Saturday, May 10, 2008

Prayers for Ashley!


Dear Friends,

I recently heard from from Annette Clements regarding her daughter and our friend, Ashley. Annette wrote:

"Ashley was medivacted to Fairfax hospital on 4/21 after she collapsed. She was completely unresponsive for almost 2 hours. She spent 9 days in the hospital and is home now but is in a wheelchair and she is unable to walk. We took her to a specialist and they have diagnosed her with POTS Disease. It is a disease that affects your autonomic nervous system which controls your heart rate and blood pressure. We are hopeful that with the right meds Ashley will be able to walk again and possibly even ride again. She is on meds now but her body is rejecting them. I will keep you posted on her progress!"

Annette asked that I let you all know that Ashley and her family want to thank all who have called and given their support through this horrifying experience. She really appreciates everyone’s concern and encouragement!

My thoughts and prayers are with Ashley and her family. And Ashley and Annette BIG HUGS too! To all of Ashley's friends, I'll keep you posted as to her progress!

P,..S. "It's Time To Ride" feature photo is Ashley with Allie the day before she collapsed. They got reserve Champion!