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3929 days ago

Jason Lathrop posted a note for Bill that says:

Bill, Dr. Swanson just repaired my mitral valve with excellent results. I believe you are in the most skilled hands. Best of luck to you.

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3935 days ago

Terrie Syvertsen posted a note for Bill that says:

Hello there BIll. I was reading updates in our "News" and it said that you had changed your profile but I did not see any changes. Maybe I missed it? Just wanted ...Read more

Hello there BIll. I was reading updates in our "News" and it said that you had changed your profile but I did not see any changes. Maybe I missed it? Just wanted to make sure all is well in Portland and that your healing is continuing, and just give you a big Hello! Take care.

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4048 days ago

Larry posted a note for Bill that says:

Who was your thoracic surgeon? Where does your thoracic surgeon practice? Please advise, thank you

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4050 days ago

Larry posted a note for Bill that says:

Bill, I live on the Oregon Coast and may need a heart valve surgeon sometime in the future. Would you recommend your thoracic surgeon and where does he/she ...Read more

Bill, I live on the Oregon Coast and may need a heart valve surgeon sometime in the future. Would you recommend your thoracic surgeon and where does he/she practice? Thanks for the advice and Merry Christmas

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4050 days ago

matt wagner posted a note for Bill that says:

May this be your best Christmas ever. And the next one better yet!

Bob M Bill, I pray the doctors fix your fingers situation.

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4120 days ago

Terrie posted a note for Bill that says:

Hello Bill. Terrie here from Calif. Thinking of you and wondering how you are doing. I am home recovering still and doing pretty well for 8wks. post op. Wondering ...Read more

Hello Bill. Terrie here from Calif. Thinking of you and wondering how you are doing. I am home recovering still and doing pretty well for 8wks. post op. Wondering how you are doing in your neck of the woods! If you have a chance, update? Take care,

Bill Bard I am doing fine, after 6 weeks of strong antibiotics to get rid of an infection around one of my 5 la ... Read more

Bill Bard I am doing fine, after 6 weeks of strong antibiotics to get rid of an infection around one of my 5 laproscopic incisions! It is indeed a relief to know that my two ticking time bombs of gallbladder and incarcerating hernia have been defused! Thanks for asking. Sounds like all is going well for you. I always enjoy your posts.

Terrie Syvertsen Mr. Bard! So good to read that you are mending, mending, mending! Great attitude for someone they hav ... Read more

Terrie Syvertsen Mr. Bard! So good to read that you are mending, mending, mending! Great attitude for someone they have hopefully run our of things to fix.
Wish you lived close to me as I would have you out in my garden with Hunter and Kat with a tall cup of something while I trim roses singing show tunes or enjoying Barbara Streisand spewing out from the patio doors!. Very impressed still with the weight loss too! You take care and drop a line again one of these days! Hope you are enjoying Autumn!
Happy Healing! Terrie

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4178 days ago

mrw posted a note for Bill that says:

We'll think of you especially more on Friday, and look forward to another boffo recovery. Best wishes for a great outcome!

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4178 days ago

Eleanor posted a note for Bill that says:

Thank you for posting, Bill, you are an inspiration to many of us. I hope to continue in your path of better health since my AVR July 14, 2014.

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4179 days ago

Karen Pineda posted a note for Bill that says:

Hi Bill, Good luck to you this Friday. And congratulations on the one year anniversary and the weight loss. I have not had surgery yet, I am still in the ...Read more

Hi Bill, Good luck to you this Friday. And congratulations on the one year anniversary and the weight loss. I have not had surgery yet, I am still in the monitoring stage so I don't know how soon or how far out my surgery will be. But since I have some pounds to lose, I figure my recovery (whenever it will be) will go better if I lose the weight beforehand. So your story has really inspired me. Since I have other health issues besides the Aortic Stenosis, the weight loss would increase my chances of a successful outcome on many counts. Thank you for sharing your weight loss. As I said, you did inspire me to move forward with my own. Best of luck to you on Friday. I hope everything will be able to be done laparoscopically.

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4180 days ago

Terrie posted a note for Bill that says:

Hello Bill. I did something off the wall and phoned a number in Portland that might be yours. Reason: I am headed for surgery on Wed. the 20th.(Santa Clara ...Read more

Hello Bill. I did something off the wall and phoned a number in Portland that might be yours. Reason: I am headed for surgery on Wed. the 20th.(Santa Clara Kaiser, Santa Clara, Ca. and thought back to my journal of Aug. 9th. where you had left me a really nice message. I gave a response back to you hoping to hear more from you and James and wanting to see how you were doing. Since I am going in soon I thought I would try and contact you on a lark to see if you would sing me a show tune or we could do a duet as I am almost giddy from the mixed excitement of getting this "show" on the road and a bit nervous period! Since you had AVS as I do I guess I was going to try to see if you wanted to chat about it. So anyway, I hope you are doing well in your recovery from your surgery and all. Take Care-Regards, Terrie

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4231 days ago

Peggy (Crane) Ryan posted a note for Bill that says:

You did it Cuz...so proud of you. You are always in my heart! Love ya

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4232 days ago

Sherry Bradford, AVR and aneurism repair, 10/23/2012 posted a note for Bill that says:

Congratulations! That one year anniversary is so special! Congrats on your weight loss efforts also! I have been just lousy at losing weight but not giving ...Read more

Congratulations! That one year anniversary is so special! Congrats on your weight loss efforts also! I have been just lousy at losing weight but not giving up yet! All the best to you and your family!

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4233 days ago

Marray posted a note for Bill that says:

Hi you two- great news and bravissimo on the weight loss it does make one feel so much better. You are lucky to be in Portaland- our hood is turning into a ...Read more

Hi you two- great news and bravissimo on the weight loss it does make one feel so much better. You are lucky to be in Portaland- our hood is turning into a hood. We were robbed over the weekend- they came in twice- WHILE WE WERE IN THE HOUSE.Took only old Apple and old Ipad- not worth anything. Meantime one pane of glass 8x10 cost us $187. to replace.Cops say rash of similar breakins. Hey we love and miss you both.

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4233 days ago

Brad Freeman posted a note for Bill that says:

I am glad to hear that you are doing so well. Seeing the ups and downs of your experience will be good when my time comes. thanks for your journal.

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4233 days ago

Bev Haines posted a note for Bill that says:

Dear Bill, Thanks for sharing your journey ;the trials and the successes . I see you loosing the remaining 90 pounds while enjoying a healthy lifestyle. I continue ...Read more

Dear Bill, Thanks for sharing your journey ;the trials and the successes . I see you loosing the remaining 90 pounds while enjoying a healthy lifestyle. I continue to support you on this journey. Fondly Bev

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4233 days ago

Sherry Butler posted a note for Bill that says:

I am so happy you are in the pink and looking forward to your anniversary. Following your journey was often difficult because the unknown is such a large space. ...Read more

I am so happy you are in the pink and looking forward to your anniversary. Following your journey was often difficult because the unknown is such a large space. No one could tell you with any absolute certainty everything would work out fine. Your courage and faith were inspiring. Everyone's heart is special and I am so grateful yours is healed. You extend so much love and joy to us all with your very special heart. Way to go and I can't wait to celebrate with you and James. Love SBB

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4233 days ago

matt wagner posted a note for Bill that says:

I look forward to your annual check-in reports for many years to come! After all, this one sounds so good!!!

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4410 days ago

David Berger posted a note for Bill that says:

Hi Bill, I'm thrilled that your health is strengthening and cheer you on as your weight trends in the right direction. I'm working on that one too! Looking ...Read more

Hi Bill, I'm thrilled that your health is strengthening and cheer you on as your weight trends in the right direction. I'm working on that one too! Looking forward to raising a celebratory glass to you and James on the 11th. David

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4430 days ago

steve thomson posted a note for Bill that says:

Bill- It appears Dr. Swanson did your surgery. He is doing mine January 17th. Any feedback on the operation experience would be super. Steve

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4443 days ago

David Berger posted a note for Bill that says:

Dear Bill and James, Congratulations on your marriage--I'm so excited and happy for you. Bill, keep up the hard work on exercise and recuperation, you have ...Read more

Dear Bill and James, Congratulations on your marriage--I'm so excited and happy for you. Bill, keep up the hard work on exercise and recuperation, you have much to be proud of. Please skip the free breakfast at the hotel and try the Columbian--famous for toast and jalapeno jelly (weird, I know!) Have a happy Thanksgiving!

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4443 days ago

Martha Gibson posted a note for Bill that says:

Bill: Wonderful update on all counts. I wish you the best. Just know this will be a very special holiday season for you and your family/friends.

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4444 days ago

Judy Boruff posted a note for Bill that says:

Such good news all around! Wishing you the very best always.

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4444 days ago

Carol in Portland posted a note for Bill that says:

Good news after so many troubles in 2013. But "All's Well That Ends Well" You truly have alot to be thankful for this year. Lets hope that we Oregon voters ...Read more

Good news after so many troubles in 2013. But "All's Well That Ends Well" You truly have alot to be thankful for this year. Lets hope that we Oregon voters will change the law so you don't have to go over to Washington to get married.

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4444 days ago

Lisa Obst AVR 6-11-13 posted a note for Bill that says:

Congratulations! Hope you have many, many, many years of total happiness!

Bill Bardgot a new guestbook post

4444 days ago

Judy posted a note for Bill that says:

My congratulations to you and your partner! My two best friends took the "big step" after 36 years together. It was the best wedding I ever attended and I'm ...Read more

My congratulations to you and your partner! My two best friends took the "big step" after 36 years together. It was the best wedding I ever attended and I'm sure yours will be every bit as great.

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