I went for a routine checkup. Then the doc told me this.

I went for a routine checkup. Then the doc told me this.
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[@SightseeingSally]

Thanks everyone! Just want you to know I appreciate all your positive thoughts, well wishes, and prayers for improved health.

[@sunsetcaptiva8573]

I am so sorry to hear the news, I battled throat cancer 2-1/2 years ago, and just this week had a cardiac event and will probably traveling through the same series of tests and treatments... Stay strong for Marty and the rest of your loved ones.

[@vickiemadrid3910]

I will pray for you and Marty. Take care of yourselves. I love watching your videos and your sense of humor.

[@SightseeingSally]

Thanks so much, we appreciate your prayers!

[@RioAbajoBelen]

I have some good news for you. The last frontier in the lower 48 states will be here when you decide to arrive. This time, we would love to meet you and Marty in person and/or communicate before you arrive to give you some ideas on other adventures in New Mexico. Have a great holiday season and keep pushing forward. This is a blip in the big picture. You have many more years of adventures. Doug and Pam Belen, New Mexico U.S.A.

[@justnerdystuff]

DITTO! But in Las Cruces, where it is much nicer (Sorry Doug & Pam) We have Mesilla, lots of pecan trees, White Sands nearby, cool dinosaur bones, and the Organ Mountains where there is a really nice hiking trail. And I also have MVP, and lots of heart issues as well (getting old sucks)

[@Steve-ow4jt]

Hey Sally Truly sorry to hear about the news. But the good news is that the greatest physician of all time, Jesus Christ, is still into making house calls and won't even charge you a co-payment. I pray that he will touch and bless you and give your body the strength it needs to overcome this affliction. With God by your side, I know you will be an overcomer. I hope that you, Marty and the pups, though stuck at home, have a spectacular holiday season. Will be watching for the next video/post. Until then take care, stay safe, God bless and may the Son always shine upon you. Steve in Oklahoma

[@SightseeingSally]

Thank you Steve, this is so appreciated!

[@prietz1000]

Prayers that whatever is going on is fixable. We love your videos.... Have a great time with your daughter!

[@SightseeingSally]

Thank you so much 😊We appreciate your kind words and support!

[@duanelogan9633]

You can't keep good people down I know you two will be back at it before too long you always have to snap back is that dang gone cold weather holding you back lol thanks for the video you guys stay warm 🏆👍✌️

[@SightseeingSally]

That’s right Duane! Thanks for having our back, we appreciate you.

[@stephaniekohman6447]

YES! Do a live one of these evenings and let us know ahead of time when it’ll be! Please take care of yourselves and happy to hear your daughter is coming home for a visit ❤️

[@gordonmorrow]

Wow, does your story sound familiar. I had a heart attack three years ago, it was the scariest thing I have ever experienced. Sally, there is something about having heart problems that scares us to our very core. I am so glad you are dealing with your heart health and have a good cardiologist. It may be helpful to remember that medical technology has made enormous advances just like other technology in our lives. Have a little faith that there will be effective treatments for your condition; it’s good now and will be even better in the future. When I was recovering and feeling down, I tried to “fast forward” a few years and imagine how much more energy I would have riding my bicycle. And that is exactly what happened. You’re young and trim and fit. You’re gonna get through this and be ok. With love, Gordon

[@BigRiverJohn]

I recently found your channel and love your content. I suffered Heart failure in August 2022, it has been a hard long recovery. My life now is very different as compared to when my Heart was healty. Accepting my limitation I can now see that Every day is a gift and I am now traveling again. I head to Colorado next week and plan to go to Alaska summer 2024. Much Love to you and your family.

[@kayleen9110]

My husband has heart issues. We are in Wisconsin also. With our cold weather the doctors told us when it gets under 30 degrees to wear a mask outside. Cold is hard on the heart and lungs. We Enjoy your videos and so hope all goes well. Hugs❤

[@SightseeingSally]

Thank you! Yes, I ought to get a mask or wear a scarf over my face if I want to keep filming outside while we’re still here. The doc told us yesterday that he prefer we be walking indoors when it’s cold. Today at least it was 45 degrees.

[@kayleen9110]

​@SightseeingSally yes so far our weather has been so mild for Dec. Hope it keeps up.😊

[@SightseeingSally]

@@kayleen9110 One can only hope, right? 😉😁

[@rachelcody3355]

My daughter was born with a heart issue and a genetic disorder. A leaky valve can require surgery. Medical bills can really stress you out too. Praying they get a handle on the heart issue and have you back on the road soon. Bless you and Marty both and the two dogs.

[@AmericanExplorer]

Hey Sally! From one heart patient to another, I know what you're talking about on some of these things, especially the appointments! I have a-fib and have had for twenty-five years. It seems they're quick to tell you that (fill in the blank) can be fatal, so something needs to be done, but then the quickest they can get you in as Stardate 4357.1. 😆They definitely don't get in a hurry. My prayers are with you and Marty! I'm very glad to hear your daughter is coming in for Christmas! Family get-togethers regardless of the occasion or no occasion at all are always precious times. I know you will all have a wonderful and memorable time!

[@SightseeingSally]

Thank you! As you can imagine the whole bit WTH trying to get the tests scheduled in a timely manner has been frustrating. Fortunately I’ve got something to look forward to- my daughter coming home for Christmas.

[@stucook8622]

I hope it all works out and you feel better as soon as possible 🐾🌻

[@SightseeingSally]

Thank you, we appreciate you!

[@SteveTheFordGuy985]

Hello Sally & Marty, we are keeping you both in our daily prayers. Merry Christmas to your whole family. Sally, take care of yourself, we wish you to be well very soon.🥰

[@SightseeingSally]

Thanks so much! And Merry Christmas to you and yours, too.

[@jonathonhansen6005]

Hope Marty and you receive supernatural healing and excellent health. I enjoy your videos. Keep on keeping on.

[@user-dd4du8xg9v]

I was up last night because of my heart issues and sounds like we have the same thing. Your Video came in at the most perfect time for me and it gave me hope. (Bad night) Want you to know you're not alone both you and Marty. Love your channel and watch all the time. Most important thing is you and take care of yourself. We all need you and Marty down the road! That being said slow down because we can wait for your super videos! Have a wonderful Merry Christmas!!!! Thinking and praying for us all.... HUGS!

[@wmryan9646]

I went through the same issue a few years back.. it was pretty dark but I got through., always keep a positive outlook.. keep busy .. you’ll get through it. We’re praying for you 🙏❤️

[@RoadTripsWithYogi1968]

Hang in there Sally. I will keep you in my prayers.

[@davidharrell8890]

I’m sending Prayers Your way Sally, Stay Strong. 💯🙏😇😊😃❤️🥰

[@charliebryson1285]

Prayers for you Sally, the lord will see you thru, just believe.

[@darrellashby3906]

Thank you Sally for sharing some of your ordeal with us. Enjoy your time with your daughter over this holiday time. Take care.🤗❤️

[@SightseeingSally]

Thank you, I will 😊

[@jr9486]

I stopped and I’m praying a Holy covering over you right now, Holy Spirit give wisdom to the doctors and healing to Sally In Jesus Name! Amen

[@SightseeingSally]

Thank you for your prayer!

[@DeeMoback]

I had heart attack in July ....got out of hospital..... they tell me be happy ....live while you can...... you making same changes I have..... hugs from me and wife

[@timbit72]

Sally ive been watching your adventures since when Marty wasnt even in them, except for an occasional smart remark behind the camera lol What a cool duo you made together once he was part of the vibe...It was back in the Camo Dave days i stumbled across your channel and im sure hed be quite impressed how far youve come and how you two are keeping us entertained...Take all the time you need to return well, healthy & happy...I wish you both the best, merry christmas & cheers from canada 🤘

[@johnglowacki5515]

Take care of yourself! AND MARTY! We're thinking of you and your family. Thanks for making your puppies lucky pups. Merry Christmas.

[@byTjo]

I hope you made your quota Sally I joined just to get you to the top. While you were telling your story I was really feeling it and all of a sudden my own heart defect, SVT.....started up, lasted for over an hour too! I coyldnt believe it as it hasnt reared its ugly head in years. Must be sympathy pains for SSS ...and Marty. Minnesota born and bread, residing in Rhode Island for over 25 years now. Always been home sick and you guys ease my pain. All the very best to you and ...Marty. 😊

[@SightseeingSally]

Yes we did! Thank you so much!!! I hope your heart ❤️ is feeling better now.

[@YamIa3gypsy]

Oh Sally, take care. I love your videos. I will be praying for a whole healing and recovery for you. 🌸🙏V

[@ahmedhumayunrasheed2434]

Looking beautiful Sally

[@kimmathis694]

Sally I’m sorry to hear about your health issues, it’s no fun getting older! I will be praying for you and Marty and of course the doggos too! They’re so cute! Take care and merry Christmas if we don’t see you before❤

[@augustharter981]

Yes the symptoms you had experienced indicate some heart issues. Definitely can relate to what you are going through considering mine and my family history of heart issues. Wow the tests you had remind me of the tests I had. Stress test is very important. Had one earlier this year. Walking is good! When we mention walk our Shih Tzu and Chihuahua mix get excited. Continued prayers for you and Marty!!

[@SightseeingSally]

Thanks August, sounds like you’ve got some experience with what we’re going through! Glad to know everything is under control & you’re doing well now.

[@Bobbio0090]

I'm so sorry to hear about this latest setback and wish you the best in your recovery. You and Marty are always such a pleasure to travel with and your fans will support you any way that we can. Take care of yourself first and please keep us apprised of your latest journey, much love and prayers to the both of you and I hope your holiday season is the best ever. Much love

[@SightseeingSally]

Thank you so much! We appreciate your kind thoughts and prayers ❤️

[@cherylpearson1963]

Prayers for you Salky and Marty, much love to you.🙏🥰

[@benwille6680]

Praying for your health. God Bless You and Marty. 🙏

[@frankmadrid7233]

Take care and love to you and love your family. My prayers go out to you.

[@Badgerpapa]

Sally and Marty I hope you guys have a great Christmas with Miss Science and the 4 legged kids. Try not to get down Sally I could tell you what my last few years have been like and kept me from going to the warmer places, but think of the good things and your family and friends. It can sometimes seem hard and it gets worse but it ALWAYS gets better. I just passed a chemical stress test at the hospital if you need any tips let me know. ( I didn't even study) Hope you guys stay safe and as healthy as you can.

[@conniewach7872]

Sending prayers everything goes well.

[@powell2chas2]

Best of luck to you. You've got this. No worries

[@SightseeingSally]

Thank you!

[@maryfeiten884]

I’m sorry yo hear this. Prayers for quick healing, peace and comfort. 🩷🙏🏻

[@daviddaughenbaugh1080]

I am praying for you . Everything is going to be grrrrrrrrrrrrrrrreat!

[@johnhawks5035]

Time to do whatever makes you happy. To whatever extent you can. It's also time for your friends to step up and help out with that. To whatever extent they can. Best of luck.

[@nancyhaynes4459]

You are hilarious. Enjoyed your sense of humor but so sorry to hear about your health issues.

[@Champwsox05]

I love your videos, Sally. God Bless You and hope everything works out well for you!

[@gasm1100]

I’ll be praying for your recovery. I love your content!❤

[@PolkRidgeAesthete]

I hope and pray you are over this very soon, Sally! Best wishes to you always!

[@1954shadow]

Same thing happened to me as with you and the lower part of your heart, being out of sync. Well, doc said, “you gotta get a pacemaker.” Yikes! Long story short, I had one installed and whooowee, it is like I had a supercharger installed, all the symptoms went away. The procedure is done in one day, no overnight stay, easy peasy. Hope everything turns out, AOK.

[@SightseeingSally]

Thank you! I’m all for easy peasy 😝

[@51Lorie]

I'm praying for you, Sally!

[@ritagreen6499]

Hello Sight Seeing Sally, thank you for sharing your journey. As a Registered Nurse, for 40+years working in CCU, & ICU everyone especially women have different type of symptoms while experiencing a cardiac or heart attack event. One of my male patients who had a massive heart attack, had only 2 symptoms, he experienced Left jaw pain which he thought was caused by his new dentures, & Left elbow pain, which he dismissed as his bursitis acting up. So not everyone has the crushing mid chest pain in there sternum. Women tend to have more subtle symptoms of having cardiac issues or a heart attack. So if you don’t feel like your self & are experiencing a sudden increase or difficultly in your breathing which is new, or have an increase in your heart rate at rest, which might feel like your heart is pounding out of your chest, please take your Blood Pressure & call your Doctor and/or go to the nearest ER or Express clinic. Woman in general, are usually less likely to have heart issues until after they go through menopause. Post menopause is when women have a greater risk of developing heart disease issues & dying because of a heart attack etc.

[@slainteron4027]

I was born with that condition. I just had my bi-cuspid valve replaced in June. It is actually more routine than you think. I won't lie, you do feel like you have been hit by truck after for about 2 months. But the body adapts and I feel more energetic than I have since in my 20s

[@loriwhinery3210]

Praying for you. Have a wonderful Christmas with your daughter! You are loved❤️💙💜💖🎄

[@onrycodger]

I'm truly sorry to hear the news. And I'll most definitely be praying for you and Marty. God is in control and miracles happen.

[@SightseeingSally]

Thank you 🙏🏻

[@AuntieMe123]

I have Afib. The medicine to stop the Afib caused hy heart rate to drop too low. This caused me to need a pacemaker. So I can empathize about all the testing. My heart is doing better but still throws in extra beats. I hope your doctors can get you regulated so you’ll feel better. Btw my watch was what clued me in that I had Afib.

[@frg607]

God bless Sally.

[@SightseeingSally]

Thank you!

[@patriciaguenzler9150]

Praying for you and your family 🙏👍

[@96HC12]

Prayers for both of you.

[@kennethkilpatrick3758]

My 84 yr old father had serious heart issues last year and ended up with a pacemaker. He's definitely still slowing down with age but the pacemaker probably added years to his life. I'm a retired FedEx courier, retired early at 55. At 59 I noticed with a temp job UPS Christmas helper, that I wasn't able to hustle like I used to. Just walking up to a door and back felt like I was walking in water. The following March had a serious heart attack and a double bypass. Things are better now, modern medicine can work wonders, but for many of us it's part of the last quarter of life. Had a stent put in January of 2011, a heart attack in 2022, and most likely will face this again in my 70's. If not for modern medicine I would've been gone years ago. So hang in there, keep doing what you're doing, you've got many years in front of you!

[@dozer9003]

Sending good vibes your way... Take care Sally.

[@maxinehuebner7322]

Merry Christmas 🎄 to both you and Marty. And your pups too.

[@SightseeingSally]

Merry Christmas 🎄 to you too!

[@juliogonzales5441]

Happy holidays..Sally and Marty 😊😊

[@SightseeingSally]

Happy holidays to you, too!

[@tplugnickel]

We'll be praying for ya I have heart disease, and a blood cancer, but I;m still goin' You'll keep keeping on.Too!

[@SightseeingSally]

I’m keeping my chin up thanks to all of you. So thank you, I appreciate you for this!

[@debrosman]

Wishing you the very best I enjoy your channel ❤ stay focused on health and I look forward to your livestream 🎉

[@reidzibell8545]

Sending thoughts and prayers for you ❤ I hope they can help you out with your health and heart. It changes lots of things in your life but you get to live longer!!

[@greenspiraldragon]

Well its good they found it now so they can deal with it. Well wishes from Illinois hope your with us for many more years.

[@jackthegiantkiller388]

I hope you will be ok because you and Marty I like to watch in video I love your channel thankyou !!!!!

[@griswald7156]

We had a couple of drinks and a shared sandwich recently…in Starbucks ,the bill came to £15….it was nice….but £15 !!! Trouble is the ambience was nice it was a nice drink and sandwich,pleasant staff…

[@bluewillow2217]

Thanks!

[@SightseeingSally]

Actually…thank you!!!

[@jamesrockford6700]

My family and I pray for well wishes for you. You have made so many of us smile, laugh and be happy..... Let's hope you get great blessings for all the happiness you have spread to so many!

[@SightseeingSally]

Thank you so much! Both Marty and I appreciate it.

[@dlschgo]

Prayers for a complete recovery.

[@timothyhart7587]

Prayers for you and Marty!

[@Cojiii1959]

Hi Sally, prayers for a good result here. Merry Christmas from our family to yours.

[@joewenzel5142]

What a great doctor told you your daughter was coming home for Christmas or should I keep watching.

[@SightseeingSally]

Probably should keep watching 😉

[@annascepurek2110]

Wishing you the best. Survived cancer and lyme. It's hard adjusting to health events. Hugs

[@SightseeingSally]

Thanks Anna, appreciate the hugs and well wishes!

[@nterracall]

Love your channel. Hope you will be ok. Take care of yourself ❤❤❤

[@oneminuteaftermidnight]

I'm hoping you're alright. You bring me much joy watching your travels.

[@heidinielsen5726]

Wishing you and Marty and family health and happiness , thank you for sharing .

[@olivei2484]

Live broadcast sounds great. Thanks for the update, I think this video could mean a lot to some people.

[@joycehussung446]

Good luck with all your tests and have a very happy time with your family. Merry Christmas

[@frankmadrid7233]

Take care and love to you and your family. My prayers to you.

[@chetmack9640]

Prayers are with you,,. What's the fishing net for? Is Marty starting a Elf collection?😂

[@perrycourtis919]

I wish you all the vest health Sally perry fromthailand😊😊

[@SightseeingSally]

Thanks Perry, appreciate it very much!

[@bryantint1339]

Stay safe. Get well. Mum passed away March 21, 2024.

[@pamdekeyser6168]

I have had a stress test ,nuclear MRI of my heart and tomorrow I have esophageal Echo cardiagram. They found a 3.5x2.6 x4.4 centimeter mass behind my heart. Called a lipoma. I'm scared all my testing has been done in the past 4 months. Blessings to you I know what you going through. ❤ 🙏

[@SightseeingSally]

I hear you. That is scary. I’ll be thinking of you and praying you’re going to be ok.

[@frontlinemedia4270]

I always believe exercising fixes everything. I hope things get better for you

[@robertcolpitts4534]

I can relate to what you are experiencing. I thought I was having a heart attack 2 summers ago. After an ambulance ride to the hospital, the doctors determined it was an asthma attack but they kept asking why my heart rate was so slow (mid-low 50s). A visit to the cardiologist revealed bradycardia. I passed the stress test with flying colors. It helps to go up and down stairs multiple times each day. I wear a smart watch that tracks my heart rate and the cardiologist has access to those recordings. I found out this condition runs in my family so all I can do is trust God, cowboy up and deal with it. Keep your chin up. The cardiologists have some pretty amazing tools these days. They will find an answer! Take care and God Bless Y'all! Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!

[@moviefreak30728]

Praying for you.

[@CleoHarperReturns]

Oh....crap. You've gone and inspired me again. Here comes the club. I've been having (IMO) minor concerns with my heart that I've been putting off. Instead, I put all my focus onto my beagle Cooper, who had a wholly unexpected and staggeringly short battle with lymphoma, and lost. Instead of our daily walks I've been stuffing my face with Hershey bars and marshmallows for a couple months now while ignoring everything else. Cooper was the Dog Of My Life; his passing just completely derailed my train. However the parallels will not be ignored. Thanks to you Sally, I'll be (re)scheduling in the morning. Since I won't be joining the were-beagle any time soon I should get on with the business of living for the rest of my family. Thanks for the healthy dose of perspective, my dear. As with any KZbinr, what you show us is just the tip of the iceberg. From this side of the camera, one can see there is so much love for you in your own household. There's more out here for you in the digital world. And I can only imagine how much love surrounds you in your daily living. Please do take good care of yourself, Sally, and live long.💜

[@SightseeingSally]

Thanks Violet! Yes, please get checked out. Your family needs you. Also please accept my sincere condolences for Cooper. I can tell he was very loved.

[@CleoHarperReturns]

@@SightseeingSally 💜

[@benwille6680]

Yes! Please do a live stream.

[@doingitwithnothing]

We your family too ❤

[@northernbackwoodsman263]

Wishing you the best. Hope everything works out for you. :)

[@MichaelMondschean-xp7tn]

Thanks! i would give more but it wouldn't change.

[@SightseeingSally]

Thank you kindly 😊

[@williamhickstein685]

I hope both of you two feel better soon.

[@SightseeingSally]

Thanks Bill!

[@rayclay2]

when you were tying your shoes i thought of the rocky film. and song. 💪🚶‍♂🚶‍♀

[@SightseeingSally]

A classic film and song!!

[@rayclay2]

🙏💪@@SightseeingSally

[@rayclay2]

@@SightseeingSally i was waiting for the song to start ~!! lol

[@SightseeingSally]

@@rayclay2 that would've been great lol! Btw, it is now currently stuck in my head.

[@rayclay2]

@@SightseeingSally omg me too i'm gonna watch again~! wish you could dubb it in there~!! you always have great camera idea's . time stopped when i didnt hear it. so i was mind whistling it i think ~!

[@gregboyden564]

Hope and pray you get better soon!

[@SightseeingSally]

Thank you!

[@gregboyden564]

I am 74, and I survived a brain tumor 14 years ago. this is a good time to be alive with all the new medical technology coming out everyday!

[@davidcarlisle6244]

Enjoy your holiday with your daughter and if you need to spend time on the couch in your pajamas and robe napping with the dogs we won't worry if videos are a little irregular. TAKE CARE OF YOURSELF FIRST. WE will be here.

[@SightseeingSally]

Thank you!! I love this idea - naps, dogs, time with my daughter = bliss!

[@joewenzel5142]

See shaming does work. Got you in at the end of December. Good job!

[@SightseeingSally]

lol you’re too funny

[@edcew8236]

Not as serious as your situation, but I've had five level spinal fusion surgery. It wasn't life-threatening, but it took a huge chunk out of my lifestyle. Still, I'm grateful that the technology exists and that I had access to it when. I absolutely needed it. As the saying goes, "Trust God. As if you had a choice."

[@stevenikitas8170]

Sally, don't get too panicked. These doctors don't always get it right and often they scare people much more than is necessary in order to sell them an expensive surgery or treatment. Try regular exercise. I have atrial fibrillation. I felt really lousy back in 2018. They ran all sorts of tests on me, and got me all panicked. Since then I have never gone back to the doctor, I have stopped taking the drug that they recommended, and I have simply exercised every day. I feel great. I am working a tough, physical seasonal indoor/outdoor job at a garden center, and when I work hard, I feel no symptoms whatsoever. People have suffered with heart maladies for thousands of years. They are not necessarily as bad as the "experts" say.

[@justnerdystuff]

I have to do that with shoes that have shoelaces too - double bow knot. My shoelaces ALWAYS came untied, ALWAYS. And I just gave up and just walked around with untied shoelaces. I never tripped on them but would make so many other people nervous. It wasn't until I was in my 40s that someone showed me that trick. But velcro had come out by then and now most of my shoes are velcro. In fact, I don't think I have any shoes that need lace tying now, having to have my head bowed down to tie just one shoe knot makes me dizzy now.

[@SightseeingSally]

I don’t think I could do that. I’ve almost twisted an ankle just walking lol

[@justnerdystuff]

@@SightseeingSally I HAVE twisted my ankle just walking. Sometimes my ankle just gives out on me. I don't know why, it just does. That's why I'm supposed to walk with a cane now. And I'm not even 65 yet (just 3 more weeks) (The positive side though, is my insurance bought me these sturdy orthopedic shoes to keep me from doing that and they actually have choices now, and I got the pretty ones)

[@pigoff123]

I am glad when I don't hear from my daughter. She only calls when she wants money.

[@ktloz2246]

My friend had heart deasese, although it ran in his family. Is it in ur family history? 17 yrs ago i had a baseball size tumor removed from my head and i thought it was the end of my world but it wasn't, i'm still here. :) Good luck with ur Heart,