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A word of gratitude

Posted on March 11, 2016 by

Today I had my last appointment with my surgeon. He is a great physician who has been working with the Great Physician to accomplish my healing. Today also, I was looking through the nice cards people sent me as I … Continue reading →

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Good News!

Posted on February 12, 2016 by

Praise God, from whom all blessings flow; Praise Him, all creatures here below; Praise Him above, ye heav’nly host; Praise Father, Son, and Holy Ghost! Today I met with my surgeon to review the results of the MRI I had … Continue reading →

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MRI’s and Claustrophobia

Posted on February 10, 2016 by

On Monday, I had my MRI along with three x-rays. Because I’ve had MRI’s previously, I took a Valium so that I could stay in the tube while the MRI was performed. I have a problem with claustrophobia and get … Continue reading →

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MRI ordered

Posted on February 3, 2016 by

Today I had my monthly appointment with my surgeon. After evaluating my shoulder and reading the report from my therapist, he has ordered an MRI to discover whether I might have re-torn my rotator cuff after surgery. I mentioned to … Continue reading →

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What I have learned

Posted on January 27, 2016 by

Last year when I made my decision to have my left shoulder operated on, I assumed that it would go pretty much like my right shoulder surgery. I knew that it would be hard, but I assumed that, just like … Continue reading →

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Happy Thanksgiving!

Posted on November 25, 2015 by

In everything give thanks! Thomas Watson,  1620-1686, All Things for Good “We know that God causes everything to work together for the good of those who love God and are called according to His purpose.” Romans 8:28 See what cause the … Continue reading →

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Week 8 Progress Report

Posted on October 23, 2015 by

It has been 8 weeks since my rotator cuff surgery (August 27th). I had a 3.5 cm full thickness “L” shaped tear and a completely ruptured bicep muscle. My surgeon spent all of 2 hours repairing my tear and cleaning … Continue reading →

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