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On February 12, in the snow and ice, and while crossing the Ledbetter Kentucky Bridge, Stephanie Stephanie Smith-Lester's life, and that of her unborn child changed forever.  According to an article published in Tuesday's Paducah Sun, Smith-Lester and her husband were involved in a two vehicle auto accident, that left Stephanie in a Coma.

The Kentucky Car Wreck happend as the eastbound Blazer driven by Aaron Tucker lost control striking the bridge and then eventually the Smith-Lester Ford Bronco being driven by her husband Shain.  According to the story, Shain swerved to avoid the Tucker vehicle but could not. 

The wreck left Smith-Lester in a Coma and she was taken to Vanderbilt Hosptial where she remains in critical condition.  She suffered a fractured pelvis, fractures to her brain and a crushed skull as well as a tear in the amniotic sac, which was leaking fluid. 

At first the Doctors had given littel chance for Smith-Lester's 13 week old fetus.  But now test show the fetus is doing well and without stress.  Smith-Lester remains in a coma but is showing movement in her hands and feet. 

It appears that the unborn fetus has drawn strength from the fight of its mother as it survives against incredible odds.  Our thoughts and prayers will remain with the family, Mrs. Smith-Lester and the baby.  We wish all a speedy recovery and we admire your strenth and your incredible courage. 

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