Help I'm alone tonight.

[cilla4progress]

Husband of 42 years sustained a serious injury in a skiing accident today.

Tomorrow he will have surgery to fuse vertebrae in his neck.

I can't believe I'm even typing these words.

With what is going on in Ukraine too, I'm barely holding on.

Ive spoken with family but all are asleep now - 11:30 PST.

I'm up watching this disaster unfold. Alone and terrified.

Hopefully i can fall asleep soon.

Grateful for this community.

[regnaD kciN]

1. You have our support...

...keep typing on here if you need someone to listen and respond.

[brer cat]

2. We are here, Cilla.

I am so sorry about your husband's accident. You must be terrified. I hope the surgery goes well and he recovers fully. I think we all are apprehensive about spine surgery, but they can do wondrous things.

[cilla4progress]

3. Thanks much.

Going to try to sleep now..soon...

So scared and sad for everyone.

This is a nightmare.

[PortTack]

4. Very very sorry...well wishes to you and your husband

And to the ppl of Ukraine, please be safe!

[dameatball]

5. Many of us are here with you tonight. I am sorry that things piled up on you, but you will be okay.

Hoping for a speedy recovery for your husband.

[Lefta Dissenter]

6. That's a lot for one person to carry

We’ll try to lighten your load.

All my best to you and to your husband. I’m sure he is in very good hands for his care and surgery. I hope you can get some rest for a bit.

[dem4decades]

7. Don't let the Ukraine situation get to you, there's nothing you can do.

Watch something soothing or funny on TV. And as far as you husband, a friend of mine had a similar operation and was golfing before too long. Just relax, do something that relaxes you and fall asleep. Let us know how is going.

[cilla4progress]

8. Thanks all.

Appreciate you..

Will send updates.

Good night.

[blm]

9. ((cilla))

[Eyeball_Kid]

10. The best of luck, good fortune, and health to both of you.

And draw strength from your DU community.

[Rhiannon12866]

11. That's the wonderful thing about DU, we're always here, 24/7, no matter where you are

You're never alone, we're here when you need us. I agree that these are scary times, unbelievable what we're seeing unfold in the world, but we're watching this together. And we're here for you during your tough and scary times, too - sending those powerful DU healing vibes to your husband, and the calming ones to you.

[skylucy]

12. So sorry about your husband. My neighbor had that operation and she is very happy with the results.

She has a lot of health issues and has had a lot of surgeries. She was surprised and happy that she recovered from the neck vertebrae surgery more quickly than her other operations. Sending positive vibes that all goes well for your husband.

Ukraine situation is sad and scary, but thank goodness we have President Biden.

[Demovictory9]

13. we are here

[sprinkleeninow]

14. ...

[fierywoman]

15. We love you! Sending positive vibes to hubbby and you.

[alwaysinasnit]

16. Sending digital hugs and wishing your husband a speedy recovery.

[NBachers]

17. The DU PST Crew is here for you, with love, care and support.

[MacKasey]

18. Take care

Get some rest

We will always be here for you

[CentralMass]

19. Best wishes for a speedy recovery for your husband.

[Emile]

20. With DU you are never alone. We're here for you!

[electric_blue68]

21. Oh my! A successful surgery, and a relatively easy and full recovery!

And East Coasters who sometimes stay up too late.

Hopefully you can get some rest in there.

[FreepFryer]

22. Hope you are feeling better, wishing you and all of us better tidings in the days ahead (Nt)

[SheltieLover]

23. Healing vibes on the way! 💗💗💗

My daughter had neck fusion & was fine afterwards. Was back to playing sports in no time!

We are always here for you, Cilla!

[lostnfound]

24. Hang in there. They can do amazing things medically these days

Hopefully it goes well today.
It’s all quite disorienting. Try not to worry yourself sick, stay optimistic — it is better for your health.

[chia]

25. Sending love

[Fla Dem]

26. Hope you made it through the night and got some sleep

All the best wishes for a successful surgery for your husband today.

We're all horrified at what's happening in Ukraine and hoping for as best an outcome as possible.

[cilla4progress]

29. Thanks, yes,

a bit.

Need a sleep aid, I guess.

[Fla Dem]

30. Hemp Oil helps me.

[lark]

27. I had two head traumas in 6 weeks in 2019 and had to have neck surgery.

I had a discectomy at 2 levels (C3/4 and 4/5) with fusion and a titanium plate. I healed fast, was up walking well within a few hours. Eating has been the most challenging thing, once the pain went away but sleeping in the neck brace was also a big challenge, especially since I am a very restless sleeper so had to wear this for months.

Hopefully his surgery and recovery will go as well for him as mine did. Best wises for both.

[cilla4progress]

28. Thank you for the encouragement, Lark, and,

I'm so sorry you had to go through such a trauma!

[Laffy Kat]

31. I just now saw this....

Still, sending hugs and vibes of support.

[Mr.Bill]

32. Maybe try listening to some music.

Music has always gotten me through difficult times. I hope your husband has a quick and complete recovery.

[Tree Lady]

33. Hope surgery went ok

Sorry you were alone dealing with the stress.

[cilla4progress]

34. Surgery today was successful!

A brilliant and talented young Czech surgeon is to thank! We talked Ukraine a little. Kindred soul.

Appreciate you all here so much!

Hope I can sleep tonight!

[no_hypocrisy]

35. Very happy for you and your husband.

[smirkymonkey]

36. I'm so sorry for you and your husband, Cilla.

Although it's the morning now, I am thinking of both of you and hoping your nights will get easier. Please take care and let us know how things are going!

[electric_blue68]

37. Wonderful for your successful surgery! 🎉

[niyad]

38. I am just now seeing this, sending vibes for healing and complete recovery

for your husband, and strength and endurance for you.

[llashram]

39. may your husband heal

and you know many good thoughts are on their way. For him and you.