Our gratitude is boundless to those of you who heard of Ty’s recent medical issues and sent healing energy and love (which is one and the same!). We are so grateful to share with you that he arrived home today after five days in the hospital and is doing great.
Every experience is an opportunity for growth, and this one had plenty. So here’s “the rest of the story” …
For well over a year Ty has been dealing with the effects of an esophageal diverticulum—a pocket in the esophagus the size of the last digit on the thumb that trapped food every time he ate. At least once a day he would choke on food to the point where I would have to ask, “Are you okay? Can you breathe?”
Last Friday we went to Savannah Memorial University Hospital for what was supposed to have been a minimally invasive endoscopic procedure in which the surgeon would use a scope and a laser to cut through the muscle from within the esophagus to simply open up the pouch and make it part of the esophagus. We were told there was a slight chance the doctor might need to resort to surgery and make a small incision in the side of his neck. Okay. We understood “slight chance.”
We reported to the day-surgery clinic fully expecting to be out in a couple of hours and go home. Shock #1 was when we learned that even if all went as planned, Ty would have to spend the night until he did a “swallow test” with x-ray the next morning. Okay. Adjust a few plans and get on with the procedure.
I had decided not to make any of this public. I didn’t want to draw attention to our private lives.
An hour and a half after they wheeled Ty into the operating room, the receptionist in the waiting room handed me a phone. The woman on the phone said, “I’m a nurse in the operating room with your husband. I want you to know that your husband is safe (I found this an unusual choice of words), but the doctor has had some difficulty getting access, and he is going in surgically through the neck.”
Being more than a bit empathic, I sensed the tension in her voice. I sat back and took a deep breath. I was flooded with the awareness of how many stories I had heard or read about the power of prayer. Any need for privacy went out the door, and I put out a call for anyone who read my post on Facebook to affirm with me that the surgeon and medical team were guided by the highest Power and that Ty would be fully protected and well.
Within minutes I felt a blanket of peace settle over me. Still, I had a sense that there would be something unusual happen during the surgery. Indeed, when the surgeon came to brief me afterwards, he reported that Ty’s surgery made for quite a teaching case for his surgical interns. Not only was everything too restricted to see clearly in the esophagus, but the surgeon discovered a self-contained mass behind the esophagus. Hearing this, I felt no fear, just trust. The surgeon then reported that he removed the entire mass, sent it to pathology, and stopped the surgery while awaiting the pathologist’s report: It was a benign ganglio neuroma – fancy words for a mass of harmless tissue. However, the doctor later confirmed that this mass could have continued to grow and cause other troublesome issues in the future. So, was the surgery meant to unfold this way? We are thankful, in any case.
When Ty was settled in a bed on a surgical ward, I was allowed to see him. I must admit, he was downright angry. He had adjusted to the thought of spending one night in the hospital, but he awoke to find a four-inch scar (not the ‘small incision’ for which there’d been a ‘slight chance.’), a bruise on his lip from the doctors wrestling their instruments, a feeding tube in his nose, and a nasty-looking tube stitched to the base of his throat draining blood into a large, plastic bulb lying on his chest. I was the unfortunate messenger who got to tell him he now had to spend four nights in the hospital receiving liquid nutrition through the nasal tube until they could do a swallow test the following Tuesday.
Let’s just say that a few sailor words may have come from his mouth …
He questioned his decision to have the procedure done, felt extremely frustrated, and was completely shocked by his own appearance. He sent me home in no uncertain terms. Aye aye, Captain. There was no arguing with him.
I went to bed with an uneasy feeling. The psychic side of me again sensed some kind of complication was going to arise that evening. I felt a tremendous sense of grief walking around the empty house. I had the strangest feeling that he might not be coming back to that house, and I took strength from the many loving comments on my Facebook page.
Emotionally wiped out after a long day, I easily fell asleep. The phone awakened me just before midnight. I saw it was Ty calling, and this is what he said, “I’m heading back to the operating room. I didn’t want my last words to you to be in a text or an email. I love you so much. I don’t want you to drive back here an hour through the woods on a dark two lane road at this time of the night. Please do not come in. I love you with all my heart.”
After we hung up, I called the nurses station to find out what was going on. The nurse handed the phone to a doctor, who explained there had been some bleeding and they needed to take Ty back to the OR and fix him up. The doctor assured me that all of his vital signs were stable.
I lay back and asked for guidance. Did I go in or stay safe in the bed? I knew he might pass. I was in no shape to drive, and even if I got there, all I could do was sit in an empty waiting room and would not be allowed to see him anyway. I decided to abide by Ty’s wishes and stay home. The surgeon who performed the original surgery called me two hours later and assured me that everything was fine.
I was on the road before sunrise and found Ty still in the recovery room. They did not want to send him back to a regular ward just yet. It was then that Ty filled in the details that I’m glad I didn’t know earlier:
Just before midnight, he had decided to use the spirometer that the ward nurse gave him when he checked into his room. This little device is to make sure bed-ridden patients exercise their lungs, thus avoiding pneumonia. This was probably not the best thing to give to someone who had just had esophageal surgery, especially a physically-active over-achiever like Ty. He decided to see if he could move the little bubble on the spirometer all the way to the top.
The nurse had just emptied the bottle from his surgical drain. Within 15 minutes of using the spirometer, Ty noticed two things: the drain bottle felt a little heavy on his chest, and he wasn’t feeling too good. He looked down and the bottle had filled with fresh bright red blood. He noticed his face felt full, and when he reached up, his face and neck were as hard as Styrofoam.
He pressed the call button and reported to the nurse that he had some internal bleeding. She came immediately, took one look at him, and her eyes grew very big. She grabbed a young resident walking by, and his eyes mirrored the nurse’s. The doctor whipped out his cell phone and called the senior resident. She rushed into the room, took one look at Ty and leapt into action. (If you are queasy, skip the next few paragraphs).
As Ty watched, she pulled out a scalpel, and without any time for anesthesia, sliced right into his surgical incision. Blood flowed everywhere. She said to Ty, “You’re handling this very well,” and he replied, “Doctor, I’m glad I’ve never made you angry. Seeing a woman coming at my throat with a scalpel is a little disconcerting.”
They then wheeled his bed straight for the operating room, where the surgeon who did the original surgery (and trained the other two doctors) was waiting. Ty looked at him and said, “Doctor, I hope I haven’t just brought you from a sports bar!” The surgeon held up all four corners of the sheet to keep Ty’s blood from flowing onto the floor and assured Ty that he had been at home watching TV on the couch with his wife.
I know that all of the prayers sent our way served a purpose and made a difference. Only today did we learn from the surgeon that Ty had blown out a seal the surgeon had placed in a small branch of the jugular vein.
There is power in prayer. Of this I have no doubt. This morning the doctor pronounced Ty’s swallow test “pristine” and sent him home with nothing more than some Tylenol. He is understandably tired, but so happy to be home with his “pack” (That’s me and our two dachshunds, Rudy and Gretchen).
The past five days have provided me more than a few spiritual lessons (dharma) in handling such serious drama. Knowing that peace is always present beneath the drama helped us to maintain balance during all of this. I look forward to sharing what I’ve learned with anyone who might find the insights useful. For now, we are both ready to “just be,” and to continue enjoying every precious moment together, as we have done for the past 23 years.
Please allow me to repeat how very grateful we are for your love and healing energy. It is tangible, and we are so grateful to have all of you in our lives.
OMG. So glad to see you standing Ty. Much love.
Dear Ty and Suzanne,
With a grateful heart I have read your account of your experience. Thanks be to the physicians and all the staff that
cared for you and , of course all the Angels around you and Suzanne. Please take good care of yourselves. God Bless.
Susan Prince, The Villages
Thank you for sharing Ty’s and your story. Most all of us go through scary moments with loved ones or ourselves in dealing with the physical body. You have reminded us of the truth. In faith and love peace awaits to carry us through. Blessings and continued healing carried on Angel’s wings.??
Oh my Suzanne! I’m a nurse and can tell you that you do not exaggerate about prayers saving his life as seconds mattered. Not his time to go! So grateful you felt all the love coming your way as you put out so much loving energy every day. Blessing to you both as you both recover!!
Hi Ty and Suzanne, given how much you do for untold numbers, with Ty’s backing and support, the very least we could all do was sending healing when asked for, so glad all turned out well. Given your self admitted over achieving, could I ask that you put the brakes on that for a wee while!!!! with love barbara miller
I’m so very grateful that Ty is home and doing well. Praise God for the quick response to Ty’s unusual circumstances throughout the entire ordeal! It’s amazing that he was able to alert the nurse as to what was happening to him so quickly! You both must have more work to do on this side….together ♥️♥️♥️ Sending so much love to you both! Praying for continued quick healing
Hi Ty and Suzanne, given how much you do for untold numbers, with Ty’s backing and support, the very least we could all do was sending healing when asked for, so glad all turned out well. Given your self admitted over achieving, could I ask that you put the brakes on that for a wee while!!!! with love barbara miller
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Wow. What a ride. I guess this is part of your path and Ty’s. I have found that experiences like this have made me more sesnstive to others’ pain and have helped me become more empathetic in general. I had a scary health issue just before Thanksgiving many years ago which gave me a new level of gratitude that year and everything Thanksgiving Day since. May you and Ty feel the same joy this Thanksgiving.
Ginny Rupy, The Villages
Wow. What a ride. I guess this is part of your path and Ty’s. I have found that experiences like yours have made me more sesnstive to others’ pain and have helped me become more empathetic in general. I had a scary health issue just before Thanksgiving many years ago which gave me a new level of gratitude that year and everything Thanksgiving Day since. May you and Ty feel the same joy this Thanksgiving.
Ginny Rupy, The Villages
Oh, Suzanne, what you and Ty have been through! This has been a very “human” spell!
Thank you for your candor. It is satisfying to know the truth. I knew deep inside, as did so many others that love you, that Ty was in need of heavy duty prayer. So your ordeal helped all of us in our spiritual growth because that prompting wasn’t just out of admiration for you.
I know I join hundreds of others in continued good vibes sent your way for healing and comfort and relief and just the ability to relax and enjoy your new home, finally.
I am so very happy for you and Ty and grateful to the many people, Angels and Ancestors who kept Ty from leaving. You and Ty are an example of how well things can go when we are in our higher selves. Thank you so much for sharing!
Oh Ty and Suzanne, this must have been incredibly scary. I am so thankful that Ty has made it through this ordeal and that despite the issues that had arisen, the power of light and healing prayer was received. This is truly inspirational. Thank you for sharing and I will continue to send my prayers and healing light your way.
Bless you both.
wow! yesterday I had a three month follow up on my spine surgery went well but mine was not nearly as dramatic as the show off Ty, experienced . just kidding Ty. I sympathize about the time of four days waiting to get out of the hospital and the endless parade of people asking you for your birthdate. Just to say each day will be better and you will be out on the water and hiking again in no time. Suzanne here’s a hug for you . you both are and inspiration for me, and yes, for different reasons :-)
My heart to yours, I felt as though he was coming through this strong. So many lessons for everyone involved. I’m so glad you felt supported and held, being human is just hard. We are vulnerable, our hearts more so. All love and peace and continuing joy.
After witnessing the many stories of your service to our country and humanity’, in general, it is not surprising to feel the faith you both have. It seems that, in each moment, you were gathering strength and understanding in order to face trials in your future. For Ty, he met life trauma with humor and patience. For Suzanne, this challenge was met with a trusting heart.
Bless you both for all that you gift others. through witnessing your spiritual growth. Your story is inspirational.
Can’t wait to hear your paddles once again as they dip into the water. Healing blessings Ty. Love to both of you. My prayers continue.
Wow, what a story. I’m glad that I could participate in this most curious adventure from afar – energetically speaking, of course.
Sometimes we all need the experience to drive home what we all say to one another … you are so very loved. The Universe has such amazing things in store for us all and it only matters what we choose to do with it.
Continued energies and blessings to you both – it’s a shock, but that’s how things sometime role.
Be well …
So happy to hear that Ty is home and recovering and that everything is good. Thoughts and prayers to you both.
Dearest Suzanne, I am so very grateful and happy to hear Ty is home with you. I am continuing to send love and healing prayers to you both.
Love from a friend and follower from Cross Creek New Brunswick Canada.
Many Blessings??????
Oh my goodness Suzanne. What an experience. So deeply touched by your sharing. I’m so happy that you are all home & together now. Will continue to send love, prayers & healing energy to all 4 of you. Anne ????
So glad that he is home with you all, will continue to pray and send healing energy. Thank you for including us in your journey.
What a huge opportunity for growth… (one I am sure you would both have just had soon skipped!) Glad things are going better. Continued prayers and love.
Thanking God for Ty’s successful surgeries and for his continuing recovery.
Whew, what an ordeal. I just love you guys. I used to live in The Villages and took several trainings with you. Glad to be part of the spiritual community who had the opportunity to send energy and healing.
I am so very pleased to hear that Ty is home with his beloved. When I read that one of your dogs is called Gretchen I smiled as that was a pet name my husband had for me. Somehow I feel connected. Special prayers for you both God bless ?❤️
Thank you to the heavens above. Since my husband passed I’ve been watching all your videos, reading all your posts and literally feel like I know you both, and reading this made my heart feel heavy with all you’ve had to endure. I’m so happy all is well and pray that Ty have a speedy recovery much love and prayers your way??
This is such good news. I love hearing that Ty is back home with his pack! I will continue to “howl at the moon” with healing energy and love that I know will vibrate through the airwaves to all of you.
That was a miracle. Just a miracle! That Ty had the mental awareness to let someone know something was up and that the surgeon was able to get him back to the OR so quickly! That story gave me chills. Ty is AMAZING!!!!! What a relief and sending all sorts of gratitude all is well and the pack is reunited!!! (and so grateful the mass was benign and out of the way!)
Keep talking about it – every painful detail, both of you. It is therapeutic.
I will continue to pray for you and Ty, for a speedy recovery from this ordeal !! Love you guys !!
What a frightening but inspirational message from you. So happy that you both can relax and “just be!”
Thank you for sharing this with us and giving us the opportunity to send healing energy/love. I’m so happy that you have your Ty back home with you.
About 5 years ago my elderly mother was in the hospital with Pneumonia and C-Diff. I felt the healing energy that was sent her way as I sat next to her in the hospital. I have no doubts that this saved her life.
What an amazing turn of events, on every level. As you said, it will be so interesting to see what learnings/growth/shifts arise from this, for each of you. Energy and intention, in whatever form (prayer, healing energy, etc.) are so powerfully transformative. I’m thrilled for you both at this outcome, and that dear Ty is still with us (!). Sending love to you both, and may Ty’s healing be smooth and uneventful from here on out!
Oh my goodness!! Whew!
Ty I’m so glad that you are still here in the physical world. Now you’ll be able to enjoy your new home and all the things about it that you were looking forward to. Suzanne, thanks for sharing the events with us. I’ve been wondering.
I’m continuing to send love and healing and hope you’ll both be back to your regular fully active lives soon.
I don’t even know you but I was moved to tears. Praying for a speedy recovery.
Suzanne, my goodness – that was quite a wild ride for both of you! I’m sure Ty’s tough nature coupled with your heartfelt connection to him and to Spirit helped his recovery tremendously. Sending you both oodles of love and the hope that life continues to give you many more healthy years together.
Big hugs,
Marla
Love and blessings from Switzerland, so happy to hear all is well now ???
Thank you for sharing. Glad that you are all back home for rest, relaxation, and recovery. Peace and love to you.
What a scary experience. You both have such strength and love and am glad Ty is home with his love and dogs to help his during his recovery and to enjoy the wonder the holidays bring. Prayers to both of you.
When you described that it was his jugular bleeding out, my mouth fell open. With all the love and prayers sent your way it is a testament to the power of intention. May you bothe continue a long and loving life.
When you described that it was his jugular bleeding out, my mouth fell open. With all the love and prayers sent your way it is a testament to the power of intention. May you both continue a long and loving life.
I was never so happy to see Ty’s cockeyed smiling face and read your detailed commentary and applaud you both for handling the crises so well as you always do. I am sure the dogs felt the anxiety as well. You are such a beautiful family all together always. Hugs to all with love, reve’ norman
Suzanne…thank you for sharing this with us. This is some story and good for you to share, and for us to be the empaths who walk along side
both of you.. Your insightful self was so aware of the possibilities, yet all the training you’ve given us was a test for your own personal issue. There’s more growth for all of us. Wow—it’s quite a story, and I can only imagine how you felt when Ty called you before going back to the OR. Comes from such strength and an example of the power of prayer. So glad you reached out. Quite an experience for both of you. So glad all is well, as it was all along. Ty looks great!! I send loving blessings to both of you. PS – I think the staff all learned something about the use of incentive spirometry— putting stress on a fresh incision with this type of surgery. There’s a reason they call it the “practice” of medicine. They learn so much from their patients. Again, thanks for sharing.❤️
So glad this is all behind both of you and you are home together! Sending you massive hugs!!
Holy shift.
Oh my, Saint Ty… So glad the pack is home and together again.
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I’m so grateful that Ty got through this. Not easily and not without complications, but safely in the end. Bless both of you. My love and continued prayers.
God bless you both!
Tears flowed as I finished reading this. I have been through drama and found it difficult to find the peace beneath. If I have managed a modicum of success, it is thanks to you, Suzanne, and Sanaya. I am so grateful that your beloved Ty has come through this trial and seems set to accompany you on many more adventures. You deserve the very best and I will keep you both in my prayers. I’m honoured to add my little contribution of healing energy and love.
So happy for this great outcome. The very best to you both!
Our prayers were heard and answered – Thank You!!!
Oh Suzanne, as I read this, I was feeling so deeply each step of the way. I’ve been there as you know. From the first time you posted, I had an ominous feeling about Ty. I thought it was just my anxiety because of Bruce’s outcome. OMG!! He was near death!!! Thank you for sharing your story in detail. It meant a lot to me to be able to walk that journey with you even after the fact. You have renewed my faith in people and prayer. Believe me it needed renewing. I love you guys truly.
Dear Suzanne & Ty,
It is inspirational to hear the entire story and to learn how you both implemented in your personal experience the messages you have been sharing with all of us for years. Thank you for this further gift.
How amazing that this occurred close to a hospital with a wonderful medical team; that you were together and in your new home; that you could call on human prayer warriors and also have evidence that heavenly light workers were present, as well. Blessings abound and we are all filled with relief and gratitude.
Prayers continue…knowing that all is in Perfect Order. Thank you God!
Dearest Suzanne and Ty,
Gratitude and blessings that all is well. I can’t thank you enough for sharing this experience with all of us. Once again you both have given us an example of trust in the healing light of love. It knows no boundaries: it is eternal. Your courage to “stay the course” is inspirational!
May we all walk in your light and always remember that “we are so very loved”.
Thank you Suzanne for sharing such a frightful and harrowing experience that you two have been through! So happy that Ty is doing well!
Lots of Love ❤️ & prayers ?? coming your way!
God bless you both!
Thank you for sharing this, Suzanne. I am thrilled to see the picture of a smiling Ty safely at home! I believe in the power of love!
What a journey you and Ty have been on. It’s all about love. So glad you are both home recovering and enjoying the moment while accepting the previous moments. Melissa
YOU BOTH ARE SO LOVED
Thank God! Yes the power of prayer is serious business. With love and gratitude I read your posts. Thank you for sharing life with us all. It is so important to ask for help. We are but a moment and If we can support each other for the highest intention, we should be journeyed to do so. Thank you for just being and I hope you will rejoice in each other. Taking time to be. God bless you and your TY. Just love your pooches bits. God bless ?❤️ Sending big hug. Each of you take good care.
Thankyou for sharing this amazing story. So very grateful that Ty is fine now and recovering. Sending much love to you both ?
Many more years of love together in this world ??
im glad both of u made it through, wishing continued blessing and health to u and ty. btw: he has the same loving and kind eyes that u do.
Suzanne and Ty so glad you are home together and that you reached out for prayer/ energy so We/I could be present with you both as you have been present for me/us all. All of your pact will be held in healing light.
Oh Suzanne! So sorry you and Ty had to go through this, but SO happy Ty is speedily recovering. Rest, BOTH of you-YOU are both so very loved!
Thank you for sharing the entire experience. Each of us can learn lessons from both sides of your experiences. Take your time healing, as we all will continue to send love and healing prayers for both of you. Thankful for all those prayers that saw you through your ordeal.
The power of prayer and the power of love is awesome. Blessings to you both, and your two little dachshunds x
Oh, Suzanne and Ty, what a relief to see your smiling faces after such an ordeal. Continuing to send healing prayer that that scar disappears into the dharma and you begin happy times in your new home and on with the adventure of life. The Spirit has more work for you into the future for the upbuilding of humankind. You’re such a great team! We love you and pray for your well being.Blessings and prayer
Thank you for your continued openness and sharing your story and giving hope to others. I hope you both continue to heal from this experience and take time with each other.
Thank you for sharing, so glad Ty is home and feeling better.Love and Blessings, Val
So grateful that we have a loving and merciful God who allowed safe passage for Ty through this ordeal. I am so grateful that Ty pulled through and that y’all are both home. You both have a purpose in serving the Light. Thank you for sharing how to stay balanced and centered thru life’s
challenges. Love you both! Sending love your way!
Glad you’re OK Ty! I have this same condition and my poor husband and kids get scared every time I have an episode. It’s half the reason why I went plant based because eating meat just doesn’t go down easily. Hope the surgery helps moving forward and sorry you had to go through this.
Oh my, my Suzanne and Ty. Thank you for sharing the life “darma” with us all. We are all here as family going through real life situations. Thank you for being real, vulnerable and calling upon our family for healing. Yes, we know our love is eternal. It is a shock after we go through experiences like this that could have had a different outcome. I, too, recently experienced a life threatening situation with sepsis. Calling upon my Spiritual family, too, I was comforted.
I’m so happy to hear the whole story dear Suzanne and Ty. Thank you for sharing it with us.
Blessings and sending my love.
Sheila Tillich
Omg!!! I had no idea Suzanne!! I haven’t been on the Facebook page and I was late to class today. Thank God Ty is OK!! I can’t imagine what you both were going through!! ❤❤
A lesson in faith. A USMC veteran heartfelt Semper Fi.
I am so happy for both of you that this ordeal is over.Incrediable that Ty survived and even more so the power of prayer of which I am a strong believer and recipient of.It is a miracle,life is a miracle and there is no such thi g as coincidence.I pray that Ty continues to recover well and thank you for sharing your story.Love and prayers Clare
Thank you so much for sharing the details of this ordeal. I’m so very happy that there was a happy ending – for Ty and for you and for the millions who love you both. For people like me, who aren’t ‘up to speed’ with all that you are and do, Suzanne, it is truly inspiring. I’ll take what I’ve learned from you here, and from Sanaya and Wolf and apply them to my own scary health journey. You are such a wonderful light in the world.
Thank you and Namaste from Robyn
btw, I’m writing from Melbourne, Australia.
Suzanne…….I am so thankful that Ty is on the road to recovery and you were able to share and reach out to others you have touched so deeply. I have listened and watched ‘from afar’, through my wife Victoria, the wonderful insight and strength you share with others. Your teachings enabled everyone you’ve touched to coalesce their prayers into strength and healing, for both Ty and you. Enjoy being home in your new house and relish the moments together. Truly, a Happy Thanksgiving.
Such a frightening time for you both! Thank you for sharing this story with all who love you. You two are an amazing team who bring so much comfort and joy to others. I’m so glad that Ty is home and healthy and that you Suzanne have him to hug, spoil, and enjoy for many years to come. Wishing you both abundant health and bliss.
Thank you for sharing with us, Suzanne. I’m so happy to hear that Ty is recovering from such a scary ordeal. Sending love and prayers for a complete recovery as soon as possible!
Semper Fi to you and the Captain on so many counts! Always faithful to ‘MLB’, and to fitness, independence, & doing his best to take care of business – whatever seems needed!
What a beautiful outcome to such an intensely scary ordeal! Suzanne- how did the prayers from everyone help? Do you think prayer can change the outcome of an event (ie, because so many prayed for you both and the medical staff, the surgery and post-op came out fine)? Or, were the prayers helpful in keeping you and Ty and all others at peace? I always wonder about the power of prayer and how much it can affect another person’s circumstances. Thank you!
Yes and yes!
Suzanne,
Thank you for your testimony. That was intense and amazing. I appreciate the practical, real-life examples. My supportive prayers for you and Ty continue. I appreciate your ministry to us and the world Suzanne.
Dearest Ty and Suzanne, The biggest gift I received out of this is the Light and soft kindness in Ty’s eyes in his photo, I cried!
❤ Loved we are indeed!!!,