Friday, August 5, 2006
They have been keeping Molly very busy at Children's. She continues to make progress every day, but not without sacrifices. Her wound still has a lot of healing to do, but she is getting stronger all the time. No time frame on when she will be able to come home, but I don't anticipate that happening very soon. Her spirits are good and her sense on humor is back with a vengence. She was talking on the phone with a friend yesterday who asked her what she had planned for today and she replied, "I'm planning to lie around in bed all day." Now that was funny(and a little sad.)
In about 10 days most of her friends will be off to college. That's when things will get a little harder. Up until now, she has had visitors every day and they have been a great distraction for her. She should be joining them. Hopefully by next year, if everything goes well, she will.
Gotta get back there. Love you Molly, Katy, and Bob.
In about 10 days most of her friends will be off to college. That's when things will get a little harder. Up until now, she has had visitors every day and they have been a great distraction for her. She should be joining them. Hopefully by next year, if everything goes well, she will.
Gotta get back there. Love you Molly, Katy, and Bob.
posted by Molly's Page at 7:24 AM
53 Comments:
Hello, My name is Annie Horsky. I live in Long Island, New York. I have been following Molly's Recovery..since I have heard of her accident. I have been keeping her in my prayers. She is very special to have such faith and keep herself so strong. I am glad to read that she has such a strong foundation of support. I had broken my neck in 1989, and my support system was not so significant..Now, I am fine. :). I would love to send her a card. My email address is anniehorsky@yahoo.com if you could send me her address that would be great. I am 36 years old and work for a company that resells Microsoft Dynamics Software. I would love to give her extra encouragement. Cards are always great! I love to get them, maybe she will too!
Stay strong!! You guys are doin' great. I check in every day and send positive thoughts your way! As Annie Horsky said, cards are great. Could we send Molly some? What address should we use? Hope today is a great day for all 4 of you! Best wishes from HOT Upstate NY!
This question is more directed to the people who respond to these blogs. And I hope not to offend anyone, because I am just curious. But what exactly happened to Molly? I know that she has lost a leg, but is it from the knee down or from the thigh down, or what? And did the driver just fly away and run over her leg, or did she hit something...I do not know the full story..I am just wondering if anyone can give me some details. Thank you.
There are a ton of links on the right side of the page that answer this question as well as reading the blog from the beginning. Please do your research on your own
Search the denver post and rocky montain news sites for her name, they both have fairly comprehensive stories on the event
Hi Bernie-
I am Leah Millis's mom, Lokken. I think about you all the time.
I am doing a triathlon this Sunday, and dedicating it to Molly. I've raised money for the fund.
Leah & I are hoping to come by some time next week..
lots of love!
lokken
lokken@millisnet.com
There are hundreds of students who will be at East High School this year who have been indirectly affected by this tragedy. They might be friends of a friend, former classmates of Molly, or just students who have been following Molly's progress daily and participating in the fundraising events. If the Bloom family has any interest, they would be thrilled to fill in for all those visitors who are going off to college. Just let them know your wishes and they'll step up to the plate!
Dear Readers,
Molly's graduation gift was a lap top that has internet service. She can log on here and read your messages. Mail can be sent care of Childrens' Hospital 1056 E. 19th Avenue Denver CO 80218-1007.
Thank you, Stephanie and Anon. 8:52 & 9:12 for your replies to 8:26 questions. Molly and the rest of the family is beginning to reach the point of getting beyond that horrific event and just dealing with the here and now. Repeating the explanations is something that we are trying to no longer do.
Thank you all for your kind thoughts and support for Bernie, Bob, Molly and Katy. You have all helped a great deal with their healing process. Each and every one of you must have some very lucky people in your own lives.
Molly's Aunt Peggy
I just want to second the suggestion above. There are many students and families still at East who would enjoy providing visits, entertainment, favorite foods, etc. for Molly after school begins. Do let us know how best we can help.
East Mom
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Hopefully, Molly will be able to maybe take some spring classes if she keeps going the way she is.
We are all sill praying for her recovery everyday.
Hopefully, Molly will be able to maybe take some spring classes if she keeps going the way she is.
We are all sill praying for her recovery everyday.
"Aunt Peggy" I think you're wonderful. You explain the things Bernie and Bobby don't have the time to. I wish I could be doing something to help. Our family tells me you have been fantastic in all you have been doing and how much your kids have been doing too.
Thank you for being there,
Love
"Aunt Frani"
I have just been told of the sites of the Mollypalooza event. For those who could not attend, go to www.rockislandclub.com or
http://www.blacktie-colorado.com/premiere_events/details.cfm?id=1486
There are great pictures of 350 kids who wished and continue to wish Molly well.
Stay strong all of you Blooms and extended family. We think of you and keep you in our prayers.
Thank you Aunt Peggi for helping us to keep up with Molly's progress.
Molly, you and your family (extended also included) continue to amaze and inspire many, many people. It takes a village to raise a child and it takes a village and many, many prayers to help someone to face each day what you have been through and continue to deal with daily. May you feel raindrops on your face soon.
My thoughts and prayers continue to be with you! Thank you Bernie, Bob, Aunt Peggi and everyone that keeps this blog going! Many of us read this on a daily basis to keep up with Molly. God Bless you all.
Would it be at all possible for Molly to take some IDL classes this semester (or even just one class)? I believe almost all colleges/universities offer them, and she might feel she was a bit more "in the loop" with her friends. Just a thought, and, as always keeping all of you in thought and prayer.
Bernie, Bob, Katie and MOLLY,
I have followed your story on the news since the accident happened but didn't know about this "blog" until late last night. It was mentioned on the Whitney Cerek Blog as a comment.
I started reading this at about midnight and after a few tears, finally finished at around 3 am. Read it all!!
I'd just like to say that you are such an awesome, awesome family!! I will continue to get updates on here daily as well as my daily visits to Whitney's Blog. Bernie you have done a fantastic job with your daily postings, and your emotions and feelings are so honest. I wish I could give all of you a huge hug!!
Molly, you now have a new, HUGE FAN in Pittsburgh and I will closely follow up on how you are doing.
GO GIRL....U ARE AWESOME!!!!!
Al from Pittsburgh, PA
PS:
Denver Bob:
Enjoyed reading your comments...helped a little thru some of the tears as I read the entire blog and comment section last night!! You seem like a great guy!!
Molly,
I'm Jeff. Your mom dropped by and said hello today. My son Mark shared space with you over at PSL hospital. Mark's in rehab at Spalding on PSL grounds and sends his best...as does his "team" (kathy, lindsay, matt, eva and me).
If you are up for it, let's have a meeting of kindred spirits one of these days? We admire your courage.
jeff
To the 1:57 P.M. blogger: I think the comment you made to Molly's aunt Peggy is very rude, uncalled for, and not at all true. I do not see any exploitation in Peggy's messages. She is Molly's aunt for crying out loud! And her message is truthful and kind, (unlike your message to say the least). Please read the following definition for "exploit", because it describes what YOU have done to a "T" when you used this blog in the manner which you did at 1:57 p.m;
Exploit: To make use of selfishly or unethically.
Let's ignore negative comments...all they want is attention and lets all make a promise that this is the last comment to be posted about or to those making negative comments....:) From now on, put them on ignore.
Love to the Blooms!!! Thank you for sharing your lives with us!!
My daughter was in a car accident just after I paid her Autumn quarter tuition for her Freshman year. With mulitples fractures to her pelvis, closed head wound and very little mobility she missed her first quarter of college but did do an on-line class...this kept her focused...can't say she remembers much but it kept her busy! Surgery the following winter quarter knocked her out of school but God's hand was in this all....she has since recovered from the surgery (a result of the accident), changed colleges and majors and has found a wonderful support group of young Christian adults less than a mile from our home....God is faithful.
To Molly's friends that are starting college: you will be busy but please remember your friend. It is hard to watch everyone go their way and you are left behind. The way you have stood by her so far proves you will continue to support her when college begins.
Molly: Keep up the work! You amaze and inspire me to be more than I am. The challenges you face everyday prove your character and your will.
No doubt, you will come out on top!
Anytime Molly is ready for some canine visitors, please let us know. The Denver CCI puppy raisers would love to stop by with our pups. Puppy kisses from Hudson, Java, Palima and Phlox.
Still, here, still keeping my thoughts with you.
I've had the pleasure of taking some online courses, with the right teacher especially it can be great. It certainly kept me busy.
I hope you're still getting to go outside. Here in Denver it's obvious that the year has turned, some of the trees, stressed by the drought are beginning to demonstrate their colorful consent to autumn. We've had some break in the heat. Of course the darkness falls earlier, the change is in the air.
I hope that you are able to see more of the outside during this season to come, it's so pleasant and colorful, we are so lucky to live in such a beautiful state.
pr
FROM NICOLE IN CHARLOTTE
FROM NICOLE IN CHARLOTTE
Huggs and kisses to everyone, Molly, keep it up sister.
xoxox lol :)
Hello, my name is Denise Schmidt, and we live in the Golden area. Our positive thoughts and prayers and with Molly and your family. Our daughter was rear ended in her car on C470 by a drunk driver on June 8, 2006, and by the grace of God and a wonderful guardian angel, she survived! I can relate to your comments on how time seems to "stand still", but it sounds like progress is slowly being made. We would love to send her a card. My e-mail address is dschmidt@immeron.com.
Bernie, your time warp will end eventually as you settle into a "new normal" for your daughter and your family. The memories of the trauma will surprise you at times, but you will continue on. You are so fortunate to have your dear Molly. And so fortunate that her mind, spirit and sense of humor are still intact.
It took us a good two years to be able to move on after my husband lost his leg below the knee from a traumatic accident. At the time we had a 9 month old baby. It was devestating! We thought life could never be good again. We have since been blessed with two more beautiful children. My husband has a similar "drive and determination" as I sense Molly has. He would NOT let it ruin his life.
We too had some angry feelings towards a negligant driver of a tanker-truck. After the battles, we had to put the anger away and let it go so it would not destroy us or the future we dreamed of with our family. We have a great life. So will Molly. She has the strength for it.
MJ-Denver
Bernie,
Is there a place we can send cards to Molly via US Mail?
MJ Denver
Hey! I guess my age shows when I tell you this but...I was stuck on Tues. blog. I kept checking in and finding the same blog. I was kind of scared...didn't hear from ya's! Then I went to original message and here I have missed a week of blogs.So glad to hear that you are still going forward! You are so strong and I don't see you feeling left out or whatever! I see you realizing how extra-ordinary you are and that you will take a class or two on line and you will find a way to accomplish a sense of purpose or whatever it is that you need to feel at the moment! I still get mad when things don't go easy for my children...after all they have endured I feel that life should just be easier. But its not...it is just different! And what the real miracle is is that they handle it with so much more ease than I! Your Molly will too! And your Katie...well she will really surprise you! You before this accident did all the things that needed done to make you all who you are and you are all extra-ordinary!!! You are what others look at and wish they were! You are an inspiration without even knowing it! Whenever anyone says or does something that is not right...it is from ignorance and you can be thankful that there are far more loving caring good people in this world than there are ignorant ones! I marvel at all of you! I am still trying to figure out my place after all my crap! But I feel a warm and fuzzy feeling when I think of you and yours and you can bet I get over my pitty party real quick! We are blessed and yes it would be better if we didn't have tragedies but I must hold onto and spread the good belief whenever I can (It helps get through the negative moments!) Some days I reach real hard! Others it seems like everywhere I look there is another angel!I get more free advice than any one ever should! Why because I stand there and take it! Why because most people just don't have a clue! But I know they are full of love and good and they just want to help! You all are awesome and I am thankful for all that I learn through you! I pray for whatever it is you need today! Love to you all! Allegheny's Mom!
Happy Monday Molly,
I'm glad to hear you are doing so well. I know you have your laptop there and are reading these in your spare time. The comments are very touching and inspiring.
Everyone seems to have chapters in their lives, but most of don't seem to notice when a new chapter starts. I know your new chapter started with something horrible, but I pray that it will turn into the tear jerking happy ending we all hope for. God has given you a purpose in life now. One, to defeat all odds and two, to inspire those who have these horrible chapters in life start like yours. Keep up the hard work, it can only get easier.
Dean says "Hi"
Love,
Sarah
Wow!!! I must say I am amazed by Molly and her entire family. The strength, courage, and faith they all carry is soo inspiring...
Another thing I have seen over the summer, is the wonderful mentions of two wonderfully strong young womnen. Both Molly and Whitney have been mentioned several times on each others blogs. It is amazing how two totally different women from across the nation from each other can be brought together through their respective blogs. While, their stories are different they both have a great common ground. That common ground is the strong faith they both have and the millions of people praying for them.
Molly, my wish for you, is continued healing both physically and emotionally. May you continue to fight the good fight and battle on in your life.
I am sure that the last thing that you all need to deal with is negative comments from bloggers. I would suggest activating your 'comment modification'. This will enable you to approve any and all comments that get posted on this site. You will still have to read them all, unfortunately, but it will help to keep the thoughts shared on this site to be inspirational and uplifting instead of harsh and negative. Just a suggestion.
On another note, I go onto your blog every day to read about Molly's progress. I do not know any of you, but pray for you all daily. Your strength and testimony to so many is admirable. I hope that one day you can find peace and comfort in your new 'normal' way of life. May God continue to bless you.
Just left the previous post. Sorry, I meant to say 'Comment Moderation'.....
Molly and family,
I still think of you every day, praying each day you are still making progress. It has been a few days since any new posts, I am hoping this is because you are so busy with your family and friends and not because negative people are discouraging you. Keep up all the good work Molly. Bernie keep up the posts they are truly an inspiration. God Bless you all.
There was a post by Molly's mother on Sat. Aug. 6th which I thought was very nice, and you don't even have to publish this post because of the questions that may arise because of it. But I just wanted to say to Molly's mom, thank you for the words from your heart that day, of your love and gratitude for even strangers (like myself), and for standing up for your sister, Peggy, and telling people to leave her alone. I can relate to that, because I, too, have a sister and I've had to rise up and defend her- that's just what sisters do. It is your own business why you chose to delete your message, and no explanation is neccessary. Just know it was appreciated when I read it. I hope you were able to have a good weekend, and my heart and thoughts are with Molly daily. I can't even begin to imagine what she is going through, or how heart-wrenching it must be for you, as her mother. I have a daughter the same age as Molly. There is no match for a Mother's love, just as there is no heartache a child has which is not equally shared by their mother. But remember also that no none is more capable than a mother to be as strong as you need to be to help your child when they are hurt, and see them through anything for as long as you have to, until one day their goal is reached. Then no one can share a child's triumph like that of a mother. So, to Molly and her mom, from another mom: Hugs, love, courage and prayers from Michigan.
As there has been no post since Friday, I hope that everything is going OK for Molly and the family.
It is probably very difficult for you (Bernie) to dedicate yourself to updating this blog daily. It's just that when we don't see anything for 3 days, we all grow concerned.
My thoughts and prayers are with you all. Hoping that Molly is getting better everyday.
Just wanted to check in and see how everyone was doing! I hope and pray that Molly is doing well with her recovery! I also wanted to thank her Aunt for the address to send Molly a card! It was great to send one out regular mail.
We hope to hear from you soon!
Blessings and Smiles,
Annie Horsky
miss molly my love. i wanna take you to a concert. yes, it sounds random, but i promise, in the near future we are so there. we will see snoop dogg or something like i did this weekend. haha. i know we will have fun. i love you. and i cant wait for you to get home and settled so i can come visit you. keep up the progress my love. oh, and i wanna make you a present, buti have to wait till i get paid to buy what i need to make it. it will be worth the wait, trust me.
love you,
jilly
Dear Bloom family,
I have been thoroughly reading your posts ever since I heard of this tragic accident. I did not know Molly, but I feel like I do now. Thank you for sharing your thoughts and stories on Molly's progress through this blog. My thoughts and prayers are with your family. What wonderful parents you are! I am grieving myself right now and understand your pain. A card is on its way to Molly. I want her to know how much we all care about her!
Dear Molly & Family:
I first learned about your story on July 16th -- was checking something on the internet right before heading out to church. I became so engrossed and overwhelmed by your story that I completely lost track of time and never made it to the service that morning. I was crying and praying for you, so I think the Lord will forgive me. :)
Ever since that day, I have been checking your Blog for updates -- think of you daily. Your story has reached the far corners of the earth... isn't it amazing how small the world has become in recent years, because of the internet? What a blessing to have thousands of strangers pulling for you -- most of whom you'll never know personally or even meet!
I'm one of those strangers, in Dayton, Ohio, who continues to pray for you and your family.
Molly, life is a continual series of transitions or chapters. You never know what new challenge awaits you, but what a wondrous thing it will be for you to look back on this period in your life and realize what grace and strength of character you had at such a young age. I daresay that you will amaze yourself when you see how well you navigated through this difficult time, and met each new challenge with such determination.
Mrs. Bloom, thank you for being so open and sharing the triumphs that happen in your lives, even the little ones. Thank you, too, for taking the time to let us know about the hard times. It helps many of us pray more effectively, when we have a realistic sense of what is happening with all of you -- the whole family. It is a privilege that we all share -- this Blog that you created for Molly -- and we are appreciative of even the smallest morsel of information that you chose to provide. I hope that everyone realizes that we are your guests, and that you have been most gracious in allowing us enter your lives.
Best Wishes to you all, but especially to Molly.
Romans 12:15
Psalm 124:8
I am disheartened to hear that Bernie had a blog written and posted on August 6th, but chose to remove it. Most likely this happened because of insensitive and rude comments that were posted in response to her blog. I do not understand this at all. How can anyone be coming here, to read up on Molly and her family, with any other purpose than to offer support, concern and inspirational messages. It just is beyond comprehension that there are actually people out there that have nothing better to do then to spend their time afflicting their bitterness on others. I do not know the Bloom family at all, just from what Bernie has been selfless enough to share. I cannot even begin to imagine what they have been through, and continue to go through, as they struggle with their situation. They have all certainly been through enough. Do they really need to now deal with harsh words and negative comments from people who obviously have no good purpose for even being on this site?
Bernie--I hope that this does not mean that we have seen the end of your posts. They really have been a 'daily devotion' for me. I love your honesty and hope you can continue to feel free to voice your thoughts, feelings, heartaches, joys, etc. The majority of the people reading and commenting on this blog only want what is best for you, and your family, and respect your need to 'vent' and be truthful with everyone about your feelings. Please continue to do so. We are here for you.
With much love and prayers,
~ A Stranger from the East Coast ~
Hello, my name is Denise from Golden, and our daughter was involved in a car accident with a drunk driver on June 8, 2006. Through the grace of God, and a wonderful guardian angel, somehow she survived. Recovery will be long and painful, but at least it is recovery. I know how you feel as though time is "standing still." Keep your head up, things will slowly improve for your precious daughter. What address can cards be sent to? My e-mail is dschmidt@immeron.com. Your family is in our thoughts and prayers daily.
Hello Bloom Family,
Take your time in writting your blog Bernie, we will all be here waiting to hear whats new with Molly and all she has accomplished this week. Molly, I am sure you're conitinuing to amaze your family and friends with your recovery and your strength.... you are trulely amazing... You're all in my thoughts and wishes, take care, and I hope to hear from you via blog soon.....
Maybe we all need to wean ourselves off the Blooms, believing our thoughts and prayers still count- because of course they do- and let Bernie and Bob, and Kate, and especially Molly- get on with their tremendous task at hand - This blog has been a tremendous resource but addiction of any kind - as might be happening with some readers is counter-productive.
It's not a soap-opera after all, it's life- maybe it's time we all got on with our own, keep saying the prayers— those who don't have computers to rely on, will still give and get the message.
Hi there. I'm Fairlight Baer with YourHub.com and just want to let you know we're using the information Karen Bedard and Maryanne Hovinen sent us to help promote this weekend's Bonnie Brae fundraiser. The event is featured on our Web site and will be in the Denver and South Denver print editions this Thursday. The Meals for Molly event is also on our site and will be in the Adams County and Arvada print editions this Thursday. You can view them here if you like:
http://denver.yourhub.com/Event.aspx?contentid=109824
http://denver.yourhub.com/Event.aspx?contentid=111784
Your family is in our thoughts.
Hey Molly when I had my btk amp a few years back I had a friend go to my house and get me some clothes while I was in physical therepy.When I asked what he got me he said sweat pants t-shirts shoe and sock. I didnt stop laughing for a while on that. Keep your sense of humor Molly...never lose it.charlie and Ginger the cat.
Just checking in and as always sending love prayers and hugs! No opinions or self stories or anything today! Just love prayers and hugs and a great big THANKS! "When I think I got it bad...I DON'T" Thanks Again! Love, Allegheny Mt.'s MOM
Hi Bernie,
I am just catching up on the blog and never did see Sat's post. I am so sorry that you felt the need to delete it. Whatever you said were your true feelings at that moment in time and you should be able to express them. I learned long ago that the only person you truly have to answer to, is yourself. Not everyone is going to like what you say, or like you, and while that is sometimes hard to swallow, it is a fact of life. If you are true to yourself, how people respond is their problem, not yours.
You are an incredible person, who along with your amazing family has been dealing with something we can't even imagine; let alone live it. Know that except for a very few, you have been an inspiration to all of us, and have shared so much. I think of you all daily, and hope that each day gets a little easier.
Molly,
Amy and Miquette enjoyed their visit with you. I'm sorry that the banana drink wasn't all I thought it would be. Next time mozzarella sticks from Applebees.
I hope you have a good day.
Marga(Amy's Mom)
Hi Bernie and Molly and Blooms,
Keep on keeping on, we all love you!
All the love in the world!
Joni
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To dear Molly and Family, I have only just heard of this tragic accident. You will all be in my prayers and may god help you all through this hard time. You can do it molly, You sound like a real trooper.
Jacquie, NSW Australia
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