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Not to be pompous, stuck up or consceeded, but I wanted to share with you a little on my progress and a set back I had. For the first 2 1/2 to 3 weeks things were going extremely well. My recooperation was going much much faster than the doctors predicted. Then, last week on Tuesday or Wednesday, (I cannot remember) I was released and planned to return to work this coming Monday. Well, then came along Thursday and nausea set in. Then Diahrea, etc. I had little to no appetite and was constantly going to the bathroom etc. I could not check e-mail or anything because the computer screen made me sick. Friday I began bleeding so Kristen took me back to the hospital. After countless tests, catscans, and 15 hours in the hospital I came home. I slept for the most part Friday night, all day Saturday, Saturday night and awoke this morning. Of course, there were times in there that I was up for an hour here or there. There is some concern that my descending AORTA is now beginning to tear. The ASCENDING AORTA is the one that ruptured and they fixed. The doctor that looked at the catscan spoke to my Cardiac Thorascic surgeon from the hospital Friday and I now have to go back to the Cardiac Surgeon on Tuesday for his review of the catscan. I hope it is negative and I can resume "normal" activity as per last week and return to work. I was wondering if maybe some AMSOIL SERIES 2000 RACING TWO-CYCLE OIL added to the diet may help slicken' things up a bit? :p

If I have to go through another surgery like that again I do not know if I can handle it, nor could I put Kristen through it. Unfortunately, Friday, when I got word of this I suffered a panic attack which is something totally foreign to me. VERY SCARY STUFF! Some depression has since set in, but I am trying to keep my mind occupied in the mean time. Some of you have called in the last few days and I have been bad about getting back to you. I will try to do so today. I have either been totally drugged up and out of it, or have just not wanted to speak to anyone. I am sorry, please do not take it personal. I just wanted everyone to know so you did not think I was blowing you off. Thank you to everyone for all of your thoughts and concern.

As always, an EXTRA SPECIAL thanks go out to some of my very closest of friends whom I consider family:

Hot Boat and his wife Jessica
Tantrum and the NJ Firecracker Christine
excavator, minime and Rachel

I am now off to TARGET with Kristen to get out of the house and get some exercise. Catch you cats later! :cool:

Oh, check out this SICK AZZ VIDEO! http://www.haleyinsurance.com/brad/cart.wmv

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time will heal you, you can't rush time...

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Shane when you feel up to it give me a call. I remember I also hated getting calls when I was sick so I have not wanted to bother ya. Keep your chin up buddy you WILL get through all this and be stronger then before and have a much different outlook on life I am sure. Hang in there good buddy and you do know that your snow mobil will rust out if it does not get used so I will swing by when ever you are ready :D:D :p :p

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Shane;
Take care and know that many of us here are pulling for you. I know about the phone thing. I remember that after my surgery the vibratinon from my vocal cords caused pain. Listen to the doctors and do whatever it takes to get well.
Roger

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Try cutting back on watching the porn and start watching some more Martha Stewart :p :p

Get well soon buddy! We're all prayin for ya! :D :D :cool: :cool:

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Just keep on it, don't take anything for granted and check all "strange" feelings. Kristen is strong, don't even think about it, she would be far better with these setbacks than the alternative. I sure wish I was closer and could help but you have plenty of Family and OSO folks near by. I had a panic attach after an MRI once, man was that a scare, I swear it was a hear attach but the tests say no. Just hang in there and by all means tell us; talking it out is the best form of therepy. I had never had a panic attach, I know it was a combination of my Divorce, the tube and thinking I needed surgery for my back. I didn't but it was a mountian of worry that caused it. Hang tough, I am here for ya, just let me know how I can help. Good thing old yeller is around, they can feel these things and I bet she is great comfort (second to your wife of course :D ) Keep her close, just petting her can reduce a ton of stress, If I didn't have mine I would be a wreck. Here she is to help you remember :D

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Keep getting better Shane. :drink: NK

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Take your time and do this one the right way Shane. It's not a race!! :p :D :drink:

Craig

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Shane,

Don't worry about the panic attack. I got whiplash in a car accident about six months ago. It still has not fully healed. I was reading about what can go wrong with your neck on the web because I still had pain, how the nerves for the entire lower body pass through the vertebrae, can get pinched, and can require surgery. Next thing I knew, I was extremely light headed, and had to make a quick exit to the bathroom, because I thought I was going to throw up. This happened to me, and my situation was far less serious than yours. I have a theory that mechanical kinds of guys like us, are not too use to this "body stuff". Fixing a body is not like fixing a boat.

Also, do whatever you can to get your spirits up. It has been proven that the body heals much faster when you have a positive outlook. Turn on the comedy channel, review fun times in your life, talk to friends, pray, have friends pray for you...I know it sounds silly, but it has been shown to work. The mind is very powerful.

Good luck! We're pulling for you!

Michael

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Speedy,,,safe recovery for you... and don't get in a hurry!!

Be safe bro and heal up..don't hesitate to call if you need something!!

Shawn

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You're in our prayers.

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Get well soon... STAY STRONG!!!

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Keep a positive outlook and concentrate on getting better, I hope for the best for you.

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We're all pulling and praying for you. Hang in there and get well soon. Sheenin's gonna start soon!! :D

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Shane, Just want you to know you are in my thoughts. Call when you feel up to talking and by all means let me know if you need anything. Stay positive!!! Got you room all set in Old Forge so listen to the doctors and we will be riding before you know it.

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Shane, I hope you get well soon. Don't listen to DaveP, Porn is your friend :D

And Martha is a @#$&!

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Speedy Recovery.
Stay Upbeat!

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Just thinking about your revcovery today as a matter of fact. As always, Godspeed in healing, but stick it out. You are stronger than you think, and so are those around you.

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You have to keep at it. A positive attitude is great medicine, your body can do wonderful things to repair itself if you give it a chance. You have a whole world full of "firends" here pulling for you too.

-Greg

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Don't know about the Amzoil, but you know where you can get an endless supply of free Mobil 1 if that will help, don't you? Think positive, and trust your firends - it will all be good.

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"Not to be pompous, stuck up or consceeded, but I wanted to share with you a little on my progress and a set back I had. "

First off, don't be a goof. You're not being pompous. You know we're all very concerned about you and we genuinely want to know how you're doing.

I'm really sorry to hear of the most recent events, and I truly hope that everything is okay.

You mentioned that you got out of the hospital last week (if I have that right) and you thought you were going back to work this week? Please tell me I'm overtired over here. I noticed a lack of saying that you were cleared by the doctors to go to work.

I really wonder if you're rushing this a little. Shane, really...slow down, do it once and do it right.

This isn't like a quickie where you end up with the same end result as you do if you take your time. (gonna try to relate to you on a level you'll get really quick :p )

Shane, do it once and do it right. Don't try to do things too fast. You know how greatful you are for Kristen...she's important to you. Guess what, you're important to her. Take some of that new compassion and understanding and apply it to yourself immediately. And that's the only thing you should do fast for a few more weeks. ;)

relax..it will happen.

As for the panic attacks. Been there. Suck don't they? Sorry you went through that.

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Shane,

I've been keeping you in my prayers everyday. Sorry to hear about the set backs.

The Docs will take good care of you. Just do what they say. You know you have us all here for any inspirational support.

We will not let you down!

Keep up on your recovery!

Good luck and get well!

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Stay strong brother...recovery is a process that can't be hurried in order for it to be lasting.

Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Sean & Terra

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Shane, Glad your still here...take it slow.

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take it slow . don't rush things. try some chronic ali g style for the upset tummy it always works for me. Now where do i get one o those karts? peace out

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Shane, like the others have said, healing is a slow process. Please, please don't rush it. I know inactivity is a b!tch, but sometimes you just have to ride it out. Laughter, prayer, and Kristen by your side will work wonders. Take care and feel free to talk to any of us anytime.

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Sorry to hear you're still feeling bad. Hope you hear good news from the Dr. Tue.

Keep us up to date.

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Take it slow and easy buddy!!!

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What a great picture Mitch! Zoe sure does make me feel better! Gonna snow snow snow today! :cool:

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Thanks for the kind words Michael. :cool:

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Keep Positive Shane. It will all work out !!

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Thanks Chuck! I am looking forward to it. Might need some help studding the new track one weekend if you are up to it. I will call you later today. :cool:

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LMAO!

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Keep positive, Shane. Healing takes time, but you're getting there. Best wishes, get well soon!

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Hey Shane

Hang in there, The best therapy is right here on OSO :cool:

P.S.
Tell chuck to keep the Mobil 1 and send some of Diannes red wine it will have you up and running in no time

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Hang in there Shane, be strong... you'll be better before you know it!!



Holy crap, that video is nuts!! Mad scientist + gear-head = CRAZY KART!!!! :D

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Bob, Bob, Bob, now WE ALL know that Mr. Chuck buys the pants and Dianne wears them. Asking Chuck to take Dianne's wine is like trying to ask DaveP to part with PORN! It just AIN'T gonna happen! :D

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Thanks Nick! :drink:

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Pretty neat huh? :cool: Thanks! :D

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Take it slow Buddy!!!! We are all here for ya. Hope you feel better soon!! :D