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516 days ago

I'm new, like today new, I'm wondering how private notes are but you actually live really close to where I live

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834 days ago

Svetlomir Ivanov posted a note for Rich that says:

Hey Rich,

18 minute per mile is execelent result. What about climbing stairs, are you able? How many miles per are you doing?

Rich Butela Still doing at least two miles every day, some days I'll do another mile in the evening . I'm prett ... Read more

Rich Butela Still doing at least two miles every day, some days I'll do another mile in the evening . I'm pretty active at home though so my step count shows about 5 miles every day. I'm good for about two flights of stairs then I start breathing harder. I would like to try jogging but I'm going to wait til 8 weeks out so I don't jar anything loose with my sternum.

Svetlomir Ivanov I am doing typically 5-6 km. per day, but some days feel my legs tired, and just stay at home, doing ... Read more

Svetlomir Ivanov I am doing typically 5-6 km. per day, but some days feel my legs tired, and just stay at home, doing exercises or chores. Here is not very cold ,12 degree Celsius, but when is rainy I rest. I am able to climb slowly stairs to 7 th floors. By the way, after tge surgery in the first 4 weeks, I was more active. Now I am almost 2 months after surgery and do less, but my endurunce and stamina are better. Do not hurry with running, let the heart heal and adjust completely? What is the time in your town (state)?

Rich Butela I live outside of Atlanta, Georgia . I'm on Eastern Standard time. No walking today, it's been cold ... Read more

Rich Butela I live outside of Atlanta, Georgia . I'm on Eastern Standard time. No walking today, it's been cold and raining all day so it's a resting day. 7 flights of stairs is very good !

Svetlomir Ivanov Atlanta is on the latitude of North Africa, I thought that there is alwyas warm. I live in Sofia, th ... Read more

Svetlomir Ivanov Atlanta is on the latitude of North Africa, I thought that there is alwyas warm. I live in Sofia, this is a capital of Bulgaria, north neighbour of Greece, Europe. Probably you would be able to climb 7 fligths of stairs, but just shall try...in the very begining is difuclt, try with 3 flighths, and you will adjust and gradually will increase the number. Also, DO NOT climb as usual - I take deep breath one-two times and start slowly, not as usual...between the flights stop for 2-3 seconds and take again deep breah. You will be suprised how much more you are able to climb.

Rich Butela I'll have to find a seven story building and give that a try

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834 days ago

Ruth joy posted a note for Rich that says:

Hi Rich ,
Get well soon . I hope tomorrow goes well .

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851 days ago

Ruth joy posted a note for Rich that says:

Thank you , Rich

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865 days ago

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Terri Babek posted a note for Rich that says:

Rich,

I had a cough after surgery that I did not have beforehand. The surgeon said that the breathing tube had caused irritation and that it would ...Read more

Rich,

I had a cough after surgery that I did not have beforehand. The surgeon said that the breathing tube had caused irritation and that it would get better which it has.

I was given a spirometer and advised to use it on a regular basis which I am still doing.

Miriam Priest-Benedict Thank you for sharing this!

Pamela Gregory I had the same thing. Cough caused by breathing tube for a good month. It gradually got better.

Rich Butela That's probably it. Been sucking on Halls drops the last couple days. It helps a bit.

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874 days ago

Ruth joy posted a note for Rich that says:

Keep a pillow against you for a bit of extra padding / protection ( just in case ) .
Pace yourself .
Have naps if you are tired .
You ‘re ...Read more

Keep a pillow against you for a bit of extra padding / protection ( just in case ) .
Pace yourself .
Have naps if you are tired .
You ‘re home now and it ‘s a lovely place to be .

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874 days ago

Ruth joy posted a note for Rich that says:

Welcome home Rich , you have done really well. It can be a roller - coaster of emotions and difficulty to explain to people who haven ‘t been through it... Read more

Welcome home Rich , you have done really well. It can be a roller - coaster of emotions and difficulty to explain to people who haven ‘t been through it themselves .
Your dog will be very happy to have you home too

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Mine misses me loads because I was in hospital for 5 weeks (during covid times ).
Enjoy seeing family and your lovely grandchildren

Rich Butela I was a little bit worried about the dogs , especially my 160# lap Dane, but they have been very gent ... Read more

Rich Butela I was a little bit worried about the dogs , especially my 160# lap Dane, but they have been very gentle with me since I got home.
5 weeks in the hospital must have been brutal …

Richard Munson If you look at my first day home picture with my beloved 120 pound cassie on the bed giving me a dose ... Read more

Richard Munson If you look at my first day home picture with my beloved 120 pound cassie on the bed giving me a dose of TLC in a very gentle way, i can only say that they know. How they know is a mystery, but they do. I keep that picture as my adams site picture as well as in my bedroom next to her ashes. She was a big part of my recovery. Will never forget it.

Klara Čičić Richard that is so sweet 🥲

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876 days ago

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Tim Tschumper posted a note for Rich that says:

Bless you brother. You’re on the road to full recovery. You’ll be stronger in time, day by day for now!
I’m 2.5 years post AVR mechanical ...Read more

Bless you brother. You’re on the road to full recovery. You’ll be stronger in time, day by day for now!
I’m 2.5 years post AVR mechanical OnX (Aortic), and doing just fine. I too am blessed, God is so Good. Peace & Strength!!

Tim Tschumper

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876 days ago

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Mike Grein posted a note for Rich that says:

Hardest part is over waiting to have procedure done. Now it’s heal and enjoy life to its fullest.

Mike McKenna Couldn't agree more!

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876 days ago

Phillip Parker posted a note for Rich that says:

Thank you for sharing Rich. Keep getting better buddy!

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876 days ago

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Chad posted a note for Rich that says:

Hey Rich - Dr. Farrington replaced a section of my aorta and aortic valve (on-x) almost 2 years ago. I had no complications afterwards and I am doing ...Read more

Hey Rich - Dr. Farrington replaced a section of my aorta and aortic valve (on-x) almost 2 years ago. I had no complications afterwards and I am doing well. Hang in there!

Rich Butela So far so good with my new valve. Glad your doing good

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876 days ago

Bruce Fursman posted a note for Rich that says:

Hi Rich, Brewsta here from London Uk. I'm waiting to have a honk honk aortic valve fitted too! Just gathering up gobbling up all the information I can do before ...Read more

Hi Rich, Brewsta here from London Uk. I'm waiting to have a honk honk aortic valve fitted too! Just gathering up gobbling up all the information I can do before the chop! Even seeing an expensive private doc next Tuesday to see if Pin hole is an option (the State docs say no it isn't). Guys like your self are an inspiration as time I was in hospital was when I was 10 for broken write I'm now 71!! Take care mate.

Rich Butela You too sir. Hopefully you can avoid the big cut. But if you can’t, for me it’s been way less pa ... Read more

Rich Butela You too sir. Hopefully you can avoid the big cut. But if you can’t, for me it’s been way less painful than I expected

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876 days ago

Ghai Chol Reu posted a note for Rich that says:

Rich

Don't worried you'll be fine, just no matter of time.

When I was diagnosed with operated valve, my nurse use to tell me you'll be fine ...Read more

Rich

Don't worried you'll be fine, just no matter of time.

When I was diagnosed with operated valve, my nurse use to tell me you'll be fine just no matter of time but now everything is fine and I've only six months in my operation since were interrupted by war of Sudan(Khartoum)

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877 days ago

Richard Munson posted a note for Rich that says:

Rich, in honor of your new pig valve. I little chuckle never hurts, just don’t laugh too hard without your pillow.

Rich Butela

Ana Brusso Funny Richard 😁

Rose Madura Hilarious! 😂

Klara Čičić 😂😂

Grace Mason 😆

Pamela Gregory Hahaha

Rich Butela I have had a craving for corn husks for some reason

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878 days ago

Ruth joy posted a note for Rich that says:

Hi Rich ,
Welcome to recovery

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879 days ago

Carolyn Gonzalez posted a note for Rich that says:

You look great! So happy all went well!

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879 days ago

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Josh B posted a note for Rich that says:

Post op day 1, in the chair!!

Grace Mason Yea Rich! Looking good!

Rose Madura A thumbs up and a smile! Good to see. Welcome to recovery!

Ana Brusso I knew it, congratulations on your successful surgery. You are looking good dear friend. God bless yo ... Read more

Ana Brusso I knew it, congratulations on your successful surgery. You are looking good dear friend. God bless you and continued good health and recovery . 🙏❤️

Brady Busch I wish my chair looked that comfortable.

J Alexander Lassally Congrats and great to see you up in the chair

Marie Myers Smiling too, that is great!

Pamela Gregory Congratulations!

Looking good

Deena Z Congrats! Great feeling to have it over! (In-between all the naps!

Allen Carkner Looking good! Now time to heal and recover.

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879 days ago

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Steven Schuman posted a note for Rich that says:

I hope your procedure went well today Rich!

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880 days ago

Carolyn Gonzalez posted a note for Rich that says:

Rich, wishing you a successful surgery and good recovery. I will be keeping you in my thoughts and prayers.

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880 days ago

Kristine Schroeder posted a note for Rich that says:

Recovery is right around the corner. Will keep you in my prayers. You got this!!

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880 days ago

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Susan Lynn posted a note for Rich that says:

Rich - Wishing you all the best, tomorrow! We'll be cheering for you!!

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880 days ago

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Ruth joy posted a note for Rich that says:

Hi Rich ,
Welcome and wishing you good luck for your surgery tomorrow .

Pamela Gregory Wishing you all the very best for a perfect surgery!!!

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883 days ago

Ernie Keen posted a note for Rich that says:

I'm glad they are fixing your aneurysm. When the surgeon popped the hood, he felt the aortic wall and said it was thick enough I didn't need the aneurysm... Read more

I'm glad they are fixing your aneurysm. When the surgeon popped the hood, he felt the aortic wall and said it was thick enough I didn't need the aneurysm fixed at that time. That is the thing we are really watching ever since I had surgery, to make sure it doesn't get worse, so I almost wish he had fixed it at the time, and that we wouldn't have to worry about it.
You are going to feel so much better when you recover. The new valve does miracles for your stamina.
You got a nice group of cheer leaders.
I can see the resemblance between us.

Richard Munson Popped the hood, like it. Check the oil and filters while open. The clicking sound may just be using ... Read more

Richard Munson Popped the hood, like it. Check the oil and filters while open. The clicking sound may just be using too low octane.

Rich Butela I'll have to try some "High Test" to stop the knocking ...

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890 days ago

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Danny Mahoney posted a note for Rich that says:

Best of luck on the 25th. You're going to do great. I know, since I had my surgery late last year and I'm feeling much better....and so will you.

Rich Butela Thank you sir. Glad you're doing so well

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890 days ago

Ana Brusso posted a note for Rich that says:

Hello Rich, I sent you a response from an early post you sent me. Know that I will be lifting you up in prayer for your successful surgery on the 25th of September. ...Read more

Hello Rich, I sent you a response from an early post you sent me. Know that I will be lifting you up in prayer for your successful surgery on the 25th of September. God bless you

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