Tuesday, November 13, 2007

What a bummer.....

I don't talk much about my health......Sometimes I like to pretend like everything's just fine with me.... Today I was brought back to the real world. I had my normal drs. appt. today and was expecting my normal good news. Didn't happen. In fact, I'm not doing well at all...... My blood pressure was very low, and I am having some issues with my heartbeats. It's going very fast then stopping until my pacemaker kicks in. This is normal....My pacemaker doesn't let my rate go below 60, but if my heart is beating fast, like in the 90's to 100's then it drops to 60, I miss a couple of beats. It takes my breath away. That has happened a lot lately, and I've been having more chest pains. We have had some very stressful situations at our house lately, and my body just doesn't handle it the way a "normal" person does. I had a rough few days around Halloween, and I just haven't recovered. Tomorrow I go to the outpatient services at our hospital to get a bag of IV fluids....that usually helps. I'm not looking for sympathy... I am asking for paryers and good wishes to get my body back on track.....

Love to you all...

36 comments:

Jami said...

Oh Lou...

I'm praying for you right now.

Anonymous said...

So sorry to hear that you are feeling bad! I know JUST what you need!! SOME GOOD COMPANY!!! :):)

LOL!

I love you & I hope that you are feeling better VERY soon!

Ginger--Maya's mommy said...

Hey Lou,
What kind of pacer do you have? Is it an ICD also? I am praying that everything gets better.

Karen D. said...

Lou,
I am praying!!!! I love you and want everything to be fine! I am here if you need me!!!

Love and prayers,
Karen

Greta Jo said...

Lou,
I have been following your blog for the past six months.
You are an amazing woman with a giving heart.
I am praying for you.

Greta Jo

Katie said...

Awww.... I will pray for a full recovery for you :)

JuJu - said...

Lou- You call me if you need to - I am rpaying for you and thankful tonight that you are praying for us:)

We love you guys and I know things are turning around for you already - Our God hears our prayers and is faithful to answer them:)

JuJu;)

Alleen said...

You definitely have my prayers for everything to get back to normal, especially your health. Take good care of yourself.

Kim said...

I'm sorry you didn't get the news today that you wanted. I will be praying that the IV fluids will help. Take care of you!!!

Sig said...

Oh Lou, I am so glad you told us. I am sorry you got thisnews but hopefully they can get it out of control
Loveya,
Sig
www.wayhomeforana.blgospot.com

Powell Adoption said...

Lou,
You are in my prayers and I know that it is so hard to try to take care of your family when your health is not up to par. Keep up the faith sister, the Lord will see you through and give you everything that you need.
Blessings,
Laura

Faithful Froggers said...

I have been a lurker for a while . . . but had to post tonight to let you know that I am lifting you up in prayer.
FROG . . . fully-rely-on-God,
Heather

Anonymous said...

Lou,
I held my breath when I read your post. I am so sorry to hear you are having these difficulties...here you are reaching out to others and not feeling well yourself.

Now, take it easy and take time for your self. Feel better and keep us posted if you can.

Take Care,
Erin

Bekah said...

Oh wow Lou. I am so sorry that you didn't get the report you wanted and your heart is acting weird. I know that has to be scary for you guys. I will be praying for your health and for peace to cover your home. Praying...

Stacie said...

Lou, please know that we are DEFINITELY lifting you up in our prayers. I know just what you need...Alabama needs to beat Auburn next week, and that'll get you heart going for sure!! We love you guys!

Jerry

Melissa said...

Praying for you, Lou! Take good care of yourself!

Johnda said...

Lou,
We are praying for you!

Angel said...

AH GIRL! I am so sorry. :0( I AM praying for you now. Hugs to you friend. Angel

Doripink said...

Lou,
I am praying you for and asking God to heal you quickly.
Love-
Dori

Anonymous said...

Will continue to pray for a full recovery. You have such a servants heart, now is the time to let others be there for you. Keep trusting.

LIsa

Anonymous said...

I will indeed keep you in my thoughts and prayers!
I hope you are able to start recovering quickly. I know first hand that stress does indeed affect the ole tickers beat.
Good luck and keep us all posted.
Danielle

Courtney said...

Praying for you...Courtney

Mami Sue said...

Lou,
Count on me to pray!!
God is good and will
help you through this!
love and hugs,
sue

JoAnn said...

Saying prayers for you, hoping you feel better soon.

Nan and Dan said...

So sorry to hear you aren't feeling well, I hope things went well today and you are feeling much better!
You need to take care of yourself mama :)

Rose said...

Lou lou
You take care of yourself. I will be praying for you!!
Roseann

Cameo said...

Oh my Lou Lou, I'm so sorry. Of course will be praying for you. You should have let us know BEFORE this! I hope Natalie got after you for this. And I know that this situation is soooo not funny, but I'm sorry, I find it funny when you say so easily "my pacemaker". I see you, and you soooo do not look like someone who has a pacemaker! I expect some 80 year old cripple, NOT your hot self! So please forgive me for laughing at that part of your post. I am praying for you though. Love you!

Soltana said...

Hope you feel better.
Sending hugs from VA

I haven't read your blog since cutie girl came home... OH MY how she has grown!!! And SOOO CUTE TOO!!!!

The Cook said...

You are in my prayers. I know everything will be ok :)

Priscilla said...

Oh wow, what a drag. I hope you're feeling better already!

Johnda said...

You are in my prayers..thinking about you today.

Natalie said...

OK...so you already have 31 well wishes...I'm such a comment slacker. I HAVE talked to you though ;)

You know I love you and it makes me so sad to see you feeling so crummy. John told me I could go visit you again if that would help anything :)

Hope things went well today. And I hope you've been able to get lots of rest. Have a good time in Florida...and TAKE IT EASY! Travel safe.

Love you.

Pineapple Princess said...

I am praying for you. I've got issues with my heart, too. I know exactly what you meant by "they take my breath away." I've felt those exact symptoms.
Jesus, please heal Lou! Amen.

Andrea said...

Oh LouLou-I haven't been able to comment before today. I am so sorry you're not feeling well. I hope the fluids helped out a bit. Our God is a God of miracles and He can heal that heart of yours. I will keep you in my prayers. Hang in there!

Love you much!

Anonymous said...

Lou,
I didn't realize you were going through this. You know I understand. You are in my prayers and I love you.

Becky Vick

Anonymous said...

Hi friend!! How are ya feeling? Hopefully better. I am praying. God is a God who still heals today, and I know he will heal you in His time and in His way. We join together in praying that!!

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