If you pray, go and do that. If you send positive thoughts to those in need like I do, please do that. :o/

We'll be thinking of you and your son Tommy, MrsLee!
*massive hopeful hugs*

I'm with you.

What's going on? What? :(

Her son was in a serious car accident last night and suffered a neck/spinal injury. I believe she's at the hospital now and that he's been stabilized. I'll be watching FaceBook for updates.

Ouch. I usually don't check FB in the mornings and I missed this. We'll definitely be praying for them!

clam - I can't get to FB at work. If you get any big news, can you keep us up to date?

I'll keep them in my thoughts and prayers.

#5 - Will do. I doubt she'll be able to post much today, though.

Holding you and Tommy in the light, MrsLee!

Lee, you know I'm sending loads of hugs and strength across the seas.

Lots of hope and care to MrsLee and her son!

More hope, care, time and de-stress aids as required!

Thinking of you and Tommy, MrsLee.

Holding you both in my heart.

Hugs and prayers being sent!

I'm so sorry to hear this. Please do keep us updated from postings to FB if that's how she's choosing to communicate. Prayers and hugs to you and yours, MrsLee.

My thoughts and prayers go out to MrsLee and her family

Sending you positive thoughts and thinking of you and your son MrsLee

Oh no! I'll be thinking of you and your son, sending warm, healing thoughts your way.

I'm so sorry to hear this! I'll be thinking of you and your son, MrsLee.

Saw this morning on fb, and I say again, Lee, you are in our thoughts and lots of love & healing coming your way. Get better, Tommy.

Good god, that's dreadful news. Very best wishes for a good outcome.

My thoughts are with you and Tommy, MrsLee.

You and your son are in my thoughts today Ms. Lee.

Best wishes and hopes for a full recovery, MrsLee.

Mrs. Lee,
Positive thoughts for a full recovery.

Mine sent too. We're all thinking and hoping the best.

.............I don't know what else to say so I'll leave it at that.

I'm thinking of you both, MrsLee.

Thinking of you and Tommy, and hoping for the best.

Thinking of you with fingers crossed

Holding you both in the light Lee, keeping you both in my heart.

Praying for Tommy and family.

Many thoughts. . . and hopes for the best. We all stand together with you.

Thinking of you at this stressful time...

Mrs Lee - hugs!!!!

You're in my prayers Mrs Lee.

Thinking of you and your family and wishing you all the best and speedy recovery.

MrsLee, I'll be praying for you and your son. Sending healing and calming thoughts your way...

I hadn't heard. How awful. MrsLee has kindly offered thoughts and prayers for me and my family and I'm certainly returning them now. What a terrible thing to happen.

I'll be keeping you and your family in my prayers, MrsLee.

I am praying for you both, MrsLee.

My thoughts are with you and your family MrsLee...

All of my thoughts and prayers are with you and Tommy, Mrs. Lee! Let us know more when you can!!!

Echoing all of the above. *tight hugs*

I think many would agree that if we could be there physically to help out or be supportive, we would.

sending positive thoughts to you and your son.

Sending all the positive thoughts I can muster up for both of you.

>#44: absolutely. Positive thoughts for you and your family, MrsLee.

((((((Mrs Lee))))))

My heartfelt prayers to you MrsLee and son. I hope there are no serious injuries involved and recovery is swift.

I'll check back here for updates but can someone help me with FB. I joined the GD group ages ago but I'm not seeing any posts from it or links to it on my page/info area.

Hugs and prayers for you and your family!

*hugz* to MrsLee!!!

I'm thinking of you & your son & sending positive thoughts your way!!!

All my thoughts for healing to your son!

OMG I do pray and I am praying for a recovery. All my positive thoughts and good karma to you also. hugs!

I'm sending all the love, hugs and positive thoughts I can. Wishing for a speedy recovery!

I'll be praying for you. *hugs*

Lee just posted a note on FB saying Tommy is going into surgery 'tomorrow', to get his spine pinned.

Fingers crossed. Good thoughts and wishes still streaming.

edit: Thanks for the update, Busifer

Chuir údar na teachtaireachta in eagar í, Samh 4, 2009, 3:56am.

At least that's a semi-good sign. They don't operate before the patient is stable unless they absolutely have to. Sounds as if they are hopeful. Everything firmly crossed here.

At least that's a semi-good sign. They don't operate before the patient is stable unless they absolutely have to. Sounds as if they are hopeful. Everything firmly crossed here.

I know that the waiting is probably the hardest part for parents in this situation and my heart goes out to Mr and Mrs Lee and their family. Our loving thoughts and hopes will be with them all tomorrow.

Continuing prayers for the family and surgeons today.

Prayers going up from here too.

And from here. Such a terrible thing.

I cannot even imagine what she is going through. My heart aches for her and her family.

Best wishes, with hope that the surgery goes well.

Oh dear -I'm sending out good thoughts & prayers and will check back here to see if there are any updates.

more good thoughts me...

Hoping to hear from MrsLee soon that the surgery has been successful & that Tommy is on the mend...

In our prayers Lee family.

She posted this on FaceBook last night: "Tommy's surgery went well and nothing unexpected happened. We won't know how he's doing until tomorrow when they take him off of sedation."

Please do send her our love, clam, as well as a link to this thread. I know she's been in my thoughts ever since I learned of the trouble.

(((((hugs MrsLee)))))

Chuir údar na teachtaireachta in eagar í, Samh 5, 2009, 7:33am.

It's another step in the right direction and good to know the surgery went well. Yes, please do let her know, if you are able, that som many of us are thinking of her and her son and rooting for them.

Hugs and courage, Mrs, Lee.
Be well, go Tommy!

(((hugs MrsLee and family))) Hope every thing continues to go well.

So sorry to hear about this, hoping for the best for MrsLee, her son, and whole family.

Dear Tommy, and family: You cannot see us, but we are there in the waiting room and hope our loving good wishes will flow into your room.

*hugs to MrsLee and family*

Hope everything continues to go well! *sends good, healing thoughts*

Still here.... hoping and wishing for the best of outcomes.

My prayers and thoughts are with your son and your entire family, MrsLee.

Love and courage and strength wrapped around you like a warm blanket.

Thinking of you and your family MrsLee. *lots of gental hugs*

Thank you so much for letting us know that Tommy's surgery went well......my big hope is that each day will bring good news for his family. More healing thoughts and best wishes.

Huge hugs to Lee and her fam. Sending every positive thought possible her way.

Update on her wall from an hour ago: "Thursday: Today Tommy was not taken off his sedation and ventilator because his hemoglobin was low."

Thanks, Busifer. Not great news, but good to know he's being well taken care of.

That's frustrating and very disappointing for the family but much better that the hospital are extra cautious about these things. Thank you for the update, busifer.

Thoughts are still with you Lee..

Sending out good thoughts as well. Hope to hear good news soon.

Best to be safe. I know I'd prefer caution.

Did you feel that warm feeling? Those were good thoughts sent to you and your family by the GD members.

Still here with you and Tommy, MrsLee. Love and prayers are flowing your way!

That's awful! Positive vibes, hugs and thoughts are with you and your son.

My thoughts are with you and your family.

I got a message from MrsLee on FaceBook. She said "Tommy is doing much better today he is awake and responding to questions and having conversations." So that is good news.

Oh, that's great news! I'm keeping up the constant stream of positive thoughts, tho. It's probably a long road back for Tommy, regardless.

Wonderful.

Such GOOD news! I'm sure she must be feeling better, because I know I just heaved a huge sigh of happiness and relief for her.

We're still thinking of your son, MrsLee; but do be sure to take care of yourself in this time of stress.

(((hugs)))

Oh my gosh--hugs and prayers to Mrs. Lee and her son Tommy. So happy to hear surgery went well. I hope his recovery is speedy and complete!

I, for one, will sleep better tonight. Thanks for the update.

Thanx for the update, I'm glad to hear some good news about Tommy. Still sending my thoughts & positive energy MrsLee & family's way *hugz*

That is wonderful! I'm so happy for their family.
*sends more healing prayers*

Good news. I hope Tommy steadily improves.

And yes, Mrs. Lee, get some rest. You'll be needing your strength.

Just day to day Mrs Lee but what a relief for you that Tommy is awake and knows you are there for him. Wonderful news.

Good news! Sending positive thoughts and lots of energy.

That's excellent news! Still a long way to go, I'm sure, but hopefully the worst is over.

Thanks for the update, good news. Here's hoping for a speedy recovery.

That is encouraging news. Prayers for a speedy recovery to Tommy and rest for MrsLee.

Thinking of you and adding my prayers to the rest. May God keep you both close.

Glad to hear he's doing better!

I'm so glad that Tommy's responsive! That' s wonderful and positive news.

I'm still sending healing thoughts and keeping Tommy, MrsLee and their entire family in my prayers.

That's good news. Adding my thoughts and hugs MrsLee.

The latest from MrsLee's fam on Facebook:

"today tommy was able to eat applesauce and told my mom that he missed her and he has been wanting to get up."

Keep up the good work, Tommy!

edited to clarify

Chuir údar na teachtaireachta in eagar í, Samh 7, 2009, 1:42pm.

That's fabulous news, I hope he continues well on the way to a full recovery.

That's wonderful! A major step in the right direction.

That is great news! Sounds like his recovery is well on its way.

So glad to hear some good news!

Good news, MrsLee -- still holding you all in the light.

Wonderful news==keep getting better Tommy!!

That's great news! So glad to hear Tommy's continuing to improve! *sends more healing thoughts*

When they talk about food, you know they are on the mend! I'm so glad to get this news! Our thoughts and wishes for your well-being continue.

*Energetically holding both thumbs*

I'm so glad to hear it! I hope the good news continue.

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Creep! #123 is a Troll that just activated today. Those are all links to his/her blog postings.

Best wishes to Tommy and MrsLee - I've been away and just caught up on this thread. Hope Tommy continues to improve and big hugs to MrsLee!

Yes, best wishes. I'm so happy to hear the good news and will continue to keep Tommy in my prayers.

Applesauce is the best medicine. Good for Tommy to choose it!

I'm really happy to hear about the improvements! An interest in food is always a good sign. :)

Still praying, while giving thanks for the good news.

Brilliant news! Glad to hear that things are looking up.

Good to hear some good news! Still sending positive thoughts!

Glad he's improving! Prayers going out from here.

Wonderful! I'm so happy for them.
*prayers of Thanks and continued healing.*

They're still in my prayers, but what a relief!

Poor guy. Applesauce? Sheesh.

Honestly? I'm glad to read about Tommy's continued improvement - even if it's applesauce. At least it's not tappioca. :P

Keep going Tommy. Day by day you'll improve. Day by day your strength will increase.

Every best wish from the Green Dragon is sent to you and MrsLee. We're all thinking and hoping the best for your recovery.

I like applesauce. And come to that I like tapioca too. Comfort foods from childhood

glad he is doing so well!

Wrapping the whole family in warm hugs and warm thoughts.

Guess you'll have to try my mom's applesauce and tapioca, polly.

There was a new update, Tommy is managing to joke with the nurses but has been put back on a ventilator as a precaution until he gains a little more strength.

Tommy sounds like a fighter. Very good luck to him and all his family.

Glad to hear that Tommy is improving and feeling himself. Anyone who speaks to MrsLee or sends messages, please send all our love and best wishes to her and all her family.

Keep fighting Tommy!

I can't even imagine the worry MrsLee must be experiencing right now. Continuing prayers are the best I can offer.

I am meditating a Green Dragon to fly to Tommy's shoulder and whisper in his ear: you will gain health, and strength, and run free and happy again soon.

Just got another update from her on FaceBook. Please keep sending that good energy if you can. She said she'll try to drop by LT tonight.

*sending massive dose of energy and good vibes*

*lots of positive vibes coming your way, Tommy and MrsLee*

*Cranks up the ergs in the positive thought parts of my brain*

I am going to be PC-less for a few days but the thoughts and prayers are still being sent.

(((HUGS))))

MrsLee- still here with you in spirit! Prayers are flowing towards you and Tommy. Peace, rest, and healing to you both.

I'm also adding my prayers for Tommy's recovery. MrsLee when you're able to stop by this thread, priint it out and read it to Tommy so he can hear the love from his mom's virtual friends.

@151

+1

Yes, we're all still hoping, praying, and sending support the best way we can for you, your family and especially Tommy.

Rest well. You made it through today, and you're one day closer to getting well than you were yesterday. Soon you'll be home.

One day at a time is the way: and all of us are standing by.

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Chuir údar na teachtaireachta in eagar í, Samh 10, 2009, 9:02pm.

155: I agree - while the content is inappropriate (highly in this thread's case), and devalues the wonderful sentiments of the preceding posts (to which I add my own best wishes) it is not an abuse of the site's TOS.

Perhaps a personal message to the poster would have been better...it is, after all, from a very young, fairly new, but seemingly bona fide (depending on age) member.

Mrs. Lee all good wishes to you and Tommy for continued improvement and for you to stay strong in watching over him and his recovery.

Good thoughts and prayers to MrsLee, Tommy, and their family! Prayers for continued improvement.

(((((((((((MrsLee)))))))))))) and lots of postive energy and strengthening thoughts and prayers for you and Tommy and the rest of your family. Thinking of you every day.

Ahh, I love a man with a sense of humor. One of the best weapons in your arsenal, Tommy. Keep up the good fight, and don't worry about your mom. We're all here for her - we've got her back

On thing's for sure, with the number of prayer chains lifting you up, they'll have to tie you to the bed soon!

Hello my friends, thank you so much for the warmth, love and prayers in this thread. I knew you were all with me in a special way because that's just the way you are, but when I saw a fuzzy green dragon in the hospital gift shop display window, well, it felt like a hug from you all. :) Now every time I walk by it I will think of this thread of incredible support.

Tommy is having a difficult night tonight. They are trying to prepare him for tomorrow when, hopefully, they will remove the ventilator from his throat. Three things have to be right though, so it might not happen. It is incredibly difficult to leave him behind and come to the motel.

Tommy was a passenger in a car. I won't even describe the details to you, because the driver did something incredibly stupid and will have to live with that decision for the rest of his life. Nuff said.

Two of my son's vertibrae were broken, and the ligament which held them together was severed. His surgery was to fuse those vertibrae together since he had no ligament support. So far, the doctor is pleased. Tommy also had brain damage, they call it brain shearing, along with hematomas. The car rolled multiple times, it was small and my son's head was touching the roof when he sat in it. From what we can tell, he still has his memory and brain function, as well as movement of his limbs. I can call this nothing but a miracle. That my son is alive is incredible. The kids were in the car for 45 minutes before one of them woke up and was able to call for help. I have heard that the car was in multiple pieces and getting Tommy out took another 45 minutes. He was airlifted to the hospital. The other kids had various injuries, none as severe as Tommy's, but they are all alive as well.

We have a long and arduous road ahead of us, health, healing, emotionally and financially, but every day I will know that my son who could have been gone has been given back to me.

Its so good to hear from you MrsLee, and to here how lucky Tommy really is. We will all be with you on the road to healing.

*Big smile*

Thank you for taking the time to update MrsLee.

I wish there was more we could do and I know we all hope Tommy is off the ventilator tomorrow.

MrsLee - you have so many more important things to do right now it's incredibly touching that you would take the time out to write to us. Thank you. The accident sounds horrendous and it is only on reading your message that it becomes clear how very lucky Tommy actually is. I hope you realise how many hearts are with you here on LT and that you and Tommy - and the families of the others involved - can take some strength from that. I'll be wishing for that ventilator to go today but better a few extra days than moving too fast at this stage so the important thing is that the professionals are happy with his progress, however fast or slow.

You take care, MrsLee. We'll be here when you need us. In the meantime, positive thoughts will continue to flow to you and Tommy.

Thanks, MrsLee. Tommy and your family are important to us and I am so happy things are going as well as they are. Continued prayers are flowing your way.

It is a difficult road you are on, but it is gratifying to hear that you are on it together and that healing has begun. All the best to both of you as Tommy heals. Thanks for sharing the information, you'll be in our thoughts.

Thanks for the update, MrsLee. Continuing to send those positive thoughts your way!

Great news for a difficult situation. You are in my thoughts daily and I send positive energies your way. I've been posting about your situation at another website where they have a Good Wishes and Prayer Request Thread and you've been getting lots of good vibes from there too!

Mrs Lee - I have tears, as I read your report. HUGE HUG. Know that I've checked this thread several times, every day. GO TOMMY! May the healing progress faster than you believe it can, and joy carry you all, every step.

Wow. Tommy is very lucky. My thoughts are with you and your family.

Thank you for keeping us posted, MrsLee. I'm keeping Tommy and all your family in my prayers.

Thank you for updating us - I'm sending healing energy Tommy's way (and yours as well).

I'm glad to hear Tommy is making progress and continue to send well wishes.

MrsLee - thank you for taking the time to fill us in with the details of Tommy's situation. I understand, personally, the issue you refer to (brain shearing) as my oldest sister suffered that in a car accident about 10 years ago. I know you and your family will provide all the love, support, and emotional comfort (this last is so important!) to Tommy that you can, and this will certainly be a strong factor in his favor. As so many have said, you will be in the thoughts, prayers, and best wishes of the folks here in the Dragon. We certainly understand your visits here might be few and far between for some time, but we'll always be leaving the light on for you.

Mrs Lee, I'm with everyone else in wholly appreciating the fact that you took the time to post a message to us all at this incredibly emotional period. Thanks for keeping us updated on his progress. You and your family are all still in my thoughts, as I know you are all in the thoughts of everyone else here. Just take one day at a time and know that the positive vibes and get better wishes are still headed your way.

{{{{{hugs}}}}} to MrsLee and Tommy and best wishes for a successful passage through the trials ahead. Thinking of you and sending positive vibes.

((((((MrsLee & Tommy))))) The accident sounds terrible and you sound very forgiving when you talk about the driver of the car, which I am sure has earned you and Tommy a little good karma to help with his recovery. It's amazing what a positive attitude can do. We are all thinking of you and him and the rest of your family and hoping that the path ahead is not too rocky while he recovers. Thank you for giving us such a detailed update.

Thankyou for the update. I told my children about Tommy today. With two older teens (19 & 17) out on the roads daily and a younger teen (14) finishing his drivers ed class today it felt necessary for them to see how dangerous a momentary bad judgement can be.

Continuing prayers for speedy healing.

May Tommy's progress continue.

Best wishes to your whole family.

Thanx for the update MrsLee, I'm with everyone else in saying thankyou for taking the time to let us know what's been going on. I'm greatful with you that your son has survived such a traumatic accident & its good to hear that the doctors are happy with his progress.

Step by step, and day by day. Love and hugs.

Still praying, MrsLee.

Still sending healing thoughts. May Tommy continue to improve (and may there be many more miracles in that recovery just waiting to happen)!

MrsLee, I can only add to what everyone else has said and express thanks that you've taken the time to update us on Tommy's situation with all you've got on your mind at the moment. *hugs* You and your family take care, sweetie.

This is good medicine for me, checking in here sometime during the day. Don't know when I'll ever be able to read and participate in the other threads here, but this one will definitely be checked in on. :)

Good news about Tommy! He was able to get off of the ventilator today! He is breathing fine and responding well. It's hard now in another way, because he is now aware of what is going on. Please continue prayers.

I told him about this thread and that gave him a smile. Love you all!

Wonderful. Hang in there, hon. Better days are definitely on the way!

That's great to hear Lee! I'm still thinking of you and your family and sending as many positive thoughts as I can.

Thank you for spending the time to update us on Tommy's situation. We're all grateful to know that you and yours are doing (relatively) well!

Great news!

MrsLee:
I am newly come to this group, though not to the site, and I have not had the pleasure of much interaction, but I send to you all my thoughts and hopes, and support, for you, your family and your son; for the strength that will be needed in the coming times, for a full recovery (as fast as possible) and to connect with you in the only way possible I can in sending love and best wishes.

And to join with all the others here in helping (in a very small way) to get you through this; as well as deep gratefulness for your son surviving this horrific incident!

May he continue to improve.

I'm glad Tommy's doing better - still praying for you guys, though!

Sending all the psychic strength I can to you and Tommy. I know we're not exactly CLOSE neighbors, but if there's anything concrete you can use from within Northern California, please let me know and I'll see what I can come up with. Meanwhile, I'm sending you virtual lasagna!

Chuir údar na teachtaireachta in eagar í, Samh 11, 2009, 8:50pm.

I just saw this thread - MsLee, I can't really put emotion on post, but I just want to wish you and your son a good recovery.

Thank you for the updates MrsLee. I'm very glad Tommy's off the ventilator--I will keep praying for a good recovery.

I know how hard it is to leave someone at the hospital, but you must take care of yourself to take care of Tommy. Again, I'm thrilled he's off the ventilator, and continued prayers and good thoughts are going out for all of you.

#161
Oh, I can't even begin to describe what I'm feeling as I read this. *tight hugs, MrsLee* You and your family are in my thoughts.

tears in my eyes Lee, just big hugs and love - but you know that.

Yay Tommy for being off the ventilator and for the smile!! What a brave guy! Way to go!!

Such good news!

I remember Tommy as the good son who brought his laundry home. I hope he will be able to do that again.

great news and know we continue to hold you both in our hearts and in the light of continuing good news

Tommy's youth will help with the recovery; take good care of yourself, too, as you know he will need your very best self in the room.

Wishing strength and power to you both, and focusing on the future.

Yay for Tommy being off the ventilator, that's fab news.

That is good news.

Oh I am so glad that he is doing so well! That is such amazing news!!
Lots of Love and get well hugs comming your way!

What everyone else have said, and lots of lots of hugs.

Mrs Lee, Tommy's story brought me tears and vivid memories of being a passenger in a similar car accident many, many years ago. When they lifted the car off me all I wanted was my mother and I'm sure that your love and strength will make all the difference in helping Tommy's recovery, and to know that he is now off the ventilator is the best news I've heard all day!! Thank you so much for giving us your precious time and I hope it helps to know how much we care.

Wonderful news! Tears and hugs winging their way to you both.

I am so glad to hear there is improvement. I know that he and you both have a long road ahead and I will be keeping you both in my thoughts.

Good for Tommy! Still keeping you all in my prayers.

That's great news about Tommy, MrsLee. I join everyone in sending you comfort and positive thoughts for his healthy progress.

Mrs. Lee--much love and prayers to you and Tommy. You have to take one day at a time right now to get through. I am so happy to hear he is off the ventilator. What a horrible horrible accident. May Tommy keep on his road to a speed recovery and may you have strength to get through this asl well!!

Thank you dear ones for your encouragement. Tommy is out of the ICU and his struggles now will be to regain total movement and coordination in his limbs. The Drs. seem to think it is just a matter of time.

Imager - I'm sorry that brought back memories, but thank you for sharing your encouraging thoughts with me. It kills me to leave him alone at night, but he told me with a sigh tonight that he thought he could sleep on his own. :) Of course I had to interigate the nurses as to how they would know if he needed them. I'm sure they just love me.

My beloved came back from a walk today carrying my green dragon from the gift shop! I'll share a picture someday, maybe with my boy holding it. :) We have some hard work ahead of us, thank you so much for all the love here.

I'm so glad that the news is pretty good! hang in there.

MrsLee - Like imager, I also survived as a passenger in a serious (fatal) rollover accident. 27 years later, it still haunts me and the description of your son's accident had me in tears. The love of my family and friends helped me through those dark days as you are helping your son at this time and I will always remember and love them all the more for that. My heart goes out to you, especially as I have a 16 year old son of my own. My warm thoughts are with you.

That's the best news, MrsLee. Keep up the good work, Tommy!

All the best for Tommy and your family. Thoughts are with you

When you consider the seriousness of the accident it sounds as if Tommy is making remarkable progress. Thank you for yet another update. MrsL. And don't worry about what the staff think of you; I'm sure they would much rather know you are fighting for your son than otherwise. They are human, after all, and probably know they would be just the same in your position.

(((hugs MrsLee))) Its a hard thing to leave your child in the custody of a hospital, sleeping or not. But it is good to hear that he's recuperating.

You're a brave, strong woman MrsLee and I admire you. As people have said above, it's one day at a time. Good luck to you, Tommy, and the rest of your family as you all work towards Tommy's full recovery.

You're all in my thoughts and prayers.

I'm so glad to hear that Tommy is recovering, MrsLee. I'll be thinking of you both and the rest of your family, hoping the recovery goes smoothly.

Mrs Lee, having Tommy leave ICU is a wonderful milestone and it's so good to hear that he is making great progress. I'll bet he's already the nurses' star patient and they would have appreciated all the assistance you have given by being there so I'm sure they'll be taking very good care of Tommy.

I think there's some healing power in those dragons because I bought one (couldn't get green, had to make do with blue, but he is cute) to watch over my husband in hospital this year.

Tommy, coppers (big hug to you) and I will probably always have to live with those awful memories but it's true that the experience made me aware of how important it is to make the most of every day I share with my family and friends, and you have some great friends here at the Green Dragon.

You're a strong lady, and it sounds like "the nut don't fall too far from the tree"!

The news keeps getting better, and I'm so glad. The days ahead will be long, but don't forget - we're here for you.

Ditto what others have said. I'm so happy that Tommy is out of the ICU. Still sending prayers your way.

Thank you so much for taking time to update us all. Thinking of your family every day, and sending more good wishes than I have words for.

Thank you for sharing the great news, and you remain in our thoughts.

Thanks for the update MrsLee, I'm glad that things are picking up and Tommy is improving each day. We're all here for you and your family - and I'm glad you have a little Green Dragon with you ;-)

Thanx for taking the time to share the good news MrsLee. Its great to hear that he's continuing to improve & I'm glad that our thoughts & virtual hugz are making it to you & Tommy :)

A little update. The nurses are letting me stay in the room with him because he gets disoriented and agitated. I think it helps to have me there, but it's hard on my husband and I. Different sleeping and eating hours. In a way I'm more lonely because we are taking shifts. I won't be online as often either, just no time.

A positive note, Tommy was walking today! It wore him out. He also sat in a chair to eat and managed to do some other personal things as well. And, he got pants! Hospital pant, I grant you, but to a 19 year old boy, that means a lot. He is getting more ornery, but I told the nurses that is more natural.

I don't know how to convey thanks for all the great comments above, they mean the world to me!

Hang in there, MrsLee and your whole family!

Dancing for joy - and looking forward to the day when Tommy can dance with me!

{8>)

Well done, Tommy! 'Ornery' can be a great healer.

That's wonderful news! Hang in there!

It's great to hear Tommy is still making progress, MrsLee!

*hugs* You and your husband remember to take good care of yourselves too, though!

Taking care of yourselves too: Can some of Tommy's friends relieve you? Even if they only spend an hour or two that will give you respite. . . Ask the hospital if this can be done.

Thank you Esta, we have some family here helping now. My other two children came to see their brother, as well as his grandparents. A great joy for Tommy. Plus his doctor took him off of a couple of restrictions. He is letting him have TV, light and magazines! I love all the progress, just hope he handles it well so there is no regressing. :) The speech therapist is in with him now to see if he can handle thin fluids, that will make him very happy.

Hugs back to all of my wonderful pub friends!

hugs back, MrsLee. So glad to hear Tommy is walking! I know it's a long road, hang in there and we're here sending you streams of love.

Dear MrsLee,
I was very sorry to hear of your son's terrible accident, but am so pleased that his health is gradually improving. My Mum and I both send our love and prayers at this time.
Yours sincerely

Unorna x

Keep up the recovery Tommy! Mrs. Lee & Mr. Lee--take care of yourselves too!!

Yay for the good news MrsLee! Lots of love is still pouring your way....

Hey, Tommy. Polish up your dancin' shoes, my lad!

I hope everything continues to go well. Take care of yourself - lots of positive thoughts still coming your way;)

Every time I read more good news it gladdens my heart and brings such joy and relief - more positive thoughts and hugs coming your way...

One day at a time and try (insofar as may be possible) to keep everyone in balance. But the good news is most encouraging! Tell Tommy we're rooting for him.

Glad to hear Tommy's recovery is continuing, MrsLee. I agree, being ornery is a good sign.

Glad to see that Tommy is making progress!

Mrs Lee - my thoughts are with you, and with Tommy's progress, daily.
Hospital shifts are tough duty - I hope they give you a comfortable chair! ((((hugs!)))) May the difficult parts pass quickly and lightly, and the joy become all the sweeter for it, and may there be grace in the gathering of the family to help.

(((HUGS))) Mrs Lee and Tommy - sounds like he is making wonderful progress - hurray for walking and being able to remove restrictions - hoping the swallow tests go well for him :) thoughts are with you all

Remarkable progress! That's fantastic news. Keep it up, Tommy!

More hugs and positive thoughts and strength.
Try to get some time to recharge your own batteries, so you can give to Tommy without draining yourself!

I haven't posted yet, though I've been tracking this thread from the beginning. Prayers and hugs from Texas. What a miracle your Tommy is!

Mrs Lee it must be very comforting and a relief to have the rest of your family with you and Tommy now. Lots of healing power there so hope you will have the time to relax for a little while with an enjoyable book.

Wonderful news!!

Thinking of you -- how wonderful that Tommy is up, at least a bit! (((((MrsLee)))))

Have been away for a couple of days but checked in here as soon as I got back. Great to know things are still going well.

That's great news Mrs Lee! Keep up the good progress Tommy :)

My head is spinning a bit. Tommy has been transfered to the Rehab part of the hospital. He may be released by the weekend! I am having trouble figuring out who and where I am. Two weeks ago was the most terrifying day of my life, and now I may be taking my boy home in a couple of days. I can't express how blessed I feel right now. And very, very tired. And so excited.

It doesn't look like there will be any permanent damage aside from the bolts and bits of titanium in his neck and perhaps a bit of limited movement there. Right now his biggest worry is whether or not he will be able to ride rollercoasters, and the fact that his therapist told him no more headers in soccer. Surreal.

On the spiritual side, he is very aware that his life is a gift and he is eager to find out how best to use that gift and share it with others. Every fact we learn about this accident seems to confirm that it is a miracle any of the kids survived.

Tommy had his stitches out today and is really hoping for a shower tomorrow. He wants a shower so bad that he even forgot to ask the Dr. about getting his cell phone back! This is the first night he will be alone at the hospital since his bad night, so I hope it goes well. He insisted that I stay with Mark tonight and tomorrow because it's our Anniversary. 26 years. Probably the worst and the best of them all.

Thank you again everyone for walking this journey with me.

MrsLee, that is wonderful news about Tommy! I hope he'll indeed be released by the weekend!

(And that's so sweet of him to insist you spend your anniversary together.)

When your biggest worries become rollercoasters and football headers you know things have just improved hugely. That is amazing news and there are going to be some very big smiles around LT this morning. (Not the same thing, I know, but I have a number of titanium screws and corresponding metalwork in my back and I'm rarely even aware they're there - and that's only just over 2 months after the surgery that put them there - so I hope and predict a rapid recovery.)

I'm finding it difficult to type through the tears in my eyes...
Such good news!

Happy anniversary too - truly you both can celebrate this one after being given a very special gift from whomever is watching over Tommy. Karma says you deserve it - have you thought of that?

I will say an extra thank you in my prayers today.

Happy anniversary!

What wonderful news! I am so happy to read this! What an amazing anniversary gift - enjoy your time together.

I teared up reading the news. From the bottom of my heart, MrsLee, I'm *so* glad that things are moving forward so well for Tommy. Which is not to say that we won't keep you in our hearts going forward.

To paraphrase clam in the original post on this thread, if you pray, go say thank you. If you send positive thoughts, just bank the positivity you feel from knowing the kid is getting better!

What fabulous news! I've shared it with the other group I've been posting Tommy's journey to. I can't imagine the relief you must be feeling.

I am so happy for Tommy and your family....and a bonus anniversary gift!

Happy, Joyful Anniversary.

Great News! THanx for sharing :)

& Happy Anniversary :)

Wow! What great news! And what an anniversary gift. Go Tommy! And Happy Anniversary Mrs. Lee!

I have a policy that I try to say "Thank you, Lord" at least as many times as I say "Please." At this rate, the thank-yous will take awhile. What a blessing.

And now we are so happy, we do The Dance of Joy!

May you have many more anniversaries. . . May Tommy have many happy experiences. Know that all of us care and rejoice with you now.

Wow, that is great news, thanks for taking the time to share.
Happy Anniversary, and I just know you're going to have a great Thanksgiving!

Oh MrsLee, what fantastic news! Happy anniversary to you and Mark, blessings to Tommy and the rest of your family, and as MerryMary says, it is truly time for the dance of joy!

Happy Anniversary and what an amazing son you have raised;)

Mrs Lee - love is the healer - yours must be very great indeed. Stupendously magnificent! I am so happy to hear that you have your boy heading toward home and wellness.

My thank you would deafen - grin. (hugs)

May your steps become lighter, hereforward.

Happiest of Anniversaries to you both, and well wishes to Tommy!

Fantastic news! I can't believe the amazing progress he has made in the past two weeks. Truly remarkable. Happy anniversay, Mrs Lee. Hope that Tommy will be out of hospital very soon to celebrate with you, you husband and the rest of your family.

This is wonderful, MrsLee! I'm so happy for Tommy--and all of you, of course. Have a very happy anniversary!

I'm laughing and crying and cheering. Tommy going home!! WOW!! Oh LEE!!!!!! The best news. I'm so happy for Tommy, for you, for your family. Your heartache has been shared with us and now your joy too. YAY!!!!!!!!

Happiest of anniversaries, dear lady and friend, you and Mark have so much to celebrate, have a wonderful time.

Humungous hugs :-D

Chuir údar na teachtaireachta in eagar í, Samh 19, 2009, 1:27pm.

YAY YAY YAY!!!! What wonderful news. I'll be sending prayers of thankfulness along with prayers for continued healing. :)

Happiest of Anniversaries!

What wonderful news!

I'm so pleased, well done Tommy for improving so quickly.

Most excellent news. Get some sleep.

That's most excellent news, MrsLee!

Wonderful news - so happy for all of you! Have a nice night out!

To think that Tommy will soon be going home is just amazing!! What a memorable anniversary this will be, but I'm so glad that you have lots to celebrate and wish you and your family every happiness for the future.

Wonderful, joyous news! Happy anniversary.

Happy Dance!

Oh, and bolts in his neck? That's going to be so cool next halloween!

Chuir údar na teachtaireachta in eagar í, Samh 19, 2009, 6:24pm.

What great news!

I'm adding my expression of relief and jooy for you and your son - I am so so so so happy for you!

Excellent news! And happy anniversary :)

Awesome news! how quickly Tommy is recovering. I'll join justjim in a happy dance for you.

what amazing news!!!

I am so happy for your entire family.
:o)

shiny.

Sounds like great news MrsLee - also sounds like you have a great and caring son there too (but then you already knew that :-) Have a happy, happy anniversary.

MrsLee wonderful news! Continued recovery at home for Tommy. Happy Anniversary to you!!

Another happy dance from me!! Best wishes to you all!

((((((MrsLee)))))) and all strength to Tommy! The things people get up to while dragoneers are away! And apologies for the lateness of this post.

We are home! I thought I would post a picture of the wonderful boy you have all been thinking of and praying for, he truly appreciates you all, as do I. :D



He is holding my new dragon (he got a HUGE teddy bear). The "red eye" function almost got rid of the nasty hematoma in his left eye, he would be so disappointed, he's rather proud of that and his stitches on the right side of his forehead. They don't show much in this photo, but I told Tommy that they look a bit like a tiger attacked him. I think they will not be very noticeable when they are healed though.

Tommy and his brother and sister are in the livingroom watching the Star Trek movie which came out this year. Think I'll go join them. I do look forward to getting back in the pub on a regular basis though. Love you all!

I could cry at the sight of that wonderful smile. What a blessing.

Tommy: You can dance with me any day! How do you feel about older women? Really older women?

Awww yay for Tommy & yay for MrsLee's busy life allowing her to visit the GD more soon :)

Welcome home!

That beautiful smile says it all and I love that dragon! Star Trek........your family has impeccable taste and you can always rely on a happy ending.

cool bananas :-D

Says it all, really. Must go, got something in my eye.

Oh, huzzah! Home at last! I'm so glad to hear it, MrsLee! (And how sweet of you to share a picture of Tommy. ^-^ He's a right handsome young man.)

*throws confetti about* What wonderful news to find today!

That is wonderful MrsLee;) welcome home Tommy!

Welcome home, Tommy! I can only begin to imagine how happy and relieved you must be to have him home finally! I hope his recovery continues to go well.

Tears here too at that amzing smile! Nothing I can say could improve this moment for you. xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx

Don't have the words. Have to go join justjim to get stuff out of my eyes. Must be the weather.

There's nothing I can add but WOOOOOO HOOOOO

*darn these allergies, sniff*

Same here.
:õ)
*massive hugs*

Wonderful! Wonderful! I am so happy for you and your family!

What a welcome sight, Mrs Lee - thank you for posting the picture of Tommy - and yes, the smile is amazing.

WOOOOOO-HOOOOO!!! Happies to you and high fives to Tommy!

So happy to hear and see he's home and doing well! I'm doing a mental happy dance for you as well :-)

ditto all the happies above.

WOOOOT! I'm so glad he's back home MrsLee! This is a truly amazing outcome to a horrible situation- thanks for letting us all be a part of it!

Must go find tissues...

*sends more love, healing thoughts, and prayers just for good measure*

Yay!!! I'm so glad Tommy's home in time for Thanksgiving, MrsLee!

Great news! I am so happy!

Lee, I'm so over-the-moon happy for you and Tommy and your family. Tommy's smile just says it all - wonderful!!

Words just can't seem to express...this something in the air must be contagious, yeah, gotta go get the tissues too...

I'm so pleased, what a great photo. Wonderful news.

There's nothing better than having a child return home for Thanksgiving! I am so happy for you and your family.

PS Tell him I love his moustache. (Yes, there is. Look closely.) I love 'staches. I was married to one for 34 years.

This is soooooo wonderful! It certainly sounds like a miracle!

*heart hugs*

Much love and support.
I'm so pleased you have made it so far so fast; good luck for the next few months lets hope everything keeps moving swiftly better and better
hugs to you and yours mrslee and congrats to tommy

Very nice to see the face that goes with the name.
Hi Tommy!

We all give thanks. . . now heal and get rested and live happily ever after!

With a friendly and handsome smile like that, he just HAS to be YOUR son! Glad he's home for Thanksgiving and on the mend!

That's amazing :) Im happy for both of you and your family.

This is truly great news, MrsLee. :)

What wonderful news Mrs Lee. I hope you and your family have a wonderful holiday together this week.

Thanks so much for sharing the pic of Tommy, MrsLee! You must be so happy to have him home.

Take care of yourself and have a wonderful Thanksgiving. You have something marvelous to be thankful for.

I'm so happy for you.
Sending all good wishes for a speedy recovery for Tommy.

This wonderful news, MrsLee! I'm delighted that Tommy's home for Thanksgiving. Have a wonderful holiday.

I'm so happy to hear this! Is it right to say congratulations? At any rate, have a wonderful Thanksgiving with all your family!

Chuir údar na teachtaireachta in eagar í, Samh 24, 2009, 3:24pm.

Happy Thanksgiving to you and your family, Mrs. Lee! Tommy looks great!

A Great Thanksgiving Day! I am so happy for you and your whole family! I am happy to be a part of this sweet on-line community and awed by the expressions of support and love you have received. We are all enriched.

Tommy's picture is very fine and it is such a joy to see him well on the way to recovery.

Have a wonderful day!

Thank you all, I don't think I could be more thankful today if I tried.

I woke up a 7:00 thinking of all the medical workers who helped my son and started praying for them and being thankful for them and the police, etc. It is such difficult work, but how thankful I am that some are willing to do it!

Blessings and thanks to all of the wonderful people here, a truly remarkable group of loving friends.

I'm so glad I stopped over here today. So happy to see your young man at home. Happy, happy Thanksgiving! :)

You have me in tears with your good news. It's wonderful to know you have Tommy back home with you and that he's on the mend.