A Sign From God?

[Darryl's heart]

Hi folks...it's been maybe a few days since I posted anything. I'm 9 days away from surgery and all I can say is that this Doctor with God's hands better bring me back into this world. My wife and I have really had a bout of events within the last 6 months. Actually since we've been married, our lives have been full of wonderful events. Our friends are amazed at how dramatic and exciting our lives are. But anyways heres a bit from the past 6 months. August we were chased out of Orlando (on vacation with the kids to Disney) by a Hurricane. My wife had found out she was pregnant also in August. September she lost the baby. October we were in a car accident, car totaled, no one hurt badly (Thank God). October we found out about my problem. January find out that I will need surgery. March schedule for surgery (jitters). And here's the latest one...drum roll please...my wife's pregnant again. We're both taken back because it was completely unplanned, but have figured the accident date when it happened. Her dang-gone cycle has been messed up from losing the first one, plus an alfa-female in her office, who she followed, got pregnant and threw my wife's cycle off even more. We're both so happy that she is, but on one hand I'm thinking what an in-opportune time. We've been through a lot and I'm just thinking is this a sign? Possibly a sign that I'll be ok and not to worry, that I'll be coming out the other side just fine? We have so much to do prior to the baby coming and I'll be down for a least a couple of months. One thing this has done, is that it has taken my mind somewhere else. I certainly don't like to think the worse, that if I die, I'm leaving my wife with 2 children and one on the way. But, that's the negative coming out in me again. What's just a little more stress added to our lives?

 

[Nancy]

I'd say you're on an upward trend, and nowhere to go but the top. You'll get all fixed up just in time to welcome a beautiful new baby.

Best wishes!

 

[Karlynn]

I agree, things are looking good for you. I'm sure you'll do well with your surgery. It will give you strength and energy to be a very active father. I think it's better that the pregnancy is during your surgery and recovery period. You should be in pretty good shape when the new babe arrives.

 

[Ross]

Sounds pretty much like my type of luck. I can see why your thinking what your thinking, but I'll tell ya what, it's a rough ride but your going to do just fine. Sure, you can't help but think a bit negative, because it's reality, but according to my breakfast of coffee and doughnuts with your surgeon, your gonna be just fine!

 

[Lorraine]

Darryl,

Of course we've all had anxiety about our pending surgeries. Your wife becoming coming pregnant is good news! I would think this would help you focus in a Positive way, that all will go just fine! You'll have the surgery, recoup and have a new lease on life when your child is born! Best Wishes.

 

[geebee]

Since stress often keeps women from getting pregnant, I would agree that God has more than his usual part in this one.

You will be recovered sufficiently to pick up and hold your baby when it comes. You will also have much more strength and stamina to play and take care of him/her.

I will pray that all goes well for your surgery and with the pregnancy.

 

[catwoman]

Darryl:
Congratulations on your wife's good news!
I'm taking a positive approach: You will be healed in time to be able to enjoy a newborn....

 

[gadgetman]

Darryl,

At the risk of repeating myself (see my other posts for my "walk") I felt God was with us throughout my entire situation. I had an echo (severe Mitral Regurg), a Cath the next week (confirmed the worse), a "strong" recommendation for implantation of an AICD (which happened a week later) and then "we got to repair or replace that valve" as soon as possible, followed by Heart Surgery 21 Jan 05. So things really moved fast for us.

I went through the "why me" phase, when God led me to this site. I quickly found out that people here (and their families) had been through a lot worse that I was look at and had survived. My wife and I both were overcome by a peace that made our outlook before and after the surgery bearable. I can't recall a time when either one of us felt that we might not get through this.

Sometimes we might not receive the answer or blessing we ask for but we are in no position to question His plan. I hope you continue this calm and when you get through to the other side you can enjoy that new addition. Our prayers and good thoughts are coming your way. Make sure you have someone post your successful completion of the surgery.

May God Bless,

Danny

 

[tobagotwo]

I went to Disney in Orlando once, years ago. I was also chased out of Florida by a hurricane. It was hurricane Andrew.

My wife and I have had similar patterns of shattering major events, and we have often contemplated our unnerving karma.

But when this surgery came up, all went extraordinarily well with it, and I believe it will for you, too.

There are two ways you can look at it. The good way is that your Yin is finally balancing with your Yang. The other way is that He Isn't Through With You Yet.

Either way, you get to spend a few more holidays with the ones you love. It's worth it.

Best wishes,

 

[Mary]

Darryl,
I always figure that once a baby's on the way, you might as well be optimistic. You're given a chance to once again feel the hope and gladness that a new life brings, and another opportunity to expand your capacity to love.

Congratulations!

 

[McCln]

Well, Darryl, God does work in mysterious ways. It might be a sign for you relax and let him guide you through this time. You will be fine and so will the wife and kids. Just let him be your guide. He will not let you down. I went forward in Church whe I was eight years old, got baptized and had surgery with six months. So, he does work in mysterious ways. Good luck and keep us posted.

 

[Glenda]

Hi Darryl, first of all, you will be at the top of my prayer list. (you and your family) You know Jesus told us that life would be difficult and troublesome. I have learned through all my trials to expect the problems and let them teach me something...such as what's really important in life. I won't bore you with everything I have been through these past five years. Read my past postings and you'll see. Through all this bout of discomfort, three different cancers and major heart surgery, I've had a lot more time to realize what's really important---a baby's hugs, a breeze, a call from a friend, someone I just met telling me that he/she has been praying for me through their church prayer chain. I find it so amazing! ! Best of all, I've learned it's possible to feel content and feel peaceful even while bad things are happening---because I know it's all temporary. I can expect pain and trouble because that's part of living in the world, but I can trust God's promise that He'll carry me through it all. He will you too. Just trust him. God is still in control and He is still on the throne.

Be sure and have someone post for you. We are a family here and we care.