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Giving thanks this holiday season
Some of you knew
Others didn’t
In early January 2024
I was diagnosed with having a/fib
Atrial Fibrillation
How could that be ?
I never felt the symptoms particularly
Yet it was
Blood thinners immediately prescribed
Other heart drugs too
Then
Complications from drugs
More doctors
Lots of tests
Terrible interrupted sleep
Peeing like no tomorrow
Then
I started to listen to my doctors
Also to myself
Decisions to be made
Action plan
Radio Frequency Ablation
Operating room like a sci-fi theater
In at 6am
Walking down 5th Avenue at 2pm
Amazing
Been 2 months
Taking my ECG 3 times daily
Heartbeat steady as she comes
Coming off blood thinners next month
Healed for now
Quite a journey
Grateful to my doctors and friends
They had to listen to me for a year
Don’t need presents for the holidays
I’ve got life, best gift of them all
Some of you knew
Others didn’t
In early January 2024
I was diagnosed with having a/fib
Atrial Fibrillation
How could that be ?
I never felt the symptoms particularly
Yet it was
Blood thinners immediately prescribed
Other heart drugs too
Then
Complications from drugs
More doctors
Lots of tests
Terrible interrupted sleep
Peeing like no tomorrow
Then
I started to listen to my doctors
Also to myself
Decisions to be made
Action plan
Radio Frequency Ablation
Operating room like a sci-fi theater
In at 6am
Walking down 5th Avenue at 2pm
Amazing
Been 2 months
Taking my ECG 3 times daily
Heartbeat steady as she comes
Coming off blood thinners next month
Healed for now
Quite a journey
Grateful to my doctors and friends
They had to listen to me for a year
Don’t need presents for the holidays
I’ve got life, best gift of them all
Author's Note
Thank you all for your encouragement.
I try to lead a healthy life.
Especially grateful to dimpy.
She said I’d be I’d be ok and I believed her ..
I try to lead a healthy life.
Especially grateful to dimpy.
She said I’d be I’d be ok and I believed her ..
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Re. Regular / Irregular/ Regulated
23rd Dec 2024 11:59pm
YES
IT
IS
dimpy is a wise woman, so happy she’s in your corner, PS.
This is most definitely a gift.
Merry Christmas.
IT
IS
dimpy is a wise woman, so happy she’s in your corner, PS.
This is most definitely a gift.
Merry Christmas.
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Re: Re. Regular / Irregular/ Regulated
24th Dec 2024 00:28am
It's a huge gift.
It taught me to believe in humanity more ...
Dimpy was very supportive
Thx Mary
It taught me to believe in humanity more ...
Dimpy was very supportive
Thx Mary
Re. Regular / Irregular/ Regulated
24th Dec 2024 00:09am
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24th Dec 2024 00:29am
Thanks so much Fia
I had great doctors and support staff and friends who cared ...
I had great doctors and support staff and friends who cared ...
Re. Regular / Irregular/ Regulated
24th Dec 2024 00:21am
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24th Dec 2024 00:31am
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Anonymous
24th Dec 2024 00:33am
Yay! Happy for your great outcome.
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24th Dec 2024 00:37am
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24th Dec 2024 1:24am
dearest artist...i have told you many times that there is something that pulls me towards you, i have always remembered you in my prayers, i have always said that only let positive energy remain around you.... and I'm sure this is the only reason for your recovery... "positivity...." i am very happy to hear that this festival some medicine is going away from you... forever....people who give you positivity, people who take care of you, people with whom you will travel the beautiful journey ahead, this will be a great gift....n I told you naa i always get HOPE from you... be my sexy cowboy for always ;)
❤❤
xoxo
❤❤
xoxo
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Re: Re. Regular / Irregular/ Regulated
24th Dec 2024 2:15am
I'm very fortunate to be in magical hands...
Thank you for your support always ❤
I try everyday to bring optimism .... sometimes successful. I'm glad you are able to draw strength and courage from me.
That is my mission..
Thanks d
💕
Thank you for your support always ❤
I try everyday to bring optimism .... sometimes successful. I'm glad you are able to draw strength and courage from me.
That is my mission..
Thanks d
💕
Re. Regular / Irregular/ Regulated
24th Dec 2024 2:16am
hello dearest Poet that sounds scary I'm happy you were close to those who could support you I'm happy you have come out the otherside and will be fine we need you here 💕
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Re: Re. Regular / Irregular/ Regulated
24th Dec 2024 2:48am
It was kind of scary but by and large a safe procedure. I was influenced by a friend who works in the cardiac unit where I was being treated so he only had good things to say about my physician. So I went into it feeling confident...
Thx so much for your well wishes Brenda.
It's nice to be wanted..
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Thx so much for your well wishes Brenda.
It's nice to be wanted..
💕
Re. Regular / Irregular/ Regulated
24th Dec 2024 4:48am
That's good news, Speak. Did not know you were going through this. Glad you had, dimpy, in your corner. And the rest of DU being supportive as well. Life is a gift, indeed. Sending positive vibes your way. Take care. Happy Holidays, my friend. Great write. Appreciate you.
Damian
Damian
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I didn’t know I had a/fib until I did a stress test and they diagnosed me. It was a complete surprise. The good news is my heart is strong and I have no blockages. I live in a walk up apartment and am up and down the stairs often. Every flight of stairs you walk is a gift to your heart. Whenever I have a choice between an escalator or stairs I always choose stairs.
Yes I had DUP support.
Dimpy could feel me and she sent positive vibes to me often. She told ne to believe in her powers to heal so I did. And she was on target …
I am grateful to her and others who lent support.
I’m a huge Doors fan too. Currently reading a Robby Krieger bio SET THE NIGHT ON FIRE.
When I was younger I used to go into our garage at home and sing TOUCH ME. I could swear the reverb made me sound like Morrison. Of course I was smoking a lot of dope back then so …
Thanks Damian
Appreciate you 2 !!
Onward
Yes I had DUP support.
Dimpy could feel me and she sent positive vibes to me often. She told ne to believe in her powers to heal so I did. And she was on target …
I am grateful to her and others who lent support.
I’m a huge Doors fan too. Currently reading a Robby Krieger bio SET THE NIGHT ON FIRE.
When I was younger I used to go into our garage at home and sing TOUCH ME. I could swear the reverb made me sound like Morrison. Of course I was smoking a lot of dope back then so …
Thanks Damian
Appreciate you 2 !!
Onward
Re. Regular / Irregular/ Regulated
24th Dec 2024 5:27am
Dear PS,
You played this close to your vest. I’m so sorry you experienced this and I’m so happy you’re on the mend and still able to keep us all in check. What a to do. Hugs of elation to you. Cheers to a healthy 2025! H🌷
You played this close to your vest. I’m so sorry you experienced this and I’m so happy you’re on the mend and still able to keep us all in check. What a to do. Hugs of elation to you. Cheers to a healthy 2025! H🌷
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Re: Re. Regular / Irregular/ Regulated
24th Dec 2024 12:12pm
Dear H,
Thank you so much for your kind words and support.
It’s been quite a year. I’m learning how to take better care of myself even though I thought I was healthy, this silent condition told me otherwise.
It’s a bear but I’m working on my health and trying to help others as well yo be aware of this condition. I’m on the mend though and looking forward to the new year.
Best to to you H
Your Sheriff and Mayor thanks you !
💕🤠
Thank you so much for your kind words and support.
It’s been quite a year. I’m learning how to take better care of myself even though I thought I was healthy, this silent condition told me otherwise.
It’s a bear but I’m working on my health and trying to help others as well yo be aware of this condition. I’m on the mend though and looking forward to the new year.
Best to to you H
Your Sheriff and Mayor thanks you !
💕🤠
Re. Regular / Irregular/ Regulated
24th Dec 2024 12:55pm
Happy to hear that your doing well. Your a gift to the people that know & love you. Without you being here or around your loved ones, the world would be a much lonelier place without PoetSpeak.
Stay well, stay strong, keep your head up high and always listen to your body. We only get one in this lifetime.
The poem was awesome & heartfelt. Have a great holiday my friend.
Stay well, stay strong, keep your head up high and always listen to your body. We only get one in this lifetime.
The poem was awesome & heartfelt. Have a great holiday my friend.
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Re: Re. Regular / Irregular/ Regulated
24th Dec 2024 1:20pm
Thank you so much Keith
I really appreciate your words.
I'm working everyday to lead a healthier lifestyle. It's difficult at times and I'm no Saint but taking bigger steps to try and eat better and to stuff off the stressful stuff that often consumes me. Poetspeak will remain and be in your inbox for a long as I am fruitful in my literary efforts.
New art coming soon I hope too
All the best Keith
You're a good friend
Thank you !!
I really appreciate your words.
I'm working everyday to lead a healthier lifestyle. It's difficult at times and I'm no Saint but taking bigger steps to try and eat better and to stuff off the stressful stuff that often consumes me. Poetspeak will remain and be in your inbox for a long as I am fruitful in my literary efforts.
New art coming soon I hope too
All the best Keith
You're a good friend
Thank you !!
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24th Dec 2024 1:48pm
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24th Dec 2024 1:49pm
Re. Regular / Irregular/ Regulated
24th Dec 2024 4:11pm
If ever there was a time for good news, this is it. Hell yeah! Congratulations on your holiday blessing! 🙌
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Re: Re. Regular / Irregular/ Regulated
24th Dec 2024 4:21pm
Thank you so much Willow.
I got a great present 🎁
Very happy with it, no returns !!
Merry/ Happy
😍
I got a great present 🎁
Very happy with it, no returns !!
Merry/ Happy
😍
Re. Regular / Irregular/ Regulated
26th Dec 2024 7:55pm
I'm glad to hear you're doing well Poet. I really think the mix of medications here and there tend to help one thing but stir up another. But it's like you said, as long as you're taking care of yourself, eating better and doing what you need to do, you'll live a long time.
Hope you're having a great holiday.
Hope you're having a great holiday.
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26th Dec 2024 9:24pm
It's been a Ying Yang year Wally.
Glad to put it to rest but yes, watching my diet and consumption. Sleep actually improving some too though it's a challenge sometimes. Good sleep is really a luxury at thus age ..
Glad to put it to rest but yes, watching my diet and consumption. Sleep actually improving some too though it's a challenge sometimes. Good sleep is really a luxury at thus age ..
Re. Regular / Irregular/ Regulated
26th Dec 2024 8:59pm
Wishing you a healthy 2025. Time creeps up like (bereft of a suitable poetic metaphor) but you know...
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Re: Re. Regular / Irregular/ Regulated
26th Dec 2024 9:26pm
Yes
Time does Creep up.
I need not remind you.
Life is a challenge..
I'm bearing witness
Thanks Rob
Hope you're hanging in ..
Time does Creep up.
I need not remind you.
Life is a challenge..
I'm bearing witness
Thanks Rob
Hope you're hanging in ..
Re. Regular / Irregular/ Regulated
27th Dec 2024 3:43pm
Somehow, I missed this. SO thankful my General is still not only in command but way out ahead sharing his magic and commands. Hugs and much love, Oral
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27th Dec 2024 4:03pm
Thank you Colonel O
I am doing fine now.
The wonders of modern medicine !
It really is a miracle.
Now I'm going to make peace around the globe ...
I do like globes ..
Peace to you Oral !!
Thanks
I am doing fine now.
The wonders of modern medicine !
It really is a miracle.
Now I'm going to make peace around the globe ...
I do like globes ..
Peace to you Oral !!
Thanks
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27th Dec 2024 5:42pm
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27th Dec 2024 6:34pm
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27th Dec 2024 6:54pm
YES! Bigger, firmer, and more is BETTER. My General is always in command and control.
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Re. Regular / Irregular/ Regulated
28th Dec 2024 1:39pm
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28th Dec 2024 2:02pm
I am trying Bat.
My best advice?
Do preventive medicine by seeing your doctors on a regular basis. My situation was found in a routine physical and an EKG that was irregular...
Thanks ✋
My best advice?
Do preventive medicine by seeing your doctors on a regular basis. My situation was found in a routine physical and an EKG that was irregular...
Thanks ✋
Re. Regular / Irregular/ Regulated
28th Dec 2024 7:47pm
I am sorry to hear about your terrifying journey but so glad to see you're well and still with us. Thank you for sharing this with us, friend.
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28th Dec 2024 9:09pm
I was lucky in retrospect to have a caring doctor who picked up on the irregularity in my EKG. It was a rough year from a psychological standpoint but I think I'm on the mend again. I feel good so I guess that's half the battle.
Thanks so much for your sweet comment Mars.
I appreciate it !!
Thanks so much for your sweet comment Mars.
I appreciate it !!
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28th Dec 2024 10:52pm
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28th Dec 2024 11:49pm