Claudia is now at the level of rehabilitation. She was transferred out of ICU into a regular room at Scott and White, then, was cleared for transfer onto Warm Springs Rehab Hospital in Victoria, Texas, nearer to her sisters Jimmie and Linda and family who are helping emensely with her rehab. She welcomes visitors with some advance notice, if possible, but she is in rehab from 9am til 4pm everyday except Sunday.
The family thanks those who traveled to the visitation in honor of Kirsti at the Sneed Funeral Home in Lampasas on the evening of March 4th. It was such an expression of love and friendship that you all expressed with your presence there. We will look forward to a time of celebration of Kirsti’s life with a memorial service to be planned sometime in the near future. You can watch here for those details to come.
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THE STORY . . .
On the morning of Sunday, March 2, 2008, the lives of Kirsti, Claudia, Ron and the rest of us--were forever changed. Claudia and Kirsti, mother & daughter, were out for a morning walk with the dogs on County Road 2200 in Lampasas County, Texas. While only a quarter mile from the house, an SUV came around a bend at excessive speed, lost control and rolled into them, killing Kirsti and leaving Claudia severely injured.
Claudia was air-ambulanced to Scott and White hospital in Temple, Texas, where she was admitted to their trauma ICU to save her life. She suffered many broken bones, lacerations, but most significantly—a broken spine which has left her paralyzed from the waist down.
With this news, along with the emotional toll of losing our bright and beautiful Kirsti, comes the long road to recovery and the creation of a new “normal” for both Claudia and Ron as they start to knit their lives back together…..and sadly, this all comes at a price—a very HIGH price.
Claudia and Ron know that God is in control and he is a mighty God, who will see them through all of this. Their faith is gaining ground through all of this heartache, which is nothing short of a miracle itself.
Please leave a message for the family at the end of the "Latest Update" blog below in RED --click on '# comments' below. Your words are immeasurable therapy for Claudia & Ron...
Claudia was air-ambulanced to Scott and White hospital in Temple, Texas, where she was admitted to their trauma ICU to save her life. She suffered many broken bones, lacerations, but most significantly—a broken spine which has left her paralyzed from the waist down.
With this news, along with the emotional toll of losing our bright and beautiful Kirsti, comes the long road to recovery and the creation of a new “normal” for both Claudia and Ron as they start to knit their lives back together…..and sadly, this all comes at a price—a very HIGH price.
Claudia and Ron know that God is in control and he is a mighty God, who will see them through all of this. Their faith is gaining ground through all of this heartache, which is nothing short of a miracle itself.
Please pray for God to grant Claudia the strength and wisdom to continue dealing with her considerable physical issues.
Please leave a message for the family at the end of the "Latest Update" blog below in RED --click on '# comments' below. Your words are immeasurable therapy for Claudia & Ron...
Baby Sister
written by Ron one night in the ICU while watching big sister, Jimmie, take care of little sister "C" (Claudia)
Baby Sister
Look back on the years
To see how far you came
sisters thru it all,
You’d do it all again.
Every step you took
You took side by side
From infancy to adulthood,
Withstood the test of time.
You cradled her and nurtured ,
Through all these many years;
You held her and offered comfort,
Through happiness and tears.
You'd pick her up when she’d fall,
Dust her off and then,
Encourage her to get back on
. . . ride that horse again.
So this is nothing different,
Just another town and place
To help your baby sister
put a smile back on her face
ron
the Voice
(I wrote this while Kirst was still in Idaho and we were really missing her...)
For Kirst
was it the moon that shone so bright ?
what could it have been about last night ?
it was full, seemed much like day,
things were clear in every way.
for a moment, the stars aligned,
could it a have been a special sign ?
but a second thought brings perfect focus,
there was no magic, no hocus pocus.
was just that voice I need so bad,
without her call, I’m often sad.
when I hear it I’m so inspired
when it’s close I’m never tired.
that would be my special friend,
with who’s voice my heart will mend.
I think of her last, I think of her first,
. . . it can only be my ‘Kirst’.
love, dad
Wednesday, April 9, 2008
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Dear Claudia and all of Kirsti's Family,
I just heard the news and my heart aches for you all! Kirsti was a dear friend and one of the best people I knew. It's times like these when we question, WHY? The only consilation is that God has a plan for us all, and although some of us are supposed to be with Him sooner than others, He still has a plan. My thoughts and prayers go out to you all. Kirsti will be GREATLY missed. I am so thankful I got to see her one last time before she came to Texas. Please keep me posted on memorial service plans.
Adrienne Lounsbury
a_louns@hotmail.com
Aunt Claudia & Uncle Ron-
I love you both so much and I am praying for you at this time.
I know God is holding you both.
Lots of love!
-kristi & aaron
My dear cousin, words cannot express the sadness I feel at this horrific news. Like my sister a month prior, a senseless and unfair accident. May the strength and support of your family and the memory of your beautiful daughter get you through this. She would want that. We love you.
To Claudia: I have never met you, but I can only imagine what you are going though after what my darling Wife Viki (Your cousin) lost her life the month before your ordeal. I have told my family back in Vermont about you and they can not believe that such a thing happen in the same family a month later. I give you’re my sympathy for your daughter Kristi. Just remember that her and Viki are now in Heaven.
Dear Claudia & Ron,
I just received the blog news about your recent tragic ordeal. I am so sorry and my heart and prayers go out to you both during this time of mourning and your road to recovery.
You always had a funny accent and a caring word for those around you. You are one of the sweetest, hardest working ladies I've ever had the pleasure of knowing! I know your character will help you persevere thru this, with time and maybe with a little from your horses- they are great for therapy recovery!
My heart and prayers are with you-
An old friend and coworker at Pinehurst- Pocatello, Idaho.
Jackie Tiede-Taylor
Dear Claudia and Ron,
I am thinking of you and praying for you this day. God's tender grace and mercy is always there for you. I take both joy and sorrow when I see Kirst's beautiful pictures and photography. She left so many precious gifts for us to treasure always. I love you, Becky
Hello Aunt Claudia-
While in church yesterday, my mind and heart were on YOU! Even though I am miles and miles away in South Carolina, I pray and think of you so much. When I was in Texas in March watching over M&P, I felt so sad that I was so close to you yet I couldn't see you. Family means so much to me and I'm so glad we have you & Kirsti in our family to love.
I know God is taking care of you and I pray you are leaning on Him for all understanding.
I love you!
-kristi
Dear Claudia and Ron-
I cannot in words express the sadness I felt when I heard about your ordeal. I have been keeping you in my thoughts and certainly my prayers. I pray that the Lord comforts you and lets his presence be known to you as you work through rehabilitation and physical therapy. I am so incredibly sorry for the loss of your beautiful Kirsti...I will never forget the way you would absolutely light up when you talked about her or spent time with her. No words can truly offer you comfort at a time like this, however I do hope you know that there are many people who you have met and touched through the years that keep you and your family in their hearts and prayers daily. Some of us are in Idaho and have very fond memories of you and Ron...again I offer you my heartfelt condolences and pray that you will be comforted and shored up during your rehabilitation and physical therapy. I will check the blog for updates on your progress and family.
Another Former Pinehurst Employee-
Jessina McEntire-Murphy
Boise, Idaho
Claudia, Jimmie has sent me the blogger: "Love to Claudia and Kirsti." I am very moved by the words, poems and pictures and can just feel all the love that is there for you and Kirsti. As I was going thru the pictures (all beautiful by the way) one of the first was "Every path leads to somewhere." It is ironic that she would have a picture and saying like that - it is a message from her. What I mean is she is telling you that the "Path to Somewhere" is to her. Kirsti, is right there next to you helping you down that road -- along with all your family. I know you are getting excellent care form your dear sister, my dear friend, Jimmie and your family and friends. I think of you and your family alot and hope for a speedy recovery and rehab. Take care of yourself and you are always in my prayers.
Mary Dillon
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