We had our IJN check up 3 months post operation. The doctor said that the 2 holes in her heart have been fully closed. Thank God! But he did mention that a valve maybe leaky and will check if any swelling will happen to her heart, so far her heart looks normal. If no complications happens, this leaky valve may not need any intervention. Anyways, he will see Emily again in 3 more months.
We also went to Serdang Hospital to get appointments to check her eyesight and her hearing. We will have more appointments in September.
Looking back at how she was right after surgery and her now, it's a huge transformation that can only be possible with God's grace. Reflecting back, I am really grateful for the many kind gestures, words, prayers and thoughts by so many of our friends and relatives. I want to write this now so that I will never forget the kindness of so many and particularly a few that I will mention. In order to respect their privacy, I will only give their initials. You know people are often forgetful, I don't want to forget this ever.
I am really thankful to SN, she has taken so much time and effort to come cheer me up when I am stuck in Hospitals. I know she did so because of her long struggle with her dad's illness when she spent huge amount of time in Hospitals too. So I think she feels strongly about providing support to friends who have loved ones in hospitals. At these hard times, friends being there for you not only lend you a listening ear but also provide you comfort and hope. SN always got more close friends along and they will visit me for hours at the Hospitals just to chat. Thank you PY, AH, KK for spending sometimes hours with me in the most uncomfortable of places. Thank you SC and AL for your kind concern eventhough we were not keeping in touch for some time.
I was very touched by the kind gestures of NH, he took his own money to offer prayers during the times when we need divine help. Even offered to help with medical expenses. I am pleasantly surprise that he has a heart of gold though he doesn't necessarily display this out. Your thoughts are enough, thank you. My other colleagues for taking time to visit.
Also I am very pleased with the doctors and nurses at the hospitals. Their services are marvellous and they are very friendly, much improved from years ago. The nurses especially are very under appreciated. Their jobs are really like those of angels, thank you to each and everyone of you.
There are the church people who has shown us much concern and given their prayers for Emily unselfishly. The parish priest for taking time to hear us and the trouble to perform her baptism in the hospital.
My family members, my mum and MIL for helping out with the older kids while we are dealing with this. Aunty S for visiting us eventhough we have not seen each other for years.
I may be strong willed but these show of kindness from so many still means a whole lot to me and my hubby. At times of needs, we are able to see uncommon kindness that enhances friendships and kinships. I never want to forget this.
Emily is so much improved with the grace of the Almighty. My great friends and families played significant roles in helping us cope. THANK YOU!
