J H's Guestbook

You brought back some memories of our post of encouragements to the group of us going through OHS 5 yrs ago. I celebrated my 5 yrs in July. It's good to hear you're doing great. Take care, JH Sheila

Way to go JH. So awesome! Same here. Could not be better. Was just thinking yesterday how time has flown and my 3 year will be here before I know it (March 7th). Glad to hear all is well and as always I am grateful to have met you here and had your most wonderful support throughout my journey.

JH. Thanks very much for your response. I couldn't agree more. Every day I wake up I can't wait to start the day. Like you, everything feels "more" to me. It's hard to explain to others, and am always happy to converse with others that understand. Thanks again, Joel

JH, Congrats on your 2 year anniversary. So happy you are well and enjoying life and family. I am doing great as well. Cheers to continued good health and much happiness, my friend.

I have exactly the same valve and full root replacement even though I did not have a root problem. My surgeon is very confident this is a pretty long term solution. Some people have had them for as long as 35 years with a porcine valve and still going strong. I am 7 1/2 weeks,post op and did have second opening of the chest 6 days later to remove the PICC line which got wedged under a surgical clip. My recovery has been very similar to yours, I went back to work 6 1/2 weeks after the original surgery and this is my second week and I am headed out on a trip to Chicago tomorrow. Not feeling 100 percent yet but feeling pretty good. Stamina is very good and still improving. Thanks for the post and keep posting your great results.

Hi J.H., Great post....as always. Great to hear from you again. Glad to hear all is well. I see you are still inspiring others, just the way you did me. Keep up the good work and stay healthy. Don't forget to contact me next time you're in Florida. Jeff

J H You are my hero! What a great story. Love your life and attitude. Your story is inspirational for those of us awaiting surgery and recovering. Keep it up, JH!