[Matchlock]

Hello guys (and girls of course);

Well, I was back at the doctor again this morning and he dropped a bomb on me. I guess the results of my echocardiograph tests were back and after checking my blood pressure (normal) as usual, he asked me this question. He said, "Bud, would you consider a heart transplant?"

Well, I thought I'd been gut shot. I was absolutely stunned. After a short discussion on the pro's and con's of things he said "Ok, we'll get you on the list, and in the meantime I'm sending you to Rouge Valley (a hospital here in Ontario) for a Pacemaker/Defibrillator."

Isn't it funny how one's entire world can change in just a few minutes. I guess I should have expected this coming but for some reason I didn't. What a surprise.

I'm letting you all know about this because you asked me to let you know more when I found out, and because you've all been so very kind, what with my mother's accident on her chairlift and then with my own health issues. Many of you are like family to me. At least that's the way I see you anyway.

Thanks for listening lads, I feel a little better already.

Bud

 

[NORTEXED]

My prayers are with you Sir, we don't have enough good guys like you that we can aford to lose any, so please, do what the Dr.'s ask.

 

[Colt-SL]

God bless you my dear friend; I can empathize with you somewhat. As you know, I was diagnosed with terminal cancer. But I have been in complete remission for 8 years. The power of positive thinking and LOTS of prayer. And prayers are with you this day, forward!

Another dear friend is on the pacemaker/defib and is doing great, while a close friend/shooter buddy is 10 years with a young lady's heart beating inside him. His heart transplant was a modern miracle of life that has kept him going in better shape than ever. God be with you and accept our sincerest prayers Bud!

 

[LEO918]

Prayers sent Amigo Mio.

 

[ace]

wishing you well bud, you're up to the challenge!

 

[BobWright]

Yeah, some little thing you never suspected can grab ahold of you and turn you around in an instant. I've been sort of down that road, the doctor said I was one step away from a drop-dead heart attack.

But with modern medicine, and God's grace, you can overcome. My prayers are that you do.

Bob Wright

 

[Wyatt Burp]

So sorry to hear that, Bud. I might have missed some info you posted in the past and didn't know the extent or depth of it. You do have a bunch of friends here and a support system, even though we all haven't met face to face. I hope the wait isn't too long and you get this done and feel better soon.

 

[Mike Faires]

All my best Bud, prayers up.

 

[Hopalong]

Bud, You're always in my prayers! Hang in there, friend! Tim

 

[Calibre 38]

Hang in there Bud! Your friends are saying a Prayer for you...Jim

 

[Chaffee]

Can't say much that hasn't already been said. Take care & God Bless, Bud.

 

[GuitarsAndGuns]

My little sister has had a pacemaker since she was 11 years old and is now 38 and going strong. I'm not sure what your heart issues actually are, but you have plenty to be hopeful for. Wish you all the best.

 

[smokey04]

Well Bud, the good Lord never puts anything on us that he thinks we can't manage. He obviously has a high opinion of the quality of man he knows you to be. Get a heart from a 23 year old pole dancer and you'll be high kicking in tall cotton! Please no speedos allowed!
Start a special new rig and leave it half finished. That way when St. Pete sees it he'll send you back to finish it up. Seriously, God bless you and yours you all have a tough road ahead, but with prayers and our shovelin' in the pot holes you're going to be better than Dolly Parton in a string bikini! Chin up and show'em who they're messin' with. Your friend , Nick

 

[WIL TERRY]

LORD HAVE MERCY, Bud.
I've beat the grim reaper four times and now you can also.

 

[Jim Martin]

What all the other postings said & doubled from me,get that book that I sent u & take it w/u to the horsepistol,[ that's cowboy for hospital}lots of pictures,it'll keep your heart beating.

 

[eagleeye]

Blessing sent your way,prayers for you and family

 

[Joe A.]

My prayers are with you and your family. I enjoy your posts and seeing your leatherwork. Joe A.

 

[Tranter45]

All the best mate. Thinking of you.

 

[Rick]

Bud, Grab the Good Book and read Jeremiah 29:11.

 

[w30dreamin]

I offer my prayers,I wish you the best.

Walter