My surgery is Monday and I understand the wanting it to be over part. This is my 2nd surgery too, but the first was in 1964 to patch holes between the ventricles.
Good Luck, I know all will go well. I'll check your journal when I can, to see how your doing.
Dan P.
On November 9, 2011...
I just needed to tell you again how much I admire you. I wish we were closer in miles, but you are in my heart. I will pray for you and your family. I am thrilled to hear that your parents are all going to be with you. Wishing you strength and a very speedy recovery. Remember that you have a beautiful guardian angel who will be watching over you. Waiting for the surgery will be the hardest part. Love you so so much. xoxo, Brittany
Jamie McGuire Brit
I know my little guardian angel will be watching over me..that gives me much comfort. Thank you ... Read more
Jamie McGuire Brit
I know my little guardian angel will be watching over me..that gives me much comfort. Thank you for taking the time to write to me, it helps me so much! And thank you for being just like a big sister to me all these years. I love you!
On November 9, 2011...
Jamie,
I remember so clearly the first time you went through this. You we scared but brave. I couldn't believe that you had to face something so huge and be so young. You have endured the hardest events in your life and I admire your strength. You will make it through this too. I wish I could be there or do something to make it easier for you. I think about you everyday and I read all the wonderful things your family writes. You have great support and you deserve it. You are a sweetheart. I am proud to be friends with such a wonderful strong woman. I love you!! -Chelsey
Jamie McGuire Thank you Chelsey... Just by writing to me in this journal, you are helping me more then you know. I ... Read more
Jamie McGuire Thank you Chelsey... Just by writing to me in this journal, you are helping me more then you know. It's the next best thing since you can't be here with me..Thank you so much for all of your loving words..I love you more then you know...your my best friend and I'm so glad that I have had you in my life for..geez how long has it been..I can't even count the years. We have had so many experiences together and I look forward to having more...I remember the first time I had surgery, You were one of the first people I had to talk to..sitting on your front porch..pouring my heart out to you..I love you!! Thanks for always being there for me.
On November 9, 2011...
Jamie, you are as ready as you can be for this surgery all we need is to get it done....you have wonderful friends there in texas that have helped you and I am so appreciative of them. All of your friends here in Utah are aware of what is happening to you and you are in their thoughts and prayers also, With all of us praying and caring for you everything will turn out just as it should and soon this will be a memory in all our lives, and something we will give recognition to each year. I am so grateful for medical procedures that help us maintain our lives and go on, I am truly grateful for your surgeon who is going to fix what is wrong and make you better. I am grateful for you a special daughter, you give my life such joy. This is a month of thanks we as a family have so much to be grateful for, and our blessings will be fulfilled when your surgery is over and you are well. Stay strong the next few days, keep busy, we will be there soon and then it will be over know that I love you with all my heart
Mom
Jamie McGuire Thank you!!!! I can't wait until your here with me. I need you!! I love you more then you know!
On November 6, 2011...
Jamie,
I want you to know how much I love you and yes you will be in my thoughts and prayers every day as you go through this process again. I can remember sitting in the waiting room at the hospital when you had your first surgery and then coming back to sit in your room just to make sure you were going to be okay. How I wish that i could be there for you this time but please know I will be thinking of you every minute. I know that I will be updated every minute. I love you!
Aunt Wendy
Jamie McGuire Thank you so much for all of your love and support...it means alot to me! It's funny how I can't rem ... Read more
Jamie McGuire Thank you so much for all of your love and support...it means alot to me! It's funny how I can't remember a lot about the first surgery, at least not that much about the recovery process..just bits and pieces... I must have blocked it out for some reason!! Anyway, Mac will keep this blog updated and I'm sure my mom will let everyone know how im doing...I love you too!
On November 4, 2011...
Nope that one wasn't from me. But my guess is it's gotta be someone close to you, maybe your dad or Mac. Just cause they called you "babe". It's a pretty familiar term, I know MIke calls me babe all the time. That would be my guess. Any way, Jamie just want you to know that I am thinking of you everyday and praying for you to have courage, and faith. We all love you and know that everything is going to work out great. Your a strong woman and that alone is one of the keys. Aunt Lisa
Jamie McGuire Mac was the first person I asked, to see if it was him and he said no...oh well...someone is thinking ... Read more
Jamie McGuire Mac was the first person I asked, to see if it was him and he said no...oh well...someone is thinking about me and I'm grateful for that.. Thank you so much for all of your prayers. I hope in the weeks to come that I will continue to have strength and courage, its hard to do this when I already know exactly what I'm in for, but I can do this...I can't wait to see you "back in Utah" maybe....we will have to hope!! I love you forever Aunt Lisa, I'm so glad I got to spend sometime with you and your family...talk to you soon!!
On November 3, 2011...
It was your Aunt Lisa, I did put Aunt Lisa on my message at the end. It said I love you forever. Aunt Lisa. Let me know if there's somewhere else I need to put my name.
Jamie McGuire I saw your name at the bottom of your comment, I didn't know who left the comment above yours...was t ... Read more
Jamie McGuire I saw your name at the bottom of your comment, I didn't know who left the comment above yours...was that one you too??
On November 2, 2011...
Good luck babe, we r all rooting for you to get this all over with and back to normal fast.
Jamie McGuire Thank you!! I don't know who sent this because it doesn't tell me who it is and you didn't sign your ... Read more
Jamie McGuire Thank you!! I don't know who sent this because it doesn't tell me who it is and you didn't sign your name...please reply back so I know who you are....but anyway, Thanks for your support!!
On November 2, 2011...
Jamie, I know I talked with you a little earlier, but I just wanted to let you know again how much you are loved and you will be in our thoughts and prayers every day and every night. I'm so glad that you have a great surgeon. I know they have some of the best in Texas, especially in the Houston area. I'm so glad that your mom and dad will be able to come down and be there with you, at least then you really won't have to worry about anything else except recovery. It was really awesome to see you in Utah, my hope is to see you IN UTAH again in about 6 months. We need to make a deal. You might be there before me, but hopefully I won't be far behind. Well just know how much I love you and your sweet family. You are very blessed. Love you forever ! Aunt Lisa
Jamie McGuire Thank you so much for all your support! I love you forever too!!
On November 2, 2011...
Jamie, I am so glad that we are at this point of the process making the decision is the hard part and now just getting through it all is next. I know that you will be so much better after this is done and you will be glad that it is behind you and you can go on and live a full and complete life. I am so lucky to be your mom, your an awesome daughter so strong and caring, we will be there all the way with you, and I do think it is appropriate to celebrate your new heart valve with a yearly party just like we did the pig valve, celebrations come in all sizes and reasons and this one will be the best ever I love you with all my heart
Mom
Jamie McGuire I think I'm more lucky to be your daughter!! I love you!!
On November 1, 2011...
So I hear there will be a contest to name the next party? I am glad our family has sense of humor enough we think of naming parties. But fun and games aside, I am glad you have a good doctor you have confidence in. It will make it easier for those of us so far away to get through your surgery as worry free as possible. Keep me posted on your recovery timeline. I am 100% willing to come hang out and help. Rob and kids are supportive of me coming as well. Big Kiss, Tight hug.
Love you
Heather
Jamie McGuire We definitely have to have a sense of humor with this stuff...the kids think i will be some kind of a ... Read more
Jamie McGuire We definitely have to have a sense of humor with this stuff...the kids think i will be some kind of a robot this time, instead of a part pig....strange kids...I will keep you posted as much as possible and whatever I forget you can bet that mom will not let a single detail be forgotten...lol...The doctor and his staff seemed to think that I should be feeling pretty good after a few weeks...I hope that is the case, but I will let you know...You are definitely more then welcome to just come hang out anytime you want or feel you need to, I would love that...give Rob and the kids a big kiss from me and tell them that I love them!!
Love you too!!
On November 1, 2011...
Thanks for the update Jamie. I am so glad the surgeon eased your mind and that you have confidence in his ability to make you better. That's half the battle right there!!! Please know that we are praying for you, your family and the surgeon. I'm still just a phone call away if you need anything (((BIG HUG)))
Melissa =]
Jamie McGuire Thank you so much Melissa! You girls are the best neighbors anyone could have!! We will definitely ... Read more
Jamie McGuire Thank you so much Melissa! You girls are the best neighbors anyone could have!! We will definitely need to go to lunch and get our hair done one last time before I go in, so if you need yours colored im ready to get a trim anytime....Love ya!!!
On November 1, 2011...
We love you Jamie! You are an amazing woman! I believe that you will make the best decision for you. I wish we could be there with you, but just know that our hearts are there. You will be in our prayers through the whole process! Good luck sister!
Annie and Family
Jamie McGuire Thank you Annie....I wish you could all be here with me too, but I know you will be thinking and pray ... Read more
Jamie McGuire Thank you Annie....I wish you could all be here with me too, but I know you will be thinking and praying for me....I love you guys!! Give your 3 little munchkins a big kiss from their Aunt!!
On November 1, 2011...
Hope everything is going well. Let us know how your appt goes today with the surgeon. Luv and prayers!!!!
Cherie : )
Jamie McGuire Thank you so much for all of your thoughts and concern Cherie!! I really appreciate it!
On November 1, 2011...
Hope everything is going well. Let us know how your appt goes today with the surgeon. Luv and prayers!!!!
Cherie : )
On October 30, 2011...
Jamie...I just had my aortic valve replaced 2 weeks ago. I still remember how nervous and stressed I was leading up to the surgery. Just know you will get thru it just fine and on the road to recovery. I feel great now, no pain and getting better every day. It's tough, I know, just be strong and everything will be fine.
JH
Jamie McGuire Thank you so much for your words of encourgement. I appreciate it so much. I am nervous, but this s ... Read more
Jamie McGuire Thank you so much for your words of encourgement. I appreciate it so much. I am nervous, but this site is helping me so much. I love being able to read other peoples journal entries just to know that there are alot of other people who feel just like I do. And reading about other peoples successful outcomes is a big stress reliever! Thanks for taking the time to make a comment in my guestbook, it means alot to me! I'm so glad you are doing good and well on your way to recovery! Keep me update on your progress!!
On October 28, 2011...
Hey Jaime Lou, You're one of the strongest women I know, you have been through so many things in your young life, don't be afraid of this surgery because you are strong and healthy and you need to do this so you can go forward with lost of strength and energy. Your children and Mac need you to be strong for them. You will come out feeling better than ever and be able to do whatever you need to . We will be there for you as long as we need us to be. Love you Dad
Jamie, please know that we are thinking of you & praying for you & your family. Always remember how strong you are & you have many people in your life who love & support you. Please let me know if you need anything.
Mimi
Jamie McGuire Thank you Mimi, I appreciate your support and concern so much!!
On October 27, 2011...
Jamie,
We will be thinking of you and your family. I believe that you are the strongest woman I know. Love and best wishes!
-Brittany <3
Jamie McGuire Thank you Brittany....I dont know about being strong, but I just try to go through my experience with ... Read more
Jamie McGuire Thank you Brittany....I dont know about being strong, but I just try to go through my experience with the best attitude I can have...Thanks for all your support!! I love you!!
On October 27, 2011...
Jamie you are such a strong and amazing woman. i know you will make it though this. I am here for you, to talk or listen. I love you very much my sweet sister!
Jamie McGuire Little sister....I love you more then words can say!!!
On October 27, 2011...
Jamie- I can only imagin how nervous you might be and anxious to get it over with. Our prayers are with you. Love ya babe, you'll do great.
Misty
Jamie McGuire Thank you Misty...I will get through this and be better when its over...Thanks for all your support.. ... Read more
Jamie McGuire Thank you Misty...I will get through this and be better when its over...Thanks for all your support...I love you and Travis very much!!
On October 27, 2011...
Jamie you are so strong and brave. You are not alone- we are all here to help you as you take on this next important step to ultimate energy and vitality. You are loved!
Traci
Jamie McGuire Thank You Traci...Your support means the world to me...I look forward to the day (in a few months) th ... Read more
Jamie McGuire Thank You Traci...Your support means the world to me...I look forward to the day (in a few months) that you can beat me up during every workout...lol...and hopefully I will be able to take it better then I can now!! Loves and Hugs!!
On October 27, 2011...
I will be with you all the way, you are so special to me, we will all get through this together I love you Mom
My surgery is Monday and I understand the wanting it to be over part. This is my 2nd surgery too, but the first was in 1964 to patch holes between the ventricles.
Good Luck, I know all will go well. I'll check your journal when I can, to see how your doing.
Dan P.