C: Best-Laid Plans...Roadblocks!


Well, our images of mood-setting pictures of Mom and Mother-in-law drawing a name for our contest just crashed and burned. Yesterday my MIL fell backwards and broke her hip. We spent all day yesterday at the hospital and she went into surgery at 10 p.m., getting out at 1:15 a.m. this morning. I promise to get back with the winning name just as soon as I can slow down just a bit (if I don't fall asleep first...). I am not near the help to V on the wedding I had promised, but I'm sure it will go off well. Back with you in a bit. In the meantime, keep us all in your prayers. C

Comments

Threeblindsheep said…
Hope your MIL is OK following the surgery. I'm glad she has you around!

Best of luck to the both of you
September 4, 2009 at 6:24 AM
Anonymous said…
Oh C so sorry about her misfortune. Hope things go well for her. So you are surprised to learn I am, well almost 72. Here is my secret. When I turned 50 I decided the next birthday would be 49,48 etc. I am now 21. The only thing I don't do now,that I did at 50, is water ski and roller skate.
QMM
September 4, 2009 at 7:24 AM
Iron Needles said…
Good thoughts your way for you and the MIL. I am sure she is thankful for you.
September 4, 2009 at 8:57 AM
kath001 said…
Lifting your dear mother-in-law up in prayers for healing and grace to meet each need.

kathleen
September 4, 2009 at 10:51 AM
Anonymous said…
Goodness! What a day! Hope everything is okay over there. . .
September 4, 2009 at 11:51 AM
Leslie said…
So Sorry to hear that your MIL fell and broke her hip. Please tell her that I am wishing her a healthy and speedy recovery. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
September 4, 2009 at 3:24 PM
KathyB. said…
Oh my! You have a whole horse-trailer load of things to attend to! Way more important than your generous blog give-away and anyone who is desirous of a book on etiquette would be plum happy to hear you attended to your beloved MIL and to the wedding responsibilities and festivities before you resumed your fun blogging! Prayers for you all, for sure.

You'd better keep us informed ( please?) as to your MIL's condition and recovery and looking forward to wedding pictures on your blog!
September 4, 2009 at 6:03 PM
Mama said…
Sorry to hear about your MIL. Here's hoping and praying for a quick and painless recovery for her -- and rest for you!

P. S.: I keep thinking about that road trip. hmmmmm
September 4, 2009 at 7:48 PM
Anonymous said…
I am so sorry to hear about your MIL. Tell her we are thinking of her and sending healing thoughts. Don't forget to take care of yourself and take a deep breath.
September 5, 2009 at 2:09 PM
Martha said…
So sorry to hear about MIL and hope she has a speedy recovery. She is so fortunate to have you to help her.
September 5, 2009 at 8:09 PM
Joolz said…
Hi C

That is such bad luck for your M-i-L and I hope she will be okay after the surgery. Wishing her a good, speedy recovery,

cheers - Joolz
September 6, 2009 at 7:48 PM
Michelle said…
Wishing your MIL a quick recovery.
September 6, 2009 at 8:38 PM
Anonymous said…
C -- I'm so sorry to hear about your MIL's fall and surgery. All my best to her.

Hope V's wedding is beautiful, touching and UNEVENTFUL! :)
September 7, 2009 at 3:16 PM
Melissa said…
C,

I am praying for your Mother in law. May she have a speedy recovery.

And V,

I thank you so much for what you wrote me on my blog. Your words meant so much to me and truly opened my heart and soul.

Thank you.

Melissa
September 7, 2009 at 5:18 PM
Vee said…
Best quick recovery wishes to your mother-in-law. I understand that they do amazing things now with hip surgery and broken bones. It's not like it used to be thank goodness. You really are a blessing to her and I'm so glad that she is back in your life. Take care now...
September 7, 2009 at 7:44 PM
Eggs In My Pocket said…
Oh, I hope your MIL will recover quickly, bless her heart! Take good care of each other! blessings,Kathleen
September 8, 2009 at 11:05 AM
Robynn's Ravings said…
Absolutely will do. So sorry to be late finding out! Take care to all!
September 8, 2009 at 5:52 PM
Nezzy (Cow Patty Surprise) said…
So sorry to hear about your MIL. I have seen mine through several surgerys lately and my Mom had hip surgery two years ago. I know how life consuming it becomes. I will defiantly pray for your MIL. This Ozarks farm chick enjoyed her ride through your blog. Take care of yourself and God Bless!!!
September 9, 2009 at 10:48 AM
Vickie said…
Oh I'm so sorry to hear about the mother in law's hip! She is going to need alot of care. I'm glad you two are around to help her. Will she have to go to a nursing home or rehab place? My prayers are with you all. You both are up to your EYEBALLS!

Inquiring minds want to know - what did you find in your dad's nightstand? Anything interesting?
September 10, 2009 at 10:09 AM
Big D said…
Hope you all feel better and get well soon.
September 11, 2009 at 3:02 AM
Brenda said…
Thanks for commenting on my blog! I read some of yours (it's late and I should be in bed). Very cool. Curious how you found my blog. The only one we seem to have in common is My Messy, Thrilling Life. Hope your MIL heals quickly.
September 12, 2009 at 1:01 AM
Melissa said…
C and V,

I hope all is well with both of you. You are both in my thoughts.

Love Melissa
September 14, 2009 at 10:33 AM
Anonymous said…
How is your mother-in-law?

Would you post something (even a couple of sentences) to let us know?
September 24, 2009 at 11:10 AM
Suzan said…
Damn! Hope all is well at this later date, C.
September 27, 2009 at 9:04 AM
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