Gary Gorden
Diane, how wonderful to have your puppy back home with you!
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Diagnosis: Mitral Regurgitation
Member Since: October 22, 2022
Member Since: October 22, 2022
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Diane Pellowe
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3 years ago (February 11, 2023)
Seven weeks ago we brought our dog to the pet sitter knowing that we could not adequately care for her during my surgery and early recovery. Well, we got her home today! She was so excited and then promptly fell asleep.
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Ana Brusso
Oh she finally can relax 😊👍
Richard Munson
Nice to see.
Greg Lewis
Very nice! My wife's family has a history of keeping Shelties.
Robert Miller
Beautiful dog. Ours is going crazy when we are gone for just 5 minutes. He is only 45lb but I couldn't walk him for the first few weeks so my wife had to take care of him. He also has a playdate every week with a dog that is about... Read more.
Patsy Stewart
Oh, Diane, she's gorgeous! I'm so happy for you! Pets can fill a spot in our hearts that nobody else can.
Rose Madura
Glad your doggie is home with you now. The excitement wore her out! 😊
Kath Duggan
So happy for you. We are trying to figure out how to care for our pup when the time for surgery comes.
Robert Young
Contentness ……. If that's a word
Diane Pellowe
She's only 17 pounds but my husband has some disabilities and can't walk her. Plus, it's winter in Wisconsin. I'm still worried about falling when I'm out with her but just trying to be cautious.
Richard Munson
Treadmill candidate. You and the dog. Have husband make 2 plywood panels for sides of treadmill and dog will trot in place. Takes a little food training of course.
Diane Pellowe
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3 years ago (January 10, 2023)
Hello, my surgery was 12/23. My mitral valve leaflets were too thick for a solid repair, so after 30 minutes of trying, my wonderful surgeon, Saturo Osaki, at University of WI Hospital did a mechanical valve replacement. He is a super caring guy and came to see me 1-2 times... Read more.
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You look very good! So glad you are on the mend. I had many incidents of Afib and Aflutter and know how you feel. Hopefully it is gone for good. Praying you make continuous improvement.
Congrats! So glad those "hiccups" are over. And what a caring surgeon to visit you that often.
You look great Diane!! What a journey you have been through ! So glad you are home and on the mend!!❤️
So glad you are home now and on the mend. I agree you look really good! ❤️
Looking great, Diane! That is one happy smile 😀 I am very happy everything turned out fine. I see myself in your place in the future...it is inevitable reality for me :)
What a great picture and your little sloth friend is adorable!! Glad to hear you're feeling better and like the sloth take your time and rest!
Great smile Diane. Sorry you had to go through all those hiccups but grateful you are doing well. Agree with my hvs goddaughter that you had a very caring surgeon, go Saturo! Continued good health and God bless you.
What a beautiful smile!! ! I'm happy to hear you're home and you are feeling better!!!
So so happy to see your post and love your photo - you look great! It's so helpful to see and hear how you are as I'm still on the anxious side of waiting for surgery. Mine is January 24th for an Avr. Even with the extra issues, you seem... Read more.
That sloth around my neck is one of those things you warm up in the microwave. Great for stiff neck when your movement is limited!
You're looking super! And you came home on the 12th day of Christmas - a gift for your family and loved ones for sure!
You're looking super! And you came home on the 12th day of Christmas - a gift for your family and loved ones for sure!
Diane Pellowe
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3 years ago (December 25, 2022)
Well, I'm alive! This is the hardest thing I've ever done, but I think today will be better. Yesterday brought nasty pain and A Fib but they've gotten a handle on it, thank you for all the support and merry Xmas!
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Looking good! Welcome to recovery!
Merry Christmas Diane! I'm so glad to see you are well enough to post this great picture. I hope today is a much better day for you. You will improve everyday!❤️
Way to go Diane! Step by step! Great to hear the AFib has been resolved. Happy Holidays!!! 👍❤️😊
Merry Christmas, Diane! Thrilled to see you looking so well! Take it one day at a time. Welcome to recovery!❤️
Congrats and thanks so much for posting a photo and about your surgery. My surgery is scheduled for January 24th and seeing your post helps calm my nerves a bit. Keeping you in prayer - Merry Christmas
This is not easy. But you can do it. This amazing miracle is making you stronger than you ever knew you could be.
That heart in there is healing a bit more, every day.
Every time you take a step down, remember there are 2 steps up eventually! So don't... Read more.
Merry Christmas Diane, welcome to recovery. Take it easy on yourself and trust the process. God bless you 🙏
Looking good, Diane! Welcome to recovery. It's great that you are well enough to post a photo and comment. Every day will get a bit better. Grant yourself some grace and be patient. Merry Christmas!
Diane you are doing great! Keep fighting, think positive like you do, you are in good hands and soon it will all be behind you... Merry Christmas!
Your first 3 words are well, i'm alive. Very important but now you will be alive for a long time.
Welcome to recovery Diane. God bless you and Merry Christmas 🙏❤️🎄
Tim -I believe you posted the photo of the rock with Bible verse? I'm not familiar with this verse, and it's so appropriate! I took a screen shot and will keep as part of my daily affirmations. My aortic valve replacement is scheduled for January 24th. As a Christian l... Read more.
Welcome to recovery Diane! Now it's time to listen to your body, nap when you need to and do what the doctors say. Godspeed!
Happy holidays folks! Nice to see you Diane in recovery. Trust the process, have faith and yes you are alive! That was also my words when I woke up after almost 20 hrs of sleep after open heart surgery. Be patient to yourself, God is good.
Amy, I found the photo with the rock this morning. I had not seen that one before, either. But I love it!
We all fear, and then feel comforted through the word.
I will be here, and will be praying for your team!
Blessings to you! You have a great attitude and grace for all of the tough parts. I pray for you!
Diane you look fabulous! Hang in there!! Baby steps! I had my aortic valve replaced on Dec. 20th and went home yesterday - best Christmas present ever!!A few ups and downs during the hospital stay but have confidence in your team - they are amazing and know how to handle... Read more.
Thank you all for such kind words!!
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