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Diagnosis: Bicuspid Aortic Valve, Aortic Aneurysm

Member Since: August 13, 2022

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Danielle Elizabeth added photos to a journal post

3 years ago (May 19, 2023)

Yesterday was my 1 year Heartiversary. I wore this shirt to work that was from an AHA fundraiser. I celebrated being able to do the basic things I was unable to do a year ago. The last 12 months were a journey and challenging but not impossible. Sending out well... Read more.

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Valerie Allen

3 years ago (May 19, 2023)

Thank you! I am glad to hear you are continuing to improve. Appreciate the good wishes to those of us still looking ahead to surgery.

Allen Carkner

3 years ago (May 19, 2023)

Sounds like you've had quite the journey. I hope you continue to get closer to feeling some sense of normalcy. It seems like you have a good attitude about this stuff. That's not always easy.

Ana Brusso

3 years ago (May 19, 2023)

Hello Danielle and congratulations on your anniversary. You have gone through a lot and glad you are feeling well and doing great. Say hello to your dad. God bless you

Rose Madura

3 years ago (May 19, 2023)

Happy anniversary! Glad all is well.

Andrew Dial

3 years ago (May 19, 2023)

Wonderful! 🙏🏼

DeLois Tweedy

3 years ago (May 20, 2023)

Happy anniversary! So glad you are feeling well and pray it continues. I like your shirt!

Marie Myers

3 years ago (May 20, 2023)

Happy Valve-Versary!!

Klara Čičić

3 years ago (May 20, 2023)

Oh my God already!! Happy anniversary our dear, brave, smart and beautiful Danielle! ❤️

Susan Lynn

3 years ago (May 20, 2023)

Happy Anniversary!! ❤️

Katherine Jensen

3 years ago (May 20, 2023)

Love that shirt! Congrats on your anniversary..I hope to be saying the same thing a year from now.

Danielle Elizabeth

3 years ago (May 20, 2023)

Thank you everyone!! It was just another normal day which is all I can ask for!

Leona Resch

3 years ago (May 20, 2023)

So happy for you!! I'm 5 months post op today and just went back on this site to see how everyone is doing! So happy you are feeling g well! I'm trying to do so many things gs I did before but still get tired . Not feeling g quite... Read more.

Grace Mason

3 years ago (May 20, 2023)

Congrats Danielle!

Timothy Andre

3 years ago (May 21, 2023)

Happy one year Danielle!!

Danielle Elizabeth added photos to a journal post

3 years ago (February 16, 2023)

Everything went great at my Cardiology appointment! I gave my ACHD cardiologist a painting I did (in anticipation to a trip to Thailand a few years back) as a gift, with a thank you card. I feel so grateful that my CT and Echo resulted normal for being 9 mos... Read more.

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Donna Casaletto

3 years ago (February 16, 2023)

Such great news👏🥰‼️Love your painting too!!!

Jonette Kruk

3 years ago (February 16, 2023)

Congratulations and awesome news Danielle! Your painting is beautiful!

Marie Myers

3 years ago (February 16, 2023)

Beautiful work!

Klara Čičić

3 years ago (February 16, 2023)

Wow Danielle, I would definitely hang this on my wall! Well done! And I am glad everything is fine.

Adam Pick

3 years ago (February 16, 2023)

Double Awesomeness! One awesomeness for your heart! And, another awesomeness for your painting! 👍👍

Danielle Elizabeth

3 years ago (February 16, 2023)

Thanks everyone!! ❤️

Rose Madura

3 years ago (February 16, 2023)

Danielle you are very talented! Glad all is well.

Grace Mason

3 years ago (February 17, 2023)

Beautiful painting! My mom paints and I admire those with that talent. So glad to know your recovery is continuing well 👍

Susan Lynn

3 years ago (February 17, 2023)

Beautiful! What a lovely gift! ❤️

Danielle Elizabeth added photos to a journal post

3 years ago (February 9, 2023)

I am finally using the bands from Cardiac Rehab at home and an elliptical. I still struggle with opening heavy doors and push-ups but I think I need to push myself to get back to where I was prior to surgery. This photo is from last week when I actually... Read more.

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Patsy Stewart

3 years ago (February 9, 2023)

You look fabulous, Danielle! I love your hair! I'm so happy that you are feeling better. I remember how rough it was for you mentally and physically and I'm so glad you had the strength to make such an awesome comeback! Go, Danielle!!!~❤️

Danielle Elizabeth

3 years ago (February 9, 2023)

Thank you so much Patsy! Yes everything is turning around and I'm finally starting to move past this medically pause in my life. This page has been so supportive!

Klara Čičić

3 years ago (February 9, 2023)

Danielle, so at 4 months post-op, I still have time... :)) your story gives me hope!

Danielle Elizabeth

3 years ago (February 9, 2023)

Thank you Klara! The recovery has been so slow, but now I'm feeling about 95% back to my normal self!

Robert Stebbins

3 years ago (February 9, 2023)

Thanks for the encouraging update. I'm struggling with motivation myself right now and wondering what comes next. The constant pain and sleep deprivation are weighing heavily on my mind.

Rose Madura

3 years ago (February 9, 2023)

So happy that you turned the corner emotionally and physically. Congratulations.👍

Deena Z

3 years ago (February 10, 2023)

Finally, yes! You turned the corner! You look fabulous.

Leona Resch

3 years ago (February 10, 2023)

Wow Danielle!! You look amazing g!! Thanks for posting! I am 7 1/2 weeks post op and walking 2+ miles a day but there are days I amSo exhausted and need to push myself / those days are so discouraging but seeing you now and what you felt like previously... Read more.

Susan Lynn

3 years ago (February 10, 2023)

Danielle - You and your hair look spectacular! The exhaustion associated with heart surgery is unforgettable, but it definitely gets better. Glad you're doing so well. ❤️

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