my brother got into a bad accident.

StJohnRuth · Post by **StJohnRuth** » Mon Apr 13, 2009 3:13 pm

How is your brother doing, Jim?
- Ruth

djmom · Post by **djmom** » Mon Apr 13, 2009 5:32 pm

Jim,
Have just been skimming the forum lately and just clued in and saw this. So sorry about what happened. I couldn't figure out how to find the story, maybe the link is bad now (or I am dumb). But regardless, whatever happened sounds awful.

Hang in there. There is nothing wrong with letting out your feelings. You can't fake everything is ok if it isn't.

Hopefully it will get better soon and take comfort you have your sweet Amy.

Susan

loria · Post by **loria** » Mon Apr 13, 2009 5:51 pm

Jimmy, any update?? Is your brother making good progress? we are praying for your brother.
Lori

mahojim · Post by **mahojim** » Mon Apr 13, 2009 6:01 pm

Ruth, Loria, & all,
Paul has been stable, but still in critical condition.
He went in for more surgery today, and I'll definately keep you updated.
When I was with him yesterday, I showed his wife Kathy your posts, and she was floored that so many of you have sent your prayers & best wishes.
She kept saying,"Look at them all...these people are from everywhere...!"
Needless to say, on her behalf, thank you, thank you, thank you...
Smiles-
MJ

loria · Post by **loria** » Mon Apr 13, 2009 6:06 pm

I simply cannot imagine what your SIL is going thru--what all of you are going thru--but it sounds like some small forward progress is being made--and these small incremental steps are important--I am sure that if he is anything at all like you, his spirit will carry him through this ordeal. thanks for the update.

Nic in KC · Post by **Nic in KC** » Mon Apr 13, 2009 7:10 pm

Glad to hear Paul is holding his own. I think about you guys often and will keep saying prayers for a full recovery!

Cid · Post by **Cid** » Mon Apr 13, 2009 11:19 pm

Jim,

Thanks for the update. Please keep us posted. It's nice to know that your family was able to get comfort from the collective prayers and good wishes from the forum.

Keep the faith,

Cid and Brenda

greyhoundmom · Post by **greyhoundmom** » Tue Apr 14, 2009 10:52 am

Jim, my prayers are with you, Amy and your family. I hope Paul is doing better each day. I looked at the local news about the accident and judging from the pictures of his truck, it's amazing they got him out. Please keep us posted on his recovery.

Tracy in WI · Post by **Tracy in WI** » Tue Apr 14, 2009 2:46 pm

Hi Jim - Just got online and saw this thread. I am so sorry to hear about your brother and I too, would like to add my prayers and thoughts for his recovery and for strength for you and your family. As others have said, any "complaining" you may have done is openly accepted here. We are a family.

My best,

Tracy

cypressgirl · Post by **cypressgirl** » Tue Apr 14, 2009 8:18 pm

Jim, I've been thinking about you and your brother all day. I hope you have some good news to report soon. Still sending prayers your way.

Debbie

caribechris · Post by **caribechris** » Wed Apr 15, 2009 9:37 am

Jim, so sorry to hear about your brother. I will keep him in my prayers.

My husband and I really think you are a great guy and sorry you are going through some rough times.

...we met at Bahama Breeze at the forum gathering.

Keep your spirits up.

mahojim · Post by **mahojim** » Wed Apr 15, 2009 3:25 pm

Thanks for your continued support, ya'll.
Paul had the beginning of his facial reconstruction surgery on Monday,and more work on his left leg yesterday.
He goes in for a catscan on his head & stomach today.
I'll keep you updated.
Jimmy

augie · Post by **augie** » Wed Apr 15, 2009 3:28 pm

Thanks for keeping us updated Bro - we're all here for you!

mbw1024 · Post by **mbw1024** » Wed Apr 15, 2009 3:28 pm

sounds like a long road. all the best to him.

mahojim · Post by **mahojim** » Thu Apr 16, 2009 2:33 am

Yes, everyone,
It'll be a long road for his 50 year old butt, and I can't do/say enough about how wonderful you all have been.
He'll be ok...mbw1024- YES!-"Long road" puts it lightly.
Who do I thank for having me land on STJ years ago, digging my feet in the sand, warm sun on my face, Maho trees in the wind that fill the breeze, and kind folks everywhere...?
Most of us have never met oneanother personally, but your well wishes from where our collective hearts live has brought me & my family strength from around the globe.
St. John has healing powers in more ways than imaginable, and thank goodness,with your help, I've stopped crying.
Since my first visit to STJ, I've learned to bring so much home with me;
Patience
Appreciation
Understanding
Love
Relaxation
Simplicity
Acceptance
Kindness
RUM

And more of the above, over and over...
I can't thank you all enough for your best wishes for my family, and you are all in our prayers, as well.
Hopefully, Paul will get to experience heaven on St. John, and witness My Sweet Amy share nuptials with his little bro.
I'm keeping my fingers crossed.
Smiles-
Mj

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my brother got into a bad accident.