I was mentally, physically, and painfully drained on Monday. For the first time since surgery, I was actually able to get a decent amount of sleep Monday night. I think my mind and body had enough, I just needed to shut down. But as the song from the classic movie “Annie” goes, ” The Sun’ll Come Out Tomorrow”
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Yop62wQH498
Yesterday, the sun did come out. I FINALLY had a small amount of relief in my pain. It is small, but for the first time an improvement. My throat felt a little better, I was able to swallow ALL of my medication. And, I was able to eat substantial food! It certainly was soothing to feel a little like myself again. It is amazing what a new day can bring.
After hearing Monday about more clots in my arm, luckily the hematologist had time to meet with my mom and I yesterday. I had so many unanswered questions he was able to resolve. He reassured me that I do NOT have a blood disorder. Others who have experienced the same vein issue as myself, unfortunately sometimes continue to produce clots due to the lack of circulation. My body SHOULD make new capillary veins to take on the blood flow but the process will take months.
One of my fears was, if I keep producing clots in my arm, will I eventually lose my arm? He told me he has never heard of anyone losing an arm. I may be more symptomatic i.e. swollen arm, tingling, numb sensation, but my arm is sticking with me! For now, the plan is to be back on the blood thinners with hopes to dissolve the new clots. We will reevaluate in three months.
Today, my friend, Megan, stopped by with some delicious lunch and some baked cookies. As you can see how adorable (and scrumptious) the cookies are, it was a nice reminder how blessed I am to have new pretty pink lungs. Without my donor, I never would have survived the past surgeries. Without my hero, I may not have been typing this update. Thank you everyone for the delightful and uplifting messages. I have endured some tough days lately but your comments and support have honestly given me a strength to keep fighting. Love and hugs to you all.
Nikki's New Lungs 
So glad to hear!! Thank God we can ONLY look ahead to MUCH better days! God Bless you Nikki!
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Love Habibi!
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You are a true inspiration Nikki! Thinking of you!
xoxo Tom and Barb
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Thank you so very much!
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It is great to hear good news, a lot of relief in this. Thinking about you guys a lot.
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Thank you Wally. Hope you are well.
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Hang in there Nikki!! Im so happy to hear the good news! Reminds me of one of my favorite Beatles tunes, “Here comes the Sun” “its alright”! Chan is calling buddy. Bill Heart # 683
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Can’t wait to be back at Chan with you!
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Wow Nikki your back. Like I say keep the positive attitude. That is why you are where you are today.
You made me smile just hearing your post today The Sun did come out today and will be out tomorrow just for you. Keep smiling.
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I am back Peggy!!! Thanks a bunch Peggy.
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Nikki, keeping you and Travis in our prayers. Keep taking it one day at a time! I love your attitude and your gratitude. Thanks for being so strong for all of us to see you continue to fight the good fight.
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Thank you so much for the kind words Jon. Hope we can all get together soon. Your lovely wife is sitting with me today. It’s wonderful to have her help. Hope to see you as well in the near future.
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So good to hear from you Nik! We like Trav, but…. 😉
You ARE RIGHT! The sun WILL come out! Sometimes that bugger just lurks around and then pops out when we think we will never see it again.
Great news about your blood- and excellent news about your arm (although you would be the COOLEST one armed chick -besides me- around!).
Love you and wishing you the best and more sunny days!!
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Thanks Sidra! Love you too! Hope you come down soon for a visit!
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Can you even stand how cute those “lung” cookies are???
I think our bodies are just a fighting machine and yours, Nikki-girl, is an absolutely amazing, kick butt machine! We are so happy you are having better days, day after day. It all takes time and support.
Prayers nightly,
Heidi and Scott
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Good to hear your positive message. Makes me feel good about your progress. The best thing is time how fast it goes. Tomorrow does bring new hope. Keep up the fun in each new day.
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