Rachel was discharged from the hospital this evening, and as I type this, is at home relaxing on her couch, snug as a bug! We thank you for joining us all in prayer, and are grateful to the Lord for her speedy recovery. She is by no means completely healed, but has been given medication to help with the pain, the nausea, and the dizziness. She is nervous and relieved all at the same time… Nervous to be so far from doctors, should she need them, but relieved to have had a hot bath and snug at home.
Julia’s drawing of the accident
There were a few witnesses of her fall who didn’t see the whole incident, but were the only ones speaking up over the weekend. Just last night we heard the full story, and Rachel asked me to clear the air… It does not bode well with her to know that people think that she tripped and fell because she was drunk.
Following is the real story, according to several people who saw the entire thing… A story confirmed by Rachel as truth.
She, our brothers, and a group of friends were all walking home after having a few drinks. Rachel was certainly not drunk… She was walking with her good friend, arms wrapped around each other when a new guy friend came up from behind and swung Rachel around to face him, lifting her up in his arms. He then tripped over the curb, dropping her to the ground and falling after her. Rachel did not have time to react, not knowing she would hit the ground head first. Her friend did not have time to prevent her fall.
When you lift Rachel up in prayer, will you pray for her friends and our brothers, as well? Everyone involved feels horrible, each wishing they could have done something to prevent this accident. Rachel is asking why this had to happen to her and, understandably, feels very confused by it all. Her full recovery will take much time, but the effects of this incident will last forever.
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glad to hear it! will continue to pray for her!
Prayers and Blessings,
Miss Amanda
http://superangelsblog.com
Glad she is home but continuing in prayer for her and all involved.
so thrilled she is home – and plz know prayers will continue for her and everyone else!!
Blessings–Ellie
Quite the ride you all have been thru! Certainly a horrific experience, but it looks like with time she’ll be up and running around and feeling better.
Continued wishes for healing.
I am so glad to hear she is home and resting.
I am sorry people just assumed she was drunk, that is wrong of them to think before knowing the truth.
Accidents happen and I am glad your sister is ok. If it was my sister I would be just as concerned as you are.
I hope she recovers quixly and is abck to her self in no time! HUGS to you and your entire family!
So glad to hear she is home and doing better. Such a scary ordeal for everyone involved!
Still sending prayers your way..
Oh, Christine! I can’t imagine. We have had some scary accidents at our home (involving stitches and what not) that I’m sure would lead others who don’t know to speculate. You certainly didn’t have to give any details, but it should help people to not judge. I’m just glad she’s home!
I am glad she is home.
still sending prayers for her AND for her friends and brothers. i can’t imagine the guilt they are feelings. although NO ONE is at fault. accidents are simply that…accidents.
so glad to hear she is home
Glad to hear she is home!!! Prayers still being said – for all!
Glad to hear she is home. In my prayers.
I’m glad to hear she is home resting. Accidents can happen so fast. I’m sure her friend feels terrible.
Glad she’s home! It’s a good sign that the docs think she’s fit.
Here’s to a speedy recovery!
So glad to hear she’s home! Continued prayers for her, your family and all those with her at the time of the incident.
God Bless
Oh, poor thing! I just saw this, and wanted to let you know that Matt and I and the girls are praying for Rachel!
I am so glad that you have this wonderful forum which enabled you to inspire so many people to pray for Rach. I just checked out your bog for the first time and it was so wonderful to see how many of the people that read your blog kept her in your thoughts. I will keep praying and I love all of you Scalzis!
You know, I don’t think it ever occurred to me whether she had been drinking or not, let alone drunk. I just thought it was heels or something that caused her to fall, or cracks in the sidewalk, missing a step, etc. She is sweet to not want anyone thinking horribly about her, though. She needs to focus on getting better.
Thank you for your updates about her. I’ve kept you all in my thoughts and prayers. I am glad she is home and more comfortable.
Praise the Lord that she is safe and warm at home! I will continue to pray for her and all who were with her.
Christy
glad to hear that she is doing good, we will continue to keep her in our prayers as she recovers. thanks for the update!
caryn
Praying for Rachel and all involved. So glad she is home!
so thrilled rachel is home. what a terrible accident. and it is awful others think it is her fault – she is lucky she has you and your blog to set the record straight. life is so short and you never know when some random incident will turn into a horrendous accident. love julia’s drawing – she is quite the artist. get well rachel!