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I\'m so happy you are home! When you are up to phone calls, please call - I don\'t want to call you, as I don\'t want to disturb you. You are loved! -- Molly

Sherrell; It sounds like you are doing very well! Having an appetite is a great sign (as is the impatience!!). I wish you continued progress each day and hope you go home when it is best for you. Warm Regards, Nancy H.

Oh, Sherrell: Is there any way you can get her to stay another day or so? In Adam\'s book he indicated that the people who stayed a bit longer had fewer problems when they got home. Just a suggestion. I know it\'s often up to the doctor and insurance company. Wish her well and encourage her that it gets better all the time. Terry C

So glad to hear Joanne is doing well. Having been there, I can tell you the worst is over. Although recovery is not always smooth, the only truly awful part is the first day or two after the surgery. We all, those of us who have had valve surgery and our relatives) have a lot to be thankful for. If she gets an awful backache, please tell her it\'s part of the normal process. It doesn\'t mean there\'s anything \"wrong.\" We all get it, and it\'s often worse than the chest pain, so be prepared. She\'s lucky to have you there. Terry C

Joann, When you\'re able to read this, I hope it puts a smile on your face. I\'m keeping you and your family in my thoughts for the surgery and the healthy recovery. Keep on smiling and heal quickly so you can come back to work. We miss you already. I don\'t want to end up in mental ward, after mental ward after mental ward. :) Take care Joanne and I\'ll see you in January! Hearts, Andrew

Hi Joann, Just wanted to wish you all the best and assure you of my thoughts and prayers as you prepare for and take on your big day. The pericardium question (to sew or not to sew) is very interesting. I will have my procedure on the 30th, but at this point I will leave it up to the doc, but will ask him about his choice post-op, just so we all can at least compare notes. You, Linda, and Diane will have much to post about with each other during your recouperations and I look forward to congratulating all of you on your successes. HVJ is a Godsend and I don\'t know what I would do without it!!!! The love of family and friends is amazing, but to have the support and input of so many caring others who have gone through or will be going through a similar experience is so empowering!!! THANKS TO ADAM!!! Be strong snd have faith! Best wishes for a perfect outcome-- Nancy H.