Can you please put your hand on your chest?
I’ll wait. …………
Breathe in.
Breathe out.
Do you feel that? That is life. That is your heart. It beats without you having to tell it to do so. This gift of life gives us the opportunity to love, to live.
I took it for granted, the effortless beating.
My chest has been hurting for a few months. My heartrate was getting really high and I was getting dizzy and my vision would go black. I met with a cardiologist and did an Echo and an EKG. I had to wait a bit to get in for a Stress Test.
In the meantime, I was very worried about my heart. I didn’t let many people know because we didn’t know anything and I didn’t want to be the cause of worry. Everyone is going through enough right now. I internalized a lot of it and worked through it with my therapist. Because who doesn’t need therapy right now, am I right?
My Doctors thought the rhythm of my heart was off because of radiation spillage from cancer treatments. Great.
I kept working out, just at a less intensity as my Doctor advised me. YES, I actually did what my Doctor asked me to do, SHOCKER! Well, I did what she said to do for a few weeks at least. I started itching to run, so I ran. It was amazing and my usual acute symptoms were not there anymore.
I went in for a stress test this week and I cried all the way there. I just couldn’t wrap my head around yet another health struggle. I am not up for it and I’m very sick of tests and Doctors.
WELLLLLLLLL…….Drumroll……
I am exuberant to report that my heart is in beyond perfect health. The nurses couldn’t believe I am about to be 40 because of the results of my stress test, let alone a cancer survivor with tons of treatments under my belt. I guess that wish I made to never grow up worked.
Jesus restores, I am living proof. He is still making miracles happen and He answers prayers.
I know specific people who prayed for my heart to be restored. Friends, He not only restored it but He made my heart function even better than it was before. I have the tests to prove it.
This makes no logical sense. This is a miracle. I feel so lucky. How many miracles does one girl get? I think as long as we keep looking for them, they are everywhere.
Just put your hand on your heart and feel that beat that keeps you alive effortlessly. Miraculous indeed.
Love,
Tahnee XOXO
I’m going on the 24th for my 3 year checkup. I have completely placed myself in Gods hands. I know He can heal me. I understand everything you’re going through and know God can heal. Us. Congratulations you are beautiful inspiration
Thank you for your kind words. You make me feel seen. Thank you for understanding. Praying for your checkup. In God’s hands is where we belong always, right? Sending love.
Hi I went to school with your mom, & my parents were friends with your dad’s parents. I live in Loveland too not to far from you (HP hill). Third infusion this Friday for breast cancer left side. I have been reading since my cancer is on the left how it is going to affect my heart. Oh ya, lungs were good until right side got punctured from putting in the port. Put me in hospital for a week. All this stuff is so scary considering I have been generally in good health till now. Guess I balance out ha, right lung, left boob. LOL. I will continue to try & keep a good attitude & faith like you & especially when you here about people like Alex Trabeck or that NFL coach that was getting chemo constantly & didn’t miss a game. Your an inspiration. Thank you
Oh my gosh Carolyn! I am so sorry I just saw this today. I would love to grab coffee or take a walk with you sometime. My email is tahneewydra213@gmail.com We live super close!!! Feel free to call or text me too anytime. 970-214-9498. Sending you healing and love.
Hi Tahnee. I’m so very happy for you. By the grace of God, it seems you have boundless energy. Hugs!!!
Oh honey…this is beautiful! We are SO very grateful for this miracle, grateful for you. We love you lots!!! ❤️🙏🏻❤️