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Posted by: A Shrule Egan 24-Sep-2009, 07:14 PM

Our long time friend here at CR, Gaberlunzie, aka Petra, is hospitalized in a special German hospital. Petra has been diagnosed as having a spinal stroke, also called transverse myelitis and her legs are paralyzed. She will be going for therapy soon to try to regain mobility. It will be many weeks in rehab for her and lets hope she overcomes this ordeal. Petra has her computer with her at the hospital and is able to get on line. As I get more info from her, I will pass it on.

Posted by: Rindy 24-Sep-2009, 07:29 PM

Oh this is so sad. A Shrule Egan thank you for posting this on Petra. Please tell her I will be thinking of her and wishing her healing thoughts and prayers. Thanks again A Shrule Egan. Slainte

Posted by: Dogshirt 24-Sep-2009, 08:36 PM

Hang in there girl! We're all pulling for you!

Posted by: A Shrule Egan 24-Sep-2009, 09:39 PM

A little info, just so you don't have to go searching to find out what a spinal stroke is. What is Spinal Cord Infarction? Spinal cord infarction is a stroke either within the spinal cord or the arteries that supply it. It is caused by arteriosclerosis or a thickening or closing of the major arteries to the spinal cord. Frequently spinal cord infarction is caused by a specific form of arteriosclerosis called atheromatosis, in which a deposit or accumulation of lipid-containing matter forms within the arteries. Symptoms, which generally appear within minutes or a few hours of the infarction, may include intermittent sharp or burning back pain, aching pain down through the legs, weakness in the legs, paralysis, loss of deep tendon reflexes, loss of pain and temperature sensation, and incontinence. What is the prognosis? Recovery depends upon how quickly treatment is received and how severely the body is compromised. Paralysis may persist for many weeks or be permanent. Most individuals have a good chance of recovery.

Posted by: Sekhmet 25-Sep-2009, 11:10 AM

Send her my love. Melissa

Posted by: Shadows 25-Sep-2009, 12:51 PM

Gabby I hope you heal nicely! I send up smoke for you! I know your pain, I have two herniated disks that mimick the symptoms you have! Get well friend! Shadows

Posted by: WallaceGal 25-Sep-2009, 12:53 PM

Though I don't really know you, you have my most sincere hope for a complete recovery.

Posted by: gaberlunzie 25-Sep-2009, 02:02 PM

What can I say ... I'm afraid I will never find the right words; and all I can think of is THANK YOU and THANK YOU FROM MY DEEPEST HEART ... My kids gave me an internet stick for my b-day and brought my laptop also, so I can have a wee look at night. It is true, it hit me badly and there are no promises made to me as for my recovery. But I WILL get back on my feet and I will pull through the long, long weeks until then. I will be better than only good. Thank you so much for your well wishes, for your prayers, for your positive thoughts and actions. They are so much appreciated. You guys are the best. All of you. I will try to post here from time to time but at some point i might have to concentrate on myself so much that I won't find time for it. I hope you won't mind that too much. Your names are written in my heart and thank you again; may you all walk in beauty, with love, gaberlunzie aka Petra

Posted by: MacEoghainn 25-Sep-2009, 02:56 PM

Gabby, Remember: never give up!

Posted by: A Shrule Egan 25-Sep-2009, 03:05 PM

Well, Miss Petra, since you managed to find your way here today, I will leave the updates to you for the next 2 weeks. Annabelle and I will be at the B&B getting ready for the Grand Opening on Oct. 2 and I won't have any internet access during that time. Knowing you as well as I do, they will be discharging you soon. You will be running down the hallways with a big smile on your face. You simply do not take NO for an answer. YOU GO GIRL!!! Check back with you in 2 weeks. Get well, my lady!!

Posted by: valpal59 25-Sep-2009, 06:00 PM

Gabby, All my thoughts and prayers are with you. No one will mind that you are concentrating on yourself, that is what you should be doing. You hang in there and never give up. Val

Posted by: maggiemahone1 26-Sep-2009, 02:05 PM

Gabby, I just read this post about your medical problem and my heart goes out to you and I do hope you can overcome this. Hang in there the best you can, sometimes I know it seems like you might be hanging on by a thread, but at least your hangin'. I wish you the best!

Posted by: flora 26-Sep-2009, 02:43 PM

Gaberlunzie: I am relatively new here but I have enjoyed your recipes in the Kitchen forums. I am added my thoughts and prayers also. I would say you have the biggest battle already won with your great attitude. Please keep us informed when you can. Flora

Posted by: mcnberry 26-Sep-2009, 03:47 PM

Thanks for posting this A Shrule Egan! Good luck with the Grand Opening! Gaberlunzie: I too love your recipes in the Kitchen Forum. Although we have never met, you are in my thoughts. A speedy recovery and get well soon!

Posted by: WizardofOwls 27-Sep-2009, 12:30 PM

Oh Gabi darlin! i am so sorry to hear about this! You are of course in my thoughts and prayers, sweetie! Get well soon, okay? Much love and blessings, Wiz

Posted by: Madadh 28-Sep-2009, 04:00 AM

Gabby, You are in my prayers as well.

Posted by: Lady-of-Avalon 28-Sep-2009, 05:17 AM

Dear Gabby, Just happpened on this thread and I wish you all the best and a quick recovery I know that you will as you are a strong person with a strong will. I'll keep you in my thoughts and prayers and please keep in touch. Get well soon. LOA

Posted by: gaberlunzie 06-Oct-2009, 06:54 AM

Dear friends, today I got a chance to get online. So here is a quick update. I'm in rehab for almost a week now. Therapies started yesterday and it's hard hard work, a lot of sweat, sometimes frustration, tears of impatience but most of the time a strong will fighting against all odds. Noone can tell if I will ever be able to walk again or if I need to get used to the thought to be sat in a wheel chair for the rest of my life. I made up my own mind and this is a YES I WILL and there's no way to convince me of anything different. If your will can move mountains then my feet will walk again. There have been small improvements almost every day. The problem is to be patient because of the fact that it simly needs a lot of time and exercises to make all thos muscles work again. So it's especially these first weeks when I am struggling for not loosing hope and motivation. I want to thank you all; you are all so kind and supportive. Thank you to dundee for the copy of your newest album; it's beautiful and I often play it when the lights are out and the long hours of a long night begin. I believe in the might of prayers and ceremonies. So many are thinking of me, pulling for me in so many different ways; sending Reiki, working with Mantras, sending up smoke, sending prayers or simply positive thoughts and thoughts of love and kindness. This might sound strange to some of you but I appreciate that all and again I feel humble and blessed. Light and Love for all of you, all the best for you and your families. Stay safe nad take good care of yourselves. Most of all don't forget to appreciate each single day given to you. Don't take too many things for granted and don't forget to see all the little joys and wonders along the road. I'm still thankful because this Sunday a fortnight ago could have been my last day of my life or my brain could have been effected. It could have been worse. May you always walk in peace, Gabby aka Petra

Posted by: Leelee 06-Oct-2009, 08:38 AM

My thoughts & prayers are with you, Gaberlunzie. Please take care and stay positive

Posted by: Patriot1776 06-Oct-2009, 04:56 PM

I don't know you Gabby, but already you sound like my kind of person! I'm no stranger to the hospital either, and despite it being almost 20 years ago when I was only about 6, know what it's like to become temporarily paralyzed when Guillon Barre almost took my mobility from me too. You're gonna make it through this and like somebody earlier said, be running down the halls of the hospital before they release you! Thoughts and prayers from me too. Our Lord God and Father watches out for His children and those that put their trust in Him!

Posted by: A Shrule Egan 09-Oct-2009, 12:28 PM

This is great news!!! Keep up the hard work and keep smiling. You will be back on your feet soon. By the way, I was away and didn't get a chance to pass that on to you.

Posted by: Rindy 09-Oct-2009, 03:51 PM

Hi Gabby, I'm so glad you were able to get on the computer. You will get stronger every day and every day I will be sending healing thoughts your way. Thank you for bringing up the point of taking things for granted, very well said. Keep us posted when you can. Hugs

Posted by: valpal59 10-Oct-2009, 11:38 AM

I am so happy for you on the small improvements. It is such good news. You remain in my thoughts and prayers. YES YOU WILL!!!!!! Hang in there girlfriend. Val

Posted by: iolanda 10-Oct-2009, 02:55 PM

I'm near you with my heart... A big hug iolanda

Posted by: Antonio 11-Oct-2009, 12:57 AM

Gabby I just saw this thread, I'm so sorry dear lady. You have been a great CR friend and always had a kind word or words of encouragement for everyone. My prayers are with you, I believe you'll beat this. Because your strong and the prayers of your CR friends are with you. God Bless you Antonio

Posted by: Patch 11-Oct-2009, 07:15 AM

Be assured that you will be in my prayers. Please keep us posted on your progress! Slàinte,     Patch

Posted by: haynes9 19-Oct-2009, 07:19 PM

Hey Gabby! I have been away from the forum for way too long. I just saw all of this today. Please know that we are all praying for you and trusting the Lord will give you a good recovery. You have been and are a wonderful voice here and we want that voice to continue! Stay strong! Take care and Lord bless. Promise I will be checking this thread regularly to see how you progress.

Posted by: gwenlee 26-Oct-2009, 04:55 PM

Petra I just saw this thread. I am so sorry. I will be praying for you. As a nurse I have seen many patients beat the prognosis of the medical staff. Faith and prayer is proven to make a difference and from what I see here there will be a lot of prayers for you. Keep the faith gwenlee

Posted by: gaberlunzie 07-Nov-2009, 04:24 AM

Dear friends, again thank you for all your kind thoughts and wishes! I'm very sorry I can't write more often but today I got a chance to get online, so here is an update - not much news though. It's such a long and hard way back to recovery, and noone can tell if there will ever be a full recovery or if it's more a life sat in this wheel chair which is exoecting me. At some days it's very hard to keep up faith, hope and confidence. Yesterday I had a very bad day and i felt depressed and desperate because the doc had a conversation with me about WHAT IF ... which meand what if there won't be any more improvements , what if I had to be sent home in the present conditon some day. I understand well that it's a sign of a feeling of responsibility to talk to me about that "option" and the possibilities for my own private life - and just in case they will start to organize it. Just on case sounds like a menace and I'm still quite helpless, I can't dress myself, I need assistance when I have to do the toilet thing ... and in this condition a nursery home would be the place I had to go then. This is a very scary thought for me because I was an independent person and proud of it nad I can't get used to the thois thought, I just can't ... I talked to my health insurance company and got news which made me a bit calmer at mind because they said they would still pay for some more weeks and even months of rehab as long as the prognosis was good and improvements were visible. There has been one breaking improvement. Due to my paralysis I was unable to lift or move my butt. It's still almost impossible to do so BUT we started a new exercise and it was just a try, noone thought it would work. I put my hands on the ceiling of a stairway; it's high enough so that I can only reach it with stretched arms. And then I tried to get up, to pull myself up on my feet. Half the way up I could do that all alone, for the second half of the way to standing upright I still need a bit of support of two therapists but finally I'm standing on my feet and legs. I couldn't get up from my chair a week ago but now I can and we do this exercise evry day until it might work for me doing it all alone. And IF that happens - I will try my first step in a few weeks. IF ... I'm struggling every day; hope and despair are always present, there are good and bad days. I don't want to loose hope and my usual optimism and I haven't yet. Well, this is all I can tell for now. I said it before, if will really can move mountains I will walk again; I'm praying for this and working hard. It's hard, it's exhausting and it's very painful also. But this is part of the game so I don't moan about it. Thank you for supporting me the way you all do. Thank you from all my heart. Till next time! TAke care and stay safe, Gabby aka Petra

Posted by: WallaceGal 07-Nov-2009, 08:45 AM

Dearest Gabby, Though I don't know you, and can't imagine what you are personally going through, I have seen patients I've cared for, who were given an absolute of never being free of a wheelchair, walk out of the hospital. You're right, never, ever stop trying. Every tiny improvement is another mountain crossed. Remember that. It means you're one step closer to your independence. Don't give up. You continue to remain in my thoughts and prayers. WG

Posted by: haynes9 07-Nov-2009, 09:10 AM

You are still n our thoughts and prayers, Gabby. Thank you for taking the time to let us know how things are going. Somehow you will emerge a stronger person. May the Lord grant you His strength and comfort continually. Take care!!

Posted by: stevenpd 07-Nov-2009, 09:53 AM

When I first read of your situation I was devastated but I do read of improvements along the way. Keep your chin up, the battle isn't over yet. My prayers and thoughts are with you, always.

Posted by: valpal59 08-Nov-2009, 09:08 AM

Gabby, I am still sending thoughts and prayers your way. I am cheering for you. Chin up girlfriend. Val

Posted by: gaberlunzie 05-Dec-2009, 04:09 AM

My dear friends, this is a quick update. I'm here in rehab for around 2 months now and as I see it I will be here for another two months. My days are more or less the here; different kind of therapies keep me busy until the late afternoon. One new improvement is that I can go to bed all alone now. The nurses used to lift my legs into bed because I'm not able to lift them high enough. Well, I thought of a way to handle them anyways just by moving my butt backwards as much as possible, and then my first leg is almost in bed then. I simply grab it then and lift it where it belongs and I'm doing the same with my other leg. I'm able to put off my shoes and to undress. The biggest problem were the socks but I found a way to put them off though. So this is a big step to becoming independend again. You see, the will can move mountains, so they say at least. In my case it can move legs. :-) I know that many of you are pulling for me, and again I can only say thank you for your permanent support from all my heart. Have a nice weekend and you all stay safe! Blessed be, Gabby aka Petra

Posted by: haynes9 05-Dec-2009, 04:29 AM

Thank you for the update, Gabby. You are right! We ARE all pulling for you. May this Christmas season bless and strengthen you more than ever! Keep fighting on! Lord bless you and Merry Christmas!

Posted by: WallaceGal 05-Dec-2009, 09:21 AM

Wonderful news! Keep working at the therapy. As boring and often painful as it is, your independence depends on it. I don't know you, but keep in mind, I'm praying for your recovery.

Posted by: Rindy 05-Dec-2009, 10:32 AM

This is some very good news Petra. You have a wonderful attitude about it all. Keep it up. Thanks for posting and letting us know how your doing. Slainte

Posted by: valpal59 05-Dec-2009, 10:43 AM

You go girl. That is wonderful news. Still sending my strength and prayers your way. Val

Posted by: gwenlee 09-Dec-2009, 05:02 AM

Just keep working at it. Little things add up to big things. Merry Christmas

Posted by: oldraven 17-Dec-2009, 11:02 AM

Oh Gab! I had no idea. I'm deeply sorry for being away so long and missing my chance to support you in the darkest times. It comes as quite a shock, but it's very heartening to hear of your battle for recovery. The battle doesn't matter, and the time taken doesn't matter. What matters is that there IS recovery. Many of us have known how you figuratively got yourself and your family back on their feet over the last few years, and so we know that you WILL pull through again. You're a pro at this, and I have faith in you! This says it all. QUOTE You see, the will can move mountains, so they say at least. In my case it can move legs. :-) No matter what, you keep your humour in these times. You are without a doubt an inspiration, girl. The Reeves family here will be pulling for you, and I promise to check in here every day to hear of your path to certain victory. We send our best wishes this holiday season. -Adam and the family

Posted by: dundee 18-Dec-2009, 12:35 PM

glad to here of the progress ... you will be dancing in no time...

Posted by: Rindy 18-Dec-2009, 06:53 PM

Gabby just wanted to say I'm thinking about you today. Sending healing wishes your way. Slainte

Posted by: gaberlunzie 18-Jul-2010, 08:45 AM

Hiya to all my dear friends, don`t be shocked, it`s only me . I know I haven`t been here for long month but there have been complications and I wasn`t able to get into the internet for months. Well, during the time I was in rehab I got bedsore. It was quite a big ulcus and it needed to be removed. First of all this shouldn`t have happened during a time of very intensive nursery care. Bad luck. So two days after Xmas I was transferred to a nearby hospital and got the surgery done. A few weeks and I was supposed to be back for my rehab. But the surgery went wrong, and I mean wrong when I say wrong. They removed too much of surrounding skin etc. and finally left a hole/wound that had 30 centimeters length and 15 centimeters depth. The other bad news is that the wound got infected and they wasted 2 weeks when I was lying in hospital with high temperature of 40°C and more. I got weak, too weak to press the button for the nurses to show up and I couldn`t eat anymore, no food besides of yoghurt. Let me tell you about one night which was very dramatic, the night I almost died there. As I said, I was awfully weak and this night I had the feeling that all would end for me if I only closed my eyes and told myself to do so. I saw a light so brightly and beautiful that I will never be able to find words to do it justice. Brightly and so warm and it was calling me. I wanted to go there; what I could feel to come from there, the message was pure and unconditional love coming directly from what one could call the Divine Source. I was about to close my eyes and to enter the light when I saw my granny there, surrounded by the light, part of it. My granny died in 1977 and we have always been very close. She looked at me with eyes filled of light and only gently shook her head like she wanted to send me her love and to tell me it wasn`t my time yet. My eyes were filled with tears and I told her I so wanted to go but when I said so in mind I suddenly heard my kids` voices calling me, not with the voices they have now as adults but with those they had as little children. I got a kind of virtual slap from my chosen sister Mona who is my soulmate sending me the message what the heck I was thinking I was doing there. Suddenly I was willing to fight for staying alive, first because of my family, my kids, then because of all who are dear to me and would have been awfully sorry if I had went into the light. So I fought a battle during the whole night thinking of all my beloved ones and knowing if I closed the eyes I would cross the border to Otherworld. Well, I`m writing here today which means I have won this battle, one of many but still not the war. Fortunately I was transferred to the hospital I have been for the last 6 months and where I will still spend a few more. The doctors here are specialised on this kinds of surgery and everything that is related to spinal marrow issues. I hope you know what I mean. They did a miracle on me being able to clean this horrible wound. I arrived a Friday night and got a surgery on Saturday morning. Usually the doctor should have been already home and off for the whole weekend. It was my luck he was still there and that both were willing to do the surgery the next day. If not I wouldn`t have survived the weekend due to a bad sepsis. I had 9 more surgeries in the meantime and at least one more to come but this hole is covered now and there`s only one more small spot which needs to be corrected again. I had to stay and only to lie in bed for more than 4 months. It was a very hard time to bear. The first 2 months I was in a very poor condition but I have been fighting back, I even can do exercises again and again things improve. We are exercising to stand with support and many other kind of things so my condition is already better than it was during my time in rehab. It might sound funny to you but many good and positive things came from this disease. My whole family got so close together. My sons had to learn to be all indepedent and they did a great job there and still do. They are caring for me and looking after me like I used to do for them for all their lives so far. "Now it`s our turn Mum" they use to say. I`m awfully proud of them and it`s good to know they are able to handle everything in case I wouldn`t be there. I learnt a lot about myself, about what I want and don`t want anymore. I learnt patience and that times doesn`t matter, only success. I have faith that everything will become as well as possible. I``m not pittying myself because I know that there are no coincidences but that everything happens for a certain reason and makes sense and if it`s in hindsight in a few years. It`s a lesson in life and I`m supposed to learn and to learn the right things from it. As I said, many positive things have happened since so even if I won`t be able to walk again - it doesn`t matter too much. Life is a gift and challenges are part of life. I have asked the Great Spirit ever so often to make my ears sharp to hear and my eyes sharp to see. He is doing so, diseases are chances to reconsider, to learn and to feel thankful and in peace and balance. So do I. As funny as it may sound but I have never been so happy before with my new knowledge and all the love around me from family, friends and the man of my heart who is always so close to me even when we still live in different countries. He told me one of the most wonderful things I ever heard and this is that love is unconditional and nothing matters but the person. He says he loves me for who I am and how I am, of course he wishes for me get into the best condition that is possible but he would have wanted to be with me and to live with me even if I would have stayed bedridden. Unconditional love is a rare thing to find and to receive and it is a mutual thing. I had to become 50 yrs old to find it and to get this precious gift. So you see that finally I`m doing well, I have a positive sight on things and I`m blessed with the most precious and wonderful things and gifts a person cann get. So again, please forgive me that I haven`t posted earlier but I didn`t have access to the internet before. I`m sending hugs and my love over to all of you, please stay safe and may you always walk in peace! Gabby

Posted by: stevenpd 18-Jul-2010, 12:42 PM

Gabby, Don't sweat the small stuff. So good to hear from you and about your recovery. It sounds like you have had an amazing journey. Continue to get better. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Posted by: A Shrule Egan 20-Jul-2010, 02:31 PM

Made my day when I got a chance to chat with you the other day. We were all concerned that nobody had heard from you in a few months. Keep up the hard work and I'm cheering for you every step of the way. I'll direct everyone to this thread, as you asked.

Posted by: Rindy 20-Jul-2010, 03:04 PM

Hi Gabby, I am so happy to hear from you. I can't imagine what your going through and been through. I think that it's really wonderful that good things are becoming of this horrible disease. You have to be the strongest person that I have ever known in the world. You shed light on things for me just reading this today Gabby. I tend to take a lot for granted. Your a blessing to me today. Write when you can we will be here for you and my prayers and blessings going out to you and yours. Thanks to A Shrule Egan for keeping us update. And no worries about posts Slainte

Posted by: Aaediwen 20-Jul-2010, 03:05 PM

Blessings, Gabby My prayers are with you on the trying road you travel. It is so good to hear from you. I cleaned up your post for you and removed the duplicate Blessings to you, my friend.

Posted by: Shadows 20-Jul-2010, 03:11 PM

I hope your road to complete recovery continues, ever in my prayers. Shadows

Posted by: Annabelle 20-Jul-2010, 05:37 PM

Gab, IT'S ABOUT TIME YOU GOT YOUR BOOTY MOVING AGAIN! NO MORE LAYING AROUND! I love ya girl! I have not been on here in ages but you have and will continue to be my first prayer everyday til your can kick my butt! Our friend keeps me posted on how things are and when he stopped informing me i got worried. I mentioned flights to Frankfort and wanted to make sure you are still at that hospital. Always know how important you are to me !We connected here on CR years ago and your too dear to me to go off with grandma on a jolly ride. So park it missy! Keep up the great work and I know rehab is "WORK". I am going back to med school starting Aug 2 so i'll ck in with ya here on CR! I have friends here that use to work at the hospital you are in. They are telling me you are in great hands. Just keep going forward! Even if you get down sometimes which we all do, and you will, remember all the people all over the world that you have meet thru CR that are pulling for you. Me? we have alot of years on here and I'm gonna kick ya if you stop trying! I am not giving you any slack cause you are too dear to me! So if you want to chat email me thru the house cause it's the only email i ck daily. Hugs and kisses! [email protected] Love ya girl!!!!! A

Posted by: Dreamer1 21-Jul-2010, 10:23 PM

Gaberlunzie, I've only just stumbled on this thread, after a long absence, & have just begun trying to catch up again. Oh my gosh!! What you've been through!! You are definitely one of the bravest, strongest, and most stubborn people I know - and I'm very thankful for that! So glad to hear that you're in the best hospital again!Your angels (and Grandmother) have been with you, and continue to help you, but it's your own determination that has made the difference. God bless you!! You will be in my thoughts and prayers now too, every day, with hope for your full recovery. Take care, stay hopeful, and keep fighting for yourself! Looking forward to hearing from you again soon, Dreamer1

Posted by: Lady-of-Avalon 22-Jul-2010, 12:54 PM

Dear Gabby, They say that the road to recovery is having a positive attitude and the will to live. You have those qualities and it certainly shows how strong you are.Not everyone can say that they possess strong will...lots of people would only give up but you did not and that's the way it should be. You have the support of lots of people that loves you very much around the world... isn't it wonderful??? And I know that it is this love that's been nourrishing your soul and been helping you throughout this difficult ordeal. Keep it up dear...and keep in touch. LOA

Posted by: gaberlunzie 22-Jul-2010, 04:42 PM

My dear friends, I`m struggling fot words and that doesn`t happen too often . I have to mention a few of you like Rindy - your card was such a lovely and completely unexpected surprise, thank you so much! Aaediwen, thanks a lot for cleaning my post! And all your well wishes, your encouriging words and the love and concern, thank you from all my heart. Annabelle, the thought of kicking your booty is very tempting, so I will exercise hard to learn that again. Thank you for your prayers; I know that I`m blessed with friends like you. I carry you all at heart. Gabby

Posted by: valpal59 22-Jul-2010, 07:22 PM

Hello Gabby, It is so good to hear from you. You, my friend, have more courage than anyone I have ever known. I want to be there to see you kick Annabelle's booty. You stay in my thoughts and prayers everyday. Sending hugs you way, Val

Posted by: valpal59 01-Aug-2010, 04:31 PM

Hello Gabby. Just checking in on you. I hope this finds you continuing to make improvement. Sending hugs your way.

Posted by: Rindy 03-Aug-2010, 02:53 PM

Hi Gabby, I am glad that you were surprised by the card. I want you to get well and know were all thinking about you so much. Blessings to you! Slainte

Posted by: WizardofOwls 06-Aug-2010, 09:29 AM

Hi Gabby! You are still in my thoughts and prayers, sweet lady I wish you all the best in the world! Blessings dear friend! Wiz

Posted by: haynes9 23-Aug-2010, 11:15 PM

Hey Gabby! Long time since we last said hello. Of course, that's my fault, not yours! Trust you will continue to improve and know that you have a bunch of folks here who are pulling for you! Take care!

Posted by: gaberlunzie 10-Dec-2010, 06:29 AM

My dear friends here on Celtic Radio, it`s been a lonh while since I posted an update but I have been thinking of you so very often. Well, it was a hard time, especially in the physical way. Many exercises which were and sometimes are still painful but I have really good news now. I have been able to stand up from my wheelchair when I have a railing to grab for support and my legs wouldn`t have given way. This was my daily exercise for weeks and weeks and after that we went a step further. What happened then was more than any doctor or therapist had expected. You all know a barren from school sports or the gym. I am able to stand up there and to make steps, yes, I can walk there in this barren. When I did it for the first time I suddenly looked at my therapist and said "What the he.. am I doing here?" and his answer was "You`re walking, girl". This afternoon I was hiding in a quiet place and tears of joy were running down my cheeks. In the meantime there is still one more improvement - I am able to walk a few steps with a walking frame. It sounds like a miracle and you have no idea how thankful I am. It`s still a way to go but I will come home in February as an independent person. Let me thank you from all my heart for your prayers, positive thoughts and encouragement. I wished there was a better word than "Thank you" ... My dear friends, at this time of the season I wish you a peaceful time, filled with harmony, enjoy your time with friends and family and most of all, you all stay safe and be blessed. All the best to you, Gabby For all of you: A Celtic Blessing May the light of your soul guide you. May the light of your soul bless the work that you do with the secret love and warmth of your heart. May you see in what you do the beauty of your own soul. May the sacredness of your work bring healing, light and renewal to those who work with you and to those who see and receive your work. May your work never weary you. May it release within you wellsprings of refreshment, inspiration and excitement. May you be present in what you do. May you never become lost in bland absences. May the day never burden. May dawn find you awake and alert, approaching your new day with dreams, possibilities and promises. May evening find you gracious and fulfilled. May you go into the night blessed, sheltered and protected. May your soul calm, console and renew you.

Posted by: WallaceGal 10-Dec-2010, 05:22 PM

Such awesome news!! I'm so happy for you and so admire all of the hard work you had to do to get where you are. Keep going! Have a happy holiday. I know it will be a little brighter with the improvements you've made.

Posted by: stevenpd 10-Dec-2010, 05:51 PM

Outstanding news! Tis the season of miracles. Go, Gabby, go! May you and yours have a joyous Christmas! You have been, still, and will be in my thoughts and prayers.

Posted by: MacEoghainn 10-Dec-2010, 10:36 PM

Posted by: Rindy 14-Dec-2010, 10:06 AM

Hi Gabby, it's good to hear from you. I am so happy your making progress. You've been through so much. Know that my thoughts are with you. That is a beautiful poem thank you for sharing that and keep us posted. Big hugs to you.

Posted by: haynes9 24-Dec-2010, 07:05 PM

Hey Gabby! Great to hear of your progress. Still lots of folks praying for you and trusting that better days are ahead. Have a wonderful Christmas and a blessed 2011! Take care!

Posted by: gaberlunzie 05-Jul-2011, 04:42 AM

Well my friends, about time for me to show up again here ... I AM AT HOME!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! After 19 months spent in rehab and hospital I am home - finally! What can I say? The first few weeks were very exciting, sometimes frustrating but all in all good ones. I am confined to the wheel chair now and had to let go on my old and to welcome my new life. This takes time but it`s getting easier by every day. My prognosis was that I would be dependent on nursery home care for the rest of ,y life. Well, I proved them wrong as I`m able to care for myself. I have my family to help me with things like monthly food shopping, cleaning windows and such but as for the rest I am independent. This was what I was aiming for and I did it ...yeahhh! I love my new life, different from what I was used to before but it`s a good life though. There is no bitterness at all but joy to be alive and healthy - apart from my legs. But we continue with therapy so there are still improvements, we will see how far they will lead me. It may sound weird but looking back I`m thankful for the time of desease and recovery because I learnt so much abaout myself and my family; I gained so much experience and things like patience, acceptance and courage that it was no bad experience for me. In contrary, many positive things are the result of it. My life is a good one and my spirits are high - I have never been one not to take challenges . So my dear friends, thank you for all the support, for all well wishes, blessings and prayers. Your names are written in my heart. You all stay safe, and may you always walk in peace! Love Gabby

Posted by: susieq76 13-Jul-2011, 08:48 AM

Oh my goodness, Gaby! I have missed so much being away. I am so glad that you have been able to pull through with your strength and God's work! I will pray for you to make even bigger strides and continue to prove everyone wrong. God bless you!

Posted by: MDF3530 13-Jul-2011, 04:09 PM

Great to hear!

Posted by: Dogshirt 13-Jul-2011, 09:58 PM

Way to go girl!!! Take life one day at a time, and strive more a bit more each day!

Posted by: gaberlunzie 14-Jul-2011, 01:10 PM

Thank you susie, Mike and dogshirt ... and you are right, dogshirt; it reminds me of a story I like ... There was a man whose job it was to clean a long street with a broom daily. It really was a long street, reaching to the horizon and no end in sight from where he has to start his work in the early morning. People watch him doing his job patient and properly day after day. One day a passenger stopped by and asked him how he was able to do this job. He himself would be tired and especially loosing courage by watching down the long, long street and by the thought how many hours of cleaning it would take. The man with the broom smiled and said, "It`s not a problem, really, and it never wears me out because I never look to the end of the street but only watch the stroke I`m doing with my broom right then, and so I do it, always one stroke at a time..."

Posted by: haynes9 18-Jul-2011, 08:36 PM

Hey Gabby! Great to hear how you are doing. I have not been on the forum as much as I used to, but when I saw your post I just wanted to say hello! You are prayed for by many and I hope you continue to make wonderful progress. Been a wild year or so for me and the fam. Made trips to China and Ireland. Never thought I would ever get to either place, but God is so good! Take care and have many great days to come!

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