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    From a great birthday to sucky in 30 seconds :(

    First, I’d like to thank everyone for all the birthday wishes. It really means a lot to me. Lynn and I were having a very enjoyable weekend and she had a surprise planned for me. A nice dinner then a concert. I know, I know, I’m old ... but it was a GREAT concert, don’t laugh ... the Righteous Brothers. I totally enjoyed it.

    Then the phone call came in. My sister said my mom was rushed to the hospital, unresponsive. She’s in ICU and we’re told she had a heart attack AND possibly a stroke. She’s in the initial stages of pneumonia and they can’t do an MRI to check for a stroke because she can’t lie flat long enough due to fluid build-up in her lungs. Her eyes are open, but she can’t speak.

    Sooo, I went on-line and grabbed a flight for this morning, then we hauled ass back home so I could pack a bag. Then turned around and headed back to Orlando. Since we already had a room for the night anyway and my flight leaves out of Orlando, it helped take a little of the sting out of it all. Then I realized my Global Entry Card w/ TSA Pre-check is at home with my passport. Arrrggghhh, I had to pull my shoes, etc. and go through the stinkin’ TSA line. Of course my luggage got flagged and they had to dig through everything. I’ll arrive with a suitcase full of wrinkled clothes now.

    Here I sit at the airport on a full flight and of course the last minute ticket purchase means a center seat. At 6’2” and a tad under 300-lbs, I’m sure my seat mates AND myself will be fairly miserable in coach.

    Anyway, my mom isn’t expected to pull through this, but if she does, there will be no quality of life. I really don’t know what to expect and can only hope she’s still with us at least until I get there.

    Thanks again guys. I only bought a one-way ticket, so I don’t know when I’ll be back (Houston). My mom could use some of your prayers right now. I’m not all that good at it.
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    Prayers your way.. We'll be thinking of you...
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    I know it's a tough day for you, Jim.....prayers headed your way, my friend. !!!
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    Sorry to hear that about your mom Thumper Prayers your way.

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    Sorry to hear that Jim. Prayers coming your family’s way.




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    Tough sledding, brother. All my best headed your way.
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    You’ve got it man. Let us know if there’s anything else we can do.


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    In Atlanta boarding my connecting flight right now. Thanks guys. This is tough.

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    Jim, prayers for your mom, you, and your family. Not coming, but already done. Hang in there and let us know how it’s going.

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    Real sorry to hear about your Mom, Jim. That's a tough one. Wishing all the best for the old girl and yourself.

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    Praying for you guys Jim.
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    Sorry Jimmy! Check back in when you get a chance.

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    So sorry to hear this Jim. My best to you and your mom.

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    Man, I hate to hear this. I will keep you both in mind.

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    Well, mom’s a tough old bird. She was practically paralyzed, couldn’t speak (just grunts) and couldn’t close her mouth. When I walked in the room last evening she actually uttered two words! (My son) I gave her a hug, and she turned her head to look at me and actually cracked a small smile. I’m told it’s a 100% improvement from the norm. It’s a good sign.




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    Lots of prayers heading your way for you, your family and your mom!

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    Dude! Back up off her! You're gonna get your ugliness on her! Glad to hear she's getting better.
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    Glad you made it down there in one piece Jim!

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    Praying for continued improvement. I’m sure it is comforting to both of you knowing that you are together.


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    She prolly smiled because someone let the dude from Despicable Me in her room.

    (Seriously, I’m sure you being there means a lot. Hang in there Jim.)


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    Yep, boy, she marked you well.....you both got those rosy cheeks !!!
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    Prayers for both you and the lovely lady!

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    How's she doin', Jimmy? Any better? My Mom hated the rehab places so much she actually put forth effort to get herself out of them.
    If we all threw our problems in a pile, and you saw everyone else's problems-- you'd take yours back.

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