The Accident that Has Kept Me from Posting Lately
December 10th 2011 22:36
A Tragic Accident
Just wanted to let everyone know the reason I haven't posted in quite some time: Two of my out-of-town grandnieces were hit by a car on October 21st (along with their little friend), and both were seriously injured. (The three girls were five, six, and six years old at the time of the accident.)
Tragically, their friend Mia died three days after the accident, and my two grandnieces, Rain and Alyssa, both sustained serious head injuries. Rain sustained a skull fracture and small brain bleed but, thankfully, was out of the hospital three days later. Alyssa, on the other hand, has had a much longer road to recovery. Alyssa sustained serious brain trauma, along with other injuries, and we truly feared we might lose her, both at the beginning and at several other points early in her battle to survive and heal. But, God was gracious. Much has happened during the ensuing battle – far too much to cover here – but after about five weeks in intensive care, Alyssa was transferred to in-patient rehab, where she is today, exactly seven weeks and one day after the accident.
Despite many challenges, scares, and setbacks along the way, Alyssa's continued progress and ongoing recovery have been nothing short of miraculous, and we are so thankful for the prayers of so many people who have joined together to support the family during this trying journey.
Two Links for More Info About Three Beautiful Angels
Rather than go into too many more of the details here, I will provide a few links where you'll be able to get further information on the accident and the journey of the two families if you should be so inclined.
The first link, to the These 3 Angels website, will provide all the background on the accident and loss of Mia, along with a beautiful and inspirational video about the girls.
The second link, to the These 3 Angels Facebook page, is where my niece Christin (Rain's and Alyssa's mom) is posting all the latest updates and many lovely photos of Alyssa as she courageously battles her way back to wholeness. The page also allows visitors who have Facebook accounts and who "Like" the page to leave comments expressing their thoughts, prayers, and good wishes for the families. God has been amazingly good to Alyssa, providing miracle after miracle, and we are so thankful for her incredible progress in just seven weeks!
Of course, the journey continues, and we hope to see Alyssa back home with her family (she has five siblings) before Christmas, even though she will need to continue daily rehab at an outpatient facility after going home. She's progressed by leaps and bounds over the last seven weeks, amazing everyone, and we are truly thankful for these blessings, as we continue to move forward in faith that she will fully recover from all the residual effects of the injury. Perhaps you might even decide to join together with us in prayer for this much hoped-for outcome. We certainly would appreciate it!
Thanks so much for reading!
Jeanne
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Comment by Lillie Ammann
Praise God for the progress of both Rain and Alyssa.
Comment by Jeanne Dininni
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Rain's amazingly quick recovery and the many ways Alyssa has been improving daily are nothing short of miraculous. God obviously has a purpose in this and much good is coming of it. So many people have been touched, strengthened, encouraged, and brought together through the accident, the faith of the two families, and the non-stop miracles that have continued to occur through it all. God truly does work all things together for the good of those who love Him.
Thanks for being one of the wonderful people who have supported our families throughout this ordeal. We truly appreciate you!
Jeanne
Comment by AmyHuang
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Sorry to hear this had happened!
My thoughts to you and your family, and best wishes to both Rain and Alyssa for their recovery.
Comment by Jeanne Dininni
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I really appreciate your concern for the girls and your kind words of support for all of us.
Thanks again!
Jeanne
Comment by Dan Cottone
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Best wishes for their recovery.
Comment by Jeanne Dininni
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Your kind thoughts mean so much!
Jeanne
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Comment by Jeanne Dininni
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I can't tell you how much I appreciate those kind thoughts and prayers! Your support is a blessing!
Jeanne