I spoke to Cynthia a little while ago. Here is what I
know on MJ:
1. Pressure on the brain is the number one concern.
She will stay in a medically induced coma for 3-5
days, until the swelling has been reduced. She is in
Neuro ICU at The Med in Memphis.
2. She has a broken back in the T12 area. She will be
put in a back brace today.
3. She has a broken foot with an open wound on it.
They are taking her out of Neuro ICU for a little
while today to attend to her foot.
4. She hit a wall and not a bridge as earlier thought.
She was exiting at the time. Not sure if she was
reaching for a cell phone or what. That is pure
speculation at this time.
5. The next 3-5 days are the most critical time. We
are not sure what can happen at this time. They do not
know right now about any long term affects this could
have (paralysis, speech, etc.) It is all too early to
tell.
6. She is getting the best possible care she can where
she is at. The Hyde family has gotten involved in
getting MJ the best doctors and care they can.
7. Cynthia and John got there this morning at 1:30
CST. Frank is due in today along with Mike, Laura and
Lauren.
8. Visitation is limited. Cindy, Davey, Amie, etc. can
only go in for few minutes at 9,1,5 and 9 during the
day.
That is all I know as of right now. I will keep al
posted as I get more information.
Steve
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Thanks Brad and Tia
I am thinking about heading to Memphis for it is tough being 850 miles away from holding my special family. Thanks for ANY update and I love my little sister and want her to get strong and back on her feet.
we are thinking about you and praying for strentgh for you guys! mj is a strong little fire cracker! And don't you forget it!
love 1910
Guys,
Hang in there!!!! Got good thoughts and prayers going 'round! Take care. Thinking about you all.
Love, Nancy Kay
Thinking of MJ every minute and so grateful for your updates and this blog. Wish we could do something more but meanwhile will keep sending up the prayers for you all.
Love, Linda, Steve & Timmy
We are worried sick about MJ. We want her to get better soon so we can hug her and tell her how much we love her and how glad we are that she made it through.
So please, MJ, get better soon.
We're glad everybody had a good lunch enjoying MJ's favorite foods. Soon it will be her turn.
Love, Paden and Ann
Get Well Soon Mary Jo!
We are praying for your speedy recovery.
Much Love,
Stephen & Kimberly Davis
Thanks to U2 Producers!
Ditto with the docs! It will be a long haul. So when MJ is reversed from her induced coma, please tell her that Jane will continue the Cosmo tradition until she joins me and the gals.
Everyone...MJ is having great care. Remember to go home when you need to and take care of yourselves and family.
Someone please get Davey some XXXXX
he needs to be able to cope for now. Truly this is important.
In the meantime I love you all and don't be a soothsayer. Take one moment, one hour and one day at a time. By the nurses pizza or whatever.
Remember: YOU ARE NOT IN CONTROL! MJ would be so mad if a SCRABBLE challenge was not being pursued. love jane
I just found out about Mary Jo. So, so sorry. Please let me/us know what we can do (besides pray a lot). The Narrows are thinking of you guys and praying very hard for MJ. Such a great person. Tell Davy we love him and are thinking of him too. Take care and I'll continue to check this blog. Jo Ellen
Davey,
the lifelong bond we all formed so long ago stands ready to do what any of us can to help.
I know how much good you and MJ have done in others lives, silently with no need or desire for recognition..
Those strong arms we use to talk about are there for the both of you....
TK
May the Lord lead our hearts into God's love and Christ's patience.
2 Thessalonians 3:5
I love you guys and my thoughts and prayers are with you all.
We wish we could be down there with you all. We are crying in Chicago. All our hopes and prayers are with you.
However, the thing that's really on our minds is this: where do we send the deep dish pizza?! We think MJ likes sausage, so that needs to go in Cindy's food log-- Davey, you get the veggies.
We love you all--with great big hugs,
Theresa, Dan, Carolyn, Margaret and Robert
Dear MJ and family:
Hold on to hope! The love and family and friends can work miracles at this time. You are in our hearts!
Love,
Randy and Linda Weghorst
Davey, family, & friends,
Please give MJ a hug and kiss from grandchildren, Ben & Clare. We are saying our healing prayers for MJ; & prayers for comfort & strength for Davey.
Love, Patty, John, Ben, & Clare from Alaska, and Aunt Gretchen from California.
You can't see us, Davey, 'cause we're too damn far away, but we're with you as always.
We love you,
R&B
MJ, Davey & family!
Your Stonewall neighbors love you so much & you are very much in our hearts, our thoughts & our prayers.
Hechingers are flying out tomorrow morning to San Diego but please know that we'll be praying & staying in touch though neighbors.
Much love from 331!!!!
Cara, Rick, Jae & Grant
We are praying for the entire Herring/Weakes families. You have all endured so much over the years...but this we know. Our God is a God of great miracles, healing and love. He will provide all you need to see this through. We know that He is holding MJ in His hands, loving her gently while giving her the healing rest she requires. This we know to be true...Our God is a God of prior provision...keep looking to Him for your daily strength. We pray for faith, strength, patience, and complete healing for MJ. Phil 4:13 'I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me.' Take care of one another...rest when you are able. MJ will need you in the days ahead. God bless you all...please know how much you are loved. John & Karen McLane
MJ, Davey and family, you are in our thoughts and prayers. If there is ANYTHING we can do please let us
know.
Andy and Julie Clarke
Hi everyone,
Mj is in everyone's thoughts and prayers here at FedExForum.
Do you still need coolers? This is the place for that and I would love to help out in any way! Let me know....
901.484.5989
Dj
YaYa and Davey....we miss you and are praying for you! Love Ben and Clare. (John and Patty too)
I am so sorry to hear about the terrible accident. On behalf of the concierge team for the Memphis Grizzlies and FedEx Forum I would like to extend my thoughts and prayers to all the friends and family. We are wishing you a speedy recovery. We can't wait to see you again!!:)
Time just stopped when I heard the news. So I just stopped, right there in the middle of the sidewalk and said a prayer. May God give strength every second.
Don't know nuthin bout no bloggin and have tried twice to send a message to no avail so here goes number 3 attempt.Sending lots of love and good wishes your way with hopes of a speedy recovery and M.J. back 100 o/o. Love, Diane
On behalf of the Shelby Farms Park Conservancy team, we send our best wishes, love and prayers to one of our favorite "co-workers." Thanks so much for this helpful blog.
Jen Andrews
We are praying for strength and healing for MJ, and strength and comfort for all of her family. We will be thinking of you often.
Love,
Sheila & Travis Ford
Nashville, TN
I worked with MJ in the Sofamor Danek days. MJ's positive attitude and inner strength will carry her through these darkest days. God will hold her in the palm of his hands and his mercy will sustain her. Pray for the doctors and nurses and every day tell her how much she is loved and don't give up.
Joyce Beggs
we are all praying for you mj. we want you back 100% with us! my kids keep asking how the blue monkey is doing - I tell them you are a fighter!
you are loved
lorie mccann and family
MJ, Davey, Amie, and Brian, Love and prayers from our hearts to yours. MJ is on our prayer list at Community of Christ Church.
May our Gracious Lord wrap His hands around MJ just as He did for our son 10 years ago at the Med. May He continue to guide the doctors and comfort MJ and restore her to good health.
We have seen the miracle of prayer in our family many times. We love you MJ. Keep fighting!! We can't wait to see you and your beautiful smile soon!
Thanks for the updates. Keep your spirits high. Faith and prayer will get us all through.
Love,
Nancy and Kenn Phillips
Mindlessly flipping through the channels I stopped when across the TV screen it said "Matthew 18:20 For when two or three come together in my name, there am I with them" (NIV) I just had to share this experience to reinforce with you that our Father is, indeed, with you all. Love and prayers KK
Your extended family on the street know and appreciate how special MJ is. Our thoughts and prayers are with you, and lots of food coming your way. We love you all.
If you need anything, we are right here....
Agnes
You are all in my thoughts and prayers. I have been praying that God will give you all peace and comfort. I pray that God will give MJ quick healing, calmness and strength during this long journey ahead.
God bless those doctors and nurses!!!
Amy Schuler
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