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Kath41

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Heading for Stanford
Feb 25^th, 2005 at 10:40pm

Hi All ,
I will be leaving for Stanford in the morning, they have a pretty full schedule for me starting Monday, First the transcranial doppler then meet Dr. Steinberg and his staff, then later on in the day my MRI. Tuesday first thing is the xenon test, I have to admit I am a little nervous about that test, I hope it isn't to bad . I hope to meet Jill and her family while I am there, Jill and I have already spoken a few times and she sounds like a very kind, sweet person so I am excited about that . I will try to keep you all posted on my progress while I am out there, I was told there are computers that I can use through out the hospital so when I am up and around I will let you know how things are going. The first surgery is scheduled for March 2 and the second on March 9, then if things go well I can come home on March 20th, so please pray for me so that I can get home to my girls as soon as possible.
Take Care,
Kathleen

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Lora New Poster Offline My niece has MM Posts: 9 Springfield, USA, usa, 350, 141, IL, Illinois Gender:	Re: Heading for Stanford Reply #1 - Feb 25^th, 2005 at 11:11pm Kathleen, You will be on my mind the next few weeks....I pray that all will go well for you. Stay strong and know that there are lots of us here thinking of you!! Hugs Lora
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CarasMOM

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Re: Heading for Stanford
Reply #2 - Feb 25^th, 2005 at 11:57pm

Kathleen.....you are in my thoughts...starting right now...until you get home to your girls !!!!!! I've got goosebumps from reading your post. Wink

. It is the hardest to leave your kids by but know you have them set up in good hands....just take care of yourself out there...you will also be in great hands. Know you will LOVE Jill (who I haven't met but she has won my heart many times over via personal emails) ...and Tara and Campbell. March 20th will be here before you know it...til then....tight hugs and safe travels tomorrow...CarasMOM

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Seachelles

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Re: Heading for Stanford
Reply #3 - Feb 26^th, 2005 at 12:35am

Kathleen,

My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family as you embark on this journey to Stanford. I know it all seems very terrifying to you, but it really isn't too bad. You will find true comfort in the fact that Jill will be there for you and your girls will be there for you in your heart. I will look forward to hearing good reports from you and Jill.

I'd like to share with you a prayer that got me through my surgeries and I said everyday while I was out there. It's called St. Theresa's Prayer.

May today there be peace within. May you trust your highest power that you are exactly where you are meant to be. May you not forget the infinite possibilities that are born of faith. May you use those gifts that you have received, and pass on the love that has been given to you. May you be content knowing you are a child of God...Let this presence settle into your bones, and allow your soul the freedom to sing, dance, praise and love. It is there for each and every one of you.

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kotipup Experienced Poster Offline My daughter, Daphne, has Moyamoya Posts: 247 Landenberg, USA, PA, Pennsylvania Gender:	Re: Heading for Stanford Reply #4 - Feb 26^th, 2005 at 8:45pm Kathleen, Our family is going to Stanford tomorrow, and we are meeting Dr. Steinberg on Monday, too. (our 16 month old daughter is having surgeries for Moyamoya). Daphne's got testing all this coming week. When is your surgery? Daphne is scheduled for March 8 and March 16. Jenny
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Chelsie Experienced Poster Offline Posts: 127 Columbus, USA, usa, 418, 135, OH, Ohio Gender:	Re: Heading for Stanford Reply #5 - Feb 28^th, 2005 at 8:16am Kathleen- You are going to do great! I am thinking of you and praying for you! Hugs from Ohio- Chelsie
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Caili New Poster Offline I love YaBB 1G - SP1! Posts: 22 Wixom, USA, usa, 405, 105, MI, Michigan	Re: Heading for Stanford Reply #6 - Feb 28^th, 2005 at 10:40am Best of luck Kathleen! You will come through wonderfully, you are in the best hands! I can't wait to hear back from you that you are home with your girls and doing good Keep us updated! Connie
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Re: Heading for Stanford
Reply #7 - Feb 28^th, 2005 at 3:17pm

Best of luck, Kathleen! I'll be thinking and praying for you - for a speedy recovery. It does seem frightening - I agree with Michelle - but she's right - not so bad now that I look back on it. This too shall pass - it's just something you have to do and you'll be strong through it. Good luck!!! Sending hugs from Philly (cold huggs - brrrr - it's snowing!) Smiley

-Shari

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mark Junior Poster Offline I love YaBB 1G - SP1! Posts: 86 cato, USA, usa, 468, 87, NY, New_York Gender:	Re: Heading for Stanford Reply #8 - Feb 28^th, 2005 at 8:59pm Good luck Kathleen, You are in the best hands possible. You will be home before you know it and on the road to recovery. Ron
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cubbie Ex Member Stanford MM Survivor,May 2005 Gender:	Re: Heading for Stanford Reply #9 - Feb 28^th, 2005 at 11:56pm I know you will have a very good experience their.My best go out to you,And god is with you in my prayers KEEP THE FAITH Best of Everything Kevin
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CarasMOM Old-Time Poster Offline My 11 year old Cara has MM. Posts: 525 Sedalia, Missouri Gender:	Re: Heading for Stanford Reply #10 - Mar 9^th, 2005 at 12:41pm Wondering how Kath41 is doing??? Praying that all is well...and that you can be home with your family sooner than you hope to...warm hugs, CarasMOM
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