This is the miraculous story of a 10-year-old girl named Rielynn Martin who was involved in a boat crash and ended up in a coma, but somehow, managed to survive.
The scary occurrence took place on on Memorial Day, May 25, when two boats, including the one in which Rielynn and her family were, collided. The collision forced the girl to flow off the boat and hit the propeller of the other boat.
“We went out to the lake for Memorial (Day) Weekend [and] we go to the lake a lot. My kids love outdoors,” Rielynn’s father, Chad Martin, explained.
Following the accident, the girl was transferred to the hospital. “It crushed her skull, it is embedded in her brain. So, she had actual damaged pieces in her brain. They got that situated and put a plate in there, bolted it [and] fixed the bad part of the skull,” Chad said.
“I want prayers, prayers are everything. Prayer is what got my daughter to where she’s at now. Medical bills are gonna be tough, I think out the roof. I got another daughter to support, it’s gonna be tough,” the devastated dad added.
After undergoing an urgent surgical procedure, Rielynn required ventilator support due to her inability to breathe independently, subsequently entering a coma.
Medical professionals painted a grim picture, indicating a low likelihood of her awakening. However, defying these odds, Rielynn displayed incredible resilience, battling with unwavering determination. Now, according to her parents, a miraculous transformation in her health status is unfolding.
Under the Facebook page named “Rally for Rielynn,” her parents posted an uplifting update that brought joy to many. As per the update, Rielynn has begun to autonomously breathe and has been successfully removed from life support.
“Great news! She’s awake and responsive! Following commands and responding to inquiries, she exhibited recognition towards all of us. The ventilator has been turned off, and she’s now breathing unassisted. I even playfully asked her to wiggle her toes after removing her sock, and she obliged… And when her father inquired about her preference to wear the sock again, she conveyed her agreement by shaking her head. That indomitable spirit, much like her fondness for dogs.”
While this news brings a sense of happiness, Rielynn’s family understands that a considerable journey of recovery lies ahead.
To aid them in managing the medical expenses, a GoFundMe page has been established.
We sincerely wish for the most positive outcome and offer our prayers for the swift recovery of this wonderful young girl.
