Saturday, June 10, 2006
Sorry there was no post yesterday, I just couldn't put a good spin on anything. Molly's infections were getting worse and they keep finding more internal injuries. Today has been somewhat better. Her temperature is down and she seems to be a little better. When they said there would be hills and valleys, I didn't understand that they meant there would be valleys and crevices. We are still waiting for a hill. I thought this would be easier by now, but it gets harder every day. If feels like we are watching our child slip away. She can't talk now because the passamear(?) valve was making it too hard for her to breathe. Another step back. Molly had another surgery today and has been resting, but she is usually ready to see visitors.
Cindy O'Neil has asked me to let you swimmers know that the registration packets are available on her porch at 2045 Fairfax St. Molly is really touched by the enthusiasm over the swim-a-thon. Thanks to everybody who is planning, participating, and pledging. We are so grateful.
Cindy O'Neil has asked me to let you swimmers know that the registration packets are available on her porch at 2045 Fairfax St. Molly is really touched by the enthusiasm over the swim-a-thon. Thanks to everybody who is planning, participating, and pledging. We are so grateful.
posted by Molly's Page at 2:01 PM
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SORRY ABOUT YESTERDAY BEING ROUGH ON YOU ALL, THAT MEANS WE ALL OUT HERE HAVE TO PRAY A LITTLE HARDER & MORE FOR YOU ALL!FOR EVERYONE ELSE WHO POST SOMETHING ON HERE, LETS ALL PRAY A LITTLE BIT HARDER FOR MOLLY & HER FAMILY. GOD WILL HEAR US & ANSWER IN A POSTIVE WAY! GOD BLESS MOLLY & ALL THE BLOOM FAMILY FROM JUDY IN LA.
As hard as it is,sometimes we have to take 2 steps back to move 1 step forward. But we're moving forward just the same. And hopefully soon, they will all be steps forward. Our hearts break with less than great news. We are all pulling so hard for Molly. We will continue to pray for good days ahead. Keep the faith.
A warm embrace to Molly and to all of you, and thanks to Cindy and the swimathon team for helping us to do our small part in Molly's recovery.
With good thoughts and prayers for her strength and recovery,
East High Family
I can only say that my heart is broken for you and your family. As a mother of 4 young children, the only thing we truly fear is the well-being of our children. To all parents out there- love your children, cherish how precious they are, and appreciate all the days we have with them. Things can change so quickly, even to parents that have done everything to keep their children safe.
To Molly and her parents and sibling(s)- You touch our hearts and souls. Molly, your beautiful smile and your soul is what makes you you. Fight hard.
I hope the swim-a-thon goes well for you guys, Virginia Vale pool has alot of posters signed by people to give to Molly which i hope makes her feel better. I hope very much that she will get better and that doctors will find a way for Molly to swim again,hopefully.
- Aaron
I am so sorry that this is so rough. Remember that we are always praying for you.
As you know, if there is ever anything that we can do, just yell. We love you.
Jay, Michelle, Lindz, Jocie, JT, Rachel
Bernie, you don't know me, but I also work for LPS (as a PACE Parapro). I also have a daughter named Molly, and she's a beautiful, resilient young lady much like your Molly is. There's something about that name, isn't there? I'm sure there are days (like yesterday) when you wonder how much more you can take. It is obvious from your postings, though, that you are all strong individuals and even stronger as a family. Hold tight to your faith and your love for one another, lean on your friends, and know that there are thousands of us out here who haven't even met you who are praying for you and sending love your way. Keep fighting, Miss Molly! There are brighter days ahead for all of you.
I just got home from work and read your posting. I'm so sorry that yesterday was not a good day. As difficult as it is, all the injuries have to be found in order to fix them.The crevices will become more shallow and the hills wil begin to appear. I pray for you all that this will happen soon.
Marga
To The Bloom Family,
Every day that Molly is here on this earth is a great gift. I know what it is like to lose a daughter at 21. As hard as it is to have to go the hospital day after day and watch your daughter fight for her life, she is fighting and she will triumph over this. Sounds like she has a competitive nature. She will not let this beat her, she will continue to fight. Every day she is here is an testament of how hard she is fighting and that is a HILL. I am praying for you all to have the strength to get through this. I have done some my best crying in the shower. It is very theraputic. God Bless, Amy
Hello Bob, Bernie, Katy and Molly, Keep your faith as the days go on. It will get better. I know God is with Molly at this time and always. I am so sorry things are so tough right now. I continue to pray for your family.
I bought a bottle of Evian water today and noticed something. I paid two bucks for the water, and was thinking, what is Evian spelled backwards? Explains the 2 bucks for the bottle of water. Stay strong and stay cool, Denver Bob
what excruciating challenges. i am sorry yesterday was so difficult and hope today gave everyone much needed improvement and rest. it must be difficult for molly to "lose her voice" again. all of you continue to be so courageous and find strength to meet each new day with the determination to do what must be done to recover. thank you for sharing.
PLEASE KNOW THAT YOU HAVE GIVEN US HUGE PHYSICAL AND EMOTIONAL STRENGTH AS WE'VE SHARED YOUR STRUGGLE. I HAVE A MANTRA: I CAN DO IT, BECAUSE MOLLY IS DOING IT. SHE'S STRONG. I'M STRONG. SHE'S NOT GIVING UP AND NEITHER WILL I. WE'RE ALL HERE PULLING FOR YOU, SHARING YOUR STRENGTH AND YOUR STRUGGLE. YOU'RE OUR HEROES! (BERNIE, YOU'RE A SPECIAL HERO FOR YOUR AMAZING INSIGHT FOR ABBY IN THE MIDST OF CRUSHING REALITIES. I CAN'T SAY THANK YOU BIG ENOUGH!)
LYNN HETTERICH
Thinking of you often, Molly and family! Hang in there, you can do it...there is SO much love all around you!
Dear Bernie, Bob and Molly,
I can only imagine how you felt on a day like yesterday. Your lives have been turned totally upside down for the past month. Every day you get up and dig way down deep in your soul for the strength to be with Molly another day at the hospital as she fights this awful battle. However, I saw Molly on Friday, then I saw Molly on Saturday and the change was incredible. Yesterday there was determination and self satisfaction in her eyes. She was so proud of herself for sitting up on the side of the bed. She's charged up - and not to say there won't be a few more difficult days ahead, but she's not going to let this tragic situation hold her back - she's moving forward and she KNOWS she can overcome this. Just as Molly is drawing strength from you and Bob and Katie, you can draw on strength from her. Bob and Bernie, you are blessed with one strong minded, determined young lady there and because of that - you ALL will be stronger and better (as hard as that may be to believe!) for this situation. May God continue to bless you and send you the strength and courage you need.
Bloom Family, I'm in the midst of my own personal drama of very difficult times, though not medically like your dear Molly: and, I have to tell you how observing all of you over this past month has given me strength in dealing with my own personal tragedies. Thank you so much for sharing your life with the world. Your turmoils and sorrows are helping me become a better person. I think of Molly every day, many times, and pray for all of you often. Your struggles now, and how you are "dealing" with them are powerful reminders that we humans can accomplish just about anything we want to, given our acceptance that sometimes the work to get "there" demands our determination and committments far greater than we would ever have imagined. Every day that I read about Molly and the incredible determination she must have to carry her life on, and the awesome support all of her family and friends are giving her, I am able to walk just a bit easier for that day. If you all can get through this, then I certainly can get through my current turmoils. Thank you for YOUR unintentional support and help for me. I continue to pray for you all...... and East Faculty member
... an East Faculty member
Molly, keep the faith and keep up the good fight. It sounds like you and your family are very strong and have a lot of love and support. I have a story that I hope will bring some encouragement to you. As a paramedic I've spent 18 years helping people who are sick and injured. Two years ago I was in a terrible boating accident. My back was broken in two places, my left leg crushed, and I almost lost it after an infection developed in the joint. It took me a year to learn to walk again. I thought my life was over, my career was gone. Last year I decided to move to Colorado and start over. The kindness and generosity of people here was overwhelming. It's been part of the strength I needed to help me over those "hills". I actually went skiing again this winter and though the 4 year olds passed me by, I was just happy to be out there again. I realize your situation is much different, but I hope I can offer you some encouragement to keep fighting and know that there are so many people out there with you in their thoughts. When times get tough, remember all your family and friends who are there just waiting for you to come home. You've got a lot of love from your friends and family, as well as enormous support from the community. I wish you and your family the best...SD
As an East parent of Molly's swim team sisters I know Molly is a fighter and her friends love and respect her and your family beyond measurable levels. I guarantee you any and all limits doctors put on Molly's physical potential today will be surpassed. Not only because we have yet to see Molly's spiritual and physical strength of ability, but also because this is an amazing generation and the advances they will make scientifically and medically will insure a quality of life, not just for Molly but also for our solders and Mallory and many many more. Keep the faith. We are here every day praying for that hill.
I read your story in the Denver Post this morning. This might sound naive, but I had no idea Molly's injuries were so bad! I am so incredibly sorry for what has happened. You are definitely in my thoughts and prayers! Hang in there!
Dear Molly, and family-
Still sending you love and hope and concern and a simple continuous prayer as you all move through these long dark tunnels of 'setback' into the light of recovery every day.
An East High family
Molly, God bless you and keep you strong as you fight the battle to overcome this terrible thing that has happened to you. Every night I pray to God to help you accept this new direction your life has taken. I pray that you will have all the resources you need to allow you to become the wonderful woman you are intended to be. Please know I love you. My love goes to your wonderful family as well.
Tyson's Grandmama (Ada)
thanks
thanks for bringing everyone hope
and the thoughts your story brought to me im sure when time passes you WILL be able to get back in the water and joke around like in your past years time passes and that is your advatage in time wounds heal enemies become friends and dreams become reality praying and dreaming is the only thing we could do but YOU can do anything you can dont let someone elses mistake take your dreams away and time will be your advantage
thanks
thanks
thanks for bringing everyone hope
and the thoughts your story brought to me im sure when time passes you WILL be able to get back in the water and joke around like in your past years time passes and that is your advatage in time wounds heal enemies become friends and dreams become reality praying and dreaming is the only thing we could do but YOU can do anything you can dont let someone elses mistake take your dreams away and time will be your advantage
thanks
thanks
thanks for bringing everyone hope
and the thoughts your story brought to me im sure when time passes you WILL be able to get back in the water and joke around like in your past years time passes and that is your advatage in time wounds heal enemies become friends and dreams become reality praying and dreaming is the only thing we could do but YOU can do anything you can dont let someone elses mistake take your dreams away and time will be your advantage
thanks
thanks
thanks for bringing everyone hope and the thoughts your story brought to me, im sure when time passes you WILL be able to get back in the water and joke around like in your past years time passes and that is your advatage in time, wounds heal enemies become allies and dreams become reality. praying and hoping is the only thing we can do but YOU control what you can do so dream your soul out, dont let someone elses mistake take your dreams away and time will be your advantage.
so thanks
thanks for everything
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