BRs mom asked me to do this..

CARLA · Post by **CARLA** » Fri Sep 08, 2006 2:39 pm

:-1 :-1 Clancy you do have a way with words dear man..

Uncle Kram · Post by **Uncle Kram** » Fri Sep 08, 2006 2:43 pm

minks wrote: You speak for us all :-6

And so well too

cherandbuster · Post by **cherandbuster** » Fri Sep 08, 2006 2:43 pm

Clancy

All the chicks of FG really dig you

How can we show our appreciation? :sneaky:

give me a break -- I just has gum surgery :p

minks · Post by **minks** » Fri Sep 08, 2006 2:55 pm

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What snooze said.

OpenMind · Post by **OpenMind** » Fri Sep 08, 2006 2:58 pm

minks wrote: What snooze said.

Five times over.:-6

Lulu2 · Post by **Lulu2** » Fri Sep 08, 2006 3:10 pm

"Clancy you do have a way with words dear man.."

+++++++++++++ Yes...hardly the dour Scot of legend!

cherandbuster · Post by **cherandbuster** » Fri Sep 08, 2006 3:11 pm

Pinky wrote: X 100

and then cubed. Or at least squared

chonsigirl · Post by **chonsigirl** » Fri Sep 08, 2006 3:24 pm

Clancy, so eloquent your wishes for our BR.......................:-4

Oh, I think we all are on pins and needles waiting for news!

Lulu2 · Post by **Lulu2** » Fri Sep 08, 2006 3:36 pm

That's lovely, Tmbsgrl!

Lulu2 · Post by **Lulu2** » Fri Sep 08, 2006 3:40 pm

Me too...but I figure she's in recovery/ICU and being monitored.

chonsigirl · Post by **chonsigirl** » Fri Sep 08, 2006 3:41 pm

I think it will be a few hours more until we hear something, just keep sending the good thoughts for BR!

CARLA · Post by **CARLA** » Fri Sep 08, 2006 3:41 pm

Don't be worried Tmbsgrl she is in good hand, this is a long delicate surgery the prep for it is a lot.. lot to do in the OR for repairing a tear in the Catroids.. :-4

We love you BR want you well ..:-4

Lulu2 · Post by **Lulu2** » Fri Sep 08, 2006 3:57 pm

Oh, dear....that'd be how many hours more?

chonsigirl · Post by **chonsigirl** » Fri Sep 08, 2006 4:15 pm

Surgery started at 1 pm, I think. It could still be going on........................send the beams, we'll know when we know. Just keep the good thoughts going.

chonsigirl · Post by **chonsigirl** » Fri Sep 08, 2006 4:21 pm

:-1 Poor MamaRider and SisterRider and PapaRider...............

Lots of love for them during this time too, they need it!

CARLA · Post by **CARLA** » Fri Sep 08, 2006 4:21 pm

Yes and that is just the surgery part of it. Sometimes they keep them in recovery for a long time as well, with the Physician right there in recovery with her. :-4

Mamarider and Sisterrider are being kept updated, just can't call out to us at this time. :-4

[QUOTE]They could go as long as 8 hrs so 9 eastern time... then have to get back to her room.....

If we're this bad, can you just imagine what its like for her mom and sister?[/QUOTE]

cars · Post by **cars** » Fri Sep 08, 2006 4:54 pm

BEAMS Criss!!! :-4 :-4 :-4 :-4

All who love you are pulling/wishing for you to be OK!!!

cars · Post by **cars** » Fri Sep 08, 2006 5:14 pm

Thanks for the update flop! :-4 :-4 We can all rest a little easier tonight!

CARLA · Post by **CARLA** » Fri Sep 08, 2006 5:17 pm

I'm so happy to hear this Floppy what a long day for entire family Amen it went perfectly. She will be in Recovery for 3 or 4 hours with the Physician right there beside her watching her like a hawk. Excellent now I can breathe a sigh of JOY..!! The phone call store made me cry...

[QUOTE]Mamarider Update:

Criss is in recovery for the next couple of hours. had one 4 centimeter tear in the artery and several other smaller ones that they got today. they'll let her heal and her blood thicken again for a few days and them go in to look around again for anything that may have been missed. but they feel they got a good 75 to 80% today and as the blood thickens it could take care of some of the smaller leaks by itself.

So, if nothing happens over the weekend our next update will be Monday.. told MamaR to get some rest

.....

File this under strange and Yikes in your memory about today kids...

MamaRider knew that Matt was going to try to call today before Criss went in but didn't tell Criss, just in case it didn't work out. So, Criss is laying there sleeping and suddenly does that startled wakeup thing we all do.., her mom asks her what's the matter and she tells mom that Matts on the phone. Her mom tells her that no, he's not but that he's going to try... Criss looks at her mom and tells her again that Matt is on the phone so she has to wake up...

and the phone rings..guess who

God I just love what those two have...[/QUOTE]

cars · Post by **cars** » Fri Sep 08, 2006 5:23 pm

flopstock wrote: Lord Love a Duck... I did it again...:-5

You people have no idea just what the 'knowledge' of your support has done for all of them. You give MamaR strenght when she needs it, because she knows you are out here, sending beams and prayers and lighting candles for Criss and all of them...

She doesn't just believe, she knows the difference each one of you is making in their life..

and she thanks you..

Thanks Diane, it's a pleasure to do it, it just a shame for the reason "why" we have to do it!

Lulu2 · Post by **Lulu2** » Fri Sep 08, 2006 5:47 pm

Hindus believe that there are some people who choose, (through karma) to have many troubles and that those people (saddhus) exist to remind us of the fragility and tenuous nature of life. Now, I don't believe in reincarnation and I'm not a Hindu, but the idea of karma is appealing.

Criss is doing that for us now. In a way, she's given us an opportunity to pull together, to consider the fragility of life, to offer enormous amounts of love and support OUTSIDE ourselves, and although it's terrible suffering for her...in a way, every one of us (Criss included) will be better, in some way, for the experience.

Does this make sense? I'm not saying it well....but, at some point in future, she might just say it was a "good experience."

CARLA · Post by **CARLA** » Fri Sep 08, 2006 5:52 pm

I understand completely LuLu2 :-4 and you explained it beautifully..

chonsigirl · Post by **chonsigirl** » Fri Sep 08, 2006 6:12 pm

Oh, such a good report! That is just wonderful! And the story about CRiss knowing Matt was going to all, that is the sweetest thing I have heard in a long time. The love those two have for each other is so strong!:-4

CARLA · Post by **CARLA** » Fri Sep 08, 2006 6:46 pm

Woo!! I was so happy to hear she was in recovery I missed that detail.. :-3 Mamarider must be exhausted I hope she sleeps well tonight..:-4

[QUOTE]Okay MamaRider just called laughing... her sister in law corrected her and she wants me to pass it on so that you don't think she's nuts...

It was a 4 centimeter pool of blood gathered at the largest tear, NOT a 4 centimeter tear! According to AntiRider the girl would have been dead in minutes with a 4 centimeter tear in that artery...

Can hardly tell they are so tired they are getting punch drunk, can you?[/QUOTE]

Erinna1112 · Post by **Erinna1112** » Fri Sep 08, 2006 6:51 pm

I'm in tears sitting here reading these last dozen or so pages of responses...I could feel the love and strength pouring out from you guys, all afternoon. Seriously...I was at work (yes, in the middle of all this I got an assignment, hopefully it turns into a job) and just after one o'clock, as I was chewing my nails down to the knuckles, I felt the most incredible wave of peace. After reading these pages I'm convinced it was you guys.

:-4 :-4 :-4 :-4

Looks like I don't have anything new to add...thanks, Diane *hugs* I'm overwhelmed...thanks.

Lulu2 · Post by **Lulu2** » Fri Sep 08, 2006 6:54 pm

((((hugs))))) Right Back!

CARLA · Post by **CARLA** » Fri Sep 08, 2006 6:56 pm

Erinna1112 hugs to you kiddo you must be exhausted as well, sleep well and know that we all love your sister dearly and will keep this vigil for as long as it takes.. :-4

LilacDragon · Post by **LilacDragon** » Fri Sep 08, 2006 6:57 pm

I am at a couple's retreat and until late this afternoon I wasn't sure if I was going to bring the laptop. I am so glad that I did!

I am so happy and thankful that the surgery went so well. I will continue to keep BR in my thoughts and prayers. :-6

AussiePam · Post by **AussiePam** » Fri Sep 08, 2006 7:28 pm

Floppy, Erinna - thankyou!!!!!!!!!! I'm so relieved. And very glad about Matt's call too!!! A long way to go yet, but I'm optimistic the worst is now behind us all. Criss - rest gently and heal quickly. We love you.

Grumpaz · Post by **Grumpaz** » Fri Sep 08, 2006 9:38 pm

It is said that if the Lord leads you to it He will lead you thru it.

Know that today there were only one set of footprints in the sand as He carried our Criss thru this ordeal.

I feel humbled and blessed to know all the people on the board who have done all they can do in the way they know how to aid in sending love, strength, and light to Criss and her family. Thank you RiderFamily, floppy and everyone else who has kept us informed on how BR is doing.

I can now go to sleep and rest easy knowing she is doing well.

OpenMind · Post by **OpenMind** » Sat Sep 09, 2006 2:48 am

Thanks again for the update, Floppy. I must have gone to bed minutes before you posted. There it goes. I'd only had 3 hours sleep the night before and I was bushed.

The news that Criss is doing well, and all the responses have brought tears to my eyes too. Well done FamilyRider.

The thought of everyone across the world, all metaphorically holding hands, and beaming thoughts of healing and love to Criss and her family has made me feel overwhelmingly happy and the tears I am experiencing are tears of joy.

You all deserve a big hug.:yh_hugs :-4

(Note, the smilies have moved again:rolleyes: ).

chocoholic · Post by **chocoholic** » Sat Sep 09, 2006 3:26 am

Due to circumstances, I couldn't stay up last night to hear the news but I prayed for Criss before going to sleep and this morning it is such great news that I am full of joy. What a great place FG is and such wonderful people all pulling together and wishing the very best for Criss.

How lovely that Matt managed to telephone her and that she knew he was on the phone by instinct.

I am still lighting candles on Miriam's great site and sending love and healing wishes and prayers to BR, Matt and all her family.

Great news.:-6 :-6 :-6 :-6

AussiePam · Post by **AussiePam** » Sat Sep 09, 2006 3:43 am

Choco, it's great to see you!! We've missed you!!

Rapunzel · Post by **Rapunzel** » Sat Sep 09, 2006 4:08 am

Grumpaz wrote: It is said that if the Lord leads you to it He will lead you thru it.

Know that today there were only one set of footprints in the sand as He carried our Criss thru this ordeal.

I feel humbled and blessed to know all the people on the board who have done all they can do in the way they know how to aid in sending love, strength, and light to Criss and her family. Thank you RiderFamily, floppy and everyone else who has kept us informed on how BR is doing.

What beautiful words Grumpaz, sweetie, and I totally agree with them! :-4 (Not just the highlighted ones.) :-6 :-6

pantsonfire321@aol.com · Sat Sep 09, 2006 11:00 am

Thankgod shes on the road to recovery .Thinking of you sweety