Northern Michigan is known for it’s unpredictable weather. This past weekend. We had rain which turned to a sheet of ice, then light, slippery snow atop.

Monday, as I ventured out…which I thought was ever so gingerly to the garage to check something in our freezer…I had a most unfortunate event. My foot slipped out from under me and I slammed on the rock solid- ice. Right on my hip and I knew that as hard as I fell and the feel, this would not be good. There were many attempts to get up to no avail. So, I crawled into the garage. Again, many attempts and silly solutions did not bring about my desired result. After a little over an hour, Leonard noticed that I was taking a long time and came to see why. (I am so lucky it wasn’t any longer!) He totally freaked out as now, I could not only not stand or lift my leg, but was shivering uncontrollably.

He asked if I wanted him to call 911. I could see no way that he could get me into the car, so “yes” was my response. When the ambulance got there, two of the EMT’s also fell while getting out of the ambulance ( they did not get hurt)- how lucky!

The EMT said they were sure that I had not broken anything because if I had I would be screaming uncontrollably. So, when we got to the ER she shared this which was also a bit unfortunate. They were so packed, people in the hallways and the waiting rooms were packed. Majority were from falling on the ice. I saw person after person going to get x-rayed and to return to the waiting room. Why was I not being x-rayed? I asked Leonard to check and the woman said I didn’t need to be. After 6-1/2 hours, I was called and was so Lucky to get an ER nurse named Julie. She was so nice and awesome. She called for x-rays and it was determined that my hip was broken. Not only cracked across the bone, but the ball was pushed back to a 90% angle. They said that I would probably have surgery that night. Although, being that there were so many people, that did not happen.

I was admitted into a room and every time I had to be moved, it was excruciating . So many tests had to be done. I was so lucky to have an amazing staff. All were so nice. Even though, just laying there caused great pain. Those little things that we take for granted, using the restroom, positioning yourself, standing were among many others that come to mind.

Leonard called the kids and others to tell them that I was in the hospital. He said,” I talked to God and He said you are going to be alright..well, I didn’t actually hear Him say that, but you are!” I had many dear friends hold me up in prayer. I feel so blessed to have such friends that are close to my heart.

Brian and Tina seemed quite concerned and asked many questions. I feel bad that I worried them so. Andy and Luke wrote me letters which touched my heart.

Tina and Issac came to visit but they didn’t let Isaac come in since he wasn’t 18.

Tina also brought some cards her class had made . They were quite cute and touching

They planned on having surgery late afternoon on Tuesday but that didn’t pan out. So Wednesday was the new day.

I have so many dear friends that were praying for me and God in His mercy and grace listened and prepared the surgeon which told me last night that the surgery went wonderfully. I am so thankful and praise my God for healing, and to be lucky enough to have praising and caring friends. It will be a road ahead to recovery, but I know who will be holding my hand!