I got to take a shower earlier this afternoon, and I even did it all on my own. They wrapped up my leg dressings with plastic and sent me on my merry way. Not that the plastic helped, I still ended up soaking my legs LOL:-D It didn't hurt though. But I am now in my PT's with socks and sneakers on and I even found my perfume in my bag and spritzed some on (Clinique Happy:-D). Oddly enough my make up bag was also in my ruck sack, but I don't think that I will be wearing that for quite awhile ROFL:-D
They tell me that my command was quite surprised to hear that I was talking, and the medics on scene as well, but they also tell me it was a good thing as I kept myself from going into shock. I am feeling a heap load better today, the shower helped and I also have regained marginal mobility in my left leg, so crutching around the wards isn't quite as difficult. I am still on an IV for my antibiotics, but the nurse says that because I am eating and drinking just fine, I should be able to switch to pills tomorrow.
I have been making friends in the ward, the guy in the bed to my left had a motorcycle accident while home and then tore his stitches again when he got here. We have been talking quite a bit back and forth and it has helped the extreme boredom. Other guys have been in and out, getting medevaced to Lanstuhl. We got a new one in this afternoon, another IED like me, and he is doing well also. He just walked into the MWR room here, so he is up and walking now:)
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...just started reading your blog a few weeks ago and I couldn't believe it when I followed the link on Greyhawk's site. I thank God you're ok, and I pray for the family of your comrade who didn't make it.
I want to thank you from the bottom of my heart for your service and your sacrifice. Please heal quickly, and keep that sense of humor!
--Phil in Michigan
Hugh Hewitt sent his readers your way, I am sorry to hear you were injured, and I wish to thank you for your service. All of the soldiers are dear to my family's hearts. God speed and a healthy recovery to you.
Anonymous seems to be easier for the not ept. Am one of Greyhawk's 'lanche.
Wish you a quick recovery and all good things.
Thank you, SGT.
Another Greyhawk reader here to wish you well. You and all the others serving are daily in my thoughts and prayers. Thank you for all you do.
Retread
A big thank you to you and all other soldiers in harm's way. We are so proud of you and grateful for all you do. I'm praying for a speedy recovery for you, and
for comfort and strength for the family of the soldier who died.
My nephew is a Marine who was in the very first phase of the war in Iraq. He's
home and safe, but now I follow the stories of soldiers in Iraq (because I know what he went through.) Our country owes you and your fellow soldiers a big debt of thanks.
Linking to you from Hugh Hewitt's site. Lisa from Iowa
Hey, you! Yeah, the one with the face!
There are now TWO bottles waiting here with your name on 'em, girl. I have no intention of drinking them alone.
What does this do for getting your ass out of hell? Any sooner? Please?
-G
Get well and God Speed.
Thank you for all you do...
Michael
Wishing you a speedy recovery, Sarge. Thanks and prayers to you and your fellow soldiers over there.
-Dan
I'm not ept either, but 2Slick sent me your way and I want you to know that I send you my best get well wishes
and that everyone in Melbourne, Fl appreciates you and your sacrifices and those of your comrades. Your attitude is amazing and you probably give strength to many. God Bless You!!!!
Hi Lizzie-
I'm so thankful you're alive and in such good spirits. You're in my thoughts and prayers, as is the family of the soldier killed. Your strength and grace under fire amazes me. Lots of hugs, and I'll toss in a bottle to add to Garrison's stash if it'll get you home sooner. Thanks for all you're doing there, and don't lose any more bits. Come home safe!
Myles
First time here, just wanted to express my well wishes with every one else. ;)
Garrison said to get my tail over here and wish you well, and since his every wish is my command, here I am. Now that I've found your blog, I'll be back regularly, all on my own. Oh, and I'll see his booze and raise you some homemade bread and jam. Good luck, and be careful. Those ain't wasps buzzing through the air, you know.
Hey Sgt. Lizzie!
Sounds like you're getting up and around a bit more (without the "what-are-you-doing-out-of-that-bed-Soldier" treatment from the docs & nurses!). I'm also suprised your site hasn't crashed yet due to the extra traffic. 2Slick and HH are big time girl- so welcome to the BIG TIME. Too bad it came at such a cost, though. Getting through the emotional toll of your accident will hit, and I hope you know how many shoulders are out there for you. Get well soon!
come home !!!!!! keep your head up and spirits high. i hated reading all of this i did not look at the pictures. tell them you have served now you are ready to come home damn it !!! if there is anything you need let us know and we will help the best we can ..... god bless
God Bless you Lizzie. Hugh Hewitt's blog sent me to your blog. You're in my prayers. And I'm going to blog about you so that others will pray for you too.
Gerry Phelps
www.anotherwitness.blogspot.com
Well, I don't stop by for awhile (computer break) and then I pop in to see that you are no longer bored and having all kinds of adventures of the not so pleasant type. I was terribly sorry to hear about the driver. Prayers for his family and yours.
Its great that you've got that terrific sense of humor and it's still going strong.
Hope you get home soon. All the best on your full recovery.
WOW GIRL!! Look at you!!! I haven't seen these many comments on any of your posts! See what happens when you get into trouble!! WE ALL JUST LOVE YA GIRL!! Hang in there!
I just want to say thank you for your service and sacrifice. It's good to see that you are on the mend, and here's hoping that you travel that road with no speed bumps.
Oh, I also added you to my blogroll, hope you don't mind... camafia.blogspot.com
Garrison mentioned you in one of his posts and I am here because of that and the fact that I am very sorry for your injuries. I hope your recovery goes well and I will be adding you to my Links and also notifying all to send you all the good wishes they can. Please take care, and know that many are thinking of you.
When the stitches start to itch is when it's gonna get fun - a toothpick applied gently always worked for me. That first shower alone is a beautiful thing, no? I'm sorry as hell that you got hit, and sorrier that your driver didn't make it... keep that attitude and sense of humor going and it'll get you through the rough spots to come. Most important thing to remember is that the future is yours - those bastards didn't take it away from you. Get well soon.
as a fellow member of the church of steele, wanted to send out get well wishes to you, and take care out there you brave woman you!!
You are such an inspiration of survivor spirit. I am a young australian girl and I admit to being a little ignorant about war and it's horrors. That has changed. I do know all about battles within yourself however, and I really think that you are amazing , you are going to live through this. Thank you God.
I will continue to read your writing, this blog is a rare gem of honesty and a great coping mechanism for you, so promise you will keep writing. It is a very powerful healing tool.
My thoughts and prayers to everyone involved, may your recovery be swift and thorough.
Lovely to meet you,
Heroinegirl.
Thank you from the bottom of my heart for your service to our country. Words cannot express just how grateful I feel for you and all our other service people. You are in my thoughts and prayers, for a swift recovery. I'm also praying for your buddy and his family.
I've had your site on my favorites list for a while now, but it was Greyhawk at Mudville Gazette who sent me over today.
Blessings to you.
Sgt Lizzie,
I just want to wish you all the very best and hope that soon you will be healed completely.
Thank you so much for your service to our great country and to Iraq.
Please stay safe and get well soon!!
For a minute there, I thought your site HAD crashed. Sgt. Lizzy, thank you for your service! Totally inadequate, but all I can say.
My prayers go out for the driver and your family. Having three children of my own about your age, well your mom must be SO well put together. Bless her. I am so glad that it sounds like you have your mom's grit and humor, remember that when you get back here! (Coming from the mom of 23 year old daughter!)
adding my prayers and good wishes to those of the others....
thank you for what you're doing.
Hi. Saw your story at Doc in the Box and came over to spread the love, wish you well and God Speed! Thanks for everything you're doing.
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