[Massachusetts-NFB] From your affiliate president

[Sandra Burgess]

Hi, Shara,
I am deeply to hear of your accident and grateful you will not face paralysis. Your vibrant spirit and determination will help you with healing. Please recover with the knowledge that we will keep on as best we can. I will pray! ---   Sandy B.

From: Massachusetts-NFB <massachusetts-nfb-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of Mary via Massachusetts-NFB
Sent: Friday, October 23, 2026 7:10 PM
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Cc: Mary <sweeties2 at verizon.net>
Subject: Re: [Massachusetts-NFB] From your affiliate president

Hi Shara:
I'm so sorry about your accident and injuries! I hope they're giving you enough pain relievers! Of course you will be in my thoughts and prayers. Do you want phone calls, or is that too much to handle right now?
Blessings,
Masha


From: Massachusetts-NFB <massachusetts-nfb-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of Shara Winton via Massachusetts-NFB
Sent: Friday, October 23, 2026 2:48 PM
To: massachusetts-nfb at nfbnet.org
Cc: sharawinton at gmail.com
Subject: [Massachusetts-NFB] From your affiliate president

Hello, My Dear NFB Family,
I hope you are all doing well.
I am writing to share something that is very difficult for me to talk about-not only emotionally, but physically as well. Even typing this message is challenging right now.
On Monday, October 19, I fell down an entire flight of stairs,  sideways. I am incredibly fortunate that my injuries were not even worse, although they are quite serious.
911 was called because I was unable to move. The emergency responders placed a cervical collar on me to immobilize my neck and spine. I was in tremendous pain, and there was blood in my mouth. I could not move and was in tremendous pain, all over.
Once I arrived at the emergency department, the medical team began a series of tests and examinations.
The results confirmed that I broke  my sternum (almost in half),  with some additional  smaller fractures.  I also fractured two vertebrae. Thankfully, these injuries have not resulted in paralysis, and my medical team expects me to make a full recovery. I also badly bit my tongue and, for good measure, one of my toes! Needless to say, I am bruised and battered from head to toe.
I was admitted to the trauma unit, where I remain. The pain is excruciating, and I will be unable to use my arms and upper body normally for the next several weeks. Although recovery will take time, my medical team tells me that I am doing well under the circumstances and is optimistic about my recovery.
For the time being, I ask that any questions or concerns about NFBMA business be directed first to your chapter president, who will often be able to provide the information you need. If further assistance is necessary, please contact our affiliate Vice President, Kyra Sweeney.
Right now, I will be   focusing  on healing, so I appreciate your patience, understanding, and support as I navigate the weeks ahead.
Please keep me in your thoughts and prayers, and send along any good wishes you can spare. Your love and encouragement mean more than you know.
Thank you for being such a wonderful family. I love all,y'all!
With love, hope, and determination,
Shara


Shara Winton
President, National federation of the Blind of Massachusetts
www.nfbma.org<http://www.nfbma.org/>
sharawinton at gmail.com<mailto:sharawinton at gmail.com>
617-304-0347

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