COURAGE: Sara Payne in hospital surrounded by cards and family snaps
'I lay there and wondered if soon I'd be reunited with Sarah'
Abuse campaigner Sara Payne tells of her defiant battle for life after two brain ops
BATTLE WOUNDS: Her cropped hair and scar
BABY JOY: Son Luke with Layla and Alfie
VICTIM: Sarah
SARA PAYNE IS A FIGHTER NOT A QUITTER
Sister tells of Sara Payne's brave battle for life in hospital.
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By Hayley Barlow, 31/01/2010
SURROUNDED by get well cards and family photos this is the courageous face of paralysed child abuse crusader Sara Payne as she begins her long road to recovery.
She needed TWO major brain ops in 36 hours after a massive stroke brought on by a brain aneurysm. Relatives gathered at her bedside as she was given just a 50/50 chance of survival.
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Now six weeks on, Sara, 40, reveals her deep scars - both physical and emotional - and says: "For a moment as I lay there I wondered if this was the point in my life when Sarah and I would be reunited."
In an emotional interview she tells how she was torn between fighting to stay in this world or slipping away to rejoin her beloved daughter in the next.
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Still pale and drained, she recalls: "It's like I had a choice. If I'd seriously wanted to join her then I'd have just given up. But, for whatever reason, I didn't.
"I chose to live. And when you've lost a child that's a hard thing to come to terms with. Because there are times when being with Sarah is all I want - more than breath itself. But right now I have so much to live for.
"So I have to settle for knowing that one day I will meet Sarah again. And when it's my time to go, I'll go.
"But this wasn't that time. I know how close I came to dying and how seriously ill I was. But I try not dwell on that, because I have four amazing children all waiting for me to come home."
Sitting up in her hospital bed, buoyed by the goodwill messages around her, Sara fiddles constantly with her newly cropped hairstyle. "I always said I was going to cut it short when I turned 40, and now seemed as good a time as any," she declares.
"But after so many years of long hair, this is going to take some getting used to. It's a new look for a new chapter in my life - and I love it."
The stroke has left her without movement down her left side. "I know I've got a mountain to climb," says plucky Sara, her speech slightly slurred.
Then, recalling how she first had brain surgery to fix the anuerysm - a swollen blood vessel - back in 2008, she added: "And it's the second mountain in 18 months. Except this time round it feels more like Everest. Plus, I have to deal with the paralysis, which is hard on everyone. But I've done it once and I'm determined I can do it again."
Doctors have told Sara she will need many months of intensive physiotherapy to try and regain the use of her arm and leg. Painfully thin after losing two stones, she knows recovery will be a lengthy process.
Sarah's Law campaigner Sara Payne's moving interview after brain op
"Getting home is my priority but I've got to take it slowly and be patient," she says. "There is some feeling down my left side which is good. But the doctors have faith and know I'm a fighter."
Sara fell ill in the week before Christmas at her home in Hersham, Surrey. She recalls: "We'd all just finished decorating our enormous Christmas tree in the lounge. I went upstairs as I had a bad headache.
"My partner immediately recognised the signs of a stroke from the 'Act Fast' TV ads and sent for an ambulance because my arm and face had drooped.
"Doctors said his quick-thinking probably saved my life. When the local Chertsey hospital transferred me to the neurological unit at St George's in Tooting I realised it was serious - because that's where I had the original surgery.
"At that point I became very, very scared. Before the operation I said to my partner, 'I can't go through all this again'. I know that worried the family because they thought I was giving up, which isn't like me at all."
It was one more drama to pile the pressure on this remarkable woman who won the nation's heart with her astonishing show of dignity and courage following the abduction and murder of her eight-year-old daughter Sarah by convicted paedophile Roy Whiting in July 2000.
Voices
Now mum to Lee, 22, Luke 21, Charlotte, 15, and six-year-old Ellie, Sara says: "You can't imagine what something like this does - not just to me, but all of us.
"It's all the children have come to know in their short lives, illness and death in the family. And it really frightens all of them."
Following her operation Sara then had to have further surgery after complications, followed by intensive care on a ventilator for two weeks. "I remember waking up and hearing voices of family and friends," says Sara. "But I couldn't see or speak to them and that was hugely frustrating.
"My mind seemed to be working fine but all I could do was squeeze their hands. But hearing those voices was such a comfort."
But the family had a secret weapon that was about to boost brave Sara's chances - news that she'd just become a grandmother for the second time as Luke's girlfriend Layla gave birth to baby Alfie just after Christmas.
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Beaming with pride, Sara caresses a photo of her new grandson and smiles: "The arrival of Alfie was just the tonic I needed. Apparently when they finally removed the ventilator and I was able to speak my first words were 'Alfie! Alfie!'
"I was so desperate to see him, but the doctors weren't too happy about bringing a newborn into intensive care!
"So the family brought a picture instead, which really cheered me up.
"I just love being a granny. And I'm more determined than ever to get better so that one day I'll be able kick a football around with him in the back yard." Sitting beside Sara, new dad Luke chips in: "Mum was lying in bed like a vegetable. She hadn't said a word since her operations and the nurses told us to expect the worst.
"But after she heard about Alfie being born she started showing signs of improvement. It was an amazing breakthrough and it was all down to Alfie."
Appointed the Government's independent Victims Champion last year, Sara has campaigned tirelessly for Sarah's Law - a range of measures to make Britain safer for children. And she remains as upbeat as ever.
Tough
Talking about the Government's plan to roll out the Sarah's Law pilot scheme nationwide, revealed by us last week, Sara picks up a copy of the paper and grins.
"Reading the News of the World made me feel a whole lot better," she insists. "But it's important to remember that we wouldn't be where we are today if it wasn't for all the millions of readers who signed that original petition 10 years ago. Without their support there wouldn't be a Sarah's Law. I'll never forget that."
Of her personal tragedies, she says: "Yes life has been tough, but I don't think its been tougher than anyone else's life. I guess our family has just been a bit unlucky recently.
"Sometimes in life, you don't have a choice, so you just get on with it. I'll be fine, I'll get there eventually.
Despite the enormity of the recovery ahead of her, Sara's immediate thoughts turn to Christmas.
"I get sad thinking about how I missed Christmas with the family," she says. "And it wasn't much of one for them either.
"So as soon as I'm out of hospital, they've promised me Christmas all over again, even if that's in the summer. Turkey, crackers, presents the lot!"
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1 | 2 | Next Sara I was upset to read about your illness, such a remarkable woman you are. Please find the strength to carry on, we need people like you who care. You are a fine example to show your new grandson what this world needs. Will say a prayer for you . Love Sue x
By Sue.. Posted January 31 2010 at 1:58 PM.
Wishing you a speedy recovery Sara. I have great admiration for you. Sarah was with you every step of the way minding you.
By Catherine O Donovan.. Posted January 31 2010 at 1:47 PM.
Sarah you are an insperation to all, you should feel proud of all you have achieved in life and get better for your family i could never hope to achieve even a little of what you have done even tho my familys life has been torn apart by the acts of a P. I so admire your strength and courage my love goes out to you and all your family spesh little Sarah in heaven god bless you all xxx
By Bernadette.. Posted January 31 2010 at 1:45 PM.
My heart and my prayers go out to you. I know what it is like to live with loss and also what a long journey back from a stroke is like. I will pray for you everyday. May God bless you and speak with you and keep you safe. Love from Margaret in Bromley
By margaret tully.. Posted January 31 2010 at 1:42 PM.
Hope you get better soon Sara. love Fiona.
By Fionaf.. Posted January 31 2010 at 1:29 PM.
So sorry to hear the battle you have had, but so pleased to hear your winning & that you have so much fighting spirit in you.
Your a very brave lady & you deserve lots of happiness for your furture with all your family.
Keep being the strong woman you are sara.
Love & best wishes
From Emma & my family in hertfordshire XXXX
By Emma Wilkins.. Posted January 31 2010 at 1:20 PM.
A big hug to you Sarah X
By ninna.. Posted January 31 2010 at 1:19 PM.
Get well soon Sara. I hope your recovery is a speedy one. Best wishes to you and your family. x
By geraldine .. Posted January 31 2010 at 1:14 PM.
Sara you are such a brave lady, I hope you have a full and speedy recovery, if any one deserves it ,it is you. You have such a beautiful family wating to have their Mum and Granny home. Thank You for fighting for all the children of this country
By Jenny.. Posted January 31 2010 at 1:01 PM.
Best wishes on your road to recovery you have stayed strong were others would not you are someone very special your family are very lucky such a possitive lady big hugs x
By Teresa.. Posted January 31 2010 at 12:55 PM.
Sarah your such an inspiration. I genuinly from the bottom of my heart wish you speedy recovery. Your right, its hard when you have lost a child and your family are scared more often than not. There has to be a better place. But I think I can join many people in wishing you well. And your family too xx
By Bobbi.. Posted January 31 2010 at 12:51 PM.
Keep going from strength to strength dear lady. You are a real inspiration. I wish you and your family well, prayers for strength and health for you
By Debs.. Posted January 31 2010 at 12:44 PM.
Get This woman honoured with whatever the womens' equivalent of a knighthood is *Now* -What has been more honourable or noble than rising from the tragedy of her loss to being an effective leader in the fight for the protection of all the children in the UK? There are people being honoured more for kicking a ball about a pitch- for a lot of money- or other celebrity occupations that earn them enough monetary reward as it is. Time to Show real recognition where it's due.
Get well soon Sara, The kids still need you.
By Ryan.. Posted January 31 2010 at 12:37 PM.
You are, in my lifetime, the most inspirational women I know and I sincerely hope you feel much better soon. We are all lucky to still have you. I admire you so very much. You truly humble me in every way. Take care, love from Elaine in Scotland
By Elaine Milne.. Posted January 31 2010 at 12:34 PM.
You're such an inspiration to others. Please make sure you rest and look after yourself for a while. I imagine Sarah would be so proud of her mum and all you've achieved so far. Maybe she's watching over you as your guardian angel.
By Bea, Norfolk.. Posted January 31 2010 at 12:26 PM.
Lots of love Sara get well soonxx
By Tracey Mills.. Posted January 31 2010 at 12:23 PM.
You are a remarkable woman . Very strong and have battled to make this country a safer place for our children.
You will find the strength to recover.
By Rachel Hutcheon.. Posted January 31 2010 at 12:17 PM.
Well done Sarah you are own the mend, get well soon the world and their children needs you to make life tough for paedophiles such as Whiting, god bless you xx
By Marianna.. Posted January 31 2010 at 12:09 PM.
get better soon sarah you have so much courage and strength that everyone admires. you will get there in the end. and remember tomorrow the sun will shine again, got me through some bad days.love katrina in cornwall.
By katrina fidock.. Posted January 31 2010 at 11:58 AM.
Wot an inspiration, get well soon, the nation loves you and we need you.
luv
xxxxx
By h green, s lanarkshire.. Posted January 31 2010 at 11:55 AM.
I saw the interview with Sara from her hospital bed yesterday. My thoughts and prayers are with this very courageous lady.
By Maggie.. Posted January 31 2010 at 11:49 AM.
You are a remarkable person with all the crosses you've had to bear you you still manage to come through the other end with the upmost dignity,courage and bravery that most people can only imagine, goodluck Sara
By Anthony Griffiths.. Posted January 31 2010 at 11:46 AM.
I often sit and think of you and your family. When i heard the news you were poorly, it broke my heart for you. If you havent faced enough already.
Much love and best wishes to you.
Kelly - Leeds, UK xxx
By Kelly.. Posted January 31 2010 at 11:45 AM.
I wish you well Sarah, look aftery ourself for there is much to be done. You have your family who love you. We the people of Britain thank you for all the very hard work that you have put into the campaign. Young Sarah will be looking down at you and telling you not to give up, you are not ready to meet up again for sometime, she will be so proud of you as indeed we are for bringing about this change with 'Sarahs Law', it could not have been done without you and your determination.
By Mair.. Posted January 31 2010 at 11:40 AM.
congratulations on the birth of your beautifull grandson alfie x you are an inspiration to all of us with what you have acheived, you have to stay strong and focus on the things that matter now like getting strong and getting better, you truly have amazing strength and courage as you have shown in your fight for sarahs law x i wish you a speedy recovery and much love
tracey xx
By tracey.. Posted January 31 2010 at 11:39 AM.
You are a remarkable person with all the crosses you've had to bear you you still manage to come through the other end with the upmost dignity,courage and bravery that most people can only imagine, goodluck Sara
By Anthony Griffiths.. Posted January 31 2010 at 11:39 AM.
god bless you sara get well soon .... your one of my heroes ...i admire you and all you do to ptotect our children xxxxx
By annie.. Posted January 31 2010 at 11:15 AM.
God bless you Sara, I hope you make a good and speedy recovery cause we need you to keep fighting to SAVE our kids from the evil out there.
xxxxx
By paula.. Posted January 31 2010 at 11:14 AM.
get well real soon sara. wishing you all the best with your recovery!
By SHARON C.. Posted January 31 2010 at 11:07 AM.
Don't worry Sara God is not finished with you yet. The amount of children who have been saved due to your strength and courage so take your time to recover and the world will be waiting for you and I for one stand in awe of you and of all that you have done, God bless and congratulations on your new grandson, Anne, Dublinxxxx
By anne .. Posted January 31 2010 at 11:02 AM.
Sara you are an inspiration to us all. Your courage and spirit has shone through at the most devastating times in any womans life. I wish you the best for the future and many wonderful years of being with your children and gorgeous grandson. Congratulations on becoming a grandmother. You are loved and cared for by the public and I hope to see you back campaigning in the near future.
Love from Ally in Worcester.
By Ally Whitehead.. Posted January 31 2010 at 10:59 AM.
Keep fighting sara. you've done so much, you aint going anywhere yet :) you'll be around for years.
By colin atkin.. Posted January 31 2010 at 10:54 AM.
We really feel for you Sara, you have gone through so much in your life, and you do not deserve this on top of it all. We wish you a speedy recovery and good luck with your re-hab. Love from Helen @ Jeff. Frome. x x x
By Helen @ Jeff Wheeler.. Posted January 31 2010 at 10:43 AM.
They say what doesnt kill you makes you stronger, you must now be like Samsons, how can one person go through so much and still fight, i congratulate you on all your acheivements and for making this world a safer place for our little ones.
Get well soon, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. x
By Lou.. Posted January 31 2010 at 10:35 AM.
Get well soon
Sending you a big hug
By Hertsnatalie.. Posted January 31 2010 at 10:33 AM.
Dear sara, I am so pleased to see you finally awake in your hospital bed telling us you're going to fight this terrible illness, if anyone can do it you certainly will because you're a fighter not a quitter as your sister told us.. I just want to let you know that all my prayers are with you as they were when we found out about you being in hospital I knew you'd get through this. Yes you have a long road ahead of you but you have the courage and determination to see it through. I send you all my love for a speedy recoverey. May Gods blessing be with you and your wonderful family.
Love Lin, from Birmingham xx xx xx xx
By Lin & Family.. Posted January 31 2010 at 10:19 AM.
Get well soon, we are all rooting for you. xx
By Anna.. Posted January 31 2010 at 10:19 AM.
sarah my thoughts are with you and your family, you have all been through so much pain and its seems so unfair that this has happened, but you are an amazing person who lightens up the world with your strength and courage!!!!! There are so many people thinking of you and your family and i hope you get well really soon and that your family and yourself stay well and positive! all my wishes katie xxxx
By k burton.. Posted January 31 2010 at 10:18 AM.
wishing you a speedy recovery Sara, I too have recently had an aneurysm, im back at work on light duties after 6 weeks. keep fighting and be strong.
By Paul.. Posted January 31 2010 at 10:16 AM.
Sara you are a very brave lady .I so admire your courage, May I wish you a speedy recovery take care of yourself .
Sally x
By Sally.. Posted January 31 2010 at 10:07 AM.
hope you soon recover soon. as if you have not had enough heart ache in your life.keep up the good work you do for SARAH'S LAW. god bless you and keep well.x jj
By bunny.. Posted January 31 2010 at 10:03 AM.
Makes you look at things that have happened in ur own life and realise how lucky u really are.
My thoughts are with Sara and her family but I have a feeling there is a little girl up there looking over her mommy so she'll do just fine.
xx
By Chloe Savage.. Posted January 31 2010 at 9:57 AM.
How painful it must be for Sara. To want to be with Sarah but also with her other children.
I have a beautiful toddler and had lost a baby in pregnancy before had him. That was painful enough and I can only look at my child now and imagine the horror of losing him (by illness, accident or an evil way like Sarah).
We all know Sara is a very strong woman. I have so much respect for her and will always remember her and her daughter Sarah. Most of us are strong people, but I know for me, I doubt could be as strong as her if lost my child. I've been through a lot of trauma but to lose a child - well that would be the most traumatic.
An inspirational woman by far.
By Giordani.. Posted January 31 2010 at 9:55 AM.
Sara you are an amazing person and truely inspiring. You have through a lot, but you are a surviver, and I am sure you will get through all this, given time. Your family are there right behind you in love and support, and we be thinking of you too and we wish you lots of love and a full recovery.
Congratulations on the birth of your little grandson Sara.
Lots of love
Mag Masters
By Mag .. Posted January 31 2010 at 9:52 AM.
Sara, Bless you in the strong name of Jesus, whom to know is life eternal.
By Norman.. Posted January 31 2010 at 9:47 AM.
I prayed for a miracle for you Sarah as you truly deserved one to stay with your family after all you and they had been through.
So good to see you recovering, the country wishes you well and how good to see a worthy person in the NOTW having some praise rather than worthless celebrities.
By Jill Dewsbury.. Posted January 31 2010 at 9:24 AM.
good luck and get well soon,thankyou for all the hard work you done,xx
By irene.. Posted January 31 2010 at 9:20 AM.
angels are looking after you sara ,you are a true inspiration .get well soonxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx
By tara.. Posted January 31 2010 at 9:17 AM.
Sara.You will come through this again.Get well.
By doreen purdy.. Posted January 31 2010 at 9:16 AM.
love the new hair cut! you are such an inspiration. i knew you would fight back and i know you will regain your strength and be ok.i believe sarah wants you to stay and fight for you and all the children. keep up the fight sara.xxx
By mandy francis.. Posted January 31 2010 at 9:12 AM.
You are a strong brave woman who has faced so much in life and know that your efforts have touched so many lives of people you may never meet or hear about. thank you for all that you have done and know that we are all supporting you on your recovery. Sarah has been your angel guiding you and it wasn't time for you to join her just yet. There are other things in life for you to enjoy and experience, one day she will see you but the last thing she wants is for you to meet her too soon. Congratulations on the birth of your grandson. Hold him and know that because of you he is going to grow up in a safer world. XXX
By L Simpson.. Posted January 31 2010 at 9:09 AM.
You have been an inspiration to so many, for such a long time and you of all people do not deserve this to happen. Wishing you a speedy, and full recovery. I am sure you be reunited with Sarah one day, but for now you have your other children, and lovely new grandson to enjoy. Good luck!!
By jo.. Posted January 31 2010 at 9:06 AM.
Wish you all the best for a speedy recovery. God Bless you and your family.
By Chris.. Posted January 31 2010 at 9:04 AM.
My thoughts are with you,keep being strong!!!!!!! in our thoughts xxx
By l dienel.. Posted January 31 2010 at 8:59 AM.
You are such a brave woman sara.You are strong and you will go home to your children.
I wish you all the best,more than anyone you deserve it.
By jen.. Posted January 31 2010 at 8:55 AM.
get well soon Sara, I think all the comments above echo what we all think of you xxx
By Stella.. Posted January 31 2010 at 8:54 AM.
Get well soon Sara! You are a remarkable woman. You deserve better after everything you and your family have been through. Good luck. Sarah and family x x x x
By Sarah Leeder.. Posted January 31 2010 at 8:52 AM.
This poor woman has been through more than anybody else could bear, I hope she makes a full recovery and this is her last challenge! Get well quickly.
By Jo.. Posted January 31 2010 at 8:36 AM.
wishing you all the health & strengh in the world. you have changed so much in this world for the better. be strong, millions of people are inspired by you. xxxxxxxxxxxxx
By mrs m.. Posted January 31 2010 at 8:28 AM.
God bless you - you are an inspiration to us all.
So many people are selfish moaning and complaining about minor things - you show them how to face the world with strength and dignity! x
By Kath Smith.. Posted January 31 2010 at 8:15 AM.
you are an inspuration to us all,keep figthing the way youve always done and youll get home to your loved ones,you are an amazing person,best wishes paul x
By paul kershaw.. Posted January 31 2010 at 8:15 AM.
Lots of best wishes for a full recovery Sara xx
By Fiona.. Posted January 31 2010 at 8:11 AM.
KEEP STRONG SARA. ITS THANKS TO PEOPLE LIKE YOU THAT OUR CHILDREN CAN FEEL SAFER. YOU HAVE DONE SO MUCH FOR PEOPLE, YOUR FAMILY HAVE EVERY RIGHT TO FEEL PROUD. ALFIE NEEDS YOU SARA, KEEP BRAVE. WISH THERE WAS NORE PEOPLE LIKE YOU IN OUR WORLD XXX
By JULIE.. Posted January 31 2010 at 8:11 AM.
I Totally admired this lady and cannot believe what she has gone through for sticking up for what she believes in and not letting it rest.As a parent now ive always wanted to thank her and now shes ended up like this. What are people going to have to do to listen? Yes there going to have to do what sara has done, to end up like this? Come on enough is enough government.She shouldnt have even been in the situation in the first place! But what is the point in me saying this it wont get anywhere. Im fed up of theres nothing we can do, but as soon as something happens out of the uk they are there, which gives them a good impression of the uk. Its all crap. Sorry but im talking of medical experience of stupid uk medical beliefs
By sue barnes.. Posted January 31 2010 at 7:53 AM.
i wish u well so quickly so u can go home to your children where you belong ,u are one amazing lady and im sure everyone thinks that too ,you have been through so much and such a strong women and you also have done us mothers so proud with the campain you lead,you also look very nice with your short hair ,brave women you are sarah!!! xxx
By lorraine.. Posted January 31 2010 at 7:47 AM.
wishing you all the best wishes possible, to a truly remarkable lady.
everbody knows you have the courage and fortitude to overcome this and carry on your campaign to protect innocent children god bless you and and may he help you in your fight to recover
By familyman.. Posted January 31 2010 at 7:45 AM.
Sending you warmest wishes for a speedy recovery .
I think you are A-maz-ing and Rock !
Love from Sue in the Highlands
By Susan.. Posted January 31 2010 at 5:30 AM.
Beautiful brave Sara - get well soon.
bb
By bb mcl.. Posted January 31 2010 at 4:05 AM.
I cannot believe all of this is happening to you. You nor any other human being deserves all of this suffering but throughout it all, God has a purpose and reasons. You are chosen Sara and you are strong and wonderful. Sarah is sleeping as we all shall be one day but with God's promise to follow. Stay strong and close to your God who watches over you. I pray for you to be well again and I know that you will be in time xx
By Sara P.. Posted January 31 2010 at 3:46 AM.
What an inspiration you are to all of us.Its because of you we now have the right to know if we have paedophiles in the care of our children....Bless u sweetie i,m sure sarah would be so proud as are all your children and she knew it wasn,t your time so sent you back.xxxxx
By debbie.. Posted January 31 2010 at 3:24 AM.
I wish you well Sarah, you are a true inspiration to us all. I hope life is good to you from now on, you deserve it.
Michelle. Australia
By MICHELLE KEATES.. Posted January 31 2010 at 2:18 AM.
Sara my dear you are an inspiration to us all. You have achieved so much in your life, despite suffering the loss of your child in the worst of circumstances you have dedicated your life in an attempt to protect all children.
With your tenacity I'm sure you will fight back and regain your health.
My heartfelt prayers are sent to you and hope you will soon be well enough to be at home and enjoy playing with your little grandson Alfie Lots of love Joyce xxx
By Joyce Mackay.. Posted January 31 2010 at 2:07 AM.
Get well sara. All the best. With luv... Beena and family.x
By Beena.. Posted January 31 2010 at 1:31 AM.
You are the most courageous person on the planet. Why, have you had so much suffering in your life? It's so unfair and puts the simple things that people worry about into perspective. I wish you a speedy recovery because you are an extra special person that campaigns against evil and you are needed in this world to carry on your good work. best wishes and regards to you and your special family that touched the nation's hearts in a very profound way.
By cheryl dunngrimshaw.. Posted January 31 2010 at 1:03 AM.
Extraordinary, Inspirational lady. Why on earth does she have to go through this .
God Bless You and keep you safe
By Dave.. Posted January 31 2010 at 12:39 AM.
Get Well soon Sara, you are one of a kind! A huge hill to climb, but if anyone can do it....you can!
With lots of love to you and your lovely family
Claire, Isle of Man xxxx
By Claire.. Posted January 31 2010 at 12:38 AM.
Could not believe it when I heard that you were so ill. My thoughts were with you and you're family. Its great to see you are doing well.Hope you Christmas comes very quickly and a very Happy Christmas to you and you're family.
xxx
By Maria Nicolaou.. Posted January 31 2010 at 12:37 AM.
i am sorry i did not think about you i am gklad you are on the mend you are a true fighter and an inspiration i cried when your daughter was found i hope your grand son brings you many happy memories will be thinking of you all my love for the future
By jade.. Posted January 31 2010 at 12:33 AM.
You are such a brave lady, I admire you so much, get well soon, for your family and friends, you are loved so very much xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx
By sheila.. Posted January 31 2010 at 12:24 AM.
This poor girl - as if she hasn't had enough suffering!
Wish her well - she's an inspiration
By hb.. Posted January 31 2010 at 12:13 AM.
Oh Sarah,get well as soon as you can.You are a strong and inspirational woman and all women all over the world admire you greatly.Lots of Love Avis
By Avis Massey.. Posted January 31 2010 at 12:09 AM.
Sara you are an absolute inspiration. Please know that there are people all round the world who often spare you a little thought. Best wishes for a speedy recovery from one such person.
By Jan.. Posted January 31 2010 at 12:03 AM.
What a true insperation you are Sara. Don't you ever give up darling. You need to be on this earth and WE need you on it hun. You are the bravest lady and you have such lovely children and now grandchildren that need you here. Your Angel Sarah obviously knows this and she is shining down on you helping you along the way. She more then anyone knows your needed here. Get your health back hun and enjoy your new grandson...Then get back campaining...It's what you were born to do. We all want to see Sarahs law world wide and your the only 1 to do it. XXX Sending you and your family much love and much support XXX
By Faye.. Posted January 30 2010 at 11:52 PM.
sara u hav been so strong. please stay so for ur family x
By jules.. Posted January 30 2010 at 11:50 PM.
keep fighting You have stamina I pray for you and indeed you beloved daughter who you lost so tragically. She is an angel watching over you now God Bless
By Admirer from Morley Leeds.. Posted January 30 2010 at 11:49 PM.
God bless you Sara, you are a truly remarkable lady, you will get through this, after all look at what you have got through in the past! You are such an inspiration & little Sarah is looking down on you & knows that now is not the time for you two to be together, you still have so much work to do down here, in order to help save the lives of many more children. Sarah is beside you all the way!!!Thankyou Sara & God Bess You!!! Love Gwen XXX
By Gwen.. Posted January 30 2010 at 11:41 PM.
You are a remarkable person the way you carry on fighting with your problems. I wish you well in your recovery and may you have many more years ahead of you. Enjoy your new grandson.
By Liz Wood.. Posted January 30 2010 at 11:40 PM.
very brave lady remarkable woman the strength you have good luck with your life
By georgie.. Posted January 30 2010 at 11:31 PM.
Get well soon Sara. You are a truly amazing and courageous lady with so much to look forward to with your lovely family. I wish you a speedy recovery and send my best wishes to you all for the future.
By Denise.. Posted January 30 2010 at 11:31 PM.
I wish you well in your recovery Sara. You are a very brave, courageous person and I am full of admiration for you. With love from Liz in Newcastle. xxx
By Liz.. Posted January 30 2010 at 11:30 PM.
You are an absolute inspiration. May you regain full health very shortly.
Thank you for your outstanding and sterling work on behalf of vunerable children everywhere.
Sarah lives on through your work. God bless.
By VA.. Posted January 30 2010 at 11:29 PM.
Blessings to you Sara. You have worked tirelessly for victims of crime. It's time you sat back and looked after yourself. Take care sweetheart.
By Sian.. Posted January 30 2010 at 11:28 PM.
Best wishes to you Sara-you're an inspiration to us all. I wish you a full and speedy recovery with many years to enjoy your grandson xxx
By Ros.. Posted January 30 2010 at 11:24 PM.
Get well very soon
Love from
Carmel Ontario Canada
By Carmel Gillham.. Posted January 30 2010 at 10:57 PM.
get well soon sara your a truly remarkable lady,love from lorna county durham
By lorna.. Posted January 30 2010 at 10:56 PM.
sara its so good to see your on your way to a full recovery. i was so upset when i heard the news that you was in hospital very sick.
i have allways admired your courage and strengths.
get well soon hugs xx
By lorraine.. Posted January 30 2010 at 10:45 PM.
lots of love and wishyou well Debz and vince xx
By debz baker .. Posted January 30 2010 at 11:13 PM.
I am asking angels to stay with you and help you back to health ever since I heard about your health issues so stay strong there are a lot of people sending you positive thoughts ...
I wish you Love Light & Many Blessings x
By Mrs James .. Posted January 30 2010 at 11:12 PM.
Wishing you and your family only happy times from now on. Such a strong lady ... you deserve only happiness from now on ... Enjoy your new Grandson xx
By Lucy.. Posted January 30 2010 at 11:10 PM.
You are truly amazing Sara. I wish you all the best for the future with your lovely family and beautiful new grandson Alfie (my darling and much missed Dad's name). Good luck, get well soon and have a lovely life, because you deserve it. Annie from London XX
By Annie Brooks.. Posted January 30 2010 at 10:39 PM.
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