Bad News at Christmas

[Gator]

Those of you who follow Simoni know that he is engaged to a UW (Marina).  She has lived with Simoni for sometime while completing her post-graduate studies.

Family and religion are most important to Marina, so she flew to Ukraine a few days ago to spend Orthodox Christmas with her family.  Simoni’s job and family kept him here. 

Soon after arriving in Ukraine, Marina was in a serious bus accident.  All 15  passengers required treatment at a hospital.  She got the worse of it.  Her face has 50 stitches.  Her knees, wrist and hand were injured as well.

Simoni received the news after any medical emergency had past.  Marina is unable to fly and she asked Simoni not to come to Ukraine now as he "would be in the way.”  She is not even allowing her friends to visit because of the way she looks.   

Simoni has advanced her return flight to the 30th and plans to fly with her.   And I have given him the name of a prominent plastic surgeon in Tampa to examine her upon her return.

Simoni learned that the hospital did not take x-rays for broken bones.  Marina complained of a headache so he had her sent to a private facility for a more thorough examination, including brain scan.  Fortunately, there is nothing to be concerned about other than a probable concussion.

Marina is at her mother’s home where she is receiving full care and attention, plus special treatment methods such as "putting cabbage on the cuts and bruises."

Her eyes are swollen shut, yet she sends Simoni text messages throughout the day.  Here is what she wrote, indicating the inner strength of these FSU women:

I ll be ok. Doctor said i need time. I put ice on my eyes. It was swallowed [swollen] so much i couldnt open them :(it is sad:(

Big hill [bump] on forehead with stiches and ugly scar between eyebrows. Eyes very swallowed [swollen] and red circles around eyes.  fat cheeks.  Nothing pretty

I try to find reason not be very upset and think when Hollywood stars change noses it looks ugly too. Then they recover and look great;)

 Doctors said to spend in bed as much time as possible to let body recover itself. And take medicine.

[Rvrwind]

A very sad thing at any time...but at Christmas, even more so...
Valya & I wish Marina a very smooth & quick recovery & counsel Simoni to be patient & to have faith, all will be well!
Richard & Valya

[jb]

Extremely sorry to hear this.  I have met them both and I know how devoted he is to her, he has to be worried spitless.  I hope for a speedy recovery with no lasting injuries.

[jj]

Really sorry to hear that also. My and my Marina's thoughts and prayers will go out to both of them, and God speed for the recovery.

[Daveman]

Very glad to know that the prognosis is excellent.

Simoni, positive thoughts to you and Marina during this difficult time. My heart goes out to you both.

Dave

[Lily]

My sympathies to Marina ans Simoni..

In the news,I often read of bus accidents.Suppose it must have been those little vans called marshrutka...

[Jazzyclassy]

I hope she will recover soon

[I/O]

Wishes for a full and speedy recovery from down under. Not pleasant (As my wife would say)

I/O

[KenC]

Is Russia and Ukraine becoming too dangerous places to allow our wives to go to?  With Bruce's wife's accident and now this, I wonder.  I am always on edge when Lena visits home.

Sorry for your troubles, Simoni, my heart goes out to you and Marina.
KenC

[Turboguy]

I am really sorry to hear about this sad event.  VWRW and I both want to send our wishes for a speedy recovery.   Our prayers will be with them both.

[Gator]

Simoni did have a bad feeling about her going as he does not like that place in the winter.  But Marina really wanted to go.

Yes, JB, he is devoted to her, as she is to him.  He must feel miserable over here and not being beside her to comfort her.  He said she sends him 30 SMSs per day.

I am certain that your thoughts will cheer him and Marina.

Personally, I have never felt comfortable riding over there.  Some people drive too fast and recklessly, roads are not the best, and most cars I took did not have a seat belt.  Then there is the issue of emergency services and medical care.

[Jumper]

So sorry to hear about this


Simoni-
we are wishing Marina a speedy recovery!
I'm sure Tanya will be in touch with her!

AJ & Tanya  

[BillyB]

Simoni, sorry to hear this unfortunate event that happened to Marina. Based on your blog, we know you adore her. If it gives you any comfort, the terrible swelling on her face and eyes should go away and there should be no long term effects. Boxers get their faces cut and pounded until they are subject to massive swelling and needing stitches but after some time, swelling goes away and they are back on camera looking as good as ever.

[WmGO]

I am sad to hear this. 

I think Simoni is wise to get her back ASAP
for proper evaluation and treatment.

Prayers sent up for both.

 

[chernoble]

I'm so sorry to hear of this accident Simoni.   

I can't imagine what you must be going through and I am praying for her to make a full recovery and for you to be with her soon.

[Nando]

I feel really sad reading this.
Better to take her to the USA as soon as possible.

Life is very hard sometimes.

I wish Marina a fast recovery.

Now I know why I was scared about my last week travel by bus to Nikolaev

[dneid]

Hey, Simoni, Marina,
I am so sorry to hear of the accident.  Please know that I am keeping you both in my prayers.  Please keep us posted on Marina's recovery.

[IAmZon]

I HATE when bad things happen to good people.

This women, much much more than most, has a smile that lights up a room and a laugh that fills it with joy. 

I am very saddened to hear this news. VERY.

If there is anything we can do ... just let us know.

[Simoni]

Thanks to everyone here at out RWD community for your kind words and prayers.

It's really a bitter pill to swallow; just can't believe it happened.   

Things like this make you think, if only she had taken the next bus...

There were 15 people on the bus and everyone went to the hospital.  Marina was behind the driver and was thrown over him into the windshield.   She staggered off the bus onto the street, where a kind stranger picked her up and took her to the hospital.  Other passengers had to wait almost an hour in the cold to get transported to the hospital.  So in that regard we were lucky.

She is sleeping a lot and talking to a lot of friends on cell phone. And keeping in touch with me by text messages.

She just wrote me:

I just found big bruse on my left arm and shoulder. I didnt feel before it hurts -:( one more surprise -:)

I'm trying to find out more about her treatment.  I'll keep you posted.

Thanks again, everyone.

[bgreed]

Simoni,
I am always at a loss for words in these situations.  Just know that Lena and I will keep you both in our prayers

Gregg

[Mir]

It is sad to hear this and near Xmas as well. Were you planing to fly over for New Year?
The good thing is that she has no serious injuries, luckily face has an excellent blood supply and wounds on face heal fast with minimal if any scaring.

[Son of Clyde]

I do not post much these days and I wanted to wish Marina the best for a quick recovery. Simoni, I admire you very much and I am so sorry this had to happen. Especially at Christmas time.

[William3rd]

Best wishes for a full recovery, my friend.

[Makkin]

  We just said a prayer for you and yours...

  Keep the faith.

Makkin

[Photo Guy]

The good news is she is alive and recovering. My sympathy and prayers to you two.