If you're on here, you already know that my dad had an accident, but I want to explain what happened.
On Monday, June 29th at about 10:15 dad climbed up on a ladder to get on the roof of their house. He slipped (not the most graceful man) and he fell to the driveway about 12 feet below. He landed on his knees. Luckily, Dennis who is his next door neighbor and works with my dad was there with his workers. They immediately called 911 and then went next door to get my grandad (a physician).
When the ambulance arrived they asked where to take dad. It was decided that he needed to go to Baptist Health South in Montgomery, AL. The EMT's took him directly to a local park where a helicopter could land.
He arrived at the hospital at about 12 pm. My mom and grandparents drove. He was still conscious and having immense trouble dealing with the pain so they put him in a medically induced coma.
We found out later that the trauma team usually consults within an hour of the incident, but this time they were tripping over each other to do the consult for my dad. They were done in 15 minutes!
At this point he had:
2 shattered kneecaps
both femurs were broken from the bottom to the middle of the bone and
both femurs were broken at the neck (almost where they connect to the hip)
Multiple facial fractures (jaw bone and palette to name 2)
His nose was completely broken
They took him back for surgery at 7:15 pm and finished at 11:30 pm. He stayed stable during the whole surgery so they were able to put rods, pins and bolts in both femurs. Unfortunately the kneecaps were beyond repair and they had to remove them completely.
Since then, he has continued to remain stable, but not able to be taken off sedation or off the ventilator. On Thursday they attempted to wake him, but the pain was too great and they had to put him back under.
It is now Saturday and we are still praying continuously for his recovery. We see him 4 times a day for 30 minutes each visit. Tomorrow they will try to wake him again. I'll keep you posted!
God has been great to us! We know that we will get to hear dad talk and laugh and smile and make stupid jokes again soon. We miss him tremendously right now.
*I've added a link to 'Steve Seeger Recovery Updates' for my daily entry about my dad's status, please feel free to comment or question on that one as well*
**I have also added a link to my mom's blog 'Priscilla's Blog' as well if you would like to follow my mom's journey through this time and connect with her**
Shannon...We are so sorry to hear about your dad's accident. We are thinking of you and your family and praying for your dad's full recovery. -Shell & Matt Hallahan
ReplyDeleteShannon & Family,
ReplyDeletePlease accept our fullest support, sympathy, and love during this incredibly difficult time. Your Dad will pull through this but like most difficult things, all it takes is a little time. It is hard to find that patience, but I know that with your faith and all around love for each other, this to shall pass. We love you guys and can't wait to hear some good news about Steve and his speedy recovery...
xoxo
Lindsay and Curt Conklin
Shannon,
ReplyDeleteI wanted to let you know that your dad, mom, and family is in our prayers. Just remember that God does not give you anything that you can not handle. Please keep us updated on his recovery.
Shaun and Becky
To the Seeger family,
ReplyDeleteWe are very sorry to hear this. You are in our prayers. Your family has always been so good to me. We hope for a speedy recovery and a quick return to normal for you all. Stay positive. This will all be okay.
Aaron and Kristen Spahl
Terry, Shannon, and family,
ReplyDeleteOur thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Best Wishes for a speedy recovery~
Rick and Rita Ahern
Pris,Shannon and Stevie,
ReplyDeleteTell Steve that we are praying for his recovery. Also for the strength you all need and the comlpete trust in our Lord that will bring all of you through this challenge.
Love, Carol and Tony T.
"Have I not commanded you? Be strong and couragious. Do not be terrified, do not be discouraged, for the Lord your God will be with you wherever you go." Joshua 1:9
(This verse has been called "the shield of strength", put it on, wear it proudly!)
Steve, Pris, Shannon, Stevie and extended family: Your Texas friends and family are praying continuously for a quick and smooth recovery for Steve and peace for all of you. We love and miss you all tremendously! "Be anxious about nothing, but in everything, through prayer and petition, with thanksgiving present your requests to God. And the peace that passes all understanding will guard your heart and minds in Jesus Christ." Phil 4:6-7
ReplyDeletegoing to try this again..
ReplyDeleteThanks so much for the updates.. I know today is a big day for Steve ...I hope he can stay awake..but his body doesnt need the stress..Will wait to hear from you here or on email...If you need me for anything I am only a phone call away..
GOD IS STILL IN CONTROL
lOVE YALL Anita (Terry mom)
My husband and I have become part of the family through Steavie. My son Luke married her on a military furlow in February.
ReplyDeleteMay the Great Physician, our Lord Jesus Christ heal him and "supply his needs according to His riches and glory..."(Phil 4:19)
Sue and Jack Peeples
Thank you to everyone! My dad is going to love reading this!
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To all the sweet Seegers... may God's blessings shower down on you. My confidence lies in the knowledge that our Lord will be with you to navigate you through these difficult waters. We are there for you... always on our minds and forever in our prayers. Based on all the messages you are recieving, it is obvious that you have had an impact on so many lives. We love you dearly.
ReplyDeleteShannon, you took off with this idea and did a beautiful job. Thank you so much!
May God strengthen you daily,
Lori, Richard, and Olivia
Hey Gang,
ReplyDeleteThe Hailey's of TX are praying continuously for Steve's recovery. I know God has already answered prayers; He has already prepared all of you for this journey. Steve's body has endured major trauma and yet all of his vitals are strong; his brain was undamaged and can you believe his surgically repaired back made it through the fall? Steve, you and your family are being prayed for by hundreds of people (maybe thousands)all over this country. God is Good, All the time and All the Time, God is Good. We are here for you. O.C.,Ann,Micah,Aaron, Caleb, Jack and Ella.
Shannon, I'm so sorry to hear about your father's accident. I'm wishing you, Terry, and your entire family the best; I'll be praying for a good recovery and everyone's best. Thinking of you and yours.... Love, Joe Paul Marroquin
ReplyDeleteI just want to say that I honestly never could have imagined the outpouring of support of our family and friends. I pray that none of you have to go through something like this, and if you have, you know how each and every kind word gives you hope. Not one comment is insignificant to our family, each one means the world to us!! Thank you!
ReplyDeletePris, Shannon, Stevie, and family,
ReplyDeleteI love you and Steve/your dad SO much. Time and distance can't diminish the feelings I've always had for you guys. Hang in there.
Love, Susan Hasbrouck
Steve, It's almost ten pm and my thoughts and heart are with you. There is not an hour that goes by that I'm not thinking of you. You are my best friend and I love you. However, you are still getting the butt kicking I promised earier when your well!!!! Get better......Laurie and I will see you the end of the week. We are planning to stay for a few days. I had a talk with the lord and he said "this is what were going to do"...Get him well and go forward. Jim
ReplyDeleteTHAT is the best news I have heard today.. When he gets to another room will you be able to stay with him ?Maybe they can roll a bed in or something...You know he knows yall want to be bedside but cant..Just smile when you feel like screaming...He will be fine.. Love to you and family.,. (Terry mom) I cant figure out how to change the anonymus thingie.........love anita
ReplyDeleteI have been following your Dad's progress through an email from my Sunday School class. My dad also fell off of a roof on New Year's Eve in 2007. My dad was also very emotional, which made me very emotional. I already had tremendous guilt because it was my roof he fell off. You and your dad will have a long rough road ahead of you, but you all seem to have a great support network. Just keep praying! This is something that you can get through, even though it doesn't seem like it now. I'll keep you in my prayers. Christi Ledbetter
ReplyDeletePraise God and welcome back Steve!!
ReplyDeleteOurs prayers keep coming for you.
Love, Carol and Tony
Priscilla & Steve,
ReplyDeleteWant you to know that we are praying for all of you. We love you and miss seeing you all but we know that God will take care of you. Steve, take the time to heal. Its important.
Lynda and Mark Kearse
Beacon Class
Pris and Steve,
ReplyDeleteYou and your girls are in my thoughts and prayers.
Fondly,
Elise and Sonny Miller
Steve & Pris: Carol T relayed the message to me about your accident. Pris this is Joan Wiersum. I think my Brett and your Stevie were in the same grade I also have a daughter Shana. So sorry to hear about Steve. Just wanted to let you know you have some powerful prayer warriors in Texas praying for healing and emotional strength to see you through this ordeal. Love to you and your family and will continue to pray you through this. Joan Wiersum
ReplyDeleteHey Steve, Looking so forward to seeing you at weeks end. You may be out of ICU by then. Hope so!! See you soon buddy....Jim
ReplyDeleteHey big guy, Laurie and I got to see you several times today! They decided sometime last night that your body was having to work to hard with the breathing and that you needed more rest to heal. So,they put you back on the respirator....makes sense to me! Told us that it will be for a few more days.Hey, I was talking to you..Could you hear me? I was playing with your feet...Did you feel that? We love you..see you at five thirty..Jim/Laurie
ReplyDeleteSteve, Today was a good day for you. You opened your eyes for me this morning when I said hello!! Wow, that was big for me because I haven't seen your eyes opened in the last four visits....Then at the five thirty visit you blew us all away! Remember Laurence Welk on TV? I said, "Steve, this is your kind of music"...And you moved your shoulders up and down..That was so cool. It made everybody' day!!!! Hang in there big guy. We will see you in the morning.. Love you. Jim/Laurie
ReplyDeleteso sorry to hear about your dad.i am bob,Anita's friend from Florida.you are all in my thoughts and prayers.
ReplyDeleteHey dad, just got home from seeing you. We had some great visits! It's really been amazing to see how this has brought so many people together. You know, we are all so busy and have the best excuses to not get together, but through your accident the most amazing situations have occured. I can't wait for all of us to sit down and tell you! So, never say sorry, because nothing is coincidental, it's all God's plan. I love you, and can't wait to see you in a couple days!!
ReplyDeleteSpending the last few days with you and the family uplifted my spirts greatly! I now know that you will heal from this. "Remember, ever adversity carries with it the seed of an equal or greater benefit" Sometimes it's hard to see but with the lord in your life you will!!! We love you Steve...Jim/Laurie
ReplyDeleteWe returned home from a trip and got the email
ReplyDeleteabout Steve. We are so saddened to hear of his
accident. You all are in our prayers and thoughts during this very difficult time. We will pray for strength for your family and for a
speedy recovery for Steve. All our love, Mark
and JoAnn Womble
WELLLLLL When I heard of your accident.. the first thing that came to mind was. you had found Aiden superman suit and thought
ReplyDelete"mmm I bet this really does work" so up on the roof you went (your not Santa u know) when on top you put the suit cape on and took a flying leap "weeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeee look I can flyyy" well guess what You didnt say the magic word I guess and all the wind came out of your cape and down you went...BET YOU DONT DO THAT AGAIN
Thinking of you and your in my prayers.. when you get to a room I am going to see if I cant come down to see you...watch those nurses now ya heearrr me ? Anita (Terry mom)
Steve, Priscilla, Shannon & Stevie,
ReplyDeleteWe were so shocked to get the message from you about Steve's accident. We love all of you and want you to know that we will pray every day that GOD will continue to work miracles. It was a real blessing to hear Priscilla give testimony of how GOD is positively working during this challenging situation. Your friends in Durham- Skeets & Delores
Steve, Pris, Shannon, Stevie, and the rest of your family. Steve and all of you are in my prayers. GOD is an awesome and faithful GOD "keep your eyes fixed on JESUS" through this situation. May GOD heal Steve totally and may GOD grant you peace and comfort. Thank you for keeping us updated. Ray Acosta
ReplyDeleteDear Shannon and family,
ReplyDeleteWe send prayers and best wishes for full recovery for your Dad. We send more of the same for patience, courage and humor in this very difficult time. What we know of your family comes from our son, Aaron. He holds you in the highest regard. Let your hearts not be troubled.
Holding you in our hearts,
Len and MaryKay Spahl
RE_CREATE HEALTH
ReplyDeleteHeavenly Father,You are the Creator and You are the re-Creator as well. Please re-create in me the health, the strength and the energy You gave me when You created me, Give me the healing grace of our Lord Jesus Christ and make me well again. Amen
Norman Vincent Peale
Steve, We heard you are off the ventilator and doing fairly well. It seems as if you may not have to have the trac. Laurie and I are coming to see you tomorrow. Hope to see you at all or most of the visits. Hang in there....God is good!!! Jim
ReplyDeleteOpps No Norman Vincent Peale didn't visit this blog. I just forgot to put my name there...
ReplyDeleteBeen reading all the post and blogs .. it is great news on the one today..
Just hang in Steve..I know you will be up and about soon.. My dad use to say
I will rise but dont think Ill shine !
God is still in control... Anita (Terry's mOm)
Priscilla,
ReplyDeleteI have been praying for Steve multiple times each day. I am also praying for you and your family. I have been keeping up and certainly do appreciate your updates. I have been thinking about Steve and how he has always asked for prayer for others during bible study. We now are all lifting him up. I greatly appreciate you and Steve contributing to our bible study. We are missing you and look forward to your return. I know God is a gracious God who takes care of His children. I know God's will will be done is Steve's life. Thank you for being an example of how a Christian wife and mother deals with challenges that come your way. We are all wanting to help you and your family in any way we can. Please let us know how we can help. We hope to visit this weekend.
Your Friend in Christ,
Steve Robinson
Psm 117
John 14:13
Pris,
ReplyDeleteWhat a praise that Steve is holding steady today with his oxygen levels and temperature! Thats one day closer to going home!!
Always in out prayers.
Carol and Tony T
Good Morning Steve ,I am so happy to hear your improvement ..
ReplyDeleteNOW!! You need to get yourself well and back to business......WHY you ask ? Because I have some work that needs done and it doesn't even involve getting on the roof.. but if you had to reach a little bit I do have this step stool you could use..Oh wait it folds up and with your **cough cough** LUCK..it probaly fold up on you..Shoot just ignore the work needeed and think about the hamburger cook out......Anita
"May the healing love and grace of God be in every corner of your heart, crevice of your mind, and cell of your body."
Try this again...... you may have 2 now :(
ReplyDeleteGreat news of you being moved to a room..
God has given you a beautiful day for it.
Could yall put the address of the hospital so we fan send cards? room #428.
Thanks Love Yall Anita
Steve, We enjoyed seeing you again this friday. You were off the vent. and had another nose job. You looked great!! The dilaudid had you saying some really funny stuff. Oh yea...I wrote some of them down. Continue to heal...Your always in my thoughts and prayers.Jim
ReplyDeleteFabulous news - Steve, you are truly amazing. But we all knew that before this happened. Always in our prayers. Just keep on going!
ReplyDeleteLove, Carol and Tony
Priscilla and Family, I have been praying for you all and asking God to send healing and comfort to shower down on your family. So thrilled to hear he is now in a regular room---how wonderful!! God is exceedingly good! Love and Prayers, Beth Lamberth
ReplyDeleteHi Seeger Family,
ReplyDeleteYou all are close to my heart and in my prayers thru this painful time. With each day will come strength, healing and patience. I know how much it will mean to Steve to wake up with everyone surrounding him with all of the support and love.
Thinking of you,
Bethany Thomas Jordan
That is great news you and shannon's blog. When he gets settled give the address so we can start sending cards.. I know you are on cloud nine with his improvement.. We want to come visit when he is settled and all..
ReplyDeleteTell him we are praying for him and your whole family... Love Anita
Steve, It was good to talk to you today. Glad you are back on the phone again. This is the thursday I always call you! I have missed those calls. I'm thinking of you every day. I know it must be really tough with all that is going on right now. You must hang in there and work hard. It will not be easy...... PT will be especially hard.....You have to build up the inside and outside hamstrings to work in place of the quads... Thinking of you...Jim/Laurie
ReplyDeleteHey all! Check out Steve Seeger Recovery Updates, dad's posting his own updates on there!
ReplyDeleteGod is good and God is in the details. Today was tiring, but I was here!! I'm thinking of all of you with love and appreciation. Looks like I will go to a nursing home for a few days while we finish out "Spa Seeger" for the long haul. God Bless you all!
ReplyDeleteSteve,
ReplyDeleteWe are so thrilled to hear that you have made the transition to the rehab facility! I can just bet you are ready for the challenge that awaits you in PT. I remember how you and Pris supported Tony when he broke his leg 10 years ago! Even though we can't visit every day and bring food, like you did for us,we are lifting you in prayer every day. Be strong my friend - God certainly has plans for you!
Love, Carol and Tony
I am so grateful to God for the blessings He has given us through your prayers, concern and support.Steve has come a long ways and he has a long ways to go but...God is with us in this.
ReplyDelete"So do not fear, for I am with you: do not be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strenghten you and help you; I will uphold you with my righteous right hand." Isaiah 41:10 Priscilla
Wow, how wonderful to hear of the huge gains you have made Steve!!! It is surely answered prayers that are helping you regain some mobility! And to think, we all take bending our knee for granted!!! Loved the photos that Ann took while she was with you. You look marvelous!
ReplyDeleteLove, Tony and Carol T
Steve and Priscilla,
ReplyDeletePlease know we are still praying for you all during this continuing challenge. God is good and He will heal you and restore you to health.
Love, Carol and Tony