The moment I'd been waiting for came today. It didn't go exactly how I had thought it would. But, once again, I am assured that God's plan is always better. For those of you that may not know, a few weeks ago, I was told I had a hole in my heart. It seemed heart surgery was inevitable. Having watched my husband go through it, I knew what I was getting into. I wasn't looking forward to it, but I was relieved to finally have answers to my questions.
Today was my appointment with the cardiologist. I was lucky to get in so quickly after calling several times to check for cancellations. To my surprise, the cardiologist seemed barely concerned with the hole in my heart. It seems the hole is located in a place that isn't as severe as what we had originally thought. So, heart surgery is not in my future!
This leaves the question of why I am so fatigued and short of breath. I hesitate to agree with his answer. But, since we are looking further into things, I'll go with it for now.
As I read about my diagnosis online tonight, it seems I am very lucky. About 18% of people have this and most don't find out until they have a stroke or TIA (a mini- stroke), I was lucky enough to find out before that and can continue taking steps to stay healthy and avoid either of those.
Through the last few weeks, the few people I told were such a blessing to me with their thoughts and prayers. It's amazing to feel that comfort.
I am frustrated with the answers I don't have. But, it seems that is something I'll have to deal with for now. This past Sunday, part of the sermon focused on worrying or having faith. The next day, my mom sent me a devotion with a similar theme. It seems I'm getting a big hint. I do have faith that God will direct my life. So, I need to have faith that He will take care of all of all of my needs- including my health. And, I know things will be good. After all, He did let me know I need to continue working towards a healthier lifestyle to avoid a stroke since I am more prone to having one.
So, where was God today? He made sure I got the answers He needed me to get and at some point, He'll give me the answers to the rest of my questions.
2 Corinthians 5:7 (CEB)
Blessings,
Jennifer
Today was my appointment with the cardiologist. I was lucky to get in so quickly after calling several times to check for cancellations. To my surprise, the cardiologist seemed barely concerned with the hole in my heart. It seems the hole is located in a place that isn't as severe as what we had originally thought. So, heart surgery is not in my future!
This leaves the question of why I am so fatigued and short of breath. I hesitate to agree with his answer. But, since we are looking further into things, I'll go with it for now.
As I read about my diagnosis online tonight, it seems I am very lucky. About 18% of people have this and most don't find out until they have a stroke or TIA (a mini- stroke), I was lucky enough to find out before that and can continue taking steps to stay healthy and avoid either of those.
Through the last few weeks, the few people I told were such a blessing to me with their thoughts and prayers. It's amazing to feel that comfort.
I am frustrated with the answers I don't have. But, it seems that is something I'll have to deal with for now. This past Sunday, part of the sermon focused on worrying or having faith. The next day, my mom sent me a devotion with a similar theme. It seems I'm getting a big hint. I do have faith that God will direct my life. So, I need to have faith that He will take care of all of all of my needs- including my health. And, I know things will be good. After all, He did let me know I need to continue working towards a healthier lifestyle to avoid a stroke since I am more prone to having one.
So, where was God today? He made sure I got the answers He needed me to get and at some point, He'll give me the answers to the rest of my questions.
2 Corinthians 5:7 (CEB)
We live by faith and not by sight.
Blessings,
Jennifer
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