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| John Martin Taken December, 2009 |
What you probably don't know is that we all came very close to already having had our last conversation with John! Yes, it's that scary. But, so far at least, it has a good ending.
I'm not sure of the date, but this saga began some days ago, possibly a week or so ago now. John didn't feel well, so crawled back in bed. (That's always a good idea when one doesn't feel well, isn't it?)
He fell asleep. When he woke up, it was dark out. He got up.
He fell, and we now know broke at least four bones in his foot. You're probably aware that John already has problems walking and getting around, due to leg problems.
He couldn't get up! He tried everything. He tried pulling himself up by the oven-door handle. It broke. He was still on the floor.
And laid there for something like four or five days, drifting in and out of sleep or consciousness.
John was receiving therapy and of course missed some sessions. A thoughtful therapy provider couldn't contact him so called the Park office. Allison contacted the ambulance, 911, ---someone--- and they quickly learned that John's motorhome was locked. Reluctantly, they broke a window, opened the door, and found John, still lying on the floor. Alive!
He was taken to the hospital in Port Aransas where he learned the extent of his injuries and is recovering. He'd recovered enough to call Joe late in the week and relate this story. Shortly, he'll be moved to Corpus Christi, where he'll receive some weeks of treatment for a bone infection in his leg.
If you'd care to help John pass the hours, his phone number is 402 560-4949. I bet he'd be glad to hear that you are glad that there was a care giver who cared enough to track him down and Allison who came to his rescue.
John's a great artist and a great person. Get well soon, John!
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