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[Reuven]

Checking in, hoping things are going well for Lee. A very short Hebrew prayer for Lee, "אל נא רפא נא לה, el na, refa na la" which translates, "Please God, Heal her."

 

[BelleBway]

Lee is constantly in my thoughts even though we aren't really friends. I continue to send positive energy to her, and comforting thoughts to all of her family.

 

[Jayar]

I was just thinking about Lee this morning. She brought me Canadian maple leaf mittens to a competition because I would always rib her about being from Cannukistan. I wore the mittens, and I broke out in hives from the yarn. I took a picture and sent it to her telling her that I was allergic to Chanada, apparently. We both had a huge laugh about that. I am sitting here smiling because she is such a wonderful person, and I know that I am going to see her at a skating event next season. Perhaps I should bring her a sequined American flag hat?

 

[Gerry]

Last night was tough for Lee; just before midnight, she started going into an advanced state of Pulmonary Edema, with too much fluid in her body, her lungs started to fill. The nurses and respiratory techs worked to manage it over a 4-hr space, until she normalized, and began to respond positively.

- As the night went on, her BP came down, as did her pulse; her fluid balance improved, and she became more responsive. Vitals stabilized and the team is much more relaxed and confident this morning.

- Lee is opening her eyes, focusing on me, squeezing my fingers with both hands, wiggling all her toes, wrinkling her nose to communicate in response to questions, and nodding her head … This is the most responsive she has been in a week!

- She has improved all day. She listens, thinks, and responds to questions... She isn't out of the woods yet; there is a long way to go to simply reach safety, and we don't yet know the extent of any damage or length of any rehab; but I'm thankful to have had this day with her, and looking forward to many more.

- As I type this, I continue to receive texts and emails from friends and family, expressing their support, thoughts and prayers for Lee. We are grateful for the support from all of you, and cannot express our gratitude to all the people who work to help Lee get better.

This has been, and will continue to be, an emotional rollercoaster, beyond anything we were ever prepared for… but we are heartened by the fact that we have never been alone through any of this, and thankful for the support of so many good people.

 

[purple skates]

Such good news!

 

[skipaway]

Totally happy for Lee's progress even with the downs. Let her know we're still in her corner and she sure is proving how strong she is. Also, sounds like she has an awesome medical/nursing team taking care of her. They are in my prayers too.

 

[rfisher]

@Gerry, when Lee enters rehab or is moved out of the ICU, if you will post the hospital address and room number, there are many who want to send her Christmas cards. They will make her room festive and the act of opening and hopefully reading them or even organizing them in some way will be a good form of occupational therapy. You are going to become physical, occupational and speech therapy experts. Day by day is what you focus on. Just let us know when and where.

 

[Kasey]

Fantastic news about her level of responsiveness!! It sounds like she is really starting to turn a corner. Continued good thoughts to you and your whole family.

 

[quartz]

thank you so much Gerry. Go Lee!!!!!

 

[Lacey]

It takes my breath away to read the roller coaster on which Lee is right now. But she seems to be pushing forward, with obvious help from medical and family, but with great inner strength herself. Love the story of her squeezing your fingers, with both hands, Gerry. Thinking of all of you.

 

[kittyjake5]

Thank you for the update. Good news!

 

[DaveRocks]

@Gerry, thank you so much for the update. Mr. DaveRocks and I continue to think of you and Lee. Sending positive vibes!

 

[Spinner]

Good news!

 

[mag]

Fabulous news! Every time I see this thread updated I hold my breath ... one day at a time, hang in there.

 

[attyfan]

Thank you for the update. Will keep praying.

 

[Asli]

Fantastic news about the progress Lee is making!
@Gerry we are so grateful to you for taking the time to post these updates. You must be exhausted.

 

[skategal]

Great news! Thanks for letting us know.

I'll keep praying for you all and sending healing vibes to Lee.

 

[BelleBway]

I've had a long day at work... and the good news about Lee has me crying tears of joy- no joke! Thanks, as always, @Gerry, for keeping us updated.

 

[peibeck]

I agree, thank you for the wonderful news about Lee opening her eyes. I'm sure having her do that and squeezing her fingers to touch yours must have been a joy after this whole dramatic last week. Even if it is just small progress, it is wonderful, wonderful news all the same. Give her all our best from the "crazy people" here at FSU and tell her we miss her here.

 

[Jayar]

My eyes literally welled up with tears of happiness at your posting @Gerry . I know that there is a ways to go, but that you had time with her today makes me so hopeful that she is going to be okay. I know all of the focus has to be on her right now, but how are YOU? Are you getting enough rest, food to eat, and taking care of yourself? You can ALWAYS come here for support. As you can tell, we all love Lee here-- and that's not a 'oh, she's someone we know from a message board' love. This is 'we have been together in this community for nearly 20 years now and have shared our lives with each other' love. If there is anything that we can do, please let us know. And yes, please let us know when we can send cards. I am sure that we are going to cover the walls of the room that she will be rehabbing in!

 

[MINAM]

Thank you for the updates. Was really gutted to hear the news. Lee has such a big heart, she HAS to recover. She and her loved ones are in my thoughts.

 

[manhn]

This is incredible news! I am very happy for Lee, you and the family.

 

[overedge]

@Gerry thank you for the update. You are right, this will be a journey, but we are all supporting you in it. Take care of yourself!

 

[jenji124]

Thank you for the updates @Gerry so happy to hear that she has been improving and had a good day.

 

[halffull]

Thank you for taking the time to update us with the wonderful news that Lee has had such a positive day, @Gerry! Prayers for a good nights rest for all.

 

[LilJen]

What a scare last night--so glad to hear about the encouraging signs today. Thinking of you, @Gerry, and sending you strength to get through this. Continued prayers for Lee's complete healing.

 

[Prancer]

Good news! So glad to hear that Lee is making progress!

 

[once_upon]

@Gerry, when Lee enters rehab or is moved out of the ICU, if you will post the hospital address and room number, there are many who want to send her Christmas cards. They will make her room festive and the act of opening and hopefully reading them or even organizing them in some way will be a good form of occupational therapy. You are going to become physical, occupational and speech therapy experts. Day by day is what you focus on. Just let us know when and where.

Plus, I think needs a lucky sloth like PrincessLeppard has. I want to send one to keep her company as she heals. Like Jayar, I was crying a little reading the progress.

 

[Marge_Simpson]

What wonderful news! I've been praying and will continue to do so.
Please let us know when Lee is able to receive cards and packages. I know all of us are eager to let her know we're thinking of her and pulling for her.

 

[Spun Silver]

Fantastic news!!!