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| hudsonsinaf |
Posted - Aug 01 2014 : 6:36:23 PM
9/14 - went and saw the surgeon Friday. I got great news - the mass came back as NOT cancer, praise God! My potassium has gone up to normal, without supplementation, and my blood pressure is slowly lowering. It could take up to six months for it to go down! As far as the pain, it is slowly getting better. In some aspects, I am apparently pushing myself too hard, too fast. We got home tonight.... To a DISASTER! A friend of church was staying here with her daughter, while we were gone to take care of our critters. I am not sure if our dogs were mad we were gone so long or what, but they peed and pooped all over the house! I know I shouldn't do too much, but my 14 month old is still not walking, so I HAVE to scrub this house! So far I have gotten the kitchen done. And yes, I hurt terribly bad tonight after what I have done this evening, but I have to make it safe for her! I am hoping with a full day tomorrow, the children and I can get the house clean. My hubby has to take our five year old for a hearing test, and then he has a disaster in the yard to deal with! Oy! But I know God will take are of us! Thank you all for your prayers!
9/11 - Dearest friends - I really really really need prayers today! I am having intense pain on my left side - the muscles seem to be really mad, one of the four incision sites really hurts, and I am getting shooting pains in my left shoulder (the brain has difficulty registering pain below the diaphragm in the abdominal region and often you will feel it in other areas, especially shoulder and neck). To top it off, I feel extremely sick to my stomach. We see the surgeon tomorrow for a follow up, and I am praying that something has not gone askew. I have taken my narcotic already today, which is odd in that I have only been needing it at night, but that tells you how bad it is this morning. Thank you!
9/6 Thank you all for your prayers! My surgery went well. But boy oh boy do I hurt! The doctor says I am going to feel lousy for at least the next week and won't be "normal" for at least a month. I had thought it would be less major than a c-section, but it is waaaaaayyyyyy worse! But God will see us through!!!
9/2 - thank you for the prayers! My sinus infection is pretty much gone. Tomorrow is the surgery. In a word, I am petrified! I know that God has predetermined my days, and I am in His loving hands. With that said, I have coded post-anesthesia before due to a miscommunication (they gave me four pain medications at the same time, dropping my pulse, respirations, etc), so the thought of going under again terrifies me. Your prayers are much appreciated! Surgery is at 11:45. When I get the chance, I will update everyone on how it went :)
8/23 - Update: Last week we went and met with the anesthesiologists. Everything is good to go for surgery as far as they are concerned. BUT I am now sick with a horrendous sinus infection. Please please please pray that I can get over this quickly so I can still have my surgery on September 3rd, that everyone else in the family stays healthy (especially my hubby and youngest daughter as they will be the ones to visit so I can nurse her), and that the surgery goes well. Thank you!!!
Hi everyone. I am pretty sure I have posted about this before, but in case I haven't, let me briefly explain, and beg for prayers. I have a mass on my adrenal glands that is causing my potassium to drastically drop and my blood pressure rise to a dangerous high. The only remedy/cure is surgery. As soon as it gets approved for my youngest to visit so I can nurse her during my stay, we will be heading up to Johns Hopkins for said surgery. Right now, however, I am really struggling. I am on 200 mEq each day of potassium, which is WAY higher than most people can take, yet my potassium is only 2.7 (normal is 3.5 to 4.5). I am on two blood pressure medications, yet my blood pressure is HIGH at 189/102. I am fighting a massive headache and just do not knw what to do at the moment. The hospital down here are completely Ill equipped to deal with said issues and could potentially do more harm than good. Please pray for my family that we will get through this time with His grace, mercy, and love! I know each one of our day's are pre-numbered and if it is my time to come face to face with my Lord, I am ready, yet I am worried about my six young children. Thank you dear friends!
~ Shannon
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| Red Tractor Girl |
Posted - Sep 15 2014 : 2:10:04 PM
Shannon, I am happy to hear that you were well enough to go home! But, I am so sorry you came home to such a mess!! Hopefully, things are better tonight and you can do more resting. It is hard with a young family but hopeful each day gets a little better. Praise God you tumor was benign and that your potassium and BP are adjusting to normal!That is great news!! Thanks for your update on your progress and I hope things will steady out for you in the coming days and weeks while you get yourself fully recovered!
Winnie #3109
Red Tractor Girl
Farm Sister of the Year 2014 |
| wildflower17 |
Posted - Sep 15 2014 : 10:22:38 AM
Shannon...so happy to hear your good news!!!God is awesome!!!
Hugs!
~Judy~
"Autumn~The year's last, loveliest smile."
"Until one has loved an animal, a part of one's soul remains unawakened"...
"Country Girl at Heart...Blessed Beyond Measure"!!!
Farm Girl #5440
Farm Girl of The Month September 2013 |
| Calicogirl |
Posted - Sep 15 2014 : 06:20:20 AM
Dear Shannon,
I am glad to hear that the mass was okay and that you are doing better! Praise God!I am sorry about the mess and work that you have to do. CJ took the words out of my mouth, if I were closer I would love to come and help you out!
I am praying for the Lord to heal and strengthen you and to take away the discomfort. I am also praying that He would bring someone along to clean and help you.
Farmgirl Sister #5392
By His Grace, For His Glory
~Sharon
http://amerryheartjournal.blogspot.com/
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| ceejay48 |
Posted - Sep 14 2014 : 7:40:47 PM
Oh Shannon, so glad to hear the good news and that you are better. But sorry to hear about all the work you have to do at home.If I didn't live so far away I'd be there to help carry the load.
Praying for relief, strength and continued healing!
Hang in there!
CJ
..from the barefoot farmgirl in SW Colorado...sister chick #665.
2010 Farmgirl Sister of the Year
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| jenne.f |
Posted - Sep 14 2014 : 6:23:00 PM
Shannon,
Saying prayers for you. Hoping all is better for you.
~blessings~
Jenne
Farmgirl #4616
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| nubidane |
Posted - Sep 13 2014 : 4:03:40 PM
Hope you are feeling better as I type this. Prayers to you Shannon! You are a trooper!
"We must reject the idea that every time a law’s broken, society is guilty rather than the lawbreaker. It is time to restore the American precept that each individual is accountable for his actions.” – R.R. |
| Red Tractor Girl |
Posted - Sep 13 2014 : 2:21:08 PM
Shannon, I hope you are feeling better! Your 9/11 update was worrisome. Let us know how you are getting along. Hopefully next week is going to be much better!!
Sending prayers and Farmgirl hugs your way,
Winnie #3109
Red Tractor Girl
Farm Sister of the Year 2014 |
| Denise Ann |
Posted - Sep 13 2014 : 07:44:22 AM
Shannon,
Glad your surgery went well and you had such kind caregivers! Thinking of you and your family.
Denise ann
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| HealingTouch |
Posted - Sep 12 2014 : 5:42:02 PM
Praying for your healing and comfort.
Be Blessed and Be a Blessing,
Darlene
Sister 1922
God first, everything else after!
When Satan's knocking at your door, just say "Jesus will you get that for me?"
When it gets to hard to stand, Kneel!
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| notathreatinsight |
Posted - Sep 12 2014 : 1:13:26 PM
Shannon I'm praying for you to have relief from your pain.
Erin
Farmgirl #3762
"Autumn ~ a second spring when every leaf is a flower. " - Albert Camus
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| nndairy |
Posted - Sep 11 2014 : 7:41:20 PM
Praying you feel better and your check up reveals positive healing news and no major problems causing your pain today.
Hugs,
Heather
Farmgirl Sister #4701
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| ceejay48 |
Posted - Sep 10 2014 : 6:38:42 PM
Shannon,
Good to hear from you! Praying for your recovery and return to good health! Hang in there!
PRAYING!
CJ
..from the barefoot farmgirl in SW Colorado...sister chick #665.
2010 Farmgirl Sister of the Year
Mother Hen: FARMGIRLS SOUTHWEST HENHOUSE
my aprons - http://www.facebook.com/FarmFreshAprons
living life - www.snippetscja.blogspot.com
from my heart - www.fromacelticheart.blogspot.com
from my hubby - www.aspenforge.blogspot.com |
| Killarney |
Posted - Sep 09 2014 : 12:11:06 PM
Shannon, What a blessing to have Christian Dr's and Nurses! We have a Christian Family Dr. and we feel soooo blessed! Continued prayers coming your way!
Hugs! Connie
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| darlenelovesart |
Posted - Sep 07 2014 : 6:12:26 PM
Aw Shannon
That is so wonderful that the doctors prayed with you. That just gives you more confidence in them knowing they know God is right there with them during surgery.
God is so good isn't he?
My prayers go with you in your recovery.
Blessings
Darlene
I have learned that to have a good friend is the purest of all God's gifts, for it is a love that has no exchange of payment.
by Frances Farmer
Just follow God unquestioningly.
Because you love Him so, for if you trust His judgment there is nothing you need to know.
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| carolj |
Posted - Sep 07 2014 : 1:22:40 PM
Shannon, prayers for a complete and speedy recovery going up this minute. Hang in there!
Blessings,
Carol
Farmgirl 1823
Sow what you want to reap.
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| hudsonsinaf |
Posted - Sep 06 2014 : 7:01:35 PM
Thank you ladies <3 I wanted to share with you.... when I was wheeled into the OR, I hadn't had any "loopy meds" because the half life in longer and I am still nursing my youngest (not that it mattered - surgery was 5 hours long and my time in PACU was 6 hours). Anyways, my surgeon and the OR team prayed with me before surgery in the OR room! How awesome is that!??! I am so blessed to have this surgeon!!! He actually called here today to check up on me! God has truly blessed us!
~ Shannon
http://hudson-everydayblessings.blogspot.com/ |
| Calicogirl |
Posted - Sep 06 2014 : 6:56:07 PM
Shannon,
I am so glad to hear that your surgery went well! Praise God! I am praying that the Lord would strengthen, heal and comfort you. The Lord will see you through!
Farmgirl Sister #5392
By His Grace, For His Glory
~Sharon
http://amerryheartjournal.blogspot.com/
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| nubidane |
Posted - Sep 06 2014 : 6:47:52 PM
Thank you Shannon for checking in! Prayers for your pain to subside, and for your body's healing.
"We must reject the idea that every time a law’s broken, society is guilty rather than the lawbreaker. It is time to restore the American precept that each individual is accountable for his actions.” – R.R. |
| notathreatinsight |
Posted - Sep 06 2014 : 6:25:38 PM
Shannon I'm so happy to hear that your surgery went well! Praying for a quick recovery for you :)
Erin
Farmgirl #3762
"Autumn ~ a second spring when every leaf is a flower. " - Albert Camus
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| Killarney |
Posted - Sep 06 2014 : 5:54:16 PM
Many prayers to you and your family!
Hugs! Connie
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| wildflower17 |
Posted - Sep 06 2014 : 5:21:04 PM
So happy to hear that things went well...please take care of yourself!!!Thoughts and prayers continue for you:):):)
Hugs!
Judy
"Autumn~The year's last, loveliest smile."
Until one has loved an animal, a part of one's soul remains unawakened...
"Country Girl at Heart...Blessed Beyond Measure"!!!
Farm Girl #5440
Farm Girl of The Month September 2013 |
| nndairy |
Posted - Sep 03 2014 : 10:29:06 AM
Praying your surgery is going well.
Heather
Farmgirl Sister #4701
http://nndairy.blogspot.com/
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| Calicogirl |
Posted - Sep 03 2014 : 10:00:48 AM
We are still praying here Shannon!!!
Farmgirl Sister #5392
By His Grace, For His Glory
~Sharon
http://amerryheartjournal.blogspot.com/
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| notathreatinsight |
Posted - Sep 03 2014 : 06:08:27 AM
Shannon you're in my prayers.
Erin
Farmgirl #3762
May my heart be kind, my mind fierce and my spirit brave. - Kate
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| Terralea |
Posted - Sep 03 2014 : 03:10:20 AM
Shannon,
I am praying for you, your family and all those medical caretakers who will be with you today as you go through your surgery.
Terralea |
