Deena Z  Just in case you doubt me…
Here you go:
Plants release chemicals into the air or soil to send messages. For example, if a daffodil is under attack by pests, it might release certain chemicals that warn nearby plants to boost their own defenses.

Deena Z  You both are too much, in a good way.
Here you go:
Plants release chemicals into the air or soil to send messages. For example, if a daffodil is under attack by pests, it might release certain chemicals that warn nearby plants to boost their own defenses.

Richard Munson  I also release a chemical into the air when i feel threatened by pasts. It may be age related however.

Valerie Allen  Sue, your update is wonderful to read! I am so happy your surgery was good and you are well on the road to recovery. What a relief, yes? 

Sue Lambkin  @ValerieAllen, I got through the surgery, I swear it was from the wonderful support from this site. Because it was open heart, and needing life support, and a blood transfusion, I was thankful the hard part was in the surgeons hands. You sent me a lovely note prior and it does matter. I am so happy that is done and over, I may get a good 5-10 years out of my tissue valve. I had some trepidation before hand, and thinking now, I should have just...let it go. My breast bone should be healed in 3 months but honestly, I feel good. Having people like you lifting others up, before and after makes all the difference. I bless you and thank you daily.
❤️Sue

Daisy Tanner  Oh Linda, I’m so sorry. Wishing you strength, comfort, and a smooth surgery and recovery. You will be in my thoughts and prayers. 🙏🏼 Big hugs 💞

Robert Miller  Why high risk? Do you really have to do it this quickly? And you haven't talked to your surgeon??? Have you  ever interviewed him? Have you ever discussed this with a second surgeon?

I went to urgent care, they sent me right to the hospital not allowing me to drive myself (my wife came and picked me up leaving my car behind) and the hospital staff first didn't approve me to leave. They eventually did when I told them I just need a few days to decide on a surgeon, etc. A few days for something completely new that I never thought about before wasn't much time but it helped me prepare better. If you read my posts, I am all for doing it earlier than later but if you can just get a few days, I think that will help a lot. And for sure talk to your surgeon.

You should read the learning center on this website. Or if you have someone, have them read it especially the recovery part and prepare whatever can be prepared. https://www.heart-valve-surgery.com/learning-center.php

Good luck! You got this! 

susan harris  thank you so much for posting. i had no idea this organization existed!  will look for a group in philadelphia!