Guest guest Posted July 29, 2004 Report Share Posted July 29, 2004 Teri, I am really glad to hear that the surgery went so well. Your son is so young to have to go through this... I'm sure that will be the most difficult part. He sounds like a wonderful young man, being so worried about you at a time like this. My thoughts and prayers continue to be with you all. I'll keep asking you to remember yourself, too. You need to take care of you in order to be able to take care of your son. Hugs, Jo Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted July 29, 2004 Report Share Posted July 29, 2004 Teri - Thanks so much for the update on your son. I hadn't realized that he was only 17....poor kid. You must be going nuts, kiddo. Again, please find a little pice of each day to put your feet up and take care of you....both for you and for him. You won't be doing yourself (or him) any good if you're worn out and used up. Take a breather, k? You're in my prayers. Barbarateriffic69 wrote: Everyone,Thank you all so much for you kind thoughts and prayers for my son....we definately need them. Surgery went well Tuesday night and now we are playing the waiting game. They are managing his pain well and at this point that is all they can do. They will unwrap him on Sunday and we will see if the graphs are taking. The plastic surgeon explained alot more to us yesterday and he assured us that because is young and healthy that he has wonderful chances as the younger you are the better and quicker you heal. He said that he got very good skin from the donor site on 's thigh and that he is confident that we should see good things on Sunday. I am praying that all is well as that would get us through stage one of a very long recovery.The doc explained that he will need extensive therapy after the healing process as he has lost so much use of his hand due to the extreme damage to his nerves and muscle in his wrist which is where the majority of the extreme burns are. The doc said that he will not know much more at this point until we get through this waiting and we can see what happens with the graphs and the healing. We are all just praying.As far as 's mental part, he is trying hard but finding it very difficult to deal with as any 17 year old active boy would. He seems to understand that he will disfigured and is "okay" about that, but I truly fear that once he sees his arm it might hit him much harder. He isn't doing well with being basically tied down to a bed...or the fact that he is not going to be his normal self for quite some time. He doesn't like the fact that he won't be driving or playing PS2 with his friends like he always. And bless his heart, he is worried how Mom will get to and from doc appointments and who will run all my errands. He has been taking care of so many things for me...bless his heart for thinking of me...I am so lucky!As far as taking care of myself while I am here....I am trying, but I will not lie that my pain extreme....not that I will ever let him know how bad it is. My only concern right now is taking care of my baby...I want him to get through this as easily as he can.Well I am heading back up to be with him...thought I would just drop an update since as usual I am up and headed outside to have a quick smoke while he is resting. I will continue to try to keep you updated.Thank you all once again for the prayers, and if you have a few extra now and then, I will be happy to take all prayers!With much love,Teri Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted July 29, 2004 Report Share Posted July 29, 2004 Teri I'm so very happy to hear that things are progressing alright for your son. True that it will be a long recovery but he sounds like a very strong person who will surpass any and all expectations that therapists and surgeons will place on him simply to be able to do the things that he loves most. Know that you are in my thoughts as well as your wife and son. Know also that with all the options available today he will get the best treatment available and will soon be on the road to recovery! Take care of yourself as much as you can, rest when you can and remember that unless you are feeling fairly well you cant give your 100% to your son. He sounds like a caring and bright boy and he will understand. With love Donna Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted July 29, 2004 Report Share Posted July 29, 2004 Teri, My thoughts and prayers for you and your family, son. Now just take care of yourself because you won't be able to care for your son if you don't take care of you. I found that out the hard way. prayers sent, Laurie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted August 4, 2004 Report Share Posted August 4, 2004 Teri just reading your update as on 7-29, wish had seen it earlier. I am wondering how he is doing now as thinking he had the bandages taken off. I know it is hard for him and of course Momma......always hard for parents to see their child hurt like this. I wish there was something could do to help ease this burden for you both but can offer to be here if care to write or want me to phone you which would love to do. Sometimes a call can help alot, hearing a voice makes big difference. I pray your sons hand does much better than expect. You just never know even when looks bad at first it still can heal very well just takes that awful thing called " time " which is a day feeling like a week. Well just wanted to let you know that your in my prayers as is your son and pray that your able to find Peace so that you may be able to rest some and hopefully not hurt as badly. Your being very strong as would expect of you just know you still need a shoulder or two to lean on and you have a whole digest willing to offer up a shoulder for you and do so gladly. Hugs my friend. s Momma JoAnn ----- Original Message ----- Update On My Son > He said that he got very good skin from > the donor site on 's thigh and that he is confident that > we should see good things on Sunday. > The doc explained that he will need extensive therapy after the > healing process as he has lost so much use of his hand due to the > extreme damage to his nerves and muscle in his wrist which is where > the majority of the extreme burns are. > . > > As far as 's mental part, he is trying hard but finding it > very difficult to deal with as any 17 year old active boy would. He > seems to understand that he will disfigured and is " okay " about that, > > With much love, > > Teri > > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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