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  • Jun 7, 2009, 10:07 AM
    Unknown008

    Thanks NM and Starty.

    Glad that your son made it Stringer! I liked your post. Starby, yes, fight, even if you get mad or angry... but stay with us!
  • Jun 7, 2009, 11:02 AM
    startover22
    Stringer, thanks for letting us in on one of your many life stories... life changing stories for that matter. I would see his scar as being beautiful too! I agree on wanting Starbs to fight... get the strength in her to beat this! I wish and hope it can be that simple!
  • Jun 7, 2009, 11:05 AM
    Stringer
    Quote:

    Originally Posted by startover22 View Post
    Stringer, thanks for letting us in on one of your many life stories...life changing stories for that matter. I would see his scar as being beautiful too! I agree on wanting Starbs to fight....get the strength in her to beat this! I wish and hope it can be that simple!

    I talk a lot don't I Start?

    Thanks hon, every time I get the chance I tell him that he is loved so much and he gets a hug from his Dad... Michelle, my daughter does to, (she has MS) I think she likes them a bit better though... :D:rolleyes:
  • Jun 7, 2009, 11:06 AM
    bizygurl

    Hi Starby. I don't know you.. but I'm so sorry to hear about your accident, sweetie! Hope you feel better and have a speedy recovery. Ill keep you in my prayers and best wishes.
    -Hannah:)
  • Jun 7, 2009, 11:08 AM
    Unknown008

    Thanks Hannah! :)
  • Jun 7, 2009, 11:15 AM
    Alty

    Stringer, thank you so much for sharing the story of your son. You see, miracles do happen, we just have to believe.

    It's hard to hope when everyone says there is no hope, it's hard to hang on when everyone says let go. I don't want to believe this is the end for Starby. I don't want to believe that she won't be with us any more. My head has accepted that this will probably be the end, but my heart isn't ready to let go. I don't think any of us are ready for that. We all love her so much.

    Miracles can happen. I know they can. That's what we have to hang on to.

    Starby, we all love you. Fight, beat this, do not give up! I know your body is weak, but you aren't. Do not give up! We need you here. We need our ducky, our Starby, our light. Do not give up!
  • Jun 7, 2009, 11:25 AM
    Stringer
    Quote:

    Originally Posted by Altenweg View Post
    Stringer, thank you so much for sharing the story of your son. You see, miracles do happen, we just have to believe.

    It's hard to hope when everyone says there is no hope, it's hard to hang on when everyone says let go. I don't want to believe this is the end for Starby. I don't want to believe that she won't be with us any more. My head has accepted that this will probably be the end, but my heart isn't ready to let go. I don't think any of us are ready for that. We all love her so much.

    Miracles can happen. I know they can. That's what we have to hang on to.

    Starby, we all love you. Fight, beat this, do not give up! I know your body is weak, but you aren't. Do not give up! We need you here. We need our ducky, our Starby, our light. Do not give up!

    We are of the same mind Alty... thanks. :)
  • Jun 7, 2009, 11:27 AM
    Alty
    Quote:

    Originally Posted by Stringer View Post
    We are of the same mind Alty...thanks. :)

    Love you tons Stringer dear. What would we do without our Sheriff?

    We still have to catch that duck, so she better get well, come back to us. I need that last tail feather for a project, it's top secret. ;)
  • Jun 7, 2009, 11:30 AM
    Stringer
    Quote:

    Originally Posted by Altenweg View Post
    Love you tons Stringer dear. What would we do without our Sheriff?

    We still have to catch that duck, so she better get well, come back to us. I need that last tail feather for a project, it's top secret. ;)

    Ha ha... maybe you should include that when you send your letter to her..
  • Jun 7, 2009, 11:32 AM
    Alty
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    Originally Posted by Stringer View Post
    Ha ha...maybe you should include that when you send your letter to her....?

    It would definitely get a laugh out of her, but confused looks from her family. I don't want them to think I'm crazy, it's bad enough you all know I am. ;)
  • Jun 7, 2009, 11:39 AM
    Stringer
    Quote:

    Originally Posted by Altenweg View Post
    It would definitely get a laugh out of her, but confused looks from her family. I don't want them to think I'm crazy, it's bad enough you all know I am. ;)

    Naw... it is one of the best kept secrets... But I have records and pics... :eek:
  • Jun 7, 2009, 11:41 AM
    Alty
    Quote:

    Originally Posted by Stringer View Post
    Naw...it is one of the best kept secrets...But I have records and pics....:eek:

    :eek: Where? How? When? Why? :eek:

    It wasn't me, it was the one armed man! :cool:
  • Jun 7, 2009, 11:46 AM
    Stringer
    Quote:

    Originally Posted by Altenweg View Post
    :eek: Where? How? When? Why? :eek:

    It wasn't me, it was the one armed man! :cool:

    Ha!! That excuse is getting lame my dear... stand up and take your punishment...

    I wish that it would stop raining, Marta and I want to plan an evening of dinner outside on the patio with the fire pit going... and soft music on the outside stereo... I also have an Italian fire urn on top of the table... but it is still raining... :(
  • Jun 7, 2009, 12:21 PM
    startover22
    Quote:

    Originally Posted by Altenweg View Post
    It would definitely get a laugh out of her, but confused looks from her family. I don't want them to think I'm crazy, it's bad enough you all know I am. ;)

    Hahahaha, a look that I would pay to see:):) I don't think you are crazy... I think yer nuts!:D
  • Jun 7, 2009, 12:23 PM
    startover22
    Nice night on the patio sounds so sweet and romantic... relaxing and fun!
  • Jun 7, 2009, 12:24 PM
    Stringer
    Quote:

    Originally Posted by startover22 View Post
    Nice night on the patio sounds so sweet and romantic...relaxing and fun!!

    Thanks hon, but I have to content with lightning now too.:rolleyes:
  • Jun 7, 2009, 12:27 PM
    startover22
    Ahhhhh... I see Stringer. Maybe you could bring it all in and have a fire in the fire place instead... soft music a few candles and go pick up supper from yer fave place... that would be nice too!
  • Jun 7, 2009, 12:35 PM
    Stringer
    Quote:

    Originally Posted by startover22 View Post
    ahhhhh....I see Stringer. Maybe you could bring it all in and have a fire in the fire place instead....soft music a few candles and go pick up supper from yer fave place...that would be nice too!

    Good idea Start, that may be the only rescue of this planned evening... thanks. :)
  • Jun 12, 2009, 12:12 PM
    MsMewiththat

    Any updates from the family? I can't stop thinking about her. I am praying for her every day.

    Stringer I loved your story. You are so correct when you refer to death...
  • Jun 12, 2009, 12:52 PM
    jrebel7
    Quote:

    Originally Posted by MsMewiththat View Post
    Any updates from the family? I can't stop thinking about her. I am praying for her every day.

    Stringer I loved your story. You are so correct when you refer to death....

    Hi there! I visited with a lifelong friend of Starby's last night. There has been some progress! Thank the Lord. Prayers do get answered, not always in our time and not always the way we hope but in two days time, Starby has come a long way and has had some good laughter time with her friend. She asked that we get the message out to all of you that Jo loves all of us and misses us and she is doing all she can to get better. So love to all of you from Starby!! :p Still keep prayers going. Her friend is being guardedly optimistic but such joy in her voice... it was wonderful to hear.
  • Jun 12, 2009, 01:54 PM
    nikosmom

    Thanks for the update Rebbie! :)
  • Jun 12, 2009, 02:06 PM
    jrebel7

    My pleasure nickosmom! : )
  • Jun 12, 2009, 02:28 PM
    MsMewiththat

    All glory be to God. Thank you for the update
  • Jun 12, 2009, 06:52 PM
    startover22
    Quote:

    Originally Posted by jrebel7 View Post
    Hi there! I visited with a lifelong friend of Starby's last night. There has been some progress! Thank the Lord. Prayers do get answered, not always in our time and not always the way we hope but in two days time, Starby has come a long way and has had some good laughter time with her friend. She asked that we get the message out to all of you that Jo loves all of us and misses us and she is doing all she can to get better. So love to all of you from Starby!!! :p Still keep prayers going. Her friend is being guardedly optimistic but such joy in her voice....it was wonderful to hear.

    Her sister just got to me on Facebook and she said Starby is the same and smiled and was talking... she is a fighter! Love you Starbs... come on girl, we miss you!
    Rebby, you are wonderful... just sayin':)
  • Jun 12, 2009, 08:03 PM
    Alty

    OMG! I just got a call from Starby! I only got to talk to her for a few minutes but we talked.

    As soon as I heard her voice I burst into tears, poor Jo, she was trying so hard to comfort me, but damn, I didn't think I'd ever get to talk to her again, just hearing her voice was amazing.

    I told her I love her, she told me she's okay. She asked me to call her back on my Magic Jack but the number she gave me is no good.

    I called the hospital and asked to talk to her but no can do. The staff says they gave her the message that I called back and Jo told them to tell me she'll call me back later.

    My God I hope she does. She sounded good. She sounds like our Ducky. Just hearing her voice. I can't tell you what this means to me.

    Had to tell you all.
  • Jun 12, 2009, 08:03 PM
    Unknown008

    Yay! Starby is better! Starby's better! Oh, that you God, but now, that's not the end. We need to continue with our prayers!

    Thanks Rebbie for the update! :)
  • Jun 12, 2009, 08:50 PM
    Alty

    Hi everyone!

    My bad day just got great! Seriously!

    I just got a call for Starby. At first she called, gave me a number to call back on my magic jack (otherwise it's long distance) but the number was wrong.

    She called back we talked for 1/2 hour. She sounds good, clear, determined to get better. I still don't want to let myself have hope because it would be even harder to lose her if I allow myself to think she'll be okay. The doctors are still saying she won't make it, but talking to her just now, she sounds wonderful, she sounds like she just may pull off a miracle.

    I'm sitting here crying right now. I never thought I'd hear her voice again. That alone is a miracle, and if that's all I can have then I'll take it.

    She sends her love to all, she said that around 6 times, so love to all.

    Wow. That's all I can say. One prayer answered, another to go.
  • Jun 12, 2009, 09:16 PM
    J_9
    That is all such good news. I'm totally speechless!!
  • Jun 12, 2009, 09:21 PM
    Alty

    Me too J. I couldn't believe it. As soon as I heard her voice I broke out in tears. I honestly never thought I'd hear that voice again.

    Like I said, the doctors still don't hold out any hope, I don't want to allow myself the hope only to be disappointed, but... but... that's all I can say. But.

    Miracles do happen, I believe that. I hope we get one. :)
  • Jun 13, 2009, 04:22 AM
    JoeCanada76

    Wow, That is Awesome Atly.

    It is good that she has had the chance to call you and speak to you.

    It is amazing. Praying the recovery continues.

    Joe
  • Jun 13, 2009, 04:44 AM
    Catsmine
    Hopes, prayers, vibes, energies, wishes {did that cover everybody?) for Starby's continued progress.

    I would really like to know her more.
  • Jun 13, 2009, 05:33 AM
    redhed35

    I've read all the posts,from mudweiser to catsmine,and I'm sitting here thinking how wonderful it would be near the end of my life and know I have touched so many people's lives...
  • Jun 13, 2009, 05:59 AM
    shazamataz

    Oh my gosh... I don't come on here for one day and look what happens!!
    Great news Alty, I'm glad you got to talk to her, I'm so happy for you :)

    Redhead, I think you speak for all of us here, I don't think there is a person on here she hasn't helped.
  • Jun 13, 2009, 07:20 AM
    Stringer
    Quote:

    Originally Posted by redhed35 View Post
    ive read all the posts,from mudweiser to catsmine,and im sitting here thinking how wonderful it would be near the end of my life and know i have touched so many people's lives...

    Red, that was so nice... :)
  • Jun 13, 2009, 07:23 AM
    Stringer


    :( I didn't get a call from my duck. :confused::confused::D:rolleyes:
  • Jun 13, 2009, 07:46 AM
    Alty
    Quote:

    Originally Posted by Stringer View Post
    :( I didn't get a call from my duck. :confused::confused::D:rolleyes:

    Stringer, the fact that I got a call was amazing. She really only had the chance to make one call. She did send her love to all, said she's frustrated that she can't talk to all of us. She'd love to get a phone in her room but her mother took all her bank cards etc. She has no money so she can't get a phone.
  • Jun 13, 2009, 07:51 AM
    nitelight198073

    Wow she is talking that is great I am so happy for her and you I know you were so worried everyone pulling for her must have worked.yay!!
  • Jun 13, 2009, 07:54 AM
    Alty

    Niley, it's not over, the doctors are still saying there's no hope, but she's fighting and that's something, something great.
  • Jun 13, 2009, 07:57 AM
    Stringer

    I wouldn't p*ss off the duck :(.

    Wait... no, maybe that is just what is needed? She is better when she has something to prove... :).
  • Jun 13, 2009, 08:02 AM
    JoeCanada76

    I think your right stringer. I think getting her pissed off. Will make her want to fight more.

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