About Me

In March 2009 I was diagnosed with cardiomyopathy - Heart Failure. Within two months, it progressed to end-stage. In August 2009 I had a Left Ventricular Assist Device (LVAD) implanted to help my heart pump blood. Then in December I was placed on the heart transplant list. On January 11, 2010 a heart became available for me and I was taken to the operating room. While on the table, the surgeons found that my own heart had began to heal. I didn't get that transplant and subsequently had my LVAD removed in September 2010. Today, I have a new appreciation for life and am learning to take each day one step at a time.

Monday, April 20, 2009

Easter Pics
















We had a wonderful Easter with family (but really missed Lesley and Bill and the girls). My parents, sisters, and brother have been an incredible encouragement to me through this entire ordeal and I am so thankful for loved ones.
I also enjoyed a nice visit from my college roommate this weekend. Thanks for visiting Fire!!
Tomorrow I will get the results of the Sleep Clinic and Thursday will be the Heart Failure Clinic where they will double my medication. Thank you for all the thoughts and prayers. I will try to write more after my appointments.
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