Michael Ponzio
1 year ago (May 12, 2025)
That's amazing. So glad your doing well.
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Diagnosis: Bicuspid Aortic Valve
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Luke Rodriguez
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1 year ago (May 12, 2025)
Year 3 anniversary , down 40 pounds from date of surgery. I love my life, there is NOTHING I would be doing differently. God is amazing.
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Daisy Tanner
1 year ago (May 12, 2025)
Yes! 🙌🏼 Love hearing about life's successes! I'm very happy for you! 🎉 Thank you for sharing 🙏❤️
Deena Z
1 year ago (May 12, 2025)
Wow, Luke, look at you! You soared post surgery. Maybe you can share with those whose surgery is coming up, what made a big difference for you. Just a thought.😊
Ana Brusso
1 year ago (May 12, 2025)
Looking great Luke. Yes God is amazing! And he loves us. Blessings 🙏❤️
Andrew Dial
1 year ago (May 13, 2025)
Wow congrats !
Pamela Gregory
1 year ago (May 13, 2025)
Awesome!!!❤️
Luke Rodriguez
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2 years ago (May 16, 2024)
Today is my second heartaversary from aortic valve and partial aorta replacement. The picture on the left is my one year anniversary, one on the right is my two year. Slimmed down a bit, no pain, no issues, life is great.
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2 years ago (May 16, 2024)
Great report! I'm 4 weeks post surgery.
2 years ago (May 16, 2024)
Wow! You are doing great! Congratulations! ❤️🩹👍
2 years ago (May 16, 2024)
Wow, love seeing posts like yours! Way to embrace life Luke! 🙌🏻❤️🩹
2 years ago (May 16, 2024)
Congratulations Luke, God bless you. Looking good 👍 🙏
2 years ago (May 16, 2024)
Looking good, Luke! Is the one from a year ago Sedona? Today's look familiar, too, but I can't quite place it. I live in Phoenix.
2 years ago (May 17, 2024)
Wonderful to hear, thanks for sharing! Can't wait to see #3 :)
Luke Rodriguez
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3 years ago (May 16, 2023)
Happy Heartaversary to me. One year to the day, aortic valve replaced along with part of my aorta.
My biggest take away, after being constantly reminded to be patient, slow down, allow your body to heal, I can tell you confidently....be patient....slow down...allow your body to heal. Listen to your... Read more.
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3 years ago (May 16, 2023)
Happy Heartaversary to you, Luke! You look like you are doing great!
3 years ago (May 16, 2023)
Love your attitude. Something I aspire to for this life and the next 😊
3 years ago (May 16, 2023)
Happy anniversary! Great update, thank you
3 years ago (May 16, 2023)
Hi Luke, congratulations on your anniversary. Keep up the good work and God bless you
3 years ago (May 16, 2023)
Happy Anniversary !!! Sounds like you are doing really well and have life figured out beautifully❤️
3 years ago (May 16, 2023)
Happy Anniversary Luke. That year flew by, didn't it? Your outlook is marvelous. And your priorities are renewed. Godspeed!
3 years ago (May 17, 2023)
Wow. Thanks for a great update!
3 years ago (May 17, 2023)
Happy Anniversary! Good advice! Glad you're doing well and enjoying life! ❤️
3 years ago (May 17, 2023)
Happy, healthy, anniversary! Glad that you checked-in. So good for those going into and healing from surgery to hear your advice.
3 years ago (May 17, 2023)
and....where are your trekking? Looks delightful!!!
3 years ago (May 17, 2023)
Deena, I live in Phoenix Arizona, this was taken at Lake Pleasant, a bit northwest of where I live. I love hiking in Arizona and I get up to Utah at least once a year.
3 years ago (May 17, 2023)
Happy anniversary 👏☺️‼️
3 years ago (May 18, 2023)
Luke, beautiful State, as is all the four corners. That will keep you in shape!
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