One of the things I am thankful for is the opportunity to tell Hyatt how much Holly and I love her and what she has meant to us. We may never know for sure if she hears what we are telling her, but that doesn’t stop us. I have discovered this week that so many of you are stuck in parts of the country where this blog is your only connection to what is going on. Here’s what I’m thinking…
If you would like me to deliver a message to Hyatt, please write a comment and I will print it out and read it to her. Please include your name so that I can tell her who the message is from. If you do not want your message on a web site you can send it to my e-mail address: allenmurray (at) mac (dot) com
Allen
24 comments:
I think I would tell Hyatt how special she was to my mom and our entire family. My mom passed away this past January. Prior to that she, Jane and Hyatt had been so close. I'd known Jane and Hyatt from church and Herman from work. I think I would tell Hyatt how much mom enjoyed her cards and most especially her tapes of singing. WE still play it often. What a talented woman. I remember her most from her youth fellowship days at church. I will never forget her version of "RESPECT" at one of the church youth shows. NEVER. We have talked about that for years. A special special young lady.
To Faye and Herman -- you have no idea how much this has hit me. My thoughts and prayes are with you every moment of every day... of course with Hyatt too. If there is anything I can do for you here, let me know. Your family has been so special to my family in so many ways -- church, work, friendship, faith, stewardship and of course prayer. I am here and I am praying for you, Hyatt,the children, and the entire family. My love to all.
Carol Crutchfield Carter
Hello Hyatt (and Troy),
It's been a very long time since we've seen each other. I was just poking around FaceBook, looking for old friends and classmates, when I came upon this blog. I am in shock.
I am so sorry to learn about what happened, and what you all have been going through.
Your love for each other really has stood the test of time (your first date was mine and Chris Myers' second date at Swenson's, remember?) and it will help you to get through this, somehow.
I will check for updates every day, thank you so much for keeping this website as current as you can.
For now, I will share some quick thoughts and memories that I have of Hyatt...
Remember the a Cappology days... wait, you and I never sang in the group at the same time!! I still remember seeing you singing "Galileo" and knowing that I wanted to be in this super-cool group with super-cool people. They're still around and singing to this day, did you know? :)
I will never forget that double date at Swenson's. Hyatt was looking at Troy like "who IS this guy?," and Troy was being a complete goober, trying hard to impress her. It was all very sweet. :)
Remember the hot pot that we'd used to cook macaroni the year we lived together in Lee... we forgot to wash it and the thing grew maggots? I still have the picture that you took of me in the bathroom, getting ready to wash it and trying not to throw up!!
And finally, I can still remember to this day, how Hyatt could rip a burp like no one's business.
I will message Chris tomorrow and tell him what's going on (he lives in AL with his wife and two little girls). I will also let other folks that I have contact info for, like Kyler England and Brent Caligan, know as well.
In the meantime, I will pray so very hard for you all. My email is hadavidson2006@yahoo.com. I am now going to go hug my husband and tell him how much I love him.
Love,
Heidi (Shoemake) Davidson
Hyatt,
We haven't seen each other in a long time but the thing I always think about when I think of you is your laugh. I still remember it after all these years. I also think of you singing "Galileo" at the SPEA picnic. Does anybody have a recording of Hyatt singing that song? If you do, it would be great if you could post it. Hyatt, I am thinking of you often. Keep fighting! Your family and friends need you!
Holly Wiemken
Please read this to Hyatt:
Hyatt, so many people you have never met--including me--are praying for you, your husband and babies, your parents, and your other friends and loved ones. You would be so proud of how your family, friends, and community have rallied to help your family. Please fight as hard as you can to come back to them. You are clearly so loved and needed. God Bless You now and always.
Sincerely,
A Fellow Mom
Hyatt, we don't know each other very well. We have talked a few times at neighborhood functions and I believe the last time we spoke was at the community yard sale in the Spring and you were buying a bunch of baby clothes from me for your baby girl. I found you to be such a warm, pleasant person who clearly loves her little girls. Troy walked down with Sidney to find you still going thru the baby clothes and Sidney bounded up to you for a big hug. Please get better soon for your loving husband, your beloved family, and most of all for those 2beautfiul little girls of yours who need their mommy. We are all praying for you every day.
Karen Clairmont
Hyatt,
You don't know me. I am a friend of a family member. I have been following your blog and praying for you, your family and friends. I just want you and your family to know how much you have touched strangers' lives. I have said "I love you" to my family more often. I have been more patient and understanding of people. You and your family have reminded me what is important in life and to not take it for granted.
Please, please, please wake up so you can hear and read all of these comments and stories. You need to know how you have helped and inspired other people! Keep fighting and we will keep praying!
Mary Mengason
My message is for you and Troy and EVERYONE who so LOVES Hyatt.
In 2003, my father "fell into a coma". One night he felt he had indegestion and the next morning he had problems breathing so he called 911.
We were all scattered around N. America at that time...we spoke with a Social Worker at the hospital, and within 36 hours of his admittance, we were ALL at the hospital, at which time we were 'introduced' to my father in a coma with all the tubes and machines-respirator, feeding tube, IVs, Test galore--MRIs, CT Scans, scopes, etc...
Three weeks into this episode, with Drs telling us that they couldn't determine why his O2 Sats couldn't be stabilized and we needed to think about nursing homes and long term care. then a nurse came in to swab his mouth, and check the respirator tube etc, when she felt something in his throat--something OTHER than the tubes. She pulled a 1" x 2.5" chunk of STEAK out of his throat--AHA the cause of the lack of oxygen.
Once that was removed (which couldn't even be determined WHAT it was until it was tested in a lab.) My dad's sats went up and he was weaned of the respirator and gradually he woke up (over a 2-3 day period). Now, at this point he did need Therapy to teach him how to eat and swallow again, but other than that he was fine--at least as healthy as he was when he went IN the hospital.
The reason I am sharing this story is not to provide any false hope--but to clarify my dad's 'coma'. Once he was moved to rehab, it seemed that he miraculously came out of his coma.
The reason that his 'recovery' was so astouding was because the medical team had not explained to us CLEARLY--that his 'coma' was in fact drug induced. The Dr's were pumping his IV with varying levels Atavan that kept him calm and comfortable. When he would get in an 'agitated state' they would give him more Atavan.
As he was weaned off the Atavan, he was really LOOPY--spoke gibberish--halucinated--didn't recognize family, etc...At this the Medical team told us this was a sure sign of brain damage due to the lack of oxygen. They didn't explain that the 'loopiness' was ALSO a side effect of the Atavan.
So I guess what I am saying is that everyone needs to grasp that while Hyatt is in distress and there ARE real medical problems--just because she is in a coma; doesn't mean that hope is lost. The Dr's are keeping her in that state to give her body time to heal, and it's working, because they are able to slowly wean her from the respirator--and she IS doing the extra breathing which is PHENOMINAL. And that when HER medical team start weaning her from the meds that are keeping her in a 'coma-state' that there may be signs that things are bad, but you HAVE to keep the faith not only in GOD's wonderous ways, but also in Hyatt's drive to be Hyatt.
As an aside, I have NEVER met Hyatt, or Troy -- I live clear across the country in AZ. Hyatt is a friend of one of my dearest friends. Reading this blog several times a week it is OBVIOUS to me how AMAZING Hyatt's network of Love is--and you all just need to keep your thoughts, prayers, and faith that she can and WILL get through this!!
Barbi
I was just alerted to the blog. I, like everyone else, am floored by this. Hyatt, you and all who love you are in my thoughts and prayers. Please get well. Every day that your husband takes care of you and the girls as best he can, goes to bed, and gets up to face the next day with hope and strength, he's a hero. Troy, you deserve to tell yourself that every now and then, and believe it.
Sincerely,
Geoff Rideout
Heya Hyatt: We've been thinking of you constantly here at your old job at EPA. Your music is playing in the background on PC's in the office and we are reminded of your many talents. You and I had talked about your eventual return to EPA (although Julie in the Office of Air promised me a real battle when you were ready to come back) and we are hoping, wishing and praying for that day when you are well and ready to come back. All best wishes and thoughts to you from your friends at EPA.
Jerry Filbin/ EPA National Center for Environmental Innovation
Hey there Hyatt:
It's Julie from EPA here and I want to say a strong "ditto!" to Jerry's note about needing you back at EPA, and battling him to have you in OUR office, instead of his, though we know any contributions you make will be to the benefit of us all.
We're all talking about you; laughing about how much determination, integrity and great cheer you contributed to our programs; and remembering how much we absolutely loved getting Sidney and Rebeka's gorgeous birth announcements, knowing how happy you are with your family and your life.
Be well, please! Julie R
Hello Hyatt,
I am no one special, I am just a fellow Mom who lives in Bristow and was told about the blog. I have shed so many tears and think about you and your family everyday! I read the blog everynight before bed. Last night I listened to music on face book that you have sang, your voice is beautiful. PLEASE, PLEASE pull through this, your family and friends and this world need you. I hope that one day I get a chance to meet you, just to see your smile in person and introduce myself. Your story has touched so many of us Moms of young children. There are so MANY people praying for you. Please take the rest that you need to wake up stronger and healthier, the body and mind need rest to heal, just try your hardest to wake up soon and share your smile.
Another Bristow Mom
Sweet Girl,
Just a note to let you know how very much we love you. You have always been such a sweet, loving and thoughtful girl and you have grown into a lovely woman, wife and mother.
We've laughed and cried together, we've shared many happy moments and you've inspired all of us by the authentic way you live your life.
I began following your example sometime back to make an effort to "go green." I know how passionate you have always been about the environment and I want to let you know that I'm challenging everyone I know, as well as everyone who reads the blog, to be good stewards of the earth and to be more conscious of what we can all do to care for it. You have left your legacy in our hearts and I hope you'll find comfort in the knowledge that you have made an impact throughout the world.
We are praying for you constantly.
All my love,
Nancy
Hyatt,
I first met you through our Bristow MOMs Club babysitting co-op. I was nervous about leaving my daughter with a stranger so you graciously offered to come to my house. You brought along your Mom and daughter. I was impressed by how kind and gentle you were to Grace. She talked about how much fun she had with you for days. I don't know you well, but I am grateful that you gave me peace as a nervous Mom. I pray for you and your family every day. I know you will come back to us.
Susan Loving
I am an very old friend from High School days at Page. Hyatt always made everyone feel like her best friend! I am sure that still applies today! We were in theater together... I was known as the Mormon Girl at school, and Hyatt liked me anyway. :) I am forever dedicated to that gal for that. I am praying daily and hourly for you, Hyatt. I love your guts, kid!
Jenny Shuck Bates (JL)
Dear Hyatt and family,
My family and I would like to extend our prayers to you and yours. I've been thinking of you constantly since Jennifer Whitlow, my sister, made me aware of Hyatt's condition. I am wanting to share some memories with you. I remember JRVC, (camp where we met),like it was yesterday. We were all such a close knit group of teens from all over NC. You were close to Leah and Jennifer, and I sometimes would tag along. I remember our florescent "B-52" dresses, decked out with bright orange tights, that we wore to the camp dance...good times...I alsoremember your love for music. In specific, I remember your love for Indigo Girls and U2. Also, Jennifer and I came up to Gboro on occassion to spend the night with Leah and you. I remember seeing U2's War cover taped to your bedroom wall. Maybe it stuck with me because I grew up listening to U2 and such because of my oldest sister Christian. By the way that one in song form is a classic too, "Sister Christian." I've decided to write a poem in honor of you using U2 song titles,(in caps).
Troy came and swept THE GROUND BENEATH HER FEET. Love made TWO HEARTS BEAT AS ONE. She became his ANGEL OF HARLEM. On one BEAUTIFUL DAY came Sidney. Then on another came Rebekah. In a short time after our fears became reality. We are now RUNNING TO STAND STILL. We need you Hyatt, and above all your family needs you. I hear Troy crying, ALL I WANT IS YOU. I hear Hyatt crying, LOVE RESCUE ME. She rests now WHERE THE STREETS HAVE NO NAME. WHO'S GONNA RIDE YOUR WILD HORSES, Hyatt? We can only pray for our Lord to SURRENDER and his will be done. If GOD WILL SEND HIS ANGELS down upon you to comfort and heal you our souls would forever be grateful. We are on our hands and knees, Lord. He works in MYSTERIOUS WAYS and we desperately continue to pray. Although, I STILL HAVEN"T FOUND WHAT I"M LOOKING FOR, you have Hyatt. We all are awaiting your return and it will be EVEN BETTER THAN THE REAL THING.
I love you Hyatt!
Love Always,
Cecile Whitlow Joplin
I would say this.
Hyatt,
You don't know me. I am friend and coworker of your Mother in law. Please know that there are so many of us praying for you and your family. Although we have never met, I think of you every day. You and your husband and daughters will continue to be in my thoughts and in my prayers.
Linda
Please read this to Hyatt...
Hyatt,
Wow, it has been a long time! This is your long lost "youth choir partner" Jenny Leonard. Do you remember when we were sitting in the choir loft making those silly face cards?! I remember getting so tickled and looking out to the congregation at my mom's evil eye, and your mom looking at us from the choir loft! I have some great memories of all our times at Peace Church! Working 9 to 5 baby! I can still picture the crop walk picture of my you and Julie!! Wow, we had a great youth "choir"...ha ha!!
Please know that you and your family are in all my thoughts and prayers. From all that I have read, you have so many friends rooting for you! You have a beautiful family and are a beautiful girl. Everyone needs you!! Continue to fight, continue to pray, continue to get better. Love in Christ, Jenny
Dearest Hyatt,
I would like to tell you how much you are loved. You are missed by your family and friends each and every day and we need you. Your girls need you most so that they can become the woman you have become. The world needs you Hyatt. Not only do you care about each person you come in contact with in person, know that there a so many whom you have come in contact with via this blog who weeks ago had never heard of you but now call you friend. God has chosen you to remind each of us how precious life is and how precious the people are around us.
Get well Hyatt. Please. The world would be a sad place without you in it.
Pam Shue and Family
I do not know Hyatt personally, and only learned about her situation through another friend. Even though I don't know her or the family, I'd want to share with her that she has so many more people than just those immediate friends and family who are praying for her daily.... praying that God will comfort her to help her heal, and that God will provide strength and comfort to her family as they continue to care for each other and for Hyatt. God's love can grant miracles and prayer is one such path to those miracles. I will continue to pray for your family daily!
--Michelle Malach, Mountain Top PA
Thanks for the offer, Allen. We appreciate your continued updates!
Please let Hyatt know that Sue and Scott Iekel-Johnson continue to pray for her and Troy daily, and that all of the rest of the Johnstown Cats are hoping and praying for her to get better.
Hey Hyatt, it's Laureen! Remember me? Mrs. Cruz's sixth grade class? We may have grown apart over the many years, but I still think about the fun times you, Joey, Leah and I had. In fact, it wasn't long ago that I was looking through some (very) old pictures with the four of us taking turns wearing some horrible white fedora that I had. I'm so very sorry to hear that you and your family are going through this right now. I know you can get through this, so please keep fighting. I've been looking though the various websites and pages dedicated to you and you are so loved. I look at the updates about your condition that your wonderful family posts several times a day and I just know that some time soon I'm going to check and they're going to tell me that you're on the road to recovery. My family will be thinking and praying for all of you. Stay strong.You can beat this!
Dear Hyatt,
I am one of the many women who have posted comments on this site without actually knowing you. Although I have never met you, your story touched my heart in more ways than one. I pray for you and your beautiful family, as I know in my heart that you will beat all odds and come home to them. You just have to!
You are blessed to have so many friends and family members who are constantly praying for you. There is hope and a wonderful miracle waiting happen for you.
I am amazed by how wonderfully in love your husband is with you. I often cry thinking about how much he has done for you since this all started. This is a miracle on its own and I am sure you deserve every bit of it. I am a mother of 2 little boys (2yrs and 6yrs) and my husband just told me that he is filing for a divorce. He has met somebody new and he would like to start a new life. And although I know my life has not ended, I feel overwhelmed by emotions now. Your story gives me strength to keep on going as being alive and with my children is priceless.
Come back to Troy, Hyatt!
I will pray for you until you return from this journey!
Firstly, thank you Allen for your giving us a room with a view into the world that Troy, Hyatt, and their family and local friends are in, for including us and bringing us current info to keep us updated. What a gift.
Secondly, Troy, you are an inspiration of courage, strength, determination as you daily face challenges. May the Lord continue to "equip you with everything good for doing His good works" during this difficult time. You are running the good race with a cloud full of witnesses!
Thirdly, Hyatt. You are valiant, brave, vivacious! I pray the Lord touch you in ways that you know He is with you. He promises to never leave you. May He show and reveal Himself to you, touching your spirit with His. We are praying for you! He is "able to do immeasurably more than all we ask or imagine in Christ Jesus!" (Eph 3) I am sad that it is now that I am being reconnected to you and not earlier. I wonder why I did not keep in touch after High School. I remember our history teacher telling us to turn up our volume "two notches" (however loud that is); I remember you and I would use a high-pitched Muppet's type voice with each other; the funnest memory I have is our girl's weekend Spring Break in Myrtle Beach.
What I can now relate with you now is being a mom of two. And now having a wonderful husband. (First one was not the one.) And so it is with these common bonds that my heart aches for the hardship and yet hopes in the Lord for your healing and recovery. You are blessed to have a precious family, and they are blessed to have you. And you are God's precious child; He "rejoices over you with singing!"
Love, Carol (White) Stuart
As an addendum, though this is not for Hyatt but for the woman with two children going thru a divorce: I will be praying for you! I grieve for you, as I have walked that road. I pray the Lord bless you with support (financial, emotional, physical) as He did me. I am sorry for all you are going through. Take heart and lean on God's promises, even when you don't feel it or see light at the end of the tunnel. He saw me through, and He blessed me. I now have a husband who cherishes me and fathers my children even better than what we had. Please feel free to email me if you need someone to talk to who truly understands! Love in Christ, Carol
carol.stuart1@gmail.com
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