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ceejay48
Farmgirl Legend/Schoolmarm/Sharpshooter
13722 Posts
CeeJay (CJ)
Dolores
Colorado
USA
13722 Posts |
 Posted - Jan 31 2025 : 3:26:02 PM
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On the night of Saturday, Dec. 28th I experienced sudden onset of extreme abdominal/torso pain. My hubby whisked me off to ER and after some testing, etc. I was transported by ambulance to a larger hospital 50 miles away.
I was admitted in the wee hours of Sunday, Dec. 29 and was in the hospital for 8 days where I had more testing, etc and emergency major surgery.  I was never so miserable in my life and scared too.
Thankfully the surgery went well and I was discharged on Jan 5th. I did develop incision infection which meant 2 more ER visits and antibiotic treatment. Again, thankful that that is cleared up incision nearly healed up.
This is on top of Parkinson's disease which has been a struggle for me anyway. So, now it's more of a challenge and I'm just now starting to feel a bit less like I've been beat up and pulled through a knothole backwards 29 times . . . or more.
My hubby describes this as having "my guts tied in a huge knot and pulled out through my nose". I'll spare you all the details.
I had a plan for making my cards for the January card swap and January ATC swap, but I've been knocked for such a "huge loop" I'll not be doing anything other than recovery for a while. I'm still trying to get my legs to work and not be lightheaded and shaky. 
So, I just thought I'd let know how why I've been missing in action and ask for your prayers for my recovery and rejuvenation.
THANK YOU SO MUCH
Farmgirl hugs to all from CJ
P.S. And, when I went in for my surgery followup ... in the city 50 miles away . . . our car broke down. We called our neighbors who came with trailer and loaded up our car and us and our dog and hauled us back home. SO THANKFUL for these neighbors!!
..from the barefoot farmgirl in SW Colorado...sister chick #665.
2010 Farmgirl Sister of the Year
living life - www.snippetscja.blogspot.com
from my heart - www.fromacelticheart.blogspot.com
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StitchinWitch
True Blue Farmgirl
2485 Posts
Judith
Galt
CA
USA
2485 Posts |
Posted - Jan 31 2025 : 3:35:36 PM
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Ceejay -- I know that knothole feeling. You have my good thoughts for speedy and uneventful healing.
Judith
7932 FGOTM 6/21 6/24
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YellowRose
True Blue Farmgirl
7271 Posts
Sara
Paris
TX
USA
7271 Posts |
Posted - Jan 31 2025 : 3:35:50 PM
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CeeJay, I'm so sorry to hear of all you have been through. I'll keep you in my thoughts & prayers for continued healing and the Lord's peace.
Sara
Lord put your arm around my shoulders & your hand over my mouth.
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Blessed in Colorado
True Blue Farmgirl
7029 Posts
Debbie L.
Oregon
USA
7029 Posts |
Posted - Jan 31 2025 : 4:15:20 PM
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Thinking of you CJ and keeping you in my Heart, thoughts and prayers.
Big Hugs,
Debbie
#1582
Blessed in Oregon
With Colorado on My Mind
Farmgirl of the Month September 2012, February 2018, September 2022
“My altars are My Mountains
and the Ocean.” Lord Byron”
When I am Old I Shall Wear Purple, I am Old now!!
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Jokamartell
True Blue Farmgirl
1765 Posts
Karen
Kennewick
WA
USA
1765 Posts |
Posted - Jan 31 2025 : 4:16:21 PM
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Ceejay, I’m so sorry you’ve been through so much this year. Praising God that things went well surgery wise and that you have wonderful neighbors that could help you out! Prayers for your continued recovery and strength. Be sure to listen to your body! :) Rest lots!
Karen :)
To quote one of my past preschoolers “Not one of those Karens, but a good Karen”! Haha |
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levisgrammy
True Blue Farmgirl
9540 Posts
Denise
Beavercreek
Ohio
USA
9540 Posts |
Posted - Jan 31 2025 : 4:28:11 PM
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CJ,
You are still my prayers for your healing and recovery.
~Denise
Sister #43~
"I am a bookaholic and I have no desire to be cured." 
"Home is where we find comfort, security, memories, friendship, hospitality, and above all, family. It is the place that deserves our commitment and loyalty." William J. Bennett
"Thy Word is a lamp unto my feet and a light unto my path." Psalm 119:105
http://www.ladybugsandlilacs.blogspot.com/
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Wanda Sue
True Blue Farmgirl
1464 Posts
Wanda
Murrells Inlet
SC
USA
1464 Posts |
Posted - Jan 31 2025 : 5:33:38 PM
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CJ what a way to start the new year! Praying all continues to go well, take care , and know
that you are in my thoughts and prayers. Love and Hugs, Wanda Sue
A day hemmed in prayer is less likely to unravel.
Farm Girl #3677
Farmgirl of the Month: Aug/2022
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windypines
True Blue Farmgirl
4423 Posts
Michele
Bruce
Wisconsin
USA
4423 Posts |
Posted - Feb 01 2025 : 03:32:11 AM
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CJ stay strong and know many others are praying and thinking of you.
Farming in WI
Michele
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VT Oma
True Blue Farmgirl
375 Posts
Sheila
Greensboro
Vermont
USA
375 Posts |
Posted - Feb 01 2025 : 04:40:35 AM
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CJ, I will chant for healing/strength for you when I sit and meditate.
Sheila
VT Oma #5766
Under a tall tree I will lie, and let the clouds go sailing by. - J.R.R. Tolkien
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MBurns
True Blue Farmgirl
1933 Posts
Marlene
Swisher
IA
USA
1933 Posts |
Posted - Feb 01 2025 : 10:12:05 AM
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Prayers
Farmgirl friends are fun. Farmgirl of the month 8/2016 and 9/2019
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nndairy
True Blue Farmgirl
3291 Posts
Heather
Wapakoneta
Ohio
USA
3291 Posts |
Posted - Feb 01 2025 : 4:46:54 PM
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Adding my prayers for your recovery and rejuvenation. And a much smoother rest of the year.
~Heather
“I would rather be on my farm than be emperor of the world.” — George Washington
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craftingram
True Blue Farmgirl
528 Posts
Karin
Nashville
In
USA
528 Posts |
Posted - Feb 02 2025 : 04:24:43 AM
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CJ, I am so sorry you are dealing with this. Continued prayers for healing and recovery.
Karin
Romans 8: 38,39 |
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MaryJanesNiece
True Blue Farmgirl
7560 Posts
Krista
Utah
USA
7560 Posts |
Posted - Feb 03 2025 : 1:03:47 PM
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CJ, what a rough start to the year. I am so very sorry you had to deal with all of that. I hope you have a speedy recovery and that the rest of the year continues to get better. Sending you the biggest hugs ever!
Krista
Farmgirl Sister #528
Farmgirl Of The Year 2025 |
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Nancy Joplin
True Blue Farmgirl
355 Posts
Nancy
Ontario
California
USA
355 Posts |
Posted - Feb 03 2025 : 1:19:32 PM
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y prayers are with you, CJ! The rest of the year will be better.
Nancy 8352 |
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ceejay48
Farmgirl Legend/Schoolmarm/Sharpshooter
13722 Posts
CeeJay (CJ)
Dolores
Colorado
USA
13722 Posts |
Posted - Feb 04 2025 : 09:09:49 AM
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Thank you so much dear farmgirl sisters for your kind words and prayers. I appreciate you all so much.
Please continue to pray ... this journey is far from over!
Love from CJ
..from the barefoot farmgirl in SW Colorado...sister chick #665.
2010 Farmgirl Sister of the Year
living life - www.snippetscja.blogspot.com
from my heart - www.fromacelticheart.blogspot.com
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Dreamer42
True Blue Farmgirl
2790 Posts
April
Central
Oregon
USA
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Posted - Feb 04 2025 : 2:11:25 PM
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Love and Prayers to you CJ. xo
Dreamer42
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