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720 days ago

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I just celebrated my 5 year heart valve anniversary earlier this month. For those of you that are awaiting your surgeries "You Got This"! My anxiety level was ...Read more

I just celebrated my 5 year heart valve anniversary earlier this month. For those of you that are awaiting your surgeries "You Got This"! My anxiety level was through the roof but this website was a Godsend. I loved reading about how others were going through the same thing as me. The time has flown by so just take it one day at a time.

David Rasmusson Same here, Mark!

Jennifer Fuller Looking great, Mark!

Melinda Donahue

Pamela Gregory

Dan Baltazor Great update Mark. Glad to hear you're doing good. Time does fly by. 5 years out feels pretty grea ... Read more

Dan Baltazor Great update Mark. Glad to hear you're doing good. Time does fly by. 5 years out feels pretty great.

Grace Mason Looking great Mark! Congratulations on your 5 year anniversary ❤️

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1460 days ago

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I can't believe it's been three years since my OHS. Time has flown by. It seems like yesterday I was told I needed the surgery. For anyone else that is awaiting ...Read more

I can't believe it's been three years since my OHS. Time has flown by. It seems like yesterday I was told I needed the surgery. For anyone else that is awaiting your surgery keep using this website to help you. I can't thank Adam enough for creating this

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1808 days ago

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Just celebrated my 2 year anniversary earlier this month. I cannot tell you how much this website helped me with my anxiety before my surgery and reading the ...Read more

Just celebrated my 2 year anniversary earlier this month. I cannot tell you how much this website helped me with my anxiety before my surgery and reading the posts of other going through the same thing as I was. God bless you Adam for creating this websit

Doran Herritt Looks good except for the hat. Skol Vikings!

Marie Myers You healed very well!

Steven Methot You have a scar?

Denise L This is awesome! You look great!! Thanks for the hope...

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1808 days ago

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2002 days ago

Adam Pick, Rose Madura, Frank Giovanniello and 3 others reacted to this

Celebrated taking a hike with my daughter on my 18 month anniversary. This was pretty steep hike and my new valve did great.

Skipper Kagamaster Beautiful! Where was this taken?

Kim Owen Congratulations!

Mark Jaycox North Cascades in Washington state.

Tracy Fallu How fun

Susan Lynn Beautiful photo, Mark!

Adam Pick Love it!

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2191 days ago

Chris Smith, Chris Smith, Shannon Gray and 6 others reacted to this

This is a year later. For those that are getting ready for surgery you’ll get through it. I can’t believe how fast a year has gone by. Keep reading the ...Read more

This is a year later. For those that are getting ready for surgery you’ll get through it. I can’t believe how fast a year has gone by. Keep reading the posts because this website helped me so much during the entire process. God Bless❤️❤️❤️

You are right about this blog. It has been a life saver. Your scar looks amazing. Keep up the good wo ... Read more

You are right about this blog. It has been a life saver. Your scar looks amazing. Keep up the good work. Thank you for your post%

Chris Calhoun excellent!!!!

Debbie Kelly It's hard to believe it's been a year, Mark. Congrats!
Your scar does look amazing!

Susan Lynn Glad you're doing well, Mark! That scar is just about gone! Wow!

Pat Bluemel Nice work! Go Hawks!

Adam Pick Fannnnnnnn-tastic. Go Seahawks!

Mike Roskowinski Man you dont even look like you had surgery. Keep it up looking good sir!!

Kirk Bepler Great to hear! Wow, your scar looks great.

Deb Amstutz Molnar That has to be the best scar EVER! I'm a little more than a month from my first anniversary, and my s ... Read more

Deb Amstutz Molnar That has to be the best scar EVER! I'm a little more than a month from my first anniversary, and my scar is just OK - nothing exceptional like yours! Congrats on your first year!

Joey Hardee Wow, Mark! You look great! Can't believe its been a year though. Glad you are doing so well!

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2191 days ago

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Mark Jaycox I just hit my 1 year anniversary. I’m so blessed and lucky to have such a great support team. This ... Read more

Mark Jaycox I just hit my 1 year anniversary. I’m so blessed and lucky to have such a great support team. This was about 36 hours after surgery. My next post will show you the scar a year later.

Susan Lynn I'm sure that first glimpse was a little scary - but, what a difference a year makes! Glad you're doi ... Read more

Susan Lynn I'm sure that first glimpse was a little scary - but, what a difference a year makes! Glad you're doing well!

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2304 days ago

Barbara Wood, Susan Lynn, Tom McDonald and 4 others reacted to this

I'm so blessed to be celebrating my 25th Wedding Anniversary today. I don't know if I would of made it if I hadn't had the AVR surgery last December. My beautiful ...Read more

I'm so blessed to be celebrating my 25th Wedding Anniversary today. I don't know if I would of made it if I hadn't had the AVR surgery last December. My beautiful wife and daughter helped me get through this tough time along with this wonderful website.

Marie Myers Happy Anniversary!

Barbara Wood Happy Anniversary...wonderful pic!

Susan Lynn Happy Anniversary! Cheers!❤🍾🥂

Joy Vera Happy anniversary!

Rose Madura Happy Anniversary !

Tracy Fallu Happy, Healthy Anniversary.

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2369 days ago

Naomi Gray, Bradley Dunn, Dan Baltazor and 6 others reacted to this

First time golfing with friends since surgery, what a great day!!!!!

Mike Roskowinski Awesome Mark. I am jealous cause I really want to get out and golf. Looks like a lot of fun. Hope you ... Read more

Mike Roskowinski Awesome Mark. I am jealous cause I really want to get out and golf. Looks like a lot of fun. Hope you had a great time.

Rob Sparling Good deal! Well earned! Congrats, Mike.

Joey Hardee Outstanding, Mike! As my girls would say... "recovery goals" :-))

Susan Lynn Looks like a fun group of guys! Enjoy, Mark! 🏌️‍♂️

Rose Madura Yay! I was terribly sore the day after my first round of golf. But got better quickly. Enjoy the s ... Read more

Rose Madura Yay! I was terribly sore the day after my first round of golf. But got better quickly. Enjoy the summer and hit them straight!

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2373 days ago

Rita Savelis, Naomi Gray, Rob Sparling and 4 others reacted to this

Celebrating my 6th month anniversary on Bourbon Street tonight. I probably celebrated too much!!

Michael Greco Nah, that’s not too much celebrating, after all, strictly speaking about that pic, you only had at ... Read more

Michael Greco Nah, that’s not too much celebrating, after all, strictly speaking about that pic, you only had at most half a drink. (Never mind that it was the size of a large fishbowl!) 😄

Rob Sparling Mike, doesn’t it say “Image not to scale” somewhere on the photo? Cameras distort things. Cong ... Read more

Rob Sparling Mike, doesn’t it say “Image not to scale” somewhere on the photo? Cameras distort things. Congrats on 5!

Susan Lynn Happy Six-month Anniversary! Enjoy, Mark!

Mike Roskowinski Awesome Mark. Congrats on 6 months. You are doing awesome and look great. Enjoy life and have the ent ... Read more

Mike Roskowinski Awesome Mark. Congrats on 6 months. You are doing awesome and look great. Enjoy life and have the entire fishbowl to yourself. Looks like a lot of fun enjoy!!! 🍺

Louanna Miller Glad you are doing so well. Six months is a huge mark of success.

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2405 days ago

Louanna Miller, Susan Lynn, Dan Baltazor and 4 others reacted to this

Enjoying my 5 month anniversary with my family at Snoqualmie Falls near Seattle 😎

Tracy Fallu Happy ♥️ 5 months.

Susan Lynn Happy 5-month Anniversary! ❤

Mike Roskowinski Awesome Mark. Happy 5-month Anniversary.

Joey Hardee Wow! its been 5 months? Doesn't seem possible. Congrats, Mark. That's fantastic!!

Diane Esposito Happy Anniversary Mark!

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2438 days ago

Susan Lynn, Lisa Guinan, Claire Kreger-Boaz and 8 others reacted to this

Before I had my surgery 4 months ago I booked a trip to San Diego to reward myself and family for getting through this tough time. Well I’m enjoying the beach ...Read more

Before I had my surgery 4 months ago I booked a trip to San Diego to reward myself and family for getting through this tough time. Well I’m enjoying the beach with my daughter now. Life’s good❤️

Mike Roskowinski Awesome reward Mark. I told my wife I am planning a golf trip next fall/winter once I get mine done. ... Read more

Mike Roskowinski Awesome reward Mark. I told my wife I am planning a golf trip next fall/winter once I get mine done. And a long Christmas break next winter with the kids to Florida.

Tracy Fallu So great to hear. Enjoy the time-

Claire Kreger-Boaz That's awesome! You're here during perfect and hot weather. Enjoy!

Alan Jamieson This is the best! I'm looking forward to doing something similar with my two kids!

Meredith Bray I think it's vital to our well being to have something to look forward to after the surgery. Congratu ... Read more

Meredith Bray I think it's vital to our well being to have something to look forward to after the surgery. Congratulations!

Catie B Looking great! Gorgeous photo! Have a ball!

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2466 days ago

Kaaren Carone, Tom McDonald, Valerie Herndon-Vitarella and 9 others reacted to this

Today is my 3 month anniversary since I had my OHS. My recovery has gone very well and I just graduated from Cardio Rehab last Thursday. I just renewed my gym ...Read more

Today is my 3 month anniversary since I had my OHS. My recovery has gone very well and I just graduated from Cardio Rehab last Thursday. I just renewed my gym membership so will continue my recovery.

Mabel Juric Congratulations!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Jennifer McInerney Congratulations. I graduate tomorrow!

Tom McDonald Congratulations Mark!

Adam Pick Way to go Mark!

Joey Hardee Awesome, Mark! Congrats!!

Debbie Kelly Looking great! Congrats!

Rob Sparling Way to go! Looking slimmer! I graduated today (but no certificate or pic). I got a slick report, th ... Read more

Rob Sparling Way to go! Looking slimmer! I graduated today (but no certificate or pic). I got a slick report, though. 😀

Dan Baltazor Great job Mark!!

Louanna Miller Awesome!!!

Mike Roskowinski Congrats Mark... I am hoping I can get things going as quick as you did.

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2518 days ago

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Saw my cardiologist today and he Said everything looks great and I can return to work on Monday. All my friends are saying I’m crazy and shoul milk the short ...Read more

Saw my cardiologist today and he Said everything looks great and I can return to work on Monday. All my friends are saying I’m crazy and shoul milk the short term disability as long as I can. It’s only been a little over five weeks and I’m going cra

Mark Jaycox I’m not sure what happened to my post but I wanted to ask others if six weeks is too early to retur ... Read more

Mark Jaycox I’m not sure what happened to my post but I wanted to ask others if six weeks is too early to return to work.

Valerie Herndon-Vitarella I was fine going back at 6 weeks, but I didn't have a physically demanding job. I went back FT and it ... Read more

Valerie Herndon-Vitarella I was fine going back at 6 weeks, but I didn't have a physically demanding job. I went back FT and it did make the timing of rehab a lot more stressful since I had to go after my work day.

Susan Lynn Mark - you might want to start with half days and see how you feel. I felt really good early into m ... Read more

Susan Lynn Mark - you might want to start with half days and see how you feel. I felt really good early into my recovery, but the fatigue did linger for awhile. Good luck!

John Morales Damm Mark you look great so glad to see this, I'm still 2 months away form my surgery needing both a ... Read more

John Morales Damm Mark you look great so glad to see this, I'm still 2 months away form my surgery needing both a Mitral & tri . scared Sh** but you and the others give me hope

Civita Fahey I started part time at 6 weeks and I was fatigued at the end of the day. Had to take a nap.. I work a ... Read more

Civita Fahey I started part time at 6 weeks and I was fatigued at the end of the day. Had to take a nap.. I work a desk job. If you can start part time you may want to think about it..

Mark Jaycox I have a desk job and pretty low stress so I’m going to try and go back FT and we’ll see how it g ... Read more

Mark Jaycox I have a desk job and pretty low stress so I’m going to try and go back FT and we’ll see how it goes.

Judy S I have a desk job as well Mark but it's high stress. I really enjoyed taking more time so I could do ... Read more

Judy S I have a desk job as well Mark but it's high stress. I really enjoyed taking more time so I could do cardiac rehab and also to get my brain fully in gear. So I went back after 3 months but it was fabulous to have the time to really recover! (And I am working from home right now about 3 days a week.) It has given me time to eat well and not go back to old bad habits!

Thomas Brusstar You might just find yourself tired, just in general or because of medication. So I was fine after a ... Read more

Thomas Brusstar You might just find yourself tired, just in general or because of medication. So I was fine after a month, but I do admit I got tired in the afternoon and left early sometimes. I would say just be alert and don't try to "tough it out" if you're feeling too tired. Just go home and come back better the next day.

Tracy Fallu Everyone is different with recovery and returning to work. My surgeon/cardiologist allowed me to rema ... Read more

Tracy Fallu Everyone is different with recovery and returning to work. My surgeon/cardiologist allowed me to remain off work until rehab, 36 visits, was completed.

Marie Myers I went back to work part time at 8 weeks .. But like Civita said, I needed a nap when I got home. I t ... Read more

Marie Myers I went back to work part time at 8 weeks .. But like Civita said, I needed a nap when I got home. I think it all depends on how you feel. As for me, I wanted to get back to normal, and normal means working.

Barbara Wood I went back 1/2 days at 6-7 weeks & I came home & napped every afternoon. My job was fairly physical, ... Read more

Barbara Wood I went back 1/2 days at 6-7 weeks & I came home & napped every afternoon. My job was fairly physical, not deskwork. Mentally, it was a little challenging for the first few months too, I forgetful & kind of had to reach for my words sometimes - just wasn't really sharp! Good luck to you, let us know how it goes!

Jill McDonald Hi Mark, I am just a week behind you. I am 5 weeks today. I originally thought I would go back at ... Read more

Jill McDonald Hi Mark, I am just a week behind you. I am 5 weeks today. I originally thought I would go back at 6 weeks part-time. I have since changed my mind. I have started cardiac rehab yesterday and would like to get some weeks under my belt before I tackle work. My dr. gave me two most of s/t disability. I have since decided to use the entire time or at least go back part time the last week. Let us know what you decide. I still need to the car yet. I need to start that tomorrow. Good luck on your decision. Work will always be there! Take the time you need!

Kirk Bepler Congratulations! Wow, you have healed great! I was out for 9 weeks, I thought I would be back in 5 we ... Read more

Kirk Bepler Congratulations! Wow, you have healed great! I was out for 9 weeks, I thought I would be back in 5 weeks tops.. It's nice getting back to normal, good to hear you have progressed so fast..

Susan Robichau I went back at 10 weeks. I needed all of those weeks to get my strength and stamina back. I was nappi ... Read more

Susan Robichau I went back at 10 weeks. I needed all of those weeks to get my strength and stamina back. I was napping daily for almost 2 months. I went back full time and did not have an issue. Is better to wait if you can afford it.

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2522 days ago

Rob Sparling, Dan Baltazor, Debbie Kelly and 4 others reacted to this

Hanging out with the wife and dog while watching my Seahawks lose to the Cowboys 😡 I needed my heart pillow most of the game.

Dan Baltazor Great pic, bummer game for sure. Don’t rent a scary movie, wait until until 8 weeks. We did, I j ... Read more

Dan Baltazor Great pic, bummer game for sure. Don’t rent a scary movie, wait until until 8 weeks. We did, I jumped and hurt my chest. I hugged my pillow the rest of the movie. 🤣

Bob Fessler I know how you feel. Glad they made the playoffs and with the experience gained this year, next year ... Read more

Bob Fessler I know how you feel. Glad they made the playoffs and with the experience gained this year, next year is going to be a great year for the Seahawks.

Louanna Miller You look great!!!

Judy S Lot of love in that pic—you’re a lucky man!

Dan Vechiola You looking great Mark and sorry about the Seahawks. I has a similar experience watching my Bears lo ... Read more

Dan Vechiola You looking great Mark and sorry about the Seahawks. I has a similar experience watching my Bears lose on a double doink field goal attempt.

Mark Jaycox Dan, I wanted the Bears to win so bad and as soon as the kicker made the first field goal when the Ea ... Read more

Mark Jaycox Dan, I wanted the Bears to win so bad and as soon as the kicker made the first field goal when the Eagles called time out I knew he was going to miss the next one. That was even more of a heartbreak than the Seahawks loss. Both teams will be back stronger next year.

Bob Fessler My condolences are with you Mark. Definitely a heartbreak loss.

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2535 days ago

Dan Baltazor, Rob Sparling, Debbie Kelly and 3 others reacted to this

Merry Christmas, three weeks post op today.

Dan Baltazor Merry Christmas!!!!!

Rob Sparling Nice pic! Merry Christmas!

Louanna Miller Beautiful family!!

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2548 days ago

Dan Baltazor, Debbie Kelly, Debbie Kelly and 9 others reacted to this

Recovering with my dog Teddy.

Debbie Moriarty Yay!! Good for you! And Teddy!!

Dan Baltazor Great recovery pic Mark. Nice talking to you today.

Rob Sparling 👍

Judy S Looking healthy and happy!

Sara Moyce Teddy must be great support!🐶. My sweet kitty has constantly been by my side 😁

Catie B What a little love! You both look great.

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2551 days ago

Susan Lynn, Lisa Guinan, Dan Baltazor and 2 others reacted to this

By the way I like this view much better than the hospital!

Lisa Guinan Isn’t it great to be home? Have a Merry Christmas and Happy Healing!

Dan Baltazor Welcome home!

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2551 days ago

Susan Lynn, Lisa Guinan, Shannon Gray reacted to this

My family decorated my hospital bed and now I’m resting. Hard to believe it’s been less than 5 days since the surgery. For all those awaiting your surgery ...Read more

My family decorated my hospital bed and now I’m resting. Hard to believe it’s been less than 5 days since the surgery. For all those awaiting your surgery you’ll get through it and be on the other side in no time❤️❤️

Louanna Miller Looks like you are well taken care of there. Take it one day at a time. I found the first 2-3 weeks ... Read more

Louanna Miller Looks like you are well taken care of there. Take it one day at a time. I found the first 2-3 weeks to be the most difficult. Take care of you.

Karen Warren Love the blanket.

Susan Lynn Looking great! I also love the blanket - looks like your daughter's contribution. ❤

Dan Baltazor Enjoy that bed for recovery. You look like you're doing GREAT!

Dan Vechiola Looking great Mark. Keep up the great work!

Debbie Moriarty Good job!!!

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2554 days ago

Susan Lynn, Rob Sparling, Dan Baltazor and 3 others reacted to this

Finally seeing my incision for the first time❤️

Lisa Guinan You’ll be amazed how good it looks in a month.

Susan Lynn Looking great!

Dan Vechiola Time to heal. One day at a time Mark. You are going to be surprised how fast time is going to fly. ... Read more

Dan Vechiola Time to heal. One day at a time Mark. You are going to be surprised how fast time is going to fly. Keep up the great work.

Louanna Miller I remember the first time I saw my incision. Three months out and I am not ashamed of it and if it s ... Read more

Louanna Miller I remember the first time I saw my incision. Three months out and I am not ashamed of it and if it shows I’m fine with that. We earn the scar as we persevere through surgery and recovery.

Thankful you are a day closer to hospital discharge.

Rob Sparling Mark, you are looking good buddy! That is a nice looking incision and you will be happy with it! Ti ... Read more

Rob Sparling Mark, you are looking good buddy! That is a nice looking incision and you will be happy with it! Time to get up and around, there are floor tiles to wear out! 👍

Dan Baltazor 3 weeks and mine looks much better, hang in there and let your body heal

Sara Moyce Congrats on being other side of surgery! Yes first view of my scar difficult but I am so grateful to ... Read more

Sara Moyce Congrats on being other side of surgery! Yes first view of my scar difficult but I am so grateful to be alive❤️

Anders Carlos It’s a sign of strength and courage for all of us.

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2555 days ago

Rob Sparling, Louanna Miller, Dan Baltazor and 1 other reacted to this

It’s only been a little over 24 hours and recovery is going very well. Left ICU about 3 hours ago and have most of my tubes out. I’ve had a couple meals ...Read more

It’s only been a little over 24 hours and recovery is going very well. Left ICU about 3 hours ago and have most of my tubes out. I’ve had a couple meals and am ready to order dinner. I don’t think recovery can go any better. My surgeon stopped by th

Kathy Archambault That's so awesome Mark! I am scheduled first thing tomorrow morning. Need to be at the hospital for 5 ... Read more

Kathy Archambault That's so awesome Mark! I am scheduled first thing tomorrow morning. Need to be at the hospital for 5:15. Hope I do as well as you! You look great!

Dan Baltazor So glad to hear that your recovery is going well and headed in the right direction.

Lisa Guinan Yay! You’ll be better every day. Pain meds are your friend.

Jill McDonald You look great Mark! Can't wait to be part of the club on Friday!

Rob Sparling Excellent! Way to go! ❤️💪

Jennifer McInerney Congrats! Glad to hear you are doing well

Dan Vechiola Way to go Mark! Keep on marching one day at a time.

Louanna Miller Wow!! I wish your recovery had been mine. I’m so glad you are progressing so quickly and so well. ... Read more

Louanna Miller Wow!! I wish your recovery had been mine. I’m so glad you are progressing so quickly and so well.

Judy S Congrats Mark and to your continued good recovery!

Susan Lynn Fantastic news, Mark!

Ricky Stutts Great news Mark

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2557 days ago

Lisa Guinan, Susan Lynn, Dan Baltazor and 3 others reacted to this

Surgery in less than 24 hours. Probably be last post for a few days. Have my family and Heart Valve family with me🙏 ❤️🙏

Susan Lynn Great pic of you and your beautiful family, Mark! We'll be here awaiting your good news and updates! ... Read more

Susan Lynn Great pic of you and your beautiful family, Mark! We'll be here awaiting your good news and updates! All the best, tomorrow!

Dan Baltazor Peace today. Yes, we will be waiting.

Karen Warren Prayers your way, Mark and family.

Louanna Miller Praying for a successful surgery and complete healing. Once you are I. The step down room take it one ... Read more

Louanna Miller Praying for a successful surgery and complete healing. Once you are I. The step down room take it one day at a time.

Jill McDonald Steady hands for your medical team and strong spirit for your family and blessings for better health. ... Read more

Jill McDonald Steady hands for your medical team and strong spirit for your family and blessings for better health. Almost to the other side of surgery!