Hi, everyone. Hope you guys had a wonderful Memorial Day
Holiday.
Today I wanted to talk a little bit about thankfulness and
second chances. My husband, Richard, went to the doctor for a regular follow-up
visit. Next thing we know, he’s in under the knife and needing four bypasses.
Crazy, right? Tell me about it. The blockages in his arteries (all the main
ones) was so severe that the odds were not good at all.
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| My better half |
It was a pretty scary time. Looking back, those uncertain
hours are like a blur in my mind. The hardest part, though, was that last hug,
right before they took him away. I wanted to somehow convey my love and hope
and fears through that touch and not breakdown so he wouldn’t see how terrified
I was. The way he held me, like he would never let go, broke my heart.
So five days later, back at home, there are so many things I’m
grateful for. I’m grateful that family came to share those black moments with
me. Their love and support made me stronger to be the rock my husband needs at
this time. I’m grateful God guided the hands of the surgeon and Richard is not
only alive but his recovery is going great. I’m grateful that we were at a
hospital where the nurses and the techs and everyone else were committed to
giving him the best possible care. I’m grateful for all the friends that
called, messaged and/or texted to see how he was doing and offer help and
support. One of the many positive uses of Social Media.
I am thankful that the road ahead stretches as far as the
horizon and then some more. That I have a second chance with my soul mate and I
intend to make sure it lasts as long as it can. Of course, this means a lot of
hard work on many levels, his recovery being the main one right now. I think we’re
up to it.
What about you? Have you had a close call with a loved one?
What are you thankful for? I’d love to hear from you.
