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today my son was at work and fell off of a 30ft ladder that was on 15ft of scaffling so he fell 40some ft. he broke both wrist, and both ankles, his heel is shattered and they are talking that he might lose his foot (the one that was almost backwards when he was born, bad club). he is in surgery right now and i am waiting here while his mother and wife are at the hospital. i am going nuts and trying to keep my mind occupied but this has been tough. it wasnt that long ago my youngest daughter was in a bad bike accident broken neck and collar bones, 2 weeks ago my wife was laid off after 10and 1/2yrs and now this W.T.F.???? my son is very active (sports and other outdoor activities with the kids), he is a painter that does very high end work faux,and venetion plaster type stuff. there is only him and his buddy that make up their co. so of course there is no workers comp and of course because he has 3 daughters and a wife that dont work there is no insurance. i am not looking for sympathy just needed to tell somebody and you people are my extended family so who better. this just sitting here by the phone waiting is driveing me nuts but i have to be here now for other reasons and being that his mother is there tonight and i was there earlier there really isnt a need for me to be there now. i dont know how i am gonna be able to handle this if any of the senarios in my head come to be. to tell you the truth i am usually pretty calm and cool in most bad situations but this has me by the butt. 
ENJOY!!!!! NEWT!!!!!
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Prayers for you, your son and your family.
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Keeping all of you in our prayers. It is amazing the stuff that can be done medically now! Right now is not the time to worry about costs...hospital might have resources to help you there. He should be fine, but it will take a while to hear that. Take care and don't forget to take care of yourself!
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Your son and your family will be in my prayers.
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Geeze Myke, that is tough! What can be said... thankfully he didn't perish from the fall. But the ordeal will linger on as he gets help and heals. My thoughts are with you and your family through this difficult time. Thanks for sharing!!
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Hope everything works out, could have been much worse. Still sucks though. Hang in there.
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You're all in my prayers tonight. Just take it one day at a time!
Have a heart that never hardens, a temper that never tires, a touch that never hurts. - Charles Dickens
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Thinking of you and your family through these times. A problem shared is halved.
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Thinking of you and your family. A problem shared is halved.
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Newt,
I am so very sorry, but thankful your Son survived the fall. My prayers and thoughts go out to your Son, you, and the whole family.
Tom
Those who would give up essential liberty to purchase a little temporary safety deserve neither liberty nor safety.
Benjamin Franklin, US author, diplomat, inventor, physicist, politician, & printer (1706 - 1790)
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Prayers are on their way!!
life is good..I am retired..sold my America in 2008,bought a Rocket and sold that in 3/2013 and now own a new Triumph Bonneville T-100
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Myke
All we have to offer at this difficult time in the life of your family is our heartfelt compassion and support.
We wish your son a speedy and effective recovery, and the rest of your family the strength to get him through it.
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Very sorry to hear this, hope he makes a full recovery as soon as possible. At least they say bad things come in 3 so maybe that makes 3.
I learned all I need to know about life by killing smart people and eating their brains.
Eat right ,Exercise ,Stay fit, Die Anyway!
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Wow, that just sucks. We will keep you and yours in our thoughts. Hoping for a speedy and full recovery.
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Suzy Newt and the clan, Lynn and I love you. Man, I know it is really tough to listen to me saying it will work out, and that your son will be fine, and that this will be a distant memory soon enough, But newt, you of all people can grasp the idea of long walks, the hope of tomorrow, the joy of days past. Hang on to that with that great big ole heart of yours and mrs. newts.
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Sorry you're having to go through this. I know you'd rather it was you instead of him. Thoughts and prayers from the Capital.
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That's tough news. Glad you're son is alive, as that is one nasty fall!!! (OMG!) Prayers are coming from here, for sure. Hits a little close to home here, also. My son is involved in our new house building, and with three stories and heights of thirty five feet or so, I worry about him when he is helping my crew. I don't even think too much about myself falling, but I sweat bullits to see him on a tall ladder, a dad thing. Tell your son that we're all pulling for him!
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Newt, my brother, you, Suzy, your son and his family are in our prayers. I wish there were some words that could comfort you guys right now but alas I can only hope and pray for the best results. Please keep us informed and know that we all on this site will be thinking of you.... Gordon
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Don't know what to say, other than praying for your family.
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Myke,
From the height you described and the injuries sustained, Angels surely cushioned his fall.
May they continue to watch over him during his recovery.
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Thinking of you and your family. I hope that everything works out okay.
I've had a good life - if reincarnated I'd change nothing!!
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I'm sorry about your son Newt. My thoughts and prayers will be with him and your family.
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They say that "There is light at the end of the tunnel". So I hope the tunnel will be short and when you come out it will be bright . Stay Strong. atb geoff
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All the best. Sending good vibes your way.
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So sorry to hear about your son. God bless you. He will be in our prayers.
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They say you never have to look very far to see someone who's worse off then you. Your son is that person for me, I can't imagine where you guys have to look. I hope for the best possible outcome for all of you. Hang tough man!
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I dont do prayers but will keep a place in my heart for you and your family.
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Sorry to hear it, can't imagine how tough it's going to be to recover from that. Hope all turns out well.
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I sorry to hear this also, One good thing is that he didn't hurt his back!!! I'm in the carpentry trade and I'm always up on a ladder doing something or other, you, your family and your son will be in my thoughts and prayers.
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Our thoughts will be with you and your family Newt. We will be praying for your son and wish him a quick recovery.
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Myke, I just read your post and I'm saddened to hear about your sons fall. Man o man you guys have been through some tough times as of late. I'll be thinking about you , Sue and your family. You know how to get hold of me,if I can help in anyway let me know.
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Be strong Newt, you have lots of support here our brother!
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thank you all so much for your kind words and thoughts. just got in from being with him all day and he is in good spirits and the doctors say everything seems to be as good as they could hope for at this time. he will have surgery on his hand and wrist thur so we will know more about that then. IF HE WOULD HAVE JUST FALLEN ON HIS HEAD, HE WOULD HAVE GOTTEN RIGHT BACK UP AND WENT BACK TO WORK  we are all looking for a little humor right now and thats all i got
ENJOY!!!!! NEWT!!!!!
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OK Newt, that's better!
A Rabbi, a Priest, and a monkey walk into a bar,
the bartender says "what is this, a joke?"
Sorry for that.
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I wish I had something wise to say but I don't just go for a ride and pray man. In times that I can't take I ride and pray. Something about being alone on the road with nothing but the sound of the wind, and me and the Maker sets me at ease.
Our prayers are with you.
I have no faith in human perfectability. I think that human exertion will have no appreciable effect upon humanity. Man is now only more active - not more happy - nor more wise, than he was 6000 years ago.
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Prayers sent...Tish is doing well, living with her Mom, and has a boyfriend of about the same mental capacity. She has 2 of her kids back in her custody, and working on the baby...See, things do and will work out with prayer....This too, will pass!
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Quote:
we are all looking for a little humor right now and thats all i got
Heck Newt,
A little humo(u)r is about all any of us really has......  Like back in my red rock canyon' cowboy days, when someone got tossed off their horse, knocked off their feet by a cow/heifer, lit up by a too close lightening bolt, everyone was real quiet and helpfull until it was determined they weren't dead & would be probably pretty much be alright, then the bad jokes started........ Human nature 
Following my little mishap a year ago if I heard it once I heard it 100 times "You know you're not in your 20's anymore!". I'd bet your son is a lot closer to his 20's than me, or in other words "piece of cake man" 
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The things people do to get a bit of time off work Seriously though, my thoughts and best wishes are with you and yours
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wow 1 ****** of a fall. gotta watch those dangerous occupations!( I do tree work) Another joy of being the partner in a company, all the risks & no benefits. hope he heals fast!
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Sorry to hear about your kid man. Tell em we all say good luck and keep on keeping on. Its the only thing you can do right now. Things will work out if you stay positive. Best wishes. Zach
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