Health and Channel Update

[@jennifersanders4165]

Although you have been vital in my knitting life, your health is more important. Please take care of yourself. Sending best wishes!

[@faridawhincup8848]

Couldn’t have put it better. Sending you hugs and take care ❤

[@ianriddell2367]

Thinking of you, Roxanne. You’ve got a huge cloud of support out here. We love you. Glad you’re taking care of yourself.

[@susieleavitt9002]

Praying for you, Roxanne. You have thousands who are cheering you on, and praying for you to rest and recuperation. You are greatly loved.

[@lyannecb8499]

Take care of yourself @Roxanne. Thank you for letting us know, and of course the videos later in the year sound great - but only do what you're comfortable and able to do... Your health is more important than our knitting!

[@Melia-77]

There are throngs of your followers, fans, students, and devotees who send you heaps of best wishes with your health issue. You are a "national treasure" in the knitting world - and that is not hyperbole. Be well.

[@newmoonjlp]

How wonderful that you were able to record the event for the doctors to review. I know your analytical approach will be a great help in figuring out with your doctors just what you need. Blessings to you and see you very soon I hope! Keep well!

[@andreamiller6200]

Rox, you are doing such a service sharing your health update with all of us - I am wishing you the easiest journey through this interval and that you arrive at a final effective management program. And I am equally grateful for your amazing and generous communication. You are a consummate teacher, not only "just" an information seeker, and not that you need to take anything else on, but I could easily see you leading an SVT support group when all is said and done. I will be glad to see you whenever that turns out to be!

[@midnightknitter5654]

Wish you all the best. I am so grateful for the things I have learned from you and so happy to hear you will be here Fridays. 🙏

[@capnblye]

Roxanne, I haven’t been an active follower on KZbin or Ravelry in ages, but you have been one of my most trusted sources for knitting advice since I started and have always been kind when I asked questions, so I know you have one of the best hearts out there. I’m glad you are taking care of yourself and send my best wishes for to keep that heart in the best shape it can be!

[@melisamcdonald1910]

I couldn't have said it better myself! Wishing you lots of heart health Roxanne!!❤

[@CharleneStuhltrager]

I had an SVT. Caffeine or lack of sleep seemed to be my triggers. I had multiple pathways which I was told occurs in 10% of the people with SVT. I had multiple ablations. I no longer have any noticeable irregularities in my heart rhythm.

[@jeanhowells8738]

Roxanne, Electrophysiologists are exceptional. I needed a pacemaker due to my heart beating too slowly that I fainted sometimes. This is Year 19 since then. It has saved my life and most days I’m not aware there is a problem. It does it’s job always. Best wishes for a great diagnostician who is as tenacious as you are. Take care and thanks for your unique contributions to knitters everywhere.

[@dr.evelynsharp2351]

You're right! I do want to know. I love your videos and have saved so many of them for reference. But I've come to care about you and who you are..... and I love how you deep dive into a passion. It makes it easier to trust you'll do your very best to care for yourself. Thanks for letting us know! I'll send some heart calming thoughts.

[@zan_wild]

I find myself constantly going back to your Technique Tuesday vids…in fact I just watch the grafted bind off and tubular cast on ones the other day! All that to say, you already have shared a WEALTH of knitting knowledge for us to access so rest on your laurels and take care of yourself. Prayers from a fellow heart patient!

[@nancyballantyne236]

Roxanne, I had episodes of SVT. Mine was SVNRT. Ended up in the ER twice. Ambulance shot of Adenosine worked to break the rhythm one time but the other time I needed a double dose in the ER. Caffeine is a no-no. So is sudden/clenching excitement. Medication didn't stop it. Totally unpredictable and uncontrollable with pulse hammering away 206-208 bpm. Electro physiologist did a cardiac ablation last month and so far, so good. Still carry the oxygen and pulse finger monitor. Please look into this procedure. Sending health blessings.

[@catherinemelnyk]

Roxanne I truly understand. I'm 69 and I have a tumour in my right breast. I have a mammogram and an ultrasound booked on May 6th. I'm having bloodwork done on Monday May 1st. Then I see my doctor aggain on the 16th. My focus and concentration isn't great right now either. This tumour hurts almost nonstop. I'm tired too. Roxanne I have so appreciiated ALL your videos whether instructional or shared informational like the Weldon's books for example. Roxanne, you take good care of your health and I'll do the same. ❤❤❤

[@PatlLawson]

Roxanne, You are the epitome of grace under pressure and make a great role model for the importance of taking the initiative and responsibility of one’s own health. Brava!

[@melisamcdonald1910]

Hear hear!

[@Axeldagreat]

I NEVER comment on KZbin videos, but I'm doing it for the first time to wish you health and tell you how much your videos mean to me! As someone who discovered the hobby solo and had no one around to ask for questions, you've been so critical to my learning and love of knitting. I'll be here all the way! ❤

[@mydigitaldiva]

Thank you for the update Roxanne. A health scare should always take priority and I’m pleased you’re shifting your focus. Hope you’re heading for a speedy recovery!

[@margarethiggins4381]

Please put your health at the top of your priority list Roxanne. Sending you good thoughts and please take good care of yourself. ❤

[@BeautifulOaks]

Roxanne, I hope the condition tapers down to help you feel better and healthier. With your appetite for knowledge and staying in tune with yourself, maybe you will uncover what works for you and the condition. Thanks for the heads up about Technique Tuesday.

[@jillyb9995]

You do right to look after your well-being, Roxanne. As much as we all love you, your health comes first❤️

[@71Siddy]

Thank you for your update. I am sorry to hear you've been challenged with this, but also glad that you have qualified helpers around you, both human and digital, by the sound of it. Wish you quick and good recovery. Sigridur

[@kerrymcg722]

Please take care!

[@daniceandrus2765]

Roxanne, thank you for sharing your health news. Please take whatever time you need to resolve the heart issues. Technique Tuesdays will be missed but your health is much more important

[@SuzanneBryan]

I hope that this gets resolved as easily as possible. Sending thoughts of good health to you.

[@chrislopez5337]

So very sorry to hear what you’re dealing with. Hope they can get to the bottom of this soon. 💕🙏🏽

[@karenstewart8818]

I'm undergoing these same issues and am currently being worked up by cardiology to see what the issue is. I am thinking of you and hoping you'll be on the road to recovery very soon. Please put yourself first and we look forward to seeing a healthy you when you can return to videoing regularly!

[@khristopherlawrence7493]

Roxanne, since I've found your channel you've been like a cool auntie with endless knitting knowledge I could listen talk for hours on end. So of course I want you to be good and healthy, that comes first! Sending you best wishes and hoping there's a solution for those palpitations.

[@jennifermcclanahan3630]

Healing light and much love sent your way.

[@julie.clifford7173]

Thanks for the update Roxanne. I hope you find some answers and your health is restored. My best wishes to you.

[@barbfrench4404]

Roxanne, take the time and be good to yourself. I have had four hospitalizations in the last 7 weeks due to heart issues and I am just now starting to feel 'myself'. I have a pacemaker, and will be having ablation in August to keep me from going in and out of abnormal rhythms. I am on medications right now to keep it regular. It is frightening, overwhelming, and zaps most of my energy. So I get it. Take whatever time you need and may your health return in a timely manner.

[@virginiabrooks3861]

Roxanne you are in my prayers. Get well soon. 💕

[@christinamarmaras8429]

Sending you good vibes and hugs !

[@dorothyrainey1141]

Thanks for sharing. Wishing you all the best!!!❤

[@jamiepenfold3182]

Best wishes for a successful treatment plan tailored to your cardiac electrophysiology. You are not alone. I walked a similar path 10 years ago. I appreciate your desire to research and fully understand what is happening with your heart…it will help you and your medical team reach a resolution of your symptoms. Take care❤

[@sallyperreten8334]

Exactly my story. I had an AV-node ablation and pacemaker installation over a year ago. I wish i'd had it sooner. It's working great. And I feel 10 years younger. 4:40

[@suepeterson5042]

Best wishes for your health journey and positive thoughts as you navigate future care for yourself. ❤️

[@aliceferdinand2786]

Oh, Roxanne, your videos are more than knitting. They are events with a friend. You are in my prayers. Your health is so important. Keep us informed.

[@debraeaton5184]

Taking care of yourself is so important!! Stay well, rest up, and look forward to the videos you are able to do, you are so amazing!!!

[@RetroClaude]

Wishing you all the best with your health. In my experience of being online and also having long term health issues people are incredibly understanding about missed video, unexplained gaps etc. Don't worry about us. We'll still be here. Just from a quick glance at the comments there is so much support and understanding. Take care of yourself and I hope knitting and this community can still be a comfort to you 💚

[@bridgetchristianson8706]

So happy that you are taking the time you need for yourself. I wish you the best and hope you are able to get answers.

[@maureendonnelly146]

I so appreciate all your technique videos, thank you very much. I’m wishing you all the best in your Health journey. Whenever you can record, your audience will be cheering.

[@KathleenBurk-y8z]

Wishing you all the best, Roxanne! I’ll miss your excellent videos, but your health is far more important, and I’ll be among the large group of folks sending warm thoughts your way❤

[@AsterNemoralis]

Others have already said it, but adding my best wishes for a speedy recovery. We need you!

[@kathy2951]

Thank you so much for allowing us to know whats going on. I am a praying person and I will add you to my list, God Bless

[@barbaraklaser3681]

I hope the quest for information and health goes well and you find the answers that you can be comfortable with. Take care.

[@susanday8874]

I know that you will be the most informed patient ever as you are on this journey to resolve these issues with your heart. Thank you for being so clear and upfront about what works best for you while you focus on your health. Thanks, too, for all you continue to do for us knitters!

[@CandyDae]

I hope your deep dive into the info pool will bring back the best solution for you. Your priorities are right on target as usual. Thanks for looping us in, and know that you have fans worldwide who care about you.

[@ouik8]

You always take care of us by providing us with great information. Now you need to take care of yourself. Will probably be hard for you to kick back and relax but you need to do so. Sounds like you and your doctors are on top of things. Please take care of yourself. ❤

[@ritagraham6703]

Thank you for sharing your health with us. Do take care of yourself. You’ve been an important part of mine and others knitting journey.

[@DelnoraY]

I pray healing in your heart, Roxanne, wisdom for your doctors, favor in your life and peace of mind. May God continue to bless you.

[@TraceyParkerPiano59]

All the best to you, Roxanne!

[@amycole8974]

Taking care of your health and heart is the most important thing in your life right now. There are enough videos for us to look back on to keep us going. Thanks for the update and take care.

[@ecmoese]

How thoughtful and inclusive to take the time to let us know of the recent events that have taken place. I do admire your thorough capacity to deep drive research and then interpret and share your findings. To that end, I am sure you, your family and your caretakers will benefit from your blessings and find a solution for your health. Be well and savor all these uplifting and heartwarming comments from your community!

[@valeriebellecats8939]

I hope that you regain your health soon. Thank you for all you do for the knitting community, your videos are so helpful to me I love knowing the why not just the how. I'm not sure that we can help in any way but know that I always look forward to your videos.

[@lorindasilveira9155]

Best wishes, Roxanne. How great is technology that your watch could record the episode you were having to give the doctors the needed information! Hoping all goes well, and certainly, do not fret over us!!

[@FlashOhJoy]

Love my Apple Watch… every time I chop garlic it asks if I have fallen! Have fun with yours, it’s a great tool…. Take care, be healthy, don’t stress out we’ll still be here!

[@robynwaymouth2219]

All the very best Roxanne for a quick and successful resolution to this problem. As everyone else has said, our knitting needs are no match for your health. Take care.

[@vivc4082]

Dear Roxanne, wishing you the best doctors and technology to figure out and fix what’s happening. Hugs,

[@makennapagniano]

Sending all the peace and love your way 💖 I hope you get answers soon

[@jessicacliftonknits]

I'm glad you gave us an update and even more glad you are taking the time you need to focus on your health. There's an amazing back catalog of Technique Tuesday videos for us all to enjoy as we wish you well. :)

[@andreahughes1500]

Good luck, Roxanne! Get well soon! ❤

[@jenniemills5093]

My husband has been through this. His began right after a cancer diagnosis, but also seemed to come out of nowhere. He takes a couple of meds to keep his heart regulated and his blood thin. I totally understand and wish you well.

[@nikkijohnson552]

You are a wise lady to be a cooperative and educated patient thru the diagnosis of your condition. DRs must really appreciate your input. Reading many comments tonight, I know all your viewers provide support and encouragement….so deserved! Godspeed and better health soon! Thank you for sharing….

[@loisg.6240]

Thanks for the update and sending you all the best as you explore your diagnosis. I will keep good thoughts for a quick resolution. Take care!

[@Katheverett]

I too am sorry to hear about your heart. You have a wealth of support out here - we all appreciate how much you have helped us with our knitting and general knitting/crafting/sheep knowledge! I am sending you a huge cyber hug and hope that the doctors get this under control ❤❤❤

[@sylvialarson1506]

Roxanne ~ Prayers for you, your family and the doctors in hopes of finding the cause and remedy for your health issues. I enjoy both your Tuesday and Friday videos. Be well!

[@WendyBarron14]

Sending you all the best wishes for clear test results, diagnosis, and treatment, Roxanne. The knitting world will be here when you're ready to come back from your deep dive into cardiac health. Take good care, and I hope to see you again soon.

[@harrietyarmill2873]

Roxanne, please take good care, as I, among many others, will knit on with you in our prayers.

[@cathycarbone1598]

Be well and take as much time you need for you! Thank you for your honesty with sharing your diagnosis. You will probably help others with this medical condition. Many thanks for your videos and get well ❤️‍🩹

[@KayCernuska]

So sorry to hear of your health problems. I too suffered from SVT, especially after being in a car accident in 2015. The doctors recommended a heart ablation and with medication I now only have short SVT episodes a couple times a year. I know how scary things can feel. Will be praying your doctors will be able to find the right resolution for you. Also that you and your family will know peace in this difficult time.

[@Rosa7388]

Thank you for telling us, and thank you for taking a step back to focus on your health. As someone who has lost several family members to heart health related issues, I can tell you that being so mindful will surely bring some comfort to your loved ones who worry about you. I hope that this journey is a helpful one that can improve your quality of life. Stay positive! We're all rooting for you.

[@kathrynclark3705]

I have been through a similar experience Roxanne having a heart monitor inserted so that the hospital could review it remotely. This led to me having a heart ablation operation, I went home to recover on the same day and took it easy for a few weeks. It cured the problem and all is well. I wish you all the best.

[@ccpperrett7522]

Thank you, Roxanne, for updating us on your health journey. We lift you in prayer❤ We will look forward to seeing you, as you are able. God bless you.❤😊

[@jeant763]

Hi Rox, I had a racing heart problem a few years ago. I had my op and there's been no problem since. There are a number of different types of racing heart / tachykardie. Mine was AVNRT, ( AV nodal reentrant tachycardia). If you have this type of problem, it is easily managed with an ablation of one of the impulse nerves in the electrical circuit of the heart. I went into hospital for only one night. I was back at work after 10 days. Best wishes to you Rox and wishing you success on your research. Jean

[@patgriffin1925]

I am glad that you are putting your health first!! I will remember you in my prayers that this heart issue will be resolved soon. How scary for you!!

[@woollynn4978]

As has been stated in many comments, your videos are much loved and appreciated but your health is the most important thing for you to focus on. Wishing you the best on figuring this out and regaining full health. In the meantime we all can watch past videos and patiently wait for your return.

[@joannsteinly5325]

Roxanne, I think I can safely say you have A cloud of people praying for you! My husband is a cardio nurse and all those terms are familiar. Thanks for sharing your health journey. Take care! ❤

[@robyn3349]

Thank you, Roxanne, for sharing your health concerns with us. You are in my prayers. Take good care!

[@freidapauline6372]

Wishing you a quick resolution to your health concerns. Your ability to reach us on a more personal level with this post, and sharing your knitting knowledge is greatly appreciated. .

[@pamcadd8658]

Roxanne, I'll be praying for resolution to this - that you'll find the right doctor who knows how to investigate and treat. Thanks for letting us know what's going on. Anything you post will be gladly received, but I'm sure everyone understands if you have to take some time away.

[@joannasheldon2146]

Well, you're such a geek that if the docs don't figure it out, I'm sure you will! Big hug to you, Roxanne, my invariable go-to for squishy knitting problems. And thanks for letting us know. Best wishes for a good outcome. 💕

[@posttolulu]

Well, you did a great job on learning more about your health.!! Nice of you to share this with your knitting community, Roxanne! Best wishes for your recovery!

[@eileen5631]

You are in my prayers and hope you have some answers soon. Not knowing is what drives me crazy. Having my knitting and normal day to day helps a great deal. Thanks for all you have done for me . ❤

[@francesjackson2511]

Roxanne, after years of enjoying your channel, I feel, as if you're a close friend. You've taught me so much, and your channel is very important to me. But your health is more important, and I thank you for sharing this information. I hope you will take all the time you need for yourself. We'll be waiting and wishing you well. Will be remembering you in my prayers.

[@mitnehmerrippe]

Heart issues feel so scary - I’m glad you have great medical help available to you. Wishing you all the best!

[@sonjanordahl3158]

I am addicted to you videos and you have taught me a lot. Not to mention your Friday videos are a GREAT source of rabbit holes to explore. However, your health and peace of mind are WAY MORE important than new channel content. Take care of yourself. I will enjoy what ever time you can spend on content. It's not like you don't have a huge library of previous content we can all enjoy. Best wishes.

[@laurencoogs]

You are one of my favorite knitting instructors! I have learned so much from you. Prayers for your health.

[@raycarlburg3731]

Wishing you all the best with your health. Thank you for being so open, and setting a good example of prioritizing your wellbeing. We support you no matter what you need.

[@bboice08]

Thank you Roxanne for the update. Be well, rest and continue investigating your heart electricals. Best

[@ellenhenrie4826]

Plumbing and electrical - a very "Roxanne" way of describing the cardiac system❤ Best wishes to you and your care team for a speedy and durable resolution. You are a treasure - take good care.

[@sharonamara9718]

Roxanne--Prayers for you-and your family during this difficult time.

[@teresaprice5070]

Your contribution to the fiber community and knitters, in particular, is so significant that you MUST focus on your health! I, for one, desire that you have decades yet of vibrant wholeness! I realize that could come off sounding selfish 🤪, but hear my heart 💖

[@RamblingKnitter]

As everyone else has said, getting yourself better is the most important thing at the moment. Much as we value the way you share your vast knitting knowledge, it can all wait. There's a hefty back catalogue of Technique Tuesdays to keep us going in the meantime - and only do Casual Friday if you feel up to it. Good luck with the treatment and get well soon xx

[@devoted2knit177]

Sending you love, hugs and support for your health. You are very important to so many folks. Take good care!

[@alphabo1]

Take care of your health, dear Roxanne. We'll be here waiting and knitting. Thanks for what you've published and for the frankness of your communication

[@tracyvision]

Information is power. It’s so cool that your watch could record your event so your support team had more data to help diagnose what’s going on with you. Very best of luck in your healing journey and thank you for sharing your story.

[@helena.3472]

Hey Roxanne, as soon as I saw the title of today's video I had to watch it straight away. I am so sorry for what you're going through it must be stressful and cause anxiety. I pray all goes well for you in your health and wellbeing 🙏 Thank you for taking the time to share something so personal with us...look after you ❤

[@KSt-nv8eb]

Positive thoughts, knitting peace, and inner care wishes for you, Roxanne.

[@hollyhendricksom-davis9130]

wishing you a speedy recovery! even tho I have been knitting for years I find your research and videos have helped me immensly. Now at 84 yrs I enjoy my knitting more than ever. I will continue to refer to your videos and hope they find help for you soon

[@imaharper]

Thanks for the update, Roxanne. It's good to know you're taking some time for yourself. Looking forward to seeing you Fridays.

[@knittingthestash]

Thinking of you and sending all good vibes. Please take good care!