On October 16, 2011...
Hi John, Sounds like you are being a good boy and doing all the right things. Continue and you will be like the Hulk soon. LOL Best wishes!
On October 16, 2011...
Hi John,

Recovery is slow work but it sounds like you are doing well. I remember taking Jerry 3 times a week for 3 hours. It seemed we we had developed a new life style but we finished.
Before you know it you will be back at work on on the dance floor. See you there soon.
Peggy
On October 13, 2011...
Hi John. Sounds like you are motivated with those 2x25-minute walks a day. I'm 5-1/2 months post op for same condition and go on 5 hr mountain hikes and even more craziness (swim a mile, run 6, etc). Because I kept moving the bar week to week and pushed myself in rehab. As long as you are getting stronger and building stamina, keep upping it up. But listen to your body so you don't overdo it. In no time you are going to be in great shape. All the best to you, sir. -- DVB
John Lund  Thanks, the current exercise levels are a bit frustrating when I consider what I was doing before th ... Read more
On October 11, 2011...
John,

How was rehab? Is your stamina improving? I will be going in for surgery Monday.

Take Care,

Curt Holmes
On October 6, 2011...
Just me again. Glad to hear that you are doing all of the right things. Keep going.
On October 5, 2011...
Very good to see another entry in your journal! 3 weeks would seem to be good start on the road to full recovery. I hope you don't get too involved with work related email.
Chris
John Lund  Most of the work e-mail is quickly disposed of since I cannot do anything about it anyway. It is mai ... Read more
On October 5, 2011...
I have one question, when is the dancing allowed again?
John Lund  Don't know yet, it is a matter of my energy and stamina. Also, I am limited in how much I can lift, ... Read more
On September 29, 2011...
Yaaaaa for John! You are doing great. Linda
On September 28, 2011...
Hi John, I hope everything is going well for you. Hope to see you soon at the dance studio. Linda Winstead.
On September 28, 2011...
Hey John,

We miss you here at the bar. i hope your recovery continues to go well.

cindy maples
On September 26, 2011...
Thanks for the update John! Sounds like you are getting good care from your family. At least you can keep up with things on your computer. I know you miss kicking up your heels and doing other things, but do what the doctor instructs! Praying for a quick recovery. Jan
On September 26, 2011...
John,

I am glad to hear that you are doing well. My name is Curtis Holmes and I live in Hardin Valley off Pellissippi Parkway.

I am scheduled for Mitral Valve replacement in October at Park West. I would be interested in your experience at Park West and with your Surgeon.

Thanks

Curt Holmes
865-247-5317
865-898-6464
CurtisHolmes@Comcast.net
On September 22, 2011...
Hi John, So glad you are doing well. Be a good boy and do everything they tell you to do and you will be out and about very soon. Linda
On September 22, 2011...
I'm really happy for how well you have done John, and now that you are home I am sure recovery will go even faster. Thank God for all that can be done to make our lives so much better. You will continue in my prayers until you are up dancing again.

Best wishes and prayers,
Steve Krupski
On September 22, 2011...
John,

I'm glad to hear you are doing so well. Just wanted to say as you rest and heal, know that you are thought of and wished a quick recovery.

Patty Cranfiled
On September 22, 2011...
So great to hear you got to go home John! I pray you have a very speedy recovery. Let us know if there is anything at all we can do to help you.

Ron
On September 21, 2011...
YEAAAAAHHHHHHH JOHN!!!

Great to hear your early recovery is going well.

Keep on tickin!
Adam Pick
John Lund  Hi Adam,

Thank you for providing this wonderful website and also the book The Patient's Guide to Hea ... Read more
On September 21, 2011...
I have been following your progress by reading your Journal. That is a great way to keep everyone informed. It was good to see your own entries being made again. Hope every day and week is better than the previous. It seems to be an extreme way to justify a little time off!
Chris Haerr
On September 21, 2011...
Hang in there, John. Sounds like you are doing well. Things go a little slower than we like but recovery will come. Still keeping you in my prayers.

Peggy
On September 21, 2011...
glad everything went well, john and that you are home. now you can critique DWTS from your recliner.

robin
On September 20, 2011...
Hey John, BF, I have been thinking about you every day but didn't know how to get hold of you. I am so happy to hear everything went well & you are feeling a little better. I can't believe it's only 7 days since the surgery & you are already at Johan's. I thought you'd be in the hospital a lot longer.
I have to go to my Mom's for a few days but will be back on the weekend so will check for more updates then.
Take care & say hi to Johan & Maria for me.
Lots of love, Pat
On September 20, 2011...
Hi John! So glad your surgery went well and you are well on your way to full recovery! Maria did a great job keeping everyone updated. Get plenty of rest and save me a dance, because I expect you to let me know as soon as you can get back on the floor!! Love, Lisa
On September 20, 2011...
Glad you are home John and doing well! Take it easy and let me know if you need anything. Jan



On September 20, 2011...
Glad to know that you are home, in a bit less pain and sitting up. I like the updates; they keep me from worrying. Keep on working at building your strength. I am glad that your son is able to be there for you and able to help. Should you need something and he is not able to help, please let me know. I am off on Fridays and could drive you to an appointment it that be the case. Cathy Scavone and I thought about bringing you a meal soon; we have to have a list of do's and dont's....take care and hope you are back on your feet soon! Trish
On September 20, 2011...
Hi John,
I am so glad that you are doing well. Hopefully, you got a chance to go home yesterday. We all miss you at work and wish you a speedy recovery.
Roshellia
On September 19, 2011...
Just a note to the care givers. Thanks for taking such good care of our friend, John.
On September 19, 2011...
John, So glad you are doing well. Hope to see you soon.
On September 19, 2011...
I am glad your doing well.
Eric
On September 18, 2011...
Knew you would do great. Just keep on improving and you'll be dancing in no time.

Peggy
On September 18, 2011...
John, that is fantastic news that you are doing so well & may go home soonly!! Congratulations!!
Sunny
On September 17, 2011...
So good to be able to check your recovery on this site! Good to hear your doing so well.
Jan
On September 16, 2011...
John,
Hope you are continuing to feel better each day. Praying for a speedy recovery for You! Hope to see you back at work soon, we miss you!!
Terri Ward
On September 16, 2011...
Hope you are well John.

Trent
On September 16, 2011...
Hi John.... so glad you are doing so well!! 6 more days till my surgery & I look forward to similar updates from ,y daughters. I wish you the very best & a speedy recovery!!
John Lund  Hi Sunny,

Not long now.

I was discharged from the hospital today at 1:30 PM.

The surgery day went ... Read more
On September 16, 2011...
John, You are in my thoughts and prayers. Wishing you a speedy recovery. Let's dance!
On September 16, 2011...
Hi John;

So happy to hear you are doing well. I will continue to pray for you and your precious family. Talk to you soon.

Kimberlee
On September 16, 2011...
Sounds as if you are doing great. Will be back on the dance floor in no time.

Peggy
On September 16, 2011...
Hey John,
Glad to hear that you are doing so well. You are also, as always, ahead of schedule! See you soon
RRK
On September 15, 2011...
Opps, I forgot to sign my last message! Take care and hope to see you tomorrow,

Trish
On September 15, 2011...
Hey John! So glad to know that you are doing well; are you aloud to have visitors? I have off tomorrow, (Friday) and would love to stop by to see you.
On September 15, 2011...
John,
Glad to hear your surgery went well. We wish you a speedy recovery.

Bert and George
On September 15, 2011...
Keeping you in our thoughts and prayers!!! We hope you have a speedy recovery.

Jay and Kendra Ware
On September 15, 2011...
p.s. the last one about DWTS was from Robin.....so used to sending email where you see the sender.......duh !
On September 15, 2011...
John....
glad everything went well.......and i believe that you will recover beautifully. you will stay in our prayers.

p.s. by next monday, you will sitting up in bed - fully awake - and can watch DWTS !
woo hoo !

thanx for the updates
On September 15, 2011...
John,
I think I know what the problem is... you have a heart of gold. Prices of gold are so high they're trying to get some of it out! Beter watch them! Hey, man, we're thinking about you. You get better and take the utmost care.
Gary Mauldin
On September 15, 2011...
John-

Hoping that your first full day post surgery is going well. Don't let the nurses move you too quickly. Lesson learned for my dad! :) Miss you here at work an are praying for a quick recovery. Don't worry about us here at work, it'll still be here when you're ready to come back.
Darlene
On September 15, 2011...
Maria,

Thanks for the update. We are thinking about your dad...and you. Let us know if he (or you) needs anything.

Brad Dolan
On September 15, 2011...
John,
Praying for a quick and full recovery for you. We'll try to keep the usual suspects from trashing / decorating your cubicle.

John Bradley
On September 15, 2011...
John,
Praying for your quick recovery.
Missi
On September 15, 2011...
Thank you so much for the update Maria - Tell your Dad when you see him that Ron and Melanie Cox wish him a quick recovery and he is always in our prayers!

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