Terri-

I would like you to know that since i have come to this site you have been one of the warmest, most sincere people i have met here. In just a few months I came to look forward to your responses on certain "touchy" subjects, knowing that your opinions were concise, well-informed and never candy-coated.

A few months ago when I had a relapse you were there to listen to my rant and cared enough to threaten me, saying that anything the drugs could do to me was nothing compared to what you would do if I didn't quit doing them. You gave me a shoulder to lean on, you patted my back with one hand and smacked me with the other. I greatly appreciated your words of comfort and advice...not to mention your scolding.

Since thanksgiving we have made tentative plans twice to meet while you were  in the area. Unfortunately circumstances prevented us from meeting both times, the last time being just this past weekend.

I deeply regret that are paths have not crossed as yet, but you can bet they will missy cuz you're going to get better. You are much too determined (not to mention stubborn as a darn ox) to let something like this stand in between you and your goal.

I thank you for the strength you have made me realize I possess, the listening ear you have lent, not to mention you're all too precious time. When you get better I will thank you in person so that you know without a doubt just how much you have come to mean to me.

I wish you a speedy and full recovery. This world is not done with you.

with best wishes for you and your family
Gina

P.S. this stroke thing is nothing compared to what I will do if you don't hurry back. 

Terri
I am new here, when I look at posts I always look at peoples pics I associate people with that much more than their names.
Since I have come here, I have always been impressed by your straightforward, no nonsense approach, your very sensible advice.

I was reading one of your excellent posts and was in the process of applauding you, when it suddenly struck me that it was you, who are laid low    that struck me with the force of a blow

Terri please get better,  I want very much to see you up & around, to read your posts again

I know you will recover,  please don't take too long
I pray for your speedy recovery

rana

Andrea,

I was really shocked and sorry to hear this news. My thoughts and prayers are with you and Terri Gene.
BFKate

My heart is so saddened to hear this news.   I know Terri-Gene is a friend of mine even though I have never met her or hugged her.  I shall keep her in my thoughts and prayers.  May her recovery be speedy and complete. 

With love,


joanna

May Terri-Gene have the strength to survive and will to recover; may Andrea find it within herself to endure; and may all of our prayers find favor.

Yours,
Celia

I now understand why Terri seent so much of her time on this board.  Your post have truly touched my heart.  According to the doctors she has suffered a massive bleed in the upper left quadrant of the brain.  This area controls the ability to speak and respond.  She is aware enough to kiss me and not try it with the nurses - but that is about all at this point.  They plan on keeping her in ICU for the next day or so.  As to the future they do not know..I am sure that Terri will enjoy your cards so if you will e-mail me directly I will be happy to give you our home address.

Thanks again to ALL -
Sincerely,
Andrea

[edit]Moved Andrea's email address to the Just For Us section to protect her privacy.[/edit]

Oh Andrea, thank you so much for stopping by personally to share with us.  I know this must be tremendously difficult for you both.  E-mail from yours truly coming shortly.... 

XO,
Valerie

I was really sad to hear the news too.  I have known Terri for almost two and a half years.  She is a fighter and has super strong convictions so she'll pull through this.  She has a heart of gold.  My prayers are with her and her family.

MY prayers are with you and your family. wish to say more but this news has left me speechless


love
Brandi

Terri,  we are praying for you.  Life is a fragile gift.  May your recovery be complete so that we may continue to share this gift with you.

Hi Terri-Gene, I haven't been here very long and can't really say anything that people haven't already said, but just wanted to say anyway that I also have appreciated the thought, honesty, and candor you put into your posts.  I will be praying for your recovery, as well as strength, comfort, and peace for both you and Andrea.

Joseph

Terri;

I didn't find out until late last night.  When I read the news, I felt a sickening shock run through me.  I was speechless and couldn't reply until this morning.

We'd just met.  And we'd talked about so many different topics, not just trans issues.  I told you I could see your inner pain.  But (and I didn't tell you this then,) I could also see your inner courage.

You've offered to be my local guide as I transition, kind of a big sister to me.  I want you here to guide me.  At heart, you're a fighter -- you won't give up.  And that gives me great hope that we WILL see each other again.  May your recovery be a speedy one;

Haz

Terri-Gene,
I, like others, have learned alot in my interactions with yu.   Get well soon I enjoy those interactions even though we often disagree.   May our paths cross again many times through all the many worlds we traverse.   Someday I hope to meet yu in person even though we are now a continent apart.

With much luv,
Michelle

just read this.

My thoughts are with you.. don't give up..never give up...

Hello all,

Terri remains in ICU as of today,, I ment to update you all yesterday, but spent the day at my doctors,  Not one thing it is another.  Terri was out of ICU for Saturday and even took 3 steps, but was returned Sunday evening. She responds to commands and is aware of who people are but still in not speaking much, but at least does get a few words out.   I am on my way to see her this morning and hope this day brings brighter news.

Thanks for all your responces,  I am a bit behing in answering but hope to catch up.

Thanks,
Andrea 

Thank you, dear Andi, for keeping us informed.  I know it is a lot for you and you are most thoughtful to take time out of your day to keep us posted.  You and Terri remain ever in my heart and prayers.... 

XO,
Valerie

Yes, thank you Andrea for keeping us up to date. Take care of yourself too. Taking care of a loved one in these circumstances can take a lot out of you.

Dennis

Thank you Andrea, We really appreciate your keeping us informed of Teri's progress. I know how stressfull this is for you. That you take the time to keep us up to date is above and beyond. You are both in my prayers and we remain hopefull for Teri's complete recovery. Take care of yourself.

Hugs,

Cassie

Andrea, thank you sooo much for taking the time to update us all. Terri and you and all your loved ones are in my prayers.
Love Sheila

Andi, thank you so much for keeping us posted. It means so much.
You and Terri are both in my prayers.

{{{hugs}}}

Alex

(email on the way to you)