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The Surgery...Part 2

The Surgery…Part 2

“Chelsea? How are you feeling? Surgery is done, you’re in the recovery room.” he said.

I was bleary for a half second before jolted forward and stated with awe, “I’m alive.”

I was so affected by this realization that the nurse had to physically lay their hand on my shoulder, (the no-defib side), and push me back down gently.

“Hey there, you need to rest. Lie down – you’re still in recovery.” He…

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The Surgery... Part 1

The Surgery… Part 1

Image above – Photographer: Tanner Berquist, SFX Makeup: Brooke Warrington, Model: Chelsea Alice

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*Ring Ring*

“Hello?” I answer my phone.

“Hi Chelsea, this is one of your cardiac nurses. I was calling to see if you would be willing to do your surgery a day early? So it would be tomorrow.” She asked.

“Uhhhhh….no.” I stuttered. “Listen, my family are coming with me and they booked the 5th off work…

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One Week Until Surgery...

One Week Until Surgery…

  A fabulous photo from my friend Chad Wiseman, who expertly captured my every emotion in this journey so far.

To say that the waiting period has been difficult is actually an understatement. I tried to enjoy being grateful for what I have, what I do, and who I’m with….

But the challenges I’ve faced recently haven’t been related to my heart for the most part….Here’s a quick summary.

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“Bye Mom &…

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Scheduling Surgery...

Scheduling Surgery…

Based on the title it’s assumed what the content of this blog is, but first I would like to address a couple of things.

First, thank you to everyone for reaching out to me. It means so much. I’ve had great conversations with so many of you supporting me and offering help in any way possible. I have such a great support system because of you.

Secondly, I just want to thank the entire team of…

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