Lori's Guestbook

Bill Hendrickson posted a note for Lori that says: Glad to know you're making progress,great news.

Suzanne Hastings posted a note for Lori that says: Hello.this is Lori's sister. Just wanted to update Lori's progress because this site has been a wealth of information and support to Lori and her family. Lori's surgery took 5 hours and the surgeon was able to successfully repair her mitral valve and perform the ablation procedure for the A-fib. She went to CCU and the entubation tube was removed 6 hours after surgery. Today she was taken off the morphine and on a different pain medication. She able to sit in the recliner for 3 hours and has started using the spirometer. Aside from a little nausea she is doing well. We thank everyone for your prayers and well wishes.

John Noriega posted a note for Lori that says: Prayers being sent your way Lori. Onward & Upward!

Suzanne posted a note for Lori that says: Tonight I whispered your name in God’s ear and asked He send an angel or two to be near you and hold your hand. I prayed that God be by your side and watch over you. I asked that He rain favor upon you and keep you safe. Know that I love you and that you are in my heart and prayers.

Terrie Syvertsen posted a note for Lori that says: Lori-Prayers for a smooth successful surgery for you tomorrow and know you have the support and prayers from many people who will be here for you now and as you enter your recovery period to follow your journey forward. Be confident in your surgeon and his team who will help you get to the other side of this and back into a healthier place. Hope you have a good evening tonight and manage to get some sleep.

Ben Schraegle posted a note for Lori that says: Lori-Best wishes for a successful surgery, outcome and recovery! God will hold you in his hand and you'll do great-our prayers are with you! Regards, Ben

Tammy Pilcher posted a note for Lori that says: Lori, I'll be praying for you tomorrow! I know you are ready for this and you will be back on here in no time helping others facing surgery. God bless you! Isaiah 41:13

Diane Budday posted a note for Lori that says: Hi Lori! I found you on this page after doing a search in the site you linked me to. I know you are scared...a little bit of fear is good sometimes since it prompts you to do your research. You are such a smart lady and I'm sure you've found a great surgeon to do this repair. In a couple days you will be posting news that will help the next person in queue for surgery. It's nice to see all the positive posts as I'm sure that makes you feel better about what lies ahead. The 'unknown' is always scarier than the 'known'. I love you and will be thinking about you on surgery day!

Steven A Husted posted a note for Lori that says: YES LORI A BIG HELP FOR ME WAS READING ALL THE JOURNALS THAT SAID IT WAS NOT AS BAD AS THEY THOUGHT IT WAS GOING TO BE AND NOW I AM ON THE OTHER SIDE AND TOTALLY AGREE IT WAS NOT AS BAD AS I THOUGHT IT WAS GOING TO BE YOU ARE GOING TO DO FINE I AM 147 DAYS OUT AND DOING GREAT ALL MY LOVE AND PRAYERS TO YOU AND YOUR FAMILY YOUR HEART BROTHER STEVE (POPEYE)

Karen Sievers posted a note for Lori that says: Lori, Best wishes and prayers for your surgery on Wednesday. Also wishing you a speedy recovery.

Lenore Mitchell posted a note for Lori that says: Hi Lori - I'm headed into surgery tomorrow and I'm also at peace with it. The waiting was definitely more challenging, but now I feel calmer then I expected. If you haven't already, try visualizing something relaxing ( guided imagery type process) and head into your surgery with confidence.

Phillip Schultz posted a note for Lori that says: Lori positive thoughts from us to you from Australia
Phillip and Helen Schultz

Michael Meyer posted a note for Lori that says: Lori:

I had mitral valve repair at the Cleveland Clinic in July of this with a terrific outcome. Spend your time researching/understanding the procedures and choosing the correct hospital and surgeon.