That Sounds Fun with Annie F. Downs When Winter is Breaking Your Heart with Lindsay Sherbondy- Episode 952
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Jan 13, 2025 In this heartfelt conversation, Lindsay Sherbondy, a full-time artist known as Lindsay Letters, shares her family's journey through the trauma of her daughter Eva's brain injury. Lindsay reflects on the emotional struggles of winter and its impact on well-being. She discusses the balance of despair and hope, emphasizing the importance of community support during difficult times. The duo also touches on the joys of friendship and growth in art, navigating parenting challenges, and finding comfort in resilience amidst ongoing struggles.
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Ava's Accident
- Lindsay Sherbondy received a call while at her son's swim lesson, informing her of Ava's accident.
- Ava, seven and a half years old, fell off a golf cart while playing with friends, sustaining a traumatic brain injury.
Difficult Decisions
- Ava's initial survival chances were slim, and her neurosurgeon expressed concern about her quality of life if she survived.
- This led to difficult decisions for Lindsay and her husband, Dugan, regarding Ava's care.
Ava Breathes
- Doctors advised Lindsay and Dugan to consider extubating Ava, but they felt conflicted.
- Ultimately, Ava began breathing on her own after extubation, changing the course of their decisions.