skinslove<3 Posted September 8, 2008 Share Posted September 8, 2008 My 23-year old friend had a heart attack yesterday and is in “guarded” condition. We just got back from vacation, which during our trip he complained of heart pains, thinking that it was severe heart burn which it turns out, he had a couple of small heart attacks while on the trip. He is a wonderful person, and one of my best friends. He has a heart of gold and a smile that lights up the room. He is a huge Redskins fan, and I ask that you all please keep him in your thoughts and prayers. I know that I have the support of this family. I am heartbroken, in shock, and just numb to the situation. I can't believe this is happening to someone so young, and someone so close to me. I really need you guys. Thank you. <3 8:55am-They started to bring his body temperature up last night around 6pm. His sedative ran out and he tried opening his eyes, the nurse asked him if he could hear her, he moved his head up and down. They have to knock him back out after this because they didn't want him to go into shock with his body warming up. I just got back from seeing Kris. He is slowly coming back. I walked in and Kristine (his gf) said "Kris, Amy is here", and he opened his eyes and turned his head towards me. I went over and grabbed his hand and he mouthed, "Hey Amy." I cried….he should be fully awake by the end of today. He keeps trying to move his legs, which is causing some bleeding, so we don't want to excite him too much. I know that I am going to have my K-Risky back…I am just so excited to see him progress today. He is signing that he is cold also, which is so positive. He is squeezing with so much strength and he is such a fighter, I am so proud of him. He has had his Redskins blanket on through this entire ordeal, and before I left him this morning I sang a line of HTTR, because I had to, and he squeezed my hand the entire time. Nurses came in and had to do the morning assessments, I had a meeting, getting ready to go back up and check on him again. The goal is to get the thing out of his artery today and to get him off the ventilator. They took the balloon thing out, but they had to sedate him, he is getting too exited when people are coming in. He says hey to me each time I walk in, and points and squeezes so hard. He is also asking for people, it's such a good sign. I just got back from lunch and they had to sedate him again, more than likely due to the excitement his body is experiencing, they don't want him to go into shock. Ill keep you posted. my K-RISKY. <3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Burgold Posted September 8, 2008 Share Posted September 8, 2008 Best hopes to you and your friend. 23 is way too young. No more chilli fries. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spaceman Spiff Posted September 8, 2008 Share Posted September 8, 2008 Wow, thats sad to hear...someone that young having problems like that. Thoughts and prayers to your friend. I hope he makes a speedy recovery. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
China Posted September 8, 2008 Share Posted September 8, 2008 23!? That's too young. Best wishes to your friend. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
skinsfan44 Posted September 8, 2008 Share Posted September 8, 2008 Wow. 23 is way to young to have a heart attack. My thoughts and prayers to your friend, SL. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
skinslove<3 Posted September 8, 2008 Author Share Posted September 8, 2008 thank you all. it really puts a lot of things into reality. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lovetoaster Posted September 8, 2008 Share Posted September 8, 2008 thank you all. it really puts a lot of things into reality. Best wishes to your friend SL. I had a friend of mine that had a heart attack when he was 24. It certainly does put things into perspective. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DeanCollins Posted September 8, 2008 Share Posted September 8, 2008 praying for a speedy recovery. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SkinsOrlando Posted September 8, 2008 Share Posted September 8, 2008 Thoughts and prayers Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rdsknbill Posted September 8, 2008 Share Posted September 8, 2008 Damn. 23? Thoughts and prayers Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
iMeast Posted September 8, 2008 Share Posted September 8, 2008 Thoughts and prayers indeed. HTTR Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SkinsNatsFan Posted September 8, 2008 Share Posted September 8, 2008 You and your friend are in my prayers. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ldysknzfn1 Posted September 8, 2008 Share Posted September 8, 2008 Geeze <3...I'm so sorry. Hopefully youth is on his side as far as recovery is concerned. I'm sure the physicians are doing all they can to help him. I will certainly say a special prayer for him and you and the rest of his family. God bless and give you both peace and grant him a speedy recovery! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IHOPSkins Posted September 8, 2008 Share Posted September 8, 2008 Prayers are up Stay Hopefull Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MEANDWARF Posted September 8, 2008 Share Posted September 8, 2008 Psalm 23 A psalm of David. 1 The LORD is my shepherd, I shall not be in want. 2 He makes me lie down in green pastures, he leads me beside quiet waters, 3 he restores my soul. He guides me in paths of righteousness for his name's sake. 4 Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, [a] I will fear no evil, for you are with me; your rod and your staff, they comfort me. 5 You prepare a table before me in the presence of my enemies. You anoint my head with oil; my cup overflows. 6 Surely goodness and love will follow me all the days of my life, and I will dwell in the house of the LORD forever. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SonnyRules Posted September 8, 2008 Share Posted September 8, 2008 Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your young friend. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Special K Posted September 8, 2008 Share Posted September 8, 2008 I'm really sorry to hear about this SkinLove <3. I will keep your buddy in my thoughts and prayers. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
skinslove<3 Posted September 8, 2008 Author Share Posted September 8, 2008 thank you all so much. i am going to print this out and give it to his family. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Capt Rich Fla Posted September 8, 2008 Share Posted September 8, 2008 Prayers and best wishes. Hail Mary, full of grace The Lord is with the Blessed art thou amoung women And blessed is the fruit of thy womb Jesus Holy Mary, Mother of God Pray for us sinners Now and at the hour of our death Amen. :notworthy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WVUforREDSKINS Posted September 8, 2008 Share Posted September 8, 2008 You know you have my support. Hope everything turns out OK. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Heidenreich Posted September 8, 2008 Share Posted September 8, 2008 Thoughts & prayers for sure Aim..... If you need anything, you know where to find me. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ECU-ALUM Posted September 8, 2008 Share Posted September 8, 2008 Keep the faith SkinsLove...and we will do the same. May the Lord bless your friend and you during this time. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SkinsD Posted September 8, 2008 Share Posted September 8, 2008 I hope your friend has a speedy recovery, please keep us posted. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
D'KanSkinFan Posted September 8, 2008 Share Posted September 8, 2008 Prayers to your friend SL; Unfortunately, MI's aren't selective to age:(. You're in God's hands................feel comfort; and know that there are allot of prayer headed upward for both of you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MikeInJc aka M.I.A. Posted September 8, 2008 Share Posted September 8, 2008 Amy, your friend is definitely in my prayers. Having this happen is really bad especially at a young age. Please keep us updated and feel free to call me if you ever need someone to talk to. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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