Brain Injuries

Ron's decor in his room, thanks Stacie for the cute teddy bear!

I found some great information today while searching the topic on brain injuries. It gives me comfort to know that other people have endured the same experiences. Our trials make us stronger and more compassionate towards others who go through what we do. (This is what I have heard and believe, however when I am in the middle of a trial, I don't think like that. I am too busy feeling sorry for myself). Advice from others is common too, "don't worry, God is in charge", "stay strong", "time will heal". Those are all true statements, they don't really make me feel better at that very moment. I have to wrestle with God in prayer. That makes me feel peace. I can't ask "why" or go through the "what if's?" That makes me feel worse. I have to trust fully in God and His plan. Everything happens for a reason. Not everyone agrees with that statement. I truly believe it and that gives me hope and strength to endure.

Talk to them, play the music they like, and let younger children help, too. You never know what may trigger a response. Show them your love and your smiles, not your tears. Stay positive.”

– Mother of a 17-year-old who survived an eight-week coma when the van he was riding in was hit broadside by a drunk driver.

“ I learned more about brain injuries by talking to the doctors and especially the nurses who cared for my son. Most tried to be as honest as possible about the prognosis. The truth is, it’s a waiting game.”

– Mother of a 16- year-old who survived a two-week coma and a five-month hospital stay after a car accident.