ANA Discussion Forum
Post-Treatment => Facial Issues => Topic started by: pattibobatti on February 16, 2010, 08:11:51 pm
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Most of you won't remember me... I had AN surgery 4 years ago today. I did have to go through so much. Paralysis, had my cornea romoved because they did not protect it during sugery, developed a desease in my hip because of the steroids....actually went 'crazy' from being on the steroids too long........ very bad recovery.....
I sit here tonight and think about all this. I have had much surgery to correct all the above. I actually look good. My sorrow now cannot compare with what I have just told you. My son died less than 4 months ago. He was a wonderful young man. 21 years old.
I am a christian and know that he is in heaven now. Of course, that brings me much joy. Tonight I would love the chance to be with Sean(my son), but instead I have to wait. Please know that I miss my son and that I am still grateful to have survived the bad outcome.
Patti
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Oh Patti,
I dont know what to write except to send my deepest sympathies on the loss of your son. I am sure that you will miss him, and I am so glad you are comforted by your faith and the knowledge that he is in a better place.
I, too, am four years out (almost) and it is certainly a test of tenacity and faith to overcome the obstacles.
I am sending out my prayers for you.
Love
Amy
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Patti;
I am speechless, definatelly you are a strong woman. May the comfort of God help you during this difficult time.
My thoughts are with you.
God bless you,
Gloria
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Patti,
I don't know that I've ever posted to you but I certainly remember your online signature and reading some of your posts. There are many here on the board that remember you as well and I'm sure they will be along to say Hi! I'm so glad to hear that medically your life is so much better now than after your surgery, I can't imagine going through all the issues you did.
You are missing your son so much and wishing he was here to help you celebrate how far you have come these last four years. I would love to read anything you would like to share about your son and please feel free to tell us how your journey has been since you last posted. Jill
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Dearest Patti,
I remember you here on the forum as my daughter Chelsea and you were going through recovery about the same time.
My heart is breaking for you and your family. I'm so sorry to hear of your loss. May God bless and comfort you with peace and beautiful memories of your son.
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Losing a child is the worst kind of pain for a parent to experience. I'm so sorry that you're having to deal with this after having already been through so much. I'm glad that you know that your son is in the hands of a loving God. My heart is broken after reading your post. May the Lord comfort you and bring you some peace.
Jill
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my heart goes out too you, i now know there is worst things that can happen than a AN, take carexxxxxxxx your son will be watching over youx
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patti
my heart sunk reading this news.... please accept my deepest condolences and know that I send you MAJOR hugglez to you. You know your "AN Family" is always here for you.... just as you have been here for so many of us, myself included :-* :-* :-*
HUGGLEZ!!!!!!!!
Phyl
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Patti -
you've been through so much. I'm sorry about the loss of your son.
Prayers,
Jan
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Patti: Of course I remember you - YOU ARE THE TRAILBLAZER WHO LED KAYBO & me to DR. BYRNES. I am so very sorry to hear about your son. You are one courageous lady, having had been through so much & now this. My thoughts & prayers are with you. Keep a peaceful heart my friend. I think of you often as the angel who guided me during the toughest time in my life. You are forever in my heart, Nancy
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Hi, Patty ~
Thanks for the 4-year update. I was pleased to learn that you came through all the obstacles in pretty good shape.
However, I was absolutely stunned to read through your post and learn that your son, Sean, has died at the age of 21. As the father of a son (age 30) I can somewhat understand the depth of your loss. No parent ever wants to outlive their child and at 21, Sean's life had only just begun. As a Christian myself, I can offer you my sincere condolences and share your confidence that you'll join your boy again, in heaven. Please allow God's mercy and love to give you solace in this dark hour and lean on family, friends and whomever can help you through this. Of course, your 'AN friends' are all thinking of and many will be praying for you. I know you'll find the strength to eventually surmount this tragedy and I hope you'll continue to stay connected with us on the AN forums because you're part of our 'family'. We care about you, Patti, and your loss grieves us all. Although you'll never, ever forget Sean, you will see better days ahead.
Jim
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Patti,
I do remember you. It is so sad to hear that your son has passed from this life. I'm sure that you have many fond memories of him and hope that they give you some comfort. Thank your for sharing this sad news with us. My prayers are with you.
Jean
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Patti, I am sorry to hear of the loss of your son. I can't imagine what that would feel like. We will be thinking of you here and hope for the strength for you to get thru each day.
Cheryl R
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Patti, I have not been around long enough to know you, but I went back and read some of your past posts.
I have a daughter who just turned 22 and is on a study abroad trip in Panama right now. I cannot imagine . . . I do not want to imagine . . . the depth of your loss.
Please know that you are in my prayers. You said that you would love to be with Sean tonight. I believe that someday, when the time is right, God will take you to be with him and you will have a joyous eternal reunion.
Take care and God bless you and your family in your time of need.
Sara
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There's nothing else I can't say that hasn't already been said. My prayers are with you and your family and you will indeed see your son again!
Jay
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Thank you all!!!!
It has been a long time since I logged in.... Things were getting better for me all along....I have had so much help with my face. I can actually smile pretty well. My right eye has always been a pain, but I just had a surgery to lift my lower lid and my sister said that it is the best she has ever seen it. Mostly, the right side of my lips don't work, but I even had a Dr. inject a filler on the right side and it has helped so much.
Although it has been years since I have contacted you all, I have to say that I have thought of you... and checked in as a guest.
I have 3 kids. Jennifer is married and will have our first grandchild in June. Praise God. Derek is the light of my life, like the others, and he is enjoying his being single and loving his new job. And Sean was in college, just 21. Such a wonderful young person- I cannot begin to tell you all about this young man. He resides in Heaven now. What a horrible and wonderful thing. Please know that nothing compares. Love, Patti
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Hi Patti,
I'm so glad you have posted again. Thanks for sharing your family with us, this board isn't just about AN's, it's about the whole person. When and if you come to a point where you want to tell us more about your Sean we are hear to listen. Take care of yourself, Jill
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Patti, I am new to the forum and don't know all of your details but clearly you have been through so much. I wish you continued strength. I believe in the power of thoughts and prayers and I am sending both your way.
Kay
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Hi Patti, just wanted to check in on you and let you know you are in my thoughts and prayers.
Sara
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Patti
I'm so sorry to hear of your loss...I'll keep you in my prayers
JO