Hello HVS Community: It has been quite some time since I last post but I do read the HVS monthly newsletter.
Here's some up-to-date info about me...
I'm ...Read more
Hello HVS Community: It has been quite some time since I last post but I do read the HVS monthly newsletter.
Here's some up-to-date info about me...
I'm 23 yrs + six months into my DHVR's (mitral & aortic), eight yrs. pacemaker, 16 yrs since being diagnosed with a-fib. Just recently I turned 70 yrs old and in excellent health... All by the grace of God and my motto, 'keep moving to keep moving.' Last year, my Cardiologist deemed it necessary for me to only come in for checkups once a year and not every six months.
I am sure that there are others doing as well, so let's hear from you!
Cheers to this website and thanks, Adam!!
Lilly Black That's great! Congratulations Carol! Been mostly doing ok....as long as I keep moving just as you sai ... Read more
Lilly Black That's great! Congratulations Carol! Been mostly doing ok....as long as I keep moving just as you said! Had blood pressure taken at the doctors, 111/63. No meds......lots of walking and healthy food! Once a year checkups as well! I will be 66 next month. Keep moving! Peace ✌️
D. Carol Moore Thanks Lilly. Glad that you are doing well. Wow, what a great BP (111/63) and no meds! I do take meds ... Read more
D. Carol Moore Thanks Lilly. Glad that you are doing well. Wow, what a great BP (111/63) and no meds! I do take meds (not a lot) and thank God for them.
One thing I know for sure is that I can't gamble w/my health so going an extra mile comes easy for me.
It's good to hear of other good reports.... Peace and love to you and I appreciate the response.
Lilly Black Yes I agree... thank God for meds when you need them
D. Carol Moore Have you heard from Elaine? I'm thinking that she no longer logs in to HVS Community. Be blessed and ... Read more
D. Carol Moore Have you heard from Elaine? I'm thinking that she no longer logs in to HVS Community. Be blessed and have a wonderful day!
Lilly Black No I have not heard back from Elaine. She doesn't visit very often so it seems . I will let you know ... Read more
Lilly Black No I have not heard back from Elaine. She doesn't visit very often so it seems . I will let you know if I can locate her....
Carol here (Birmingham, AL)... 67 years old and have been retired for twenty months. Having two mechanical heart valves (Mitral & Aortic) 20 years and six ...Read more
Carol here (Birmingham, AL)... 67 years old and have been retired for twenty months. Having two mechanical heart valves (Mitral & Aortic) 20 years and six months, a pacemaker (2009) and being diagnosed with A-Fib in 2001 does not hinder me from doing things that I enjoy. Life is good and I attribute all things to God who has sustained me with His grace and mercy all the days of my life. My exercise routine includes walking two miles 3 - 4 times a week + attending a fitness class twice weekly. For those of you just beginning this journey... DON'T GIVE UP, STAY STRONG AND ENDURE THE STORM!
Much love - Carol
Adam Pick Wow Carol! For all that you've been through, I am ab-sooooooo-lutely loving your attitude (and your w ... Read more
Adam Pick Wow Carol! For all that you've been through, I am ab-sooooooo-lutely loving your attitude (and your workout schedule!) :)
Elaine Foster Thanks Carol for the inspiring post! God is the strength of my heart and my portion forever!
D. Carol Moore Adam: Thank you so much for posting to my Journal, and for making it possible for us to connect onli ... Read more
D. Carol Moore Adam: Thank you so much for posting to my Journal, and for making it possible for us to connect online. What an excellent opportunity for us to encourage and inspire each other especially the new beginners on this journey. We all have a part to play in dealing with health challenges .... eating right, exercising (after checking with your physician), and so many other things.
Elaine: My pleasure! I am so happy to know that God is the strength of your life and portion forever. Same here!
Much Love - Carol
Elaine
A good attitude is important to daily living
Tammy Pilcher Thank you Carol for sharing your story. You are an inspiration to me as I wait for my surgery. Also ... Read more
Tammy Pilcher Thank you Carol for sharing your story. You are an inspiration to me as I wait for my surgery. Also, beautiful picture!
D. Carol Moore My pleasure, Tammy! I've had two open-heart surgeries and I am much better and stronger than ever, a ... Read more
D. Carol Moore My pleasure, Tammy! I've had two open-heart surgeries and I am much better and stronger than ever, and so will you be too. Be strong and of a courageous mindset. I pray for a speedy recovery.
Be sure and let us know the day.
Much Love - Carol
Adam Pick You said it Carol. You've inspired me to take a break from work and take 45 minutes to exercise. Than ... Read more
Adam Pick You said it Carol. You've inspired me to take a break from work and take 45 minutes to exercise. Thanks for the motivation!
D. Carol Moore You're welcome Mr. Pick! Remember to make it a lifestyle and you will see the rewards and benefits o ... Read more
D. Carol Moore You're welcome Mr. Pick! Remember to make it a lifestyle and you will see the rewards and benefits of exercising. I'm so pleased that you started this website. Actually, I googled heart valves and saw your website address. What a blessing for all of us.
Adam Pick Please, please call me Adam. Fyi, thanks to your inspiration, I had a great work-out today. I'm guess ... Read more
Adam Pick Please, please call me Adam. Fyi, thanks to your inspiration, I had a great work-out today. I'm guessing that I'm going to sleep like a baby tonight. So tired. :)
D. Carol Moore At your request, Adam. We are here to help each other and it is so pleasing to know that I inspired ... Read more
D. Carol Moore At your request, Adam. We are here to help each other and it is so pleasing to know that I inspired you to exercise (don't stop). After a period of consistent exercising, you'll have more energy to burn. Walking is an excellent exercise for the heart. My walking exercise is two miles 3 - 4 times a week and not 2 - 3 as stated. If you haven't been exercising, start off slowly and build yourself.
D. Carol Moore Everyone: "This is the day the Lord has made, let us rejoice and be glad in it." Psalm 118:24 .... ... Read more
D. Carol Moore Everyone: "This is the day the Lord has made, let us rejoice and be glad in it." Psalm 118:24 .... You can handle any adversity that comes your way. Remember that feeling miserable, fearful, etc. is an option. Rejoice and be a blessing to someone today.
D. Carol Moore Community: Happy Sunday
Hope that your day has been wonderful and full of joy!
... "be strong in The Lord and the power of His might." Eph. 6:10 Paraphrased, "Let yourselves constantly be strengthened by The Lord, more precisely, by His mighty power."
I am from: Birmingham, Alabama
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One thing I know for sure is that I can't gamble w/my health so going an extra mile comes easy for me.
It's good to hear of other good reports.... Peace and love to you and I appreciate the response.
Ok, please do and thanks much!