OT-My soulmate is in the hospital! *UPDATED AGAIN*

[JamesD]

I never post about personal matters, but many of you know Linda, so I thought you should know what's going on.
I had to admit Linda to the hospital yesterday with severe abdominal pains that had been going on about a week, and did not appear to be subsiding, even though she was on 2 different antibiotics and pain killers. After getting a CT scan of her abdomen and doing other tests, it turns out she has diverticulitis, and more seriously, an abscess in her colon. When they get rid of the infection, hopefully by tomorrow, they are going to have to operate, and remove part of her colon. :(
**UPDATE**
Linda had surgery this afternoon, and according to the doctor everything went well, but we're not out of the woods yet. He removed a 'short' section of her intestine which was diseased and reconnected it. Hopefully by Monday, if everything is working again as it should she can go home. I guess I'll be watching the Super Bowl in the hospital! I'm just thankful I can still watch it with Linda.
We just want to thank everyone from the bottom of our hearts for the well wishes. It really touched us tremendously!
Well, I finally got to bring Linda home today (Wed.) from the hospital! It was not a good week for her. Let's just say the quality of health care just isn't what it used to be! I'm afraid she's going to take a long time to recover. She's concerned about missing so much work and getting so far behind. The business trip to New Orleans in March is out of the question, but hopefully she will be in good shape by the time our next trip to the World comes around in May. For now, she's got to watch what she eats; a 'low-residue' diet now and a high fiber diet in the future.
Again, I want to express my deepest appreciation for all the support and kind words. We look forward to seeing everyone again real soon!

JamesD
dzneynut@aol.com

[NHMickey]

Please let Linda know that Sandy and I are keeping her in our thoughts and prayers.

[LynniethePooh]

Oh James! The poor girl!!!!
Prayers and hugs coming to you and especially Linda!

[Dom13]

Sending any and all Pixie Sust avialable here your way. Linda will be in my thoughts.

[Duckfan]

Heres prayers for both of you. I hope that everything goes well and its a very very very small part that has to come out. Linda needs to keep as much of herself as possible. Tell her to get well soon. Take care of yourself as well, don't need you sick at the same time!

[Tinkerbel129]

Sending lots of Pixie Dust your way............................................... ..........................

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.................................................. ....................................... Will keep both of you in my prayers, give Linda a hug from me.

[perndwler]

James, I'm keeping you and Linda in my thoughts and prayers.

[karinmac]

Oh no James! Poor Linda. Sending you both lots of prayers and pixie dust! Make sure you have great doctors!

[DiznEeyore]

Sending prayers and pixie dust from here, too .....

My dmom had diverticulitis last year and ended up hospitalized. They treated her with Cipro and it cleared up in a few days. She's now super-vigilant about what she eats. I hope your Linda recovers just as quickly and is back in tip-top shape soon!

[Brisully]

Oh James, I am sorry to hear this. Please let Linda know both of you are in my thoughts.

[GotAnyPins]

From both Ed and I...Feel better soon...keep us informed on how she is doing James..

[Obi-Wan Pinobi]

So sorry to hear that, James. :( Plenty of pixie dust coming your way from Lauri and me.

[TIGGERSMOM]

My thoughts are with you & Linda.

Like DiznEeyore my aunt has diverticulitis and went through the same thing. She is now 84, and healthy as a horse. She has to watch her diet but other than that she is healthy, active and going strong.

PD and prayers to get you through the rough patch.

[SueEllen]

Please tell Linda I'm thinking of her. If you all need anything I'm not that far away.

Sue Ellen

[Towncrier]

I don't often check (or post) on the Collector's Board, but I'm glad that I checked today. Major prayers and PD for both Linda and you. And prayers for her surgeon and caregivers.

[Luv2Roam]

So sorry to hear this! Both of you will be in our thoughts!! We all wish for Linda to have a speedy recovery!
Please keep us updated.

[buggin']

Major pixie dust & many prayers comin' your way...!!!

Please keep us posted on how she is...

Buggin'
Amber

[Figgy]

Truck Loads of Pixie Dust to you both. Tell Linda I said to take care and get better soon...

figgy

[Dizneypins.com]

Prayers are being sent for your entire family.

[Mickey527]

James,
I hope Linda s feeling well soon.
When she recuprates fully she might need a nice restful vacation somewhere.
We are all thinking of you both and praying for her quick recovery. Peggie

[luvstigger]

I hope everything goes well and I'm sending wishes for a speedy recovery.

[~Kathie]

You are both in my thoughts and prayers. Hope Linda is up and about soon.

[suzanneb]

of Pixie Dust to you James and Linda.

[Parkhopper]

Well, add us to the long list of people sending pixie dust and prayers your way! We hope that Linda is feeling a lot better - and soon!

Vince and Suzi

[goofyforwdw]

PRAYERS AND PIXIE DUST ON IT WAY FROM THE COLD NORTHEAST
HOPE ALL IS WELL SOON

[lovingthemouse]

James- you and Linda are certainly in our prayers - please let us know how she is doing after surgery. Caroline and Roger

[Eeyore's Pal]

Please send our gentle hugs to Linda....and lots of Pixie Dust....and an extra hug for you too.

[atlnewf]

Many prayers and much pixie dust, James!

Ashley

[JudithM]

James, pixie dust, thoughts & prayers for you & Linda. Please keep us updated as time allows.

[cathy1140]

I now Linda will be about and trading soon... I will say a pray for her and keep her in my thoughts.

Cathy

[King Triton]

Sorry to hear the news James. My prayers are with you and Linda. Hang in there buddy!

[EpcotKilterFan]

Best wishes and Get well soon!!!!

And James, when she is all better... take her to a movie ;)

Debbie

[BeautyLLM]

James,

I am so glad to hear the surgery went well!

Keeping you both in thoughts and prayers.

[Luv2Roam]

Sounds like things are looking better already!
Glad to hear!
Keep us posted again!
{{{ }}}

[Brisully]

That's great news James! Fingers are crossed for a full recovery!!!

[tiggr33]

James,
Sending prayers, pixie dust and wishing for a speedfast recovery to Linda. The both of you and the kids will be in our thoughts.
Stacey & Barbara.

[JudithM]

James & Linda, I am glad to read the surgery is over & that Linda may be home by Monday. By then she will be looking forward to sleeping in her own bed! Continued thoughts & prayers ....

[Obi-Wan Pinobi]

James, glad to here Linda may be coming home soon. Our thoughts and prayers are still with you both. Take care and if there is anything we can do, we are just a few towns away!

Matt and Lauri

[~Kathie]

Glad to hear that the surgery went well. Keep your chin up.

[luvstigger]

I'm glad to hear things are better. Sending thought and prayers your way.

[lovingthemouse]

We're so happy that all the prayers and pixie dust are working so well!!!! Please keep us all updated. Caroline

[Barb]

James, I had no idea. I am so sorry. But I'm so glad Linda is doing better. I'll be sure to keep her in my thoughts and prayers.

[RamVA]

James,
So glad to hear the surgery went well, and will continue to pray that her recovery continues, and goes well. Give her my best, and tell her she has to ge all better by time Vince and Suzi have another pin meet!:wave:

[karinmac]

James,
Glad to hear Linda did well thru surgery. Tell her she has to get well or I won't have anybody to buy pins for ;)

[Mickey7811]

Hi James,

My thoughts have been with you and Linda and hope she is feeling better.

I do have to tell you that the best medicine and the fastest way to recover is just to go to Disney World and walk down Main Street.

There is Magic there and she will feel so much better.

Darlene

[perndwler]

James, I'm glad to hear all went well with the surgery. And hope to see a post here later that you are bringing Linda home today!

[Sorcerer]

James

I just saw this today (with all the snow I've been away from the computer all weekend).

I remember how poorly Linda was feeling when I saw you both a couple of weeks ago - I'm sorry that she's going through such a painful time! But I am happy to hear that she is on her way to recovery and will hopefully be better than ever.

You're both in our thoughts and prayers, please let me know if there's anything I can do.

Jonie

[Eeyore's Pal]

<b>SSSssssooo</b> Glad to Hear that the Tide has turned!

Now, James, you have to take good care of Linda while she finishes mending. :) You're going to have to lug your own pin bags, don't bother her with difficult trade decisions, and no more forcing her to rearrange your pins alphabetically! ;)

Of course, you can shower her with flowers (and pins), as necessary! :D

[dizneyusa]

James and Linda!!!!

James please pass on to Linda all our
love and hugs and to take it easy.

Both of you take it slow and thank God
they were able to hopefully fix the problem.
Just let her take it nice and slow to heal
and please make sure you keep us updated!!!!

Our love and prayers to you both!!!!!

Hugs!!!

Dana, Michael, Justin and Brittany!!!

[TIGGERSMOM]

James,
Continued prayers & PD for Linda & you too. You are in my thoughts.

[NHMinnie]

James,

Nat and I continue to keep Linda and you in our thoughts and prayers. And hope she has a quick recovery.

[Cherry]

I'm so sorry I didn't know about this sooner, James. I haven't been on the board for quite a while, and didn't realize Linda was sick until I got a note from Sorcerer last night. That's what I get for not checking the board more often.

I'm glad Linda is home now, and I know you will be taking great care of her. You will be both be in my thoughts and prayers and I hope to see you both sometime soon!

By the way, I know what you mean about the quality of care -- I brought my husband home from the hospital yesterday after having the same surgery done for the second time. Hoping they got it right this time.

[Brisully]

James - I am so glad Linda is home. Tell her to take care, take it easy, and get better soon!!!!!