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Tuesday, January 11, 2011

Current residence: OSU Med Center

Couldn't kick the pain today so I headed down to The James Hospital at OSU in Columbus. I've been admitted for now to treat the pain. Today the average was around an "8" most of the day. Praying hard it will get better and my quality of life will improve. I love all of you and thank you SO much for your prayers and support during this time! I feel the love and the energy you are sending my way. Thank you!!!

4 comments:

Donna said...

Hope they are able to do something good for pain control...praying for you!

Janet said...

Linda you are in my constant prayers!!!!!can't stand that you are in pain. even though you don't hear from me often I am with you in spirit and heart always!!!

B. WHITTINGTON said...

Just to let you know I stumbled on your blog and - well maybe I was "sent" to your blog -
whatever the case I am praying for you.
Love and blessings,
Barb Whittington
near Circleville, OH

Unknown said...

Linda!
This is Karen the nurse that took care of you the past 2 days. I've been thinking about you and hoping that your pain is being better well managed.

You are a very inspiring person. I was touched to be able to care for you.

Good luck, and I'll see you later!

Karen

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