Thursday June 1, 2006
It's just one surprise after another. Today, Molly was suddenly moved out of the SICU into the Pediatric intensive care unit. After almost 3 weeks in the SICU, we have developed a weird sense of belonging and rapport with the doctors and nurses. We are happy that she was well enough to move, but somewhat unready to face yet another change. It is very quiet over here and Molly is scared to be in a different room. We will probably stay with her tonight to keep her calm. She has so much to be terrified of. Truthfully, we are pretty scared ourselves. It's like someone just took away our security blanket.
Visiting hours here are 10 to 6. (Actually, those are the hours that we are allowing for visitors.) The waiting room is TINY. Be prepared if you come up to be really quiet and only 2 in the room at a time. We kinda got spoiled is the SICU.
Our precious daughters, we love you. Sweet dreams. Love you.
Visiting hours here are 10 to 6. (Actually, those are the hours that we are allowing for visitors.) The waiting room is TINY. Be prepared if you come up to be really quiet and only 2 in the room at a time. We kinda got spoiled is the SICU.
Our precious daughters, we love you. Sweet dreams. Love you.
posted by Molly's Page at 9:05 PM
24 Comments:
im sorry molly that you went throw so much on your prom night.you will make it don't think its your time 2 go bcuz its not.
IM GLAD 2 C UR DOING BETTER MOLLY I AM GONA KEEP PRAYING. LET IT FALL IN GODS HANDS AND EVERYTHING WILL BE OK. I PROMISE....
LOVE,
A EAST STUDENT
Hello Bob, Bernie, Katy, and Molly, I'm sure a move like that can be pretty scary. You hit it on the head when you said you lost your security blanket. But every move just means Molly is getting better and she is closer to going home, where she belongs. God bless all of you.
I have to tell you of my uncle Debert from Strausburg, North Dakota. Debert was in the local tavern in town, when a real brash Texan walked in. He sat down next to Debert and asked what he did. Debert told him he was a farmer. The texan then asked how many acres he had. Debert told him he had 320 acres outside of town. The texan laughed and said in a loud voice, "320 acres, son I have a ranch in texas. As a matter of fact I can jump in my truck at the break of dawn and start driving, and by sundown, I still haven't drove to the end of my land." Debert looked at the texan and said, "Yea, I had a truck like that once." Be strong and stay cool. Denver Bob
Molly and Family,
Molly I am so glad to hear that you are starting to heal and things are looking up. I wish I had something profound to tell you that would make your transition from the SICU to the PEDS unit a little less scary. Just know that the staff looking after you now will soon learn to care about you just a deeply as the SICU staff. My family and friends are still praying for you (and I think its sorta working!) Keep your head up and lean on those that love you.
Bobby and Bernie-
I admire your strength and your courage to handle one hell of a situation after another. Keep hanging in there. Your unwavering support and love are the greatest gift you could ever give Molly. And even though she can't say it at this point, she loves you more than ever.
Katy-
Who could ask for a better sister?
Still praying,
Jenna
Molly,
I am glad things are looking up for you and after all you have been through, you will be fine with the transition to the new hospital room. I don't necessarily know you the best but I do know that you are wonderful person with a great personality and sense of humor. I can't wait till you can share that with the world again. Just keep your head up and be strong. My family and I read this blog every now and again and usually leave in tears. We and so many others are praying for you. We bought tibet prayer flags for you, they send blessings on the wind. I will bring this by soon. And Molly's family your just amazing. You have handled this with so much grace and strength; I see why Molly is such a great person.
You all are in my prayers
Mary Hansen
Molly's classmate
I had the same feelings when my daughter was finally moved from the NICU to the not-so-intensive care unit. I could see she was very frightened and I desperately missed the staff who had seen us through such as trying experience. I even wanted all the monitors and equipment put back where they had been!
But I think you'll all feel more at home in a short time. You'll find good people in the PICU and the previous staff will come by to see how Molly's doing as they will be missing her too. This was the case for us.
Wishing you much comfort.
East High Mom
Hello I would just like to say that even though I don't know you I feel like I do Molly I am a ANGEL (class of 90) and no matter how hard it is for us to realize God has a path for each of us and everything happens for a reason while at the time we may not understand why and this is probably going to be the hard time in your life I believe you will be able to over come all the odds as well as to lead a full and rewarding life. you seem to have a ton of friends and family that love and care for you as well as many well wishers including myself so remember MOLLY what doesn't kill you will only make you STRONGER!!!!!!!!!! so kick butt and get well soon so you can get back out to that dance floor!!!!! Ya know your luck you live in the 21st cent. thay have some pretty awesome legs out there now even better than our own hehehe so pick a cute one:) GOOD LUCK -- GET WELL -- MY PRAYERS ARE WITH U AND YOU FAMILY......... OH YEAH ANGELS ALWAYS COME OUT ON TOP!!!!!!! AND YOU ARE DENFINEDLY A ANGEL:)
I know it's scary for Molly and you all to have her move from the SICU to the PICU. However, I think you will find that the staff in the PICU will care for Molly just as much as the staff in the SICU and the relationships you have built with the doctors and nurses in the SICU will continue. They will stop by to follow Molly's progress.
Molly, it's so great to see that you are healing and improving day to day. We all understand that you still have a lot to go through, but you have everyone praying for you everyday.
Bernie, Bob & Katy, please know that everyone is also praying for you all also.
Hang in there. I am sure it was scary to change without some time to adjust to it. But remember, it is the baby steps and they are adding up as hard as it seems to see that some days. You all are always on my mind.
I read the blog every day. Your story has touched so many of us out here. I feel as if I have come to know you and your family through the readings. You are a very fortunate young lady to have such support and know it comes from places you can't imagine. Your family are truly angels and obviously love you tremendously. I guess reading about you helps me to heal in some strange way for the son I lost a year and half ago in a house fire. You are in inspiration for me to keep strong. I know that you are going to make a mark on the world with your progress and positive attitude. You will have all you have known and more. Life is ever changing and those who change with it are truly the survivors. I think of my son every day but it is people like you who make people like me accept life as it comes. Thank you for being my inspiration. God bless you and your family.
Your in our thoughts and prayers.
Pastor Howard and Lynn Cameron
Columbus, OH
I hope today you feel more comfortable as the PICU staff takes. Denver Health has some of the best doctors and nurses in the world. I know you will find a comfort zone -your coping skills have proven it! We are here praying every day. We're sending all the positive energy we have and we're confident we've yet to see the strength of Molly's character in a whole new light.
Hi Molly,
My name is Shannon and I live way out here in Ohio. I know that I am nowhere near you and I don't even know you personally, but my good friend told me what happened to you and I have been praying for you regularly since I heard. I have a daughter that is your age and just attended her Junior Prom, which is why your story is so heartbreaking for me. Please hang in there and know that God has a plan and a purpose for your life. I will keep praying for you and I know that hundreds of other people are doing the same. Be strong :)
Blooms,
I am so sorry for all that you have been through and continue to go through, but I am confident that your family will rise to the challenge of each hurdle and make the best of the bad situations.
The room is certainly different and the people will be different but rationalize it that when Molly needed the absolute best and most dedicated treatment she got it and that is to be appreciated.
Do a few simple things like put up her cap and gown and tassel and the cards and flowers and it will become more familiar each day!
Does Molly's room change indicate that she is no longer in Critical condition? I sure hope so!
I am thinking of you all constantly and eagerly awaiting news of Molly's progress!
All the love in the world!
Joni
Here is a link to the Swim-a-Thon for Molly.
http://www.ancientangels.com/Dear_Community_Partner_for_Molly.pdf
Hope this helps.
Julie S.
The link didn't come through, here it is again
http://www.ancientangels.com/Dear_Community_Partner_for_Molly.pdf
Swimathon Info: Simply go to www.ancientangels.com - there is a link right on the home page!
My Dad was in the SICU for 8 days last year and we had the exact same reaction when he was moved. Have faith that you will bond with Molly's new caregivers. They are there to love on your daugter. New surroundings will feel comforatble in no time. You will also love visiting your "old" friends in the SICU.
Dear Molly and Family,
We are glad to hear that Molly is doing better, and you all remain in our thoughts and prayers.
Love The Smith Family
Dear Molly and Family,
We are glad to hear that Molly is doing better, and you all remain in our thoughts and prayers.
Love The Smith Family
I heard about your story on the news and have been following it through this web site. You are in my prayers. I have 3 children of my own and do not know how you are surviving! This has to be so hard on you all. I wish you the best'
With each day comes new challenges and obstacles that we must face unwillingly and unhappily. But with each of these challenges comes the glory of over coming them and looking forward to the next day that will bring you even more happiness and glory as the last one.
You are so strong Molly. I am always thinking and praying for you and your family.
Sincerely, AF
Molly,
17 and Pediatrics! Don't they know you are not a child any more? Imagine, Mickey and Minnie Mouse running across the walls, Hmph. I'll bet if you looked you can find Goofy and Doofy, and maybe even Christopher Robin. Hey you know what, maybe it isn't so bad after all.
Remember when Bob and Bernie read you all those stories before you went to sleep? Remember Eyeore, remember Honey? Well, maybe it is really OK, for a little while anyway. Those nurses and staff, they know how to comfort and care. Might as well let them.
Here in San Diego County, we are enjoying unusual sun for June, I am certain Aunt Frani has told you about June Gloom. Well not these last few days.
Frani was not on the train today, but Monday she will be and that is good.
Hugs and Love and lots of great stuff,
Terrie
Thank you all so much for the updates.
It is so helpful to continually hear about you molly. Elise, Allie, Becca and I are leaving for Europe on monday! We are planning to send postcards, i hope thats ok. Meanwhile it sounds like the move is difficult for you all. at the same time it must be nice to be out of ICU. BEst of luck with the recovery. i know it will be quite the journey for all of you.
Much love,
Adrienne
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