invsblwmn in hospital!

[silver]

Hang on to that HOPE!

elaine t

[mimitabby]

Hey girl, sounds like you are being well cared for. I'm sorry that you have to wait so much for your showers.

[crazycanuck]

(((((( Invwmn))))))

C

[GLC1968]

Dawn - I've been following this thread and my heart totally goes out to you. I've been at a loss for what to say, but know that I have been thinking about you. Your determination is inspirational!

~ Hugs ~

[Bike Goddess]

Hi Dawn- I too have been reading this thread since your accident. My heart goes out to you. For now, just let your body heal- that's what it wants/needs to do. I'm happy to hear that you can get out of bed even if it is just for a short time.

Wheelchair- 45 seconds..I'm totally impresssed!

The pets are such great companions- they know when we are not well. They are so amazing.

Look forward to hearing about your progress as you go along. Glad to hear your staples are out and that you can take showers/sponge baths. When I was home from surgery last winter I remember how nice it felt to have warm water streaming over my body. So therapeutic.

What's the next surgery going to fix/mend? Do you know when it will be?

Keep up the good work. You are an inspiration!

[invsblwmn]

received the hope, love, and extra shot of courage today. also the beautiful bracelet. There was no return addy so I apologize for no thank you card. the beauty, strength, and ongoing support I am recieving is beyond what i have ever felt. you are a truly inspirational collection of women. how could i ever give up biking? i believe the sport has drawn us all, in our unique ways to build a community with more love than any community i have experienced. i am blessed by the opportunity to have brushed in any one of your presences. to think i originally thought i would only find about good deals on cycling clothes here and maybe sell my extra pair of sidis. i have found refuge...thank you all

[RoadRaven]

received the hope, love, and extra shot of courage today. also the beautiful bracelet. There was no return addy so I apologize for no thank you card.

Hi there gawjus!
I didn't put a return addy on, cause I didn't want you to feel obligated to return anything, not even a note...
I just wanted you to receive and heal, and it sounds like you are receiving so many healing thoughts...
Take care, and keep healing and that is thanks enough
Arohanui
~R~

[bacarver]

I crashed in June of 2005 because of a pit bull. I started each day after the wreck by hopping/crawling to the bathroom to brush my teeth and take a shower. I couldn't use my right leg at all for days. (For some reason, my doctor wouldn't give me a pair of crutches.) The routine took so long. Each task required balancing on my left leg. Falling was out of the question because it would have been terribly painful. I had to concentrate and plan every move and change of position.
I realized how much I had taken this daily activity for granted.
I learned to be patient.
I was exhausted afterward, but I was clean and that helped me with my recovery.
Water and clean clothes are wonderful!
Barb

[invsblwmn]

Still progessing. taking a few wobbly steps with a cane and standing up to 5 minutes at a time. Loving all of the wonderful cards,gifts, and letters from everyone. three of my friends are waiting for me to get better to start biking with me, so i can;t wait. in two weeks i go back to the doc to make plans for the knee surgeries. the pain is managed and so is the restlessness by the pain meds. I have seen EVERY on demand movie but couldn;t name half of them. still have not bought a new helmet, and just noticed the two big wear holes in my red sidis from skidding on the pavement, nothing some duct tape can;t fix . hope you are all well, and thank you again for your support. Dawn

[mimitabby]

Honestly, I was just thinking about you. Can you read (hold up a book) yet?
Have you considered getting netflix? all you have to do is sign up and pick out movies on line. I have the "two movie" option that means I can have out up to 2 at a time. so I watch one and then mail it back. While i am watching the second, a new one may arrive so when I'm done with it, there's a 3rd waiting.


I'm glad you're in touch and your bike friends are visiting and talking to you!