Leo and Marikay posted a note for Richard that says: Richard, great news! Be careful of the cold weather....so glad that you are doing better....

Susan Smith, Jensen Beach, FL.... 38 degees???? posted a note for Richard that says: Richard, that's the kind of report we all like to read. You are on the right track . Glad you got to see the "game" and enjoy the outing. As you know I live in .......Florida. Almost afraid to say it, since everyone else is freezing, but even in Florida it is getting cold. Woke up this morning to 38 degrees. Brrrrrrr!

Richard keep up the great recovery and as you turn those corners ... life will be better and better. Take care and have a great day and a great year.

Paul Reiter posted a note for Richard that says: Great news Richard! Just stay smart and know you are supported in St Louis as well. Happy NewxYear!

barb posted a note for Richard that says: Hi Richard,
We have been in DC and just got back. Have not heard from you; so I assume that means you are feeling much better. Did you enjoy the Christmas lights on your return?
The Santa Family

Dawn Sotera posted a note for Richard that says: I hope you had safe travels home. Room #4 just isn't the same without you in it. But I am so glad you are home with your family. Thank you for always being an excellent patient, you are the reason I do what I do. Thank you for the validation. I know it was a rough couple weeks at the clinic but I hope a few of us helped ease you through your difficult time. I miss the unlimited supply of Hershey kisses, you rock! I tried to find you Facebook but was unsuccessful, friend me, Dawn Doberstyn Sotera. I'm so "stoked" for you to be back where you belong. I need the name and recipe of that grilled cheese sandwich thing, I want to make it for my girls! Take care my friend, keep in touch, you truly are a special human being! Happy new year's and God bless you and your family!! ;) Dawn your PCNA from J 61

Dan P posted a note for Richard that says: Great to hear your home. Keep warm. I hope recovery goes smoothly.

Paul Reiter posted a note for Richard that says: Safe travels and blessings in the New Year!

Marikay posted a note for Richard that says: Yahoo Richard..so happy for you...be safe and do what the docs order...happy happy new Year...

holly arnold posted a note for Richard that says: Great news! Hope your new year brings health and happiness!
Best
Holly:)

Auntie Cori posted a note for Richard that says: We are so happy for you! Safe travels xoxox

santa posted a note for Richard that says: Richard,
Congratulations on coming home!! That is the best news we could get.
I know your belated Christmas will be spectacular......
Santa and the elves

Jim Jones posted a note for Richard that says: Hey Richard:

Congratulations! Safe travels and stay warm. You certainly got your money's worth out of your CC stay this time. Now home to some great food!

Marcia posted a note for Richard that says: Glad your coming home speedy recovery.

Maureen McLaughlin posted a note for Richard that says: Rich, that is awesome news! Safe travels!

Susan Smith posted a note for Richard that says: Richard, glad to know you are going home and you will be able to continue your recovery in the sanctity of "home sweet home". Slow and steady is the motto, at least for a while. Have a great day.

Charlie McLaughlin posted a note for Richard that says: Great news - safe travels - looking forward to seeing you soon at Glacier!

Vivian Wilson posted a note for Richard that says: Yippeeee. Happy to read the good news. Safe trip.

Joanna posted a note for Richard that says: It's going to be a good 2014 for you and your family! Congrats!

Rosie posted a note for Richard that says: Patience my son, patience.
Sending you the extra patience from my day!
Prayers for your healing, sorry that is taking longer than expected.

Charlie McLaughlin posted a note for Richard that says: Glad to know the tuning is almost complete. Looking forward to seeing you soon!

Auntie Cori posted a note for Richard that says: Great to know you are almost at the end of this adventure. We will celebrate when we see you back in the 847. Sending you and Teresa all our love xoxoxo and to my beautiful niece, MERRY CHRISTMAS xoxo

Jim Jones posted a note for Richard that says: Merry Christmas, Richard. Enjoy the day with your new high performance tools. Glad your med crew will fine tune you before discharge. Here's to a Friday discharge!

Joanna posted a note for Richard that says: Merry Christmas! I wish you nothing but the best this Christmas and in the upcoming year. Sorry you didn't make it home for the holidays but thank god you are on the mend and can put this behind you and move forward!! All good things On the horizon for you with your new valve and fine tuned Ferrari heart.

Dan posted a note for Richard that says: Merry Christmas Richard,

Maybe your wife will get you a Ferrari for Christmas, since your being tuned like one!

I hope you are home on Friday.

Rebecca DeMornay posted a note for Richard that says: cool! Theresa always wanted a Ferrari right? Glad you are almost ready to get back to your family !
I am so happy for you Uncle Bootsie!

The Carriere's posted a note for Richard that says: Rich, we are sorry to hear you will not get home for the holidays but so grateful you are in such good hands. Our wins on the weekend were a tribute you and it was obvious that Jason was playing for his Dad, very touching. Our thoughts are with you and the family at this blessed time and you are not far from our thoughts. Stay well and can't wait to see you in the New Year!

Paul Reiter posted a note for Richard that says: Richard- if Advent is about waiting and Christmas is about darkness being overcome by light, then the brightness of your message about being fine tuned will be gift enough to all of us. So glad you are improving. Thoughts and prayers of gratitude that you are here to greet the New Year. Take good care!! Merry Christmas to you and Teresa

Ben, Kelly and Joe posted a note for Richard that says: MERRY CHRISTMAS! WE ARE THINKING OF YOU!!!!!! LOVE YA MAN!!!!

santa posted a note for Richard that says:

Richard, So glad you got the pacemaker and are feeling really well....now I can't wait till you send another post from HOME.
The Claus Family

Jim Jones posted a note for Richard that says: Hey Richard
Congratulations! You are now closer to home. Best of recovery now as the pacemaker does its job.

Charlie McLaughlin posted a note for Richard that says: Good news about your pacemaker today. Hope you can come home soon. Jason is looking great out on the ice and is scoring goals. We miss seeing you at Glacier - cannot wait to see you and laugh again!

Ernie A.S. posted a note for Richard that says: Get your butt home!!!!!

Jim Jones posted a note for Richard that says: Good luck this afternoon, Richard. Your comments about the CC food were LOL funny. Good stand up material. I certainly hope you get your pacemaker in and get home. Here's hoping.

Brett Sokol (woody's grandson) posted a note for Richard that says: Richard,
Miss you a lot. Can't wait to see you again, you are a funny and intelligent guy who I love. Best wishes for your recovery.

Nancy Briga posted a note for Richard that says: Ready for Monday Richard. I know everything will go well and goods news will follow. We want you back here! Glad Teresa is feeling better.

Jeannine and Jim posted a note for Richard that says: Good News Boots!

Susan Smith posted a note for Richard that says: Richard, Keeping you in prayer and glad that Monday is your day to get the pace maker and to get on with the recovery. Take care and keep us posted. Oh! by the way..... Merry Christmas.

Santa's Mrs. posted a note for Richard that says: What good news! Can't wait to hear that you are on your way home. A big Happy Birthday to Jason!! What better way to celebrate a birthday than Christmas together.
The Claus family continues to keep you in our prayers.

Cindy posted a note for Richard that says: That's great news...then on your way home soon! Tell Jason Happy Birthday just in case the game is cancelled. Theresa I hope you are feeling much better.

Thinking of you all!

The Felicicchia's

Joanna O'Brien posted a note for Richard that says: I'm happy that the waiting for your levels is over! How much recovery time between putting in the pacemaker and coming home? I hope not much, and you can put this behind you and spend sometime relaxing at home with your robot heart :)

Best wishes,
Joanna

Jim Jones posted a note for Richard that says: Hey Richard
So pleased Teresa is feeling better. I hope that you can use these few more days in the hospital to heal well. And I certainly hope your son scores a goal! Have a good one Richard and take care of yourself!

The Carriere's posted a note for Richard that says: Glad to hear Teresa is feeling better. Sorry about the delay with your implant but that blood has to be just right. We will miss you at the games this weekend but hopefully we pull off the wins in your honour.... Go Dogs! Heading to the Hawks game Monday .... Go Devils!

Charlie McLaughlin posted a note for Richard that says: Good to hear that you will be home for the holidays and Teresa is feeling better. Go Ice Dogs and Go Bears!

Jim Jones posted a note for Richard that says: Teresa- heal soon! Please take care of yourself. Richard, best of success tomorrow with your pacemaker. Heal well.

Auntie Cori posted a note for Richard that says: Sending my nephew and now my poor little niece get better wishes. Wish I was there to help out. One day at a time... LOVE YOU xoxoxoxo

Marikay and Leo Chiappetta posted a note for Richard that says: I hope Teresa gets well real quick....and good luck tomorrow....soon you will all be home and be a family again....Merry Christmas and a healthful New Year!

The Roncones posted a note for Richard that says: Prayers for tommorow!

barb posted a note for Richard that says: Good Morning Richard,
So sorry to hear about Teresa having flu, but glad to hear that you will get that pacemaker and get out of there.
Santa is awaiting your return
Prayers continue
The Claus Family

Jeannine posted a note for Richard that says: Hi Richard,

You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. Hang in there boots.

Sincerely,

Jeannine and Jim

Tom Wagner posted a note for Richard that says: Hi Richard, I've been thinking about you and watching your progress as time goes on. I am 45 years old and in need of aortic valve replacement soon, probably within the next year or so. I was set on a tissue valve but after reading your story I might have to rethink this. I really appreciate your post and your story. Stay strong, good luck with the pacemaker and I hope your wife gets well soon too!! Merry Christmas to you and your family!

Best Regards.