Liz Ann is out of ICU and has moved into a “corner suite” upstairs, room 522. She made the move in a wheelchair, sporting her new cheetah-print body-cast and a grin (yes…she managed a smile or two despite her intense concentration and bouts of dizziness). She also enjoyed a few minutes outside in the sun while moving from ICU to the new room. When she was settled into her new bed, the PT asked her how she felt and she said, “Good. Dizzy. Actually it was really good to get out of bed.”
Of course Liz Ann is the first person at St Vincent’s Hospital to be sporting a cheetah print body cast.
While she continues to humble us with her humor, determination, and acceptance…her journey will not be without bouts of fear, anger, despair, frustration, and grieving. She had a difficult morning. Some of the initial shock has begun to dissipate and the intense reality and seriousness of her injury is becoming more blaringly real. She mentioned the emotional rollercoaster…and knows she’s in for quite the ride.
Her case worker at the hospital arranged a session with an energy-worker/healer this afternoon. She said it was her gift to Liz Ann. Liz Ann was impressed with the treatment, she really felt the energy work. Other forms of alternative healing and health have been discussed and will be pursued.
She can have flowers and phone calls in her room now:
Phone # 406-237-7522
St. Vincent HealthcareAttn: LizAnn Kudrna- patient #522
1233 N. 30th StBillings, MT 59101
She can also have visitors. We encourage people to see her. We are not sure yet when she will be going to rehab but will most likely be going to rehab out-of-state within a week or so. When visiting, please be conscious of her need for rest.
I will close with one poignant image from the day with Liz Ann…a simple snapshot of her strong tan hand on the glistening chrome of the wheel chair…three bracelets jingling on her tiny wrist…one or two of the bracelets wrapped around the i.v.needle and tape on her arm…cheetah print body cast in the background.
-Amber Jean
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Amber,
We can only imagine how much you mean to Liz Ann. Your strength, your character and your heart are particularly admireable. The friendship you share and the love you have for one another are attributes of one's personality we should all work to attain. God Bless you.
Liz Ann, hang in there, sis. We can't even imagine what you might be going through, but are here for you, praying for you, and know that with the resilient and determined spirit you have, you will take this latest challenge and find the blessings in it, and turn your experiences into examples and ways to help other people. Its who you are. May the Creator wrap His arms of love around you and hold you in His healing hands. It is with great admiration we send our thoughts of encouragement and peace to you.
Dear Liz Ann,
Sending you angels to surround your body---which really is healing! May you be blessed with all the courage and determination that the world can muster up.
Love, Sally King
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