Category Archives: Sleep

Day 44

Posted on January 11, 2012 by Loren

Last night I wrestled the “sleeping in my bed” monster to the ground… and I won.  Well, I sort of won.  I piled pillows under my head and shoulders so that I actually recreated my recliner position – but in … Continue reading →

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Day 43

Posted on January 10, 2012 by Loren

Last night I decided that after 6 weeks of healing I should at least be able to sleep on my side and in my own bed.  Actually, for the past several nights I have given it the old 1-2-3 but … Continue reading →

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Day 21

Posted on December 19, 2011 by Loren

Surgery – three weeks ago today! Today marks three weeks since I underwent open-heart surgery to repair my mitral valve which was prolapsed and had severe regurgitation.  These three weeks have had their share of ups and downs but as … Continue reading →

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Day 4 – I’m home!

Posted on December 2, 2011 by Loren

Surgery day plus 4 I’m actually home!  I was discharged from the hospital at around 4:00 pm. Overall it was a great day despite the fact that I don’t think I slept a wink last night due to disruptions in … Continue reading →

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