On April 14, 2010...
SO glad to hear that things are going better. Mom reported that she thought Crystal looked pretty good, all things considered. I'm sure Reece is looking forward to Grammsy feeling better, even though play time will be a few days away yet :) Take care all. Thinking of you!!

Mel, Cory & family
On April 14, 2010...
Hi Mandy
Thanks so much for taking time to make the updates so regularly. We're very very pleased to hear that Crystal is doing so much better - can't keep a good woman down!
Crystal - keep on getting stronger. For one thing, there's still so much of Australia for you guys to come over & see!
Love & best wishes to all the family
Natalie & Paul
On April 13, 2010...
Hi Crystal

Slow and steady she goes. Praying for your continued progress.

Cheryl, Ontario
On April 13, 2010...
Crystal, probably the last time so many people were excited about you standing up was when you were just learning how to do so! Feels good to have the teeth brushed doesn't it! No wheelchair races just yet!
Love you, Twylla
On April 13, 2010...
Thank you Mandy for all the news - which is great! Best to you, Trevor, Nathan & Josie and Rick.
Sounds like you need to get moving. I saw your doc - maybe chase him down the hall? Reese would be a close second - just kidding - he'd be first in line for you!
Take care and things will get better before you know it.
We canceled our tee time today - waiting for you to drive the cart (plus the weather isn't cooperating, but that's a "beside issue".
Love to all - Pat.
On April 13, 2010...
So glad to hear that you're feeling better than yesterday - imagine what tomorrow can bring - just no jogging down the hallways yet OK LOL :o)
Thinking of you
Laro
On April 13, 2010...
We've been following your progress, anxiously awaiting each note from Mandy or Nathan. Today's note was especially encouraging. Our thoughts are with you.

Janet & Jack
On April 13, 2010...
I went to a poetry reading last night and there was a stunning poem about breast surgery. Where are the poems about aortic valve surgery?

I'd end the poem with you smiling.

Coby
On April 13, 2010...
Hi Crystal
You are one strong lady! Take your time recovering and do it right. This place will still be here.

Marilyn
On April 13, 2010...
So happy to hear things are better. That makes us all very happy too!
I am thinking about all of you.
Kathy
On April 13, 2010...
Hi Crystal,

Just a note to say we are thinking of you and wishing you a speedy recovery. Take care. We will talk to you soon. :)

Lynn and Judy A.
On April 13, 2010...
Hurrah! Happy, Happy! Give her a hug from me.
GT
On April 13, 2010...
HELLO RICK,NATHAN,JOSEE,MANDY,TREVOR AND REECE THANKS FOR THE GOOD NEWS. CRYSTAL HAVE A GOOD DAY.

LOVE FROM ALL DANNA AND FAMILY

On April 13, 2010...
So happy to hear that you're doing better. Talking and laughing is very good news!!

Glenda & Bev
On April 13, 2010...
Thanks for the updates. It would be so nice to hear Crystal's laugh! It's great to hear she's doing even better. Please say Hi to her for us. Love Miles, Penny, Jenna and Shelby
On April 13, 2010...
Thanks for the updates, so glad Crystal is doing so much better, we will continue to keep her in our prayers and give her a big Hug for us
Love Wes & Eleanor
On April 13, 2010...
Hi Rick, Mandy, Trevor, Reece, Nathan and Josee, so happy to hear this day was better!
Crystal! Speedy recovery ok, keep getting well!
Nola
On April 12, 2010...
Thank you for the update Mandy and Nathan. I am glad to heard that you are doing so good auntie Crystal. Keep on smiling while the sun is shining and even if it is not. Hope to come see you all soon. Love and miss you all.

Love Krista and kids
On April 12, 2010...
Thanks for giving us the good news. Tomorrow will be an even better day.
Fran Z
On April 12, 2010...
Great news! Thanks so much for keeping us in the loop.

Tina, Morgan, Derek & Julia
On April 12, 2010...
Yeah for Cara (the great RN),I am so glad that things are much better.

Lots of Love
Mo, Garth, Matthieu, Nicole, Christopher
On April 12, 2010...
It's so good to hear that things are improving - even if slower than wished for.
Mandy - please give your Mom a cuddle & tell her how much she means to all her friends - especially me
Laro

On April 12, 2010...
Big hugs to ALL of you! This is surely a difficult time for everyone and we are thinking of all of you. Thanks for posting the updates!

Mel, Cory & family
On April 12, 2010...
Thanks for the updates. I hope this week is better. Send Crystal our love. If there is anything we can do just let us know.
Miles, Penny, Jenna and Shelby
On April 12, 2010...
Good to hear she's doing better this morning. When ahe's up to it, here's a little post-operative entertainment for her:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WOrjcLJ2IE0&feature=related%3e
It's singing "gas men", and kinda fun. Hugs and good wishes for all of you continue from here. GT
On April 12, 2010...
Great big hugs to Nathan & Mandy - I'm sure its not easy for you either, and thanks for keeping us all posted.

Crystal - Luv ya mumsy!

Monique & da boys
On April 11, 2010...
Sending love to Crystal and family. You are in my prayers.

Ellen Frombach
On April 11, 2010...
Thanks for keeping us updated, Mandy and Nathan. I'm sure you are all stressed by now, and if there is anything any of us can do, please don't be afraid to say so!
Crystal, keep on fighting...heal, and remember we love you.
Twylla
On April 11, 2010...
Mandy
Thanks for the update. Sounds like Crystal is in good hands and they are on top of things. I used to work for 2 kidney specialists and many times after some surgeries patients were put on temporary dyalisis until their kidneys "woke up". Since she's intubated again, I assume they are keeping her sedated so she doesn't struggle with it. Am praying for a healing night and a much better day tomorrow. Please try to get some rest, you will be needed.
Fran Z
On April 11, 2010...
Mandy & Nathan - thanks so much for keeping us updated on your Mom's progress. Darn that she is having to work through some glitches but it's encouraging to know that she is a fighter for sure. Hope you know too that we're with you in thoughts & prayers thru these next few challenges. Sending more hugs just in case you need a few
Laro
On April 11, 2010...
Crystal, we are thinking about you.
Ting, Tim, Kathy
On April 11, 2010...
Hi Crystal

Sorry to hear you are having a few problems with your acidic levels and am praying the doctors find a solution quickly so you can get back on the road to a speedy recovery. Keeping you in my prayers.

Cheryl, Ontario
On April 11, 2010...
Hi Nathan and Mandy...Thank you for all the updates on your mom. March and I are praying for a speedy recovery and are thinking of you all during this time. Give your mom a hug and tell her that we're thinking of her.
Jackie & March Dusang
On April 11, 2010...
thanks for the update mandy and nathan
still praying for all of you
danna and family
On April 11, 2010...
Thanks Mandy. Sounds like your mom is following the same recovery my friend Myrna did and she didn't need a pacemaker in the end. Recovery will be a while and heart rate will get more normal as the heart recovers and as the Dr.'s etc work out the right levels for medication.

My thoughts, prayers and well wishes to you and family. - Pat.
On April 10, 2010...
Hi Mandy

Good to hear your mom's coming along but don't expect too much too soon. My external pacemaker worked more on than off for about five days before they told me my heart beat on it's own that night. Sounds scary but this is all pretty much the norm for a heart that's been traumatized by surgery. I'm praying for her full and speedy recovery.

Cheryl, Ontario
On April 10, 2010...
Fran, Thank you for your kind words and inspirational words. They are actually very re-assuring during this time. I appreciate it.
Mandy
On April 10, 2010...
Thanks for Crystal's update. My heart rate dropped to 30 while I was hospitalized and the pacemaker took over for several hours, then my repaired heart got into a stronger beat of it's own. Don't be too concerned yet. It's pretty amazing how well our hearts do considering the trauma it goes through.Praying for a great, uncomplicated post op period. Try to get some rest yourself.
Fran z
On April 10, 2010...
Dear Mandy, Nathan & everyone :)
Thanks so much for keeping us posted on Crystal's progress - it makes us feel closer to get news so quickly, especially when she's making a steady recovery. Please give her our love & best wishes to all of you

Cheers
Natalie & Paul (Sydney, Australia)
On April 10, 2010...
So glad to hear that the surgery is DONE.
Hoping that your recovery will be a speedy one. Sending love & hugs to help get you going again real soon.
Laro
On April 9, 2010...
Thinking of you all, thanks for updates.
On April 9, 2010...
Don't worry that the tube is still in, since she's still sleeping a lot, they will want her to be quite alert before they remove it.Post when you can on Crystal's progress. You will see a lot changes pretty rapidly in the next couple of days. Prayers for recovery going your way.
Fran Z
On April 9, 2010...
Thanks for keeping us posted.
Our Love & Prayers for a speedy recovery.
Wes & Eleanor
On April 9, 2010...
thanks for posting....sounds good! hope to hear more news soon Twylla
On April 9, 2010...
Great news!! and thank you for keeping the news up to date. Take care and I'm thinking of all of you. - Pat.
On April 9, 2010...
thanks for the great news when you are able to talk to her give her hugs and will be thinking of her.

danna and family
On April 9, 2010...
Sounds like surgery went well! That's great news! When you are able to talk to your Mom give her our love and tell her we're all thinking of her.
Lots of love and prayers Miles, Penny, Jenna and Shelby
On April 9, 2010...
Hi Crystal
Meant to write this last night so you might read it before surgery, but whenever you read it, you are in my prayers for a successful surgery and unremarkable post op.Stay positive.
Fran Z
On April 8, 2010...
I'll be thinking about you tomorrow.
Kathy
On April 7, 2010...
Hey Crystal,

Good to hear your surgery has been rescheduled. I will be thinking of you. Take care and we will see you soon. If you need anything just give us a shout.

Robyn
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