The last few months haven't been easy for me. I've had some trouble with heart arrhythmia and have been tired and worn down. Then, recently, I had a procedure to repair the issue and it looks like it worked! But the healing time was rough, I had some small set backs, that slowed the recovery time. In ten days, I had surgery, a severe UTI that sent me back to the hospital, a chest cold, then an outbreak of head lice brought in by the kids (not uncommon, but what bad timing!). After that, a kidney infection, asthma problems from the cold I'd caught, and my back decided that I'd laid around enough and decided to attack me while I was down and out. Every time I'd cough, it was accompanied by a small screech caused by a back spasm from the jarring cough.
But I had family around to help me heal, Sugarwings took it upon herself to make some mint tea, and keep me hydrated.
My buddy, Beth, brought soup from my favorite restaurant, and a tattered heart filled with things I love.
Mostly, I didn't want to do much more than nap and watch Netflix ( The Crown was exactly what I needed!).
The cardiac ablation itself went well and the recovery from that wouldn't have been so bad, if I hadn't had the other things to deal with. A cough is worse than normal when you have had the interior of your heart cauterized. Ouch! Add some asthma and a thrown out back, and well, like I said, it was rough. I was glad I'd pre-posted on this blog, and had a multitude of stories that felt like they were telling themselves, I didn't need to get up and go to the computer.
Things started to improve, but I'm still lazing around part of each day. My dining table is covered in semi precious beads, and as I am up to it, I whip up a necklace or two and get ready for Christmas giving.
While I'm sad that I've not been able to do all of the Christmas crafts to sell like I have in the past, I'm hopeful that I can get some done, later than normal, but maybe I'll be able to list some. This is my absolute favorite time of year and I'm determined to create, whether I get to list the items or not.
For now, I'm just enjoying the season. And appreciating being up and about, ready to deck the halls and fall into all that December has to offer!
Oh my goodness!! I’m glad you are on the upswing. Imagine your outlook on life when you start feeling well (in comparison to this!)
Karla, I’ve been following all that on FB and so awfully sorry that someone who loves the holidays as much as you do has to begin them already feeling behind. But the important thing is that you are on the mend and that things WILL get better. Sending cyber hugs your way.
Wow,
So glad you are on the mend !
Healing wishes and prayers for you. Let’s hope 2017 is a brighter year for us all.
I’m so sorry you have had such a rough time. I’m very thankful you are on the mend.
We are moving and all of my fall and Christmas are packed up. It really makes me sad to think I will likely not even see my treasures this year. But I am thankful my husband and I will be the. The same town again. It’s been a long 6 months.
After all family is what makes life worth it and I know you have a special family!
Blessings on your continued recovery.
Debra
Sending healing thoughts! Relax and get better!
You poor girl! What a rough road! So glad you are feeling better!
I’m so glad you are feeling better now! But listen to your body, and rest when you need to ~
I’m especially glad you got the AFib fixed! That can really knock you down…
Sending healing hugs and thoughts for gentle recovery ~
Praying for a speedy recovery for you Karla. We artists do not have time to be waylayed by illness. Hopefully you will be up and around this week. Drink lots of water….bunches.
Sharon
Karla, I am so so sorry you have had so many set backs and being sick since after your surgery! I’m praying your on the road to recovery and feeling better and stronger everyday!
I know next you year you will be back on your feet and whipping up all of your beautiful crafts and kits. Thank you SO much for your raffle gift!! It was precious!!
Much Love, Jenn
P.S. I’m dying to watch the Crown. Happy you enjoyed it!!
It sounds like you’ve had more than your share. Hope the rest of 2016 finds you feeling stronger everyday and that you can do the things you love!
What a rough time you’ve had! So glad you’re feeling better!
Oh my…you’ve been through the wringer. I had heart ablation and while not painful it was exhausting. Didn’t have to deal with all the other stuff at the same time. Glad you are on the mend. Listen to your body, the rest can wait.
Dear Karla,
So sorry to hear you have been ill but hope that you get better each day and that your Holiday are as special as you are. Please get better soon!!
Fondly
Linda
I’m so sorry you have had so much to deal with. That’s way too much. I hope you are on the road tofeelingbetter. Such a sweet daughter you have.
I sure hope your feeling better sounds like you needed a whole lot of patience to get through all of that! Good to hear your on the mend no rushing around for you… taketh Holidays slow..
Hi Karla…I am praying for you to feel better quickly. Sometimes we have no choice but to have a slow paced holiday season. Be good to yourself.
Hugs, Nancy
So glad you are feeling better! What an ordeal! Just take it slow and by Christmas you should be able to enjoy with that beautiful family of yours! karen…
Karla, I had an awful arrhythmia for years! Id complain and the drs would never be able to find it. Eventually they gave me a monitor that I carried around with me and could place on my chest when it started and then call them on the phone to play it back for them.. amazing! anyways, I ended up, 2 times, having an electro physiology study and catheter ablation to my heart. first time didnt work, 2nd time he wasnt sure about.. but it most of worked because that was 17 years ago I think and Ive not had a problem since then. I hope yours was something similar and that you wont have to deal with that anymore. I had supra ventricular tachycardia. it was sooooo awfully annoying and tiring. well, anyways, just thought I would share that with you. have a great holiday season!
xoxo
vivian
Vivian, Im glad to hear that your ablation was successful, even tho it took a second one. I feel like mine did the job too. Im also wearing a monitor, but I havent felt any issues recently, so I think Im in the clear. Thanks for telling me about your experience.
Karla
My gosh girl I am sorry you had to deal with anything related to your heart.
The asthma and UTI is bad enough.
I am so happy to see your latest post also about having your decorations up
Please take it easy and let your family wait on you
So sorry to hear that you have had health issues! Will pray that you are back to your regular, lovely self soon!
Thank you, Yvonne, by now Im doing so much better!