and be here when they brought her back to the room. The Dr. was able to do the surgery with a spinal and not put her to sleep. Dr. said she did beautiful in surgery. I was so afraid she would not make it through surgery. I know her days are numbered, but she is a real fighter. I brought my lap top , but I won't be on much for a while. I would appreciate your little prayers.

Oh my, this is terrible. I'm sending all my prayers for your Mum's speedy recovery and to give you the strength to cope with the extra demands placed upon you. hugs n blessings, Meganne

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Thank you all for your prayers. I wish could answer each. Mom is doing well. She is eating very well. but the critical period is not over. Wish I had more time. Keep the prayer coming. God hears all of them.

sorry to hear about your mother -hope she is well on the way to recovery-remember God never gives us more than we and He can manage
all my love and prayers for you bother
grummy

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by katydid 19 Nov 2008

I also feel the same way.

My thoughts and prayers are with you and your Mom. Hope she recovers well. Wow, 99 is a good age - she is certainly a fighter. *4U

Best of wishes for your mother.

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Oh, bless her heart. And how lucky you are to still have your mother with you. My mother passed 12 days before her 97th b'day. She had fallen a few years prior and had to have the surgery, and actually did well with that, but it was Alzheimer's that took her from us. So glad that you got to be there with her.

Just prayed for yo' mom and for you katydid. I do hope everything goes as well as the surgery. Just love on her and enjoy every day, story , and hugs. What a blessing.

Here dealing with an 85 yr old uncle who fell off a ladder and broke the left foot. He has fracture sores which have become infected and it does not look good for him.

My husbands 91 year old Graandfather fell the same day and broke his hip. We can pray for them together. He too is a real fighter and a blessing to us all. Keep us posted.

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by katydid 19 Nov 2008

So sorry you are going through this too!!

oh kay sorry to hear this are u still there in knoxville i am off of exit 317 if you need somewhere to stay ok

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by katydid 19 Nov 2008

You are so sweet. Between the hospital chair and my Mom's house has been rough. I surly did think about you knowing you were just down the road ,I40.

My prayers are with you

My prayers and warm wishes to you all. You are lucky to still have your mom, and she is lucky to have you and your sister. I'm sure she'll be up and around before you know it.

our prayers are with you take care of your self this is very important when you are so worried about somone else especially our mums who are sometimes our mentors but you need to keep your strength up to keep on top of everything all the cuties are sending love to you and your mum allow the angels to help you it may come in forms you are not aware of but accept it you will have your chance to repay the universe at another time but now it is your time to accept help, love and blessings

hope she hasn't too much pain and recovers !!but she must be very happy 'that you are with her!!****

I am so glad that she is a "fighter"! I will be praying for you all.

I will pray 4 u and your Mom. My mom live with me. I know how that feel. Drive safely & we United States has the best doctors, surgeons & medical equipments. They will take very good care of her. If you need any help, please let me know. I live just next to your state.

How lucky you are to still have your Mom!! I will be praying and sending healing thoughts her way, and yours. Glad she's a fighter, that will help so much. Bright blessings, my dear!! Marji

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by katydid 19 Nov 2008

thank you sweetie!!

Kathy, you and your family are in my thoughts. Be carfull.

Oh dear Katy, the magic word "she is a fighter" They will or should have her up today or tomorrow. Make sure they keep her turned at least every 2 hrs. Me I would do it every hr. She'll probably b walking again with support within the week, especially since they did not put her to sleep. Prayers r with u & her. sounds to me like u have an excellent surgeon. Wonder if Knoxville is where MM is having her test, I believe that would b the closest hosps. to her. If u can check.

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by katydid 19 Nov 2008

Lillian, I wish you were here to give the orders.I felt they took advantage of us because we were in her room with her.

Kay, you poor dear. I'm so sorry. It is so hard to see our mothers who have been strong and OUR caretakers go in the other direction..What a blessing to her you must be. I know you are tired, hopefully you will get to rest now. Prayers for strength. Love,Jerrilyn
P.S. remember map.google.com before you venture out too far.;)

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by katydid 19 Nov 2008

Mag google let me down. I40 is all messed up. My sister tried to tell me, but I thought she was exsagerating!!

Katy, enjoy this time with her, talk to her and tell her how much you love her...even if she is sleeping. God will wath over you and keep you in his loving arms as HE has me this past week. Know that you are loved:)

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by katydid 19 Nov 2008

Thank you sweetie!!

Poor baby, so sorry to hear about your mom. I know my mom was an R.N. while alive and she used to say it was hard to tell which happened first, the fall or the break. Those poor old bones sometimes just let go. A dear friend of mine stood up, had a stroke and BAM hit the floor hard. She's only 83, so bless your mom's heart. Be sure you get some rest before you try to drive very far, you can't help your mom if you're in the bed next to her! Best wishes for a speedy recovery and a long bright future.

Wow!!! Katy, your Mum has reached a lovely age, and here's hoping that she has a speedy recovery, the dear Lady!!

what a blessing to have a daughter such as you to have watch over her...I pray she has a quick recovery...

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by katydid 17 Nov 2008

She is sleeping now.

Kay, dear one - what a trouper she is - isn't she - I know why you are worried and know that all you can do is be there - while you can - help calm her and let her know that you all are with her - more than anything she needs to know that you love her and that you will be there for her and allow her to let you know what she needs to assist her. My prayers for you and your family for acceptance of God's will for her. Unconditional Love, Shirlene

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by katydid 17 Nov 2008

going to be a long night!!!

by shirlener88 17 Nov 2008

Kay, by now the night is over - hope you stop by and let us know how the two of you are.

I'm trying so hard to stay awake. Every 2 hrs, her pain shot wares of and she starts thrashing around and I'm afraid she will pull everything loose. When she is at her home, my sister has caretaker all night with her.

Kay, I wish your Mother all the best in recovery. It was lovely that you could be by her side upon her return to her room after surgery.
You are in my thoughts and prayers....

My prayers go to you and your mom

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by katydid 17 Nov 2008

Thanks!!

Katy I will pray for your mom to have a speedy recovery. I will pray for you that you will know what to do once she leaves the hospital. Keep us posted. Angie

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by katydid 17 Nov 2008

I all goes well tonight, They plan to have her up and walk a little tomorrow.

We are thinking about you and your Mum.. Happy she made it though surgery!!!!

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by katydid 17 Nov 2008

Thanks!

my prayers re with you and your mother...it is scary when they get to her age...I am glad she is a fighter.

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by katydid 17 Nov 2008

Have you sold any more toilet paper designs.

Katy, you and your family will be in my prayers.

Oh, I know how worried you must be! So sorry to hear this - Prayers going up for you and your Mom!

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by katydid 17 Nov 2008

Thanks.

by katydid 17 Nov 2008

Thanks.

you are so blessed to still have your mom... she must have done something right to have such a great long life... my mom is 93 and still going strong... I guess that is all good genes.. strong constitution as my mom says.. give her kisses.. kathy

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by katydid 17 Nov 2008

My Mon was quite active until age 95. She fell and messed up some ribs. Ever since then her had gradually gone down hill.

Oh Kay my prayers are with your Mom, you and your family! God bless her 99 and still giving 'em a run for their money, bless her heart! Take care and don't worry too much. Tell your Mom I say get well soon xoxox*

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by katydid 17 Nov 2008

Charlene, on my way up here, I was thinking that she would never come home, but now I am hopeful. my sister was up all night and she is asleep. I'm afraid if i go to sleep she Will pull her catheter out and all the wires on her chest and try to get up. I would have felt better if she had been placed in intensive care. After I drove all day, I am very tired. I came across the mountain I 40 with the afternoon sun in my eyes and wall to wall truckers, then I got lost here in Knoxville. Probably been 20 years since I have been to this hospital.