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Title: update on surgery and BOM contest
Post by: Josh on November 25, 2010, 01:38:21 pm
hey friends,
 my open heart surgery is scheduled for monday the 29th.  i am going to post Bow of the month contest a little early this month so i can get it going before i am in the hospital. I will be in the hospital for 5 or 6 days an when i get out i will be able to close it  out and announce the winners.  i hope every one is okay with this as this is the only way i can figure on getting it done this month.  i am going to get my wife to log in under my name and update you guys on how my surgery went monday afternoon. hope everyone has an awesome thanksgiving take care.  :)  ~josh
Title: Re: update on surgery and BOM contest
Post by: JW_Halverson on November 25, 2010, 01:51:51 pm
We all will keep you in our thoughts and prayers, buddy.  I'm glad your bride is going to keep us posted, thanks. 
Title: Re: update on surgery and BOM contest
Post by: Pat B on November 25, 2010, 02:41:03 pm
Don't worry about us Josh.  Most of us have learned patience over the years of wood bow building.  ;D I think we will let you by this time but don't make a habit of it!  ;D
  You guys take care and remember you are all in our thoughts. We will be looking forward to the good news from your wife after your surgery.
Title: Re: update on surgery and BOM contest
Post by: Keenan on November 25, 2010, 02:46:13 pm
We will keep you in the prayers Josh. Don't worry about the board, just take care of yourself.  I had open heart and an Ascending Aortic aneurysm repair about 4 years ago.  I also have a Bicusbid aortic valve, but so far mine is stable with no stenosis.  So I know what your going through. Lulyn is an ultra sound tech and dose heart echos as well and has been through watching me go through everything, so if she has questions or just need some reasurance fee free to have her call Lulyn.   Let us know if we can help at all Josh. Please have your wife keep us posted on your recovery.  Keenan
Title: Re: update on surgery and BOM contest
Post by: NTD on November 25, 2010, 03:02:20 pm
Yep, Don't worry about us take care of number one.  We'll be thinking of you and wishing a speedy recovery!
Title: Re: update on surgery and BOM contest
Post by: medicinewheel on November 25, 2010, 05:22:13 pm
Josh, I wish you all the best for your surgery, and man, I wish you good patience with yourself afterwards!!! (Believe me, I know what I'm talking about)
Frank
Title: Re: update on surgery and BOM contest
Post by: Sparrow on November 25, 2010, 11:04:27 pm
 Will be sending up a strong prayer for a good surgery and a super recovery.  '  Frank
Title: Re: update on surgery and BOM contest
Post by: Josh on November 28, 2010, 03:51:42 pm
Thanks everyone for the prayers and words of encouragement...  :)  It's getting closer to time and I must admit I am getting a little nervous about it but I know I have some of the best guys in the whole world praying for me right now so thank you all.  :)
Title: Re: update on surgery and BOM contest
Post by: Keenan on November 28, 2010, 07:59:49 pm
 Keeping you in the prayers bro, First week can be a little rough, and they will have you up walking the next day. By the end of the week you'll be doing laps on the floor and they'll cut you lose. ALWAYS keep that teddy bear close by for coughing or sneezes, It's a bummer when you don't have it. Also keep in mind it's normal to get emotional for weeks after open heart surgery.  Something about someone literally touching your heart. They warned me and it is definitely true.   Call if you or your wife need to.  Keenan
Title: Re: update on surgery and BOM contest
Post by: Josh on November 28, 2010, 08:14:22 pm
thank you Keenan.  :)
Title: Re: update on surgery and BOM contest
Post by: RG on November 28, 2010, 08:33:34 pm
We will be thinking about you Josh and ditto on the Teddy Bear  He will be your best friend for a few days

Ron
Title: Re: update on surgery and BOM contest
Post by: Josh on November 28, 2010, 08:47:59 pm
Thanks Ron  :)  Everyone tells me it feels like you are coming apart if you don't support your chest when you cough or sneeze.  Not looking forward to that at all.
Title: Re: update on surgery and BOM contest
Post by: El Destructo on November 28, 2010, 08:52:29 pm
To hell with the BOM for now...You go and get fixed up...and come back in as good as new shape...Take Care my Friend...and God be with you and your in the upcoming days...
Title: Re: update on surgery and BOM contest
Post by: Josh on November 28, 2010, 08:56:59 pm
Thank you, Mike.  And thanks for being my friend too.  :)
Title: Re: update on surgery and BOM contest
Post by: NTD on November 28, 2010, 09:04:23 pm
Gosh Josh, I can't imagine the anxiety you must be feeling, but it's got to be good to know you'll have so many people thinking about you.  Take it easy, rest well, and don't be worrying about BOM and let that new bride take care of you!  Best of luck my friend and God Bless You.
Title: Re: update on surgery and BOM contest
Post by: Josh on November 28, 2010, 09:09:08 pm
Thank you Nate.   :) Talk to ya in about a week my friend!  :)
Title: Re: update on surgery and BOM contest
Post by: Pappy on November 29, 2010, 09:42:09 am
Good luck buddy,hope all goes well as I am sure it will,thoughts and prayers for you. :) :)
   Pappy