Attacked by Neighbor: Probably Final Update

[rustysgurl]

I just received word that my neighbor who attacked me (and another neighbor) has succumbed to COVID-19. That is certainly not what I wished for her, as before this all happened, she was a good neighbor to me and my family.

On a happier note the neighbor who came to my rescue and got whacked in the head with the rake has tested negative for COVID-19. I am due to retest on Friday the 4th. I remain asymptomatic, but still quarantining. Frankly, with the uptick in positive cases in our area, we are probably in the house for a while. Our freezer is stocked, I have supplies to make bread, and any groceries or meds we need can be delivered.

I hope this finds everyone well. Thank you again for all your support. It has meant the world to me.

Fingers crossed whoever buys the house will be wonderful neighbors.

[vercetti2021]

1. Glad you and your neighbor didn't get covid

Sadly fate and karma decided to claim your neighbor. Sucks but hard to feel bad for someone like that.

[lunatica]

2. Just stay clear of people as much as you can

I’ve made up my mind that I’m staying shut in for the next few months. I’m OK with it since I’m pretty much a shut in anyway.

Take care of yourself. You’ll be fine.

[MustLoveBeagles]

3. Thanks for the update

It's really too bad it had to end like that. I hate what she did to you and the other neighbor and wanted her to suffer the consequences but I wouldn't wish this virus on anyone. I'm glad that you and the neighbor have both tested negative.

[Archae]

4. At least there won't be any more police stuff...

Unless her brat decides that "You're the one who killed my Mom!", that sort of thing.

The house will probably be sold, and you'll get a new neighbor.

[Meowmee]

5. This has been very traumatic

I am glad you and the neighbor who helped you are negative. And sorry for the one who attacked you, maybe the virus affected her neurologically as well.

[greenjar_01]

6. Oh. My. God.

[ismnotwasm]

7. Wow, what in ordeal.

It’s been interesting to read, and that woman seemed really crazy in a bad way

[Aussie105]

8. I'm guessing your deceased neighbor's behavior can be partly explained

by her developing COVID-19?

Anyway, try to think kindly of her, she paid the ultimate price.

A good end to the story for you and your other neighbor.

It's personal stories like yours that bring it all home to us.

But be vigilant, there be viruses out there.
Be safe.

[Hekate]

23. I was just thinking the same thing. More than one survivor has reported hallucinations/fever dreams

We lived in one neighborhood 35 years, and the guy next door believed in many things I do not. But he was a good neighbor — he was a good man. I would be shocked and heartbroken if he came at me like rustygurl’s neighbor — but if it turned out he was mortally sick when it happened, I think I could find it in my heart to forgive.
💔

[chia]

27. Quite possibly: Delirium fairly common in older COVID-19 patients

A study published today in JAMA Network Open shows that 28% of older COVID-19 patients at seven US emergency departments (EDs) had delirium, putting them at higher risk of an intensive care unit (ICU) stay and death.

A research team led by Massachusetts General Hospital scientists found that, of 817 COVID-19 patients 65 and older arriving at EDs, 226 (28%) had delirium, which was the sixth most common of all signs and symptoms. Delirium was a primary symptom in 37 (16%) of patients with delirium. Eighty-four patients with delirium (37%) had no typical COVID-19 symptoms, such as fever or shortness of breath. (Older adults are less likely than younger people to respond to infection with a fever.)

https://www.cidrap.umn.edu/news-perspective/2020/11/delirium-fairly-common-older-covid-19-patients

[murielm99]

29. Could this explain some of Rudy G's behavior?

I know he is nuts anyway, but he has been so much worse lately. Surely he has been exposed to the virus.

[Bernardo de La Paz]

30. There are reports of neurological damage even in people who have had mild cases. . . . nt

[TrishaJ]

36. That's what I'm thinking, too.

If she was normally a nice neighbor and suddenly went "rabid," it would make sense that she was ill.

[qanda]

53. I was thinking the same thing.

Trump has always been crazy but he may be suffering from some mental side effects as well.

[The Roux Comes First]

9. Neighbor Sounds Like She Was in the Early Stages

But probably of dementia rather than COVID.

Glad the dust seems to be settling and you and other victim are testing well and/or asymptomatic.

In the house is a good idea.

The zany factor appears to be on the rise. Extroversion is not a good character trait right now.

[Boomer]

34. Why not both?

The delirium and neurological damage caused by COVID could aggravate an underlying dementia, resulting in the kind of manic rage she expressed at the OP.

[Texin]

38. Well, her dementia was likely exacerbated by Covid-19. Any infection can do that.

Simple UTIs can produce crazy-time in the elderly. If they can do it without fevers, I'm pretty sure Covid-19 would do it if there was an underlying dementia-like condition.

[BainsBane]

10. Wow. Glad to hear you're okay

What a harrowing experience you've been through.

[marble falls]

11. Jeebers. I can only imagine how this has affected you. You've done nothing to bring on this ...

... sad development. Cherish those good moments you remember and assume reasonably that to some degree Covid infection was an agent in her out of the ordinary behavior.

[Marie Marie]

12. I'm sure this whole series of events have left your head spinning.

Wishing you new, good neighbors.

[AllyCat]

13. Oh no! This is a terrible outcome.

Glad you and the other neighbor are safe.

[Solly Mack]

14. Been following your story. I want to send you hugs and to remind you

of something you already know - the whole mess was a sad, tragic event but don't ever feel guilty about her dying - guilt can come creeping up on the decent even when they have nothing to feel guilty about. Especially with such an outcome, her death.

I've had similar happen to me once and even though I did nothing to cause any of the events, when tragedy struck the person causing me harm I felt bad. I felt guilty. Like I should have been nicer instead of standing up for myself. As if my behavior could have changed what happened a little later.

If you find such feelings lurking about, shake them away.



Take care and stay well!

Wishing for you the best new neighbors ever!

[sarcasmo]

15. Fingers crossed, indeed!

[Hermit-The-Prog]

16. Hoping you can update one more time, with good news from your retest.

[tblue37]

42. I was just about to say this.

[Liberty Belle]

17. I am sorry for her family but glad you won't have to fear her anymore.

Perhaps the virus affected her brain, or she may have had dementia or mental illness.

At least your ordeal should be over now, and maybe you'll get better neighbors in the future.

[LittleGirl]

18. Sounds like covid wrecked her brain

I'm just sad that it ended like this. Good luck with your new neighbors. Hugs.

[SheltieLover]

19. Glad you & neighbor are still negative

Hoping you get the best new neighbors ever!

Sad ending for the lady, but I agree with Solly, no survivors giuilt!

[Maru Kitteh]

20. You, your helpful neighbor and she will never have to deal with the trauma of court,

charges, testimony and all of that. I'm sorry for the trauma you've already been through, and wish you a peaceable and quiet future for your neighborhood.

[denbot]

21. I am glad you and your friendly neighbor are testing negative.

As for the woman who succumbed to C-19, I would place the majority of blame on right wing propaganda, and the assholes who use it like a scalpel to divide us.

She likely harbored unfocused animus to began with, so her journey to violence was short. Regardless of her personal culpability, you kept your side of your interpersonal “street” clean, and this tragic mess is solely on her.

I also wish to also suggest letting go of any guilt that may pop up over what could have been done to change the course of what occurred.

[DeminPennswoods]

26. Dementia and/or infection

can wreck havoc on the brain of the elderly. It removes the filter a brain normally puts on itself. That leads to all kinds of unusual talk and behavior. You might not see any symptoms (fever, etc) other than behavior.

[True Blue American]

41. I have seen dementia

Completely change a personality. It is awful to watch and worse for those who take care of them. Just glad you were not harmed in the attack.
for you and your good friend.

[DeminPennswoods]

43. Seen the same with infection

like a UTI, etc.

[True Blue American]

44. I was just reading the posts about Covid

And how it causes delusions. Parkinson’s does that too. A terrible disease.

[DeminPennswoods]

45. Covid's an infection and in the elderly

infections go right to the brain. Covid19 could be an exception, but often there are no other symptoms like fever, fatigue, muscle ache, etc other than a change in mental status. Saw it firsthand.

[True Blue American]

47. Wow! Thanks for the info.

Just received an email from Sherrod Brown. He is pushing all to wear masks and distancing. Is concerned about the Interns and workers.

[DeminPennswoods]

58. We had no idea about the way infections

affect the brains of the elderly until it happened in our family. Then someone told us. I'll bet there are plenty of people who don't have any idea about it either.

[True Blue American]

59. I didn't

And have tried to read everything I can. On another note DR. Fauci was on Andrea Mitchell today.

Between the vaccine and going on the Biden team he seemed more willing to answer her every question.

Another thought. Do you think Trump’s brain could be damaged from Covid-19? He seems much worse.

[DeminPennswoods]

60. As to Trump,

I think one is that he's getting older and the human body and brain don't tend to improve with age. If you look at the 2016 and 2017 Trump, the decline is noticeable. Two, his father had dementia/alzheimers that has a hereditary component to it. Three, there's no doubt he's mentally ill. That's something that also tends to worsen with age.

[True Blue American]

62. Agree

I have seen both dementia, Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s take strong people down.

Right now I have a friend I have known since he was born have a chip put in. It seems to have really helped his Parkinson’s. A long time Missionary in Brazil.

[Withywindle]

22. I'm so glad your ordeal is over

You're still in my thoughts. Thanks for the update, and sending you good vibes for awesome neighbors in the future.

[Hekate]

24. Thanks for the update

Stay safe and well.

[BGBD]

25. Glad you're still doing ok.

Like I said in your other thread, judging by your situation early last week I thought that the chances you would contract it from the incident were very low. Glad that still looks to be correct.

[cwydro]

28. Wow, she went fast.

Hope your next neighbors are good ones.

[Roc2020]

31. After attacking you a Biden supporter..a Trump supporter

was killed by Covid-19. If that's not poetic justice I don't know what is. Hope her family finds healing.

[Liberal In Texas]

32. Wow. I'm glad you and your neighbor are good so far.

This is what I fear, running into one of these nut cases who are spewing the covid virus like Mt. Vesuvius.

This is why I don't go anyplace I just don't have to.

[Oscarthegreat]

33. There is another term for it

Natural Selection.

[niyad]

35. Thank you for the update. Glad that you and your helpful neighbor are negative so far. Sending

vibes for wonderful new neighbors. Someone should do a thorough cleansing of that house first. Sage smudge, salt, the works.

Be safe and well.

[JudyM]

37. Wondering what is happening with her son... and wishing you a negative test result!

What a story.

[MLAA]

39. May a Democrat be your next neighbor!

And crossing fingers on your next test. 💕

[BobTheSubgenius]

40. So far, so good.

What an unbelievable series of events this has been, but at least the MAGA Saga is over. Of course, we are all hoping very hard that your final test will be negative, so do let us know, please. THAT will be the end of this sordid and weird tale, with a bright line drawn under it.

And, while this is both cold comfort and probably old news...the new neighbours will have to be better.

All the best, rustysgurl!

[jimlup]

46. Karma is such a bitch ...

I wouldn't have wished that result on your crazied neighbor. Sorry that you had to go through this traumatic sequence of events!

[SleeplessinSoCal]

48. This has been surreal.

[cp]

49. You and your neighborhood have survived a harrowing ordeal, with courage.

Thank you for letting us know.

[garybeck]

50. can you provide links to the previous parts of the story please? nt

[rustysgurl]

55. Sorry ... I keep forgetting to do that.

https://www.democraticunderground.com/100214564433

https://www.democraticunderground.com/100214571239

https://www.democraticunderground.com/100214617222

https://www.democraticunderground.com/100214628921

[jayfish]

51. If I Hadn't Watched This From The OP on The Subject...

I say it was made up tripe. ...truly stranger than fiction.

[Caliman73]

52. Sorry that this happened to you and your neighborhood.

It is sad what happened but I am glad that you are doing okay. Take care of yourself and may you live in peace from hear on out.

[Nululu]

54. Hope you stay safe.

Your neighbor may have suffered from Alzheimers or a covid related delusion.

So sad people have to suffer these nutbags during this difficult time.

[Demsrule86]

56. Glad you are OK...stay safe. A vaccine is coming.

[Glamrock]

57. Hate to be that guy rust...

But good. Fuck her. And her asshole son too!

[ProfessorGAC]

61. At Least There's A Sort Of Closure

And, as someone above mentioned, the hassle of a trial is now gone.
Take care RG.

[Ilsa]

63. Hoping for an "All-clear" from the lab for you. nt

[gademocrat7]

64. Glad you are doing better.

Take care.

[JGug1]

65. Oh, My Gosh

I do not believe in Karma. BUT, your anecdote suggests that fate can sometimes be the hunter.

[Blue Owl]

66. Bow down before the one she served, it's time she got what she deserved

[Catherine Vincent]

67. Oh wow

May she rest in peace.

[FailureToCommunicate]

68. So glad you and your neighbor who helped are okay! But, isn't the son of the

whacko woman likely to get her house? He didn't sound too great to have as a neighbor.

I hope for your sake he stays far far away, and life get back to normal, like before this all happened to you.

[rustysgurl]

70. Fortunately, the house is on the market. n/t

[FailureToCommunicate]

71. That's a relief!

I hope you remain heathy.

Thanks for your gripping updates.

What a saga.

[Evolve Dammit]

69. Jeezus. Start the mini-series. Seriously, glad you're OK. Hang in there.