We cannot, we must not, refuse to protect the right of every American to vote in every election that he may desire to participate in… It is all of us, who must overcome the crippling legacy of bigotry and injustice. And we shall overcome.
— Lyndon Johnson
UPDATE: 12/9/21 11:58 MST.
My brother died this morning. We have now lost 2 of the 10 in our immediate family. We buried the other last Tuesday. My family & I are broken. For Gods sake I’m BEGGING you to get vaccinated. We have 8 others to care for now. Thx for your support. 🙏🏽
UPDATE: 12-3-21 16:39 MST.
My brother is a worse this evening. We continue to hold onto hope. Ppl keep asking if they were vax’d. No, they didn’t believe in it.
I found out they were all taking Ivermectin. I’ve been an RN 33 years, and not sure I’ve ever felt so defeated. 💔
I hear his voice, I feel his spirit. I hear him say, “sis … just hold on. You’re gonna be ok. You’ve got this,” but I wonder just how much the human spirit can take. I’ve lost my daughter, my husband, my mama, & brother. I know I’m blessed in so many ways, but I hurt tonight.💔
UPDATE: 12-7-21 18:17.
We just received bad news from my brothers physician. He is alive, but appears to have some major damage. The Ivermectin they took has wiped his liver out too, they think.
I’m out for tonight. Can’t do this right now.
Will update tomorrow.
#IHateCovid
PLEASE READ: Today, there was a very serious situation w an acct who was threatening suicide. Thanks to great teamwork & ppl coming forward w info. the person was found and is ok. Thank you God!!
For those who have been following the story of my best friend & her husband who both got covid, she vaccinated, he refused.
He is dying. His wife has been allowed to be w him in ICU to say goodbye tonight.
PLEASE do not leave nasty msgs re his decision. This is hard enough. 💔🌹
33 years ago today, I made a lifetime commitment to help others.
I will never be sorry for the path I took. Nursing was a calling for me, and I’m very proud to still be one. 🙏🏼
OMG ... Does EVERYTHING have to have a hidden meaning? I did NOT know that the color of each heart emoji carries a special meaning, except for red. Or that the 💜 means some kind of “attraction!” I use it all the time, and it just means ... I’m really liking purple that day! 🙄
UPDATE: We will finally lay my brother to rest tomorrow. My dad has chosen not to attend the service.
My brother was a Navy Vet, so there will be full honors.
Would you all send prayers, love, & good will to dad?
I’m worried about him, but we will make it through this. ❤️
FRIENDS! I NEED YOUR HELP.
Just got a call, & my friend & fellow sister nurse is in ICU & has asked that they “let her go.”
She has MS & can no longer fight. They took her off vent. My heart is broken. Please pray, send love or good vibes. Her name is Laurie & she’s scared. 💔
UPDATE: 12/10/21 17:35 MST.
My soul aches. My heart is broken. Trying so hard to hold it all together for our 87 year old dad, but I feel so lost.
Your love, prayers, & many of you telling me you’re getting vax’d has helped me.
There’s still a lot of good in this world. Ty. 🙏🏽
UPDATE: 12/14/21 14:39 MST.
My brothers memorial service is tomorrow evening, & I’m praying for strength today for all of my family. Would you please say a prayer, send love, or good vibes to our dad?
It would mean so much.
My brother can’t be buried for a month. Breaks me.💔
Good morning everyone!
Its been one year ago today that I went to bed, & woke up a week later like this, fighting for my life. Its a reminder of how truly fragile life is. I will never share this pic again, & only did as a reminder to think about life & what it means.
Love! ❤️
UPDATE: 11-10-21 17:15.
I wish I had better news, but Marti has had a very rough past 24 hours. Please, please, send all you have in the way of prayers, love, whatever you’ve got … we need. She needs peace.
GUESS WHO HAS BEEN CHOSEN to fly to Maryland and work with some of the biggest research scientists for the National Institute of Health (NIH), regarding HEAL, or Help End Addiction Longterm.
I am blown away that I was chosen out of hundreds of participants. I can't wait!!!
I want to thank everyone who followed the story of my friends who got Covid. I can’t tell you what a blessing it was to read most of your comments. Very kind & I thank you.
My best friend is recovering but her husband died this morning. He chose not to be vaccinated. She was. 🌹
UPDATE: 12/10/21 01:43 MST
We are a broken family right now due to Covid. We buried a loved one last Tuesday, & my brother died yesterday. 8 others are ill w it. 2K of you commented. I wish I could read them all.
We thank you from the bottom of our hearts for your condolences.
UPDATE: 12/15/21 11:26 MST.
He was quiet, caring, giving, & a very strong Christian man. He raised a beautiful family, & his legacy lives on in each of them. He made me feel safe. He was my friend, & big brother.
We say goodbye this evening.
God give us strength.🌹
UPDATE: 12/12/21 19:33 MST.
I cried myself to sleep last night, & cried most of today. The tears need to come, but it just sucks, ya know? Our dad is struggling too, but at 87, he’s pretty fragile anyway.
Thank you for your love, & so many stories of your own grief. They help.
Good night friends!
I want to introduce you to my newest family member.
This is Arvany, and he is my great great nephew.
His mama is African, (in Kenya) & his daddy is a plain, white dude. 😂
He’s beautiful, isn’t he?
I’m over the moon!
Y’all sleep well …
Love & hugs! ❤️
UPDATE: 18:27 MDT
They’ve discovered Marti is not seeing well, & her blood pressure has dropped to 85/50. They are stopping antihypertensives & diuretics. Will give more fluid. Please pray, send your love, & good vibes again. Pray hard she’s NOT bleeding into her chest or brain.
Hi friends. My dad had a stroke last night, and is in bad shape.
I’d sure appreciate prayers, love, & good vibes for him. He will transfer home w Hospice care.
My trip to DC is on hold for now.
UPDATE: 12-1-21 10:49.
Many of you know this, & many do not. I was called Nov 23, & had to leave Marti, as TEN of my immediate family got Covid. One died, & we buried him yesterday. My brother is on a vent. & not doing well. My sister is not good either. Marti is stronger. 🙏🏽
UPDATE: 12/11/21 11:08 MST.
Due to the high number of Covid deaths & other deaths, my big brother can’t be buried for almost a month. It hurts, but know he doesn’t care, for he’s not in that body.
I saw a Bald Eagle soaring this a.m., & know it was him saying hi & he’s ok. 🙏🏽
My 87 yr old dad, who has some dementia, slipped out of the house 3 nights ago w/o me knowing, & took a hard fall on hot concrete. Very long story, but I’m caring for him here at home.
His wishes are to NEVER return to the hospital, & I’m honoring that.
Ty all for your love.❤️
UPDATE: 12-5-21 21:35 MST.
Just received a call!! My brothers blood gases are looking a lil’ better!!! It’s way too soon to tell anything, but it was at least a “piece” of good news. 🙏🏽
Hi everyone!
I need a favor from all of you. Would you send me prayers, love, light, whatever you have? I’m headed back to the hospital in Denver, and could sure use them. ✈️
Love & hugs! ❤️
Sad news. 💔
Just got home from Denver and found out my 33 yr old cousin was found dead while I was gone. No confirmed cause of death yet.
May you Rest In Peace now cousin. Your work here is done.
In memory of TS. 🌹
UPDATE 12-2-21 09:33 MST.
Thank you all for your overwhelming response to yesterdays update. To answer a few, TEN in my family infected, NINE were unvaccinated. We continue to pray that my brother makes it, & none of the others gets any worse. The death of one has broken us. 💔
UPDATE: 11-2-21 14:13 MDT.
Marti has had a change in condition again. Her BP is very low and they are taking her for a CT Scan to see if she’s bleeding from that aortic graft., or neck.
PLEASE pray. I’m just not sure how much more her body/mind can withstand.
UPDATE:
Marti is in CVICU in critical condition. I’ve received over 4000 responses on my original tweet. I can’t thank you all enough. She had emergency surgery again today for an extension of aortic dissection.
Please continue prayers for her. I can’t lose my best friend.
MEDICAL UPDATE: 3/26 11:00.
Just received word that my treatment has been denied by my insurance.
I called and started an appeal process.
PLEASE pray for me, as
I REALLY need this treatment. My symptoms are getting much worse, & I’m getting really worried.
L & H’s ❤️
So I haven’t told ya’ll, except for a few. But my 18 year old grand daughter has Covid & has been VERY sick.
She’s in a hospital & has Covid pneumonia. Seems the days have been so dark lately, but every morning on my walks, I’m reminded of life again.
My God gives me strength.
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For everyone who has reached out for the woman who made the suicide msg here (Bonnie G.) several of us phoned Benton County 911, and they are looking for her now. Thank you everyone. PLEASE let me know if you hear anything. They will call me back if they find her.
Many of you have asked about my friends who got covid. She was vax’d, he was not.
She is feeling better & recovering. He is currently in ICU, being proned. He is on 50, yes FIFTY liters of oxygen & intubation seems likely. He has bilateral pneumonia, sepsis, and kidney failure.
UPDATE: 12-6-21 10:47 MST.
Just received another call. My brothers kidney function is looking a lil’ better also. They are redrawing labs at noon & will let me know. The Doc says he’s making “little steps in the right direction.” I’m beyond thrilled. Thank you all for your love.
Ok folks, I need your prayers, good vibes, and love for my niece.
She just had a PET scan to check for metastasizing cancer.
She had beat it, but is now having problems again. Today is also her birthday. All HAS to be ok, right?
YOU DAMN RIGHT! 🙏🏽
UPDATE: 11-21-21 18:21 MDT.
Guess who got to go outside today for some fresh air???
Yup … Marti has had another good day, and I’m so very grateful. I’m starting to tell her about all of you. She can’t believe so many ppl have prayed, sent love, & good wishes for her. I can! ❤️
MEDICAL UPDATE 5/3/24 17:35 … I’m miserable!
My neuromuscular symptoms are currently out of control.
Having trouble walking, sitting, standing.
I’ve been in bed for over a wk., til this afternoon, & lasted 1 hr.
PLEASE pray, send good vibes, etc. I need y’all.
L & H’s ❤️
Hello everyone!
My surgery went well today. Much longer than anticipated, but …
I’m being well cared for, and hoping to go home soon.
A couple of friends are trying to get to me tomorrow, but it is snowing in the mountains, so we shall see.
Ya’ll rest well.
Love & hugs! ❤️
4/20 08:32
Please pray for me or send good vibes. The area around my PICC line is oozing some blood. I’ve held pressure & called my nurse.
I’m not worried about the bleeding, but I CANNOT lose this central line after all I’ve been through to get it. What a nightmare.
LAURIE UPDATE:
Laurie is still w us, & doing some internal work tonight, as her end draws near.
She has been admitted to Hospice, & is more comfortable tonight.
She has been an RN over 25 years, & dedicated her life to helping others.
Thank you all for your outpouring of love.
UPDATE: 12-5-21 10:41 MST.
There are no changes in my brothers condition. He remains very critically ill & on the vent. My sis is about the same too. I’m sorry there’s not much to report, but at least my brother is not any worse. Thanks again for all of your support. ❤️
If your actions create a legacy that inspires others to dream more, learn more, do more and become more, then, you are an excellent leader.
— Dolly Parton
UPDAATE: Marti’s body continues to fight hard.
Her labs are pretty awful this morning, and the CV Team is coming in. Will update as I can. Thank you all for everything. Keep sending those prayers, the love, and well wishes. They ARE making a difference.
Its’ been 3 wks today.
UPDATE re my grand daughter.
I just received a text from HER! I’m so happy, I’m in tears. Says she feels pretty rough, & can’t taste or smell a thing. Also, “nana I feel like a semi ran over me & dragged me.” But she’s better!
Thank you God! and thank all of you for everything!
BABY JACK UPDATE:
Guess who got to go home from the hospital?
He’s doing really well.
His parents want me to tell
all of you how much it meant to them that perfect strangers would pray & love their baby.
This pic was just before he got really sick.
Thank you all again! ❤️
UPDATE: Thought it was high time ya’ll see who you’ve been praying for, sending love to, and wishing well. This is Marti, my best friend. She’s doing well, after an aortic dissection. She’s blessed to be alive. Please continue sending her strength!
We appreciate all of you! ❤️
Good morning friends.
My morning msg is a bit different today.
This is my brother being laid to rest. Covid took him one year ago today, 12/9/21.
My heart hurts. He was the best big brother.
I just needed to tell someone.
I love & miss you, & will see you soon. 🌹
@cammyservantofc
This broke my heart. I’ve lost a child and know the pain.
Lucas. Say his name. He lived, was loved, and will be missed terribly. He mattered in this crazy world. He mattered.
Take care of your heart & soul now, and know someone understands your pain. Blessings. 🌹
#PleaseGetVaccinated
Getting vaccinated, is much better than getting extremely ill from the virus, or dying from it.
Please RT the hashtag, and have a wonderful day! 💜
URGENT REQUEST:
A friend I work w had a baby boy yesterday, & all was ok til’ about an hour ago, when they had to race him to a flight team who flew him to a huge children’s hospital. I’m asking you to pray, send love, or positive energy his way.
His name is Jack.
Love & hugs!
UPDATE: Recently, (past few weeks) I was diagnosed w a very rare neurological disease. It’s progressive, & no cure, BUT … there is treatment to help symptoms, & I start it asap. Bc of side affects, I “might” be gone awhile, but WILL be ok. Know this is a lot, I’m sorry. L&H’s ❤️
UPDATE: Marti remains critical but that’s to be expected after 2 open heart surgeries in 14 days.
Once again, I will never be able to thank you all for your prayers, love, & well wishes. Please continue.
I’m going to lay my head down for a few minutes.
Love & hugs. ❤️
UPDATE: 11-7-21 10:14.
Marti had a good night. She remains stable. You all have played such a huge role in keeping her going, by praying, your love, and kindness. I will never be able to thank you all enough, for me and my best friend!
I make a point to appreciate all the little things in my life. I go out and smell the air after a good, hard rain. These small actions help remind me that there are so many great, glorious pieces of good in the world.- Dolly Parton
⚠️⚠️⚠️ Have been sitting on the plane, on the ground for 1 hour & 20 min now due to bad weather in Denver. High winds in front of a storm front. PLEASE pray I get there. I’ve waited 3 years for this surgery to help possibly finally get a neuromuscular diagnosis.
Thank you! ❤️
UPDATE: 12-7-22 12:17 MST.
No change w my brother. They are a bit concerned about his brain, so are doing more tests today.
My sister is some better.
AND … Marti is HOME!!
What an incredibly strong bestie I have! I don’t even know how to thank ya’ll for your luv & support.❤️
Tell someone today you love them. Seriously … pick up the phone, get in your car and go to someone, reach out.
This is a very hard time of year for so many people. We need love in this world … even those we don’t agree with. Everyone needs love. I love you. ❤️
UPDATE: Marti has had a few setbacks today, but she continues to fight on.
Its’ been a very long 36 hours, and we have a long road ahead, but you all give me hope, love, and energy to pass on to her.
I am forever grateful. 🙏🏽
I love you all! ❤️
UPDATE:
Marti is still in surgery. It’s 2pm MDT. I cannot believe the outpouring of prayers, love, and well wishes. Thank you. Keep them coming.
She needs all of us.
@CAChristianMS
The work we do, is not appreciated anymore. I remember when Physicians & Nurses meant something to ppl. Now, we are doormats. They don’t trust us to give them the science, hell, they don’t trust science at all, but when THEY get sick .. who do they run to?
Sending hugs. ❤️
UPDATE: 11-3-21 09:15 MDT.
Marti had a big change in condition yesterday. Many of you have said it has been such a roller coaster ride, and you are right. PLEASE continue your prayers, and well wishes. She really needs them.
Thank you all for every thing!!
Big brothers are special. Mine was kind, considerate, hard working, & fun. What a great man. Farm boy at heart. He could fix or create anything out of nothing. He LOVED Christmas. Well brother, you now have a front row seat. Hug my daughter, & know I will see ya’ll soon. LYB! ❤️
UPDATE: 11-19-21 13:35 MDT.
Another great day for Marti!
It truly is a miracle. She should not have lived through the aortic dissection the first time, but to have survived the graph busting open again, is well …
I’m so just so grateful! 🙏🏽
Thank you for your support!
MEDICAL UPDATE: 4/1/24 08:32 MDT.
I just received news that my treatment HAS been approved!! But United will only pay if the treatments are given in my home, & not at the hospital, so we will start this Thursday, here at home.
Ty all for your prayers & positive energy.
L&H’s❤️
UPDATE ON BABY JACK:
I can’t thank you all enough for once again supporting me and my friends. Jack is having heart surgery tonight. He is 24 hours old.
Please continue sending him prayers, love, and good energy. He needs them.
His mama & daddy are driving to get to him now.
MEDICAL UPDATE 4/30/24
12:18 MDT …
I am dealing with major side affects from the treatment I received … we think.
I’m very fatigued (haven’t been out of bed for a week), migraine, & nausea.
I’d appreciate prayers, good energy .. anything +.
I’ll keep you posted.
L&H’s ❤️
UPDATE: VERY happy to report that Marti is doing much better this evening. BP has stabilized & her L lung is moving more air w/o evidence of an infiltrate. She’s one tough cookie.
Thank you all again for your prayers, love, & well wishes. Not sure what we would do without you.
I just want to thank ya’ll for your condolences & outpouring of love shown to me and my dad & rest of the family since burying my big brother on Wednesday. I’ve tried to read each msg. Your love always amazes me. I’ve not been on a lot, but want you to know I love you. ❤️🙏🏽
Confession time.
Ive not had a vehicle for a long time.
When Hadley & I go for drives, it’s someone else’s vehicle, or we go w friends.
Today, I was blessed by a friend, who will let me make payments, on 89 Ford Bronco II, Eddie Bauer 4x4. 58K ORIGINAL miles.
Cried all day!
MEDICAL UPDATE 4/2124
17:58 MDT … Just finished first treatment. I’m VERY wiped out, & ready to lay in bed, but wanted y’all to know I’m ok.
PICC line worked great, & dressing was changed.
Tomorrow is day 2 of 3 days of loading dose, then we go monthly.
Love & hugs! ❤️
@GinaLew62634137
Definitely praying for him, & you.
I don’t know what has happened that caused him to have to be on life support, but I will tell you he’s at complete peace right now. I was on a vent in 2020, & very peaceful. Tell him to fight! Keep talking & use his fave music. He CAN hear you.
UPDATE: 11-12-21 14:13
Marti is having a better day today. They’ve started some new meds to keep her heart rate down, & will continue to monitor closely. Im asking for specific prayers, love, & light for her, that she not contract Covid while here.
Her ❤️ can’t take it. Ty all.
BABY JACK UPDATE: Just received word that Jack is not doing well, and cardiology has set up an immediate transfer out to the hospital he was at before. They are going to do the open heart surgery. He’s 23 days old. PLEASE pray, send love, and good vibes. He needs all of us. ❤️
Grief:
I lost my brother in Dec. to Covid, & the memories just came flooding back this morning, then the tears.
I miss him so much, as does the entire family. There’s an empty seat at the table now.
I miss you big brother, and
I sure love you.🌹
MARTI UPDATE:
For those who know the story of my best friend, thank you again for all you did for her & I during that very scary time. For those who don’t, my bestie almost lost her life last Oct. due to a huge ruptured aortic aneurysm.
Today is her BD. So thankful she lived!
Recently my brother & another family member died from Covid, & 8 others were infected. My sister being one. When she got sick, she told me, “I’ve never been this sick.” She just told me “I still have to pray about getting vax’d.” I’m beyond frustrated. I’m done trying, God knows!
BABY JACK: He continues to struggle, cardiac wise. He is 18 days old now. They are trying to get him to 2 months before doing open heart surgery.
His mama & daddy appreciate all the prayers & love extended to him, his brother, and them.