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SPL2000
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I am going into Mayo Hospital today for repair and maintenance. I have had a heart problem for several years and had hoped to prolong this until the end of the season.

It didn't happen. So, today, I am getting a new Aorta Valve (cute little thingy made from a cow)and my main artery repaired (this is the same problem that killed John Ritter last year)

According to my doctors, survival rate is 98% which is good odds. However, anytime you go into surgery and have your heart shut down for a while, its not going to be fun. The alternative is not acceptable.

So, God willing, I will see you all on line in a few weeks. I understand I will be in ICU for a couple of days and homebound for about 8 weeks.

I want everyone to know that if something should go wrong, it's been one hell of a trip and it has been a pleasure knowing each of you. Thats called protecting my butt..I will see you on line in a little while.

But if you have a little prayer handy, now would be the time to use it.

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i think i speak for everyone when i say alma will be in our hearts and prayers.

here's wishing you a SAFE surgery and a very SPEEDY recovery !!!!!

you'll be missed at finals this year, but i know you'll bewatching us on dbtv from the comfort of your home !!!

get well soon "Ma"

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We wish you the best Alma. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you. Good luck and we will see you soon!

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quote:
Originally posted by PornStar:
i think i speak for everyone when i say alma will be in our hearts and prayers.

here's wishing you a SAFE surgery and a very SPEEDY recovery !!!!!

you'll be missed at finals this year, but i know you'll bewatching us on dbtv from the comfort of your home !!!

get well soon "Ma"

I'll piggy back off of these statements. You're an icon in our sport, and we all love ya!

Have a safe surgery and a speedy recovery!

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Most definitely.... thoughts and prayers. You are one truly remarkable lady. Much love and respect. [Smile]

and HAPPY BIRTHDAY !!

[ 09-22-2006, 09:39 AM: Message edited by: 8675309 ]

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Everyone is with ya Ma

and like you said if god says it's time, then heya did you live life out best you can?

I think most of us would say yes, you Rocked it [Smile]

anyway here is to talking to you again real soon
your big bass family

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Good luck Alma...

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Today is also Alma's birthday.


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.....and many, many more!

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quote:
Originally posted by shaven99ranger:
quote:
Originally posted by PornStar:
i think i speak for everyone when i say alma will be in our hearts and prayers.

here's wishing you a SAFE surgery and a very SPEEDY recovery !!!!!

you'll be missed at finals this year, but i know you'll bewatching us on dbtv from the comfort of your home !!!

get well soon "Ma"

I'll piggy back off of these statements. You're an icon in our sport, and we all love ya!

Have a safe surgery and a speedy recovery!

x2

we love you alma and jordyn says Hi!

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We all wish you the "BEST"!!!!
Ive enjoyed our e-mails and look foward to talking to you again!!!! [Smile]

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God Bless Alma, can't wait to see you kickin back in the lanes soon... [Smile]

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quote:
Originally posted by shaven99ranger:
quote:
Originally posted by PornStar:
i think i speak for everyone when i say alma will be in our hearts and prayers.

here's wishing you a SAFE surgery and a very SPEEDY recovery !!!!!

you'll be missed at finals this year, but i know you'll bewatching us on dbtv from the comfort of your home !!!


get well soon "Ma"

I'll piggy back off of these statements. You're an icon in our sport, and we all love ya!

Have a safe surgery and a speedy recovery!

Well said. I will keep you in my prayers.

[ 09-22-2006, 07:34 PM: Message edited by: bubgoesboom ]

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Definately will keep you in my prayers 'Ma!

Take care of yourself, and get better soon!

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quote:
Originally posted by SPL2000:
Today is also Alma's birthday.


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.....and many, many more!

Yes it is the womans birthday and she will pull through!!! she is very tough and strong you know you are in my prayers Ma!!

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We love ya ma
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quote:
Originally posted by PornStar:
i think i speak for everyone when i say alma will be in our hearts and prayers.

You sure do !

Wayne , make that DbTv is working ... [Wink]

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quote:
Originally posted by PornStar:
i think i speak for everyone when i say alma will be in our hearts and prayers.

here's wishing you a SAFE surgery and a very SPEEDY recovery !!!!!

you'll be missed at finals this year, but i know you'll bewatching us on dbtv from the comfort of your home !!!

get well soon "Ma"

Absolutely...have a safe surgery and a speedy recovery.

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The mayo clinic is the best there is for anything!

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Have a speedy recovery and Happy Birthday Alma.

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happy birthday Alma and have a quick recovery. Was fun chatting with you at nopi!

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Have a safe surgery and a speedy recovery! Your in our prayers!!!

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quote:
Originally posted by assman:
Have a speedy recovery and Happy Birthday Alma.

x2 [Smile]

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