Fran Kirby posted a note for Sidney that says:
Wow! I'm so proud of you and your progress. You have to stay on a routine though - no skipping meals, etc.
Our family has truly been blessed this year. Keep up the good work! Love you!
Susan Smith, posted a note for Sidney that says:
Sidney it is always good to get "good news" and so we all celebrate your good news. You are on your way to full recovery. Slow and steady is our motto. Praying for your successful recovery and a Merry Christmas.
Tom Huskisson posted a note for Sidney that says:
Sidney:
That is great news ! Keep on moving forward, slow but sure. You can do it. I'm praying for continued healing for you. God is faithful. I'm still going to try to call soon.God bless you friend.
Jim Jones posted a note for Sidney that says:
Sidney
A great echo. Congratulations! Send your EF my way - mine is still lagging a bit!
I agree with you. Tackle those items you listed and you will nail this. Good luck!
Tom Huskisson posted a note for Sidney that says:
Sidney:
Good to hear that your blood pressure is doing better and that your rehab is going well. This is my first week of rehab and I am really loving it. Hope you continue to do well. I'll try to call you soon. Keep on healing !
Jim Jones posted a note for Sidney that says:
Sidney
I am glad you are doing so well. I am pleased they were able to control the BP. Good luck with the palpitations. A better energy level, solid rehab experience and less needed sleep all sound good. I hope the next month will be a great month of healing. Take good care of yourself. Best.
Travis Watson posted a note for Sidney that says:
I think it is somewhat normal to have increased BP after a valve repair for two reasons. One, you where on blood pressure medication during and after your surgery. Two, your valve was leaking which would make the pressure less. It is fixed now so you pressure is elevated. Your body should adjust over time. If not, your doctor can put you on a low dose of medication.
Jim Jones posted a note for Sidney that says:
Man Sidney, you are getting it done. This is all good news. Keep up the good work! I will look forward to hearing about cardiac rehab. All the best.
Fran Kirby posted a note for Sidney that says:
You're doing great. We will be coming up your way on Saturday. Pierce and Smith have a karate event in Irmo. We would like to see you all while we are in the area. Will be in touch. Keep up the good work - just don't overdo it.
Love to all!
Jim Jones posted a note for Sidney that says:
Sidney
That is all good news! Good for you. You certainly are covering some miles for yourself. I look forward to your hospital stay details. Keep up your healing!
Jim Jones posted a note for Sidney that says:
Wonderful news, Sidney! Glad everything is going well for you. Glad you are home. Look forward to your updates. Best.
Tom Huskisson posted a note for Sidney that says:
Praying and hoping Sidney is doing ok since there hasn't been any updates to his journal for over a week. I was at Duke on Thursday and would have checked on him if I knew he was still there. I'll be starting my own journal on here soon.
Thomas Jacobs posted a note for Sidney that says:
Thinking about you bud. VT got a win today. I hope you are doing well. I am looking forward to another journal post soon.
Sam Kirby posted a note for Sidney that says:
God speed on your healing and praying for a fast recovery. Just in case y'all didn't know I'm home for good.
Lamar and Diane Gee posted a note for Sidney that says:
Sid and Angie,
Lamar and I are keeping you both in our prayers!! If either of you need anything we are a phone call away.
bobby cannon posted a note for Sidney that says:
iam getting stuff through your journal sid. just wanted to say that youre going to be fine and cant wait for you to get back so i can get my money back from you head to head. you theif ! seriously my prayers are with you my friend ! hurry up and get through this so you can be back to normal
bobby cannon
Charlotte and Scott Rankin posted a note for Sidney that says:
Will be thinking and praying for you. We know you will get along great! Love to you and Angie!
Walt Sowers posted a note for Sidney that says:
Sid, I'll be thinking aboutf you today. I know that this will go well. Also I'll be down on Saturday to visit so look forward to seeing you.
Carol Jackson posted a note for Sidney that says:
Sidney,
Thoughts and prayers are with you. I will be right behind you with my surgery at Mayo on Oct. 8! Check out my journal.
Brett Feder posted a note for Sidney that says:
I know that you will have many friends and family sending love and prayers, and indeed please count me as one of those. As someone with some medical knoweldge and some poker chops, I like your pot odds of doing great sir. Have faith Sid- in the medical system (Duke is outstanding) and in general. I look forward to bilking you out of $ for many decades to come.
Brian Smith, Roanoke `92 posted a note for Sidney that says:
Sid,
Sorry to hear about all this. I had no idea you were having trouble. It sounds like you're in good hands. I'll be praying for your speedy recovery. Get well soon!
Tim posted a note for Sidney that says:
My brother, I will be praying that God blesses your surgeon and brings you a quick recovery. See you on Saturday. Was good talking to you tonight. Love to you and Kirby. Tim/Hook/Big Daddy
Tom Stewart posted a note for Sidney that says:
Sid:
I expect that you've gained confidence in Chad Hughes and the Duke team members as you've spent time with them. They are very good at this. You'll also have the same response to the staffs in intensive care and the "step-down" units. All the best in surgery and after.
Jim Jones posted a note for Sidney that says:
Sidney
Welcome! I am glad you found this site. You will find many wonderful people that can provide support and helpful advice based on their own experiences. All the best as you head toward the 3rd.
Dale Willams posted a note for Sidney that says:
Good luck Sid, all will go well....so good that I will save you a sit at the monthly game. In 2003 I was at Foxwoods playing hold-em 4 days after Robotic Heart surgery in New York... will keep checking on you.....
Andreas Wolfram posted a note for Sidney that says:
Great idea!! I hope all goes well with the surgery and that you have a speedy recovery! Andy and Alisa
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Our family has truly been blessed this year. Keep up the good work! Love you!