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red1030 · 09-18-2007, 05:54 PM

Tuffy...I just sent you a pm about this. I have been so worried all day... thank you ... Red

bagpussinamerica · 09-18-2007, 08:26 PM

Hey guys, I hope someone is on here. I, too, am very concerned about Laurie Ann. Can we add her to the prayer tonight? I will certainly pray for her at that time. I am going online to my buddies in England to update them as well.

bagpussinamerica · 09-18-2007, 08:28 PM

About prayer.........see off topic under Pity Party

tweety00 · 09-19-2007, 03:36 AM

AZ so how are things going ??? Update please We are worried about you!! (wifey)

bagpussinamerica · 09-19-2007, 03:15 PM

AZ, I've had you in my thoughts all night and during our prayer last night. I am so worried about you. Husband of AZ, just let us know how things are going. You are part of the family here as well, so don't stay away.

A little thought on the overall situation came to me last night as well. Did you go to work often early or stay after late? Are there other workers who do the same? Did your boss ever tell anyone that they should not be there? Go home. We can't pay you etc? If you did go to work out of hours on a regular basis and they knew you did and actively either encouraged it or did not discourage it.........then the precedence was set. You had permission to be there doing your job. So you were injured on the job regardless of whether it was outside work hours. You were on the premises. Now if you had broken in to the place and hurt yourself I would think you didn't have a case at all. In this situation though..........you do.

Get well soon. We are waiting to hear from you. God is with you. He has His hand on your heart and is soothing your brow. He is there.

red1030 · 09-19-2007, 10:25 PM

az....I have also been checking this thread all day hoping for some news. My thoughts are that she is in the hospital and her husband is with her. As soon as you have a moment to update us, we would sure appreciate it. You are both in our prayers and our thoughts... bless you... Red

azmickelson · 09-20-2007, 09:08 AM

Lorri Ann has a couple of realy rough days. She refuses to go to the ER. She cries and tremlbles in fear and I don't have the heart to force her. Lorri Ann has agreed to go to Urgent Care the first thing this AM. No DRs will see her in rural Northern AZ because she is WC. She is trying so hard to get better, however, each day is the same and she is frustrated with herself. Lorri Ann is an overachiever and pushes herself at everything. She is very confused and doesn't understand why she is not improving after three (3) weeks. Thanks for the thoughts and prayers; it means so much to Lorri Ann and me. Blessings, Larry

bagpussinamerica · 09-20-2007, 01:42 PM

Larry, I am so glad that you got in touch. We are all very concerned and prayer for the best for you both. I believe that Lori Ann may be experiencing, along with everything else, a physical and mental melt down. It happens to the best of people and ususally when we least need it. I expect that the job she does and the input and love she has for those she works with has resulted in a situation where she can't see that this treatment is justified. It's the system........and it is also her boss, who has shown less than care and concern. There is nothing worse than doing a good job, only to be tossed to the side when there is something wrong.

She does need, however, to see a doctor. There is no way around it and she won't feel any better by leaving it. She certainly can't feel any worse by going. Stay by her side and fend off any remarks that the doctors may say that seem less than sensitive. Be her tower of strength right now. Make sure she eats well, lots of veggies and fruities and plenty to drink. Do the cooking for her, cater to her for this moment. I am sure I don't need to say any of this. You sound like a very caring and loving husband.

Again, you are both in our prayers and thoughts every day. Take care and bless you.

azmickelson · 09-21-2007, 10:24 AM

Lorri Ann did go the Urgent Care yesterday. He or the ER are the only ones that will see her and she hates to "take up their time when there are others." She broke down crying stating she doens't know why she isn't any better. Lorri Ann tries so hard at everything she does. The DR was very kind and understanding with her. He tried to explain that brain injuries take time. She couldn't understand if the CT scan was ok why wasn't she. Everyday the symptoms are exactly the same without any improvement. The DR told her CT scans do not show concussions. That appeared to ease her fears. Lorri Ann asked if she could do puzzles or exercises to help. The DR continued she just needed to try and relax and this could take days, weeks, months, or longer. She just needs to take one day at a time. The DR ordered MRIs, nerve testing, appointments with neurologists and neurosurgeons. He also gave her an additional two (2) weeks off.

It also doesnt help that two (2) weeks ago or so when Lorri Ann took in her time sheet a co-worker, who Lorri Ann thought was her friend screamed at her for faking and ruining their lives. Another co-worker was standing there, however, she didn't say anything to help Lorri Ann. The first co-worker continued ranting for several minutes how they are being over worked while Lorri Ann continues to fake it. She also told Lorri Ann, "you say you are a Christian (hope that is ok to say that here) and you know I am not; however, I don't know how you sleep at night knowing you are doing this." The co-worker also screamed at Lorri Ann was "breaking up their team." The co-worker said these things with such anger in her voice and eyes. Lorri Ann was visibly shaken and upset as she believed these two were friends of hers. It should be noted both of these co-workers have been trying to leave the agency for months. The vocal co-worker recently yelled at her husband that he was selfish for not putting in for a job in another stated so she could leave the agency.

Lorri Ann only responded by saying she was sorry they were so overworked and walked away. Lorri Ann cried for hours. Her mother and I attempted to calm her and explain these are not actions of any friends.

I am concerned for Lorri Ann. At times she is almost child like and easliy confused. On Wed PM we went to church and she seemed so innocent and I can only describe her as child-like ( but not in an insulting way).

Thanks for your prayers and advice, Larry

bagpussinamerica · 09-21-2007, 01:52 PM

Larry, I am so sorry that Lori Ann is having so many problems with the people she works with. The problem she is facing is something many of us here can relate to. Lori Ann doesn't show any visible signs of injury and because of that people won't believe that she is actually injured. I hurt my back. But I can stand up now.....couldn't a few weeks ago.........but now I can and everyone looks at me and I can see them thinking.......What's wrong with her....she can work. And as a result I do try to do things around the house and Whammo..I am back to square one.

Lori Ann absolutely has to follow doctor's orders. And hit on the head has reprucussions. She has to accept that she is having problems and that she will get better, but it will take time. It still seems to me that she is having a melt down as well as everything. Just keep doing what you are doing and pray. Prayer isn't just for the serious things we face in life....it is also very good for feeling better in general. Take care of yourself as well. I will be praying for you both.