This is a NFT but I put it out this way so BB56 will see it. Please don’t delete! Bruce (among quite a few other BBI’ers, too many to acknowledge here) reached out to me during my issue. Don’t know if he’s back from his self imposed ‘don’t post during the season’ and he doesn’t look at NFT threads either. Fickled ol’ man! LOL.
Anyway it’s all about ME!
I don’t know how much was out here, but I had a major health issue starting on August 29th. Developed an aneurism that backed up and burst into my Illac caused me to have my right leg amputated. At the same time I coded 2x’s but God was on my side and said “not yet”.
I then was able to check off one of my bucket list items.I got a helicopter ride from the hospital here in Clermont Fl. To Orlando Regional!! They prepared my wife to not expect me to come back. I was in ICU for a good month and then back to Clermont for another couple weeks. After two months I was back home but still had some issues.
Anyway, I’m doing very good. I’ve been released from all the doctors with 6 month check ups. Received a prosthetic leg and been going to Rehab to learn to walk with it. That’s been harder than I thought.
BETTER THAN A MEDIUM PEPSI! I’ve been a season ticket holder sInce 1975. Yeah! I’m a fool for buying the PSL. My son wrote the Giants about my issues and they sent me a miniature helmet Autographed by Eli. Limited edition, numbered. Thought that was a beautiful gesture.
My son said one of the first things I asked after I woke was “ Who did the Giants cut”! I didn’t watch much the first half of the season, but was able to get back into it. Tommy cutlets made it entertaining for a few weeks.
Glad you are feeling better.
One of my better moves was dropping my season tickets when PSLs started. Got to be there for the entirety of Giants Stadium and none of the Tuna Can....kids starting college was my savior there.
Stay healthy and glad you are back.
Take care of yourself and I hope the therapy goes well and walking once again becomes routine for you
I happen to be reading a book on Near Death Experiences (NDEs). If you don't mind me asking, did you experience anything when you coded?
If you don't want to discuss that's fine. Glad you're healing!
God bless you!
Our tailgate used to average 75 to 100 people now dwindling to around 30 to 40.
The distance I travel for over priced garbage is beginning to add up. Yet with in being the 100th season will probably hang on ... again.
Wishing you the best if your recovery Go Giants.
Anyone living life with prosthetics is a fucking badass, and has my utmost respect.
God bless.
Best of luck moving forward, pal.
Dr.D no I didn't have any experiences. Thought about that later, because I had heard people experienced it.
Gidie anyway I can search for the thread you mentioned. That was in my dark days and I wasn't on BBI for a while.
Glad this didn't turn into a DJ Thread!
I really enjoyed meeting you and your wife at the Jax game and to see the old photos and memorabilia. It was a great day all around. Hope your recovery continues and we get to meet again at a future game. The Giants play in Carolina and Atlanta next year!!
By the way, the podcast still isn't a family show:)
Stay strong my friend!!!
I live just outside of Tampa but have had the pleasure of visiting Clermont a couple of times...I really love your town. Do you get a chance to get on the lakes? I am in the Elks organization and you have a nice little Elks lodge in Clermont. The Elks trend more older folks and I've visited twice and everyone was super friendly. If you are not a member, youight check it out, you'd likely fit in well with them
I know they do have a charity poker boat run on the lake(s?) every year which seems like a blast.
I really enjoyed meeting you and your wife at the Jax game and to see the old photos and memorabilia. It was a great day all around. Hope your recovery continues and we get to meet again at a future game. The Giants play in Carolina and Atlanta next year!!
By the way, the podcast still isn't a family show:)
Bruce emailed me. Thanks!
As others have said keep fighting.
And so happy for you and family.
I was a tad feeling sorry for myself today for my "joint aches and pains" at age 70. I immediately got over it once I read your post. "Get my ass off of the couch" is my new game.
Thanks!
Solar Mike
We’ve never met or interacted but this made my day nonetheless. Amazing story. Keep fighting the good fight.
Your good spirits are an inspiration, thanks.
I live just outside of Tampa but have had the pleasure of visiting Clermont a couple of times...I really love your town. Do you get a chance to get on the lakes? I am in the Elks organization and you have a nice little Elks lodge in Clermont. The Elks trend more older folks and I've visited twice and everyone was super friendly. If you are not a member, youight check it out, you'd likely fit in well with them
I know they do have a charity poker boat run on the lake(s?) every year which seems like a blast.
Have a couple of friends that belong to the Elks here in town. Went once to meet them. Everyone was super friendly.
'Downtown' Clermont has really become a vibrant area. Lots of places to get something to eat and drink. Today they are closing down the main street for a BBQ and Brew festival. Weather doesn't look likes it's going to cooperate. Suncreek Brewery is hosting its annual Irish festival, March 16th ad 17th. The town closes the street in front of the Brewery , sets up a stage and quiet a few Irish themed bands come and play. Everyone dresses in their finest Green.
The Villages is about 25 miles nw of me. Let me know when you're down and we can meet up!
Fred's thread - ( New Window )
Hopefully we can get together for a game this upcoming season