patty diamond posted a note for David that says: 6 days and counting ...for my surgery .I am excited to follow behind you with your positive attitude...Thanks for sharing Your journals are wonderful.I know now what to expect....Pat

Mary posted a note for David that says: David----So glad to hear your doing well. Haven't had a chance to visit with your Dad & Mom since they've been back to Napa from Arizona. We were on vacation when they got back to Napa. Ron & I were both sick and didn't want to get near them since we've been back. Plan on getting together with them soon to celebrate your recovery. Please don't be in a hurry and try to rush your recovery. Enjoy your recovery time with your wife and daughters. So many people have had you in their thoughts and prayers---your loved by so many. Your Dad told me about the guy in Northern Calif. ( I believe it was) That drove all the way down to see you. Your a very lucky & loved guy. Please continue to get better & better. Love & hugs Ron & Mary

Nicole posted a note for David that says: It is such a blessing the new valve is working for you and you are on your way to a healthy recovery. It is sooo great to be able to follow your story even though we are on the east coast!!! Please keep the updates coming!!! My mum and I wish you all the best in your new life adventures with this new valve!!!!! Sending lots of love, ((hugs)), and positive thoughts your way xo

Love
Lori Lacerda and daughter Nicole

Mother & Dad posted a note for David that says: David,just reading your amazing feelings of connecting with your new mechanical valve,and new found well being,I was overcome with emotions .I released all the tensions of fear and anxiety , I've been hiding inside. Knowing you are on the road to a long life, feeling great, is all I've ever desired for you.almost 38years of dread has been washed away.God has allowed us a miracle,and we will always give him homage…your loving parents

DL Huus posted a note for David that says: Dave, Happy to hear you are on doing so well. Is that new valve from a pig by chance. That is what my father in law received a couple of years ago. See you soon

AUNT DOTTY posted a note for David that says: AM ETERNALLY GRATEFUL YOU FEEL THAT NEW VALVE WORKING....AND TO GOD AND ALL THOSE THAT HAVE BEEN KEEPING YOU IN THEIR PRAYERS...CAN'T WAIT TO SEE YOU AT HOME......ASHES MISSES DADDY TOO~
LOVE YOU DEARLY MY NEPHEW..
AUNT DOTTY

Jeff posted a note for David that says: It was good to see you feeling so good the day after surgery. Enjoy the views and tell the girls hi from us. Don't forget to enjoy the time away from work!,,
God bless

Love Jeff & Kim

Carrie posted a note for David that says: Dear Dave,
You'll be out in no time and speed walking at home. Glad to hear you are doing so well.

Ed Hofeditz posted a note for David that says: Hey Dave, It is great hearing how well everything is going BUT don't make it sound that good or they will expect you back to work the day you get out of the hospital.

Trish Seyler posted a note for David that says: Thank you for sharing your story. Your positive attitude is infectious and reminds us all what is important in life!
My thoughts and prayers are with you, Sandy and the girls.

Sandy Scott posted a note for David that says: We are glad to hear how well things went. Keep up the good progress!

Margie Augustus posted a note for David that says: Hello Cousin David!
So glad everything went well for you, and you are on your road to recovery.
Keep up those positive thoughts, do what the drs. order, and be patient with yourself, Thinking of you, and wishing you a speedy recovery! God Bless! Hugs and love to all the family!
Your Rhode Island Cousins

Jerry Niess posted a note for David that says: Great news! You da man!

Laurie Weiland posted a note for David that says: So awesome to hear that you are out of ICU and you are progressing so quickly! Hugs Dave! So very proud of you... but you know that!

Pat Cefalu posted a note for David that says: Dave,
So glad your surgery was successful and is over. May your road to recovery be a smooth one. I have worked with Sandy for 25 ( yikes) years..... You have an excellent nurse assisting you. Sending positive healing thoughts. Pat

Deb Bialecki posted a note for David that says: Hi David,
Glad to hear your surgery went well and you are getting disconnected from the various tubes.

Wishing you continued good luck with your recovery.

Carrie Holverson posted a note for David that says: Dear Dave,
Nice to hear you are doing well and weren't to tramatized by the clippers. Dr. Castro was my surgeon too. He an Dr. Harmon were wonderful as was the entire staff at the hospital. Who is your cardiologist? Take care, you'll be up and about in short order.
Cheers, Carrie Holverson in Eureka
P.S. Say hi to Dr. Castro and Harmon for me.

pat diamond posted a note for David that says: hey david my surgery scheduled for may 30 th..I like you will race walk the halls.I am ready .My surgeon gave a mild prescription for anxiety and its working ....Will keep in touch congrats and good luck dont over do it...my surgery is a replave mitral fix aorta and do 1 bypass.good job Pat

Ruthe posted a note for David that says: Here's to a speedy recovery!!!!

Roy Toupin posted a note for David that says: Congratulations Captain, it is good to know that all went well. Just one word of caution, don't push to hard. Being an old wise person, I always push too hard and it can cause setbacks. Just go easy at first then slow increases. There is no rush to charge up the hill! Best wishes in your recovery.

KD posted a note for David that says: Glad to see that the surgery went well. Be thinking and praying for you and quick recovery. Take care.

Matt Zwinge posted a note for David that says: Be well my friend...You are in my thoughts and prayers for a speedy recovery...the draft is 3 months away!!

Mary posted a note for David that says: 9:40 pm----Just talked to your Dad David---said you looked good and were doing OK. But of course you still haven't come out of your deep sleep yet. But sure when you do if needed they will help you out. So glad everything went OK for you and you'll be home soon.

Kelly O'Haire posted a note for David that says: Dave ~

So sorry that you are going through this. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Wishing you a speedy recovery.

Kelly O'Haire

Tamara and Joel Wilson posted a note for David that says: David,
I doubt you remember us but we went to Fresno State University and Sandy and I were in the nursing program together. Joel and I are praying for a full recovery and know that you have the best nurse right there with you.

The Vallerga family posted a note for David that says: David, so glad to hear all went well. We knew you were in good hands with Sandy helping you in your medical journey. Here is to you having an easy recovery. Let all of your beautiful girls take care of you. Who could ask for better nurses.
You have been in our prayers.
Love the Vallerga family.
Go A's!!

Tony Giovannoni posted a note for David that says: Happy to hear all went well. We're all wishing you a speedy recovery and can't wait to have you back out at the track with us!

Glenn Likong posted a note for David that says: tutu Dorie and I knew you could do this. And here's to a speedy recovery my man!

So we look forward to seeing you next time in Hawaii. Tropical drinks on me!

Much aloha braddah as always IHSV!
"Love ya man!"

Mary posted a note for David that says: David & Family-----So Happy to hear everything went well for you. I know you'll be well taken care of when you get back home. I know your daughters will take very good care of you as well as your own personal nurse. Lets not forget Mom------ I know she will be helping out. Dad and Brother also. I know Aunt Dot would be Happy to help out---Won't you Dot. Here's hoping you'll have a speedy recovery. Again so glad to hear the surgery went well.

Erich Dark posted a note for David that says: So happy that everything went well for you! Get well soon and we'll see you at the EOF!

aunt dotty posted a note for David that says: smooth as silk.....hilariously funny~!
Prayers answered hearing he is out of operating room...thank you God and Dr.
there in spirit david.......love you dearly
and can't wait to get a "david hug" ....

Larry Filipiak posted a note for David that says: Dave, Fantastic news that your surgery went well. Hope your recovery goes quick and your back on your feet hiking again. Lorrie and I wish you and your family well. You will stay in our thoughts.

Nick Petrucela posted a note for David that says: Looks like some of the boys beat me to the web site. Got word about 1:30 pm that Dave was out of surgery, headed for ICU. Surgeon reported everything went great.

Time for recovery, then showing off his scars!!!

Tom McCloskey posted a note for David that says: Awesome news! Glad all went well and your track lap time should be faster after your new haircut.

Jerry Niess posted a note for David that says: Super Dave, Whew! Great news! I am very glad to hear all went well. I am thinking of you! I will see you soon during your recovery. Take care brother!

Eva Denegri Baker posted a note for David that says: Dave, we just heard from Doug that your surgery went really well...hoorah! Been waiting and praying all morning. Can't wait for more good news. Hang in there, brother! Eva and Bruce

Rudy Yamanoha posted a note for David that says: Hey Brother!
I'm glad the surgery went well...Our thoughts and prayers are with you for a quick recovery. Please let me know if you need anything while you are resting up, Coors Lite???? Talk to you soon...Rudy

Doug Endy posted a note for David that says: Just got word that you are out of surgery and it went GREAT. Great to hear. Out thoughts and prayers will continue. Hurry back!

Mary posted a note for David that says: David---I forgot to tell your wife, daughters, Dad, Mom, brother Aunt Dot and the rest of your family our thoughts and prayers are with them also. I can imagine what all of them are going through at this time. So Hang in there all of you. I pray everything is going well. So glad David did this site for us. You don't need hundreds of phone calls when you come home dragging from all the worrying and sleepless nights. Thanks for keeping us posted. Love & Hugs to you all.

Ruthe Wynne Taliaferro posted a note for David that says: Kevin and I are thinking of you and the family.

Gunderson, Ron, Sylvia posted a note for David that says: 5/20/14 Standing with you and declaring that you will successfully live out God's perfect plan for your life. Sending much love to you, Sandy, the girls and extended family. Ron and Sylvia Gunderson

Mary Mattioda posted a note for David that says: David---You've been in our Hearts & Prayers the last few weeks. Today is your Big day and we are praying everything goes well for you and you will recover fast and be back to work before long. Love the pictures of the girls their Beautiful. Loved the shirt your friend made for you. Please wear it with pride. Can't wait to see you over at your Dad & Mom's.

Love & Hugs --- Ron & Mary

krissy (mattioda) premo posted a note for David that says: Hey David:

Thinking of all of you and praying for you. Good thing you're in great shape, you will recover fast, i'm sure.

Laura Land posted a note for David that says: Sending happy thoughts your way for a speedy recovery! :)

Chaplain Sandy posted a note for David that says: Dave,

Prayers have been coming to you for many early hours now across the Pacific from Kauai. God's healing power is not limited by space nor time - so I know that all is well. He is on duty and your wonderful positive attitude will make it go for a speedy recovery.

Love and blessings,
Chaplain Sandy Walker

Julia Hsu posted a note for David that says: David,

Good luck on your surgery today. I had mine (Ross) las Thur. The 1st couple of days were rough. I finally got a shower, a good night sleep, and am going home today. It will happen to you soon.

Sandy Scott posted a note for David that says: We will be thinking about you and sending positive thoughts your way.

Laurie Weiland... and Mac too! posted a note for David that says: Dave,

You have been in my thoughts all day today, knowing you are enjoying the day with family and friends.

More happy thoughts and prayers coming your way through your surgery tomorrow and during recovery! Get better soon cause... "why wouldn't you!"

Erin Garibaldi posted a note for David that says: Dave,
I will be sending good vibes and prayers your way tomorrow and throughout your recovery. You got this!! Will be looking forward to hear your updates and progress.

Tammy Gullett posted a note for David that says: Dave,
You've always been here for the family. You are such a good role model, after all your nephew followed your footsteps in the fraternity and in law enforcement . My kids all have benefited from you .
It's our turn to pay back .
We are ready and always available to fill the gap till you are in fighting form again.
Praying for you, Scott and Tammy