I’m Having Heart Surgery (and no, this isn’t a metaphor…)

 

 

 

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Anyway, so there you have it. A little surgery for this little heart problem. August 14.

I’d appreciate the prayers, and any other reposting of this video to get your readers praying too.

Much love.

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Comments

55 responses to “I’m Having Heart Surgery (and no, this isn’t a metaphor…)”

  1. Daniel Decker Avatar

    Praying for you indeed.

    BTW… you’re eyes remind me of Bambi.

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  2. cool dad Avatar

    Praying for you. Rock that surgery!

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  3. Melissa M. Avatar

    Sounds scary, will be praying for you! (BTW, I’ve been following your blog for awhile, I love your writing and your perspective!)

    And I’m assuming you know who MckMama is in the blog world (mycharmingkids dot net)? Her ~8 mo. old son has SVT and they are hoping to do an ablation on him within the next few years. That all might be old news to you, but I thought I’d pass it along just in case. :)

    Melissa in Oklahoma

  4. jimmy paravane Avatar

    Yer having minor heartsurgery (can you say oxymoron?)soon, and all I can think is OMG Anne! Yer moving again?? (grin)

  5. David Avatar

    Wow! Praying, and date diarised. Or diarized as you’d spell it. Should we even still use that word in the age of electronic calendars/schedules?

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  6. Dwight Avatar

    Lifting you up to Jesus…
    God bless you, Anne.

  7. Andy Darnell Avatar

    Will do Anne. In my prayers.

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  8. Ileana Avatar

    Will do, Anne… for sure we’ll be praying!

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  9. Rodney Olsen Avatar

    I’ll be praying ….. and yes ….. I did notice the song you were playing in the background. Nice one.

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  10. Zac Smith Avatar

    Praying for you, Anne. Sorry I missed you on Sunday.

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  11. Jason Young Avatar

    I will be praying. I had ablation when it was still in experimental stages (here in Atlanta). Your SVT (supra ventricular tachycardia) should be helped by this abalation. I had lethal case of VT (ventricular tachycardia) and the ablation has helped tremendously. Thank God for advancement in the medical field. And, are you sure you’re not drunk or already on the meds prepping you for your ablation while shooting this vlog-j/k:) I enjoy your blog and tweets.

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  12. @b_rewster Avatar

    Anne, we will be praying with you. Your going to do great.

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  13. Joel Avatar

    Hey wow! I totally understand because I was just diagnosed with SVT as well and am just waiting for the date for my surgery. I couldn’t do the drug route because my blood pressure is on the low end of the normal range and the drugs will lower it even more. I was supposed to donate a kidney to my wife’s brother and during the testing, they found this heart condition. (I wrote a little about it on my recent blog post.)

    Anyway, I will be remembering you as your date approaches.

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  14. Robin ~ PENSIEVE Avatar

    Annnnnneeeee! Dangit it is right! I’m sure while you’re calm & cucumber cool on the outside, you could have scrambled eggs for brains on the inside, sooo…..I’ll pray about the head part and the other heart part, in addition to the heart part mentioned in here.

    I SO wish I could bring you dinner, but I’m just a wee bit too far from you to keep it warm. Glad your mom is coming instead :).

    (Can you believe this? I even wish we were close enough to help you with your upcoming move…not even for the pizza, lol, just to hang out :) ).

    Praying, thinkin’ about and sharin’ the word.

    {{hugs}}

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  15. TiaraGirl Avatar

    Anne, my sister had it over a year ago. the worst part is the HUGE bruise on your leg where they enter. she said it was the best decision she ever made to have the surgery.

    Praying like crazy for you!

  16. Jenni Catron Avatar

    Definitely praying! But I’m so excited that they have finally diagnosed it and there is hope in sight!

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  17. Kelli Avatar

    Praying for, but glad you finally know whats going on with your heart. God Be with you

  18. John Avatar

    Praying for you Anne. Your gonna be fine, just do what the Dr’s tell you to and rest easy in the Lord sis.

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  19. jodi Avatar

    will be praying for you – have been following along with MckMama’s story recently, so have heard lots about SVT. so glad you were able to get a diagnosis…know that was frustrating to not know!
    prayers!

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  20. Jim Martin Avatar

    Will be happy to pray for you regarding your August surgery.

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  21. Dennis Muse Avatar

    Remember God is still on His throne, and you are His child!

  22. Cindy Avatar

    Praying for you, the doctors (and all involved), hubs, mom, etc. cause I’m sure you’ll all need it…

    Cindy?s last blog post..My Dad and My Father…

  23. lisa Avatar

    thanks for allowing us to pray for you, anne, and know that the throne room of God is being pounded even at this very moment! i had only heard of SVT through McMamma’s site; so now I am at least a little educated on what’s going on with you! Please know we will continue to pray, and are here to help in any way we can.

    Love you

    Lisa

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  24. Rick Apperson Avatar

    Wow I will pray for you Anne!

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  25. Prudence Avatar

    Praying for you!

  26. Dennis Avatar

    Anne – will def be praying for you. Date is on my calendar.

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  27. Crystal Renaud Avatar

    yep. definitely praying for you … as you prepare for surgery — oh and will pray for your groin to heal nicely post surgery. ;)

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  28. Cynthia Hendrix (@CynHendrix) Avatar

    You’re going to totally rock this surgery – and return to being a caffeinaholic in no time. BTW – I love your earrings in the video, I have the same pair!

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  29. JudiFree Avatar

    Hi Anne, I had SVT 3 years ago and also opted for an ablation.

    It is a bit intimidating to have a heart procedure, but I haven’t had any problems or had to take any medication since. The procedure was definitely the way to go and the recovery was manageable.

    I’ll be praying for you!

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  30. Jessica Holmes Avatar

    Definitely will be praying! I work at Vandy so if you are having it done here let me know! I’ll come and videotape you on drugs for ya! LOL

  31. Michael Levitt Avatar

    God Bless You Anne! I had an angioplasty with two stents placed into my left anterior descending artery a month ago, which also was deemed “a minor” procedure.

    Prayers go to you, your family, and all the medical professionals that will be involved in the procedure and post recovery.

    Peace be with you!

  32. Melinda Avatar

    Of course I’ll pray over the pre/present/post surgery time, especially the anxiety aspect! The surgery is going to be well worth it!

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  33. Lynse Leanne Avatar

    praying for you. Glad it got diagnosed and there is a solution.

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  34. Becky W Avatar

    Hey there. I’ve had PSVT since I was 10, all my life I went to numerous doctors who brushed it off saying it was anxiety or nothing to be concerned about. I wasn’t diagnosed with it until about 6 years ago while I was pregnant. I am now 27 years old, so I have lived with this condition for the past 17 years. off and on I would have episodes, sometimes 3 or 4 a year, sometimes I would go 3 years without a single episode of it. It’s getting worse as I’m getting older and now It takes adenosine to convert it and let me tell you after you get adenosine you will want anything in the world to be cured from this annoyance.

    I’m trying to get my ablation bumped up to July some time, if i cant it will be done in August as well. I’m hoping to get in touch with the right person to get it done sooner while my husband is on leave.

    I’ll be following your blog. I’m very positive about the procedure… try to stay away from forums cause there are some negative post, but I personally know of one person who has had the procedure she has been cured and hasn’t had an episode in 8 years, after having them almost daily.

    It really helps to stay positive and to ready of positive expeiriences.

    Good Luck!

  35. D.Lake Avatar

    Praying for you and Chris. BTW… nice background music choice!

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  36. Shanti Avatar

    God totally has it in the bag! Will be praying for your healing and your nerves :) Plus, August 14th is my birthday and good things happen on my birthday, good things like your surgery going amazingly well.

  37. Amber@theRunaMuck Avatar

    I had my ablation in April of last year, and I was Neeeervous – so I get it. The happy meds they give you on the way in are great. The world is all La la la la, and then the lights come back on, and it’s over, and then your groin (can I say groin?) hurts like the Dickens for a while. It looks bruised and awful, and then it gets better, and then your heart doesn’t get all wonky anymore. It’s beautiful, really.

    It’s so nice to not be anxious about the rabbit that tries to jump out of your chest from time to time. I’ll pray.

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  38. Colleen Avatar

    Dad recently had a similar procedure (which I couldn’t spell to save my life!). Not fun, but considerably better afterward, so well worth it :~)

    Just a little heads-up – it’s important to follow the doc’s post-op instructions so you don’t accidentally re-open the leg vein (like Dad did). Since you should feel noticeably better after the procedure it may be tempting to say “oh, I’m sure I could do this…” Well, at least, I know MY lack of patience would put me in jeopardy of doing the same…

    Praying for you! And, um, no you don’t look drunk :~)

  39. Pete/Sparkle of Nature Avatar

    Our family, too, will be praying for you.

    My wife Yvonne, wants you to know that two nights ago, while all four of us were praying together, she felt especially impressed to pray for you. So we did. Now we understand why. We’ll continue.

  40. alex mclean Avatar

    Anne, we’ll be praying.

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  41. watchman Avatar

    Dare I say “Mad Heart Disease”?

    Ugh… I am SO insensitive.

    Anne, no matter what, your heart is one I have come to appreciate very much. May God be with you and your husband through this.

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  42. Kimberly Avatar

    I will be praying :)

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  43. Bonnie Irving Avatar
    Bonnie Irving

    Anne,

    My Prayers Go Out to you Girl:) Will Have other Praying also:)

  44. Beth K. Vogt Avatar

    Praying for you, Anne!

  45. Linda Stoll Avatar

    ” I needed the quiet so he drew me aside
    Into the shadows where we could confide,
    Away from the bustle where all the day long
    I hurried and worried when active and strong.
    I needed the quiet tho at first I rebelled,
    But gently, so gently my cross he upheld,
    And whispered so sweetly of spiritual things,
    Tho weakened in body, my spirit took wings
    To heights never heard of when active and gay,
    He loved me so greatly he drew me away.
    I needed the quiet, no prison my bed,
    But a beautiful valley of blessings instead ?
    A place to grow richer in Jesus to hide
    I needed the quiet so he drew me aside.”

    ? Alice H. Mortenson

    Blessings of peace and rest, healing and hope …
    Linda

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  46. Harold Avatar

    Are you awake for this? I wonder what that would be like? All of a sudden I am fascinated by your ailment.

    I have had somewhat similar heart rhythm problems and they can drive you nuts so I know you will be glad to get rid of it.

    We’ll be praying for you kiddo.

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  47. Cameyg Avatar

    Dear One: Just adding this to the daily prayer I already pray for you. Of course, I’ll have others praying as well for a woman named Anne.

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  48. Sara Ross Avatar

    May God always bless you
    and keep you.
    May God’s face always
    shine upon you.

    May you know God’s compassion
    and mercy.
    May God walk
    beside you forever.

    May God look upon you
    with kindness.
    May God fill your heart
    with peace.

    May God’s love be forever
    within you.
    May God always bless you
    and keep you.

    based on Numbers 6:24-26

    (This was written on a card at my friend’s wedding.)

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  49. Rhett Smith Avatar

    Anne,

    You will be in my wife and I’s prayers.

    Rhett

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  50. Dave Baldwin Avatar

    Hey Anne,
    My nephew had this procedure done a couple of years ago and he’s doing fine today. It really is a simple procedure, but I’m sure that’s easy for me to say since I’m not the one having it. Anytime they work on your heart the stress level goes up I’m sure.
    I’ll be praying.
    Blessings,
    Dave

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  51. Heidi Reed Avatar

    Of course, I’m praying. I just kept forgetting to tell you. Rest afterward. Seriously. Despite your desire to get up and do stuff. REST!

    Hugs!!! :)

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  52. Timothy West Avatar

    will certainly be praying for you…

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  53. Donna Frank Avatar

    Definitely praying for you, Anne. I had minor surgery about 2 months ago to have a questionable tumor removed…I was terrified. And since i’m a painfully private person I didn’t even tell people about it until the day before the procedure (when I couldn’t take it for another minute). Kudos to you for putting it out there so we can be on the wall for you. Your transparency inspires me. Be blessed, in Jesus’ name.

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