Thank You

I would sincerely like to thank you all so much for sending us your thoughts and prayers. Tests have been coming back with positive reassurance for our 6-yr old daughter. We have now scheduled an appointment with an electrocardiologist at Children's Hospital for November 30th. It will be a long wait, but I feel so much better knowing that Katrina will have a thorough examination at that point. I am so grateful that it appears that our little one will be fine. The "unknown" entity of what happened still frightens me, but I feel much more aware of what can happen and how to handle it.

It saddens me to realize that so many children's health is in such a critical state. We have been so fortunate to have the founder of the Cardiac Arrythmias and Research Foundation shooting the "silver bullets" we so desperately needed to remove the fear that gripped our hearts by helping us get answers quickly. What would have normally taken weeks - we had answers within hours. It appears that the educational process is just beginning for this group of heart diseases.

Thank you once again for sending us your prayers and positive thoughts. We can still use them, but I am beginning to rest a little easier at night and I just wanted to let you know how much I have appreciated your support. If you are reading this please take the time to read the information shared on the above website - not to scare yourself, but to educate yourself. I share this with you because my hope is that our scare can help save someone else's life.

Comments

[danita]

Ellen,
I've recently begun reading your blog. I'm thinking about you and your family. I hope that you can get good news from Children's. {{{hug}}}

[Joyce Traub]

Ellen, good to hear there is a bit of positive news. Will keep you and your family in our prayers. Thanks for sharing.

[Renee V. (aka: happystamper05 SCS)]

Praise God for the good news and positive test results.
How absolutely frightening it must have been for you as a mom. I get tears just thinking about it.
Ellen, you will remain in my thoughts and my prayers. Thank you for updating us.
(((Hugs))) to you and your family.
Renee V.

[Karen (stampin3)]

Ellen - I'm glad to hear that things are looking more positive for your daughter. Your family will continue to be in my prayers!!

[McHeather]

Ellen - you know I am thinking of you and your beautiful family! Love, hugs, prayers, and positivity to all of you!

[paige]

Ellen, I continue to keep your family in my prayers. With young girls of my own, and a history of heart conditions myself, I am feeling close to your situation. Education and information are key to overcoming any obstacle/opportunity and it sounds like you are well on your way. Rest easy, and know that the Lord is right there with you!

[Joan]

I'm glad to hear that this situation may not be too serious. Best wishes to both of you.

[Ally]

Ellen, I have a little boy the same age and I am so glad that the news is positive about your little one.
It will make me hug mine a little harder and a little longer tonight!

[Sarah S]

Ellen, I am so happy to hear everything is ok. As a mother of a 5 yr old, this hit so close to home. You and your family are in my prayers.

[Dotty]

Ellen,
You & your family will continue to be in our thoughts and prayers. Positive thoughts travel far! I'm glad that things are looking better and you had a minute to give us an update. Take care! {{{{{{HUGS}}}}}}

[Mary]

Ellen, I, too, am very glad to hear your positive news. Nothing is more frightening than to have health concerns about your child. My daughter suffered arrythmia as a child, also, along with mitral valve prolapse. It wasn't easy and very worrisome until we knew what was happening. The best thing to do is go to the best care there is and get the proper treatment and medication. She eventually "outgrew" the arrythmia and is doing very well. Best wishes and lots of love!

[Beverly]

Ellen,
I'm so glad that the news about your daughter is looking more positive. I will keep you all in my thougths and prayers.
Beverly