Larry's Posts

Returned from a lovely 4 day stay at Providence Saint Vincent Hospital. Tests confirmed both my atrial and mitral valves are failing, after only six years. They are both cow valves. Has anyone experienced a premature failure of either bovine or porcine valves? My cardiologist if focusing on inflammation issues, ESD is 46. I appreciate any thoughts.

Larry- This is the most extraordinary "short film" to see today and I had my husband sit at the computer as I watched it over and over again watching your little "Andelyn" grand daughter use up all of that energy in her video to you! What a treasure, both She and the video. Just remember when you are wheeled into your surgery and you are wearing one of those goofy clown hats and snake like socks, that all of that energy that this child possesses also comes from your blood too and imagine that while you are heading in....that cute little rascal climbing upward on those stairs at the play place and then sliding down....no hesitation....no doubt she could do it.Same goes for you Grandpa! YOU CAN DO THIS TOO! What a kindness to share this video on such a special day! I can say that there are many reasons to submit to this surgery and of course She is only one so please enter into your surgery with confidence and the knowledge that you are up to anything it will take to get you back on your feet and back home again to those you love and who love you! I will pray for your big day tomorrow-that all runs smoothly and your heart remains strong and welcomes the help it is offered to continue on with your life!