Haley,
Thanks for writing! I have your book next to my reading chair at home, and look forward to reading it.I had major accident as a teenager as well, which definitely had big affect on path of my life — something God has used for a greater good to serve others, better understanding the suffering and potential healing patients and families go through. (Romans 8:28)
I will post your email on my blog, and direct our readers there as well.
Good to meet you and give our best to Madeline and family.
I will look forward to start reading your book this coming weekend when things slow down a bit!
Thanks for this nice gift. Will take a look at your blog as well.
Sincerely,
Dr. Hey
Hi Dr. Hey,
My name is Haley DeMaria. I am a friend of Nancy Wujek’s – and we met the day Madeline had her surgery. I was with Nancy and Brett in Madeline’s room.
Nancy shared with me both blogs you wrote about Madeline and her family. I thought I would share mine with you. I was with the Wujeks that day for many reasons – one of them being that I have had six back operations of my own, and Nancy was with me through all of them.
About five years ago I wrote a book about my experience. Nancy has a copy for you. I think you will find it fascinating. I also know, for Madeline, it was helpful for her to read some of the physical details – as well as the emotional details of what I went through.
I am so grateful for your talents and the gift you gave Madeline and her family. I love them as my own – and I know what a blessing it is to have a straight spine! I still keep in touch with my back surgeon – 21 years later – because I am so grateful for the difference he made in my life.
My very best to you,
Haley DeMaria