I just want to remind everyone that during this festive time of year to be extra careful with children around candles which seem to be gaining more and more popularity, not just at Holiday seasons, but year round.

Last night my 4 year old granddaughter's shirt caught fire giving her 2nd and perhaps a few 3rd degree burns on her side mid-body and under arm, no burns on her face. We feel she was very lucky little girl, it could have been allot worse and she is in perhaps the best hospital in the world for burns on children, The Shriners Hospital in Boston.

We are very optimistic for a full recovery with minimal or no scaring, but time will tell of course. A full trauma team will evaluate her prognosis and prescribe a treatment plan today, she could be released as early as today or she could spend a week or two at the Shriners, we just don't know.

By the way, it was her birthday yesterday and this morning she asked her dad David for her birthday cake and wanted to talk to her big sister (7) on the telephone, etc. she wasn't in any obvious pain, so we are feeling somewhat relieved at her attitude.

It would be wonderful if she could be home for "Christmas", but we realize if not, she is in the best hands possible.

Please no replies to this, I only wanted to remind people these beautiful, festive candles can
very dangerous around children (and adults as well) if caution is not taken. I think my 3 granddaughters all got a very good lesson, the hard way, about fire.

Merry Christmas to all,

John S.

I know you said no replies but as a friend i feel it is part of our friendship to reply. I am scared on 3 different parts of my body from 2nd and 3rd degree burns so i know exactly what it is like. I will keep your granddaughter in my prayer's and a special prayer for a speedy recovery so she can make it home and get spoiled some more by her parents and grandparents Take Care God Bless and a speedy recovery. One of the 3 Amigo's!!!!!!!!! LOL Dave From up North

Thanks Dave, we appreciate it. I just didn't want the list to dwell on a sad occurance this timeof year or anytime for that matter, hence the no preplies request. I realize it's hard not to respond to something like that, I will not respond to anymore such condolences, but they are apreciated.

I'll keep you posted,

John S.

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I know you said no replies but as a friend i feel it is part of our friendship to reply. I am scared on 3 different parts of my body from 2nd and 3rd degree burns so i know exactly what it is like. I will keep your granddaughter in my prayer's and a special prayer for a speedy recovery so she can make it home and get spoiled some more by her parents and grandparents Take Care God Bless and a speedy recovery. One of the 3 Amigo's!!!!!!!!! LOL Dave From up North

John hope all is well.And thanks for the heads up.

Erin

Sorry for making such a sad post at this festive time of year, I just felt compelled to remind everyone.

I'll give an update later and hopefully it's good news, I'm sure it will be..

Once again, sorry for the bleek post,

John S.

Sorry, to hear the news John.
At the same time thanks for the word of caution as I will talk with my grandchildren about it.
Your grandaughter will also be in our thoughts and prayers!

Oh and by the Way there's no need to be Sorry!!!!!!!!! That's what the Fishlakewinni.com Family is all about Thinking about each other and helping each other no matter what it may be!!!!!!!!! Now if only the rest of the World would follow that motto it would be an awesome place to live in!!!!!!!! Take Care God Bless and Best Holiday Wishes LOL Dave From up North