Your thoughts and prayers ...

littlejohngael · Post by **littlejohngael** » Tue Mar 30, 2004 6:25 pm

Jerry,

We're hanging with you. Our fervent prayers are with you and Arleen.

All the best,

Little John

Chuck_Clark · Post by **Chuck_Clark** » Tue Mar 30, 2004 9:17 pm

Jerry

I don't do the god thing, but to the extent that good wishes will help, you have all I can give Perhaps I can offer some encourageent as well?

Nine years ago I had open-heart surgery (quad bypass). As many here can testify, I'm still here, still kcking and just as obnoxious as ever. Once the surgery is successfully completed, make sure she follows orders for cardiac rehabilitation - it makes all the difference in the world.

Jerry Freeman · Post by **Jerry Freeman** » Tue Mar 30, 2004 9:21 pm

Chuck_Clark wrote:Once the surgery is successfully completed, make sure she follows orders for cardiac rehabilitation - it makes all the difference in the world.

Thanks, Chuck.

I'll tell her you said so. If she protests, I'll show her your avatar.

And thanks for your good thoughts. I'm convinced they have an effect.

Best wishes,
Jerry

cowtime · Post by **cowtime** » Tue Mar 30, 2004 9:34 pm

You've both got my prayers and best wishes.

I know when I've had to go through tough times, I've been amazed at what can be done that I'd never have thought possible. One day at a time........

vomitbunny · Post by **vomitbunny** » Tue Mar 30, 2004 9:48 pm

You have our prayers and wishes here as well.

Walden · Post by **Walden** » Tue Mar 30, 2004 10:19 pm

I, too, hope that all goes well.

jonharl · Post by **jonharl** » Tue Mar 30, 2004 10:24 pm

My Father-in-Law had triple bypass this last year. He's a very positive and hard working man. These attributes pulled him through his surgery with flying colors. I'm sure Arleen is also positve and hard working, a lot of good women are. My dealings with you Jerry has led me to believe you're a positive person also. Keep the faith no matter what. Work like it's up to you and pray like it's up to the Lord and He'll provide what you need. I'll be praying for Arleen and you. We'll put you guys on the prayer rolls at church also.

God Speed,
Jon

Monster · Post by **Monster** » Tue Mar 30, 2004 10:35 pm

Jerry,

Sending good thoughts to your whole family.

jim stone · Post by **jim stone** » Tue Mar 30, 2004 11:29 pm

me too!

Jerry Freeman · Post by **Jerry Freeman** » Wed Mar 31, 2004 8:55 am

Thanks, everyone, for your kind thoughts and prayers, words and deeds.

Arleen rested over the weekend, took Monday and Tuesday off to recuperate from Friday's episode and sort out what to do.

As things stand now, she'll be going to Boston for May 17 surgery, the earliest date available, which leaves quite a bit of time between now and then.

Feeling better after four days' rest, she went to work this morning, only to discover that Friday's episode has brought her down further than before, and she's not going to be able to work at all between now and the surgery.

This, I think, will be a mixed blessing, since she's been struggling, really, for several years, with intermittent lightheadedness, failing energy, and irregular heartbeat, but somehow by force of will, has managed to keep up her very demanding work. Now, she'll be able to take it easy for awhile before the surgery. I think that will be welcome relief, but we'll have to figure out how to make ends meet over a longer haul than we had realized before.

The more we learn about this surgery, the more it looks like it may be a godsend. As I said, Arleen's struggled for several years now, and all indications are, after she's fully recovered from surgery, she may feel considerably better and regain some of the life force that had been lost.

Again, I can't thank you enough for your encouragement and support. You are a treasure, and I consider myself blessed to have found you.

Best wishes,
Jerry

burnsbyrne · Post by **burnsbyrne** » Wed Mar 31, 2004 9:09 am

Jerry,
I'm not much of a pray-er but I can tell you that I have met many people in the course of my employment in the cardiology division who had a valve replaced. All of them felt that they had been reborn with greater energy and stamina than ever before. The first few weeks after the surgery are a chore but after that it just gets better. So keep you spirits and optimism up. The goal is in sight.
Mike

Jerry Freeman · Post by **Jerry Freeman** » Wed Mar 31, 2004 9:18 am

Thanks, Mike. That's very encouraging.

I'll make sure Arleen reads your message.

Best wishes,
Jerry

Joseph Curwen · Post by **Joseph Curwen** » Wed Mar 31, 2004 1:52 pm

I don't really know you, or your wife as I am very new here, but my heartfelt wishes go out to you. May whatever god or spirit that watches over you be kind and bring about a speedy recovery and better times ahead.

gjinisgam geliget gilew

"may the creator watch over you".

MarkB · Post by **MarkB** » Wed Mar 31, 2004 4:50 pm

Not into praying much but that doesn't mean that I can not but hope for the best for your wife, you and your family. That she has a speedy recovery to full health.

All the best.

MarkB

Loren · Post by **Loren** » Wed Mar 31, 2004 5:18 pm

Jerry,

Very sorry to hear about the challenges ahead - will be wishing the best for you and yours.

Loren