Recently life presented me with a rather brusque reminder of mortality……..crushing chest pain.
A quick run to the emergency room at three in the morning and the usual hand wringing, I.V. insertion, EKG taking, oxygen giving and whisking off to intensive care, while you try to remember if you did wear good underwear or not (now is not the time to take a peek; they are all watching) and if you turned off the coffee pot, to await the arrival of the cardiac catheterization laboratory personnel and most importantly …………… the cardiologist!
I am one of the lucky ones who has been under the guidance and care of Robert N. Schnitzler, M.D. My outcome was great (hence this blog post), once again the amazing and wonderful Dr. Schnitzler was able to place a stent in a coronary artery and avoid the splitting of the chest by cardiovascular surgeons!…………………..whew, it was close!
I am so lucky to be friends with his Cardiac Nurse Specialist, Victoria who helps guide me through the forest of dense and confusing medical undergrowth!
Upon my return home, I find that Airports Made Simple has nominated me for The Versatile Blogger award. …………………….. made my day, I must say.
Just as I thought that the downhill slide was upon me this great and wonderful person, whose blog I so enjoy, made me feel special! Never underestimate the kindness of strangers.
So here, so presented, is my very first (and oh so timely) blog award!
I do so very, very appreciate this award and the spirit in which it was presented.
Thank you do very much Airports Made Simple for lifting my spirits up and encouraging my continued exploration into this new and fun venue of communication.
…………..and now in keeping with The Versatile Blogger Award rules, I hereby nominate the following bloggers to be the next recipients of the Versatile Blogger Award:
- Theadora with People, Places and Bling!
- The Coastal Crone - Tales, Trails & Connections to Almost Anything
- Pasta Princess & More! – Home made Colorful Pasta and more…
- The Burlesque Baker
- Pepper Bento – Japanese Cooking & Bento with Pepper (me!)
- Rantings of an Amateur Chef – Food…cooking…eating…tools – what works, and what doesn’t!
- Meg Travels
- The Chef in My Head
- Galicia Futura
- Mouse at Live2EatEat2Live Blog
- Malou at Going Dutch – and loving it
- Sudden Flashes of Inspiration
- Stephanielane2012 – Contemplations Because of a Camera
- While Chasing Kids
To all of you listed above, thank you for sharing your thoughts, ideas, views and recipes!
You inspire us to be more, do more and love more each day.
Enjoy your Award……….I hope it made your day as much as it did mine!
I’m so glad you’re feeling better. Whew! Thanks for the very kind words.
You really did make my day…..thanks so much!
Lions and tigers, oh my, Tin Man! Thank you so much for the surprise award – I accept. I am glad that you have recovered and did not need a new heart! Stay well!
Lions and tigers and Cardiac cath techs oh my is right my dearest Crone! Yes, I too am happy that the fate of the real Tin Man was not upon me! Enjoy the reward it is much deserved!
This is awesome. Much congratulations!
Love,
NMK
Thank you so very much! You are a very insightful and kind person. I do so enjoy your blog.
Well, it’s all worth it then. Thanks for reading :0
I can’t believe it! I’m so glad you’re better! Congratulations on the timely award—well deserved! And thanks again!!
Thank you my dear! I was a bit nervous, but as always the Great Oz (my cardiologist) gave me a better heart again! Thank goodness for the Emerald City! whew!
How grand and well deserved is this!! Perfect timing, after a life threatening experince, to have your creativity rewarded. Excellent. No purple marks. Mary Rauch
Oh my Magical, Marvelous Mary ……….Thank You
Oh, my goodness!! I’ve missed your posts. I just assumed you were on holiday. What a tale. Hospital are never, ever fun. Gosh. Please keep healing. And let me know if there’s anything I do or send your way. And congratulations on the award!! It’s oh, so well-deserved. Big Hugs, XXX, Theadora (And of course, thank you.)
Theadora, thank you so much for the well wishes! Just keep sending your happiness and joy.
It’s a deal. I’ll keep sending hugs and positive thoughts your way!! T.
Glad you are better now
Congratulations on your award
Thank you so very, very much!
Wow! Im so glad your ok!! Congratulations on your award…………..great stories like yours should win all kinds of awards.
Sincerely,
Ana
Thank you so much Ana! I will see you soon.
Wow oh gosh – what a fright that must have been! (I’m happy I’m not the only one who thinks about the clean underwear and the coffee pot). I’m glad that you’re on the mend and thank you for the Versatile Blogger award. Thank you
Thank you Stephanie and you are quite welcome for the award……..well deserved.
Congratulations and best wishes to you!
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Really cool. I am so glad you are feeling better.
Thank you so much Jill!
Thank you so very much for the nomination!
You are most welcome and may I add that it is most well deserved, as you are one of the most loyal and active members of this community!
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Oh my! So sorry to hear about your scare! Very scary indeed, thankfully you are well and recovering! That is the best news and quite the reminder not to take anything for granted. Congratulations on your award … it does make one feel good doesn’t it! And … thank you so much for nominating me. I’m glad you enjoy reading my blog. Take care and stay well Tin Man.
Cheryl
You are most welcome and the reward is most deserved. Thank you for your caring and kind words. The Tin Man didn’t get a new heart but this one got fixed!
Ahhh Tin Man … That makes my heart happy!
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Been busy and just now reading this blog …. Wow, what a scare! Glad you were well taken care of and are home and better. Congrats on the award!
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You certainly had a group of munckins looking for the yellow brick road to the Emerald City to ask a boon from the great OZ and our wishes came true! Once again we have the TinMan to watch over us!