no end to troubles - Alzheimer's Disease & Dementia Message Board

Martha H · 10-10-2008, 09:41 AM

Hi everyone,

After my Mother passed away I thought I was going to be free of medical problems for a while - well, it lasted almost 10 months. My daughter recently collided with another player while playing adult soccer .. and today the orthopedic surgeon set the date for her ACL surgery, October 21. It will be an outpatient procedure, but I plan to stay with her for a few days after the operation to help her with the kids (8 and 6) and the household, and allow her to get some rest.

You have all been such a help to me during my Moms long years of dementia - now I ask for your prayers once again for this new reason ...
Love,

Martha

mary09 · 10-10-2008, 09:46 AM

Dear Martha....
Of course you have my prayers......and hope your daughter will recover quickly. You are a wonderful mother and I'm sure she will be in great hands, and will be extremely well taken care of. God bless you, you have such a caring heart for your family....
Keep us posted how she is doing and you of course as well!!!
Love, Caroline xo

skimps46 · 10-10-2008, 10:47 AM

Of course, Martha. My prayers go with you.

I had ACL surgery (twice) 10 years ago. You are quite right that she will need help, as you really canNOT step down on that foot. But recovery was fast for me, and it will be for your daughter, too.

Sounds like she's an athlete, and in good shape. I pray for a snappy-fast recovery, and for you to totally enjoy those grandbabies! There are no coincidences, no chance happenings. Everything happens for a reason, and this might be your opportunity to just, as my pre-teen says, "kick it" - relax and enjoy the grandkids.

My prayers go with you and your daughter -
...lil' deb

Gabriel · 10-10-2008, 03:30 PM

Martha, you always have my prayers for yourself and now your daughter as well. I'm with Little Deb..... enjoy your grand children while you are there. I am sure you will be just what they need at this time..... and a great help to your daughter. Enjoy your time with her as well. In the mean time your daughter has my wishes for a speedy recovery and you have my wishes of a good visit with your family

Love, deb

quetzalmom · 10-10-2008, 05:57 PM

I wish her a speedy recovery. After surgery, physical therapy can work wonders. While I realize this sounds odd...enjoy taking care of someone you love when there is every reason to believe there will be a complete and perfect recovery.
With love,
Q