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Posted 4/16/2009 10:53 AM (GMT -5)
Received another zero on the 9th of April which is good.

Severe chest, stomach and back pain sent me to the ER in Austin, TX on the 23rd.  I was in Austin to see my grand son inducted into the National Honor Society but missed it. After a chemical stress test to rule out Heart trouble I spent 12 days in Austin hospital having a gangrenous gall bladder removed and a ERCP 2 days later to open the bile duct. This affected both my Kidney and Liver functions. I only have one kidney so that was a big concern that kept me in the hospital. Kidney and Liver functions are back at baseline levels but have no energy or strength.

I am in Austin as my daughter had her second spine operation this week and Debbie is in Houston for the birth of grand baby 13, a Boy born April 14th. 20 inches and 7 lbs 5 ounces.

Life is good and continues to go forward. Much to be thankful for. We will overcome.

Thinking and praying for you all

Richard

Posted 4/16/2009 11:46 AM (GMT -5)
Kind of bitter with the sweet life on your plante lately eh, Rich? Here's to hoping you and your daughter both stay strong and get well quickly......And, contrats to the star student and newest star in the family sky!

Swim
Posted 4/16/2009 2:53 PM (GMT -5)
Richard, you certainly have been through a lot, I feel for you. Wishing only your best for both you and your daughter.

David in SC
Posted 4/16/2009 8:04 PM (GMT -5)
Sometimes the blows just keep coming but it is great to see you overcome them. I wish your daughter a speedy recovery from her op and many congratulations for the latest zero and the new grandson. Life's pluses often seem to cancel out the minuses we encounter on our journey.
Bill
Posted 4/16/2009 8:08 PM (GMT -5)
Thanks for posting Richard it is nice to hear from you. I know at times life can be a challenge however my friend you are up to the fight. Know I love you and pray for you often.
Peace and much love
dale
Posted 4/17/2009 9:03 PM (GMT -5)
Greetings, Richard.  This has certainly been a trying time - glad to see you are weathering the storm.  We will pray for you and for your complete recovery as well as for your daughter and family.  Congratulations on the new grandchild.  We have our 15 month old here for the weekend for the first time without his parents - fun, fun, fun!  David

Posted 4/17/2009 10:45 PM (GMT -5)
Hi Richard,
I was getting the updates from Deb. It's good to see you back up and about. I was leaving town on the 14th so I did not get the good news on the baby. At least some good there, buddy. God bless you. I love you and miss you both. Give Deb a big hug. She was supposed to give you one, so if she didn't I'll chase here down and force her to...lol.

Your loving friend,

Tony
Posted 4/18/2009 2:49 AM (GMT -5)
Richard, We send you best wishes for your recovery and hope you are feeling better soon. What a massive experience for you - no wonder your energy is low. Good news on the PSA however, and sincere congrat's on the new grandbaby - a healthy size for sure! Hope mum, dad and all grandparents are doing well too. Rest up and heal well. Tomorrow is Sunday, so we will light a candle for you. Heal well and best wishes,
Lana & CJ
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