Advocate for yourself to get the medical or mental health help that you need, a personal story.
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 27 ธ.ค. 2023
- I'm Fine, it's Fine, everything is Fine...or it will be soon enough! I want to thank the staff of The Quilted Forest for taking such great care of the shop while I'm on a six week resting phase. I could not do any of this without them, they are wonderful employees and friends.
If you were wondering why there were fewer videos from me than normal in December 2023, this video explains why. Now that I'm on the road to recovery, I'm looking forward to getting my various video series back on track.
I wasn't sure I should share this information on the channel, wasn't sure if it is appropriate, but if it helps just one person advocate for themselves to take charge and get the answers they need to whatever medical or mental health problem they are facing, it is worth sharing my story. I did leave out all the gory details, no one wants to hear that much! The few people I've shared my story with have all been very encouraging and others who have had similar experiences have shared with me how their life improved with the same procedure. I'm looking forward to a complete recovery and being back up to full strength and going full speed ahead very soon.
Happy Quilting!!!
The Mayo Clinic surgical team, and all the nurses and support staff took very good care of me, they are absolutely top notch.
Here is a link to Mayo Clinic information about Diverticulitis:
www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-c...
Please don’t apologise - we’d never think you were being lazy! 💕 Please take the time to recover properly. Lots of love and hugs xx Deb 🤗
Thank you so much!
Agreed!
There is nothing to forgive Shelly, just take your time and heal up…we’ll all be here when you are ready to come back…🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼
Thank you for sharing. It's hard to be vulnerable, especially in public. You're addressing a fear others also have. Sharing your story may give others the courage to do the same for themself. Keep on moving forward and blessings for healing sent your way.
Thank you!
What a joy to hear you are recovering well. And a beautiful reminder that we all need to advocate for ourselves and sometimes our loved ones and friends. Gastric surgeries of all types can be painful in themselves and have their own healing schedules. Be kind to yourself and allow those who wish to help, help you or your shop in this time. Let them practice their gifts. Praying God healing and comfort. Jan
Thank you so much!
So very glad you are on the mend. This community supports you!!!
Thank you so much!
Personal advocacy is difficult for so many , and I’m glad you were able to push through it. There’s nothing to forgive; you just heal well!
My goodness why would anyone be upset if there’s no video, everyone has a life regardless of the reason. I’m happy that you have had your medical issue resolved. It’s a sad situation across the globe when someone can’t get the medical attention that they need,and trust me I know that, my daughter has to wait 6 months to see a specialist. If someone goes to the emergency ward your looking at a 14 hour wait. Love your videos. Thank you. 👍❤️😊
Thank you so much.
Prayers for quick healing and getting your strength back! I pray that this improves 2024!
Thank you!
So glad your surgery was successful. Love and prayers for your complete recovery. 🙏❤️
Thank you!
Thanks for letting us know what is going on. If you didn't, how would we know to pray for you every day? God bless you and keep you. We are all wishing for a full recovery and no more pain. We will love to see your new videos - not ASAP, but when the time is right for YOU. 💖
I appreciate that
Take care of yourself - listen to your body!
Would never think you are lazy! Take time to heal completely. Take care and we will keep praying for you
I wish you a full recovery and hope you feel much better soon. No need to apologize. You deserve to take care of yourself medically and mentally. Setting a good example for all by sharing.
You are a brave, persistent, creative, lovely lady! Thank you for this message. I have already prayed for you while watching and wish you the best of health. We’ll see you when we can! Hugs!
Thank you for the prayers!
So pleased you are on the road to recovery and we can keep each other company. I fell 3 weeks ago and broke my femur so that has put a screeching halt on all my quilting plans. Seeing your smile and watching your quilting videos has been a help. Yesterday I printed off all the mystery basket blocks for 2023, next years plan. Sending hugs and love, Gill in Australia
Oh No! I'm so sorry you're going through that. I wish you a speedy recovery. Thank you for your kind comment. Happy Quilting!
God bless you Shelle! Glad to hear you’re on the mend. As a healthcare provider for 50 years, I am always saddened when I hear other providers falling short on patient advocacy. And I am so excited to follow you on your 2024 journey! Rest up and get ready for a fantastic year ahead❤❤🎉
Thank you so much!
So happy you had it done and are back on the mend! Just the other day I did a search for your videos because I thought I had missed some! You look great! Take time to heal and know that you are loved by your viewers!!❤
Thank you so much! Stay tuned. The best is yet to come! Happy Quilting!
ALWAYS TAKE CARE OF YOURSELF FIRST
So glad you are on the road to recovery! Thank you for all you do.
Thank you so much!
Yes!!! Advocate for your physical and mental health!!!
I say that I have diverticulitis. We cought it (diagnosed) early enough that changing my diet and listening to the doctor helped a lot. Thank God for the Dr. who listened and didn't think it was in my head.
Not taking no for an answer is the key.
So glad you found relief. You don't realize the pain is so bad until it is gone.
Sending healing prayers 🙏
I’m so glad you were able to get taken care of quickly and feel better. I hope your health continues to improve. 🙏
Thank you!
No reason to feel bad about the., videos, your health is more important than. Continue to take care of yourself and look forward to seeing you in 2024.❤
Thank you so much!
Prayers 🙏💞🙏💞🙏
Thank you!
God love you. My mom had hers rupture and had a colostomy for three months Happily she beat it and lived well and happy to 97
There is absolutely no need to apologise! Your health is more important than TH-cam. ❤👍from Somerset UK
Prayers for continued healing. 🙏🏻♥️
Thankfully you are fine and will heal.
Your health is more important than videos. No need to ask for forgiveness. I had been thinking about you & working on noting my monthly projects for next year. Instead of shoe boxes, I found tacky Christmas cards & picked a wip/Ufo for each month ( a small goal on the back) and wrote a number on the envelope to get me ready to work with you. I am glad you feel more normal than you have in years. I have had friends/family with that surgery. Nice to see you well. Thank you for sharing.
So glad the surgery is over and you're on the mend! Prayers for you that you are in that 95%!!!
KUDOS TO YOU for advocating for and taking care of yourself!! We ladies are generally great at caring for others, but not so good at prioritizing ourselves. Please rest and recover, and don't overdo things--we'll still be here when you're back to 100%. 🙂
Oh heavens we would never think you were lazy. Praise the Lord that your surgery was successful. My mother suffered for years with it and was not a candidate for surgery. Will pray for your continued healing and that you never have another episode. Take as much time as necessary to make a full recovery.
Prayers for a quick and complete healing...🙏🙏🙏
You have nothing to worry about. I'm glad that you had this fixed and am on the uphill. You take care of yourself and we will see you soon.hugs to you
So happy to hear that you are on the road to recovery. Wishing you a wonderful New Year!
Thank you! You too!
Never feel you have to apologize for taking care of yourself nor feel you must explain. We all are human and have our problems.
I understand your pain and issues. ❤
Thank you for your wonderful programs and get well.
Thank you so much!
You just keep getting better and we’ll pray for you, your family and your business. Sending hugs from Catherine in Canada 🐈💕
After over a year of intense hemorrhaging I spoke up and had a hysterectomy for the same thing my mother had at the same age. Don’t suffer thru, life is too short. I’m glad you are on the mend. Do yourself a favor and stay down and heal.
Shellie, I’m happy and thankful that you’ve found some options and relief!!!
I’ve not had it but know many who have and whew😫😬it can be hard.
Keep on resting and planning for a fantabulous 2024.
🥰🙏🏻✝️❤️😀
Thank you so much!
Thanks for sharing. I had a small bout of diverticulitis this fall and can only imagine how you were suffering! How you managed to film or sew anything is crazy. So glad that you are recovering. Prayers for continued recovery and no more episodes.❤
🙏 and positive thoughts sent!
Thank you
As much as we enjoy your videos,it’s so much more important that you take care of yourself.
Thank you for sharing your experience, and reminding us that we need to take care of ourselves. I am glad to hear that you are doing well.
Please don't apologize for lack of videos! You run a store, a family, and are worthy of the time off. Content providers deserve breaks too. I think they work harder than others in the entertainment industry!
Take care of yourself. 🎉
Thank you so much!
❤please take the time you need to heal and rest! God bless you always!
Nothing is more important than taking care of yourself! I'm so sorry you had to scramble at the last minute but glad you are now on the road to recovery. Please take care and don't over do. Know we send prayers and healing thoughts.
Thanks for the video. I have been having intestinal issues for about two years. After a couple of trips to the ER in the ambulance I finally got a hernia repaired and discovered a blockage in the artery into the intestine. I am working on advocating in these issues BUT THEY CERTAINLY DO NOT MAKE IT EASY. Good to see someone who made it through the system successfully
Best of luck!
I am familiar with this illness. Don't apologize for taking care of you! I am glad your surgery went well. Praying for a speedy and complete recovery!
Praying that you will continue to heal. Lots of hugs & love to you!
Glad you opted to just get it done rather than wait.
Thank you. Me too!
Oh God Bless you! Take time to get well! Never apologize for taking care of you! Stay well….Prayers for fast recovery and good health😊
Praying for your health. Thank you for putting yourself first. We will be here when your ready. Don’t apologize!!! Have a wonderful blessed weekend. Happy New Year
So glad you got help and are on the road to recovery. Take care of yourself and take time to heal. We will be here when you are ready!
Honey, you take care of yourself and don't worry about making videos. Your health and happiness is more important. Having medical problems over 15 years and many doctors, medications, and treatments to help... isn't it wonderful to feel better!?!?! 🙂 ...and just think of how much better you will feel in a month or two!!! Being subscribed we will get notifications when you post and don't you worry about when that will be.... we will be right here! Take care and enjoy feeling great!!!
Thank you so much!
First of all, please don’t think you are lazy. We all see the content you put out. I am sorry to hear that you have had all of this going on, but glad that you have advocated for yourself and that you are doing better. Take your time to heal. We will still be waiting for you.❤
From this video you seem brighter, lighter, happier . Prayers for your continuing healing !
Take all the time you need to fully heal. Letting your abdominal wall heal completely now will sane a lot of grief later. I am agreeing with you in prayer that you have had your last episode.
Glad you are doing well. Health care advocacy is difficult. I was lucky to have a specialist that resolved the incorrect dianisis and medication from my primary doctor that caused a host of problems.
Rest and recover. The body and brain fog is real and will resolve. Do not overdo it. We do tend to accept it
There is no need to apologize! I'm just happy you got some relief and can look forward to a better life free of pain. We appreciate that you even offer us videos so you do them when you are able. Happy New Year.
Thank you so much!
Praying for quick healing, and that you will be healed from this terrible condition with no more episodes!! Please rest as much as you need to.
Thank you for sharing your story. It is always hard for the person who does for everyone else to stop and do for themselves. Thank your family. We forget to do that.
Don't apologize. Just take care of yourself and get better. Thank you for sharing.
What a blessing that you were able to have surgery to correct your illness, I m so glad that it all went well and that you are on your way back to better health than before.Just relax and enjoy the down time.
That is a painful disease. I didn’t even know surgery was possible but I’ve been surprised before. So so so glad you’re better. Take it easy and do as you should to ensure you are in the 95%!
I commend you for taking care of yourself. I now tell people "if your doctor says do a screening test - DO IT." In the summer of 2022, my doctor said do the Cologuard test. Mine came back positive. The GI doctor thought it was probably be a false positive because I had no symptoms of any pain or disease, but we did the colonoscopy anyway. That led to surgery to remove a large mass in my colon at the end of November. It was CANCER. Moveover, during the surgery, they noticed something wrong with my left kidney. Again, no symptoms or pain, but the subsequent tests showed a tumor on the kidney that was nearly the size of the kidney itself. In February, I was back in the hospital to remove the cyst. It was CANCER again. ow, 10 months later, I am totally cancer-free, from two episodes that were caught and cleared years before I would have even the mildest symptoms or needed to go to the doctor with questions. Screenings are important!!! Don't ignore problems you even suspect. I was very fortunate. Take care of yourself, everyone, and be as lucky as I was.
So glad to hear you are now cancer free and that things seem to be going in the right direction for you. Thank you for sharing your story! Happy Quilting.
Diverticulitis is so painful! I haven’t experienced it for quite some time. Happy to hear you were able to get someone to listen to you-sometimes that’s the hardest part! Wishing you a speedy recovery.
I'm so sorry you had to go through this health issue. Please don't apologize for advocating for yourself. I'm so happy the surgery was successful!! Please take the time to heal and take care of yourself. You need to give yourself grace. I'm sending many blessings and prayers 🙏 to you. ❤❤😊
Thank you so much!
I’m so glad you are okay and taking care of yourself. Your message is an important one. I am frequently I’ll, so I completely understand. We will continue to enjoy them whenever you are feeling well enough to share with us again. Wishing you a relaxed, peaceful, and complete recovery.
Wishing you a full recovery and I'm glad you are already feeling better. No need to apologize for less videos, I just enjoy those you do share.
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Blessings for complete healing!
Thank you for sharing. ❤
You are so welcome
Yes! Keep researching and shopping for specialty providers and facilities. I have a rare problem and have been to three ENTs and three surgeons in northeast Georgia. I finally found Duke Medical Center in North Carolina where they have every specialty practitioner under the sun that I needed. I’m confident now that I can get fixed. You’re so fortunate to get your surgery sooner. Now you’ll have a happy new year. Good bless.
Thank you, and good luck to you. I hope you find the answers you need!
Good for you for being your advocate
So glad you got the help you needed and learned surgery was an option. Thank you for sharing your story. Don’t apologize, your health and well being are most important. Continued healing and rest. Sending healing thoughts your way and we will be here when you are ready.
Blessings for a full recovery and continue to listen when your body says to rest. There's alot to be said for hand projects!!
Thank you for sharing your story. I have been living with pan ulcerative colitis for 3 years. The flares are horrible. I hope you heal and recover quickly.
Yea for advocating for yourself. I have to do that for myself and my daughter and it can be so exhausting. But, I have always found it to be worth it in the end. Hope you are healing well!
No need to apologize. So happy you will hopefully have a better quality of life. I haven't had to deal with this problem; but, my husband has so I can sympathize. May 2024 be a better healthier year!
Glad to see you back! No need to apologize for your health-take care of yourself!
What is the name of the quilt behind you with the double stacked blocks-peach background? Love it!
That's a quilt I designed for my quilt pattern design company called Pieced Tree Patterns. The name of patterns is "Seven Eights". I featured this quilt in my November "Project of the Month" video. This link will take you to it:
th-cam.com/video/2qqYyk8N-0s/w-d-xo.htmlsi=aj8DP53AFRAf60UI
No need to apologies. Wishing you a very speedy recovery. Look after yourself, and take the time to really heal.
Happy to hear surgery went well and you are on the mend. Think you were lucky there was a cancellation and the worst is behind you now. Thank you for sharing. Take care❤
Thank you for sharing your story and so happy you’re on the mend. We look forward to seeing more tutorials when you’re able. Until then, rest, heal and get healthy
It’s good you got the problem taken care of and hopefully all done with it.
Thank you!
I'm so glad that you had the surgery. Healing is long but well worth it. I'm hoping that you will be 100% soon.❤❤❤❤❤❤❤
Thank you !
I'm so glad you were able to take care of this. I actually had a burst diverticulum on 2004 which was a terrible experience. I hope you heal completely and never have to deal with it again.
Terrific news! Good for you!
Take care of you!! Thankful for successful surgery.
Thank you!
Good to see you back on TH-cam. Continue healing and best wishes for 2024.
Thanks for sharing never apologize your health comes first people will understand speedy recovery
Thank you
I'm so glad you are feeling better. I'm sorry I missed this back in Dec/Jan. I love your videos, especially the 2 1/2 inch strip scrap videos. My favorite! I have watched most them several times. Glad you are feeling better!!!
Good for you for putting your health first. I can’t believe you suffered with it for so long. Happy healing.
Thank you
Thanks you for sharing your health. Don’t apologize. Take care
No need to apologize. Take care of yourself.
Please take care of yourself! Don't worry about us, we'll be here! So glad to hear you are 3 weeks into recovery. You look great. ❤
Thank you so much!
So very happy to hear you are feeling much better. Sorry to hear you suffered for so long. Taking time out for yourself is always required and very necessary. May 2024 bring you more strength. We all appreciate everything you do
Thank you for this very personal powerful message!! God bless you and continue you to heal you!! ❤️❤️❤️
We will wait for you! No worries!
❤❤❤❤. Prayers for a complete recovery
You have no need to apologize! Of course, we missed you, but we certainly wouldn't think you were being lazy. A speedy recovery to you and I look forward to seeing your videos soon. ❤
Thank you so much!
So happy you are doing well and healing nicely! If you keep an open mind there is an author of a book I highly suggest! Anthony William has written 8- 9 books now they are amazing! My Mom has had a few bouts with diverticulitis so I was interested in the books because he identified the actual cause of that painful condition. I personally have healed many symptoms. 🥰🙏