Hey Everyone❣️
Whew....I have missed all of you this past week... more than you will ever know.
As I have said many times, life has a way of sweeping us into unexpected adventures.....the kind that keep our bodies still, our hearts learning, and our minds wandering through places we never planned to go.
Now I'm back with lots of catching up to do, some stories to tell, a little coffee drinking on my schedule, and I am excited to be engaged in the beautiful moments of sharing again.
Adventures are not always grand and I will admit that my past week was certainly not what I would call grand....But wait, I must tell you that what I thought was not going to a grand adventure turned out to be just that.
As you all know, I had the heart Cath done on Thursday in Dallas. I was not expecting any issues to show during the catheterization....I was wrong!! While I was lying on that very skinny, hard table...my thoughts were everywhere. I kept saying to myself "You have this...you have many people praying for you." Yet...I could feel the very ends of my nerves vibrating. Soon though...I was in la, la, land.
I had No idea that a stent that was placed inside my artery just 5 years ago was collapsing. It was 80 percent collapsed. YIKES!! This is where the grand part of my week sneaks in.
The doctor removed the stent...used a medicated balloon to open the artery (and another type of medication inserted as well) ..and was able to fix this problem. The very thing that was needed to fix my artery was not available at our local hospital which is the reason my doctor sent me to Dallas in the first place. **I had NO test done prior to my doctor ordering this procedure. How many people go and have a heart catheterization done without previous test showing the possibility of a issue?
The journey this past week reminded me that life is made up of tiny wild moments. I can't help but stand in awe of how God works behind the scenes long before we understand why. What could have been overlooked was discovered right on time.
I love how Grace shows up quietly, favor appears unexpectedly and faith becomes very real when you realize you've been carried through something bigger than yourself.
I am so excited to catch up with each of you.
Shug...💜
Praising the Lord for His Care and watching over you. His timing is never late !!!
ReplyDeleteContinued prayers for complete healing and renewed energy and Joy !!
Love you my Friend.
Sue
What a blessing that God is in control! Good to hear from you, and prayers continue for both you and Sam!
ReplyDeleteYou are a testament to God's grace in so very many ways, Shug. I'm so glad that your procedure went well and that you are healing. Prayers lifted for you and for Sam!
ReplyDeleteAs the Doxology says, "Praise God from Whom all blessings flow!!" I'm so glad the heart cath experience proved to be of great benefit. Yes, you've had quite a week! Thankful to be able to read your writing once again!
ReplyDeleteThere are no coincidences-you were meant to have the test done at that time and place.
ReplyDeleteShug! I know you received a divine touch this past week. Perfect timing and now you are home to heal.
ReplyDeleteDear Shug. It is so GOOD to know you got that experience over with and that now you just heal. Thank the Lord the surgeon found the collapsed stent, too. God is soooo good to take care of every single detail of our lives IF we let him. Please try to relax and not get too busy during this new week of life. My humble prayers will continue for you and for Sam. Great job coping. Hugs. Susan
ReplyDeleteSo happy to hear that your procedure was done at the right place and they were able to take care of the issue. God works in mysterious ways and his plan is always right on track.
ReplyDeleteOh my goodness!!! Keeping you both in prayer...you take it easy, Shug, that is an order.
ReplyDeleteOh gosh, what an unexpected turn of events! I'm so grateful you were there (at Baylor) and well taken care of. Please be good to yourself ... God's got this.
ReplyDeletePS - I love your new background!
I've missed some posts along the way recently, and was surprised to read of your "excitement". So thankful that God had it all under control even before you knew what you would need. God knew...and His grace is so amazing!! How wonderful that you made it through all of that safely and that God is giving you a new lease on life. Praise God.
ReplyDeleteShug- so glad you are back and that you were in the right place at the right time. You are truly blessed.
ReplyDeleteWelcome back! I am so glad that it all went well, and now you will be much better than ever! No tests needed beforehand because God already knew. Love your beautiful lavender header.
ReplyDeleteI'm glad it all went well, Shug, and now it's time to heal. That was sure scary that the stent put in five years ago was collapsing, but God's timing is always perfect. And that is one of the prettiest flowers I've seen.. It's very unique with a striking color. Have a beautiful June week ahead, Shug.
ReplyDeletethecontemplativecat here. I have had some ups and downs this week too. Never a dull day. Heal and enjoy your garden and flowers.
ReplyDeleteWhat a week you had last week, Shug. God is good. All the time, God is good. Prayers continue. XX
ReplyDeleteOh, my goodness Shug, you certainly had the blessing of God right then and there! God is good.
ReplyDeleteGod is good....Good Morning, Hug!
ReplyDeleteI missed you! I've been watching for this post and am so glad the procedure went well. Continued love and prayers for you and Sam. ❤️
ReplyDeleteWelcome back! That is so good that the procedure was done at the right time and place so they could fix the issue. I hope you are recovering well.
ReplyDeleteJune 8....Hi Shug....You have the most adorable headers. I wish you could teach me how to do them! Here's hoping this week will be good for you and Sam, filled with many precious moments and feeling good. Thinking of you both. Susan
ReplyDeleteHow exciting to experience God's perfect timing and I am rejoicing with you!
ReplyDeleteBack in 2009 I took Louis Dean to the ER at midnight and he had a heart attack while he was in the cath lab. Perfect timing. He had two stents then and in 2011 he had another one done. A couple of years ago he got a pace maker and it sits beside the bed and is monitored remotely.
Praying for you and Sam as you recover. Hallelujah!
Shug, the Lord was just taking care of all the details :) I'm so glad you're fixed and home and hopefully enjoying being pampered a bit :) Love and hugs to you!
ReplyDeleteOh how scary! I'm so sorry Shug. I'm so happy to hear it turned out okay though! Thank goodness they found it and fixed it. Life sure can be an adventure. Geesh! Prayers for complete healing and no more of that action any time soon. Lol 💗
ReplyDeleteVery, very happy that they were able to help you. You cracked me up about the skinny table. Those tables are skinny. Thanks for sharing your story.
ReplyDeleteGood to hear that it all went well, and how lucky are you that the Dr could fix everything right then and there!
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