John can get some speech hearing back. This procedure is done on patients who have sudden hearing loss, not trauma patients. If he can hear just a little of speech, he can use a hearing aid. Since we have nothing to lose, we may as well try it.

Here is a list of John’s current injuries:
7 fractures in his skull – possible surgery on one of the bones
Sinuses shattered – possible surgery to enlarge the sinus opening
Hearing loss in his left ear – trying steroid treatment
Left paralyzed vocal cord – possible surgery
Loss of smell
Ringing in his ear
Left shoulder separation
Left rib broken
Plate in his right wrist – healing nicely
Right foot broken – healing nicely
Facial nerve damage on his left side
Filter in right leg to catch the blood clots if they break loose. The filter will be removed in 3 months.

John is doing amazingly well. The biggest issue is pain management. He can't talk on the phone because his right ear is real sensitive to sound. Over time, the brain will adjust to only being able to hear out of one ear.

[notyard]

I am going out of town tomorrow and will be gone until May 4th.

I was going anyway because my niece is graduating from college on Saturday. However, I received some rather bad news on Sunday. My brother-in-law, John, fell 14 feet from a loft at work and landed full on his face (we believe he fainted or passed out first). Every bone in his face is broken, and he has a fractured skull. There's a contusion in his brain that's been hemorrhaging, but the bleeding has stopped, which is good news. He's been in ICU in a medically-induced coma. The doctors say since he has made it this far, his prognosis is good. He's been moving his hands and feet, and today, they stopped the coma drugs, and he came to. He was able to communicate by writing. :) We are all very happy and relieved, even though he does have a long road ahead of him. His poor face has been completely destroyed. :(

I know I am leaving some stuff undone, and some messages unresponded to, and I sincerely apologize. Please hang tough until I get back.

Thanks!
Chris

I got this e-mail from my sis today, and just thought I would post it for those who are interested:

We went to the ENT (ear, nose, and throat) doctor yesterday and found out the John is deaf in his left ear, his left vocal cord is paralyzed, and he has lost his sense of smell. He also has a ringing in his ear called Tinnitus that will never go away. The Dr wants to try intratympanic steroid injections into his ear drum to see if John can get some speech hearing back. This procedure is done on patients who have sudden hearing loss, not trauma patients. If he can hear just a little of speech, he can use a hearing aid. Since we have nothing to lose, we may as well try it.

Here is a list of John’s current injuries:
7 fractures in his skull – possible surgery on one of the bones
Sinuses shattered – possible surgery to enlarge the sinus opening
Hearing loss in his left ear – trying steroid treatment
Left paralyzed vocal cord – possible surgery
Loss of smell
Ringing in his ear
Left shoulder separation
Left rib broken
Plate in his right wrist – healing nicely
Right foot broken – healing nicely
Facial nerve damage on his left side
Filter in right leg to catch the blood clots if they break loose. The filter will be removed in 3 months.

John is doing amazingly well. The biggest issue is pain management. He can't talk on the phone because his right ear is real sensitive to sound. Over time, the brain will adjust to only being able to hear out of one ear.

Sorry, didn't see this before. Glad that your BIL is doing better, and praying that he will recover well.

[rebate queen]

I got this e-mail from my sis today, and just thought I would post it for those who are interested:

We went to the ENT (ear, nose, and throat) doctor yesterday and found out the John is deaf in his left ear, his left vocal cord is paralyzed, and he has lost his sense of smell. He also has a ringing in his ear called Tinnitus that will never go away. The Dr wants to try intratympanic steroid injections into his ear drum to see if John can get some speech hearing back. This procedure is done on patients who have sudden hearing loss, not trauma patients. If he can hear just a little of speech, he can use a hearing aid. Since we have nothing to lose, we may as well try it.

Here is a list of John’s current injuries:
7 fractures in his skull – possible surgery on one of the bones
Sinuses shattered – possible surgery to enlarge the sinus opening
Hearing loss in his left ear – trying steroid treatment
Left paralyzed vocal cord – possible surgery
Loss of smell
Ringing in his ear
Left shoulder separation
Left rib broken
Plate in his right wrist – healing nicely
Right foot broken – healing nicely
Facial nerve damage on his left side
Filter in right leg to catch the blood clots if they break loose. The filter will be removed in 3 months.

John is doing amazingly well. The biggest issue is pain management. He can't talk on the phone because his right ear is real sensitive to sound. Over time, the brain will adjust to only being able to hear out of one ear.

Oh my!! :( They have some major obstacles to deal with. I will be praying that things go as well as possible.

[Texmel]

Wow Chris--prayers going out to you all!

Melanie

[Cpogie]

Chris, thanks for posting the email you received. John sure has a lot of injuries. God Bless him! I will pray that with each passing day he gets better and better. I hope that doctor gives him some good pain meds! Dealing with pain is half the battle. Hugs to you all.

[momsangel]

Continued prayers for John on his healing and for all of your family,Chris.As always if I can do anything at all:)

[AzuAngel]

I got this e-mail from my sis today, and just thought I would post it for those who are interested:

We went to the ENT (ear, nose, and throat) doctor yesterday and found out the John is deaf in his left ear, his left vocal cord is paralyzed, and he has lost his sense of smell. He also has a ringing in his ear called Tinnitus that will never go away. The Dr wants to try intratympanic steroid injections into his ear drum to see if John can get some speech hearing back. This procedure is done on patients who have sudden hearing loss, not trauma patients. If he can hear just a little of speech, he can use a hearing aid. Since we have nothing to lose, we may as well try it.

Here is a list of John’s current injuries:
7 fractures in his skull – possible surgery on one of the bones
Sinuses shattered – possible surgery to enlarge the sinus opening
Hearing loss in his left ear – trying steroid treatment
Left paralyzed vocal cord – possible surgery
Loss of smell
Ringing in his ear
Left shoulder separation
Left rib broken
Plate in his right wrist – healing nicely
Right foot broken – healing nicely
Facial nerve damage on his left side
Filter in right leg to catch the blood clots if they break loose. The filter will be removed in 3 months.

John is doing amazingly well. The biggest issue is pain management. He can't talk on the phone because his right ear is real sensitive to sound. Over time, the brain will adjust to only being able to hear out of one ear.

omg that is a lot to deal with. I will continue to pray for him and his family. I hope the doctors are able to do something about his pain asap. Hugs!

[wicked1]

Lots of prayers for your brother in law's progress and healing, and prayers for all the family.

[mom2fussbudgets]

Thanks again, ladies. :D

Mary, you can come to Tulsa and have lunch with me. How's 'bout that? Everyone else is invited too!

[asumom]

Hi Chris sorry to hear about your BIL, I am trying to catch up as I haven't been around to much, I will continue to keep each of you lifted up in prayer.

[onefearlesswoman]

continued prayers...glad he is healing

[mom2fussbudgets]

I know I keep saying thank you, but I really mean it! I appreciate the kind words and positive thoughts more than you all know. Hugs!

[mom2fussbudgets]

I know I've been scarce, ladies. Sorry! I just worked the past 13 days in a row because I am leaving for VA on Monday. I'll be back on the 21st; please hang tight until then.

I hope you are all well, and that life is being good to you. :)

[ibeapoet]

Be careful and have a safe trip.

[cath_31]

Sorry to hear what happened to your BIL. Hope things keep improving for him and that your sister can keep her spirits up. My brother had a similar accident a few years ago, although it was his leg not his face that was broken. He was almost to the roof of a building when the ladder skidded out from underneath him and when he hit the ground, his bone was actually sticking out from his leg. It was a long road to recovery. He now has metal plates and screws in his leg and had to switch to a "desk job" at his work due to the injury. What helped us was to just keep focusing on the fact that things could have been A LOT worse. He and my SIL got through that terrible time and so will your BIL and sister. They just need to take it one day at a time. I'll send good thoughts and prayers their way.

[mom2fussbudgets]

Letting you all know that I am back! Amazingly, John is doing so well! He's up and about, walking, talking, and all that good stuff! In fact, my first day there, he cleaned the garage! I'm still blown away by how well he is doing. :D He's still having some problems, of course. But, WOW! Considering his injuries, he's doing just fine.

[Cpogie]

Chris, I am so happy for your family. Your BIL is doing so well! I tell you prayers do get answered, he is proof of that. I hope he continues to improve in the days ahead. I bet your sis is relieved!! HUGS

[rebate queen]

Letting you all know that I am back! Amazingly, John is doing so well! He's up and about, walking, talking, and all that good stuff! In fact, my first day there, he cleaned the garage! I'm still blown away by how well he is doing. :D He's still having some problems, of course. But, WOW! Considering his injuries, he's doing just fine.

That's awesome news--totally awsome!!;)

[caryn]

Glad all is going well. Thanks for the update. We will still continue to pray!

[mom363546]

Thats is some wonderful news! Thanks for the update. :)

[jammom]

YAY Chris-that's such good news !!! As Carol said,prayers do get answered.May he continue on the road to recovery-Deb

[mom2fussbudgets]

Love you guys! :D

[mom363546]

Chris I hope you don't mind me using your post but figured its already here so... I am finally getting to go back home and see my parents. we will be leaving on tuesday July 7th and I will be getting back around the 17th.I had web access put on my phone but can't seem to get into the forum only the ss site. so that wasn't really a help but at least I can go to face book. :)

[mom2fussbudgets]

Chris I hope you don't mind me using your post but figured its already here so... I am finally getting to go back home and see my parents. we will be leaving on tuesday July 7th and I will be getting back around the 17th.I had web access put on my phone but can't seem to get into the forum only the ss site. so that wasn't really a help but at least I can go to face book. :)


Of course I don't mind! Problem is, I don't think anybody's seen your post!

Where are your parents? And...have a great time, Deb! Let us know how it went.

John is doing so well, he actually flew here last week to attend a funeral. Thanks again, ladies! I appreciate your support. :)

[NancyBJ]

OMG! Just actually 'saw' this...since I haven't been on except to get on and hurry up and type a post regarding our train- I feel soooo bad! I am so glad your BIL is doing so much better!

Hugs,
Nancy :)

[mom2fussbudgets]

OMG! Just actually 'saw' this...since I haven't been on except to get on and hurry up and type a post regarding our train- I feel soooo bad! I am so glad your BIL is doing so much better!

Hugs,
Nancy :)

It's okay, Nancy, really! I'm not much of an attention seeker, so I put it in this forum to keep it low key, and to let the coupon train members know what was up. Thank you! I appreciate your concern. :)

[NancyBJ]

I know you aren't...I just feel REALLY bad! :(
Hugs,
Nancy :)

[mom2fussbudgets]

I know you aren't...I just feel REALLY bad! :(
Hugs,
Nancy :)

Please don't. It's not a deal. :)

Hugs back!