Gabi x posted a note for Rachel that says:
Gr8 stuff!
On February 7, 2014...
Jennifer Wealleans posted a note for Rachel that says:
Hi Rachel, I'm Jennifer, I know your Mam and Dad from St Peter's in Cramlington. Fantastic news to here that you might have "weekend leave" next week. I'm so pleased for you. It must be so exciting to have your own personal "things" around you again, if only for a short while. Everyone back in Cramlington, including the Little Fishes group, continue to pray for you. God bless.
On February 7, 2014...
Hilary Hill posted a note for Rachel that says:
Fab Rachel. I'm so pleased for you. You must be a determined young lady. Lots of love Hilary xxx
On February 7, 2014...
Rebecca S. (Austin, Texas ) posted a note for Rachel that says:
Rachel, that's so wonderful that you are getting to go home! You have come so far. God has really blessed you and your family with a second chance at life. I know there is still a ways to go, but it's forward. Keep up a the good work!!!!
On February 7, 2014...
Anna Smith posted a note for Rachel that says:
Hi Rachel,
I'm Anna (middle daughter of Sue and Alastair Smith, your parents' old school friends!) We used to meet up as kids... a long time ago! Mum's been keeping me updated on your progress, it's really amazing how far you've come, hope you continue to make the same progress - will keep up to date on here :)
On February 7, 2014...
Susan Smith posted a note for Rachel that says:
Wahoo! 😊 what great news. Hoping and praying it happens. God is and He watching out for you. love to u and everyone.
On February 7, 2014...
Phil & Sharon posted a note for Rachel that says:
It is really great to read today's news. So pleased for you
Lots of love
On February 7, 2014...
Glenys posted a note for Rachel that says:
Fantastic news! xxx
On February 7, 2014...
Rebecca posted a note for Rachel that says:
Oh Rachel what a great day I am so proud of you as you have fought so hard and you are winning well done I can't wait to see u xxxx keep praying it works xxxx
Love to your mum dad and Lawson xxx can't wait to see them too
On February 7, 2014...
Martin & Helen posted a note for Rachel that says:
What fantastic news Rach!!!!
Sure Lawson will have the flat spick and span and full of roses for the Valentine homecoming. Not to mention the home cooked gourmet meal. No pressure there then?
All our love
On February 7, 2014...
Debbie Cross posted a note for Rachel that says:
That is such wonderful news!Can't wait to hear about your "outing"!
On February 7, 2014...
Clare posted a note for Rachel that says:
Hi
I just recently joined this community but went back and read your whole journal. I will pray for your continued healing. I am glad there is possibility of you getting home if even for a day or two.
From St Louis Missouri
On February 7, 2014...
Paul R posted a note for Rachel that says:
Rach fantastic news! Next step along the way and a major one at that :-)
On February 7, 2014...
Chris Ward posted a note for Rachel that says:
Wow, great news! Bet you can't wait to see the outside world again! Does Lawson need special training for the event? Still praying for you all.
On February 7, 2014...
Ernie A.S. posted a note for Rachel that says:
Wonderful news.
On February 7, 2014...
Andrew Mc posted a note for Rachel that says:
Dear Rachel,
I have been kept informed about everything that's been happening over the past few months courtesy of your family (and now your) updates. You have never been far from my thoughts (nor my family's) and in all our prayers.
We are all so glad to be hearing from you directly now, and particularly excited to hear of your impending discharge!
I have been so impressed at how you and your family have coped through this.
With my prayers and best wishes,
On February 7, 2014...
Catherine Taylor posted a note for Rachel that says:
That's amazing news that home is finally in sight! Well done lovely :) xxx
On February 6, 2014...
Rebecca posted a note for Rachel that says:
Hi Rachel, it all sounds like you are improving very steadily, I am so happy that after all the prayers and tears we have shed including me!, you are on the road to getting better and living you new life a healthy woman. I cant wait to see you and hope it is soon
love always
On February 6, 2014...
Karen Ridgway (mum to Adriana, two years on from AVR) posted a note for Rachel that says:
Great news on all fronts! Keep up the good work Rachel. God Bless xxxx
On February 6, 2014...
Sandy Wummer - USA posted a note for Rachel that says:
Everything sounds encouraging for you. I remember when my recovery was going slow. I reacted to every bit of news (espeially the not so good news). but now, 6 months after my last heart surgery, i am much more relaxed with it.. The docs told me it is perfectly normal to feel that way, especially after a complicated recovery. now i focus on just today. every day for me is a gift i cherish. every person in my life I love a little more. still praying for you and happy to see you posting yourself now. XXOO
On February 6, 2014...
Helen Hodge x posted a note for Rachel that says:
You are one tough cookie - so pleased you are doing so well. Love to you and all the family x
On February 6, 2014...
Melanie posted a note for Rachel that says:
Great progress Rachel, so glad your managing a little better now. It's a shame you've had Christmas and Lawsons birthday in hospital but he is hopeful by the time you get around to yours you'll be home again. That would be worth looking forward to.
It's a shame we won't get to see you here in Australia, but I will work on coming over next year. Keep up the good work, love to you both and Vicki, Peter & Caroline.
On February 6, 2014...
Jade posted a note for Rachel that says:
Yo hinny. It's so nice to hear from you. So happy things are going so well. Miss ya lots xxxx
On February 6, 2014...
Gabi x posted a note for Rachel that says:
WOW! That is what I said after reading your PHEWPH post. Your really are an amazing girl Rach darling. I understand about the mood swings - I am getting it that it all changes so I try not to get too caught up in either a good one nor a bad one as each is temporary. Blessings to you all!
On February 6, 2014...
Glenys posted a note for Rachel that says:
Rachel, well done!! I'm so proud of you.
I've heard that creme egg brownies are the in thing. Maybe you could get someone to make some for you-must be good for weight gain!
With love from both of us.xx
On February 6, 2014...
Ellen Ridsdale posted a note for Rachel that says:
Hi Rachel,
I am so encouraged by how you continue to improve. I am in the early stages with MVR and aoertic leaks so it was hard to see you go through so much difficulty but I am thankful now that you are improving all the time. Thank God.
On February 6, 2014...
Jim Jones posted a note for Rachel that says:
Rach
Great progress today. So glad to hear that you are breaking new ground. My goodness, you are tough! Keep 'er up.
Good luck with your appetite and eating. Keep up the walking. I certainly enjoy reading your posts as I know others do. (Have your sister give you a gold star for posting...)
You have a whole team cheering you on.
All the best.
On February 6, 2014...
Kate posted a note for Rachel that says:
Hi Rachel, it is such a joy to hear from you personally. ~We have given thanks for all the good news recently at our prayer group this afternoon. We will continue to give thanks and to pray for you and your family. it is brilliant to hear from you whatever the news, so keep them blogs coming :) Much love in our Lord Jesus from all at Hill St, Swadlincote. (Matthew and Abi and George Batten's new church family)
On February 5, 2014...
Kerry jenkins posted a note for Rachel that says:
Hi rachal, met your family a few weeks ago, glad you are doing well. Hope to meet you soon. Just remember everything you are going through is a journey to recovery 😄Kerry
On February 5, 2014...
Rebecca posted a note for Rachel that says:
HAPPY BIRTHDAY LAWSON may this birthday be the start of your best year yet with your amazing beautiful girlfriend . Hope you have a lovely piece if cake xxxx thinking of you all
Love to your mum & dad too xxx
On February 5, 2014...
Ann Jackson posted a note for Rachel that says:
Happy birthday Lawson!!! You are all extraordinary people!! You and Rach have a HUGE piece of birthday cake!!🎈🍰🎂
On February 5, 2014...
Ernie A.S. posted a note for Rachel that says:
Rachel, you can have some of my weight. I've got more than I need.
Good to hear the infection numbers are looking better.
Keep smiling.
Happy birthday Lawson.
On February 4, 2014...
Jackie posted a note for Rachel that says:
So glad you are doing ok, keep up the good work! Happy birthday to Lawson!
Jackie. USA
On February 4, 2014...
Jim Jones posted a note for Rachel that says:
Hey Rach
New mattress, now that is a good thing. Happy birthday to Lawson. Great news on infection markers. Keep that trend up!
Hope you can progress on the nutrition end of things-that would be a great development.
Glad you have a new Kindle, well done.
I hope you have a great couple of days, Rach. We are thinking the very best thoughts for you. All the best!
On February 4, 2014...
Claire Percival and Family xxxxxxxx posted a note for Rachel that says:
Keep munching on yummy treats my lovely Rach they will sort you out. LOVING your endless positivity you are such an inspiration, keep going beautiful lady and enjoy that lovely mattress! Sweet dreams love hope you have lovely soft dreams love you lots
On February 4, 2014...
Peter and nancy Scott posted a note for Rachel that says:
Keep it up, girlie! Love hearing from you.
On February 4, 2014...
fiona(shars sister) posted a note for Rachel that says:
it is so good to hear all your positive updates, long May they continue and hopefully the weight will start piling on soon x
On February 4, 2014...
Karen Ridgway (mum to Adriana, two years on from AVR) posted a note for Rachel that says:
Gosh how annoying Rachel! Fantastic news re infection markers.
With regard to increasing weight, there are sometimes protein drinks that you can take to increase weight but I am certain they have maybe tried that already.
Just think of all the catching up you can do when you get out and can celebrate Lawson's birthday AND eat copious amounts of everything you shouldn't.
Continued prayers for you Rachel. God Bless xxxxx
On February 4, 2014...
Ann Jackson posted a note for Rachel that says:
Rachel,
I love reading your journal because, despite what you are going through, you are making us all laugh!! Your wit and humor will help you get through this. You continue to be in my daily prayers and I'm so thankful that you are progressing so well. Youth is on your side and you will pull through with flying colors !!💜❤️
On February 4, 2014...
Sheena Ward posted a note for Rachel that says:
Hi Rachel. It is so good to read your own comments in this journal. I have to say though that Vicki, Lawson and your Dad and Mum did an awesome job updating us when you weren't able to. We continue to pray for you, and we're very specific when we know what it is you need. So we'll be praying for significant weight gain and a good biopsy result tomorrow. So pleased that your infection level has come down so much! Please give Lawson our best wishes for his birthday tomorrow. Lots of love from Chris and me. xx
On February 4, 2014...
Robert and Anne Peers posted a note for Rachel that says:
Hi Rachel. You don't know us (least we don't think so!) but we feel we know you having been praying for you all through this time. Be encouraged and remember that journeys have bends and corners where you can't see ahead and dips in the road so you can't see where you've come from. Throughout these changes, God is God. Bless you.
On February 4, 2014...
Rebecca posted a note for Rachel that says:
Hi Rachel I lost a load of weight too and went down from 9 stone to nearly 6 stone! I am 5ft 7 do that's very thing I cried when u saw me naked . U found that once I was out of hospital I then started to gradually put weight on and once it started then it went in at a good rate x I'm sure you will start putting some weight in again and I found McDonald's milkshakes were good and chocolate eclairs and cheese and crackers . Is live to bring you some cake x I still can't wait to give you a hug x I've still got the little white dots on my neck from the central line aswell as the long heart scar but without then is not be here so I'm proud. To have them xx
Happy birthday to Lawson
Love
Rebecca xxx
On February 4, 2014...
Mark Simpson posted a note for Rachel that says:
Hi Rachel, Mark here from Cramlington. I've been following your progress from Sheena's updates on our prayer chain.
Just wanted you to know that I really look forward to your journal updates and news. I thought of you again this morning whilst watching Diana Nyad, an her motto, her mantra, never give up. See if you can watch it:
http://www.ted.com/talks/diana_nyad_never_ever_give_up.html
I've recently started a new job, and that has lots of challenges too, but trying to take strength from others too to keep going, and find a way.
Mark x
On February 4, 2014...
Simon posted a note for Rachel that says:
Rachel: sounds like the princess and the pea.
Martin and Helen: "If Lawson's cooking is no good.."? Shame on you!
Vicki: welcome back to the north, chuck (as I believe they are inclined to call you up here).
Lawson: happy birthday tomorrow, my old china.
On February 4, 2014...
brian maxwell posted a note for Rachel that says:
Tell that Dad of yours to get making some Yorkshire puddings!
Hope you get that weight up soon
love Brian & Marion
On February 4, 2014...
Susan Smith posted a note for Rachel that says:
Rachel you deserve the new mattress. Praying for you to put on some weight. I'm trying to lose weight before surgery and I will give you all my extra,if it will help you. Have a great day and keep up the good fight. Love u
On February 4, 2014...
Marie M. posted a note for Rachel that says:
That is amazing news Rachel! I'm so glad for you and your family. It's also wonderful that your sister Vicki is going to move and be close to you help you.Glad it that all worked out for you both. I have three sisters and they were a great help and support to me through my MVR and then open heart surgeries, back to back the same day and recovery in reb. until last Feb.28,2013 the day I finally went home. So keep up the good work, you're in my prayers to make it all the way. God Bless you all.
On February 2, 2014...
Melanie (& Steve Wilkinson) posted a note for Rachel that says:
Hi Rachel
You don't know us but we know your mum and dad and have been praying for you. I am training for the great north swim this year ( beginners level) and try to say a prayer for you every alternative length I swim- the return length gives me time to pray for my mum! So pleased to hear about your progress so far and will keep on praying. Lovely to put a. Face to your name through this journal and speak to you directly.
On February 2, 2014...
Julia and Keith R posted a note for Rachel that says:
Hi Rachel!
You don't know me but we know your mum and dad - we are thrilled with your progress and are continuing to pray for you. be blessed!
On February 2, 2014...
Wendy and David posted a note for Rachel that says:
Hi Rachel, It's been an absolute pleasure to pray for you on a daily basis and to hear of your progress. You're doing great!! Keep it up!