Carmen P Hi Valerie. I've been reading your journal and wanted to thank you. I'm having surgery similar to y ... Read more
Carmen P Hi Valerie. I've been reading your journal and wanted to thank you. I'm having surgery similar to yours and reading about your experience at the Cleveland Clinic and what to expect, was what I needed. When you stayed after your hospital release, did you have any trouble getting a hotel reservation. Since I have no idea when I can expect to be discharged. I can guess, but that would be if I have no issues after surgery. Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated.
Valerie Allen Carmen - I’ve tried writing in your guestbook a few times but for some reason it won’t post! Are ... Read more
Valerie Allen Carmen - I’ve tried writing in your guestbook a few times but for some reason it won’t post! Are you traveling with someone? Wanted to be sure to have a place to recover comfortably when discharged and before flying home, so I reserved 2 weeks at the hotel connected to the hospital, the Intercontinental. That’s longer than most but I’m retired and didn’t want to stress. My husband stayed there while I was in the hospital, then I moved over on Day 9. I believe you can cancel until a day before, so if I felt like leaving earlier we could just cancel. But didn’t. There are others hotels close by. If you are flying be sure to secure a wheelchair for the flight home. Made it sooooo much easier. Please ask if you have more questions. You will do well and they take excellent care of you!
Valerie Allen Oh, they have a patient rate so that helps a bit.
Carmen P Thanks Valerie. We visited CC in May for tests and to meet with Dr.Xu. After tests to verify the m ... Read more
Carmen P Thanks Valerie. We visited CC in May for tests and to meet with Dr.Xu. After tests to verify the measurements done here, I was scheduled for surgery. I had researched and made Dr. Roselli my choice before my cardiologist told me "it was time".
Sher Follett So glad you are doing great...your smiling face is so great to see!
Christine Maiorano You look fabulous!! Keep on smiling. I especially like your very chic CC hospital gown. Keep thinking ... Read more
Christine Maiorano You look fabulous!! Keep on smiling. I especially like your very chic CC hospital gown. Keep thinking of all the wonderful days you’ll have this summer. I’m 15 days post op, had a setback with afib BUT today my husband took me to Target! It’s the little things you appreciate. Sending hugs and wishing you a smooth recovery.😄
Angus Butler Way to go Valerie!! Praise God! You are such an inspiration with such a positive attitude and smile! ... Read more
Angus Butler Way to go Valerie!! Praise God! You are such an inspiration with such a positive attitude and smile! I’m so happy for you !!! Praying for a speedy recovery!
Richard Munson Your dog will miss you too, but when you arrive home, get ready for a love fest. They have a way of ... Read more
Richard Munson Your dog will miss you too, but when you arrive home, get ready for a love fest. They have a way of making you feel better.
Ana Brusso I’m praying for travel mercies for you Valerie and for your dog to be well while he waits for you t ... Read more
Ana Brusso I’m praying for travel mercies for you Valerie and for your dog to be well while he waits for you to comeback home. Blessings 🙏❤️
Nancy Bukowski You will be back home in no time Valerie to see that sweet face. I have three rescue dogs so I know ... Read more
Nancy Bukowski You will be back home in no time Valerie to see that sweet face. I have three rescue dogs so I know how you feel. Prayers to you.
Rose Madura God bless you Valerie. Your little dog will miss you but will be happy to see you when you return. ... Read more
Rose Madura God bless you Valerie. Your little dog will miss you but will be happy to see you when you return. Have a safe trip to Cleveland and a very successful surgery and recovery.👍
Klara Čičić It's hard, but you can do this!! Best of luck!
Valerie Allen Our dog was a rescue too…at 7 years of age. As you can tell, she’s right at home.
Dan S-otts Safe travels Valerie. You will be in great hands at CC. I was there 14 months ago this week for pre-o ... Read more
Dan S-otts Safe travels Valerie. You will be in great hands at CC. I was there 14 months ago this week for pre-op tests. I’m feeling fantastic today, and you will too in a few weeks. Take Good Care! 💔❤️🩹❤️
Pamela Gregory That was the hardest part for me! ended up being gone for a month but boy was it amazing to see each... Read more
Pamela Gregory That was the hardest part for me! ended up being gone for a month but boy was it amazing to see each other again!!!
Deena Z You have been a trooper with all your delays and the long wait for surgery, Valerie. I am thinking... Read more
Deena Z You have been a trooper with all your delays and the long wait for surgery, Valerie. I am thinking of you and praying for your successful surgery. Your best friend will be waiting for you, when you return home. You got this, V~!
Sue Maize Valerie! You will do great! I too will be praying for you and your cardiac team this week! Please upd ... Read more
Sue Maize Valerie! You will do great! I too will be praying for you and your cardiac team this week! Please update us when you can. Be at peace dear heart sister, you’re in good hands. And that is the sweetest face! Pooch will be so happy when mama’s home again! ❤️
Anna Ma She will miss you and give you the warmest welcome home when you return! Our dog was beyond excited w ... Read more
Anna Ma She will miss you and give you the warmest welcome home when you return! Our dog was beyond excited when we returned home.
Karen Hadden Valerie - you will do great!! You are in great care with Sr Roselli. I’ll be there on my follow ... Read more
Karen Hadden Valerie - you will do great!! You are in great care with Sr Roselli. I’ll be there on my follow up appointment so I will say extra prayers for you! Just remember, it’ll be uncomfortable, but you’ll be back home in no time.
I just realized my surgery will be exactly one week short of a year since I joined this group. What a long year of waiting. Many phases of waiting. Made immeasurably ...Read more
I just realized my surgery will be exactly one week short of a year since I joined this group. What a long year of waiting. Many phases of waiting. Made immeasurably better by this group. Adam, you have created something so needed and so helpful. Participants have been smart, courteous and so supportive on their own initiative. A great mix. ❤️
Valerie Allen Special thanks to Patty Miller for hours on the phone! 💕
Susan Lynn Looking wonderful, Valerie! We'll be cheering for you!!
Patricia Miller You are welcome! It has been a long road of waiting for you. You are so well prepared. Almost the ... Read more
Patricia Miller You are welcome! It has been a long road of waiting for you. You are so well prepared. Almost there. Everything is going to be ok. :)
Grace Mason Valerie you are never far from my thoughts. We joined this group a few weeks apart and I felt we were ... Read more
Grace Mason Valerie you are never far from my thoughts. We joined this group a few weeks apart and I felt we were probably experiencing similar emotions at the same period, being where we were in our journey. I will be cheering you on in your upcoming. You are looking great and ready in your new gear!
J Alexander Lassally Great picture and nice to see you. I now feel I know the face behind the friendly & kind person ! ... Read more
J Alexander Lassally Great picture and nice to see you. I now feel I know the face behind the friendly & kind person ! Enjoy that SC sun before the trek north...
Sue Maize Count yourself among that group of participants Valerie! I have so appreciated your thoughtful and of ... Read more
Sue Maize Count yourself among that group of participants Valerie! I have so appreciated your thoughtful and often thought-provoking posts! I’m enjoying following your journey! 🙏🏻💗