DAY 4 - The Wait....but I am thankful!

Have you ever been filled with so many different emotions you felt like you just might explode? Well, that is how I have felt over the last month or so. I have to admit being on this emotional roller coaster has been exhausting.  However, today I want to talk about being filled with love and gratefulness.

I have been amazed with the support I have received from so many people.  Oftentimes, we read, hear, or experience the disappointing, and awful things people do.  But, there are so many people who are good, kind-hearted, loving, supportive and giving.  I have said many times that I am so thankful for my amazing support system.  My support system is made up of so many people including: friends, family, co-workers, neighbors, brothers and sisters in Christ, classmates and even strangers who send me words of encouragement daily. I have also had the opportunity to meet a few heart transplant survivors via phone, Facebook and email. These individuals are extraordinary and have also helped me tremendously through this process. My Aunt always tells me that God will supply ALL your needs and he is doing just that!

I want to introduce you guys to my amazing home health nurse.  She has educated, encouraged, and supported me through this process.  Ladies and Gentlemen meet Angela Martin:

I have not always had a great experience with home health nurses, but Angela has been great and changed my view. Nurses are special people.  And, the nurses that really care about their job and patient care should be celebrated.  I salute you.

I am thankful for the Lord waking me up this morning. I am thankful for my support system.  I am thankful to be able to share my journey with you.  I am so blessed.  God is so good!

Today is day 4 of my wait on the heart transplant list.  Some people have had to wait years for a transplant. And, my brother-in-law (Darius) reminded me that God is in control and he is always on time. I will not rush this process because God is not early or late he is on time. I believe in his power.  I have HOPE in HIM!  Everything will be just fine. 

Hug and Kiss your loved ones daily and please continue to pray for me!  I thank and appreciate all of you!

With Every Beat Love,

Let's Do This! Heart Transplant!

It has been so long since I posted a blog post.  Life has been a whirlwind over the last few months.  I guess the most life-changing news that I received is that it is finally time to discuss more life-saving options related to my congestive heart failure. My cardiologist presented two options to me and my family.  The option to receive a left ventricle assist device known as a LVAD or a heart transplant.

What?!?  Who me?  For real!  This is all too much for a thirty-four year old, mom, wife, sister, friend.  Those are the thoughts that originally went through my mind.  I felt very overwhelmed with this information and experienced all sorts of emotions.  I have felt sad, angry, anxious, confused, and excited.  I didn't know what to do or how I was going to handle this critical decision in my life.  However, all of my family, friends, health care team, and co-workers immediately stepped up to the plate to support me.  My husband reminded me the first thing we needed to do was pray over this decision because at the end of the day God would lead us to the right decision.  Over the last month or so we have attended education classes, looked up information and talked this decision over with several important people in our lives.  And, we have decided to move forward with the heart transplant.  That's right folks, I am getting a new heart.  I was officially placed on the list July 21, 2014.  I am still very nervous, but prayerful that everything will work out fine.

My Aunt has shared several scriptures with me that have helped my mental state so much.  I try my best to meditate on them daily.  I have several favorite scriptures but the one that has catered to my heart recently is:

Philippians 4:6-7  Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God.  And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.

I have so much to share about this journey I am on so stay tuned, and please pray for me and my family daily!


Below is a website that will help my family with my medical expenses and after care.  If your heart leads you to make a donation just know that I appreciate it.  If not, just please pray for me daily!

https://www.giveforward.com/fundraiser/xt15/have-a-heart


With Every Beat Love,