Hey there Linda....
So glad you finally got a date! September is a good month......and when you start walking outside.....perhaps it won't be so hot there in beautiful South Carolina!
I remember when I finally got my date....it seemed that the "calm" came soon after....You hang in there....we are all supporting you & know you can do this!
So you say that surgeon is a "looker" eh?....hummmm... perhaps I will bring my green & white pom poms down to South Carolina & just "hang out" in the waiting room with your husband & Stephanie...you sound like you could use some up close & personal cheering! lol...(.gotta go....gonna check for cheap flights haha)
Keeping you close in prayer...
Your Ohio Friend....
Connie T
Linda Hillman Hey Connie T. Had fun here not realizing it. I have another friend named Connie on here and I thought ... Read more
Linda Hillman Hey Connie T. Had fun here not realizing it. I have another friend named Connie on here and I thought I was talking to you, so everything I said to her didn't make sense. Then she found you on here and we had a good laugh.
Yes I do feel some kind of calmness working it way over me. I'm glad it will be in Sept too. The humidity will start going down and it will help with being outdoors in walking. Ok the cheapest flights down here on Southwest to GSP. It was hard with Stephanies 3 hour wait, I just cant imagine 6hours. Hope he holds up.
Yep Dr Marazas is good looking. Not fair for a heart doctor will probably make heart rate go up lol. He is a little young but I picked up his bio in the office and quite impressive. That helps.
My reg doctor is Dr Casey. Remember him from the good ole days. Never thought I would have a famous doctor. lol. So until I will be looking for you at GSP but not on the 19th. I have a date. It will have to be before. lol
Mooving on up
Linda H
On August 31, 2012...
Hi Linda, Fantastic news, in not time you will be skiing down the other side wondering what all the fuss was about :-) Time flies coming up to the op so take some time to sit back and relax and not too much milk while you are waiting, you never know what the new valve will think! will keep watching this space
Paul R.
Linda Hillman Hi Paul That was funny about the milk. You got me had to stop and think about it as I have to busy mo ... Read more
Linda Hillman Hi Paul That was funny about the milk. You got me had to stop and think about it as I have to busy mooing everywhere and Mitch has me grazing. lol. As far as skiing. I would love to but I have never been on skiis in my life. I guess you like to ski though. I do love skiing, but I am more of a watcher. I think I would freak out being on a high mountain skiing I dont like heights. But I also love the mountains being from Colo. and good ole Rockies. Also visited Alaska and the Canadian Rockies. Enjoy the other sporting events headed for England I think it is para olympics. So until later. Going to have a glass of moo juice (milk)
Mooving on up
Linda H
On August 31, 2012...
A date, finally!!!!! OK, so now it is really real. You will do fine. Plus, you have lots of supporters.
Keep reminding yourself that the waiting is the hardest part. Your mind makes it much worse than the reality. Just take it one day at a time. Ask any question you have, although at this point I think you are a pro and know all the answers. Cow or Pig does not matter as long as you get fixed. We are here for you, like you were for us.
-Mitch Friedman
Linda Hillman Hi Mitch, Yeah it is real would you believe it? After all this time. It has been one year ago on my b ... Read more
Linda Hillman Hi Mitch, Yeah it is real would you believe it? After all this time. It has been one year ago on my birthday 9/9 I heard the words Aortic Stenosis. So this will be a wonderful birthday present and from now on I can have 2 cakes. Sugar free of course. What a year! I am feeling pretty good right now. Feeling like my little happy pill has lasted for 2 days so far. Going for 3 days. I think it is cause now I have a lot of answers that I have been asking about for years. Like the pain that I have had. He said it is mostly likely my valve not getting enough blood thru it. And the seizures I had last Aug a year ago. Same thing. Funny how it takes a surgeon to answer those questions, and the last thing is that I was born with this and didn't even know it. And with that answered more questions why I couldnt keep up walking in a group. Just didnt have the stamina but who knew. It just took 65 years to find out all this stuff. Right now I just feel like I have all this stuff to do before I go there. Thanks for being here its been awhile. So looking for a good place to go graze or maybe some mud to play in.
Mooving on up
Linda H
On August 31, 2012...
Hey, Miss Linda -- Sounds like you're on your way! I have a feeling (and I hope I'm right) that now that it's REALLY real and you have your date, you'll feel a little better and calmer. I used to be really afraid of flying. I'd have all my crazy anxiety the day before, but once I got on the plane and really understood that it was no longer in my hands, I calmed down and dealt with it. OHS was rather like that, too. You have what I call the 3 F's: faith, family, and friends, and with those, you are golden!!! I'll be thinking of you.
xoxo
Selma
Linda Hillman Hey Selma Thanks for your thoughts. Yes I do feel pretty good today now that I know what is going to ... Read more
Linda Hillman Hey Selma Thanks for your thoughts. Yes I do feel pretty good today now that I know what is going to happen now. Not that it will kick in again. At church on Wed night I told someone that if I decided not to do this I would be lying to God and thats not a good thing to do as I have been praying for him to get my heart fixed. But on those days Im ready with my little happy pills.I just will be glad when it all over with. Now I just feel like I have so much to do, like getting ready for a trip. Actually the trip of a life time lol.
Mooving on up
Linda H
On August 30, 2012...
Hi Linda, So proud of you for going to church and being baptized. You are so right, if it was not for faith in God, I'm not sure where I would be at this moment. Been doing a lot of research since I've been to 3 different surgeons and each indicating a different valve (cow, pig, on-x). Each having a good reason at the time. Once I got the 2nd opinion; confusion set in and decided on a 3rd opinion to solve the anxiety I was having; boy was I wrong. The reason for my asking the reason of cow vs pig. I'm 66 and in the that stage of life where could possibly go with the mechanical. All 3 doctors agree that the tissue valves may last between 10-15 years; some over 20 and some less than 10; depending on the valve and our body; they did not know. I did not want to go thru a 2nd surgery and the mechanical seemed fine till researched more about the blood thinners.
Linda Hillman Hi who ever this is, but I think it is Don. If you are 66 the norm is when you reach 65 you usually g ... Read more
Linda Hillman Hi who ever this is, but I think it is Don. If you are 66 the norm is when you reach 65 you usually go with a tissue valve. I think it depends on your heart issue and how active you are. You can do anything as well with a tissue valve but I also thought they only lasted 10-15 years. Now my doctor says 20-25 years. So when I add 20 years to my age, I figure it is time to go meet the maker anyway that is if the world is still around. I told my new doctor about my faith and told him that I have put all of this in Gods hands and his hands. He assured me God would be there helping. Thats makes you feel good. I also felt my Dad around me already I think he is my gaurdian angel. Just say a good prayer to help with your decision. God will know which valve will be the best one for you, trust him he knows. Good luck in your decision.
Mooving on up
LInda H
On August 30, 2012...
Hi Linda, thanks for the response. I am new to the site; anxiety was getting to me and trying to find others with similar problems and opinions from other doctors. Did you ask why pig instead of cow or cow instead of pig? I have received good reasons from both surgeons for their opinions. Wish you the best, Don
Linda Hillman Hi Don, Welcome to HVJ. You will have to share your story and start journaling on here. There is a we ... Read more
Linda Hillman Hi Don, Welcome to HVJ. You will have to share your story and start journaling on here. There is a wealth of info and help here. We are all here to help each other out and you meet so many new friends they become just like family. Can I suggest in getting Adams book. It will help a lot as well.
As far as valves go. It is a big dicission to be making. After all this will be with for a very long time. If I were younger I know they would suggest a mechanical valve. They are very good, will last a life time, but the downfall is you have to take coumadian for the rest of your life. My daughter at the age of 29 has a St Jude valve and des just fine with it. Her only complaint is the coumadian. I am 65 7/8 my doctor recommended a cow valve. From what I have read is cow valves are a little larger and also stronger. But is depends on the size of the valve. Thats why today he said it could be a pig valve. Its because my valve has to be replaced right at the beginning of the valve and also that is where my anuersym starts. He said he wont know until he gets in there. That is what makes it complicated.
Have you been to a doctor yet? If so how serious is it? They wont touch it until it becomes severe. I put all of this in my faith and God. He has lead me to where I am. I joined my church got baptized and boy did I feel a difference for the good. I prayed and asked God to fix my heart and he has lead me to here on HVJ. I was put into a line of all these people who have gone before me and everytime I was moved up. So now I am here cant wait to get fixed and start a whole new life. I know it is not a cake walk. It will be hard, but I will do it and so can you. Yes you will have lots and lots of different emotions and it is just part of it. Its ok to cry. I have good days and not so good. I just try and stay active as I know it will help me get through this. I did ask my doctor for some happy pills and they do help. I hope this all helps you. Get on HVJ and let everyone help. Remember knowledge is power. You can do it I know you can. Hang in there my new friend
Mooving on up
LInda H
On August 30, 2012...
Linda - Just thinking of you girlfriend and sending many thoughts and prayers. Those little pills helped my hubby and he is still taking them after the surgery. Figure it will help him if he goes through some depression afterwards. Will keep checkin on y'all to see when you get a date! Hang tough and keep the faith. Charlie's wife Julia:-)
Linda Hillman Thanks Julia, Right now I am a basket case, cant type write or even talk right. Everything is now com ... Read more
Linda Hillman Thanks Julia, Right now I am a basket case, cant type write or even talk right. Everything is now coming out backwards. Never know what will pop out. Might have to have a little brain cleaning while Im under. I will just be glad to get this over with, Hope Charlie continues on his recovery.
Mooving on up
Linda H
On August 30, 2012...
Waiting for mom to get back from her appt. so we can hear when her surgery date is.
She will pull through this like the rest of us.
Mom how do I subscribe to your page so I can update it for you?
Hi Linda; I'm to have my aortic valve replaced 9/19 with cow. Been to 3 surgeons, each suggesting different type valves. I did not see your age in the blogs but how did you decide on the cow? I'm very confused on which one to use since I still have 2 weeks to change my mind. Thanks! Don
Linda Hillman Hi Don, Trying to figure who you are. Are you new to here? Anyhow like to hear from you because I see ... Read more
Linda Hillman Hi Don, Trying to figure who you are. Are you new to here? Anyhow like to hear from you because I see we can hold hands on Sept 19. Thats my day also. Maybe we will be meeting in lala land before we say ouch.
I am 65 years old now but by the time this all happens I will be 66. My doctor suggested the cow valve because of my age, but now I hear it could be a pig. Hope not I dont like pigs.lol. My new journal kinda tells all. Keep in touch with me as we will rock this together. I will be seeing you on the other side of the mountain. Hang tight we can do it. God will be there for both of us.
Mooving on up
LInda H
On August 25, 2012...
Hey there my friend!
I cannot believe I haven't been on your guestbook for days! No excuses !
Two doctors!....wow girl...you be a most important patient! I know this whole surgery is a big and scary procedure for you....but the rewards will far out weigh any fear! Recovery is not a cake walk....you know that from Stephanie....but you also know it is do-able! You have been such a great cheerleader for everyone here at HVJ. All here are your own personal "pep club"... know that as you tackle this "life changing for the better event".......and never forget .....I have my green & white pom poms ....and I am ready too!..... be brave on Thursday..(be sure to take a happy pill).....Stay strong...the wait is almost over! :)
You are always in my prayers...
Your Ohio Friend...
Connie T
Linda Hillman Hey Connie, Good to hear from you. Was wondering what happened to you. The reason I now have 2 docs i ... Read more
Linda Hillman Hey Connie, Good to hear from you. Was wondering what happened to you. The reason I now have 2 docs is because of the anuersym. Dr Dennis said the CT showed aorta is pretty dialated and anuersym in there on ascending aorta at 4.5 cm. So Dr Mazaras works more on that type of thing. He said it is more complicated. Dr Dennis will do the valve with a new improved cow valve that lasts to 25 years yeah. So hearing all this does turn a little more scary gulp. My reg doctor asked me if the nerves are getting a little riffed up. I said oh yeah. Give me something. I did take one so far at it put me to sleep for about 1/2 hour or so. I forgot what it felt like to relax. I have been pretty good so far in taking them but Im sure it will be getting worse esp. after Thurs. gulp. So I dont think I will be taking a happy pill to go to the doc on Thurs as I want to be able to walk in there and out .lol. And besides when we go there to Greenville I will most likely be meeting Mr Isaac. Greenville always gets everything, but we are probably going to be getting some rain out of this. She said I could wait a week and I said no. After all I am from the North and had to deal in snow. Its just that my car tends to find water on the inside if I get into to much of the wet stuff. Guess its typical of a Marquis. Hope to have some more news of when this is going to happen on Thurs, Just want to get it over with. The holidays are fast approaching and want to be good for that. Well talk later Take care and enjoy rehab. Cant wait for that either as I have a lot of flab to get rid of.
Mooving on up
LInda H
On August 23, 2012...
Hi Linda - Pills are great! Through this all, I learned to appreciate meds. No heroes, take what you need, then sell the extras...oh wait, never mind.
Like you, my aneurysm (of the lower ascending aorta) was 4.5. They told me at or above 4.5 they recommend replacing it. Like you, I told them to "fix it all now." If even just for the piece of mind knowing no ticking time bomb. So go for it, get all the new parts you can, now. Then, only worry about spraining your ankle when you are back to moving around so fast.
You will be great through this. No doubt.
Still here for you (like you were for me),
-Mitch Friedman
Linda Hillman Hi Mitch, You are so great. Thanks for your thoughts. Yeah Im not a pill taker I lot of times I forge ... Read more
Linda Hillman Hi Mitch, You are so great. Thanks for your thoughts. Yeah Im not a pill taker I lot of times I forget to take them oops. But the anxiety is starting to get to me and I think it will probably get worse as time goes on. Yes it is a little scary when you have asap behind your name and now I have 2 surgeons to fix me up. Now I have to wait until next Thurs to meet him. Hope I hear something then as I am getting tired of all this going on. Not that I want to get felited or anything like that just want to feel better and have a little energy.
The valve is going to be replaced with a new improved cow valve and the anuersym is right there on the ascending aorta. Dont know about that yet but he said it was more complicated. JUst what I wanted to hear oh cheers.
I did take one little pill so far and I was so relaxed I forgot what it was like. Some good stuff that Hydroxyzne.
Well you take care friend..
Mooving on up
LInda H
On August 22, 2012...
Linda,
You're making the right choice in my opinion. My enlargement was 4.7. I think the surgeon was simply being nice by asking my opinion. My reply was "Replace it all, I don't want to go through this again!" He smiled and said "I agree."
I have a mechanical valve, a new root (which is relatively complicated) and a new aortic arch. So I should be set for a very long time!!!
You're going to make it through this very well, then you'll be running circles around your friends!! Get a t-shirt that says "Just Try to Keep Up!"
Moooove on up girl!!
Chuck Holmgreen
Linda Hillman Hi Chuck, Thanks for your thoughts. Makes me feel a little better. Right now all I know is the valve ... Read more
Linda Hillman Hi Chuck, Thanks for your thoughts. Makes me feel a little better. Right now all I know is the valve will be replaced with a cow, new and improved for 25 years., The anuersym is on the ascending aorta and is 4.5. Real close together on the top of my little ole heart. He said aorta was dialated and was going to be more complicated, oh cheers. So now I meet another surgeon on next Thurs and they will be working together. I guess I should look at it this way 4 hands are better than 2. I hope.
Now for the shirt I have been wanting to find a shirt or design one that has a heart on it with some ribs and a ribbon holding the ribs together.
Glad you are doing so good. I will just be glad when this is all over and I see you all on the other side. I hear it is quite nice. Im finding going up this mountain has a lot of rocks and slows you down. If you guys are ever in SC let me know and maybe we all can meet sometime.
Mooving on up
Linda H
On August 20, 2012...
Hello Linda,
Hello Linda, Mary W (of Mary & Jeff in Oak Park, IL) here. Thank you for your note of welcome. I truly appreciate it. I read your journal with interest-- your attitude is really inspirational to the patient and to me as the patient's wife, and I can see it is as well to many othes who participate in these journals. Blessings to you and thumbs up!
Linda Hillman Thanks Mary, Thanks for your thoughts. I am trying to keep a stiff upper chin but it is really gettin ... Read more
Linda Hillman Thanks Mary, Thanks for your thoughts. I am trying to keep a stiff upper chin but it is really getting hard. Just like everyone here says the waiting is hardest part. I am believing it. So hang in there for the long haul. Mine was wait now it is ASAP which kinda put me into a tail spin. Wasn't expecting those words. I just pray a lot and it helps and stay in church all that I can. Hope all goes well with you and your husband. You can do it.
Mooving on up
LInda H
On August 18, 2012...
Hi Linda,
Your almost there. I must admit the waiting was the hardest part. As surgery comes closer I found things started to happen really fast and.......BAM........you are on the operating table and next you are in recovery.
I'm praying for you. Your sense of humor and perspective will help you in your recovery.
Heartfelt,
Lee Castro
Linda Hillman He Lee, Glad everything is looking good for you. I agree how things were moving real slow. Thougt I w ... Read more
Linda Hillman He Lee, Glad everything is looking good for you. I agree how things were moving real slow. Thougt I was in this really bad nightmare then all of a sudden it is ASAP which I think is worse than its time. Seems like all the tests I have had in the last 2 months wiere 5 months apart before. New I think this week I will be hearing when this is going to happen. I really cant complain I prayed for my heart to get fixed and now it is. You take care of yourself.
Mooving on up
LInda H
On August 18, 2012...
Hi Linda,
Wonderful news, glad you mooved right through the CT and now have the OHS in sight. They only get easier! Continue to relax, everything will work out, we are all pulling for you! It will not be long until you are experiencing pastures on the other side of the hill :-))
All the best
Paul R
Linda Hillman Hi Paul, Getting easier the worse is yet to come lol. Think I have gone thru every test there is well ... Read more
Linda Hillman Hi Paul, Getting easier the worse is yet to come lol. Think I have gone thru every test there is well almost. I am thinking if the CT is suppose to be the best why do we have to go thru all of the other ones? I think they just like to pole needles into you to get you ready for what is to come. I am trying to relax but I think I might ask my reg doctor for a little crutch to help me along. My stomach is starting to ache and I think it just might be a little touch of nerves brewing. Or else there must be a lot of butterflies getting ready to attack. I just keep praying its all in Gods hands. He will take good care of me. But thanks for all of your thoughts and for letting me know that the pastures are greener on the other side. Tired of all the rocks Im climbing now. You take care and keep doing good in your recovery, the tingling will get better.
Mooving on up
LInda H
On August 17, 2012...
Linda, I love reading your posts. Keep your sense of humor, I'm betting it will help you out! Take care, Vicki D.
Linda Hillman Hi Vicki, Try this again. I think my sense of humor is more like being a little scared. I waited so l ... Read more
Linda Hillman Hi Vicki, Try this again. I think my sense of humor is more like being a little scared. I waited so long now it is going so fast, and it isn't the big day yet. Don't think my husband will take my place then either as he hasn't done it yet, but I will try. Thanks for being there means a lot.
Mooving on up
Linda H
On August 17, 2012...
You're cracking me up. I can just picture you and your husband, pointing at one another. :-)
Selma
Linda Hillman It really happened as I was all wrapped up in those nice warm blankets. I was freezing.
Mooving on up ... Read more
Linda Hillman It really happened as I was all wrapped up in those nice warm blankets. I was freezing.
Mooving on up
LInda H
On August 16, 2012...
Linda, sorry I didn't know about your other friend Connie. The note from last night was from me, Connie, weight watchers. I am glad you have such a wonderful outlook. Just stay strong and I will be praying for you. God is good everyday all day long. With love, Connie H
Linda Hillman Hi Connie H. Im glad it was you. Yeah I do know another Connie up in Ohio. I have the same trouble wi ... Read more
Linda Hillman Hi Connie H. Im glad it was you. Yeah I do know another Connie up in Ohio. I have the same trouble with my name too. There are a couple of other Lindas on here as well. See ya Tues.
Mooving on up
LInda H
On August 16, 2012...
Linda H -
Just wanted to thank you for all your thoughts and prayers for us. Just having a chance to read some of your story. Charlie ended up too having an aneurysm after testing here at the Cleveland Clinic. They gave him a whole pig valve and cut out the aneurysm. Just moved him to the hotel...resting pretty comfortably. Where is Honea Path, South Carolina...we are about 40 minutes north of Myrtle Beach, ,South Carolina. Again...thanks for the support. Julia & Charlie Messineo :-) OINK! OINK!
Linda Hillman Hi Julia and Charlie, Glad things are moving right along good for you. Honea Path is about 30 miles S ... Read more
Linda Hillman Hi Julia and Charlie, Glad things are moving right along good for you. Honea Path is about 30 miles South of Greenville and between Anderson and Greenwood in the upstate. I will be having surgery at St Francis Greenville.So Im not offically mooing yet, just practicing. My Grand daughter will be going to Coastal Carolina starting this winter. Right now she is in boot camp with the Navy (reserves).
Take care and keep up the good work.
Mooving on up
LInda H
On August 16, 2012...
I suspect you'll find yourself inexplicably drawn to ketchup and french fries. You'll do fine!
xox
Selma
Linda Hillman Hi Selma, Thats funny :) Actually cause I am on Weight Watchers I think french fries will probably be ... Read more
Linda Hillman Hi Selma, Thats funny :) Actually cause I am on Weight Watchers I think french fries will probably be out and ketchup has a lot of sugar. I have this feeling I might go for corn more and maybe oats and grass. lol. Hope I dont experience any of the things you were eating at the hospital. I havent forgotten fried valves? I did tell my doctor I wanted it to be a mooving experience. My husband wants to build me a barn now. I told him it had to be cute have little flowers around it and AC with the heat down here. Talk to ya soon.
Mooving on up
LInda H
On August 16, 2012...
I guess you'll have a Southern Elsie the cow valve. I love your humor Linda and know it will serve you well with your recovery.
God bless you,
Mollie
Linda Hillman Hi Mollie Hope all is good with you. That just might be my new name. My husband and neighbor said I w ... Read more
Linda Hillman Hi Mollie Hope all is good with you. That just might be my new name. My husband and neighbor said I was going to get a cow bell for Christmas to wear in my new barn my husband is going to make. As things keep progressing I can feel the scared feeling starting to show it ugly head. I have been waiting for so long now I have had more tests in the last 2 months. Just hope I dont turn into the Hulk. My vein finally said I have enough of this poking and she blew it. So I got to do it again in the other arm for the CT. So I dont think there is to much more to go before the big filet day. gulp. I have driving everybody crazy, just dont stop talking and I do have a nervous laugh. So by the time its ready I will probably be out of control. Think I am going to try and getting a little mild something to help things out. Was trying not to but I dont think I will make it. Until then
Mooving on up
LInda H
On August 16, 2012...
Hey Linda you are doing great! Keep up the great outlook, it will serve you well. Even though I have not been posting much, I've got my eye on you. CT will be a breeze. If they want color/contrast, it involves an IV. Just so you know. I did not and was pretty thrown by that little wrinkle.
Can't wait until you are on the other side and part of the Zipper Chest Moo club like the rest of us. BTW, I still get urges to graze occasionally.......
- Mitch Friedman
Linda Hillman Hey Mitch, Where do you find places to graze in NYC. I have a lot of places to graze as I am in the c ... Read more
Linda Hillman Hey Mitch, Where do you find places to graze in NYC. I have a lot of places to graze as I am in the country and have 2 acres. My husband is telling everyone he is going to build a barn for me and get me a cow bell. I have this funny feeling I will be getting little cows for Christmas. Hope they do good with all of my bears as I collect them. Im thinking corn might become a favorite dish very soon.Cant wait to join this new club. I am wondering if I am going to have a southern cow being from Colo and Pa.Could be interesting lol. You have been there and stuck around just like you said you would, so I probably will hold your hand. Until later.
Mooving on up
Linda H
On August 16, 2012...
Hi Linda, wonderful post... Go get that little engine fixed, it is a huge heart with lots of room ! Just relax when you take the CT, remember to breath easily as there is nothing to be scared of.
You will be back up to speed with a broken heart fixed in next to no time.
Looking forward to hearing you roar after surgery
Take care
Paul R
Linda Hillman Hi Paul, Hope all is going good for you in your recovery and all the feelings are starting to come ba ... Read more
Linda Hillman Hi Paul, Hope all is going good for you in your recovery and all the feelings are starting to come back. Thanks for your thoughts. I will thinking of you in that CT I just keep thinking why am I so chicken with this stuff when pretty soon it is going to get a whole lot worse before it gets better. I will get there like everyone else. Until later my friend
Mooving on up
Linda H
Linda Hillman Hey Paul. Its over with tried to relax some but very hard. Just kept my eyes closed. Guess I had her ... Read more
Linda Hillman Hey Paul. Its over with tried to relax some but very hard. Just kept my eyes closed. Guess I had her a little worried. Had to hold my breath and heart rate got up to 100. Thought I was going to bust. But when I could breath again it went back down. Next thing will probably be the big one. gulp.
Mooving on up
Linda H
On August 15, 2012...
Linda, I have been praying for you today. I am glad your doctor is positive about the outcome of your surgery. You just hang in there and keep that smile on your face and remember we all love you and know the best is yet to come. With love, Connie
Linda Hillman Hey Connie How are you doing anyway. I hope you didnt have your pom poms out both days and was yellin ... Read more
Linda Hillman Hey Connie How are you doing anyway. I hope you didnt have your pom poms out both days and was yelling. You must have a sore throat and that wouldnt be good after having tubes shoved down your throat. The doctor got a kick out of what you wanted me to say to him except I have to change roar to moo.lol.
Thanks for all the prayers they have been working with the nerves. They stay at bay but not bad so far. I know that will change probably after next week. I will just be glad when its all over and I see you all on the other side as everyone has left me climbing to long. Im lonely. Talk later
Mooving on up
LInda H
On August 15, 2012...
You go girl! ...Vicki D.
Linda Hillman Hey Im a coming see you soon on the other side.
Mooving on up
Linda H
On August 15, 2012...
The ct scan is easy. Its a doughnut shaped machine rather than a long tube like an mri. Its really not clausterphobic at all. The best part is the test is really fast the whole thing only takes ten to 15 minutes.
Linda Hillman Who is this??
Thanks for info that is exactly what the doctor said. But I have never had either one o ... Read more
Linda Hillman Who is this??
Thanks for info that is exactly what the doctor said. But I have never had either one of these things done or any of the other tests that I have had for that matter.
Mooving on up
Linda H
On August 15, 2012...
I believe you are right about your surgeon Linda. Through prayer and petition God will take care of every detail. You are in my heart and prayers! You seem like a super strong lady and you have been there for all of us!
BIG HUG,
Mollie
Linda Hillman Hi Mollie, Thanks for your thoughts means a lot. Actually I am the worlds biggest baby. They always a ... Read more
Linda Hillman Hi Mollie, Thanks for your thoughts means a lot. Actually I am the worlds biggest baby. They always ask about allergies and I say benzocaine, needles and doctors. I have tried to make my husband or neigbor do all thses tests instead of me but it hasnt worked yet darn it. Im more than happy to get a taker.So if you know anyone send them here lol. But you are right I feel God really does have this all down for me including moving to SC
Keep up the good work I will soon be chasing you down this mourntain. :)
Mooving on up
Linda H
On August 15, 2012...
Hey, Linda --
I know you're gonna rock this surgery, just wanted to say YOU GO!!!!! See 'ya on the other side.
Selma
Linda Hillman Hey Selma,
Good to hear from you. Yep guess its here now, not just a horrible dream that I was start ... Read more
Linda Hillman Hey Selma,
Good to hear from you. Yep guess its here now, not just a horrible dream that I was starting to believe in. I was doing ok until doctors office called and postponed visit for a day. Then it hit me that phone really is attached to a surgeons office. Guess it really came real. I felt good meeting him and talking I felt relaxed even though bp wasnt saying that or pulse being 100. oops. I will just be glad to get this all over with and really meat all of you on the other side.
Mooving on up
LInda H
On August 14, 2012...
Hi Linda,
Is your surgery date tomorrow or a dr. appt?
You have been such an enthusiastic cheerleader for all of us. I wish and pray nothing but the best for you. You sure seem to have a calm frame of mind and I look forward to having you join us on the other side.
Will be praying for you and believe all things will work together for good.
LOVE,
Mollie
Linda Hillman Thanks Mollie I look forward to being on the other side. Right now I am doing real good on the nerves ... Read more
Linda Hillman Thanks Mollie I look forward to being on the other side. Right now I am doing real good on the nerves. I have a lot of people praying and it is helping a lot. But I do know that the nerves and butterflies will kick in, Im just trying to stay strong. I have just put all of this in Gods hands and I truly believe he has done all of this, including me being there for my daughters valve surgery 3 years ago. Maybe thats what I am drawing some of my strength on. I believe God even selected the surgeon for me. So maybe next week I will be finding the date for this show.
Mooving on up
LInda H
On August 14, 2012...
Linda,
I clearly remember when my cardiologist said "It's time." I had 29 years to get ready for that news. It didn't help. I still felt a kick in the gut when she said it.
What I can tell you is that you have an incredible start that I didn't have. This site helped me so much that I cannot even express the amount.
You know what is coming, just not EXACTLY when. That is the hard part. Once you know when, it will start to become easier. You will still have the butterflies, however my guess is you may not have the fright, or hopefully it won't be as bad as those of us who didn't find this site until after we got the news.
You've watched many of us and have given some really good pieces of advice. You will be fine and you will feel much better when your heart can work right.
I do not mean to minimize any of your feelings. We all have to go through them in our own way. All I want to do here is help you remember that you have a head start that most of the rest of us didn't have. Continue to use us for support and live the process.
Remember it and write pieces of it down. I can already tell that I'm forgetting bits and pieces of it. I'm only 5 months out and it's like the procedure never happened -- I just feel better.
God speed to you in your healing.
Chuck Holmgreen.
Linda Hillman Hi Chuck, Thanks for your thoughts I truly appriecate them and your right I think I had my training i ... Read more
Linda Hillman Hi Chuck, Thanks for your thoughts I truly appriecate them and your right I think I had my training in all of this, not knowing it, when my Dad had surgery for an anuersym back in the 80;s and now Stephanie 3 years ago, being there for all of that. I think it might just be God preparing me for what was to come. Now I know I was born with this and I think a lot of questions I have had has been answered of why I could never keep up with anyone thinking I have short legs. Then finding this site as been the best thing for me and all of us. I am so thankful I found it. Watching everyone go thru this and a couple that didnt make it, boo hoo. I have read Adams book also and I am sure I will be lookig in there again before its all over with. Moving to SC has been a blessing as well. My doctor here said lets go further and check this all out. In Pa I was just told I had a heart murmur and that was it. So I think God probably brought us down here for a purpose. So thankful I did make the move.
So now I have a CT on Fri and on Mon will be checking on a date for the big show. I will be getting a cow valve he said should last up to 25 years and I will live to be 96 years old, that is if the world is still around. So thanks for being there for me. I am feeling good right now but the prayers are very strong and I think that is what is keeping the ole nerves calmed down and the butterflies not churning to much. Not that they will as time gets closer. So until
Mooving on up
LInda H
On August 14, 2012...
Hey there Linda....
Just wanted to pop in and wish you well at your appointment today. You will do great! You are a strong woman! You have your questions, a good attitude, and a whole lot HVJers cheering you on....you are ready for this appointment! You are ready to meet these challenges head on....you have watched Stephanie and countless others conquer, what at times feels like the impossible.......heck......you are probably the most prepared patient on this site!!!! You walk into that office....shouting" I am woman....hear me roar".....lol!!! (well maybe under your breath anyway).... and you remember one thing......ole Con has her green & white pom poms out... shaking & cheering at the top of her lungs for you!!! (lol).....
Anxious to hear your news!
Your Ohio Friend,
Connie T
PS......Beaufort is one of my most favorite places ever......has such a calming effect on me when I sit down by the water eating lunch on one of the verandas....I was jealous when you said you went for a ride there.. :-)
Linda Hillman That was funny. Now I will probably go in there laughing my head off. ( Nerves). I don't know about t ... Read more
Linda Hillman That was funny. Now I will probably go in there laughing my head off. ( Nerves). I don't know about the being brave and prepared thing going on. I am the worlds biggest baby. I have tried to shove all of this onto my husband and neighbor but I have no takes darn it. I tried. I will post my fate tonight.
Getting there
Linda H
On August 11, 2012...
Linda, I will keep all of you in my prayers as the surgery day approaches. Just "Let go and let God"!! I wish we lived closer so we could see each other..... It has been so long!!!! Keep smiling, kiddo.
Your cousin, Carol. Much love and many prayers
Linda Hillman Thanks cuz, I will probably know something on Tues. Thanks so much for being there. Love you and yes ... Read more
Linda Hillman Thanks cuz, I will probably know something on Tues. Thanks so much for being there. Love you and yes it has been a long time. Wish we could see each other also.
Love
LInda H
On August 10, 2012...
Linda, you know you are in Dave and I's thoughts and prayers as you go thru all this!! We love you !!
Patti
Linda Hillman Thanks guys, I love you to. Tues I meet surgeon so look no here for more details.
Love Me
On August 1, 2012...
Linda,
I'm so sorry you are going through such a rough time. It would be nice if times of crisis brought out the very best in people, but sometimes it is the opposite. I'm sure your husband is really freaked out about everything. Not a great excuse to be acting out, but it does happen.
Try to spend time with the people that are making you feel calm and loved and hang in there!
...Vicki D.
Linda Hillman Thanks Vicki, Thats pretty much what I have been doing, I have wonderful neighbors that I have adopte ... Read more
Linda Hillman Thanks Vicki, Thats pretty much what I have been doing, I have wonderful neighbors that I have adopted as family and all my church friends and I can't miss a Weight Watchers meeting cause they all will worry. So I have tried to keep going the best way I can. I am not going to worry about what my kids think. I have Stephanie who has been there for me and worries, but she has been thru all of this herself. She gets on here and posts anything ( in the guestbook part ) to let everyone know. I havent even asked her to do that. Shes the best and so loving and thoughtful. Her daughter thinks that Stephanie and I will be twins after surgery. love it. Have a really good day
Getting there
LInda H
On July 31, 2012...
Hey there Linda...
You still hangin' in there? I know this "waiting game" is filled with lots of different emotions. You try to stay busy....but OHS, has a way of squeaking into your thoughts! Even when you think you are not "thinking about it" ....you are thinking about it! I know you will find your "peace"..... I just kept focusing on my future....and what I saw in that vision with my granddaughters!....I kept praying for
God to handle the aspects of the surgery that I just could not face....and it worked...My children were so surprised how at peace the last month I was....they thought something was very wrong! lol....I had spent months crying everytime I talked about it....but after hours & hours of reading the journals, and success stories...I knew I could do it too!... I know God brought me here....to find the peace I prayed for.....you will too, Linda! Once you meet up with the SC "girls", I predict a real peace will come over you....God's way of showing you first hand...how women like us get 2nd chances! Keeping you always close in prayer....
your Ohio Friend,
Connie T
Linda Hillman Hi Connie, That was so sweet. Yeah I have been a basket case. Guess I will journal it. I feel God has ... Read more
Linda Hillman Hi Connie, That was so sweet. Yeah I have been a basket case. Guess I will journal it. I feel God has been in this even from the tests. I didn't have to do the treadmill cause I was scared to be nuked while doing it. Otherwise I looked forward to it. And also having the cath done in my wrists as I asked him not to do it in groin. And when I was wheeled out of hospital they said they would take real good care of me and I already had a surgeon that I did not know about. I think God picked him now I have to approve. I even got a card from hospital today from my heart team. Didn't know I had one. Wow. And all the posts that I have been getting from you all have been just so wonderful it sets the tears agoing. That is if Im not laughing so hard at J ODonnel. I am so thankful I found this.
How is your recovery going. Good I hope. And how is Good Golly Mountain? Thomas is still working on the climbing but I think he is starting to pick up a little speed.
Getting there
Linda H
On July 28, 2012...
Hi LInda, Wow, you are in the fast forward lane now after waiting all that time! You have been such a rock and support to everyone on here, now it's time to let others be that for you. Don't be afraid... you know what to expect, what to do, and have faith in God. He will take care of all the details!!! Thinking of you and keeping you in my prayers. You will do fine.
Holly P
Linda Hillman Hi Holly, Thanks for your thoughts. I know I find all of this mind blogging. I was feeling like I was ... Read more
Linda Hillman Hi Holly, Thanks for your thoughts. I know I find all of this mind blogging. I was feeling like I was living a very bad dream and then bam. But I have done all my homework. I just finished reading Adams book and it was great. I did pray to God to fix this and make me normal again if I can remember what that is lol. I joined my church got baptized and that helped a whole lot. God has told me it will be ok and I have felt his presence around me as well as my Dad. I think he is my gaurdian angel. It has made me feel as ease. Although the nerves are still there but I wouldnt be normal if that didnt happen. I feel God has helped me by not getting on the tread mill knowing I would not make it and having the cath done in the wrist. I am so thankful for that. When I left St Francis they said they would take real good care of me, and I wasnt realizing what they were really talking about to find out I already have a surgeon. But I have to like him also, but they did tell me he was the top one. So we will see.
Ive started making my list of questions. and asking friends if they can think of any other questions that I might not have thought about. Oh well until the next time.
Getting there
LInda H
On July 28, 2012...
I am her daughter Connie. I have had open heart surgery as well. Had a mechanical valve put in my aorta.
Just thought I would say so you now know two people :) That I also had my cath test done in my wrist. Have a little scar there now. Its been a little over 3 years. Very thankful for the wrist.
They put me in the operating room numbed me enough I got to watch the monitors as they did it. Did not feel a thing. Just asked how they could work in such a cold room. They said layers.
Next thing I knew they were done and wheeling me out. After that all i remember was waking up with a tube in my throat.
Yes had surgery all the same day. Which was probably good. Dont remember my wrist bothering me after everything. More interested with the pain in my chest especially after catching my kids cold and sneezing. That stunk. That pillow was my best friend.
Well now you know two people that had it in the wrist. :)
Stephanie
On July 28, 2012...
Hey there Linda:
Hope today finds your wrist not as sore. I had not heard from anyone who had their cath in the wrist. Sounds like you sure walked early. I couldn't walk for 2 hrs..and that was very short compared to others who had it done at the local hospital (6-8 hrs)! Your gown story was way too funny....Sure that wasn't planned??? & just showin' off that new WW bod?? LOL (just kidding)! Hey I wouldn't fault you...and all... 40lbs. is something to be proud of!.. Take care my friend, & rest easy!
Connie T
Linda Hillman Hey Connie, Yeah I am so glad I had it in the wrist too. I asked God for that and he is watching over ... Read more
Linda Hillman Hey Connie, Yeah I am so glad I had it in the wrist too. I asked God for that and he is watching over me. I feel it and its wonderful. I dont think I could have handled laying flat for that long. I was in bed but they put it up a little and brought lunch in. After for about 2 hours I guess, he said want to go for a walk. Told him I needed the little room. When I got up I was so weak couldnt believe it. We both Nurse Charles and I, held on the gown for dear life. He had the top I had the bottom didn't want to moon anyone after all that.. So he said lets go the end of hall not to long, I asked him if he wanted to run. Well you know the answer to that lol. When I got back to my room He looked down and my hand was all red and I was dripping with blood. That made me a little scared.. So he tightened the band up some more with air and started over again. I guess my bp just got a little to high for moving it didnt hold. Actually my hand feels pretty good. It really didnt hurt that much, just a little sting. Not much bruising but it is rather swollen and hard around the area. I cant lift or do anything until tomorrow. Keep a bandaid on for 5 days. I still get a little shaky but I think it is from everything going on, coming off all the those drugs and just all of this. I actually broke down talking to my daughter today. Shes been there and knows.
Yeah when the gown thing hapenede I automatically thought of that person who dropped his drawers in the docs office. That was so funny. Oh well. I guess I will journal have some more news to share. Hope you are doing good.
Getting there
Linda H
On July 28, 2012...
I haven't been on in a month...did I miss your big day? Sounds it...I hope you are doing well and look forward to reading your updates.
Karen
Linda Hillman Hi Karen, No Im still here. I am an emotional basket case now. From one minute to another one never k ... Read more
Linda Hillman Hi Karen, No Im still here. I am an emotional basket case now. From one minute to another one never know what I will do. But it looks like my climb up this mountain is starting to pick up speed. I feel like my head is spinning any more. Hope you are having a good day.
Getting there
LInda H
On July 27, 2012...
Linda,
You gave me the best laugh over the gown story - keep smiling and I'm thinking of you!
...Vick D.
Linda Hillman Hi Vicki, Well when I wrote that I was still on the good stuff. Yesterday I was so shaky. Now I know ... Read more
Linda Hillman Hi Vicki, Well when I wrote that I was still on the good stuff. Yesterday I was so shaky. Now I know what its like in drug rehab lol.But I am glad he knocked me out. But when I found my beautiful gown like that I was thinking of the person on here who dropped his drawers, that was funny.
I was so lucky to have this cath done in my wrist. It still hurts just a little but looks really good. Cant lift anything for another day, then I will be fine I hope.
Hope things get better for you, Hang in there you can do it.
Getting there
Linda H
On July 27, 2012...
Glad you are doing better now. I am surprised that had you do some walking. I had to lay flat for 2hrs after my procedure.
You will be sore for a few days but should be okay. Hang in there!!
Jimmy Johnson
Linda Hillman Hi Jimmy and facebook buddy, Yes Im glad that is over with. I dreaded it, but I am so thankful I had ... Read more
Linda Hillman Hi Jimmy and facebook buddy, Yes Im glad that is over with. I dreaded it, but I am so thankful I had it done in wrist. My daughter did also. With all that I really didnt have to lie flat for so long just wait till I became coherent enough to be turned loose into public again. But after my little walk and nurse Charles looked down at my hand and saw me leaving a trail of blood was not good. That delayed me some more. They put this tight band around the wrist that has air in it. He would come and release just a little air at a time to loosen it up. So when I sprung the leak he had to put more air in and start over. But it was better than the nucular stress test, but Dr Bittrick gave me the good stuff and I slept right thru it. When they said Linda are you ready, I said you havent done anything yet and they said we are done. Wow.
Glad you and family are doing good. Talk later.
Getting there
LInda H
On July 26, 2012...
Dang - those hospital gowns!!! I'm glad your arteries were clear. I had my test through the groin and the nurse wanted me to walk faster. I was doing everything slo mo on purpose so I wouldn't burst!!!
Hang in there Linda - keep your sense of humor!!!!
Warm Regards,
Lee Castro
Linda Hillman Hi Lee, Yes I dont like those gowns. Dont do anything for figure lol. After that little incident when ... Read more
Linda Hillman Hi Lee, Yes I dont like those gowns. Dont do anything for figure lol. After that little incident when I had to go for walk nurse Charles held the top half in back and I made sure I had the bottom half. Didnt want to go out and moon anyone. Probably a minute I wont forget lol. Yes Im glad everything came out good too. My first doc did say I had good blood flow so I really wasnt worried about it.
When I did get up to walk I could hardly stand much less walk. But I did ask him if he wanted to run down the hall. You know the answer to that one. Little did I know I did burst and was leaving a trail of blood. Thats what happens when they tell you to take a 325mg asprin the day of. Dont know why, makes me wonder now that I am headed straight to surgeons office.
Well stay stong we will make it.
Getting there
LInda H
On July 26, 2012...
Update on my mom...
she just got out from having her cath test done. They said she did well and it sounds like things look good so far.
She is working on finishing waking up now. They will be there for a little longer but Im sure as soon as she feels up to it she will be on here.
Thanks for all your prayers. Now its time to move on to the most nerve racking part and then she will officially be one of us. She is gonna do great too.
Stephanie
Linda Hillman Thank you Stephanie You did your job very wll. Just have to figure how you can journal on my side whe ... Read more
Linda Hillman Thank you Stephanie You did your job very wll. Just have to figure how you can journal on my side when its time.
On July 26, 2012...
Hey there my little cheerleader...
I just wanted you to know I was thinking of you today (and everyday) as you push towards the big "climb". Today is your cath, right? I will be thinking of you as you take this major step towards surgery, and pray all goes well. You be strong! You've got this! The "thought" of the cath is far worse than the actual event! Hang tough......waiting to hear
Your Ohio Friend..
Connie T
On July 21, 2012...
Linda,
You and I have a lot in common. I had to wait nearly 10 years as I slowly got worse. However the degredation was so slow, it was hard to feel it progressing. I just realized I could do less & less.
Try not to worry too much about the big filet. Let the surgeon worry about it, you won't even realize he is in there!!
After that, it's simply a process. Walk and USE YOUR SPIROMETER!!! Yes, it is that important.
Remember -- I'm not a runner, but still ran the Peachtree Road Race 10k, 106 days after the surgery. You will be fine for Christmas!! Believe it and look forward to it.
Chuck Holmgreen.
Linda Hillman Hi Chuck, Yeah I have been trying to figure out when this might have all started. Since I was in high ... Read more
Linda Hillman Hi Chuck, Yeah I have been trying to figure out when this might have all started. Since I was in high school, I figured this could happen in some way as the doctor told my Dad it can be heriditary. So it has always been in the back of my mind. I was told about the murmur 6 years ago but I also had this little chest pain longer than that. Always in the same spot. Told doctors about it but nothing was done. When I had my hysterictomy 11 years ago, they had me wearing a heart monitor so now I kinda wondered if they saw something and I never knew about it. Guess I will never know. Oh well, at least I will be getting better now. Just want it over with soon but not before Aug 15th as I think I am going to meet Linda Dixon and Ricki Shine. So Im free anytime after that lol.
The butterflies are still there and I get the shakes once in a while. I think they are eating on me. I weighed myself yesterday and it looks like I am down another 2 lbs. I just might dissappear. lol. I better get dinner.
Getting there
LInda H
On July 20, 2012...
Linda -
This may sound funny, but I'm glad it's time for you to get fixed!! Of course, I'm on the other side and feeling GREAT. I'm looking forward you joining us on the other side.
Yes, you know that waiting is the hardest part, and the butterflies will hit you often.
I'm also glad you don't have much longer to wait. Be involved and look over some the posts you've given to others. It was good advice then and will help you now.
Be involved, embrace it, and WIN.
Choose to have a positive outcome. You CAN choose it and it DOES help.
You're in our prayers.
Chuck Holmgreen
AVR 3/20/12
Linda Hillman Hey Chuck Thank you for the funny comment. But I am too. I was beginning to think I was in this reall ... Read more
Linda Hillman Hey Chuck Thank you for the funny comment. But I am too. I was beginning to think I was in this really bad dream, or I should say night mare. I cant wait to get fixed either. Just want to get it over with but not looking for the big fillet. I
I think my waiting has been two fold. I had the wait to get worse and feel horrible and now I have this wait. But I feel it wont be to long of one as my new doctor said I would be fine for Christmas after I told him he would probably ruin it for me.lol. I have been praying for this just not all the nerves that come with it. But with the help of my new family here I will make it.
Before it is all over my butterflies will probably turn into moths lol. My stomach is mad at me now. It is being very obnoxious. It sounds like a cat fight going on with all these tests where you cant eat after midnight. Hope this is the last one on Thurs. At least I'm lucky to have the cath done thru wrists. I dread that more than any of the other ones. But I always find out you guys are right. Just dont want to do it again.
Stephanie did get moved to Ga and we were there a couple of weeks ago. I told her to look you up if she needed help in finding doctors. Well until later.
Getting there :)
Linda H
On July 20, 2012...
Hi Linda , take it easy and let the hills simply roll out of your way. There is no completion, only a feeling of elation that your engine is up and running
Paul R
Linda Hillman Thanks Paul, I think my engine is going a little to fast and needs to be tuned down a little. Glad yo ... Read more
Linda Hillman Thanks Paul, I think my engine is going a little to fast and needs to be tuned down a little. Glad you are doing good. Have a good day.
Getting there
Linda H
On July 19, 2012...
Mom you have gotten through surgeries before. You can do it again. If I can do it so can you. Remember thats what you always told me too.Try to not think about it so much where you cant sleep. You need all the rest you can get ebfore surgery. I learned that the hard way remember? Its easier said than done. God will take good care of you. I am sure Grandma and Grandpa will be sitting there holding your hands also. You will get through this and be back to normal again. I will be sitting there holding your hand.
And for everyone on here I will do my best to keep you all updated as she goes through her surgery.
Love Stephie
PS Be thankful least you can still eat some salad :( Oh how I crave a huge salad to eat without messing up my blood thinners.Oh well I will keep eating my cucumbers I guess.
Linda Hillman Steph, I will be ok. If I werent nervous and scared I would not be normal. I do feel Gods presence an ... Read more
Linda Hillman Steph, I will be ok. If I werent nervous and scared I would not be normal. I do feel Gods presence and my Dad as well. And I do hope you will be here to watch over me and your Dad. I worry more about him. Love Me
On July 18, 2012...
Hi Linda,
I can relate so much to you. I find myself feeling the highs and lows much more nowadays. Much more sentimental. Stay the course. Keep climbing that mountain!!! Warm Regards, Lee Castro - surgery date Aug 13, 2012
Linda Hillman Hi Lee, Yeah this does suck doesnt it. Everybody says the waiting is the worse and I think they reall ... Read more
Linda Hillman Hi Lee, Yeah this does suck doesnt it. Everybody says the waiting is the worse and I think they really are right. Gee you will be having surgery on my Anniversary date. Cant wait to get to the other side of the mountain with you and everyone else. I go better downhill then I go uphill. I also noticed I cant type worth a darn any more. Glad to have this little ole delete key. You hang in there also.
Getting there
Linda H
On July 18, 2012...
Sending love and prayers your way. Soon I will be reading of your posts on recovery. I know you are anxious and scared but soon you will be fixed/repaired and on your way and all this behind you. You have done your research, you will do great. God Bless. Janis Kielbasa
Linda Hillman Hi Janis, Thanks. Yes I am pretty emotional . Just reading all of these makes me teary eyed. I think ... Read more
Linda Hillman Hi Janis, Thanks. Yes I am pretty emotional . Just reading all of these makes me teary eyed. I think I better get tissues for my purse. I told somebody maybe it is good crying make room for all the water everybody said they get. lol.Gotta make room right? Yeah I feel scared and numb. Guess I wouldn't be right if I didnt. But I know I will make it. I did pray for it to get fixed. For the longest time I felt like I was living a bad dream with all the waiting I did. Well until later
Getting there
Linda H
So glad you finally got a date! September is a good month......and when you start walking outside.....perhaps it won't be so hot there in beautiful South Carolina!
I remember when I finally got my date....it seemed that the "calm" came soon after....You hang in there....we are all supporting you & know you can do this!
So you say that surgeon is a "looker" eh?....hummmm... perhaps I will bring my green & white pom poms down to South Carolina & just "hang out" in the waiting room with your husband & Stephanie...you sound like you could use some up close & personal cheering! lol...(.gotta go....gonna check for cheap flights haha)
Keeping you close in prayer...
Your Ohio Friend....
Connie T
Yes I do feel some kind of calmness working it way over me. I'm glad it will be in Sept too. The humidity will start going down and it will help with being outdoors in walking. Ok the cheapest flights down here on Southwest to GSP. It was hard with Stephanies 3 hour wait, I just cant imagine 6hours. Hope he holds up.
Yep Dr Marazas is good looking. Not fair for a heart doctor will probably make heart rate go up lol. He is a little young but I picked up his bio in the office and quite impressive. That helps.
My reg doctor is Dr Casey. Remember him from the good ole days. Never thought I would have a famous doctor. lol. So until I will be looking for you at GSP but not on the 19th. I have a date. It will have to be before. lol
Mooving on up
Linda H