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10snut
Waxahachie, TX
age: 63
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I have 2 twin stepdaughters that I have been in very close contact with since they were 11 years old. They are now 25 years old. On Monday I received a phone call from one of the twins to tell me her twin sister was in the hospital in ICU on Life Support. She had bought some street prescriptions. She thought she was buying valium. Instead they sold her some pills used for diabetics. On Sunday night around 11:30 she and her companion passed out in a hotel room. At 11:00 Monday morning the maid found them. My stepdaughter is now a vegetable for however long she may live. The top part of her brain has absolutely no activity, she is on a respirator and is having seizures and also has now got pneumonia. Her heart stopped a number of times today and from today forward they will now do nothing to resuscitate her based on instructions from her parents and based on her desires that were expressed prior to this. Monday they will take her off the respirator if there has been no change. But even with change she will still be a vegetable. Because of taking the diabetic script - her sugar level dropped to 16 and they don't know how many hours it stayed this way but because the brain requires sugar and oxygen to operate she no longer has a brain. 25 years old. And she has no tomorrow now.
My purpose here for this thread????
First, - please pray for my stepdaughter, We only need a miracle. And there are miracles and we need one right now. And please pray for me to accept what I have to accept.
Second - Tomorrow is not guaranteed and life can kick you in the a** at any time. I challenge everyone to live life to the fullest and enjoy the gift of life that has been given to us.
We all make choices - and sometimes they are not good ones - Choose to make good choices in your life - even at this age we have the Choice.
Thank You
Vicki 
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| 10/21/2009 6:57:00 PM |
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sassy_lassy
Kingston, TN
age: 68
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Vicki, please know my prayers are with your step daughter and you and the rest of the family... sometimes we do make bad choices and not live to correct them, but we all can begin now today to start making better choices and as you said really live the rest of our lives as none know how long that may be.. I know you are hurting and sad, your friends are here for you remember that.. I will continue to keep you and her and the rest in my prayers. my heart goes out to you ,my dear friend.. I am but a note away or a call away.. I love you my friend...
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| 10/21/2009 6:57:59 PM |
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1fitzlydia
Gilford, NH
age: 63
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For you and those near and dear to you
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| 10/21/2009 7:12:08 PM |
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gypsyjo2003
Oak Harbor, WA
age: 65
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My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. God Bless.
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| 10/21/2009 7:13:02 PM |
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snmih
Bedford, IN
age: 68
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Vicki,
As we discussed on the phone......you cannot understand, nor will you ever understand, why this could possible happen. Just remember it's in God's hands and yes miracles do happen.
Your in my prayers and my thoughts.
Love,
Steve
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| 10/21/2009 7:24:21 PM |
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lkavour92
Newport, TN
age: 67
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Vickie, A tragedy! My eyes are filled with tears at this tragedy...as I remember sitting in ICU with my daughter Lisa, for days, her in a coma and me telling her all the things we had never found time to discuss before the accident, praying as I will now for your child, for a miracle. I told my grandson, when we walked down the hall to her room, to say goodbye, to remember everything because he would remember this day for the rest of his life. Me and that little boy (10) walked alone to say goodbye. The rest of the family waited down in the hospital lobby.An event such as this is earthshaking to the family to the mother, to the sister. You get along, after awhile with it and then another tragedy comes and it all wells up just as strong as at first. God Bless you and all the family and friends of this poor girl....They will need blessings and strength now and always....
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| 10/21/2009 7:26:19 PM |
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betterjv1
Pittsburgh, PA
age: 64
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 </
 Vickie I am so sorry this has happened to your beloved step-daughter . We will be keeping you all in our prayers . Please let us know of anyway you find for us to be of help . PRAYERS FOR HIS MERCY TO BE BESTOWED ON A CHILD WHO MADE A TRAGIC MISTAKE ,TEARS & BIG HARD HUGS Judge & Angel
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| 10/21/2009 7:26:25 PM |
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aroselver
Kent, WA
age: 60
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I had a 24 year old son die unnecessarily. He was diagnosed with diabetes when he was 2 1/2. When his father and I divorced, he chose to live with his father. Little did I know that his father put him up with some college age kids and my son slept on the floor at age 16. The first clue I had was when his school called me and said he wasn't going to graduate. I managed to get his absenses excuses for medical purposes.
After graduation, he went to live with my mother in AZ while he went to automotive tech college. He stopped giving himself injections and started drinking. Every time I'd call, I was told everything was fine.
Fast forward 8 years and I get a call that he was not expected to live. He had gone blind and was on kidney dialysis for 18 months. I attempted to speak with his doctor, but no one would return my phone calls. When I went to the hospital to see him, all I got was flack from the X. Self-centered you know what.
I was at work when the call came. I immediately left to go tell my daughter. She took one look at me and said, "I know". She had had a dream that he was in a sailboat with no oars and was drifting away. She had said she could rescue him. He said no, it was his time.
Former husband took care of all the funeral arrangements. I was outraged when I saw the tombstone. I asked about having it changed and was told I wasn't the "owner". No, I was just the mother.
Yes, there not always is a tomorrow. Treasure today and all your yesterdays.
My heart goes out to you Vicki. Best wishes to the family.
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| 10/21/2009 7:32:26 PM |
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arksr
Royersford, PA
age: 69
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Vicki...You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers......
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| 10/21/2009 7:51:42 PM |
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extexan
Rock Hill, SC
age: 63
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God Bless you, Vicki....I am praying for you and your stepdaughter...
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| 10/21/2009 7:53:43 PM |
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lilreddolly
Warren, PA
age: 67
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Vicki I am so sorry to hear this,God bless you and the entire family and I will definitely keep you all in my prayers. Miracles do happen my friend, this I know.
Mary(lilreddolly)
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| 10/21/2009 7:54:32 PM |
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texangelfire
Krum, TX
age: 67
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At times like this Vicki we realize how fragile life is but know we will hold you and your family in our prayers.
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| 10/21/2009 8:02:25 PM |
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candyapplestar
Denver, CO
age: 91
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Vicki, I am so sorry for the pain and sorrow you and your family are going through. I cannot even imagine how you feel and there are no words to say that can make this any easier for you. Yes, if there is a miracle out there, now is the time for God to perform one and heal your step daughter. My prayers are with you and your family. You must all be so devastated as this is such a sad thing to happen to a woman just starting her adult life. Be strong.
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| 10/21/2009 8:03:14 PM |
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denimjeans
El Dorado, AR
age: 69
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Vicki I'm so sorry and my prayers are with you and your Family.God Bless You.Jean
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| 10/21/2009 8:09:10 PM |
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iamaperson
Medicine Hat, AB
age: 60
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I am so sorry Vicki, please know I am thinking of you.
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| 10/21/2009 9:04:08 PM |
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vera_is_back
Fairfield, IL
age: 62
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Tomorrow is the 4th anniversery of my Mother's passing and I will say to you the same thing I have been telling myself all day, God does this for a reason and it is not for us to wonder why. Mother was a 14 year survivor of colon cancer when she had to have gall bladder surgery. They nicked the bowel during this proceedure and she got septisemia and passed on. Be assured God does not give us more than we can handle and put it all in His hands for Him to have His way. May He be with you in your time of trouble. God Bless.
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| 10/22/2009 2:34:14 AM |
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newlady2
Goldsboro, NC
age: 73
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My friend.. Vicky I honestly wish there was more I could do for you , to give you strengh..
How about next time you pray , imagine I am there with you , perhaps with an arm around your shoulder,or holding your hand, giving you my love and strengh ??
All we know love, is that "THe Big Man" knows what He Is doing even if we must suffer*HUG*
God Bless..
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| 10/22/2009 3:21:05 AM |
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sharsea
Gulfport, MS
age: 65
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So sorry Vicki that yet another of our youth has been a victim of the street drugs rip off and damage to themself and the family
May God be with her and the family that is suffering from this. It is a very sad and painful experience. Prayers for the family from me.
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| 10/22/2009 3:58:08 AM |
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bones01
Orange, CA
age: 61
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Vicki, my thoughts and prayers are with you.
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| 10/22/2009 5:23:45 AM |
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10snut
Waxahachie, TX
age: 63
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I want to thank everyone for their prayers and well wishes. Sometimes Prayer is all we have left. I did get some sleep finally last night and now that I am here alone for the first time since the news I can try to deal with my feelings and emotions. I just want you all to know how much your prayers and thoughts are appreciated.
for you my dearest.......
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| 10/22/2009 5:41:15 AM |
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ooohman
Barre, VT
age: 66
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Vickie my friend this seems so little to offer. I pray that all the prayers said and sent
are heard by the all mighty. Know that I and everyone of your friends are here for you.
I hope we can help you can find the strength to get you through.
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| 10/22/2009 6:12:24 AM |
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nenebubbles
Naperville, IL
age: 69
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Dear friend, you know you are in my thoughts and prayers.
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| 10/22/2009 6:36:44 AM |
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coffeetime
Knoxville, TN
age: 63
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Vicki, Please know you are difinately in my prayers, along with your entire family.
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| 10/22/2009 6:45:33 AM |
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altje
Kernersville, NC
age: 70
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Praying for you and your family. May you find comfort and strength in the days ahead.
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| 10/22/2009 6:49:18 AM |
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10snut
Waxahachie, TX
age: 63
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Thank you all - I got this on email just a minute ago - things have a way of coming at the right time. So thank you my friends
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| 10/22/2009 7:07:45 AM |
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rangerguy3
Tavernier, FL
age: 72
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My thoughts are with you in this sad time
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| 10/22/2009 7:32:31 AM |
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vera_is_back
Fairfield, IL
age: 62
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Prayers going up. Be strong and may God be with you in your time of need.
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| 10/22/2009 8:07:06 AM |
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10snut
Waxahachie, TX
age: 63
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Thank you my friends. I appreciate everyone of you so very much.
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| 10/22/2009 8:55:51 AM |
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truckersmother
Campbellsville, KY
age: 64
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Vicki,my prayers are with you and your stepdaughter,we all know the power
of prayer,where there is life there is always hope,my friend you have told me
this several times in the past,and you were right then,just hold on to that
hope no matter what the doctors say,they are not always right.
Ann
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| 10/22/2009 11:29:15 AM |
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betterjv1
Pittsburgh, PA
age: 64
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| 10/22/2009 2:49:11 PM |
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10snut
Waxahachie, TX
age: 63
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Thank you everybody - I will keep you posted - last report was she is getting worse. Her arms and legs are now stiffening up - i'm not sure why or what causes that. But they said it's like her elbows and knees are locked and she's real stiff. That's all i've heard today. Will call them after the visit is over this afternoon.
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| 10/22/2009 2:52:50 PM |
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bones01
Orange, CA
age: 61
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10's, even though we pray for the best, some times we don't understand what our answers are. My prayers are still here for you.
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| 10/22/2009 5:44:09 PM |
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10snut
Waxahachie, TX
age: 63
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Thanks to everyone for their prayers - I talked to the mother after the 4:00 visit and she is getting worse - she is having more seizures.
Bones - you are right - it's not that the prayers are not answered it's just that sometimes the answers are not the ones that we asked for. But I have to leave it in God's hands.
It's been a very long day. All of your thoughts and emails are very much appreciated.
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| 10/23/2009 5:06:48 AM |
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10snut
Waxahachie, TX
age: 63
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| 10/23/2009 2:57:46 PM |
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betterjv1
Pittsburgh, PA
age: 64
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| 10/23/2009 3:02:28 PM |
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newlady2
Goldsboro, NC
age: 73
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Just thinking and feeling for you my friend....
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| 10/23/2009 3:47:56 PM |
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10snut
Waxahachie, TX
age: 63
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Thanks everyone for keeping the prayers going. There is still no change. Still no response at all and had not regained consciousness. I will give you updates as I hear them. I am reading the serenity prayer many times a day. It is something that I have to tell myself over and over that I must accept things I cannot change and God is the only one with the answers.
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| 10/23/2009 4:43:29 PM |
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sugasouth
Oak Ridge, TN
age: 63
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Vicki honey, I gave you my prayers on another site and you know you always have them.
I just pray that you can manage what is to come and can accept what is happening. I pray that your poor daughter is not suffering for any great length of time and that she goes peacefully if it should come to that. If God decides to perform a miracle and keep her here with you, I pray that she is able to have an acceptable life. Whatever comes, God bless you and your family. May you find peace and serenity in what the future holds. Love you. Hugs
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| 10/24/2009 11:15:34 AM |
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betterjv1
Pittsburgh, PA
age: 64
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| 10/24/2009 11:36:36 AM |
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10snut
Waxahachie, TX
age: 63
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Thank You Suga and angel and Judge and everyone else. Thank you for the emails - no change from yesterday but thought I would post her picture here
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| 10/24/2009 12:22:14 PM |
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viviand
Beeville, TX
age: 63
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Such a beautiful girl, Vickie! My prayers are with her, you and the family.
We don't always understand why things happen, why we lose the ones we love, or why they must suffer if they linger with us. God has a plan....he just doesn't tell us until after the fact...Bless you all, may you be able to accept what you cannot change.
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| 10/24/2009 1:09:13 PM |
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coffeetime
Knoxville, TN
age: 63
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A beautiful girl Vicki.
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| 10/24/2009 1:41:19 PM |
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elzi
Delaware, OH
age: 61
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Thank you all - I got this on email just a minute ago - things have a way of coming at the right time. So thank you my friends
10s -- I have read thru this thread & my prayers will join with others. Thank you for sharing this amazing video you received from a friend -- it was miraculous!
Always believe in miracles ...
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| 10/24/2009 2:01:16 PM |
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10snut
Waxahachie, TX
age: 63
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Thank you Viv - coffee and elzi - I am trying to be strong and I know that what will be will be. It's just not easy right now. But I am a survivor and I will make it through this especially with the help of so many great people here at DH and those in my other life also.
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| 10/24/2009 2:14:59 PM |
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coffeetime
Knoxville, TN
age: 63
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| 10/24/2009 2:21:16 PM |
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newlady2
Goldsboro, NC
age: 73
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OM Gosh Vicky she is such a lovely looking young lady *hug* ,,Yes my thoughts wander to you frequently, I just cant stop them.....
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| 10/24/2009 2:30:58 PM |
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10snut
Waxahachie, TX
age: 63
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thank you so much Margaret - I am having a pretty bad day today - but I am going out to dinner tonight and to the casino so I'm going to get out and try to put it behind be for a while tonight - I will post her pic on this page also
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| 10/24/2009 3:22:58 PM |
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standup4me
Creighton, MO
age: 61
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So sorry, Vickie
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| 10/24/2009 4:41:35 PM |
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kitty2u
Clay City, IN
age: 69
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So sorry to read this Vickie.
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| 10/24/2009 4:55:03 PM |
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foreveralady
Tioga, PA
age: 69
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10's ---I'm so sorry you are going through this.We can never be prepared to llose someone we love.......Having lost my own daughter I CAN FEEL your pain......May God give you peace at this time.......
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| 10/24/2009 5:27:54 PM |
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betterjv1
Pittsburgh, PA
age: 64
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She is so beautiful vickie . I pray a Merciful God will grant all of your family ,who are suffering so much at this moment ,His Peace & Comfort
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| 10/24/2009 7:39:11 PM |
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tjaneb
Westfield, WI
age: 61
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So sad for this to happen to such a beautiful young woman. May God be with you and your family during this trying time.
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| 10/24/2009 10:50:57 PM |
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mzmadea
Richmond, VA
age: 66
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May God be with you and your family...I can understand what you're going through as we prepare for the funeral of my young counsins on Tuesday. She's so beautiful and so young.
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| 10/25/2009 5:13:10 AM |
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10snut
Waxahachie, TX
age: 63
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Thank you everyone for the prayers
mzmad my heart and prayers go out to you and your family.
No news yesterday so will call later today for another update. It has been one of the longest weeks of my life. But I did get out last night and helped me a lot to do that. I
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| 10/25/2009 7:30:13 AM |
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mzmadea
Richmond, VA
age: 66
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Thank you everyone for the prayers
mzmad my heart and prayers go out to you and your family.
No news yesterday so will call later today for another update. It has been one of the longest weeks of my life. But I did get out last night and helped me a lot to do that. I
Thank you. I hope you hear some up lifting news today..perhaps they will find something that will give your family a small degree of hope.
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| 10/25/2009 7:46:05 AM |
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nycarebear
Lagrangeville, NY
age: 63
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Vicki,
I was saddened to hear about this news. It has got to be one of the most horrendous times in your life. Please know that you and your step-daughter and the rest of your family are in my prayers. It's hard to accept what is and the strength we draw is from above. Miracles DO happen and healing does occur although not always in our time frame. God is in control and is feeling the pain right along with you. May He give you the strength and courage to get through this time.
In Christian love, Lynne
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| 10/25/2009 8:23:18 AM |
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candyapplestar
Denver, CO
age: 91
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Vicki, I am thinking of you and praying for you and your family. This is such a tragedy for such a young and beautiful lady, my heart really goes out to all of you. I have learned all to well that there is not always a tomorrow and we need to be there for those people we care for and love today and in the moment. Be strong and know that the plan God has for your step daughter was there from the day she was born.
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| 10/25/2009 8:30:55 AM |
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10snut
Waxahachie, TX
age: 63
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| 10/25/2009 8:54:48 AM |
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betterjv1
Pittsburgh, PA
age: 64
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| 10/25/2009 9:16:48 AM |
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gentlebear1949
Wooster, OH
age: 60
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Reading about all the tragedies people on here are going through,makes my troubles seem quite trivial indeed. God bless all of you that are going through this period of traumatic stress and loss in your lives....
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