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You just can't beat that feeling of peace that we get knowing we get another chance for life :) The waiting room can be tough at times but you have the right idea. Get those lists written and checked off, keep reading the forums here, and treat yourself to some new shirts or lounging items...

Heather such good news on your recovery! INR takes a bit of time to get it where you want to be I think. I had AVR,my INR numbers jumping all over the place, Lovenox injection series (2 times), and finally things just straightened out. I will also add that I had a pericardial effusion shortly...

Busy, busy everyone here! Good to see all the posts and know that traveling, family, and work keeps all on the move. Duffey, I can relate to some of that traveling with the little ones.......we drive a truck and cannot fit those car seats, darn :) Feeling better and better all the time. I...

Homeskillet, I believe your numbers will come where you want them. Mine took over 2 months. I had a run in with Pericardial effusion(fluid around heart) that took two extra surgeries, two rounds of bridging with Lovenox by injection to belly, and several trips to coumadin clinic (60 miles...

Continuing to follow Anne, and looks like you are taking all the right steps. My valve area was an 83 with mean gradient of 42 right before second surgery. Oh and btw.....my second surgeon recommended a change of soft cotton t-shirt each day post surgery(usually just wore pj's) but I found I...

Good Morning all and another beauty it is! Not much new in my corner of the world. Just finished reading A Dog's Purpose and was an excellent read. Picked up paint yesterday to paint our house and another load of pavers to start our screened patio-sunroom. I helped load the pavers and call...

Hi Harriet--I am the above mentioned member and have read much as Anne pointed me in your direction. First and foremost aren't those Grandchildren great!? What a gift to us and what we need to help us through those darkest hours. My story is long so will just touch on what brought me here and...

Good Morning SB and coursers. Beautiful morning in Montana after a 95 degree weekend. No complaints from me as I seem to have it in my head that I feel cold a lot since starting warfarin(I know this is not proven true but I feel it) I can relate to that article you read on man's best friend...

Paleowoman (Anne) I wish to add my thoughts and prayers for you. You are such an inspiration and a very vital part of this forum. I can see by your posts, and this one is about you, that you have such care and concerns for everyone here. You are a special person and give with all your...

Good Morning Superbob and Duffey. A cool 30 degrees in the great state of Montana this morning. Brrr,, it just won't warm up. No complaints from me though as I am working on being more positive as part of my course. Superbob you wear that t-shirt and have some fun with it. Everyone enjoys...

Welcome to our group! Like Paleowoman said, most all of us can understand your pain as we have had them. I slept in a recliner for many weeks after my first OHS. Give yourself plenty of time and be good to yourself. This is your time to heal.

Great news on your surgery and perspective on life! You are very wise in knowing that God did give you a very precious gift and the past is behind you. Live well.

Best wishes to you and so glad you are calm and focused on the future. Check back in and let us know how you are doing.

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I have an ON-X. Surgery was November 1 last year at Mayo. I had the same problems as you getting INR in line. Did the shots in belly of Lovonox also. It came in line shortly thereafter. I now go to coumadin clinic once a month and surgeon said I could eventually go a few times a year. He...

Holiday weekend and finished the clean up yesterday getting home back in order. Missed having a few people that are usually in attendance but oh well......life goes on. Too much to eat, an fun little egg hunt, painted wooden tulips for my flower pots, and had good visit with my boys I have...

Dornole it seems sometimes when it rains it pours, Heal well. Duffey, it really does change your view on life going through heart surgery. My husband may see a long retirement but as for me? Not so sure. Had a friend that passed away a year ago. He wanted a new Harley but his money was...

And who(not the ring) is the POS?! Sorry, I couldn't help myself. I am sorry you had this fire to go through. Now it is time for YOU. This is all about YOU. Be very good to yourself and try to put all else aside right now. You are going to do great through the surgery and will be given...

Thoughts and prayers for surgery and then a smooth recovery!

Hi all. It appears that spring has/is springing some changes. Seems like life goes like that. I can relate to the breakup in family as I have one also take place a couple weeks ago. It has to be difficult for all directly involved. As for me, being the Mom and Gramma it makes me sad. I...