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Hi,
It is with some sadness and exhilaration that I take a hiatus from VR.com. I have learned so much from this site, and am eternally grateful, especially for the support of Ross and Hank. You taught me to be assertive and forthright about my symptoms, leading to a proper diagnosis and treatment plan. You also provided a warm, empathetic and resourceful environment that helped me through the most difficult time of my life.
It is exactly six-months postpartum: Coulson is thriving, I'm feeling better, and I need to go on living my life without entertaining that spider beneath my bed.
Yes, I have valve disease. Yes, I may be experiencing coronary vasospasms. But the next step to diagnose the latter is invasive and life-threatening. My decision is to wait six more months, tend to my family and writing, and pray each and every day.
If I were to continue checking into VR.com, then I may be feeding fears for what may never be a reality for me. I have moderate valve disease, and possible artery disease, but nothing is clear to me or my doctors at this time.
If things change, and I undergo more tests, or things progress, then I will share the results with you. Until then, I need to focus on living, loving and becoming the best that I can be, instead of obsessing about the future of my health. I have hope, fear and an ultimate understanding that I cannot control certain things.
I also feel a deep bond with so many of you, especially Betty, Ross, Nancy, Karylynn, Chris and others. God bless you. You helped me cross over to the other side of my own mountain, and will always be deep in my heart. No one but those who face heart disease comprehends what we go through on so many different levels. Thank you for your empathy and patience.
I hope I've contributed to VR.com by sharing my experiences and struggles. I will return on occasion, but honestly, I feel it is in my and family's best interest to abstain until I face valve surgery or cath ? a possibility, but not a reality for me at this time. Until then, I pray that God's hand is over you and gives you strength.
I wish I had the strength to help others who are going through their own personal health crises at this time, but right now, I need to take a hiatus for my continued recovery and adjustment.
You can always reach me via e-mail: [email protected]. Please keep me posted as needed. You will be in my thoughts and prayers.
Psalm 12
I look up to the mountains ? does my help come from there?
My help comes from the Lord, who made the heavens and the earth!
He will not let you stumble and fall; the one who watches over Israel never tires and never sleeps.
The Lord Himself watches over you! The Lord stands beside you as your protective shade.
The sun will not hurt you by day, nor the moon at night.
The Lord keeps you from all evil and preserves your life.
The Lord keeps watch over you as you come and go, both now and forever.
Sorry if my post seems too dramatic for some. VR.com has become an intimate part of me, and I will miss the community.
Peace and love,
Kim Caroline Kachmann-Geltz
It is with some sadness and exhilaration that I take a hiatus from VR.com. I have learned so much from this site, and am eternally grateful, especially for the support of Ross and Hank. You taught me to be assertive and forthright about my symptoms, leading to a proper diagnosis and treatment plan. You also provided a warm, empathetic and resourceful environment that helped me through the most difficult time of my life.
It is exactly six-months postpartum: Coulson is thriving, I'm feeling better, and I need to go on living my life without entertaining that spider beneath my bed.
Yes, I have valve disease. Yes, I may be experiencing coronary vasospasms. But the next step to diagnose the latter is invasive and life-threatening. My decision is to wait six more months, tend to my family and writing, and pray each and every day.
If I were to continue checking into VR.com, then I may be feeding fears for what may never be a reality for me. I have moderate valve disease, and possible artery disease, but nothing is clear to me or my doctors at this time.
If things change, and I undergo more tests, or things progress, then I will share the results with you. Until then, I need to focus on living, loving and becoming the best that I can be, instead of obsessing about the future of my health. I have hope, fear and an ultimate understanding that I cannot control certain things.
I also feel a deep bond with so many of you, especially Betty, Ross, Nancy, Karylynn, Chris and others. God bless you. You helped me cross over to the other side of my own mountain, and will always be deep in my heart. No one but those who face heart disease comprehends what we go through on so many different levels. Thank you for your empathy and patience.
I hope I've contributed to VR.com by sharing my experiences and struggles. I will return on occasion, but honestly, I feel it is in my and family's best interest to abstain until I face valve surgery or cath ? a possibility, but not a reality for me at this time. Until then, I pray that God's hand is over you and gives you strength.
I wish I had the strength to help others who are going through their own personal health crises at this time, but right now, I need to take a hiatus for my continued recovery and adjustment.
You can always reach me via e-mail: [email protected]. Please keep me posted as needed. You will be in my thoughts and prayers.
Psalm 12
I look up to the mountains ? does my help come from there?
My help comes from the Lord, who made the heavens and the earth!
He will not let you stumble and fall; the one who watches over Israel never tires and never sleeps.
The Lord Himself watches over you! The Lord stands beside you as your protective shade.
The sun will not hurt you by day, nor the moon at night.
The Lord keeps you from all evil and preserves your life.
The Lord keeps watch over you as you come and go, both now and forever.
Sorry if my post seems too dramatic for some. VR.com has become an intimate part of me, and I will miss the community.
Peace and love,
Kim Caroline Kachmann-Geltz
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