As I’m wheeled down the hospital hallway it’s a memory I will never forget. I was lying in bed with a broken rod in my back. My doctor sent me to his fellow doctor in Dallas, Texas so after the long drive we got to Doctor J’s office. He said I had to get a Halo. “No” boys not the game it’s a thing they screw into your head. In the waiting room for surgery out of the tip of my ear I heard “Madeline Rogers” , The most terrifying sound my name. It was time for my Halo. When I woke up I had the worst migraine. I was so sorry for my Mom she had to sleep sitting up because I was sleeping on her. A week later I was spinning around and around and around! My Dad always got worried that I would fall. Soon I didn’t see my dad or big brother for a month… On February 22 the day came for the biggest mad most terrifying surgery in my life. As I woke up from surgery my legs were num I tried again and again , I could not sit up. Day after day I learned how to walk again. On April 1 Doctor J said your going home! My mom and me said ” are you joking!” when he said no we cheered with excitement! In my mind I said this is a memory I will never forget.
Written by Minnie
2012
Beautifully said Minnie! I love that you are telling your story!
Big hugs!
Steph
Thank you for sharing your hospital story with all of us. You are a very good writer and I am excited to read more things that you write.
This makes me miss my Rogers family more!!
You are an awesome writer Madda!!! We Love you!!!
Minnie, it is soooo cool hearing that from your perspective! You are an amazing writer! I remember your Mommy posting the video of you spinning on your traction device, hanging from you halo. Lets just say that your Daddy was not the only one that was afraid you would fall! (Morgan thought it was “wicked cool” though) What a brave girl you were through the whole thing. Cant wait to hear more of your memories!
Lisa
Dear Minnie What a special young lady you are and brave beyond Words. Thank you for writing it down, not that you could even forget what has happen, there are a lot of people that I share your story with that just can’t believe what you have been through, keep writing. Love Gram & Pop
What a great story! Keep up the great writing!
Dear Brave Minnie! I love your bravery, your great faith in God, your love of family & friends, your tender heart for others and thank you for sharing your story….God has used your story many times and will continue to bless the hearts & souls of others by YOU and your story! Love Mema & Papa
I know we don’t get to see you or talk to you that often, Minnie. But we love you & pray good things for you. You are a blessing and an inspiration!
Hey Minnie,
I am sooo excited to hear what you have to say. You are the strongest, biggest fighter I have ever met. Your story is one of amazement, endurance and mightiness. We love you sooo much.