Tuesday, June 20, 2006
It's amazing. Ask and ye shall receive. Molly has had several good days in a row. No fever, her healing continues, she stood with a walker today. It is painful to watch, but everything physical that she does makes her mind that much clearer and stronger. What a kid!
Tomorrow is the big day. If this flap gets rejected, they will only have one more chance to do this again, so we are praying that nothing goes wrong with this surgery or her recovery. It will be a long one, so visitors are discouraged. She will probably be sedated most of the day. Call Thursday to see how she is feeling about company.
It's hard to believe that just a week ago, the picture remained so bleak and scary. Molly still has so much to go through, but we are elated by how much progress she has made in 8 days. Leah, your pictures are great. Soon, we hope to have a link on this page to all of the video that Molly Hughes did for and about Molly.
We are sending our love to everyone who has supported us throughout this ordeal. How are you kids doing? Anyone need any help? If there is anything we can do, please let us know. My friend is still offering counseling help. If it helps you just to talk to Molly, if you can't come in, call her.
Tomorrow is the big day. If this flap gets rejected, they will only have one more chance to do this again, so we are praying that nothing goes wrong with this surgery or her recovery. It will be a long one, so visitors are discouraged. She will probably be sedated most of the day. Call Thursday to see how she is feeling about company.
It's hard to believe that just a week ago, the picture remained so bleak and scary. Molly still has so much to go through, but we are elated by how much progress she has made in 8 days. Leah, your pictures are great. Soon, we hope to have a link on this page to all of the video that Molly Hughes did for and about Molly.
We are sending our love to everyone who has supported us throughout this ordeal. How are you kids doing? Anyone need any help? If there is anything we can do, please let us know. My friend is still offering counseling help. If it helps you just to talk to Molly, if you can't come in, call her.
posted by Molly's Page at 4:20 PM
39 Comments:
It makes me so happy to hear about Molly's progress!!! I am glad to hear that her inner strength is growing just as much as her physical strength. Molly, it was amazing to see all of the people at the swim-a-thon that came out to support you! There were girls from the East team and some ex-Aquawolves and even some from GW (though East totally kicked their butts, ha ha). There were also people who didn't even know you and decided to get into the pool and swim or practically throw money at those of us working at the table in front. You are so loved, Molly, and I hope that you keep this in the front of your mind. We are all pulling for you and are completely inspired by your courage and strength.
Hi Molly,
This is the first time I have commented but I have been reading the blog everyday. I am a junior at East. While your "incident" is so tragic I believe you, and your family, are handling it amazingly. You are such an inspiration to all of us. You give a whole new meaning to the phrase, "Girl Power." If I was in this situation, I dont know how I would be able to handle all of the challenges that you face on a daily basis. Keep your head up. You have a long road ahead of you but just remember how far you have come.
ALways remember, you have all the East Angels on your side and since we are all awesome you WILL get through this. I just know it for a fact.
Peri
Molly,
I am so glad that you are facing the surgery tomorrow from a position of stability and your improving strength. I am sending nothing but positive thoughts and prayers for a successful outcome.
All my best wishes to you, the Amazing Molly.
You are so wonderful, we are all pulling for you and your wonderful family!!!
Molly and family,
I just sent an email to my church, Colorado Community, for extra special prayers tomorrow. We are praying for successful surgery, continued recovery, and peace, joy, strength, and hope for you and your family.Hang in there!
We are praying that the flap surgery goes well. And it is great that you were up today. That is truly amazing!
Keep up this awesome strength. It is good that someone in the family ended up strong. Not like the rest of us weenies.
We love you,
Jay, Michelle, Linz, Joc, JT, Rachel
good luck. keep faith. smile and laugh.
Molly, how amazing that you are standing. good luck tomorrow with the flap surgery! get this surgery behind you and on to what comes next. i'm so glad you are living, laughing, loving!
bernie, you are awesome...
Molly, way to go! Continue to fight, don't let this kick your spirit. Good luck tomorrow. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
MJ- Denver
Hey there super Molly! You are in my thoughts and prayers and heart many times every single day ... but tomorrow in an especially big way that everything goes well with your surgery. You are AMAZING, kiddo. We just keep rooting for you!
Another MJ ... and East mom
Molly,
I'm only a 6th going on 7th grader at my school and let me just say, that night has effected my whole family and lots more everywhere. Not only because it was also my sisters prom that night, but mainly almost all because of that limo driver. I can't even imagine what you're going through. Be strong and I know you'll make it though all of this and thrive and be wonderful in your life time.
with all hope,
Gabrielle
Hi Blooms,
Wow! Wow!! And triple Wow!!! You are quite possibly the most amazing 17 year old I know. I am praying so hard for your surgery tomorrow. Think only positive thoughts, and send all those little germ vermin packin' so this is so successful even your docs will know you're super human.
As always, we are sending tons and buckets of love and prayer your way,
Cindy
p.s. It made my day when you covered your trach and said "Hi, Cindy". Thanks:)
Hi Blooms,
I have been reading faithfully, every day but haven't written.
I am so proud of Molly and her progress! Isn't a teenagers, a female teenagers at that amazing? Women are so strong and from the very beginning! Men are too, women are just a little different!
Bernie, it is a true testament to your character, that you offer help to others amidst all of your current struggles!
Today is my birthday and my wish is for Molly to get better!
All the love in the world!
Molly,
It was so wonderful to see how much you have improved. Tomorrow is a big day. Sleep well, stay strong and know that we are all sending positive thoughts to you and your family.
I am also sending positive thoughts to your surgeons, so that they will perform miracles.
Marga,Drew,Amy and Erik
Hello Bob, Bernie, Katy, and Molly, What a special girl that Molly is. As Gomer Pyle used to say, Special, Special, Special. It is so nice to hear things are looking up from last week.
I've been thinking about how my 50th birthday is coming up. I'm feeling old. I thought it was bad when I started thinking of "getting lucky" as finding my car in the parking lot. Now I really feel old. My wife gave up sex for Lent. The problem is, I just found out about it yesterday. Stay strong and stay cool, Denver Bob
Molly...you are unbeleivable. I love you.
Bob, Bernie, Katy...you couldn't be doing a better job.
I know you hear these things 106 times a day, but i really hope you take it to heart. You are a truly exceptional family. I thought so even before this happened.
- - Love to all of you Bloomers - -
Molly, you did fantastic today! I know you were scared that your leg wouldn't hold you but it did for several minutes at a time. Way to go! As your leg gets stronger you'll gain more confidence and each day you'll be able to do more. Our thoughts and prayers are with you for a successful surgery tomorrow. Stay strong, you are on your way!
Bernie and Bob, I enjoyed talking with you and sharing such a monumental step in Molly's recovery. Every day you are going to see Molly doing more. She's on her way, yay! Get some much need rest,tomorrow's a big day.
Katy I hope I'll get to meet you soon as well. You have an amazing family!
Love to you all,
Martha
Molly,
You are so courageous. Hang in there strong one, Jay was right we are all weenies. Love and prayers for surgery.
Frani
miss mol-i hope tomorrow goes smoothly... i cant wait to see you next! i miss you, a lot.
b,b & k... you guys stay strong too... dont get too upset when molly doesnt want you around all the time... i mean com'on! your only her parents! :)
the good always comes with the bad, and the bad is what makes us grow... the good just gives us time to refuel and strenthen ourselves to face it when it gets rough. remember that, and dont forget to charge your own batteries!
i love you all, goodnight.
Will be thinking about you today, Molly, and hoping that your surgery goes well. It's so good to hear that you are doing better! Remember, people all over the country are praying for you every day! You're definitely an amazing young woman. Stay strong!
Nashville, TN
Molly, Bob, Bernie and Katy,
Way across the country in Massachusetts my family, friends, colleagues and my own patients join me in prayers for a successful surgery today.
Much love,
Rich
Molly, I know that everyone is saying special prayers for you today that your surgery is successful. You are such a brave and couragous girl. You inspire us all.
Bernie, Bob & Katy, keep the faith you have an amazing daughter and sister. You all as a family inspire us all also.
" When you fail at something, never think that you cannot get up and move forward. It just means that you have not learned what you are supposed to learn. Always remember, Life is a Journey… there is so much to learn and so much to explore."
Keep up your sprit and strength Molly; I am so happy to hear that you stood up yester day. That is just amazing. I wish you well today in your surgeries. I know you will come out even stronger from each one. You are such a fighter
AF
Molly, Bernie, Bob, Katie,
We are w/ you.
LOVE CFD
So thrilled to hear each day that Molly you are doing better, I think all our prayers are working! Keep up the great work and we think of you daily! It was my pleasure to help work the swim-a-thon, the outpour of well-wishers and donations was overwhelming! Go Molly Go! Love,
Julie
Molly,
We read this blog every day and are very interested in your progress and emotional well being. We have faith that you will overcome every obstacle on your way to recovery and with all of the support of family and friends become stronger each day. Take pride in how far you have come...have faith in how far you can go.
Bernie and Bob- We enjoyed our time with you both and hope to meet Molly some day. You are an amazing family! (B,B,M&K).
All my prayers and love for a successful surgery! East Mom
Way to go Molly!! We'll be praying for you today!.
praise God that she is doing better. God is awesome and always in control.
i will continue to pray for your ongoing recovery, Molly but you hang in there. you're doing great.
Molly and Family,
You are all courageous! I read your blog daily and pray for each of you. Molly, may your future be filled with unexpected miracles and the blessings you deserve.
Janet Zeyen
A DPS Teacher
I was looking at the East High Alumni site wehn I learned about Molly. ( I was on the swim team too 81-83.) Since learing about her both my husband and I begin and end our days with prayers for both Molly and your family. We chack her progress every day. I am humbled my by your strength and devotion. Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. May God bless you all.
I was looking at the East High Alumni site when I learned about Molly. ( I was on the swim team too 81-83.) Since learning about her both my husband and I begin and end our days with prayers for both Molly and your family. We check her progress every day. I am humbled my by your strength and devotion. Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. May God bless you all.
molly -
i pray that today your body is strong, and that your spirit is strong...and that the surgery goes exactly as planned.
sending love from Los Angeles
Molly - good luck to ya!!
Thanks Bernie for suggesting I put the info on here about the benefit we are having for Molly.
Littleton Public Schools transportation and the Littleton Elks Lodge are having a Spaghetti & Salad bar fund raiser on July 14.
Any and every one is welcome to attend. $5.00 per person. We will be raffling off prizes and we will have a live band. ACC is allow us to use their parking lot for parking. We are hoping to have a great turn out. We have been putting fliers out every where. Thanks for all those who will be able to attend.
Sandy
Lord, You invite all who are burdened to come to You. Allow Your healing hand to heal Molly. Touch her soul with Your compassion for others. Touch her heart with Your courage and infinite love for all. Touch her mind with Your wisdom, that her voice may always proclaim Your praise. Teach her to reach out to You in her need, and help her to lead others to You by her example. Most loving Heart of Jesus, bring Molly’s health in body and spirit that she may serve You with all her strength. Touch gently this life which You have created, now and forever.
M- May you heal this child
O- Out of your love for her
L – Let her feel your healing hands in which
L – Life is the source from which God created
Y – Your trust in God will be known
B – Believe in Him
L – Love Him
O – Open up your heart to Him
O – Obey His commandments
M – Mending of your body will be a SUCCESS
Parks & Rec Co-Worker
From our lips to God's ears - may all the positive comments and prayers bring Molly a glorious future and many blessings to her and the amazing family Bloom. We are humbled and encouraged by your courage and strength.
Bernie, Bob and MOLLY,
Since you have been gone we have missed you and this site has helped us keep up. I am so proud of you Molly and so happy that you finally got to see the tops of some of those promised hills. I hope surgery goes well and that your road to recovery continues to go forward. You are a superstar and an inspiration to all. The steps taken with the walker are amazing. Bob and Bernie I think of you and your struggle daily. Never quit believing that you are incredible parents and part of the reason that Molly has done so very well. Stay strong and keep each other close. I got your t shirt- what a wonderful thing it all was!! Keep the faith and be strong. We will await more success stories and they will come. Thinking of you
Sally
Hello. I was thinking that people could wear a ribbon (or tie a ribbon on their car's antenna or whatever) to show support of the Bloom family. Perhaps the ribbon could be in Molly's favorite color. Another idea could be a fundraiser selling the ribbons
Molly: My daughters, Molly and Aimee,and son swim for Ken Caryl in the summer. This weekend is the Invite, and we know that you have been a participant with Virginia Vale in the past. The Lightning are having a special fund raiser on your behalf. We are "selling" Hearts for Molly for folks to write their thoughts and tie to the fence around the pool. We hope the fence is full by the end of the meet on Sat! We are keeping you in our prayers. I am an Infectious Disease Physician and wound Care Specialist so I know what you and your family are have been going through and what you face. Stay strong.
I just noticed that I put anonymous on my blogger. I apologized. My name is Darlene January and I wrote the Prayer and Acrostic Poem with Molly's name on it. I am a National Poet Laureate
through poets.com and also am a co-worker of Molly's. Eventhough I don't know her but I love her the just the same. Reading all the email to her and her family says a lot to me. She is a wonderful teenager. I know that God will put his healing hand on her and heal her afterall she is God's Child. I hope the best for you Molly and your family. You are Blessed.
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