Greg Lewis posted a note for Klara that says: Hi Klara!  I have found that setbacks can be very tough to handle. Very emotional. Very disappointing. I have been disappointed, so many times, so i know what you are going through. I really do.
I feel like I want to let you know that every, single, time that I had a disappointing setback, it got better! Usually I just needed to let the doctors work through what needed to be done, and, for me to do, what they told me to. 
This valve setback, will get better. Hopefully it's just a echo error, but if not, they will tell you how it needs to be dealt with. But..it will get better. It will be resolved. Life will go on. You will be happy. 
You have such a great attitude!!   Positivity,  and happiness, is what kills disappointment!!

It will all work out. You'll be fine. Wishing you all the best!

Ruth joy posted a note for Klara that says: Klara , post operatively I went back for an echo and they said my new valve was leaking , I was shocked and upset .
Two weeks later , had another echo and the technician and the heart surgeon said that it was fine . Huge relief but those two weeks of stress and worry were horrible .
Listen to what all your heart friends have said and try not to worry . A lot easier said than done . Sending you love and a big hug

Diane Pellowe posted a note for Klara that says: Hi Klara,  I think you asked me what kind of mitral valve I got.  Well, I don’t know!!  It’s mechanical.  I need to look in my chart.  I honestly did not worry about the make and model.  My surgeon is fantastic and I just know he picked the best thing for me.  I do hear the ticking sometimes at night.  There was an old tv commercial for Timex watches that used to say “Takes a licking, but keeps on ticking”.  When I hear my valve, I think of that and laugh!

Ruth joy posted a note for Klara that says: It ‘s great that you got to have the surgery as planned , huge relief on THAT day

Ruth posted a note for Klara that says: Klara ,Happy New Year to you and all your family


Happy New Year to all the Heart Warriors

Ruth joy posted a note for Klara that says: Merry Christmas Klara

Wishing you , your family and all the amazing  heart warriors a Happy Christmas !!!

Andrew Dial posted a note for Klara that says: Klara…… 

Are you getting any sleep? Any stress relief? What’s the latest? 

Angela Meletiadis posted a note for Klara that says: Hi Klara! How are you doing? I hope you're sleeping more and better. I just came off the curmarol and started taking asprin (Salospir). I was on it six months instead of three like they do in the US. How long will you be on it (or whatever blood thinner you're on)? I'm interested in seeing how they treat you in Croatia and Germany. Also, were your pacing wires left in? I read that in the US they are removed, but mine were left in! I asked nearly everyone on my surgical and recovery team and they told me they're suppose to be left in. (Sorry for referring to the US so much, but I was born and raised there and, of course, most of the members on this site are from there so it is my point of reference)

Greg Lewis posted a note for Klara that says: Hi! This made me think of you. 😁

Ruth joy posted a note for Klara that says: Dear Klara , Congratulations !!!

Greg Lewis posted a note for Klara that says: Good morning Klara!!  I saw your post that said the inside is a whole other situation. 
If you are referring to the lack of sleep, i can definately relate! I could not sleep for awhile. Not because of kids ( mine are all grown up ) but because of the RLS that i got after surgery, and just all the anasthetic, and other drugs.
Ok, this is gonna get personal, but i want to tell you it will be ok.

I remember not sleeping for 3 days, and i was getting pretty messed up. In my head! The RLS was unbearable, and it attacks right at the moment your gonna sleep. So i got some meds that really helped that.

But i still could not sleep. Through many tears, i asked Jesus to please knock me out, at 3,4,5 in the morning. One night i got on my knees and begged him to put me to sleep. Then i woke up in the morning! After that Jesus was my help for my sleep! Pretty amazing!

This was after a long time of the recliner, sleeps ( sort of sleeps )

I know what your going through. I know how it feels. I know that it looks to have no end. I also know that eventually it will get better.

I had to use some sleep aids. No choice. I hate drugs, but they got me through.

Sleep when you can. But remember it wont be forever. If it gets real bad, seek some outside help. Not sure what that would be there, but here i went to my doctor, who i trust. Here, you can go to our hospital for help. Days of no sleep is no joke. Especially when you are recovering.

I also know what i think you mean when you say you look ok, on the outside, but inside...people around me told me " your looking good. You have good color " they had no idea that i was struggling pretty bad. Only my wife knew. But thats ok. 

I hope your sleep is getting better? If not, it will eventually.  Talk soon!

Ruth joy posted a note for Klara that says: Tim , you are one of Adam's Angels .

I ‘m watching the game and supporting Croatia !
A goal or two would be very nice !

Timothy Andre posted a note for Klara that says: Hi Klara, I hope you are well and your recovery is progressing in a positive direction. Congrats on becoming the newest addition to Adams Angels! Well deserved. 
Also, I don’t know if your watching the World Cup or are a Futbol fan, but I must admit that I am secretly cheering for Croatia 🇭🇷  

Andrew Dial posted a note for Klara that says: Your surgery was September?

Ruth joy posted a note for Klara that says: Dear Klara ,
It will get easier in time .
I found everything was easier once my children reached three years old and then the years flew by and now they are both grown up ! I had abdominal surgery when my first son was eight months old and it was a difficult time , but I got through it . 
In the meantime with your family , planning ahead for when your mother - in - law leaves , what about looking into part time nursery for the youngest two children ? It would give you a break . Presuming your eldest is going to school . You are doing really well !  Lovely photo  . 

Howard Powders posted a note for Klara that says: Hi Klara. Hope your recovery is going well. Any snow over there yet?

Ruth joy posted a note for Klara that says: That sounded like a lovely trip out
Ana looks very happy to be out with her mum !

Ruth joy posted a note for Klara that says: …….I think it ‘s wonderful and has literally been a life line to many many people .

Kimberly Eisenhut posted a note for Klara that says: Hope you are doing well and getting better every day :)

Send picts of you and kids sometime, maybe Holloween !?
 love seeing everyones kids and pets, makes me smile
My next echo stress test is November 15th, and starting to get a little nervouse about it, as I feel I have been having more symptoms lately. Having this site is a lifesaver. Helps to have people that understand.

Give those beautiful kids extra hugs and kisses and enjoy each day with them while they are still young! 

Ruth joy posted a note for Klara that says: Dear Klara ,
Gorgeous giggly photo .
You are going to be fine . The inadine will work it's magic .
As you get stronger , make the most of every day . You are doing great !

Angela Meletiadis posted a note for Klara that says: Klara, how are you? I hope you're well and improving a little every day. 

Ana Brusso posted a note for Klara that says: Hi Klara, I was wondering how are your scars doing now? Are they closing? I’ve been thinking about you and having the children around you. Please be careful and I’m praying your scars heal soon. God bless you 

Ruth joy posted a note for Klara that says: Hi Klara , 
If your wounds were my wounds , I would redress them with inadine ( a dressing , you ask for it over the counter at the chemist / pharmacy ) and then cover with a dry dressing .
I ‘d use the inadine for 2-3 days and then revert back to a simple dry dressing if the wound looks clean and had started healing . 

Angela Meletiadis posted a note for Klara that says: Hi Klara. I am really inspired by your courage and perseverance. I, too payed for my surgery out of my pocket because the Greek state health system does not provide minimally invasive techniques. My surgeon, Fitsum Lakew practices at Clinic Bad Neustadt in Germany and she flew to Thessaloniki to perform the procedure on me. The entire procedure cost me a year of my salary (public school teacher) but no regrets. - I bought my health back (my spiritual life was purchased by Christ, on the cross). You did the right thing by going to Germany. May you recover quickly and peacefully. Enjoy your family!

Ruth joy posted a note for Klara that says: Hi Klara ,
I ‘ve just seen your family photos
Your children are fabulous and absolutely delighted to have you back home with them !!! So lovely to see !!!!!
Enjoy life and family life together  

Cheryl Mann posted a note for Klara that says: Klara, I am so glad that your surgery went well and you are home safe.  I would also like to thank you for your kind note about my poem.  It makes me so happy to hear that it helped.  That is part of the wonder of the group - it is a place where you come as you are can be both supported and understood.  Please continue to take good care of yourself and keep in touch.

D posted a note for Klara that says: Brzi ti oporavak zelim! Trebat ce ti hrpa strpljenja za oporavak medjutim vidim da si se dobro pripremila i informirala tako da ce ti sve to proletjeti.
Saljem ti puno pozitivne energije!

Ruth joy posted a note for Klara that says: Welcome home Klara

Ruth joy posted a note for Klara that says: Thank goodness , that ‘s a relief  !!!

Ruth joy posted a note for Klara that says: Yay !!!
safe journey
Remember to wrap something around your safety belt ( a towel or a scarf ) . 

Ruth joy posted a note for Klara that says: Take it steady travelling home Klara , there ‘s no rush . 

Ruth joy posted a note for Klara that says: Klara ,  wishing you a safe journey home tomorrow from everyone in this lovely community . 
Rest as much as you can today .
Pace yourself .
Once you get home , family life will carry on .
Slowly , you’ll get stronger and life will feel good . Enjoy the time with your children , they will grow up so fast ! Make the most of every day with them and remember you are part of this very special community that knows just how precious life is . 

Ruth joy posted a note for Klara that says: Morning Klara , I hope you are okay .
You are doing really well . You ‘ll be back home before you know it

Claudia Kwalbrun posted a note for Klara that says: Hi Klara
I was so happy to hear that your surgery was a success and hopefully I can also have a successful mitral valve repair which will take place on October 18. 
i totally agree that you go to the best surgeon no matter the cost. I live in NY and I am having my valve repaired by a surgeon who does a least 3 to 5 repairs a week so I truly trust him with my life. I will keep you posted. 

Greg Lewis posted a note for Klara that says: This is a bible verse that i love. 1st Peter 5 verse 6 and 7: " humble yourselves, therefore, under Gods mighty hand, that he may lift you up in due time.
Cast all your anxiety on him, because he cares for you. "
The truth is, that Jesus is there with you, and wants you to take all your pain, and problems to him. He gets me through each day, and moves the hurdles!! 

Greg Lewis posted a note for Klara that says: How are you today? I was wondering, Did your afib go away now?

Ruth joy posted a note for Klara that says: Hi Klara ,
Hopefully you ‘ll be given a transfusion .
Pre surgery I was in bad heart failure and was in a very bad way . I hadn ‘t been able to see a dr. Face to face due to the start of covid times . 
My emergency surgery was postponed due to the anaesthetists having covid . Awful times !
I was very anaemic and was given an iron transfusion pre surgery , it made a big difference !
We ‘ve got some sad / difficult family and friends things going on just now , hopefully they ‘ll turn out well . We ‘re waiting for an old dear friends biopsy results and someone else in intensive care now for two weeks . 
You ‘re doing well , your surgery was very planned and very needed . 
Take things one day at a time .
Once you have a shower , you will feel fab . Tired but fab

Ruth joy posted a note for Klara that says: Morning Kara ,
I hope you ‘re doing okay . Not long now and you ‘ll be back home with your lovely family .
Every day is precious and you ‘ll be savouring life . We have been given an amazing gift . 

Timothy Andre posted a note for Klara that says: Klara, Happy Birthday 🎈🎂🎉 
I’m sorry your having some setbacks. The post surgery experience definitely has many ups and downs. You are doing great! Keep that positive attitude and know that each challenge and emotion is temporary. You’re right about the changes truly being hour by hour. Especially so soon post surgery. Soon you will be home and it will feel more like day by day. Be patient, keep walking and enjoy many naps. We appreciate all your updates. God bless you Klara 🙏🏽 

Deena Elani posted a note for Klara that says: Wow, already able to provide an update.  That's fantastic!
Congratulations and welcome to recovery.   Klara, you said the best two words in your update. --" alive and successful".  And next soon to be back home with your kiddies.  I am sure they will have so many questions for you and give you more hugs and kisses then ever.  You have been courageous and heartful.

Susan Eckermann posted a note for Klara that says: Thinking of you today Klara and sending thoughts & prayers to you.  

Patsy Stewart posted a note for Klara that says: Klara, I already have you in my prayers for tomorrow. Praying that your surgery goes well and you wake up ready to tackle recovery. I’m also remembering your little family and sending up prayers for them as well. You can do this! ~xo ❤️ 

Laura Bickford posted a note for Klara that says: Klara- you are in my thoughts and prayers as you have your surgery tomorrow.  I am almost 8 months post op from having my Mitral valve repaired.  You can do this! Looking forward to your posts after surgery! 

Susan Lynn posted a note for Klara that says: Klara - Wishing you all the best, tomorrow! You've got this!

Michael Klusyk posted a note for Klara that says: Klara, I will be praying for your successful surgery tomorrow. Recovery is just around the corner for you and every day will be better than the last.... that's something to look forward to! Rest peacefully tonight knowing that you are ready to start recovery and that your surgical team will take care of everything tomorrow.

Bob Rini posted a note for Klara that says: Good luck tomorrow, Klara! I had open heart surgery two weeks ago, on 9/9/22. You're probably nervous, I was, but the anticipation is worse than the surgery. You'll be much happier (and live much longer) after the surgical wizards do their stuff. Don't worry about pain, there is only mild discomfort, and don't worry about the operation, these procedures are common and you will sail right through and feel much better afterward.  

Ivana Iva Ivan posted a note for Klara that says: Puno puno ljubavi, molitve i pozdrava od nas za tebe ♥️

Ruth joy posted a note for Klara that says: Hi Klara , I hope you ‘re doing okay . 
Good luck for tomorrow .

Timothy Andre posted a note for Klara that says: Hello Klara, your big day is almost here. I hope you are all settled in Leipzig and ready for the next chapter of your heart journey. All of your planning and research has paid off and now you are in Germany patiently waiting for your turn to join the recovery club. When I traveled to NYC for my surgery it finally became real that I was going to actually have heart surgery. I did my best to stay busy talking with friends and family and also did a little sight seeing around the city. I treated myself to some delicious food knowing the hospital food would be less than exciting and I did some meditation to relax my mind. I pray that you are at peace and ready for your surgery. You are a strong woman and I have no doubt that you will do great.

Your presence on this website and participation with this community has been a blessing. You are encouraging and an inspiration to many all while you wait for your turn to be healed. That isn't easy but you do it with ease. It's now your turn to sit back, focus on yourself and your upcoming recovery journey. We will all be cheering you on and praying for you that everything goes smoothly and your procedure is successful. May you, your surgeon and supporting staff have a blessed day on Monday. God bless you and we look forward to hearing from you when you feel up to it.

Ruth joy posted a note for Klara that says: Hi Klara ,
I hope you ‘re feeling ready , not long now .
Sending you lots of good luck and best wishes for the 26/9