please keep us up to date. Is Randa recovering well?
On April 7, 2011...
Yeah!!!!!! Good for you, Randa!!!!!! Hang in there!!!!
Christy Naughton
On April 7, 2011...
I just came home and got the good news - I expected it but the happiness that I feel is immense and I know that the whole family will be a bit relaxed now, there will be room for a really new zest for life and huge gratefulness to be here&now and be able to experience the beauty of spring!
Heal well, Randa, and enjoy this process recovery to the fullest!!!! A special hug to my dear friend Lamia and thanks for leaving the message!!!!!
On April 7, 2011...
We're thrilled to hear it went so smoothly. Keep up the good work!
Larry & Nancy
On April 7, 2011...
Congratulations, Randa!!! Good for you. My stomach does flips every time I read that someone else has had their surgery. Boy, that was a short surgery. I wish you all the best for a very easy and speedy recovery and long and happy life with your beautiful family. Can't wait to read the details when you're up for it.
Ruth Howell
On April 7, 2011...
Facing the same surgery tomorrow and that is emotional wonderful news! Thank you for keeping us informed. Go Randa Go!
Darren in Halifax at the QE2 Hospital
On April 7, 2011...
Dear Randa,
I hope your surgery was successful and are reading this some time today.Just wanted to wish you well.
Keith
On April 7, 2011...
Thanks for the update Cornel! It's soooooooo great to hear that all went well. I know she's happy it's over and she can recover! Sending prayers for an uneventful and speedy recover!
Vickie
On April 7, 2011...
What awesome news - what a relief! Thank you God for answered prayers! I am very glad to hear those words "minimally invasive." I will now pray that that means a quicker recovery!
Karen O.
On April 7, 2011...
Yeah...great news and we are doing the Snoopy dance for Randa (ok I am, maybe not Bob but he is happy too)!! Please tell Randa to take all the drugs they offer her to manage the pain so she is not stressing herself out more through the recovery. Lots of hugs coming her way. God heard our prayers and we will continue to offer them through her recovery.
Warmly,
Noreen & Bob
On April 7, 2011...
Best news of the day!! That is what I was waiting to hear. Let her know that friends at CIGNA are thinking about her. Keep the updates coming. Thanks!
On April 7, 2011...
We appreciate the updates and are glad to hear such great news. Staying positive and sending good thoughts and prayers your way for continued success!
On April 7, 2011...
WONDERFUL!!! We are thinking about you continually!! Many Many thoughts and prayers coming your way!
On April 7, 2011...
Yea! Minimally Invasive! What great news. So glad for Randa and her family.
Congratulations!
John in Phoenix
On April 7, 2011...
Cornel and Randa,
Were so happy! Stay calm!
Praying for a speedy recovery
Anne & John
On April 7, 2011...
That is amazing! So happy it went smoothly and non invasive was an option! the worst is behind you now! Please pass along my wish for a speedy recovery!
Best,
Tara Gambardella
On April 7, 2011...
So glad to hear all went well. Wishing you all the best as you recover. Laurie
On April 7, 2011...
Way to go Randa. Wishing you a speedy recovery, but take it easy and rest like you are supposed to when you get home. The boys can take care of Mom!
Stacy
On April 7, 2011...
Yaaaay! Tell Randa to take it easy and try to enjoy this down time. We will hope for a speedy recovery!
On April 7, 2011...
Randa, glad to hear everything went well. I knew with your determination it would. I will keep you in my prayers. Be good and listen to the nurses and the doctor.
On April 7, 2011...
Hi Cornel -
I'm so happy to hear things went well. Thanks for the update and look forward to seeing you both soon!
Kim M
On April 7, 2011...
GREAT NEWS - looking forward to hearing more! Give her a hug from everyone.
Sue Ryder
On April 7, 2011...
Praying for you and your family.
Linda
On April 7, 2011...
We're thinking positive thoughts for you Randa! Looking forward to hearing that it all went well :)
Beth, Steve, Em, Susie and Sarah
On April 7, 2011...
Dear Randa,
All my love and thoughts are with you today!
I will call you over the weekend, so rest and recover until then.
Much love,
Clav
On April 7, 2011...
Thanks Cornel for keeping us up to date. It's 7:30 now and my thoughts are with both you and Randa. jGive her hugs from me when you can.
Steff
On April 6, 2011...
The prayers will keep coming!!! - the Varni's
On April 6, 2011...
Sending positive thoughts & prayers your way Randa and fam. :-) -Eva
On April 6, 2011...
Hi Randa!
I'm glad that things went well today. Please know that I'm thinking of you and sending positive, healing thoughts your way.
~ Erin
On April 6, 2011...
Thanks for the update Cornel. Please tell Randa she is in our thoughts and prayers tonight and tomorrow, and we just know tomorrow's surgery will be hugely successful.
With our support and friendship,
Noreen & Bob
On April 6, 2011...
Thinking of you all day today! Justin had a great day..jammies and all!! He can't wait to see you when you get back from "the heart store." I'll hug him for you in the a.m.
You'll be a new woman this time tomorrow!!
We'll be thinking of you!!
"Ms. Doreen"
On April 6, 2011...
With our love to you dearest Randa,we think of you and pray for you , wishing you very quick recovery.
Margo & Samir
Margo@aburahmeh.com
On April 6, 2011...
Hi Randa,
How are you?I am glad if you get to read this before your surgery.I wish you a perfect operation,a speedy uneventful recovery and try not to worry,that's what friends and family are for.
Mark and I have spoken.Perhaps he had written to you also.We all send you our love.
With all the best
Keith
On April 6, 2011...
Hello Randa
John and I just want you to know were thinking of you.Your in our thoughts prayers.
We are looking forward to see you in the fall (UConn Football)
Hang in there
Fondly
Anne & John
On April 6, 2011...
Hi Randa!
All of us in Ohio are keeping you in our prayers and our thoughts! This will be over before you know it!
Mona
On April 6, 2011...
Randa,
I just found out from John about your condition and surgery. Please know that you have my families love and support and that we and thinking about and praying for you. Think positive thoughts and you will do great. Let us know if you we can do anything for you and the family ok? Talk to you after the surgery. Smile and keep your head up. :-)
Much love,
Colin
On April 6, 2011...
My mom should be in by now...surgery was scheduled for 7:30. Whew, it is NOT going to be an easy day for me...already feeling the tears. Thinking of both of you today. Will let you know how things go later today. Thank you for all your posts and kind words. You have helped me thru this in more ways than you know. It's that Karma thing!
Angel
Randa Gaalswijk Karama - I agree! I am in the waiting area of the cardio center waiting for them to take me in for m ... Read more
Randa Gaalswijk Karama - I agree! I am in the waiting area of the cardio center waiting for them to take me in for my cath. Cornel is asleep in a chair and I have more nervous energy than I can handle. Thinking of your mom. It will all be good. For both of us - and we can celebrate together afterward! Randa
On April 6, 2011...
Good Morning Randa,
You have been in my thoughts and prayers everyday and will continue to be. Tomorrow after your surgery your road to recovery begins. Each day you will see tremendous improvements, our bodies are incredible! Be kind and gentle to yourself. Right now this is all about you. You have a wonderful support system in your family and with your friends and I know they as I are all rooting for you.
Love all your updates!
Your friend Elaine
On April 6, 2011...
Randa ~
You'll be in good hands at B & W. I'm sure they'll take excellent care of you & you'll be home before you know it. Please know that special thoughts & prayers are going out to you & your family for a speedy recovery. I'm looking forward to getting together with you soon.
Hugs!
Colleen
On April 6, 2011...
Randa know you are in the best hands ever! You are in our prayers and thoughts daily. Listen to your husband and doctors and I am sure we will see you back at the Y before you know it. Hugs, Maggie
On April 6, 2011...
Lots of love travels with you. All will be well. Your heart will be ready to give and receive more love! This is just God's way of making sure you can handle it all! (The overflowing cake pan had to be a metaphor!)
Love you!
Pauline :-)
On April 5, 2011...
Hope all goes well. Thinking of you and praying that all will go well.
Hani
On April 5, 2011...
Hi Randa. I haven't had a chance to contact you via email yet, but am hoping you get this before Thursday. Please remember, everything is going to be fine. You'll be back home to your boys in no time at all. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Stacy(CA)
Randa Gaalswijk Thank you Stacy. I am glad you wrote. I have been thinking about you too. We are going off to Bost ... Read more
Randa Gaalswijk Thank you Stacy. I am glad you wrote. I have been thinking about you too. We are going off to Boston in about 30 minutes. I am nervous - but OK. Just focusing on getting back home as soon as possible. My husband is going to update the site. Take Care
Randa
On April 5, 2011...
Hi Randa,
Been thinking about you and Cornel and your wonderful family alot these past few days. Just want you to know you are in my prayers and am looking forward to seeing all of you again real soon. I'm sure all will go well and you be up and at it real soon. Wisshing you all the best on Thursday and will be anxious to see an update on your progress.
Peace and love,
Joe W
On April 5, 2011...
Hi Randa - it looks like you have everything ready to go and "have your mind right" as they say. I am at day 5 and came home today. You are going to have an uneventful surgery and a smooth recovery. The goal, just get through the icky stuff to get to the good stuff. You got this and I'm sending you prayers and good healing vibes!
Be Blessed,
Vickie
On April 5, 2011...
Randa
Best wishes for an uneventful procedure and God's speed in your recovery! You'll feel better and have more energy than you have in years. It's amazing!
Michael Bartlett
Knoxville, TN
On April 5, 2011...
Dear Randa,I have been thinking of you all day.I just want you to know that I love you very much. Drive carefully to Boston tomorrow.I am sure all the tests are going to be fine. I wish you and your family Joy Hope Peace Love and plenty of sunshine
See tomorrow late afternoon in Boston
Mom
On April 5, 2011...
Hi Randa my name is Richard and I also had a valve replacement one year ago in Jan,2010 .by doctor Cohn. The staff at B&W thought the world of him .I also thought the nurses went far and above, I can"t say enough about them. My wife was planing on spending the nights with me to make sure I was looked after on the night shift. She spent one night and I was in for nine days.If your lucky and get a woman by the name of Hope on the night watch your in for a treat. My wife accused me of falling in love with her! All joking aside your in great hands and with those two boys, by the time you get the okay to start driving life will be getting better every day . My thoughts and prayers will be with you and I'll be signing up to see your progress.--Richard Ingham from Maine
Randa Gaalswijk Hi Richard - Thank you so much for your message. It made me smile to know that you had a great exper ... Read more
Randa Gaalswijk Hi Richard - Thank you so much for your message. It made me smile to know that you had a great experience at B&W and with Dr. Cohn. My husband is coming up with me and plans on staying. We will look for Hope and tell her you said hello. It is nice to hear you are doing so well. Randa G
On April 5, 2011...
Hello Randa - just wanted to let you know I am thinking about you and your family. I have complete faith that all will go just fine! Looking forward to hearing from you post op. Here's a big hug from me to you!! :) Sheila
On April 5, 2011...
Sending positive energy your way! Looking forward to sweating next to you at the Y!