Vicki Blackburn had a stroke.

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Hi guys I thought I'd pop in over here and update you on a long time DSer Vicki

Blackburn. About a week and 1/2 ago Vicki suffered a brain bleed at the brain

stem area. If you personally know Vicki then you know prior to DS surgery she

had a spinal tumor that was removed. That surgery left her with some handycap

issues. There is a tumor at her brain stem that caused the brain bleed

(stroke). I don't know if this tumor is a leftover from her original tumor or

something new.

At this time Vicki is being moved from ICU to a regular room. She is thankfully

breathing on her own, but she can't swallow. (brain stem controls the basic

functions like breathing and swallowing). She is on a feeding tube. She has

been able to wiggle toes and fingers but not " move " her limbs. She is " aware "

and responsive. I'm praying for some recovery too!

I think the time has come to start letting her know how much she means to us and

send a little card or letter to her. The address I'm providing is off the

internet. I'm not sure what room number she will be moved to.

I plan to visit this week. Hopefully Tuesday.

Sierra Vista Regional Medical Center

1010 Murray Avenue

San Obispo, CA 93405

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