Geri Posted February 26, 2010 Share Posted February 26, 2010 I haven't been around for a while as I've been back in hospital for a few weeks. Turns out that the first go round didn't take enough fluid so back I went for more IV treatments. Two days after checking in I had a heart block and hit the floor. Richard had gone to get some lunch but fortunately a nurses aide was in my room and heard me hit the bathroom floor. Apparently the code team worked for more than an hour to get me back and keep me back. Fast forward a couple of days and a pace maker is in place and I was back to getting things together again. The scariest of all this is that the only reason I am now alive (again) is that this happened in the hospital. Apparently there is no warning for this type of "event" (cute expression the hospital staff kept using) and I think you're basically gone when you hit the floor. Anyway I fought every step of the way to survive and after a few very uncertain days in ICU . I was moved to a regular room and life went on. So, I have decided that I now have a new birthday - February 6th - the day I was brought back by a wonderful skilled team that didn't give up on me. I am now at home recuperating and very thankful for everyone who helped me through this nightmare. Nice to be back. Geri Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Reynsie48 Posted February 26, 2010 Share Posted February 26, 2010 Wow! Happy Birthday Geri Sandy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RandyW Posted February 26, 2010 Share Posted February 26, 2010 WOW Geri !! I always knew you were a fierce warrior!!! Kudos an congrats on being here with us again!!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ginnyde Posted February 26, 2010 Share Posted February 26, 2010 Does this mean I have to buy you 2 presents? Geri, so glad this happened in the hospital. God is definitely watching over you. Hope this is the end of you medical problems for a long, long time. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
recce101 Posted February 27, 2010 Share Posted February 27, 2010 Welcome back, Geri — I think you deserve two birthdays! Ned Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
beatlemike Posted February 27, 2010 Share Posted February 27, 2010 You are one tough cookie Geri. I am so happy you are ok. Welcome back! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
carolhg Posted February 27, 2010 Share Posted February 27, 2010 WOW Geri that is fantastic news!!! I think having two birthdays is good. I claim my surgery date (July 1st) as my second birthday. Hey just between the two of us that makes four as in 4 birthday parties. Now that is pretty darn good!!! Carol Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jaminkw Posted February 27, 2010 Share Posted February 27, 2010 Wow is right Geri! Thank that aid and team for saving you for us. Dang we need you here. Happy belated second Birthday. Judy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chloesmom Posted February 27, 2010 Share Posted February 27, 2010 Geri, What a scare that must have been! You are the very definition of survivor! I am glad that 'event' happened in the hospital and that you are ok now. Happy 2nd birthday! Cindy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fillise Posted February 27, 2010 Share Posted February 27, 2010 I think that's a GREAT reason to celebrate a second birthday. I'm so glad you were in the hospital when that happened and that you are now home and recuperating. Susan Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kasey Posted February 27, 2010 Share Posted February 27, 2010 Well, my friend, is there anything else you can pull out of your hat to have happen!?!? This is just unbelievable. I have no idea what a heart block is or why/what makes it happen? Scary, indeed, what could have been had you not been in the hospital. The LC journey (and all else it brings along with it) is always described as a roller coaster ride. I am SO glad that at the beginnign of it all you strapped yourself in tight!!!! I know 'we' like to think of you as a tough old broad, but you certainly bring new meaning to that term. I'm thrilled you are home and recuperating. Now.........what does this new wrinkle mean in the big scheme of things? New meds? Additional checkups? Please stop making things so damn 'exciting' - ya hear?? Hope we'll catch up soon. Much love and care, Kasey Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Maryanne Posted February 27, 2010 Share Posted February 27, 2010 Geri, Geri, Geri... what is going on with you? You give me heart palpitations! I am just amazed of your attitude and humor during all these set backs. But you are one tough cookie! AMAZING!! But this has to stop you need peace and tranquility, not hospitals. But thank G-d for the situations that occured turned out the way they did. Too much Geri... but glad to make it a new B-day date.... Happy, happy B-day my friend. May there be too many more to count. Welcome back! Maryanne Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bud Baker Posted February 28, 2010 Share Posted February 28, 2010 Glad you're better, Geri. That sounds way too scary. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tkelley Posted March 1, 2010 Share Posted March 1, 2010 Geri, Happy Happy Birthday! You are one special lady with an amazing guardian angel Welcome Back!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Snowflake Posted March 1, 2010 Share Posted March 1, 2010 I'm beginning to think we should develop badges on the site, for all the "events" that we have all experienced. You, dear Geri, would have the most, I think. I guess if one is to fall in the bathroom, the hospital is the place to do it. Where else would there be a team of people just hanging around with nothing better to do than play with an unconscious woman's chest? Well, BESIDES a fraternity party! So very, very glad you are still here to post yet another amazing "Tales from Geri's Odd Book of Life"... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Suzie Q Posted March 1, 2010 Share Posted March 1, 2010 Dang, Geri! How about no more "events" for a while? Boring is good. Glad you are back! Karen Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ry Posted March 1, 2010 Share Posted March 1, 2010 Somebody upstairs must be watching out for you-- probably your buddy Rich. I am glad you've come through ok. Hang in there. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shineladysue Posted March 2, 2010 Share Posted March 2, 2010 (((Geri))), Thank God , you are here to tell us about your "event". How do I miss these things? I'm here now and I'm just so sorry you have gone through so much, but it seems God wants to keep you around a while and so do we.. Thoughts and prayers headed your way. Hugs, Sue Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Geri Posted March 4, 2010 Author Share Posted March 4, 2010 Hey,guess what.........I'm back in the hospital tomorrow. I gained 10lbs in the week since I came home and breathing is getting increasing difficult. So I'll update when I can. We'll get rid of the extra water and hopefully come up with the answer to the frequenty of this need. Take care Geri Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ts Posted March 4, 2010 Share Posted March 4, 2010 Geri, Be well cared for and you will be in our thoughts. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jaminkw Posted March 4, 2010 Share Posted March 4, 2010 So sorry to hear you have to be back in the hospital. Be well cared for and hope they get you squared away real soon. Many healing thoughts coming your way. Judy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Treebywater Posted March 4, 2010 Share Posted March 4, 2010 I missed your first post, and I'm just seeing this one about going back to the hospital. I hope this time it's an 'event' free trip. About all the rest, I just have to say Wow. I'm so glad you're here with us, Geri. Keep it that way! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ann Posted March 4, 2010 Share Posted March 4, 2010 Geri, I am so sorry that I am just now reading this post. I am so thankful that you're such a tough cookie, my friend! What a terrible thing to go through! So glad that you were in the perfect place when this happened. I'm just so glad that you're alright!!! Happy Birthday, my friend! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blaze100 Posted March 17, 2010 Share Posted March 17, 2010 Geri, I pray all went well in the hospital. Barb Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nonni Posted March 24, 2010 Share Posted March 24, 2010 Geri...you are indeed a 'warrior'...God Bless you girl....I am just so happy that you were in the hospital at the time of your 'event'....but you KNOW that was no accident...God wanted it that way....You have lots of time left ..so now that you are back on the road...enjoy...love life and take it as it comes....HE only gives us what we can handle... love...nonni Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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