Kimberly's Congenital Heart Defect Journey

Kimberly's Congenital Heart Defect Journey CHD is a battle! Some win and some lose! I have been winning like a true Warrior since 1978.
I had 5 open heart surgeries. A pacemaker since 1996.

I enjoy watching shows on murders. I love to cook and grill out. I love country music.

Happy Doctors Day! The REAL SUPERHEROES!
03/30/2026

Happy Doctors Day! The REAL SUPERHEROES!

03/30/2026

I did a few Uber Orders. It wasn't busy in my area. Hoping tomorrow afternoon will be better. I was having a decent day until this teenage 16 year old great nephew decided to run his mouth because I didn't pull up more in the driveway. He had said he'll put my car in neutral and crash it into the garage. I let him and his Mom know that happens, I'm calling the police and pressing charges. He doesn't have a job, vehicle, doesn't pay any bills or purchase food and needs serious counseling. He thinks he can tell me what to do and I'm going to do it. Haha.. Jokes on him because I don't have to listen to him or anyone else.
I want to tell the landlord, but I don't want to get my nephew whom I used to care for get evicted because of his nephew. That's not fair to him.

03/28/2026

On Thursday, I was supposed to go to therapy, but I started feeling like I couldn't get any oxygen. I think I wass more nervous that would be overworked and sore afterwards. I couldn't come home like that because I had things to do.

Today, I went to therapy and felt good before I went. I started using the treadmill instead of this petal thing. My legs aren't quite strong enough for that yet. I did a full 10 minutes. I didn't get out of breath, but my legs were slightly sore, but it went away quickly. I told the therapist that I rather do the treadmill because I can't really walk in my house and it's too cold at the moment to walk in the neighborhood. My heart rate reached 92, but went down quickly. The treadmill made the time go by quickly.

This afternoon, the landlord had a realtor to look at the house. Hopefully, this guy will allow my nephew to rent from him.🤞
I think he will. He mentioned to my niece and I if there is anything we can think of to improve the house, let him know. I have 2 suggestions. A dishwasher (the kids don't clean the dishes as good as my niece and I. Plus to insulate this house. It's ridiculous that our electricity triples every year and I can feel the wind blowing into my room and throughout the house.

03/26/2026

Today, I did a "Taxi" ride, grabbed something quick and easy for the kids and I to make. Nothing fancy. Burritos, chips, salsa and nacho cheese.. I also went to the VFW to say hi and visit. I came home, relaxed and I took a ex VFW bingo player home.
I was finally able to come home and I ate some chips, salsa and nacho cheese with jalapeños.

If you can't tell, but I lost another piece of my molar on the right side.
03/26/2026

If you can't tell, but I lost another piece of my molar on the right side.

03/25/2026

I did a quick Ride to make a little cash. Afterwards, I went to a food pantry and the store for the rest of the stuff for dinner. I also went to physical therapy. My upper calves hurt. I don't return for therapy until Thursday. Hopefully, I can get some orders tomorrow. Now, I'm relaxing. How was your day?

03/24/2026

Last week, I canceled my physical therapy appointments because my car wasn't starting. I ended up getting a jump and it's been working since. On Saturday, I was on my way to do an Uber order and ended up with a flat tire. It's fixed now.
I didn't go to my cardiologist appointment today because of my tire which I had canceled last week too. At therapy this afternoon, my legs were hurting, but not now. (thankfully) I picked up my script and went to my brothers house to borrow some money to get me through. I did treat myself to a LongHorn Steakhouse Strawberry Pecan Salad. Then, came home and made a hawaiian pizza and a slice of the wheat bread I received with my salad.
Now, I am relaxing and watching TV. Have a good evening.

03/22/2026

Hi Everyone! I hope you had a great Spring day. I started too. I went to visit my brother and sister in law. Afterwards, I decided to Uber and on my way to get the orders, I ended up getting a flat tire. I'm so over owning a car. Sometimes, living in a big city with public transportation sounds great, but that won't happen.

Spring has sprung!
03/20/2026

Spring has sprung!

03/17/2026

Happy St. Patrick's Day!
Anyone having Corned Beef and Cabbage for dinner tonight?
What about a Ruben Sandwich and Sauerkraut or Coleslaw??
I'm making Corned Beef and Cabbage with potatoes and the kids are fending for themselves. Though, my great niece wants some raw Cabbage for a salad tonight. 🇮🇪🍀

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