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Shelly Hubbardgot a new guestbook post

592 days ago

Richard Munson posted a note for Shelly that says:

Nice to hear you are doing well. Passed on news to shadow. You are invited over to chase the ball with him anytime

Shelly Hubbard ahhh Shadow...my buddy!!

Shelly Hubbardgot a new guestbook post

594 days ago

Mike Sparr posted a note for Shelly that says:

Hi Shelly, I hope you're doing well these days. I'm also being seen at Mayo in Rochester and looking into the same surgeon as you. Are you happy ...Read more

Hi Shelly, I hope you're doing well these days. I'm also being seen at Mayo in Rochester and looking into the same surgeon as you. Are you happy with the results and experience with him?

Shelly Hubbardgot a new guestbook post

748 days ago

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Valerie Allen posted a note for Shelly that says:

Shelly, how are you doing now? Have things smoothed out for you some?

Shelly Hubbard Hi Valerie I am 2 months out still have some pain under my ribs but starting to feel better. I am sch ... Read more

Shelly Hubbard Hi Valerie I am 2 months out still have some pain under my ribs but starting to feel better. I am scheduled to go back to work July 10 so hoping one more month I will be good. Just seems I want to do more and my body says slow down.

Valerie Allen I hope this next month will bring accelerated relief!

Shelly Hubbardgot a new guestbook post

758 days ago

Richard Munson posted a note for Shelly that says:

You remind me of a horrible doggie moment ages ago, think it was our beloved nikita who got in the trash and pulled out a tomato soup can with the cover almost ...Read more

You remind me of a horrible doggie moment ages ago, think it was our beloved nikita who got in the trash and pulled out a tomato soup can with the cover almost off from the can opener. He slashed his tongue way down near his throat and was bleeding like a faucet. Weekend of course. We tried direct pressure with a wash cloth , nancy holding his mouth open, me on the cloth. Took about 20 minutes to stop gushing blood while he thrashed around fighting us every minute. At the end we all collapsed on the floor from exhaustion.

Shelly Hubbard Oh that is awful poor baby. They don't realize how hurt they can get. Their noses are so strong and s ... Read more

Shelly Hubbard Oh that is awful poor baby. They don't realize how hurt they can get. Their noses are so strong and sniff out the food.

Richard Munson It was a nasty day. After we stemmed the bleeding he proceeded to throw up the remains of the tomato ... Read more

Richard Munson It was a nasty day. After we stemmed the bleeding he proceeded to throw up the remains of the tomato soup and blood of course all over the rug. Took a lifetime to clean it up and then he threw up again in the same place. One of those moments in time we look back on and chuckle. Not funny at the time of course.

Shelly Hubbardgot a new guestbook post

800 days ago

Erin Feaker posted a note for Shelly that says:

You are home? That’s great news!! Relax and don’t overdo!!

Shelly Hubbard hi Erin yes I am home yesteeday. 8 days had blood transfusions a few bumps takiing it easy

Erin Feaker Yes take it easy!!! I’ll check in with you another time!

Shelly Hubbardgot a new guestbook post

800 days ago

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Richard Munson posted a note for Shelly that says:

Shelly, this is the answer to a good nights sleep. My 2 babies on the blow up mattress. Is nancy a trooper or what. Great you are home. Now you need to relax ...Read more

Shelly, this is the answer to a good nights sleep. My 2 babies on the blow up mattress. Is nancy a trooper or what. Great you are home. Now you need to relax and go with the flow.

Kath Duggan Nancy is the epitomy of a loving dog “ mom”….hope they both had a comfy night❤️

Richard Munson I know one did

Shelly Hubbard Thank you Richard I will relax. Thinking of Shadow! My surgery partner

Richard Munson Relax mentally but do your walking exercises to build up. Your heart has taken a hit and needs to reb ... Read more

Richard Munson Relax mentally but do your walking exercises to build up. Your heart has taken a hit and needs to rebuild itself.

Shelly Hubbardgot a new guestbook post

803 days ago

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Erin Feaker posted a note for Shelly that says:

Thinking of you and hoping you are doing well!

Shelly Hubbard Hi all still in hospital getting stronger finally got wifi 6 days!

Richard Munson Wonderful to hear, shadow send his best from the recuperation ward.

Ana Brusso Congratulations and continued good health .

Erin Feaker Good news! Continued strength and healing!

Shelly Hubbard Thank you Shadow! Had blood trransfusioion hope it helps

Erin Feaker I assume it will and you will be better soon! 🙏

Richard Munson Good thoughts and prayers heading in your direction.

Shelly Hubbardgot a new guestbook post

807 days ago

Richard Munson posted a note for Shelly that says:

Hope your surgery went well and you are wearing your cone. It only gets better from here.

Shelly Hubbardgot a new guestbook post

808 days ago

Cheryl Bast posted a note for Shelly that says:

The big day is here... praying for you 🙏 and ❤️

Shelly Hubbardgot a new guestbook post

808 days ago

Kimberly Eisenhut posted a note for Shelly that says:

Sending well wishes and prayers for you today and lots of love and hugs!!!

Shelly Hubbardgot a new guestbook post

808 days ago

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Patsy Stewart posted a note for Shelly that says:

Sending hugs and prayers your way tonight. There’s one who can and will go with you tomorrow. He’ll be guiding your heart surgery team every step of the ...Read more

Sending hugs and prayers your way tonight. There’s one who can and will go with you tomorrow. He’ll be guiding your heart surgery team every step of the way. He’s also there to comfort you and give you peace that nobody else can give. You can do this! ~❤️

Shelly Hubbardgot a new guestbook post

808 days ago

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Susan Lynn posted a note for Shelly that says:

Sending positive thoughts and prayers your way, tomorrow! We're cheering for you Shelly!

Shelly Hubbardgot a new guestbook post

808 days ago

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Erin Feaker posted a note for Shelly that says:

Thinking of you as you prepare to begin your new life and celebrate a new “ birthday”. I learned that no matter what I was worried about my imagination ...Read more

Thinking of you as you prepare to begin your new life and celebrate a new “ birthday”. I learned that no matter what I was worried about my imagination made it 10x worse than what the reality was. You got this!!! You have a great surgeon and team who will guide you through. Praying for your uneventful surgery and smooth recovery. 🙏 ❤️‍🩹🙏

Shelly Hubbard Erin thank you. In tears reading your note. Yes the worry but helped that you said the worrying is 10 ... Read more

Shelly Hubbard Erin thank you. In tears reading your note. Yes the worry but helped that you said the worrying is 10x worse. That helped. Thank you so much for all your support. I will let everyone know how it went when I can.

Erin Feaker

Shelly Hubbardgot a new guestbook post

809 days ago

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Richard Munson posted a note for Shelly that says:

Monday is the start of your new life, looking forward to hearing how it all goes. God bless you.

Shelly Hubbard Thank you Richard. Thinking of Shadow too. Hope that goes smoothly. Love fur babies! God will be with ... Read more

Shelly Hubbard Thank you Richard. Thinking of Shadow too. Hope that goes smoothly. Love fur babies! God will be with us both!

Shelly Hubbardgot a new guestbook post

809 days ago

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Ruth joy posted a note for Shelly that says:

Hi Shelly ,
Wishing you good luck for your surgery tomorrow .

DeLois Tweedy Praying for you for your surgery tomorrow. When able, keep us posted on how it goes. Blessings!

Shelly Hubbard Thank you Ruth and DeLois.

Rhodie Jacobson Blessings to you!

Rose Madura Best wishes for a successful surgery and an uneventful recovery!

Shelly Hubbardgot a new guestbook post

809 days ago

Rose Madura reacted to this

Veronica Mayo posted a note for Shelly that says:

Shelly, you are in my prayers for a successful surgery tomorrow which I know it will be.

Shelly Hubbard Thank you Veronica also thinking of you for Tuesday. How are you doing?

Shelly Hubbardgot a new guestbook post

809 days ago

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Ana Brusso posted a note for Shelly that says:

Lifting you up in prayer for a successful surgery tomorrow and a smooth recovery. God bless you Shelly. 🙏❤️

Shelly Hubbard Thank you Ana

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810 days ago

Pamela Rubino reacted to this

Dave Raynor posted a note for Shelly that says:

Dear Shelly, Your fear is understandable and warranted. However, the skilled surgeons who perform these procedures are nothing short of miracle workers. On ...Read more

Dear Shelly, Your fear is understandable and warranted. However, the skilled surgeons who perform these procedures are nothing short of miracle workers. On October 28th 2020 I had a 7 hour surgery here in Portland Oregon to replace 3cm of my aortic root and also had a new Edwards Life Sciences aortic valve replaced. The surgery went well and I have recovered perfectly as I know you will. Let us all know how this all works out for you. Sincerely, Dave Raynor

Shelly Hubbard Thank you Dave. I appreciate your story. Helps me so much. I will let you know when I am through thi ... Read more

Shelly Hubbard Thank you Dave. I appreciate your story. Helps me so much. I will let you know when I am through this.

Annette Sterzel Dear Shelly, 7 weeks ago I had my Mitral valve replaced, tricuspid valve repaired and a maze procedur ... Read more

Annette Sterzel Dear Shelly, 7 weeks ago I had my Mitral valve replaced, tricuspid valve repaired and a maze procedure. Before my surgery I knew for 5 months before and I worried everyday as I never had surgery before. It was all I thought about. I prepared for the surgery for weeks. My family? Close friends and prayers got me through. For me the hardest part was being wheeled to operating room once there I don’t remember a thing next thing you know they are waking you up. Sending positive thoughts and prayers your way. 🙏

Shelly Hubbard Annette appreciate your story. The worry has been eating me up. The stress so your post is helpful. ... Read more

Shelly Hubbard Annette appreciate your story. The worry has been eating me up. The stress so your post is helpful.

Shelly Hubbardgot a new guestbook post

811 days ago

Erin Feaker posted a note for Shelly that says:

Thinking of you! Try to focus on your family this weekend and enjoy.

Shelly Hubbard Thank you Erin. I have preop appts tomorrow morning. Then two days and it will be here.

Erin Feaker

Shelly Hubbardgot a new guestbook post

812 days ago

Rhodie Jacobson reacted to this

Grace Mason posted a note for Shelly that says:

Thinking of you. Sending prayers for your upcoming surgery

Richard Munson Good luck monday the 10th. Both shelly and shadow having surgery the same day. A two fer. Post surger ... Read more

Richard Munson Good luck monday the 10th. Both shelly and shadow having surgery the same day. A two fer. Post surgery can be stressful for the caregivers as well as the patient. At least with the human side you can say shut up and take your pills but trying to keep a very high energy puppy quiet for a week or more will be a test. So shelly, best of luck monday, take your meds, wear your cone and no jumping on the couch for a couple of weeks. Its a roller coaster ride but worth it for a longer life.

Shelly Hubbard Thank you Richard keep us posted on how Shadow does. I will wear my cone haha! I have 2 dogs who are ... Read more

Shelly Hubbard Thank you Richard keep us posted on how Shadow does. I will wear my cone haha! I have 2 dogs who are my babies so can relate.

Shelly Hubbard Thank you Grace

Richard Munson You will be in my thoughts for sure but my focus of course will be getting my little guy home safe an ... Read more

Richard Munson You will be in my thoughts for sure but my focus of course will be getting my little guy home safe and sound. Monday night will be tough on you and him but it gets better as the days go by. I found that once they took the chest tubes out, life got better. Some simple things like drinking a lot of water, using the little deep breathing apparatus they give you and coughing out the ugly stuff using the pillow of course works miracles. My first cough was without the pillow. Omg. The more you help yourself the better. Also don’t go home too quick if you don’t feel you are ready. Like most hospitals they want to fill the bed chop chop.

DeLois Tweedy Praying for you, Shelly. Well wishes for your surgery, and when the valve is fixed, you will feel so ... Read more

DeLois Tweedy Praying for you, Shelly. Well wishes for your surgery, and when the valve is fixed, you will feel so much better.

Shelly Hubbard thanks Richard for the wonderful advice. And thank you DeLois for the well wishes. Seems I do not thi ... Read more

Shelly Hubbard thanks Richard for the wonderful advice. And thank you DeLois for the well wishes. Seems I do not think I have any symptoms but maybe I just dont realize it. The numbers after 2 years do not lie. Everything progressed to severe.

Kristine Schroeder Good Luck on Monday. Enjoy the weekend and before you know it you will be on the recovery side.

Shelly Hubbard Thank you Kristine

Greg Lewis My wife and I will pray for you now. Talk to God on Monday. It will calm you. Ask him for his streng ... Read more

Greg Lewis My wife and I will pray for you now. Talk to God on Monday. It will calm you. Ask him for his strength, and peace. It will all be fine.

Shelly Hubbardgot a new guestbook post

813 days ago

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Cheryl Vaughan posted a note for Shelly that says:

Hi Shelly, I am one year post op from open heart surgery due to being born with a bi cuspid aortic valve that caused severe stenosis. I recovered a lot... Read more

Hi Shelly, I am one year post op from open heart surgery due to being born with a bi cuspid aortic valve that caused severe stenosis. I recovered a lot quicker than I thought. Don't get me wrong, you will be very weak and sore for awhile but you will do fine. During recovery listen to your body and don't try to over do it. Prayers for you. 🙏🙏

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Shelly Hubbard Thank you Cheryl a few days out and nerves are really getting to me. I appreciate your encouragement. ... Read more

Shelly Hubbard Thank you Cheryl a few days out and nerves are really getting to me. I appreciate your encouragement.

Cheryl Bast You are in good hands there at Mayo. We all have concerns and trepidation before something so major. ... Read more

Cheryl Bast You are in good hands there at Mayo. We all have concerns and trepidation before something so major. I find comfort in the Psalms. I'm praying for you 🙏.

Cheryl Vaughan You are welcome! ❤️

Shelly Hubbardgot a new guestbook post

814 days ago

Erin Feaker posted a note for Shelly that says:

Hello Shelly, Just wanted to check in and let you know how amazing the team is at Mayo. You will be in the best hands with them! My surgery there went great ...Read more

Hello Shelly, Just wanted to check in and let you know how amazing the team is at Mayo. You will be in the best hands with them! My surgery there went great and pretty uneventful. It is scary but know that it is done very frequently and they know what they are doing. I was released in six days and am feeling very well now. Tomorrow will be 4 weeks. If you have any questions feel free to ask me…. I’ll do my best to answer. Are you doing mechanical valve, pig/cow or are they able to repair?

Shelly Hubbard Erin I have been waiting to hear from you. Thank you so much for reaching out. I am doing onyx mechan ... Read more

Shelly Hubbard Erin I have been waiting to hear from you. Thank you so much for reaching out. I am doing onyx mechanical what did you have?

Erin Feaker Same. I’m very comfortable with it and I can tell you the sound of my heartbeat is a non issue. I c ... Read more

Erin Feaker Same. I’m very comfortable with it and I can tell you the sound of my heartbeat is a non issue. I can hear it but it doesn’t bother me. Last Friday my INR was in range so that would have been week 3. Hopefully will be this Friday when I get checked again.

Shelly Hubbard Erin our stories are so similiar. Glad your inr is good.

Erin Feaker You are in my thoughts and prayers.

Shelly Hubbardgot a new guestbook post

815 days ago

Trygve Harris posted a note for Shelly that says:

Hi Shelly Yeah its terrifying but I believe it gets less so as the date nears. And remember that heart surgery is probably the most researched thing there ...Read more

Hi Shelly Yeah its terrifying but I believe it gets less so as the date nears. And remember that heart surgery is probably the most researched thing there is. They do tons of these (apparently over +200,000) a year.Personally I am thrilled with my doctors. I wish you well for a smooth and uneventful surgery

Shelly Hubbard Thank you Trygvue. The closer it gets I just get more nervous
. Doing a lot of meditation hypnosis ... Read more

Shelly Hubbard Thank you Trygvue. The closer it gets I just get more nervous
. Doing a lot of meditation hypnosis, imaginery, listening to music. Trying everything to calm my nerves. It is so hard.

Trygve Harris yes i agree. i got my surgery Thursday and am so pleased with my medical team and of course to have i ... Read more

Trygve Harris yes i agree. i got my surgery Thursday and am so pleased with my medical team and of course to have it now in the (recent) past. I think the worst part is the anticipatory dread. Whatever you can do to calm yourself is good, and soon you will wake up in recovery

Shelly Hubbardgot a new guestbook post

839 days ago

Grace Mason posted a note for Shelly that says:

Cake in your photo too! Sending well wishes for your upcoming surgery. I can relate to your current feelings. I am feeling the same. It is so nice to... Read more

Cake in your photo too! Sending well wishes for your upcoming surgery. I can relate to your current feelings. I am feeling the same. It is so nice to have this community to lean on, learn from.

Shelly Hubbard Thank you Grace. It came up so fast. You are getting more opinions?

Shelly Hubbard My oldest son was tested does not have it that is his daughter my granddaughter in the pic. My younge ... Read more

Shelly Hubbard My oldest son was tested does not have it that is his daughter my granddaughter in the pic. My youngest son has not been tested. I pray he does not have it.

Grace Mason Yes, more opinions. One the 30th, and I've been waiting (o the stress of waiting) to hear from sched... Read more

Grace Mason Yes, more opinions. One the 30th, and I've been waiting (o the stress of waiting) to hear from scheduling at Cleveland as Dr Roselli wants a new CT scan.
Beautiful granddaughter! Prayers your youngest son does not have either. My youngest had no abnormalities in his echo but he does have pectis excavatum, so I still worry about a mild form of connective tissue disease and I will be asking him to do follow up scans as he gets older. Hopefully no aneurysms in any of our progenies futures

Shelly Hubbardgot a new guestbook post

895 days ago

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Erin Feaker posted a note for Shelly that says:

On my way to Mayo this morning!!! Hoping for decent weather on the 2.5 hour drive!!!

Klara Čičić Good luck

Mark Buttell Was just there yesterday! Your in great hands!

Erin Feaker Made it there and back no issues. Next road trip Feb 27 for test on Feb 28 and surgery March 1.

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