NEWS!

As of last night, I wasn't planning to have an update so soon.  Isn't it funny how you receive news when you least expect it?  

The first thing this morning, I received a phone call. On the other end of the line was the Denver cardiologist's nurse.  As it turns out, Dr. Carroll did have a chance to look at my file yesterday.  The nurse explained that she did not have a chance to call me, because she was home with a sick kiddo.  "Hallelujah!"  resounded in my mind, "I finally have answers!" 

Not only did I have answers, but she told me that Dr. Carroll would be able to repair my holes through the percutaneous (closed) method.  It will involve two patches, but it can be done.  Better yet, I was able to make an appointment for a consult with the Dr. himself on January 27 and the procedure will be completed on January 29, 2015. 

"Is this soon enough for you?" she asked.
"Absolutely!" I replied finding it hard to contain my excitement, as we continued our conversation.  

I soon found out that following the procedure, I will only have to be hospitalized for 24 hours, and then I will be able to go home.  I can return to work early the following week.  

I still have many questions for the doctor including how sure he is that this method will work for me and when I will be able to return to the activities I enjoy.  Those will have to wait another few weeks until he returns from Taiwan.  This procedure will also need to be preapproved through my health insurance company. I hope this won't hold up being able to have my heart repaired, as I have read horror stories of others who are still waiting for procedures due to insurance snags.  

Right now, I am going to enjoy this wonderful news, but wanted to share it with you all.  I am so thankful to have a problem that looks like it can be repaired.

Thanks to each and every one of you for following my story and your continued support and prayers.  I have received so many kind messages from my many friends and family old and new, near and far.  I wouldn't be able to "hold it all together" if it were not for you all.  I will continue to update this blog as there is new information and ups and downs.