February 2025

February 26, 2025

Dear Mom,

We live in a very discordant world right now. For that reason, I am focusing on my story of kindness and humanity.

On July 15, 2024, my foot got stuck under the rod of the picnic table by Dockside and I splatted on the ground, breaking both my right wrist and my left elbow. A gentleman witnessed the accident, ran over, picked me up and took me to the ER, where he called my husband and waited with me until Fred arrived. Everyone in the ER was incredibly helpful and professional.

The following day I had extensive surgery. Once again, everyone connected with that surgery was efficient, kind and did all they could do to make me comfortable. Unfortunately, I needed another surgery in September, but I had the same wonderful experience.

I had never realized how hard it is to be handless. Fortunately, my husband was available to help me, but I was often out for a walk or doing errands, when my shoe came untied or, as the weather got colder, I needed assistance putting on my hat. No matter where I was, or with whom I was speaking, once I explained about my broken elbow, people immediately came to my rescue.

The professionals at Huggins Rehab have been phenomenal. Because I still cannot wash my own hair, my hairdresser and her team have faithfully taken care of me.

I have always felt incredibly blessed to live in Wolfeboro. However, this has reminded me that our town is not only beautiful but also filled with very kind and generous people. I am so grateful to ALL who have rescued me in so many ways!

When I posted about my surgeries on social media, hundreds of people took the time to write heartfelt messages and send prayers and healing energies. I have no doubt that all helped me.

Mom, I know you have been with me through all of this. Perhaps you have sent me much of the help and hope. This incident, though very humbling, also was a powerful reminder that people are basically good and truly want to help others. All we have to do is ask.

Love,
Helen