Here's a blog with updates on how Kelley Anne is doing after her unfortunate accident. We'll keep you posted on how she's doing, and ways you can help her speedy recovery. If you'd like to send her a message, please post a comment in the Forum for Expressions. Thanks!
To hear about Kelley Anne's progress (updated frequently), follow this post's thread by clicking on the comments link right below. Scroll down the page for the latest update.
posted by Paul Erskine @ Monday, January 03, 2005
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58 Comments:
Kelley Anne went into surgery at 3pm PST on Tuesday, Nov 23. They worked on her left ankle and opened her left arm again to view it's progress. They were pleased with the left arm so they did a skin graph from her left thigh to her left arm. Surgery lasted about 4 hours. She is recovering nicely, and is scheduled for surgery again on Friday to put a plate in her broken hip. This is a very complicated surgery. I miss you Kelley Anne - speedy recovery! -Dawn
11/20/04 2:00pm PST
Kelley Anne is scheduled for surgery today on her left hip and broken pelvis.
11-30-04 Tuesday
Kelley Anne came out of her 3 hour hip surgery yesterday with great results. They put a plate in her hip 4 inches long. She is recovering nicely.
I cannot think of a nicer person than Kelley Anne. I will pray for a speedy recovery. My thoughts are with you and your family. 12-4-04 Anne Matchette
I just want to thank Steven for keeping us updated.
We are thinking about you Kelly Anne
Scott & Judi Johnson
HI KELLEY ANNE
WE JUST TALKED TO JAMES ON SUNDAY AND HE TOLD US ABOUT WHAT HAPPENED TO YOU.WE HOPE FOR YOUR SPEEDY RECOVERY AND ALL GOES WELL YOUR NEIGHBORS UP AT THE END OF THE STREET. MIKE & CAMI NICHOLS
Tuesday, December 7
A glorious day!
Kelly Vic and I visit tonight and she is keeping converstion with us.
Kelley Anne understands she is in a hospital and knows she was in a car accident. She finds humor in the fact that the car she hated -THE VOLVO- is the car that saved her life. She laughs. She is also glad no one else was hurt. She doesn't remember any of it.
She asks several questions about everyone, wants to know what is going on and what she has missed while she has slept. She lets us know she is hungry and thirsty. Kelley Anne says, "I would ask Syliva (nurse)for a cup of tea, but I know she won't give me one". "I haven't eaten in three weeks, I am so hungry!" She inquires if there are any scars on her face. She keeps wanting to sit up, but of course she can't. She has her sense of humor about her and has this cute little laugh which is so good to hear. She asks us not to leave, but later gives us permission to leave as she grows tired quickly.
It is good to know Kelley Anne is working her way back to us. We take great comfort in our visit as we know our friend is alert, talkative and funny...and alive!
We love you Kelley Anne! And miss you terribly.
-Dawn Carney
Yeah KelleyAnne,
I am so impessed to hear of your progress! I can hardly wait to come see you! Ask me for a Pepsi and I can promise you'll have one as fast as I can get it to you! Girl, I want you to know that I'm thinking of you and your family. Can you feel the love? I'm sending you the love! Embrace it! It's yours! I love you,
Sally
Hi KellyAnne!
I haven't seen you in years... we worked together in OAK and you were a buddy when I had no clue what to do in the ramp :-)
John told me about the accident. I am praying for your fast recovery and hoping when you feel up to reading, you we will remember me. I have been following your progress. I looks like you have wonderful friends and a wonderful family behind you and that will pull you thru it. Sending you tons of positive thoughts your way.
Lisa Brighina
Kelley Anne!
I've been praying for your healing. Although I know this is just the beginning, I'm so happy for you, and your family that things are progressing positively!
Show'em how tough colorguard girls can be! :)
Best regards and get well soon,
Deana Williams
You're in our thoughts and prayers, Kelley Anne. We're glad to see the progress that have been making.
Rob & Deedy Brown
My thoughts and prayers are with you Kelley Anne.
It's great to see you recovering fast.
Blue Devil color guard women are the tuffest fighters on the planet. I'm glad Dawn Carney and your family are there with you daily. Take care and hope to see ya soon...doug "pooh bear" kenyon
Ok Steven we are all waiting anxiously. Please let us know soon. I hope everything is going great. Many prayers are being said for Kelley Anne. James, be strong as we are praying for you to. You are both blessed with many loved ones. I am glad to be a part of your circle. Pam
Dear Kelly Anne;
Here's wishing you a speedy recovery.
We didn't march together, as you aged out the year before I joined BD...but Connie may remember me (assuming she doesn't run screaming from the memory).
Get well...if BD ever decides to form an alumni corps, I'd be honored to march beside you.
Sam Signorelli
Soprano, 1984 BD
Hi Kell! Like many who have written to you, I haven't seen you for many years, but marched with you in '81-'82. You are my "name-sake"...Kelley, (in the snareline)...ya gotta remember that hideous laugh! I am SO praying for you! I remeber the infamous part in "Pegusas"..."bling...Kelley Anne"...it really did help with that halt in the show! You are a strong woman and just know you are loved!
Dear Kelley Anne,
John Hester told me what happened. I,too, will put you in my daily prayers. I see Kelley H. also wrote so know your old BD alums living here in Sacramento will all be pulling for you! Much love to you and your family,
Elizabeth Maes, husband Harris Taylor and son Edgar Maes Taylor
Hey Kelley Anne,
I can't begin to say how much You are an amazing person. Many thanks to Steven for keepin all who love you so well informed of your progress. I have not been able to come see you because I felt like I was getting a cold and would not EVER RISK bringing any bugs to you. I am very grateful for this website that keeps me informed of your amazing progress. Keep it up!!! I look forward to seeing you real soon. We love you Kelley Anne, and the prayers for your speedy recovery just keep on coming.
Sincerely,
Lisa & Gary
Sunday, December 13
Recovering from Back Surgery...
I visited with Kelley Anne today. She is in a great deal of pain. The doctors have increased her morphine level to help subside the pain. I sat at her bedside while she rested, holding her hand and getting the updates from the nurses. She remains in ICU.
She is being fitted for a custom back brace which will probably take another day or two. From what I understand, it basically is like a tortoise shell - fits snugly and clamps on two sides. This will support her back and allow her to sit up. Possibly even get out of bed and sit in a chair. Kelley Anne is alert but is in need of much rest to help her body recover from this last surgery.
Please keep the thoughts, letters and cards coming. She is to the point where she is really going to need the support. She is getting very anxious and just wants to go home. We all want the same thing - in time. Rest easy Kelley Anne!
-Dawn on behalf of Steven
Hi Kelley,
If anyone can pull through this, it is you. I can only wish the best for you, and hope for a speedy recovery!
Rich Kleinman and Family.
Many prayer lines have been established for your total recovery. After seeing the picture of the car, it is obvious God has future plans for you. Blue Devil color guard girls are tough no matter what, right? The entire Blue Devils Booster Club (Devil's Pride) send you their love and prayers. You are a very special person to us all. Love and kisses - Sonja Williams
Hi Kelley Anne,
This is Dena (Terry & Cindy Ornelas younger daughter). I was so shocked to hear about your accident and very sad too. But to hear now how well you are recovering and to hear how strong you are makes me so happy! You are such a special person that is noticed by so many people. My best friend Kristi got into the same type of accident while we were in high school and after 3-months recovered perfect. Like you will too. We love you and are thinking about you all the time. Take care, and continue to be as strong as you can be. With Love,
Dena & husband Rich
Dec. 14
Lovely Kelley Anne,
After reading my daughters post to you I knew it was time to write to you also. Kelley Anne we have lost contact with you for a few years but have thought of you often and when we heard about your accident made us feel so sad that we have not seen you. Kelley Anne, you are such a special gift to all of your friends and family and we all know that it will be a short time before your lovely smile, laugh and presence are back with us all. We think of you daily and send all of our prayers and best wishes.
Cindy and Terry Ornelas
Tuesday, December 14- from Dad
Dear Friends and Family,
At 8:30pm tonight, Kelley Anne got her own room in Orthopedics, and began the move out of ICU, exactly one month after arrival. Janet and I went by at 1:45 this afternoon, and Pudge said, "I'm moving." It didn't register til the nurses told us that she was, as soon as a room in Ortho became available. Tonight, when James, Steven, Janet, Amelia Ann and I arrived at 8:00pm, she was in great spirits, and still on painkillers, was funny to a fault. She was under the impression that the move was from Martinez to "closer to Walnut Creek", asked Mama to bring Alex, her cat, and asked if we wanted a cup of coffee. When I told her I had one, she asked if I'd like another. (Alex lives with us.) The staff were in hysterics, and said she had been hilarious all day. The morphine had finally caught up with the pain. We left her room at 8:35 so she could sit up for awhile, but Mama returned to ask the staff something, and just at that moment, the call came that her room had become available in Ortho, and they were arranging a bed for James to stay in her room with her. James was not expecting it so soon, had not had dinner, but dropped everything to help make the move for Pudge. He was going out for a bite at midnight after Pudge was settled in and comfortable, and return. We rushed home to start the phone calls before it got too late. Steven had already left, and Boo had class, so Janet called Dawn, Diana, Boo, Sherry, and Suds. Of course, all of us are walking 3 feet above the ground. All the prayer circles, candles, cards, and well-wishes worked beyond our wildest imagination.
From Nov. 16th, the progression in Pudge's improvement has been steady, with NO setbacks, and our love and appreciation to a fabulous staff of surgeons and specialists, and the greatest staff of nurses, techs, volunteers, and priceless friends. knows no bounds. We are humbled, and helpless, to express our profound thanks to everyone.
God Bless!
Janet, Bill, James, Steven, Chris, Carolyn, Constance, Amelia Ann, but most of all, Kelley Anne.
Thursday, December 16
VISTING TIME LIMITED BY DOCTORS ORDERS
All,
Dr. Colligan has requested the Kelley Anne receive NO visitors until after 4pm on a daily basis. Kelley Anne has begun her physical therapy and needs to rest and recover from p.t. sessions.
Thank you for adhering to the Doctors Orders. We will keep you posted when this restraint lifts.
-Dawn
Kelley Anne,
May God continue to bless you and your family. Our prayers and thoughts are still with you daily. I love you and will continue to pray for your speedy recovery.
Sally,David and Samuel
Dear Kelly-Ann, I thank God for the miracle in you. I have read all the updates on your recovery and to say that you are one of a kind is to small a statement. I am amazed at how you were concerned for others pain at a time when that is all you have. I thank the good Lord for being part of your family. It is an honor to call you my sister-in-law. I love you and pray for your speedy recoverery to continue. Kelly-Ann I am in massage therapy school at Bryman so I will be able to offer you my services when ever you want. That will be my gift of love and helping aid in your recovery. God Bless all of you who are there for her and James. We have all become family through this. Bless you James for your undying love, strength, and your sense of humor. Hope to come and visit you soon! Love Renee Butler
Merry Christmas to all! I know some say what ???? It's not a too happy time. Well my new found friends and family it most certainly is. We still have our beloved Kelley-Anne with us. She is not only making leaps and bounds in her recovery she is recovering her sense of humor also. This time of your is a celebration of the Lords birth but it is a time to celebrate the rebirth of Kelley-Anne back to us. God gave us the ultimate gift(his Son) and he also gave us the gift of Kelley-Anne. The accident may have broke bones but nothing can break that wonderful spirit she has. The other gift that God gave Kelley-Anne was James. His constant strength,his presence, his love and most of all his infamous smile. That is the picture that she needs to see every time she wakes up. once again thank-you to all who also work so hard to keep us updated and to be there for each other. Words are actually to simple to express the feelings I have for all of you. God Bless you all and keep you all safe. Planning on seeing you all at the benefit Jan.23. Love to you James, momand dad. Renee Butler
I believe that this is a very Merry Christmas for having Kelley Anne still with us. Everyday reading your progress has made me overjoyed. I understand that some days are probabley harder than others but you have proven to yourself and all of us how strong and brave you are. You, Kelley Anne have a happy Christmas for a celebration to know how special you really are.
With so much thought and love,
Dena (Terry & Cindy Ornelas's youngest daughter)
and husband
My dear Kelley-Anne, Hearing that you cried the words that you were lonely and hurt also brought feelings of pain in me for you. I do want to tell you that when the times come and you are in pain and no one is there know that you are being watched over by angels and that the Lord carries you and holds you when you hurt he also is there when you are lonely and he wraps you in a love that no one else could ever give (although James comes close) It is easier for me to say all of this to you because I am not going through what you are but I do know from recent pain myself that even with all the family and loved ones I still couldn't have made it without him. It may be hard for you to believe it but the worst is over. The accident was the worst and now it is all uphill from here. Also know that we are with you every step of the way and I would take your pain for you for awhile to give you comfort. Christmas has come and gone but the spirit of Christmas should live through us all everyday and there for you will celebrate it with us no matter the date. Chin up pretty lady for you are indeed a special creation to us as well as God and remember he has given his angels charge over you. God Bless you Kelley-Anne. Love your sister-in-law Renee
Kelley Anne,
I have come by to see you many times both in ICU and ortho. The day you were transfered to ortho and you looked at me and said "Mari Serena, what are you doing here?" I went back down to the 3rd floor where I work with the biggest smile on my face. Everyone is praying for you and wishing you a quick recovery. You are such a strong person. I have been inspired by you. We have been friends for close to 30 years if you can believe that. I look forward to sharing good times with you for the next 30. God bless. Mari (Serena) Tippit
KelleyAnne and James,
We are still thinking of you and praying for you and your family.
Love, Sally, David and Sam
Dear Kelley Anne (Bling),
I haven't talked to you in years but think of you and other BD members often. I had not heard about your accident and was shocked. You hang in there, I will be thinking of you and will include you in my prayers. It sounds like you have a wonderful family around you to give support. I look forward to the time that you can be the one to send an e-mail.
Sending my prayers and love, Tracy McDonald Tinsley
Kelley Anne,
Even though I do not know you, I feel a special sympathy and bond with you. I have been involved in drum Corps for over 30 years as a member, instructor, director, volunteer, and fan. On May 4, 2004, I was involved in any serious motorcycle accident and suffered a traumatic brain injury. I was in a coma for almost a month and was given a 5% chance of survival. How is in the hospital for three months and still disabled and unable to work. However, thanks to the support and prayers of many, many family, friends, and strangers, I'm very thankful to be alive and on long road to recovery. I truly feel your pain! You too seem to have a tremendous support network. This serving you well during your journey to a full recovery from
Kelley Anne,
Even though I do not know you, I feel a special sympathy and bond with you. I have been involved in drum Corps for over 30 years as a member, instructor, director, volunteer, and fan. On May 4, 2004, I was involved in any serious motorcycle accident and suffered a traumatic brain injury. I was in a coma for almost a month and was given a 5% chance of survival. How is in the hospital for three months and still disabled and unable to work. However, thanks to the support and prayers of many, many family, friends, and strangers, I'm very thankful to be alive and on long road to recovery. I truly feel your pain! You too seem to have a tremendous support network. This serving you well during your journey to a full recovery from your terrible accident. I want to add my best wishes, my prayers, and my positive thoughts to aid you doing
Kelley Anne,
Even though I do not know you, I feel a special sympathy and bond with you. I have been involved in drum Corps for over 30 years as a member, instructor, director, volunteer, and fan. On May 4, 2004, I was involved in any serious motorcycle accident and suffered a traumatic brain injury. I was in a coma for almost a month and was given a 5% chance of survival. I was in the hospital for three months and am still disabled and unable to work. However, thanks to the support and prayers of many, many family, friends, and strangers, I'm very thankful to be alive and on the long road to recovery. I truly feel your pain! You too seem to have a tremendous support network. This serving you well during your journey to a full recovery from your terrible accident. I want to add my best wishes, my prayers, and my positive thoughts to aid you on the long road ahead.
Here's to your continued progress,
Michael D. Terry.
Woodstock, Georgia
Kelley-Anne still continues to amaze us all with her concern and careing naturefor others when she is indeed the one in pain. Even though her mind is attacking the invasions on her body her spirit is for ever thankful for all that is being done to make her whole again. You all know in her heart there are no spaces left for anything for it is filled with love for you all who are supporting her physically and emotionally.
Stephen you said she wanted the camera (the pillow) off her bed, just be thankful she didn't think it was a marshmellow and try to eat it.
We know that Kelley-Anne is getting the best of care for all her situations but you angel who are always around keep an eye on James. He has been pulled from all sides and not only needs prayer but support in all things also.
Bruce and I are looking forward to helping with the Butler house when we come and to meeting all of you so we can draw strength from each other and continue in our goal of helping Kelley-Anne become who she was before this happened. God Bless you all! Renee Butler
Kelly Anne
It has been over 20 years since I've seen your face. But, it is one that is indelibly etched into my memory. When I saw the link about your accident on the BD web-site, I was in shock. All of the memories of our wonderful times together came flooding back. (remember icing?) You were such a fun-loving, beautiful girl at that time, and I'm sure you have grown into a strong and lovely woman. I know you can get through this!
I wish you a full and speedy recovery! I will check back here often to monitor your progess.
Get well Bling,
Don Bullock
bull1017@bellsouth.net
Kelley Anne...After seeing you yesterday I was amazed with your progress...you were totally your old self,you mentioned I hadn't been to visit you in a while, you were right it had been a few days, Kelley is alot more faithful visiting nearly every day about 4pm...He told you yesterday if your bored call him during the day at work...he has told me,I miss talking to Kelley Anne ,it was an every day thing, she would call me at work just to say ,Damn were at work and were not out camping. As for all the family and friends who are not able to visit, I for one can say she is doing really well...Love To All... Diane V.
1/12/04
Dear Kelley Anne:
I was just on BD's web site and learned of your accident. We have not seen each other in over 20 years so I hope you remember me, I have many memories of marching together in BD 1980-1982. I especially remember in Pegasus...bling...Kelley Ann
God created a remarkable person when he created you. He must have lots of plans for you in the future given the amazing recovery you have made in such a short time.
I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers daily.
Thank you to your family and friends for keeping us updated on your progess.
Your BD Color Guard friend...
Gayle Selinsky (Katz)---Fox River Grove, IL
im a cousin of james
i hope and pray for the recovery of kelly anne as does my mom and dad
Allen, Marg, and Clay Jerke
KelleyAnne,
Kelly and Shelby stopped by to see you earlier this evening with Joel, Shelby thinks you look wonderful...I spent most of the night with you and you seemed to like the company...I'm looking forward to next time...Love You Lots Diane
Dear Kelley-Anne, I am so sorry I haven't written to you in awhile but I had so much going on with school. It has been so long for me and I needed to dust away the cob webs and start the old learning process. I found that when things got really over whelming and I just wanted to give up I came to the web site and read your progress reports and drew my strength through you. You are so amazing in all you do and I was ashamed at my complaints in my lack. You are a god sent inspiration to us all. We are all learning through you what we have forgotten, That we can overcome most anything when we are surrounded by the love of family,friends and even strangers who pass us by chance.And sometimes it takes something really earth shaking to remind us of what is truly important in this life, and Kelley-Anne you are truly very important to us all. We love you dearly.
Your friends are one of a kind and the ones we would all pray to have in our lives. Your family is the real meaning of family love, when you who was strong became weak then the family became strong. There is a healer in us all, it just comes in different kinds and sizes. When God created family and friends he had you all in mind. I thank him for the hospital that you are in for it sounds to be the answer that you need to your situation. We thank them all for the extra step that they take for you.
Kelly-Anne I am so looking forward to coming to see you and to be a servant to the cause in your recovery and in the restoring of your home. When ever you may doubt yourself in any way just look around you and read the letters on your web site and you will discover who you really are by the impact you made on all us. I pray peace, comfort and rest for you my precious sister-inlaw.
Renee Butler
Have been keeping up with your progress and the love of all those surrounding you.
So thankful to have Steven keep all of us informed.
Love Aunt Bobbie
Kelley Anne,
You are so amazing! And tough! But of course, we already knew that. News of your accident has arrived in Seattle...what an amazing blessing your recovery is. My thoughts and best hopes are with you.
Lisa Calvert
Kelley Anne,
I just heard of the accident. You are such a strong woman that you'll be out of that hospital in no time. What a survivor you are!!!
Just want you to know that you and your entire family are in our thoughts and prayers. We'll send good vibes your way.
Hope to see you at the BD drum corps show this summer!
Carrie (Hesseltine) Lowenson
Hello to all,
I miss you all so much, it's so nice to read the update each night and know whats going on. I miss Kelley Anne so much, I talk about her so much at work, I almost feel like she's one of OUR patients. She is loved by so many. I had a great visit with her and feel better after seeing her with my own eyes. Katelyn is still very sad about her aunt Kelley Anne (The YES girl). she really wanted to stay at her bedside and be her personal assistant, I don't think Kelley Anne would mind. Thanks to all for the updates and great messages, please kiss my girl for all of us sooooooooo far away. Love and Kisses. The Vancouver bunch. Connie, Curtis, Katie and Nick. xoxoxoxoxoxox
Wow Kelley Anne!
Another mountain has been moved, and you keep pushing through them all. Cindy and I read your progress daily, and are uplifted with every word we read. Thanks so much to everyone who has written with your progress, as we on the outside, feel as if we are with you every step of the way. To be out in spring is so spectacular, and every one us is soooooo proud of you! Bling.... Kelley Anne!(Still sound special doesn't it!) You Go Girl!
John and Cindy Hester (Rosenfelder)
Hi Kelley Anne.
You know, it's amazing how shaving your armpits can put a whole new spin on the day!!! We are thrilled and ecstatic to hear of your progress! We've been pulling for you and praying for you. I'll bet seeing the first signs of spring outside your window are just amazing. But not as amazing as you! Keep it up! You'll be home in no time at all!!! James - God bless you. We look forward to to the time we can come down and see you both.
Love and God Bless! Don Andrea Kali & Cameron
Dear Kelly-Anne, I now have a new outlook on shaving. I always thought it was such a pain but realizeing the joy it brought you made me once again rethink how much I take for granted in life.
You have always been an amazing lady so why wouldn't you be now. I thought maybe you had deceided to go for the european look but a girls got to do what a girls got to do so off with the hair so to speak.
Moving all of the mountains that tried to get in your way lets us all know that when our mountains come we'll just call Kelly-Anne to help move ours. Just kidding, for your battles are almost over and I think some of ours may be begining. Knowing that you won't need us as much is sad in a way but fantastic in other ways.
Pudge,( if I may have the honor of calling you that) you have been surronded by more love and support than most dream of. You have leaped buildings with a single bound, wait wrong super hero........ you have come through so much and I know you have learned the most important lesson in this all."For all the times you gave unselfishly,held someones hand when they were frightened or just stood strong for them" it didn't go unnoticed and it was never forgotten. When you give so much to others just know it will be returned in double fold and in my eyes you are a hero.
People don't tell each other enough how important they are and most of all how much we love them, I love you kelly-Anne and I admire your strength,courage and your way of making others laugh even when you were hurting. God bless you now and forever.
Also know that from all of this you have created an enormous circle of friends who became family in this time.
You have been walking for a while(so to speak) and it is now time to run, you have past that last big hurdle. I can't wait to see you and be of some kind of help to you, oh of course you to James lol. Your friend first and sister-in-law second. Renee
Kelley Anne...Kelly and Shelby stopped in to see you this afternoon, Kelly says you are looking wonderful. Keep up the good work. See you tomorrow. Love you...Diane
Hi KelleyAnne,
I'm so thrilled to hear of your amazing progress.As soon as I get the word that its ok to visit you, I will be on my way! Keep up the good work!
Huge thanks to your family for the postings of your progress.
Love you,
Sally (Larkins)
Kelley Anne,
How wonderful is Dawn, she took Brian to see you this past Sunday,along with Shelby. Brian loved seeing you for the first time in a long while. I also heard your face lit up when you saw him. The following afternoon Kelly and I arrived to see you, we had the most WONDERFUL visit with you, besides seeing you up and moving about, we had three hours of really positve conversation (not to mention you did most of the talking)but it was so GREAT... We Love You So Much... Kelly, Diane, Shelby, Brian, Pippin & Oreo
Hi Kell! I wrote a short message some time ago and just wanted to let you know how much I'm still praying for you! The other day I was watching some "old" video footage of us when we marched in '82...there you were in all your glory twirling away and you had a smile on your face! (It was during a practice run-through, I might add!) I always remember seeing you with a smile! I hope to visit with you sometime and remember, girlfriend, your stuck with the official "blingKA" title! Stay strong and courageous...Kelley Marie (Houpt)
Feb. 12 2005
Joel, Aaron and I (Eyreka) went to see Kelley Anne today! It was the second time I have seen her since all of this. She looks so good and is talking up a storm. She is so ready to get home you can feel it all around her. The front desk said we could only stay 15 mins but we made that longer. When we came in Kelley Anne was eating and had the TV on. She told us a lot about what her ankle, arm, jaw, etc... Nevertheless, seemed to be ok with it all. She mostly talked about the 23rd and getting home. She also thanked me for the hair stuff I gave her, and said that she makes the people us it on her hair. I was glade to know that she is using it. Aaron and I had to leave around 3:15 because I had to be to work at 5:00 and almost didn't make it. But it was so good to see Kelley Anne like her self again. She has made it. And nothing will stop her now. Joel didn't get home until around eight or nine. Staying all day with Kelley Anne. Overall, she is doing great!!!!! Can’t wait to read that she is home again.
Lots of Love~
Eyreka & Aaron and every one!
Kelley Anne and James,
I just wanted to let the two of you know that you have been in my families thoughts and prayers since your accident. I myself have never had the opportunity to meet Kelley Anne, however I know that cousin James is a wonderful guy. I hope that one day I will have a chance to meet the amazing Kelley Anne, it seems that you have an outstanding group of friends and family for support. I am so glad to hear that you are home. We love you very much and I think of you everyday. God Bless you and James. Take Care and we will see you soon.
Love
Sara, Tim, Joshua, Justyne & Jananye Hammond (Cousing of James)
Kelley Anne is really back up to speed now, and she and James are having a great time returning to a normal life. Two weeks ago, they spent the week at North Lake Tahoe in a cabin timeshare courtesy of a friend from Alameda. She has been released from supervised theraphy and all the staff are very impressed with her progress. They agreed there was nothing left to teach that she can't, and does, do herself. She is driving her 98 Mustang again, but is anxious that Jimbo get a replacement for his Wagon. They are enroute to Peurto Vallarta tomorrow morning for another timeshare from the same friend in Alameda. It is dependent on space on the UAL flight. They were scheduled for today, but the flight was sold out. They spent yesterday, and last night, in San Francisco on the annual Christmas sojourn to the city with Diane, Kelly, John, Maryann, Dawn, and Frank in from Iowa. We get to take care of J.J., Rosa, and Bella, the three kittens, which is fun. Mom and Dad C.
Kelley Anne is really back up to speed now, and she and James are having a great time returning to a normal life. Two weeks ago, they spent the week at North Lake Tahoe in a cabin timeshare courtesy of a friend from Alameda. She has been released from supervised theraphy and all the staff are very impressed with her progress. They agreed there was nothing left to teach that she can't, and does, do herself. She is driving her 98 Mustang again, but is anxious that Jimbo get a replacement for his Wagon. They are enroute to Peurto Vallarta tomorrow morning for another timeshare from the same friend in Alameda. It is dependent on space on the UAL flight. They were scheduled for today, but the flight was sold out. They spent yesterday, and last night, in San Francisco on the annual Christmas sojourn to the city with Diane, Kelly, John, Maryann, Dawn, and Frank in from Iowa. We get to take care of J.J., Rosa, and Bella, the three kittens, which is fun. Mom and Dad C.
Friday, Dec.29.2006
This morning at 5:30 am, Kelley Anne checked into John Muir Hospital for scheduled surgery to remove the spinal rods and screws placed by Dr. Chin in 2005 to stabilize her lower spine. Surgery only took 1 1/2 hours, and Dr. Chin reports she is in excellent health. She was in her room on 5 WEST by 1:00 pm, and at 5:00pm, Christine had her out of bed and walking. We were there again at 8:00pm, and James again took her for a second walk after she finished Dinner. She looks great, and pain is well controlled. James is spending the night with her tonight. DR. Chin scheduled her for 5 days in the hospital ,or until the drain is clear. She does not require a back brace or any other appliance, and will have excellent mobility.
Janet, Bill, and Amelia Ann
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