Life after pacemakers

Well, some my have noticed that I have not been very active her at the PaceMaker club recently. I have a good reason. I have been very busy making some changes in my life. An opportunity had presented it's self, a life changing opportunity and I had to make some serious decisions. A little bit about myself first... I have wanted to start my own business for a very long time.... Well, I have realized that dream! I have started my own business! When I had the emergency dual pacemaker implanted to save my life.... I really believed that I would never be the strong woman that I once was. Well, that isn't the case at all! I am once again on my way. It has been a difficult journey, but the excitement and the pleasure of being the smart, lively, passionate woman I was before my heart issues has retuned! I am alive and well and continuing to realize my dreams!

I will have to have my pacemaker replaced in less than a year... much earlier than predicted, but who cares... zip the old one out and zip the new one in.... after all I have a business to run!

For those whom have continued to encourage me through the ups and downs of living with a pacemaker... Thank you, your kindness will always be remembered.
Blessings to all... Pacergirl

13 Comments

Good decision

by ElectricFrank - 2008-04-18 01:04:24

I'm glad to hear you are getting on with life. Having run my own business since the 80's I can say it is very rewarding (and demanding).
One bit of insight that may help. It seems that it takes about 3 years before any business really gets moving. This is even true when a new owner buys a business.

good luck,

frank

RIGHT ATTITUDE

by peter - 2008-04-18 03:04:36

Congratulations you have learnt to look forward and not let lifes ups and downs defeat you. When you have made your first million hold a party and we will come along.

Susie

by Peter.Nash - 2008-04-18 06:04:28

don't forget half of what you make is mine. and we will share the other half....good luck I need the money!!
me >>>>>>>>>>>>>>>

Thank you

by pacergirl - 2008-04-18 09:04:02

Hi everyone,
I would like to say thank you to all! Each of your post has made me even more excited than before!
My business name is:

Susie's Works of Art. I manage an art gallery, do public speaking and all the graphic design work for my client, the Dr. I have always done promotion work, but now I will be doing it through my business name and not his. I have a home office and an office in town. I am so happy with this new challenge. Now to just make it grow! Thank you all for the good advice! I need it!!!!!

I believe that the only limits we have are the ones we place on ourselves. I am going for it! No limits. I can hardly wait and... Peter N. seems to need some money, so I better get busy! hee hee

Thank you so very much for all your encouraging post!
Blessings!
Pacergirl

Pacemaker site zipper

by VonnieVern - 2008-04-18 09:04:11

Now that's an idea..."zip the old one out and zip the new one in"...somebody needs to get to work on that - close the pacemaker incision with a zipper, and just unzip when it's time to repace it. Well, maybe not such a good idea; if I had a zipper, I'd be nosing around in there trying to see everything inside.
Vonnie

So Glad For You...

by Carol - 2008-04-18 09:04:40

Pacergirl-
You were one of the first to answer my post after having my PM placed and experiencing a VERY scary bout of PVC's. Your response was so appreciated and I just wanted to thankyou again..I'm very happy that you have the "get-up-and-go" to realize your dream. I too am feeling better now after a rocky start and find I don't check in quite as much as I once did, so sorry this is a little late in coming. Seems alot of the folks that initially posted frequently don't seem to show up as much...I certainly hope that like you and me..they are now feeling better and moving forward. Again best wishes in all you do!!!!
Sincerely,
Carol

Well Done

by Wannabe - 2008-04-18 09:04:53

Well done, darling girl. It's made my day to hear your thrilling news and I can feel your bubbling joy in every word of it. Enjoy it all and have fun. Be safe and well. Wannabe

Thank you!

by me&mybigheart - 2008-04-18 11:04:21

Thank you for this post, it is really encouraging. I just returned to work this week and am looking forward to being the strong independent woman I was prior to Pace/Defib. I too share the dream of having my own business so this was very exciting to hear. It helps me look forward and know that things will get better. Good luck with your business.

Hi Susie

by Peter.Nash - 2008-04-18 12:04:14

At least you have that right. no check's or cards... cash only... although I will except a bank draft!!!....
good luck Susie I know you will enjoy doing what you do best Peter.N

good luck

by jessie - 2008-04-18 12:04:34

i wish you luck in your endeavors. i wish you all the best in life. keep us updated as to how you are .jess

Congratulations.

by Stepford_Wife - 2008-04-18 12:04:51

The best of luck in your venture, and great success too.
What kind of business is it? If I may ask.
It seems that you made the right decision, you sound very excited about it.
Take care, happiness always,

~ Dominique ~

Thank you!

by pacergirl - 2008-04-19 09:04:25

Everyone, thank you again for your encouraging thoughts. There is life after pacemakers... and it is good. It might take some time, it certainly requires some changes, it can be scary but it is worth it all.

To Me&mybigheart.... keep your focus, you can do it too! If I can ever help anyone please just ask.... if I can, you know I will.

Blessings, Pacergirl....Susie :-)
p.s. Carol.... so nice to see you!

Most excellent!

by Swedeheart - 2008-04-19 12:04:51

Pacergirl,

You go, girl! :)

This is excellent news and I am so glad to hear you are feeling strong enough to really move forward. You are setting a great goal for the rest of us!

May you live long, and prosper!

Swedeheart

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I just want to share about the quality of life after my pacemaker, and hopefully increase awareness that lifestyles do not have to be drastically modified just because we are pacemaker recipients.