I have not met any of you, but I am Judith Anne's daughter, Annie- I knew of some of you from the many times she talked with me about discussions here, friends, and some very feisty debates~ I KNOW she would want me to let you guys know whats happened in the past few days-
The morning after Christmas, mom my had a pretty bad headache. She's had issues with allergies off and on, so nothing was thought of it and she decided to lay down and take a nap. She woke about an hour later with out the use of the left side of her body- I called the ambulance and she was brought to the E.R.
Information has been back and forth during the past 36 hours on exactly what her condition was. However, at the last consult with her doctor, things have worsened to an extent that there is no longer a "getting better." Her first stroke affected the right middle portion of her brain, as well as caused her to have a heart attack. Both arteries in her neck are completely blocked. The first CT (when she arrived at the hosp.) compared to the CT done today showed considerable expansion of damage along with an additional stroke affecting the left side of her brain. Her heart is only working at about 20%. There are additional factors that is simply too much to get into now, but needless to say we are going to follow her standing wishes in the request of no outstanding measures to keep her body alive as well as a DNR. At this point, there is no way to stop the progression of damage, and she is not waking nor responding in any fashion to outside stimuli. We're hoping for a few days more just so family can come down and have their chance to say goodbyes~ Prayers are desperately appreciated! in all honesty, at this point I don't know what to do....Gods hand is over us, and He IS with us! A priest was able to go in yesterday afternoon to offer the anointing of the sick as well as administer last rights (again, something she felt strongly about if there were ever a chance she would be in a possible life threatening situation)~
I hate to be passing on such sad news, but I knew she would want you guys to know~
oh Annie, I am sooooo very sorry to hear this news. I am sure you are all still in a state of shock muddling through your options and praying for that miracle
Your mom and I shared a lot of info over the years in the medical/health issues.. I was more the “natural” type for healing & preventive. We both remained respectful of each others thoughts and I believe both learned from each other.
Please keep us posted? and grace and peace to you also dear.
I am so sorry. May God’s loving hands surround and support your mother and you, her family.
I’m sorry to read this news, thanks for letting us know. Prayers lifted for Judith Anne and family.
Oh no.
I’m so sorry. I love your mom.
Prayers please.
Dolly, thanks for letting me know about Judith Anne and directing me to this thread. I am so sorry to hear this. Chantillie, please tell your mom that many of her friends here at FR are deeply concerned and praying for her.
I will pray for her tonight. God Bless You and Keep You in this trying time.
Heartfelt prayers for Judith Anne and the family!
Thanks for letting us know. I will pray for her.
I’m so sorry to hear about your Mom. I will be praying for her and your entire family that the Lord strengthens and encourages you, gives you the grace to get through, and the peace that passes all understanding. God’s will is ALWAYS what is best for his children. I know she loves you all very much. Thank you for letting us know. Be assured that she and you all are in our prayers.
Prayers for you, your mom and family. May God bless, comfort and guide you all through this difficult time.
I will spend my hour in our Adoration chapel tonight in prayer for your mom and your family.
God be with all of you.
Prayers UP
Aw, I’m so sorry about your mother. May God be with you and your family and give you comfort during this difficult time.
I’m sorry to hear of this.
Praying for your mom and your family Annie.
God’s blessings upon you all...
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Prayers going up and cyber hugs going out to you. I will miss your Mom.
Prayers for your Mom and for comfort to the family.
This is so sad. We all love and respect your mom, Anne. (I exchanged a number of FReepmails with her just last week.) Be assured of my prayers for her, you and your whole family.
Boy, I sure didn’t want to read this. I love Judith Anne. Some years ago, she did a wonderful thing for two of my grandchildren, who have kept her letter and small gifts as souvenirs. They meant so much to the girls, who call her the Fairy Princess of the Desert.
It was kind of you to take the time to let us know what was happening to our friend. Also praying that your family has time to come together... Again, thanks for sharing.