Sean Johnson and Linda (vr4chick)

[green-lantern]

I didn't want to start a thread until I got more facts. I've been at the hospital with him and Linda (vr4chick) all day yesterday. They were in a horrible wreck Friday. The whole front of the mini was gone. Sean was in cardiac arrest and the EMT's had to revive him. They are doing as well as they can. Linda has about 20 staples in her head and a broken shoulder and or collar bone. I think her foot is broken and something else. It's hard to keep up with all the injuries. Sean has broken ribs, t3&4 spinal fractures, broken shoulder, broken foot, broken ankle, fracture above his eye and some bleeding in the brain. They are going to operate on his foot and ankle tomorrow. Sean has a bit of memory loss but I don't think they are very worried about it. They just have to keep an eye on him. The whole thing has been very heartbreaking to me because they are such good friends to me. I'll post up more info when I have it. If you have any questions I'll try and answer them. John (JRC) was there when I got there and Coop came by and visited him while I was there. I hated to leave them but I really needed to get home. :sad: I'm getting ready to go back up there now.

link with a pic of the car.
At least 2 injured in Chapman Hwy. crash | wbir.com (http://www.wbir.com/news/local/story.aspx?storyid=165339)

[dbest671]

Was told yesterday afternoon, and been checking for updates on Rebawc. Glad to see Sean is coming around, we didn't know what kind of condition he was in because at first we were only told that the EMTs were able to "bring him back". We were also told that Linda faired a little better than Sean, but the injuries were extensive.

I have been messaging Coop off and on to get status updates.

Hey Paul, if you could tell us what hospital and room(s) they are in, we are thinking about sending flowers or something.

Tell Sean and Linda that April and Don said get better soon!

[green-lantern]

PM sent

[stealthee]

I heard about this yesterday, but had such little information, I too didn't want to start a thread and freak people out without knowing more.

Please keep us updated as much as you can.

Here's to a speedy recovery on both their parts. You are in my prayers.

[FeaRpb]

You two stay strong. I hope you guys have a swift and flawless recovery.

[Ray Pampena]

omg i wish the best for you guys! please keep us updated :(

[Polygon]

Good hell!

I'm glad to hear that it sounds like they will both be fine. I wish you two the best and a speedy recovery.

[green-lantern]

I'm up here with them now. They seem a bit better today. Linda is getting her hair and nails done by my wife and daughter. Sean and Linda are both sitting up and hanging out. It looks like they gave up on trying to keep Sean from walking around and strapped some braces on his feet. They also decided to wait on the surgery on his feet to see if they will heal up on their own.

One thing I forgot to mention about Linda is she has a punctured lung and needs to be on oxygen. I don't think it's real bad though.

[Rocket]

OMG glad they are doing ok! Looking at the picture the outcome could have been the worst! I hope things go well over the next few days and that recovery is as short as possible for them!

[Ninja Performance]

Our thoughts go out to them. Here's hoping for a speedy recovery. If we were closer we would go visit them. Any one that does please tell them we said hi and get better!

-Chris

[beepbeep]

Damn....glad that things are better than were first expected. Hopefully their recoveries will be full and quick.

[green-lantern]

I have read all the posts to them. They said thank you for all the well wishes.

I'm going to leave an old laptop for them so they might be on the forums later.

[Broomfield Racing]

Wow, that looks like a terrible accident. I am glad to hear they are ok. Get well soon!

[DrGonzo]

Wow!! I heard about the accident yesterday but didn't know how bad it was until I saw the picks in the link Paul posted......

I am glad to hear that they doing better and I hope you guys have a speedy recovery!!

[IPD]

WHISKEY TANGO FOXTROT!!!????!!???

holy hell! damn i'm sorry to hear this development.

[93STLTH]

Wow! That looks and sounds like a bad one. Here's hoping for a speedy recovery for both of you!

[Intropy]

Sean was in the same room I JUST picked Wayne (jackhammer) up from after crashing his bike. That is just messed up.

Haven't had a chance to go down there yet, I'll have to stop by this week.

[92EuroDiamante]

Awful :(
Thankfully they both made it :)

[IPD]

Sean was in the same room I JUST picked Wayne (jackhammer) up from after crashing his bike. That is just messed up.

Haven't had a chance to go down there yet, I'll have to stop by this week.

remind me not to move to this area of the state. :eek:

[j2k4]

Thoughts and prayers for you both.

Get well soon.

[HilbillyHomeboy]

Oh my gosh...my heart was racing reading the first post. So relieved to find out you're both going to be okay. :)

Jeremy

[oohnoo]

DANG! My heart goes out to them both. Here's to a speedy recovery

[green-lantern]

remind me not to move to this area of the state. :eek:

Why? Just because they have a hospital room dedicated to 3s owners? Lol

TN3S! We have our own room at the hospital.

[jrod]

Really hope they are doing ok, and get better. Always seem'd like a great guy.

[TT Eric]

Even if I don't know them, it make me sad to see that! I wish you the best/fast recovery possible!

:( <-- not mad, it's the failed unsmiling sad face.

Eric

[SilverBullet]

I hope Sean and Linda have a speedy recovery! I first found out about it from Christy, and I couldn't believe the pictures! I'm glad they are doing better though!

[UTRacerX9]

Damn, I hope they are ok and will continue to get better. What happened? It says they crossed the center line, did they have a blowout or swerve to avoid something else?

[Granny]

It's scary how things can happen so fast.
Get better soon because I know there are a lot of friends waiting to see you at BRG!

[Need_a_Miracle]

I'm sad to hear about the accident. I hope they both have a speedy and full recovery.

[Emilie@GZP]

<3 and prayers for you both from Hans and I.

[PearlWhiteR/T]

So terrible to hear about things like this. Makes you realize how quickly how life can change. I don't know them personally but it sure is sad to hear none the less... I hope they make a full recovery.

[ZERO]

Sorry to hear about this, glad you guys are ok. See ya soon.

[Jimvr4]

Get well soon!!!

[TonyM]

Best wishes for a speedy recovery.

[green-lantern]

I'm sad to hear about the accident. I hope they both have a speedy and full recovery.

WOW, I haven't seen you in a long time. I didn't know you were on here Dennis.

[beepbeep]

Paul, any word on how they are today? Did Sean have surgery today? If so, how did it go?

[green-lantern]

I'm getting ready to call them in a minute. I was going to go up there today but I really just don't have time. They are going to wait and see if Sean's foot and ankle can heal without the surgery. He has been walking some but he has a high tolerance for pain.

[green-lantern]

I was only able to talk to Linda for a minute or two but she said they might be getting out on Wednesday. They have a long road ahead of them but I'm sure they will be very happy to be home.

[lawdogg]

Holy fuck, I just found out. If there is ANYTHING I can do in Chicago JUST ASK. PM me for my phone #. I am thinking about both of them and I know they'll come out of this alright. I'm here to do anything that is humanly possible and I'll be checking back for updates.

[beepbeep]

I was only able to talk to Linda for a minute or two but she said they might be getting out on Wednesday. They have a long road ahead of them but I'm sure they will be very happy to be home.

Update on their release today?

[TwIzTeD_3kGt]

Just saw this, can't believe anyone survived from a head-on hit in a Mini, especially after that pic :eek: Glad they made it and hope for a speedy recovery!!

[green-lantern]

Update on their release today?

Not going to happen. Sean is a little worse off. :( <- Edit: I wish somebody would fix this. I'm sad not mad.

[beepbeep]

Not going to happen. Sean is a little worse off. :( <- Edit: I wish somebody would fix this. I'm sad not mad.

As in declining or worse off than originally estimated? :confused2:

[Emilie@GZP]

^ this. Any clarification?...:sad:

[Er1cR33d]

ahh just seen this... hope they both get better and they recover quickly!

[OhioSpyderman]

How the hell did I miss this? :(

I have not met Sean but have had "internet" conversation/contact with him over the past several years.....Linda I HAVE met and thought she was a beautiful, upbeat young lady (I am much older than Linda and can not say that I thought she was "hot" :) [ ...THIS is for Linda to hopefully make her feel better] )

Will someone PLEASE update this post with the latest info as soon as it is available?

Much love to both of you....

Bob.

[DuTTch]

wow thats a horrible accident, glad they r gonna be okay

[GTO Assassin]

Update Paulie or Coop? Hope everyone is doing better.

Scotty

[green-lantern]

Sorry guys, I wasn't sure how much info they wanted me to post but she posted it somewhere else so I guess it's OK. I don't think she has seen this thread yet.

The right side of Sean’s face is paralyzed :( The blood spot on his brain is a little bigger but I don’t think a lot bigger. He is bleeding out of his right ear still and I believe they are a bit worried about that. Hopefully the paralysis will go away and his memory will improve soon. Linda is stressed, worried and in pain but it seems she is healing well physically.



BTW Alan or whoever, thanks for changing the smile.

[OhioSpyderman]

Thanks for the update....come on Sean, you can pull through this....you're TUFF!!!!

Still worried about both of you....

Bob.

[HilbillyHomeboy]

*sigh* Not the news I was hoping for. :(

Jeremy

[Emilie@GZP]

Linda has been posting a bit on the REBAWC forums for anyone that is registered over there.

[FeaRpb]

Not the news I was hoping for either.

[GTO Assassin]

Crap. I'll keep sending kick ass vibes from down under.

Scotty

[DuTTch]

I send them some dutch tulips, they always help in recovery

[Quick VR-4]

Just saw this...hope they both have a speedy recovery. Sean was the first 3S member I met many moons ago when some owners went to 411. Sad to see this.

[Sean Johnson]

I just want to give everyone on here an update:

This is Linda and not Sean....I'm on Seans computer.

Seans injuries look like they are getting better as of today. When they pulled me out of the wreckage the only thing I heard was a rescuer at the scene yelling for assistance because Sean was in full cardiac arrest. I tried to wake him up in the car and he wouldn't budge at all....which leads me to believe he was in cardiac arrest as soon as the car stopped spinning.

We both have head trauma....however, my head trauma doesn't compare to what Sean is dealing with. He has short term memory loss. He's forgotten a lot of peoples names.....PLEASE do not be offended if he forgets your name. It will come back to him. If you do get the chance to talk to him, start out by talking about something that happened between you guys and him. I've found thats the easiest way to get him to remember.

He is having some hearing problems. He's been seeing an ear, nose, and throat specialist. They cannot determine the extent of his ear injuries for a few more days.

Sean said something that was interesting to me today. He said: "All I wanted to do was make sure you were safe and not hurt".

Our recovery will be slow....I'm hoping that we will both make a full recovery. I'm not sure how many gatherings we will be able to attend. We are trying to attend BRG but its not guaranteed. Sean and I hope everyone has a good time at the gatherings.

We will keep everyone updated on Seans progress.

[DuTTch]

thank you for the update, glad to see you both getting better

[Sean Johnson]

thank you for the update, glad to see you both getting better

Thank you for the flowers. :)

I'm walking with a granny walker and have "casts" on both of my feet but I am one happy chick :D

[Sean Johnson]

we are also both highly medicated...so excuse both of us if we have bad grammar :lol:

[Ninja Performance]

Good to hear both of you seem to be on the road to recovery. Tell Sean Vicki and I said hi. It's great you both have each other to help through a traumatic situation like this and the months or recovery that will follow. That helps ALOT.

Oh, and get some rest...Don't worry about the interwebs. It will be here waiting.

-Chris

[vr4chick]

I wanted to get some people some updates. Everyone has been very patient and so far, respected our privacy. Chris, I will tell Sean you both said Hi. I'm working on getting out of the hospital today. My mom is flying in to take care of us. Per Doctors orders we can't be home alone :lol7:

The hospital is working on getting someone for me to talk to. They think I am sufferiing from PTSD. I'm so nervous about walking outside and getting into another car. There will be several doctors around incase I flip out. I know I sound like a wimp :p

[vr4chick]

Cute little story....

After the accident I was thrown inside an ambulance. I knew Sean was left at the scene in cardiac arrest. I guess the rescuers were trying to revive him. I was rushed to a level 1 trauma hospital. During the ambulance ride and while I was in the trauma center I kept asking about Sean.....the people in the trauma room had no idea who he was....(He was still at the scene). I had every possible scan and xray known to man. I think the whole process of scanning me took roughly 2 hours.

I was rolled into a waiting space so the doctors can examine the extent of my injuries. Next thing I know I heard this snoring. The noise came from the curtain beside me. I recognized the snoring...or so I thought I did. I asked the nurses and doctors walking by if Sean was over there...They looked at me like I was weird. Finally one person went over and asked. IT WAS HIM!!!! He was on a breathing machine. I had no idea what condition he was in. Then I heard nothing for hours.

I was put into my room. Seans mom and dad walked into the room...Seans dad kept telling me Sean was alive and doing better than expected. I honestly still thought Sean was gone. Seans dad ran over and took a pic of him and showed me. I teared up....the next day, Sean stumbled though the door and I just broke out in tears....I couldn't believe he was still alive :o

I cry every time I repeat this story.....

Sorry if its hard to understand, I'm on a lot of meds....

[dbest671]

Glad to see that you are getting out of the hospital Linda, and that Sean is doing better. I have been watching the thread quietly, more in shock and awe after seeing the car. I remember the boys picking that thing up at Paul's house.

If you two need anything, don't hesitate to call. I really wish we lived closer.

[FeaRpb]

Glad you guys are doing better. Please get some rest and relax.

[DrGonzo]

Thanks to the update! Glad to hear you guys are doing good.

The PTSD will take some time. After my first accident "Got rear ended" I spent the next year watching my rear view mirror as I was so paranoid it would happen again. 3 years later I still get a little uneasy when I see a car coming up to fast behind me.

For now just get some rest and relaxation, Healing takes time!

[Sean Johnson]

Glad to see that you are getting out of the hospital Linda, and that Sean is doing better. I have been watching the thread quietly, more in shock and awe after seeing the car. I remember the boys picking that thing up at Paul's house.

If you two need anything, don't hesitate to call. I really wish we lived closer.

I "saw" the car as I was leaving the scene....however the car in the pic is not the car I thought I saw. The accident was far worse than Sean and I had realized. I just got home about an hour ago...Sean has some really good parents. They made sure I had everything I needed. They are picking up my mom in a few hours. Sean has to spend a few more days in the hospital. I got teary eyed as I left him :(

[onebadmollafolla]

Man, I just read this thread. As I was reading through my adrenaline started pumping throughout. So glad you both made it out alive! You both have my best wishes and prayers on a speedy road to recovery. Keep us updated.

[Sean Johnson]

Its Linda

I just got my hospital bills

Total: 30,000 for 8 days in a hospital :lol:

[FeaRpb]

Holy shit

[TT4ME]

Its Linda

I just got my hospital bills

Total: 30,000 for 8 days in a hospital :lol:

That's not bad, I was charged 24,000 for 8 hours. Maybe you didn't get the doctor, xray, and other bills yet?

Glad to hear you guys are ok.

[mcshooter]

good to hear you are doing ok and out of the hosp. a friend of mine was hit headon by a semi in western pa about 2 years . ago and spent 7 weeks in a pa hosp. and 7 more weeks ina rehab center . his hosp bills are over $500000 and was covered by his med insurance. so far the trucking co has offered only $300000 .. the fist settelment moneys will go to pay back his med insurance co. so this will be settled in court. he has found out the trucking co has been taking photos of him where ever he goes. dont know what they will get from this as he will forever use a cane to walk with. anyhow be careful what you sign and talk to.. he is lucky the trucking co is still in business..

[beepbeep]

Its Linda

I just got my hospital bills

Total: 30,000 for 8 days in a hospital :lol:

If that were all, it would be a steal. But as someone else mentioned, there will be several other bills (radiology, ambulance, EMT, etc). I was hit head on by a drunk driver 10 year ago and had similar injuries that you suffered and almost cried when I got all the bills together---luckily the other insurance company footed the bill and I got to keep the bolts and screws in my ankle as souvenirs. :Doh:

[TwIzTeD_3kGt]

Wow, glad you guys are alright. I wouldn't call you a wimp for not wanting to get back into a car, crazy stuff.

[green-lantern]

Its Linda

I just got my hospital bills

Total: 30,000 for 8 days in a hospital :lol:

Expensive hotel but you know it's worth your life. If I had to I'd pay it for your guys treatment I'd do it. Don't get any ideas though lol. :hugs:

[Intropy]

So glad to hear you and Sean are doing well Linda!

[Sean Johnson]

earlier this morning Sean was transferred to the ICU..which is where he should have been a long. His sodium levels dropped very low....so they are going to attempt to inject sodium in him.

[green-lantern]

Did you find out the visiting hours? Let me know when you do.

[GTOJOE]

Holy Shit glad you guys are ok. $30,000 sounds like a lot but it's nothing considering you guys both still have each other and your alive. Hope your recovery goes well.

Joe

[Sean Johnson]

Did you find out the visiting hours? Let me know when you do.

you just call the ICU and set up a time. Just tell them that you are seans step brother lol

[Sean Johnson]

Holy Shit glad you guys are ok. $30,000 sounds like a lot but it's nothing considering you guys both still have each other and your alive. Hope your recovery goes well.

Joe

True. You wouldn't believe the hell I went through when the accident first happened. No one would tell me if Sean was dead or alive. For several hours the only thing I knew is that he went into cardiac arrest. God Damn! that hurt :(

[OhioSpyderman]

Hi Linda! I'm glad you are out of the hospital (but not glad that you had to be there in the first place :( )

Is Sean still bleeding from his ear? Do they give a date when he may be released?

According the report you guys went left of center, do you recall what happened?

Wishing you both much love and support...

Bob. :)

[Vantage]

Get well soon guys.

[Sean Johnson]

Sean's sodium is still dropping. The hospital is bringing in an independent specialist that deals with these kinds of issues...Please keep Sean in your thoughts and prayers.

[Ninja Performance]

Any updates on sean?

What did you guys swerve to miss in the road? Odd question, what happened to your 3Sgto account? meaning you keep posting as sean?!

-Chris

[Sean Johnson]

Any updates on sean?

What did you guys swerve to miss in the road? Odd question, what happened to your 3Sgto account? meaning you keep posting as sean?!

-Chris

Seans sodium keeps dropping, they think its due to his brain injury. Seans parents found a specialist so hes handling sean now....so hes in ICU until his brain injury resolves itself. I can't get into my 3sgto account and I'm on Seans computer...I don't want to log him out if hes going to have a hard time logging back in.

[Ninja Performance]

:(

Tell him we are all still sending good vibes his way. Keep us updated!

-Chris

[Alan92RTTT]

. I can't get into my 3sgto account . Please PM me about what ever the issue is.

Please let Sean know that you are both in Loir's and My thoughts. We hope things get better soon.

[vr4chick]

I finally got into my own account.

Seans sodium levels are now reading in the normal level. Hes being moved out of the ICU either tonight or early tomorrow. He was on a fluid restriction of 1000ml; now hes on unlimited fluid. He will be monitored for the next few days, if everything remains the same, he will be discharged from UT. This is the first truely positive sign we've seen since the accident which occured on April 8th.

[HilbillyHomeboy]

That's GREAT to hear. :) :) :)

Jeremy

[Emilie@GZP]

I am so glad to hear this.

[FeaRpb]

Awesome news

[vr4chick]

I'm going to go happy cry in a corner somewhere....

[Vince86]

Good to hear everything seems to be going good. I just got news of this today and after seeing that photo I was shocked you both survived honestly (it looked nasty). I am happy that you are out and he should be getting back on track to good health :)

[vr4chick]

Good to hear everything seems to be going good. I just got news of this today and after seeing that photo I was shocked you both survived honestly (it looked nasty). I am happy that you are out and he should be getting back on track to good health :)

Honestly, Sean almost didn't survive. When I woke up from the wreck he was in cardiac arrest. I think the passenger side was more damaged, my broken bones are worse....however, he had that brain injury which is more fatal.

I have 22 staples in my head....I'm wondering if we bashed noggins somewhere in the process.

[Vince86]

Honestly, Sean almost didn't survive. When I woke up from the wreck he was in cardiac arrest. I think the passenger side was more damaged, my broken bones are worse....however, he had that brain injury which is more fatal.

I have 22 staples in my head....I'm wondering if we bashed noggins somewhere in the process.

Its quite amazing how you guys pulled through. I cant imagine the horror you felt when you had woken up It must have been terrifying seeing both of you like that. One thing I know for sure is its a good thing the EMT's knew what they were doing otherwise he may not have been able to come back. About the staples if they are on the left half of your head that is the most logical explanation. They say the human body in a car accident can be one of the most dangerous objects when not properly secured (common with teenagers, 4 in a car, 1 without seatbelt causes the deaths). Still your very lucky to not be in a coma, same as Sean.

I'm sure the worst is in the past though. Lets look forward to the rebuilding of both your healthy lives again.

[green-lantern]

I finally got into my own account.

Seans sodium levels are now reading in the normal level. Hes being moved out of the ICU either tonight or early tomorrow. He was on a fluid restriction of 1000ml; now hes on unlimited fluid. He will be monitored for the next few days, if everything remains the same, he will be discharged from UT. This is the first truely positive sign we've seen since the accident which occured on April 8th.

You just don't know how much of a sigh of relief this is for me....well I guess you do. Sean is like my best friend and it has been on my mind 24 7. Any positive news is such a relief for me. This has really been killing me and I know how much it has you. I know this is a small step but it is very welcome news.

[vr4chick]

You just don't know how much of a sigh of relief this is for me....well I guess you do. Sean is like my best friend and it has been on my mind 24 7. Any positive news is such a relief for me. This has really been killing me and I know how much it has you. I know this is a small step but it is very welcome news.

I just busted out into tears when Seans dad told me Seans getting better. Thank you for all of your support through this. Paul, you truly are a a good friend to Sean and to me. I loved having your family visit. That was one of the highlights of the hospital stay. At least you can get a full nights rest tonight.

[vr4chick]

Its quite amazing how you guys pulled through. I cant imagine the horror you felt when you had woken up It must have been terrifying seeing both of you like that. One thing I know for sure is its a good thing the EMT's knew what they were doing otherwise he may not have been able to come back. About the staples if they are on the left half of your head that is the most logical explanation. They say the human body in a car accident can be one of the most dangerous objects when not properly secured (common with teenagers, 4 in a car, 1 without seatbelt causes the deaths). Still your very lucky to not be in a coma, same as Sean.

I'm sure the worst is in the past though. Lets look forward to the rebuilding of both your healthy lives again.

If you look at the photo closely, you can see Seans seat. It broke completely lose...how that happened it beyond me. My staples are in the back left. I guess when his seat broke lose he came towards me.

[green-lantern]

I just busted out into tears when Seans dad told me Seans getting better. Thank you for all of your support through this. Paul, you truly are a a good friend to Sean and to me. I loved having your family visit. That was one of the highlights of the hospital stay. At least you can get a full nights rest tonight.

I do feel better than I have in two weeks. Thank you, your welcome and I wish I could do more.

I will defiantly be up there Friday or if he happens to get out I'll come down to the house. I've been working so much I thought about just leaving work and going up there.

[vr4chick]

I do feel better than I have in two weeks. Thank you, your welcome and I wish I could do more.

I will defiantly be up there Friday or if he happens to get out I'll come down to the house. I've been working so much I thought about just leaving work and going up there.

I have an appointment at UT on Thursday to get my staples out. We would gladly have you here.

[green-lantern]

I have an appointment at UT on Thursday to get my staples out. We would gladly have you here.

No way I can do Thursday. My band is playing Saturday and I have to practice and break down Thursday. :sigh: I'm getting tired thinking about it lol.

[vr4chick]

No way I can do Thursday. My band is playing Saturday and I have to practice and break down Thursday. :sigh: I'm getting tired thinking about it lol.

Damn :(

Well whenever you are free, you are welcome here or at the hospital

[Roybatty]

Good to hear ya'll are recovering and "out of the woods," I was praying there wasn't any TBI issues or worse. Be safe out there people.

[vr4chick]

Good to hear ya'll are recovering and "out of the woods," I was praying there wasn't any TBI issues or worse. Be safe out there people.

Sean has TBI :(

[lawdogg]

I am glad that you are posting so much, Linda - you're awake and alert and your sense of humor is intact. A wonderful thing. :)

I sincerely hope Sean can recover as much as possible from his TBI. I suffered a head injury in 1997 - hit a tree ski racing - would have died if not for my helmet - brain damage, for me, was limited to motor skills, memory loss, and my mood / attention span. It sounds like Sean is suffering something much worse. I hope he comes out of it as well as he can. He certainly has a wealth of support and love from you, Linda, it seems, as well as many others on here and I'm sure from many others who aren't car people. I'll stay tuned and keep you both in my thoughts ... take care.

//Ryan

[Roybatty]

Seeing the article, and reading your posts, its lucky you both didn't get tbi. An ex had it 3 or so years prior to our meeting, also from car accident; I would never have known without her telling me. I was amazed after she explained the severity of what happened. Prayers that you both can recover as well or better.

[DuTTch]

I have an appointment at UT on Thursday to get my staples out. We would gladly have you here.

ah now I know who stole my stapler

[green-lantern]

I sincerely hope Sean can recover as much as possible from his TBI. I suffered a head injury in 1997 - hit a tree ski racing - would have died if not for my helmet - brain damage, for me, was limited to motor skills, memory loss, and my mood / attention span.

Actually that sounds a good bit like Sean. I’m not sure about the sodium thing and if it was caused by the TBI but other than that it sounds a lot similar to what you went through. He is usually pretty alert when I have been up there. I’m still optimistic he will make a full recovery.

[green-lantern]

ah now I know who stole my stapler


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[vr4chick]

Yay! On my way shortly to get my staples out and to see Sean. I haven't seen him since Saturday :)

[vr4chick]

I am glad that you are posting so much, Linda - you're awake and alert and your sense of humor is intact. A wonderful thing. :)

I sincerely hope Sean can recover as much as possible from his TBI. I suffered a head injury in 1997 - hit a tree ski racing - would have died if not for my helmet - brain damage, for me, was limited to motor skills, memory loss, and my mood / attention span. It sounds like Sean is suffering something much worse. I hope he comes out of it as well as he can. He certainly has a wealth of support and love from you, Linda, it seems, as well as many others on here and I'm sure from many others who aren't car people. I'll stay tuned and keep you both in my thoughts ... take care.

//Ryan

That sounds a lot like Sean, actually. I love him dearly. He's my best friend. I still don't think he knows exactly what happened.

Paul- The low sodium is tied to the brain injury

[OhioSpyderman]

Someone driving you?

Be careful :)

Bob.

[vr4chick]

Someone driving you?

Be careful :)

Bob.

I am so scared to be in the car with someone else :(

[GTOJOE]

Be careful and good luck.

[green-lantern]

Paul- The low sodium is tied to the brain injury

OK, then hopefully since the sodium is at normal levels it means he is getting better in the noggin too.

[vr4chick]

OK, then hopefully since the sodium is at normal levels it means he is getting better in the noggin too.

He's a lot better in the noggin :)

[OhioSpyderman]

Memory coming full back?

Awesome news!!!

Bob. :)

[green-lantern]

He's a lot better in the noggin :)

Really? is he doing better remembering things!?!?!?

[Vantage]

He's a lot better in the noggin :)

Great news!

[Granny]

I am so scared to be in the car with someone else :(



I went thru that after being in an accident.
It happened on a twisty road so the only way I could travel on them after that was if I drove.
Don't try to push your comfort level too much at first....Baby steps! It will gradually get better but it takes time.

I'm glad to hear the you two of you are getting better. :)

[BigTyla]

Here's to a speedy recovery for the both of you! I can't believe I didn't hear about this earlier. Praying for you both.

[FluffyCow]

Haven't been on here in a while, and just want to pass on my thoughts and prayers for(the rest of) your recoveries...

[beepbeep]

I went thru that after being in an accident.
It happened on a twisty road so the only way I could travel on them after that was if I drove.
Don't try to push your comfort level too much at first....Baby steps! It will gradually get better but it takes time.

I'm glad to hear the you two of you are getting better. :)

I was the exact opposite. I had 4 accidents within 10 months (and none my fault, 2 were serious--hit head on by drunk driver & 5 car pile up) and I had to jump right back in or else live in fear the rest of my life. I love to drive and take trips. I would hate to have what happened cripple me mentally and emotionally. Everyone is different though, in how they react as well as their method of coping. Neither are wrong; just different.

[vr4chick]

Sean is doing a lot better. I just cried and hugged him. He definitely has his memory back, the right side of his face is still paralyzed a little bit and hes having a hard time with his right arm...however, he looks 1000x better. We got to spend time with my mom and his parents. It feels good to have him back to normal :)

[stealthee]

Thats great news Linda. Please keep keeping us all updated.

[vr4chick]

So after all of the other bad freaking news, apparently I have an enlarged thyroid and have to go back for testing.

[HilbillyHomeboy]

Excellent news..about Sean that is.

My wife is oging through that thyroid testing stuff right now, hers is the opposite though, underproducing.

Jeremy

[Emilie@GZP]

Oh Linda I am so glad to hear Sean is doing much better! Sorry to hear about your thyroid. Hopefully they can get you all fixed up quickly. :)

[J_Parker]

Glad to hear the two of you are doing better now! I couldn't believe it when I first read about it.

[vr4chick]

Its nice having my Sean back :)

[green-lantern]

It was great to talk with him Sunday. He really did sound so much better.

[FeaRpb]

Glad he is doing good. He has come a long way it seems.

[Alan92RTTT]

Glad to hear he is doing better

[vr4chick]

Glad to hear he is doing better

He just generally looks better. The right side of his face is still paralyzed a little bit but not nearly as much as it was. :)

[vr4chick]

It was great to talk with him Sunday. He really did sound so much better.

Sean keeps talking about how much he enjoyed your visits...surprisingly enough, he remembers all of the except when you were there with Coop.

[green-lantern]

Yeah I try and forget about coop also lol.


Just kidding :D

[OhioSpyderman]

Woot, so he's home now? Or just "back" mentally?

In either case "welcome back Sean!!!"

Bob. :)

[green-lantern]

Woot, so he's home now? Or just "back" mentally?

In either case "welcome back Sean!!!"

Bob. :)

A little of both, he is home and doing better.

[Ninja Performance]

Good to hear you are both well enough to be home. Get some rest and continue to recover.

-Chris

[GTOJOE]

Great news. Hand the man a spanner and he will truely feel like he's home :p

[vr4chick]

He's totally alert now, he just has some hearing and face paralyzation problems...other than the broken bones, he's doing well :)

[FeaRpb]

Will the paralyzation go away after time?

[lawdogg]

Glad to hear he is home. :)

[GTO Assassin]

Very very happy to hear that news. :)

Scotty

[vr4chick]

Will the paralyzation go away after time?

He has a closed skull fracture right above the ear. The doctors said that the nerves in your face come to a point right above your ear and they are saying some of the nerves may be pinched. The doctors are saying that it should resolve itself over time. He is now able to fully close one eye...so I am hopeful :)

[FeaRpb]

He will be back to his old self in no time.

[green-lantern]

He has a closed skull fracture right above the ear. The doctors said that the nerves in your face come to a point right above your ear and they are saying some of the nerves may be pinched. The doctors are saying that it should resolve itself over time. He is now able to fully close one eye...so I am hopeful :)

I think he will be fine. How are you guys holding up? Did you remember to bring my lap top home with you?

[OhioSpyderman]

Get well SOON...both of you.

Bob. :)

[vr4chick]

I think he will be fine. How are you guys holding up? Did you remember to bring my lap top home with you?

We have your laptop and dvd player....

[vr4chick]

Get well SOON...both of you.

Bob. :)

thanks bob :)