I am sitting in her room right now, thinking and remembering...What I do know...Emily has boundless energy, a contagious laugh, a spirit that truly makes you believe you can do anything, a leadership that brings people together, to celebrate, to believe, to fight for...a true kindness, a being beyond her age, the willingness to listen, looks for solutions, a love of people, and a love of life. Emily loves Hanna and is the best big sister a little sister could ever ask for.
What I've learned today...between 72 and 96 hours are the the hardest. Swelling is at it's peak and there is no give in the skull. We are trying to keep her quiet and sedated with very little stimulation, allowing her body the rest and peacefulness she needs during this time period.
This morning, I was able to see her head when they changed the bandages. They have shaved the front part of her hair away leaving a tiny amount of her beautiful, curly, copper, brown hair sticking out the back. She has a beautiful head and was exceptionally gorgeous this morning. Her stitches silently gave me a chuckle...I thought of frankenstein! And then of course I thought Emily would have been thinking the same thing and again, I outwardly smiled!
The hospital has given Emily's friends a place in the cafeteria to set up and be together. You guys have been my rock...Emily has surrounded herself with beautiful people!
Please pray hard...miracles can and do happen!!!
Please post your memories of Emily under the "Memories" topic, or email your photo's to emtarp5@yahoo.com.
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We just heard about the accident today. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during these difficult times. Emily is a strong, powerful and healthy girl who no doubt is fighting her way through this and is just needing the time to heal. Please keep us posted on anything we can do to help. We are sending all of our positive thoughts your way. The Rhodes Family
Sheryl and Family,
Just a quick Hi and to let you know there are more thoughts, hugs, and prayers coming all your way. I know Emily is getting the best care there is and I hope you are all well and taking care of yourselves. Though I don't know Emily myself what I do know of her through you and the outpouring of love I've seen on this blog I know she is a special and wonderful daughter, sister and friend.
Miracles do happen and I pray there is one on it's way to you.
Cristy Artaz
Sheryl and Family,
I just wanted to let you know our thoughts and prayers our with you and your family. The Kotz Family
Sheryl, Dale & Hannah,
Our thoughts and prayers are with Emily and your family. We know that she is such a special girl, and a strong fighter. If there is anything we can do for you, please let us know. We hope you get some good news soon.
Tom, Leslie, Kayla & Courtney Reece
Sheryl, DJ and Hannah -
Our thoughts and prayers continue to be with Emily and your family.
Thank you for keeping this blog so we can keep up with how things are going.
Take care of yourselves too - DJ do you need a chair?
The McNeel Family
Sheryl & DJ:
We continue to send love and positive thoughts your way. Thanks for keeping us posted. Please take care of yourselves during this difficult time and do not hesitate to call on us if there is anything we can do to help.
Annette & Andrew Roberts-Gray
Dear DJ, Sheryl, Emily & Hannah -
How kind you are to take time to keep all of us posted on Emily. It makes us feel closer when we can't be there. We wish we could 'fix' this with a big hug like the one's Emily gives so freely, but know you are in our constant thoughts and prayers. We believe in miracles and know this is going to be a big one.Our love to all of you. We'd love to help. Please let us know if there's something we can do.
XOXO Art, Mari, Graham & J.
Our prayers and thoughts are with you all. Emily is a strong willed and spunky kid.
Dawn, Peter & Shelby
Johnson family:Thank you for creating this blog and keeping us updated...it's hard enough going to school right now and this helps a lot, thank you! Just wanted to let you guys know you are being prayed for 24/7! I didn't really know Emily other than as someone I saw in the halls and around school but she is an amazing person. She has such a big heart and school is just not the same without her! We miss you Emily, get better soon!
Paige
Hey Johnsons,
Just wanted to say how sorry I am to hear about the accident. Emily is in my prayers and in my thoughts constantly. I do believe that she will pull through, her personality is enough evidence of that. My family is behind me in this and we are constantly praying for you all.
Peace and Love,
Tom McGuire
our emmy, what a wonderful young women always running to us with a hug. emily has a lot of strength and is a fighter as we who have seen her play soccer know. we love her lots and our prayers are with you all the time. please know that we are here for all of you at anytime. hugs and kisses from nana and papa.
"The ability to hope is one of life's greatest gifts. The moment we hope that all will end well, that we can accomplish what we set out to do, we have likely insured that we will gain the outcome we hope for. At the very least we have increased the odds in our favor." Joseph m Marshall III, Keep Going, The Art of Perserverance.
When we first heard what had happened to you sweetie, we kept hoping it was greatly exaggerated! We're so sorry to hear that it hasn't been! You are in our prayers all day every day wonderful girl. It's been about 3 years since we saw you last but if memory serves, you're probably the same fireball now that you were then! God is an awesome God and I know he has a huge miracle in store for you! Keep strong and fight hard. We're in your corner rooting for you girlie! Kelly, Audrey, Sabrina and Jeroen Thornton
Johnson Family, Emily is in our prayers and the thoughts and prayers of so many around the world. As we all know, she is well traveled and after leaving town, simply unforgetable. She has touched many and has given us all many laughs, has mystified us all, and provided great memories. She clearly has a purpose on this planet, and she is currently building alignment and we can be sure negotiating with God and they together are deciding how she will continue to inspire so many. Emily is an inspiration, Emily is a fighter. One might even say a little scrappy. We can be certain she will let us know her intentions.
Emily, Be patient. Be Strong. Remember, "yes you can". Love Jim and Colleen
dear emily,
you have been on our thoughts since sunday night. we have been getting updates several times a day. you are surrounded by all the love in the world to help you get through this. keep fighting, we know that you have the strength to pull through. we will be waiting for you to come home.
love,
liane and erika anderson
Sheryl,
I got the news from a training class yesterday at work..
You are right! There are miracles.. Believe in him he is good!! Jesus; His hand on yours saying, “I’m right here.”
Heres a Prayer for you and your family: Blessed Savior, I thank you that the operation is safely past, and now Emily rest in your abiding presence, relaxing every tension, releasing every care and anxiety, receiving more and more of your healing life into every part of Her being. In moments of pain I turn to you for strength for Emily and Family, We feel your loving nearness. Grant that your life and love and joy may flow through Emily. Amen.
Love ya friend..I'm always here for you as you have been there for me during my tough time this year.
Annette
i've known emily since i was really little and i know she is SO strong and going to pull through this! me,my friends and family are praying for you emily!!! ~Leslie
Sherly, DJ, and Hanna-you are in our hearts and prayers-i keep remembering Emily, Rachel and the Cox girls meeting at the library for their "Save the Earth" meetings-I was always so impressed-Emily is a little "Earth Muffin"-She has the strength to heal-God bless you in your time of need-Ann and David Nicholson
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