You've Been Given the Gift of Life, Give it Back!

Welcome friends and family!

Thank you for visiting my blog. It documents my amazing journey from pre to post double lung transplant. I am a 37 year old mother and wife with Cystic Fibrosis who has been more greatly blessed than I could ever imagine possible!

It has been a bumpy ride, but God has given me strength, love, friendship, and, FINALLY, health. My prayers have been answered, my miracle was granted, and I want to share the joy of my new life with you.

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May God Bless You with Miracles in Your Life! Nancy


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Tuesday, November 4, 2008

I'm Struggling

Well, the weekend definitely took a toll. I was pretty sick yesterday, fever, racing heart, chest pain, and the need for increased oxygen. I spent the whole day in bed. The home health nurse did come to take blood, so I am waiting to hear if there are signs of a new infection. I just started on a brand new antibiotic last Thursday that we were hoping would work well for me, but it looks like we may need to start IVs again.

Scott and I will be travelling to Pittsburgh tomorrow, I have an appointment with Dr. Pilewski Thursday morning. Dr. Pilewski was good enough to call to check on me last night, I think we all got a little scared with the severity of my symptoms. Though I still feel crummy today, the fever is gone and with the increase in oxygen my heart rate has settled down. I think I'll be doing a lot more sleeping today, however.

Please say a few extra prayers for me. Thank you all so much! Nancy

6 comments:

Blomquist Blog said...

Nancy,

I hope you are able to get some much needed rest before your trek to Pittsburgh. Let's hope they will have some promising news for you! Love, prayers, and all of our good wishes are being sent your way. Take good care, rest up, and know that we love you so much. Hang in there, my friend!

Love,

Debbie

Cammi said...

Oh, Nancy! I wish you felt better. I hope you will be able to rest a lot today so you can feel strong for the traveling. We will say extra prayers for you today. Stay strong. Keep calm. You're awesome! You can do this!

Much love,
Cammi

Clint and Jennifer said...

Praying for you right now and will continue to, Nancy.
Rest well- thanks for letting us know.
God Bless you,
Jennifer

Amy Deahr said...

Hi Nancy,
I am sure that you are worn down from all of the fun. I hope you can rest up today and we will definately be saying extra prayers for you today and tomorrow, in hopes that you feel a bit better and have a safe trip tomorrow!

Get some rest and we love you!
Amy

Anonymous said...

Always.........Joni

Becky said...

Extra prayers from here. Glad you had a fabulous weekend. But hang in there and rest now. Be at peace. May your doctors have miracle news tomorrow! ((HUGE HUGS))

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