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4182 days ago

Adam Pick posted a note for Christine that says:

Hey Christine! Great to see you back at HVJ! What are you now... 14... 15... 16 months post-op? :)

Christine Kline Hi Adam:

I am almost 15 months post op--and doing great!
This website has been a fantastic source of ... Read more

Christine Kline Hi Adam:

I am almost 15 months post op--and doing great!
This website has been a fantastic source of information and support for me. Thank you, Adam, for all of your work to keep this going.

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4269 days ago

Lynn Quast posted a note for Christine that says:

One year!! That's wonderful and thanks for sharing. I'm 4 months out and just feeling ok to exercise which feels great!! I was not in great health before so ...Read more

One year!! That's wonderful and thanks for sharing. I'm 4 months out and just feeling ok to exercise which feels great!! I was not in great health before so I expected to take a little more time but am feeling better and better and healthier than I ever have . So now it's building strength for me . I took care of my 5 year old grandson the other day by myself and did great!! Now that's amazing to me:) anyway it's always good to hear about people doing well after a long time Thanks for sharing !

Christine Kline hi Lynn: it still surprises me as to how quickly we recover from such major surgery. It sounds like ... Read more

Christine Kline hi Lynn: it still surprises me as to how quickly we recover from such major surgery. It sounds like you are doing well for 4 months! I found that cardio rehab really helped with building strength and confidence. Good luck in your recovery.

Chris K

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4269 days ago

Linda H and Elsie posted a note for Christine that says:

Hey congrats on being one year out. Next month I will be 2 years out Hardly can believe it. I to still have that annoying little pain and wonder if its the ...Read more

Hey congrats on being one year out. Next month I will be 2 years out Hardly can believe it. I to still have that annoying little pain and wonder if its the wires. Guess Im getting use to it. If it bothers me to much I just take a Tramadol. Its my new buddy. Take care.

Christine Kline Hi Linda; Glad to know you are still doing well. You were one my mentors! I had hoped my sternum s ... Read more

Christine Kline Hi Linda; Glad to know you are still doing well. You were one my mentors! I had hoped my sternum soreness would be gone by now, but I guess, like you, it will continue to be there--maybe a gentle reminder as to what we have been through--lest we forget?!!?

Chris K (and Elsie)

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4269 days ago

Bill Bard posted a note for Christine that says:

Hi Christine I too am just over a year post-op and doing great as well. Except that after losing 60 lbs (and 60 more to go!) I have developed gall stones that ...Read more

Hi Christine I too am just over a year post-op and doing great as well. Except that after losing 60 lbs (and 60 more to go!) I have developed gall stones that are giving me grief. Isn't it amazing what heart surgery can give you back. Keep up the good work. Your neighbor just south here in Oregon.

Christine Kline Hi Bill: Congrats to you--60 lbs is amazing!

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4383 days ago

Clare Auten posted a note for Christine that says:

Sounds like things are going well for you. That is great. I had AVR surgery 1/9/14...about 3 months ago. I feel itchy around my scar and can barely wear some ...Read more

Sounds like things are going well for you. That is great. I had AVR surgery 1/9/14...about 3 months ago. I feel itchy around my scar and can barely wear some of my tops as they are uncomfortable. Good to know I am not alone. At first I thought it was all in my head.

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4384 days ago

judy posted a note for Christine that says:

Hi again Chris. So glad you still check your journal. I felt as if we had a lot in common when I read your story. No I have not yet set up a profile, brand ...Read more

Hi again Chris. So glad you still check your journal. I felt as if we had a lot in common when I read your story. No I have not yet set up a profile, brand new here and still figuring it out. I am having the valve done at RCH in new west as I live in Coverdale. I was interested to read about your lift chair, shower stool and tips like that. If I may, perhaps I will ask you more questions at another time. Pretty tired right now ...did not sleep much last night.

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4385 days ago

Judy posted a note for Christine that says:

Hi Christine ... great to read your story. I am also from Vancouver, also have stenosis due to bicuspid. Like you I have been pretty active and I was quite ...Read more

Hi Christine ... great to read your story. I am also from Vancouver, also have stenosis due to bicuspid. Like you I have been pretty active and I was quite surprised that I need the surgery so soon. It seems to have progressed more rapidly than cardiologist originally predicted. I am almost 60. Also like you, I was just cancelled ! earlier this evening, I got a call ... with only 12 hours to go ... cancelled and rescheduled for 2 weeks down the road. disappointing mainly due to all my family members having taken time off work and flown in to be here. we have much in common .... I hope you still check your guest book sometimes and see this. would love to "chat".

Christine Kline Hi Judy:
Yes-- I do check my guestbook and would love to "chat". It is nice to have a fellow HVR'r w ... Read more

Christine Kline Hi Judy:
Yes-- I do check my guestbook and would love to "chat". It is nice to have a fellow HVR'r who lives in Vancouver. In which hospital are you having your surgery? I know how disappointing it is to get all psyched up for such major surgery and then have it cancelled at the last moment--especially with all of your family taking time off work and/or flying to Vancouver. Do you have a journal on this website? I looked but couldn't find it. Anyway, keep me posted.

ChrisK

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4520 days ago

Arlene Carey posted a note for Christine that says:

I was glad to hear you are getting in some swimming and enjoying your stay in Maui. Think it is all going to take time before you feel up to par again, Chris. ...Read more

I was glad to hear you are getting in some swimming and enjoying your stay in Maui. Think it is all going to take time before you feel up to par again, Chris. Hope you aren't working too hard and are making sure you get enough rest. Look forward to hearing from you when you get home. "Hi" to Gord for me as well. Love, Arlene

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4527 days ago

Jim Jones posted a note for Christine that says:

Go Raiders go! Good luck with the game. Chris, you sure have been busy. 95% is certainly encouraging. Keep up the good work, Chris! Enjoy the ggod weather as ...Read more

Go Raiders go! Good luck with the game. Chris, you sure have been busy. 95% is certainly encouraging. Keep up the good work, Chris! Enjoy the ggod weather as you heal!

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4527 days ago

jeff o posted a note for Christine that says:

Chris, soak up some extra sun for me. Enjoy Hawaii and keep healing!

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4532 days ago

Leslie Holtzclaw posted a note for Christine that says:

Christine, Glad you are doing so well! I too have the same soreness and a raw feeling on my skin. I'm almost 4 weeks post-op. Have a wonderful and relaxing ...Read more

Christine, Glad you are doing so well! I too have the same soreness and a raw feeling on my skin. I'm almost 4 weeks post-op. Have a wonderful and relaxing trip to Hawaii! We were in Maui about a year ago and can't wait to go back. Take Care! Leslie

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4550 days ago

Phyllis posted a note for Christine that says:

So good to hear you are doing so well. Have a good trip.

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4550 days ago

Dan Sinclair posted a note for Christine that says:

And you have to go to Mamas Fish House!

Christine Klinegot a new guestbook post

4550 days ago

Dan Sinclair posted a note for Christine that says:

Christine, Congratulations on your 12 week! I sincerely wish you a great time in Maui I know for a fact you will have a wonderful time, what a great place to ...Read more

Christine, Congratulations on your 12 week! I sincerely wish you a great time in Maui I know for a fact you will have a wonderful time, what a great place to continue your recovery. 4-1/2 weeks will put you in a fully recovered better than before mode, and yes I am jealous, I only got to stay there for 7 days. Malama Pono!

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4550 days ago

Jim Jones posted a note for Christine that says:

You're killing me Chris! What is it with HVJ folks and Maui??? You, Dan, then you! Next Ernie will be there! On a serious note, so glad you are continuing to ...Read more

You're killing me Chris! What is it with HVJ folks and Maui??? You, Dan, then you! Next Ernie will be there! On a serious note, so glad you are continuing to heal. We too enjoyed seeing the little children last night for Halloween. Safe travels and full healing!

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4555 days ago

jjones@firstwellesley.com posted a note for Christine that says:

Hey Chris: "You are doing great!" It is so good to hear those words. I look forward to the day when all the irritating and annoying things are finally gone ...Read more

Hey Chris: "You are doing great!" It is so good to hear those words. I look forward to the day when all the irritating and annoying things are finally gone for you. That will be a great day indeed. It does take some time it seems for the body to fully recover. We need a magic wand to speed things up for sure. But, I am so glad to hear how well you are doing. Keep it up. Best.

Christine Kline Thanks Jim:It is reassuring to hear the positive comments from HVJrs like you.
Today, so far, my ches ... Read more

Christine Kline Thanks Jim:It is reassuring to hear the positive comments from HVJrs like you.
Today, so far, my chest has been feeling good--not much prickling. Thre is hope!!!!
Maybe it wasn't the magic wand, but the magic comments from everyone!!
Good luck with your surgery on Nov. 5th.

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4557 days ago

Ernie A.S. posted a note for Christine that says:

A couple of shots of tequila and you won't even feel the prickly chafing! :) You're doing great.

Christine Kline Ok ok--I will try tequila tonight instead of the gin!!!!

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4557 days ago

Linda H and Elsie posted a note for Christine that says:

Hi Chris, Good to hear from you. Your doctor is right, I am 13 months out now and still have that prickly pain you mentioned. Its usually not all that bad just ...Read more

Hi Chris, Good to hear from you. Your doctor is right, I am 13 months out now and still have that prickly pain you mentioned. Its usually not all that bad just annoying. It is all on the right side of my incision. So last night I tried not to sleep on my right side, today was great. I think it helped and I have started wearing my bran to bed again and I think that has helped to. So I hope you are lucky and get rid of it real soon. My daughter who had surgery 4 1/2 years ago said occasionally she will get a little pain even now, but it doesn't last. So you take care enjoy rehab.

Christine Kline Thanks Linda:
Your experience is so helpful for me.
It is reassuring that it becomes annoying rather ... Read more

Christine Kline Thanks Linda:
Your experience is so helpful for me.
It is reassuring that it becomes annoying rather than painful. I can sleep on my left side, but it is still too sore on my right. My friend is a nurse and she reminded me that, during the surgery they peel back the top layer of your chest and use clamps to hold them open while they work on your heart. No wonder it is sore for some time after. And that sure can affect all those nerves.
I too tried wearing my bra to bed one night. I think I will try it again.

From my Elsie #2 to your Elsie #1

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4557 days ago

Phyllis Scrimgeour posted a note for Christine that says:

So pleased to hear that you are doing so well. Even though you think it seems a slow recovery, it is a process that takes the time it takes. Isn't it a miracle ...Read more

So pleased to hear that you are doing so well. Even though you think it seems a slow recovery, it is a process that takes the time it takes. Isn't it a miracle that"Elsie's" even exist. Thanks for visiting my dad. Love, Phyllis

Christine Kline Thanks Phyllis:
Glad that Arlene, Gord and I were able to visit Uncle Ron before we head off to Maui ... Read more

Christine Kline Thanks Phyllis:
Glad that Arlene, Gord and I were able to visit Uncle Ron before we head off to Maui again.
What a good idea to have visitors note their visit on his calendar. I know with the dementia that it isn't easy for him to remember everything. In spite of it all, he is looking incredibly good at 103!!!

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4563 days ago

Ernie A.S. posted a note for Christine that says:

You are paving the road ahead of us for those of us behind you on the recovery train. keep smiling, and keep up the good work.

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4563 days ago

Joe posted a note for Christine that says:

Hi Christine, Happy Thanksgiving! I lived in the Buffalo area a few years ago and one year celebrated with a Canadian friend. That year I had 2 Thanksgivings ...Read more

Hi Christine, Happy Thanksgiving! I lived in the Buffalo area a few years ago and one year celebrated with a Canadian friend. That year I had 2 Thanksgivings and believe that is the way it should always be. Isn't rehab great? I too em enjoying it. The chest pain turns to discomfort and little by little you feel it less and less. So keep up the rehab and activity and remember to enjoy life every day. You are doing great!!!

Christine Klinegot a new guestbook post

4563 days ago

Jim Jones posted a note for Christine that says:

Hey Chris: Good morning to you. So glad to read your post. I understand the feeling of wanting more progress and hope in the next several weeks you close in ...Read more

Hey Chris: Good morning to you. So glad to read your post. I understand the feeling of wanting more progress and hope in the next several weeks you close in on the remaining 10%. After that, I expect you have more gains that will have you in a place even better than your pre-surgery condition. On a lighter note, you have beat the pants off of us in the US. We STILL haven't celebrated Thanksgiving. Yeah, I know, I don't get it either! Have a great weekend. Best.

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4571 days ago

Linda H and Elsie posted a note for Christine that says:

Hi Chris, Happy Birthday, and Happy Rehab. I really did enjoy rehab in fact I miss it. You can just see yourself improve each time. Dinner sounded wonderful ...Read more

Hi Chris, Happy Birthday, and Happy Rehab. I really did enjoy rehab in fact I miss it. You can just see yourself improve each time. Dinner sounded wonderful too and well deserved. You and Elsie enjoy. Until later.

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4573 days ago

Jim Jones posted a note for Christine that says:

Well Chris: Happy birthday to you! So glad you were able to have a celebration (and refuel after your exercise.) And congrats on your first day of rehab. Hope ...Read more

Well Chris: Happy birthday to you! So glad you were able to have a celebration (and refuel after your exercise.) And congrats on your first day of rehab. Hope you have a great day today. All the best.