Linda Pestana’s Accident & Recovery

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October 6, 2019
Photos from the Fundraiser for Lou & Linda’s Movie
Here are some pictures from the wonderful event on Sunday October 6, 2019. Some people have been asking to donate because they were not able to get to the event due to previous commitments. There is still time to donate or buy raffle tickets for the voucher to the...
August 30, 2017
Special Visitors!
Hi Friends! Today, Linda didn't feel very well. After not sleeping much last night, her pain level was pretty substantial and hard to manage. After taking some pain meds early in the afternoon, she seemed to perk up a bit...but we know that THAT had something to do...
August 29 2017
M&M Stash!
Hello Friends, Today, Linda had a fantastic day! She was pain free for most of it, was up in a chair for over 3 hours, and had a great time enjoying her visitors (Thank you for the M&M stash, Angela Calisto)! She even had her hair washed and braided! She's eating...
August 28 2017
Diagnostic Testing for Lump on back of Head
Hello Friends, Today, Linda was taken to Mass General Hospital to do some diagnostic testing on a lump on the back of her head. After a cat scan and an MRI, the doctors determined that it is a fluid pocket that will dissipate on its own over the course of...
August 27, 2017
The Gratitude Girls
Hello Friends, Today, a lump was discovered on the back of Linda's head that is causing her a lot of discomfort. It's right at the top of her incision, so it makes it difficult for her to lie down on her back. Tomorrow, she will have a cat scan to determine what needs...
August 24, 2017
Great Day!
Hello Friends, Just thought I'd share some pictures from Linda's day. It was a great day for her all around and she had lots of company, for which she is grateful. Enjoy! And remember: Pray, pray, pray! Love to you all! Sally Araujo Costa NOTE: To view the full sized...
August 23, 2017
Hello Friends, Today wasn't the best day for Linda. Her neck pain flared up so much that she wasn't able to take her first real shower. She was disappointed, to say the least, but is determined to try again tomorrow. Please keep her in your prayers daily! Love to you...
August 22, 2017
Pictures!
Hi Friends! Today, Linda had another great day, complete with intensive physical therapy. She's eating well and is actually craving certain foods, which of course, Louie gets for her ❤️. She asked that I post some pictures, so you could see what her days are like....
August 21, 2017
Linda Goes Outside!
Hello Friends, Today was another great day for Linda! Her pain was manageable! She got her appetite back (She ate a hot dog for lunch and M&M's for a snack! Goodbye applesauce! Whoo hoo!)! And she got to go outside! She actually sat in her chair for 2-1/2 hours,...
August 20, 2017
Visitors
Hello Friends, Today Linda did amazing! She went all day without pain medication, was able to take her allergy meds, and all around just felt well! She had company all day and was in great spirits, even joking around. Tomorrow the PT and OT really begin. It will be...
August 19, 2017
Hello Friends, Today wasn't one of Linda's best days. Unfortunately she struggled with her allergies all day and had a very difficult time with post nasal drip. Because she's on so many medications, allergy meds we're not an option today, as her medical team was...
August 18, 2017
Linda Taking Charge
Hello Friends, Today, Linda had her best day, yet. For the first time since her surgery, her pain level was very controlled. She actually went seven hours with no pain meds. That's progress and healing in action! She also ate a little more today and had her hair...