Kimberly Goodloe - Heart Valve Journal

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March 17, 2019

"Saving Lives Together"
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Kimberly Goodloe https://www.heart.org/en/healthy-living/healthy-lifestyle/prevent-heart-disease-and-stroke

8 Things You Can Do to Prevent Heart Disease and Stroke

https://www.heart.org/en/healthy-living/healthy-lifestyle/prevent-heart-disease-and-stroke

How can you live a longer, healthier life.

Fay Kozas Thank you, Kimberly, for sharing. No matter how many times we are reminded, it is never enough. And I wish that you, too, should live a long, healthy life!

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Happy Valentine's Day. May your day be filled with love & happy moments

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February 12, 2019 Like | Kimberly Goodloe, Shannon Gray, Debbie Kelly and 4 others like this

Kimberly Goodloe Today , I reflect on my “Journey of the Heart” ( ten year open heart anniversary) and give God all the honor & praise for saving my life.

I was born ... Read more

Kimberly Goodloe Today , I reflect on my “Journey of the Heart” ( ten year open heart anniversary) and give God all the honor & praise for saving my life.

I was born with an abnormal heart valve ( birth defect) and developed symptoms at age 42. I notified my doctor, a test was ordered then I received a mechanical valve in my heart on February 12th, 2009. Four days later I developed heart blockage . The doctor informed my family that I would need a pace maker to help my heart function. A year later, my third surgery took place : pace maker revision. My fourth surgery took place on December 21st, 2015; I received new batteries in my pace maker.

How do I cope with my daily health obstacles? By relying on my faith in God and the support I continue to receive from my family, neighbors, friends ,medical team, our heart valve surgery family , church community and the American Heart Association.

I’m committed to raising heart awareness , sharing my story of survival and encouraging heart patients throughout the community to focus on positive thoughts, smile through the low moments, keep the faith and never lose hope.

Thanks everyone for all of your prayers & support.

Have a beautiful day.

Meredith Bray <3 you're amazing!

Kimberly Goodloe Hi Meredith. I appreciate your support. Have a wonderful day

Fay Kozas You look great! "Lady in Red". Enjoy, enjoy, enjoy!

Kimberly Goodloe Thanks Fay. Have a beautiful week

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Kimberly Goodloe Only one month away.....
National Heart Valve Awareness Day will take place on Friday, February 22nd, 2019

Kimberly Goodloe http://www.valvediseaseday.org/

National Heart Valve Disease Awareness Day

http://www.valvediseaseday.org/

Increasing recognition of the specific risks and symptoms of heart valve disease

Kimberly Goodloe https://www.heart.org/en/health-topics/heart-valve-problems-and-disease/heart-valve-disease-personal-stories

Heart Valve Disease Personal Stories

http://www.heart.org/en/health-topics/heart-valve-problems-and-disease/heart-valve-disease-personal-stories

Facing heart valve surgery can be a daunting task. Hear from other patients sharing their experience with heart valve surgery.

Tracy Fallu Who knew that any of us would be celebrating this day? I sure didn’t.
We are all ♥️ warriors. Be good to yourself.

Kimberly Goodloe Hi Tracy. I hope you have a happy & heathy new year

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December 21, 2018 Like | Kimberly Goodloe, Rob Sparling, Rosemary Bobicz Creutz and 2 others like this

Kimberly Goodloe Have a Happy & Blessed Holiday Season.

Barbara Wood Happy Holidays Kimberly:)!

Kimberly Goodloe Thanks Barbara. Have a happy and blessed new year

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December 17, 2018

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December 17, 2018

"Heart Walking at Rhodes Jordan Park"

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#RhodesJordanPark

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#RhodesJordanPark

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Kimberly Goodloe Two months and counting..
National Wear Red Day will take place on Friday, February 1st, 2019

Kimberly Goodloe https://www.goredforwomen.org/get-involved/national-wear-red-day/what-it-means-to-go-red-for-women/

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November 19, 2018 Like | Kimberly Goodloe, Debbie Kelly, Rita Savelis and 1 other likes this

Kimberly Goodloe https://4wedobelieve.wordpress.com/2018/11/19/hope-for-the-holiday-season/

Hope for the Holiday Season

https://4wedobelieve.wordpress.com/2018/11/19/hope-for-the-holiday-season/

Please feel free to share the community resources with your family & friends. Have a happy and blessed holiday season. Sincerely, Kimberly …

Rita Savelis Lovely photo Kimberly. Always happy to see your posts.

Kimberly Goodloe Thanks Rita. I appreciate your kind words.

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November 8, 2018 Like | Kimberly Goodloe, Molly Ivers, Sommer Russell and 4 others like this

Kimberly Goodloe It's my birthday. Thank you God. Nine year open heart survivor. I'm so grateful

Molly Ivers Happy Birthday!

Susan Lynn Happy Birthday! 🎂

Kimberly Goodloe Thanks everyone. I appreciate your support. Have a beautiful day

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October 5, 2018

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October 5, 2018

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October 4, 2018 Like | Kimberly Goodloe, Rosemary Bobicz Creutz, Mark Wilbur likes this

Kimberly Goodloe Pictures taken at Tribble Mill Park, Lawrenceville, GA

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Kimberly Goodloe Pictures taken at Tribble Mill Park, Lawrenceville, Ga

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September 30, 2018 Like | Kimberly Goodloe, Kimberly Goodloe, Mark Wilbur and 1 other likes this

Kimberly Goodloe
https://4wedobelieve.wordpress.com/2018/09/30/a-walk-with-purpose-2/

“A Walk With Purpose”

https://4wedobelieve.wordpress.com/2018/09/30/a-walk-with-purpose-2/

Sharing pictures from the 2018 Metro Atlanta Heart Walk. I thank God for giving me the strength to start and finish my 9th heart walk. …

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August 25, 2018 Like | Kimberly Goodloe, Dan Vechiola, Tim Chapman and 2 others like this

Kimberly Goodloe
The Heart Walk is the American Heart Association’s premier event for raising funds to save lives from this country’s No. 1 and No. 5 killers – heart ... Read more

Kimberly Goodloe
The Heart Walk is the American Heart Association’s premier event for raising funds to save lives from this country’s No. 1 and No. 5 killers – heart disease and stroke. Join us on Saturday, September 29th, 2018 at the Georgia World Congress Center/Yellow Lot/8am.
I’m Heartwalking ( my 9th year) to improve the overall health and well-being of Americans and future generations.

https://4wedobelieve.wordpress.com/2018/04/11/a-walk-with-purpose/

“A Walk with Purpose”

https://4wedobelieve.wordpress.com/2018/04/11/a-walk-with-purpose/

The Heart Walk is the American Heart Association’s premier event for raising funds to save lives from this country’s No. 1 and No. 5 killers – heart disease and stroke. Join us on…

Kimberly Goodloe
Sharing my story of triumph and healing: English and Spanish version.
For additional information, please click the link below.
I’m committed to helping ... Read more

Kimberly Goodloe
Sharing my story of triumph and healing: English and Spanish version.
For additional information, please click the link below.
I’m committed to helping patients and their caregivers cope with the recovery process..
https://4wedobelieve.wordpress.com/2018/03/12/heart-survivor-sobreviviente-de-corazon/

Heart survivor: sobreviviente de corazón

https://4wedobelieve.wordpress.com/2018/03/12/heart-survivor-sobreviviente-de-corazon/

Photo Credit: Sharing my story of triumph and healing: English and Spanish version. Heart Survivo…

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August 25, 2018 Like | Kimberly Goodloe, Rita Savelis, Willie Radl likes this

Kimberly Goodloe AHA ANNOUNCES 2018-19 GEORGIA ADVOCACY COMMITTEE
I thank God for the opportunity to serve as Vice Chair. I’m committed to advocating for the uninsured, sharing ... Read more

Kimberly Goodloe AHA ANNOUNCES 2018-19 GEORGIA ADVOCACY COMMITTEE
I thank God for the opportunity to serve as Vice Chair. I’m committed to advocating for the uninsured, sharing my heart journey , raising funds for medical research and providing community resources.

Please click the link below to read the entire article.

https://www.yourethecure.org/ga_sacintro2018-19?utm_campaign=nat082218news1&utm_medium=email&utm_source=yourethecure

AHA Announces 2018-19 Georgia Advocacy Committee

https://www.yourethecure.org/ga_sacintro2018-19?utm_campaign=nat082218news1

We’re pleased to announce the appointment of our Georgia Advocacy Committee for 2018-2019. Returning to chair the committee this year is Laura Colbert, Executive Director of Georgians for a Healthy Future. Kimberly Goodloe serves as Vice Chair. She is a heart disease survivor and longtime advocate.

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July 26, 2018 Like | Kelly Stoll, patrizia cioffi, Kimberly Goodloe and 2 others like this

I thank God for giving me the strength to share my story of survival from open heart and three pace maker surgeries.

Kimberly Goodloe https://www.amazonswatchmagazine.com/health-personal/the-aftermath-of-a-heart-surgery-a-story-of-kimberly-goodloe/

The Aftermath of a Heart Surgery- A Story of Kimberly Goodloe - Amazons Watch Magazine

http://www.amazonswatchmagazine.com/health-personal/the-aftermath-of-a-heart-surgery-a-story-of-kimberly-goodloe/

After getting a mechanical heart valve replacement and a pacemaker, former social worker and teacher Kimberly Goodloe found herself in an unfamiliar position: asking for help. Making peace with the surgeries she required and adjusting to her new “normal” presented significant challenges to the active, independent woman, who was more comfortable helping others. She also

Rita Savelis Always lovely to hear from you Kimberly. Thanks for all your good work.

Kimberly Goodloe Thanks Rita. I appreciate your kindness

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July 26, 2018

Reflections: July 2015 The American Heart Association established the Heart Valve Patient Ambassador program,a small, volunteer-based group of patients and caregivers who offer support to the millions of Americans impacted by heart valve disease.

Kimberly Goodloe I represent the State of Georgia

https://news.heart.org/ambassador-program-created-to-support-heart-valve-patients/

Ambassador program created to support heart valve patients - News on Heart.org

https://news.heart.org/ambassador-program-created-to-support-heart-valve-patients/

By AMERICAN HEART ASSOCIATION NEWS After surviving cancer in her teens, Susan Strong spent her life thinking sheâd be lucky to reach 50. On the eve of that milestone and eight months after a heart valve procedure, she has a new attitude. âThis past year has been about making meaning …

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July 25, 2018 Like | Kimberly Goodloe, Phyllis Petersen, Judy Shaw and 6 others like this

Sharing words of encouragement for anyone coping with health obstacles on a daily basis.... You are brave You are strong You are amazing "Keep Smiling and Shine on " #atlanta #survivor #supportiswhy #sharefromheart #GoRedForWomen

Valerie Altman THANK U!! NEEDED THAT

MARIE PICUN Thanks

Rita Savelis You're amazing Kimberly!

Kimberly Goodloe Thanks everyone. Have a beautiful day

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June 21, 2018 Like | Kimberly Goodloe, Jennifer John, Judy Shaw and 3 others like this

Happy First Day of Summer.

Tim Chapman :)

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May 11, 2018 Like | Judy Shaw, Kelly Stoll, Barbara Wood likes this

My heartfelt wish for you on Mother's Day : May your day be filled with love & happiness.

Judy Shaw Beautiful

Bonnie Stone-Hope Lovely!
Thank you.

Kimberly Goodloe Have a happy and relaxing weekend

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May 9, 2018

Celebrating National Hospital Week

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May 9, 2018 Like | Susan Lynn, Kimberly Goodloe likes this

Kimberly Goodloe Sharing a collection of hearts from my collage project during National Hospital Week

Marie Myers Pretty! You are the "EverReady Bunny " of all things Heart Health...❤️ Thanks for all you do.

Lilly Black Beautiful and a wonderful reminder of how LOVE is the center of everything, no matter what we all go through and experience in life. Thank you, Kimberly!

Bonnie Stone-Hope Lovely!

Kimberly Goodloe Thanks Marie, Lilly and Bonnie

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May 9, 2018 Like | Susan Lynn likes this

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May is American Stroke Month

Kimberly Goodloe Please click the link for additional information https://4wedobelieve.wordpress.com/2018/05/01/may-is-american-stroke-month-2/

May is American Stroke Month

https://4wedobelieve.wordpress.com/2018/05/01/may-is-american-stroke-month-2/

Please feel free to share the English & Spanish resources below with your family & friends. Stroke in Chil…

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April 27, 2018 Like | Kimberly Goodloe, Ron Broadhead and 1 other likes this

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https://4wedobelieve.wordpress.com/2018/04/26/gwinnett-is-great/

“Gwinnett is Great”

https://4wedobelieve.wordpress.com/2018/04/26/gwinnett-is-great/

2018 Gwinnett County National Volunteer Week Proclamation and Reception took place at The Gwinnett Justice & Administration Center; Amazing Celebration: I’m so grateful &nbs…

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April 21, 2018 Like | Kimberly Goodloe, Barbara Wood, Willie Radl and 1 other likes this

https://4wedobelieve.wordpress.com/2018/04/20/2018-metro-atlanta-go-red-for-women-wellness-expo-and-luncheon/

Kimberly Goodloe https://4wedobelieve.wordpress.com/2018/04/20/2018-metro-atlanta-go-red-for-women-wellness-expo-and-luncheon/

2018 Metro Atlanta Go Red for Women Wellness Expo and Luncheon

https://4wedobelieve.wordpress.com/2018/04/20/2018-metro-atlanta-go-red-for-women-wellness-expo-and-luncheon/

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April 19, 2018 Like | Kimberly Goodloe, Mark Wilbur, NM Peacesine and 2 others like this

Kimberly Goodloe https://4wedobelieve.wordpress.com/2018/04/15/gwinnett-goes-red/

“Celebrate Wear Red Day, Any Day”

https://4wedobelieve.wordpress.com/2018/04/15/gwinnett-goes-red/

The Georgia International Go Red Gala took place at the Buford Community Center: Awesome Event! Sharing my story of survival &…

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April 5, 2018 Like | Kimberly Goodloe, Kirk Bepler, Helen Daw and 3 others like this

I wear red in honor of every family affected by heart disease and stroke

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April 4, 2018 Like | Kimberly Goodloe, Helen Daw likes this

Celebrating National Walking Day at Sugarloaf Mills.

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Kimberly Goodloe Please encourage your family and friends to take a 30-minute walk on National Walking Day ( April 4th,) and wear red in honor of every family affected by heart ... Read more

Kimberly Goodloe Please encourage your family and friends to take a 30-minute walk on National Walking Day ( April 4th,) and wear red in honor of every family affected by heart disease and stroke. For additional information please click the link below….

http://www.heart.org/HEARTORG/HealthyLiving/PhysicalActivity/Walking/Walking_UCM_460870_SubHomePage.jsp

Walking

http://www.heart.org/HEARTORG/HealthyLiving/PhysicalActivity/Walking/Walking_UCM_460870_SubHomePage.jsp

Walking is one of the simplest ways to get active and stay active. With each step you take, you travel further down the path to a healthier lifestyle. Research has shown that walking can have a significant impact on your health by lowering your chances of heart disease. Learn more about the benefits of walking and how incorporating it more can lead to healthier living.

Gina Fiorentino Thanks Kimberly!

Carolyn Newell Thank you!! :)

Kimberly Goodloe You're welcome

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March 29, 2018 Like | Gina Fiorentino, Barbara Wood, Tina Williams and 1 other likes this

Kimberly Goodloe Sharing my health update; https://4wedobelieve.wordpress.com/2018/03/29/journey-of-the-heart-7/

“Journey of the Heart”

https://4wedobelieve.wordpress.com/2018/03/29/journey-of-the-heart-7/

Health Update: (Echocardiogram and Pace Maker: 3-27-18) Recently, I traveled to Piedmont Hospital and received GREAT news from my amazing medical team: based on the test results: all is well wit…

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March 19, 2018 Like | Kimberly Goodloe, Bonnie Stone-Hope, Matthew Russo and 1 other likes this

Kimberly Goodloe https://4wedobelieve.wordpress.com/2018/03/19/when-dreams-become-a-reality/

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March 16, 2018 Like | Kimberly Goodloe, Sonia M, Bonnie Stone-Hope and 2 others like this

Kimberly Goodloe https://4wedobelieve.wordpress.com/2018/03/16/national-heart-valve-ambassador-celebration/

National Heart Valve Ambassador Celebration

https://4wedobelieve.wordpress.com/2018/03/16/national-heart-valve-ambassador-celebration/

Sharing pictures from my recent visit to Dallas, Texas. I received valuable information to help patients cope with the recovery process. &nbs…

Rita Savelis Always so lovely to see your pictures Kimberly! Thanks for all the work you do!

Kimberly Goodloe Thanks Rita. I appreciate your kindness

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March 12, 2018 Like | Kimberly Goodloe, Deb Lewis , Bonnie Stone-Hope and 5 others like this

Kimberly Goodloe

Sharing my story of triumph and healing: English and Spanish version.
For additional information, please click the link below.
https://4wedobelieve.wordpress.com/2018/03/12/heart-survivor-sobreviviente-de-corazon/ ... Read more

Heart survivor: sobreviviente de corazón

https://4wedobelieve.wordpress.com/2018/03/12/heart-survivor-sobreviviente-de-corazon/

Photo Credit: Sharing my story of triumph and healing: English and Spanish version. Heart Survivo…

Bonnie Stone-Hope Lovely photo!

Kimberly Goodloe Thanks Bonnie. I hope all is well. Have a wonderful week

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March 8, 2018 Like | Kimberly Goodloe, Helen Daw, Bonnie Stone-Hope and 1 other likes this

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Inspire, Motivate , and Encourage: One Another Daily. Sharing a kind word, can impact a life.

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March 1, 2018 Like | Kimberly Goodloe, Barbara Wood and 1 other likes this

Kimberly Goodloe https://4wedobelieve.wordpress.com/2018/03/01/one-word-to-describe-american-heart-month-amazing/

Go Red for Heart Health

https://4wedobelieve.wordpress.com/2018/03/01/one-word-to-describe-american-heart-month-amazing/

Increase heart awareness and education year-round by sharing the information below with your family & friends “Connect with heart patients, survivors and caregivers for heart disea…

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February 28, 2018 Like | Kimberly Goodloe, Helen Daw, Phyllis Petersen and 3 others like this

"Celebrate Wear Red Day, Any Day"

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February 25, 2018 Like | Helen Daw, Susan Killian, Shannon Gray and 1 other likes this

Sharing words of encouragement to anyone coping with health obstacles on a daily basis

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February 22, 2018 Like | Kimberly Goodloe, Gina Fiorentino, Bonnie Stone-Hope and 1 other likes this

Kimberly Goodloe One word to describe today
" Awesome "

Promoting heart valve awareness & sharing a collection of hearts from my project with the cardiac patients at Northeast ... Read more

Kimberly Goodloe One word to describe today
" Awesome "

Promoting heart valve awareness & sharing a collection of hearts from my project with the cardiac patients at Northeast Georgia Medical Center
#survivor
#atlantaheart
#sharefromheart
#valvediseaseday
#heartvalveambassador

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February 15, 2018 Like | Kimberly Goodloe, Gina Fiorentino, Barbara Wood likes this

Kimberly Goodloe https://4wedobelieve.wordpress.com/2018/02/15/national-heart-valve-awareness-day/

National Heart Valve Awareness Day

https://4wedobelieve.wordpress.com/2018/02/15/national-heart-valve-awareness-day/

National Heart Valve Awareness Day will take place on February 22nd, 2018 Five million Americans diagnosed with HVD, a sometimes deadly disease, and 40% of Americans have never heard of it. …

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May your day be filled with love, peace & happiness

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February 12, 2018 Like | Rita Savelis, Kimberly Goodloe, Shannon Gray and 7 others like this

" 9 Year Heart Anniversary"

Kimberly Goodloe Today is a special day. My heart valve replacement surgery took place on February 12th, 2009. Four days later , I received a pace maker due to blockage. A year ... Read more

Kimberly Goodloe Today is a special day. My heart valve replacement surgery took place on February 12th, 2009. Four days later , I received a pace maker due to blockage. A year later, my third surgery took place; pace maker revision. On December 21st, 2015, I received new batteries in my pace maker. I thank God for my second chance at life.

Kimberly Goodloe Photo Credit; http://www.emoryrosephotography.com/

Kimberly Goodloe I'm committed to helping patients cope with the recovery process

Helen Daw Happy 9 year Anniversary! My surgery is tomorrow and this brought more hope to me. Thanks for sharing and wish me luck!

Bonnie Stone-Hope Happy anniversary!

Barbara Wood Happy 9 year anniversary Kimberly!

Kimberly Goodloe Thanks everyone. Helen , I will pray for your recovery. Have a blessed week

Leslie Jackson Lookin good lady! Happy Anniversary. Awesome dress!!

Kimberly Goodloe Thanks Leslie. I appreciate your kind words

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February 12, 2018 Like | Kimberly Goodloe, Bob Gillespie, Barbara Wood and 1 other likes this

Heart and Soul Collage

Kimberly Goodloe To see additional pictures, please click the link below
https://4wedobelieve.wordpress.com/2018/02/12/heart-and-soul-collage-4/

Heart and Soul Collage

https://4wedobelieve.wordpress.com/2018/02/12/heart-and-soul-collage-4/

PASSION PROJECT In 2013, I created a collage of hearts for the purpose of honoring every person affected by heart disease and celebrate my recovery from four surgeries. I share the beautiful hearts…