Riders Of Vision

Hey everyone, earlier today, I was called out of school early, when I got home, my mother, (kitty) told me that my dad (lucky) was in the hospital. He had been having chest pains, heavy breathing, and jaw pains (the nerve running to the jaw being the closest thing for the heart to affect, I'm sure Dave can attest to this) so kitty called 911, and they dispatched an ambulence to our house, they got to our house, and put him on a stretcher and brought him to parkwest hospital (#1 in the state for cardiology) hearing all this, me and my brother (jacob) got ready, and left to go to the hospital. when we got there they were doing a (standard) procedure on him, a heart cath into the right atria, where they found a 100% blocked artery and a partially blocked one :( they put 3 stents in, and a temporary pacemaker, which was removed afterwards. we were finally able to see him, and he seemed really out of it. he seemed to be able to think and speak clearly, but I think he may have still been weary for some medicine. we were able to see him a little later, and he was doing much better, and don't worry, he was still able to screw with me.  >:( :D ;D ;) the doctor said that he is doing better, and that they will have to take a look at that other artery in 6-8 weeks, but he's going to be in the hospital for a few days, mom's suprisingly not freaking out, jacob is handling it well, and I think I am too, but it's still pretty hard to see him like that :( In the mean time, it's going to be a healthy house from now on.
-Kenny

Kenny, Jacob and Penny,

I'm so very sorry that I didn't listen to my voicemail earlier today.  They're pretty strict with us about phones in class and because I had my ringer off, I didn't think to check the message until you called me back.

Pete IS in a good hospital for hearts and lots of other things and I trust any and all of the nurses in the ICU with my life...and the doctors too.  Just don't tell them that you are friends with me as they may put Lucky in 4 point restraints and roll him down the stairs....just kidding.  ::)

Anyway, I have several tests to take tomorrow and I will be there as soon as I'm done.  In the mean time, I will keep all of you in my prayers...and Vicki will too.

David

Spectre, tell Lucky to take care of his self and we will soon be hearing from him directly. Our thoughts are for your family and our prayers are for a speedy recovery, continue to help one another and soon things will get back to normal. Wishing ya'll the best.     BDC

 :o WOW!!!...Please let your dad know that Tiger and Cathy are thinking of him and your family. All our best wishes for a safe & speedy recovery... 8) I'm sure he is in good hands...explain to him that they are just cleaning and syncin' his carbs ;D :D :D :D... ;)

                              

Wow, 100% blocked!  It's good he recognized the symptoms and reached out for help. Sounds like he's in good hands now and will begin his journey to wellness soon.

You all are in my prayers so that Lucky will get a speedy recovery.

Looks like he got 'LUCKY' with a 100% blockage in him.  I hope he doesn't try to explain to the doctors how similarly finicky the human heart is just like the carbs on a Vision.   ;)

Here's another Canadian friend thinking about Lucky and his family! Get well my good man

Louis

get well soon old man!

there's nothing like a near death experience... I had one about a year and a half ago.. maybe two.....

now you get to use my favorite expression that I use everytime I come back from a motorcycle ride...







well, looks like I cheated death again  ;D ;D ;D


congratulations cheater.. and get well soon !

oh yeah, don't forget, you're getting near the 50,000 mile rear end service  :o , if you know what I mean   :laugh:

Definitely very serious stuff. We are all thinking of Lucky hoping for the best, which certainly includes a speedy recovery.

VFan

Our thoughts and prayers are with you today, you are very blessed to be still be with us.  This is truly one of the highsides in life.  Get well soon!  ;)

Yeah, Lucky you...

AKVision says.. no more greasy burgers for you.. just veggy burgers...

My best wishes and get well soon.. the V is waiting and we all know it needs to be run regular.

Take care, Lucky..

Jim.. Akvision,

Get Well soon LUCKY  :)

The whole family (excluding dad) has gotten to see this, and it means a lot guys ;) lucky's still in the ICU but he is doing MUCH better. The horrible weather prevented us from getting out of the hospital untill 12:00 so were all pretty tired...
Dave, don't worry about the message, it's cool ;)
and lol, I'll try to keep my lips sealed, but I'm not making any promises, trust me he is still has his sense of humor, when I made a joke about his shaved chest he replied with a comical "F you."  :D ;D ;)

Wow! What a shock. :o  My thoughts are with you all.  This is a wake up call for a lifestyle change.  We can all learn to like foods that are better and more healthy for us, and it is worth the effort.  To quote Red Green, "We're all pullin' for ya."

All the best to you and your family."Lucky" to have caught it when you did.

Get well soon mate, Best wishes from across the pond.

Simon

Hey, get well soon! I almost didn't see this for the latest goofball post.

good luck with the recovery best wishes from the skinner family here in ny

If they suggest bypasses, insist on color-coded AN fittings and braided lines!

Get well soon!

Frank C.

Have ya considered an in-line cholesterol filter.... ;D  So glad to hear you made it to the hospital in time... good call. All the best to you all and speedy recovery Lucky. Rich

Quote from: AdvRico on April 28, 2011, 11:55:48 AM
Have ya considered an in-line cholesterol filter.... ;D  So glad to hear you made it to the hospital in time... good call. All the best to you all and speedy recovery Lucky. Rich

based on Lucky's mechanical design abilities and inclination to take on a "fix it" challenge it wouldn't surprise me if he rigs up something  ;)

I've been accusing my wife of trying to finish me off with cholesterol for the last fifty years and all she does is tell her friends not to do it, it takes too long.    BDC

Haha, we went to see him again today, and he still hasn't gotten to get on, but I told him what you guys have said, it put a smile on his face, and he told me to tell you all that he really appreciates your concern, and all the kind words :) He was doing much better today, and is now allowed to walk around wherever he wants :D

isnt there some kind of meter to install for that? :) it sounds as if recovery is going well, i hope it stays that way and to see Lucky back on here soon!

Somebody take some USB jumper cables to Lucky so he can get back on line. ;)

Hey all! :)
Like an old Vision, it's going to take a little more than some rust & neglect to kill me!..

Thank you all for your concern & caring, I truly do apreciate it.

Here's the story from my vantage point:

Wendsday my wife & I always have off.  the kids are in school & it's "our" time.  We were sitting on the porch listening to the radion & watching the weather.  they were tracking a tornado heading prettymuch straight for us.  we had decided to make a bee line for the old hospital across the street because they said we had about 16 minuets.

As i sat to get my shoes on, i got very sick & very hot.. so much so that all i could do was get into bed..  i told Penny to call 911, i knew i wasn't going to make it to her car..  they got there very quickly. once at the hospital i felt really, really bad & crashed while in admiting.  the attending Dr put in a temporarry pacemaker (TCI :D ) & sent me straight up to the cath lab.  My cardiologist was the Dr there so he knew me, & my situation..

I've had 2 stents put in 9/05 & those 2 were completely blocked.  I got 3 new stents on Wendsdays  anmd in about a month i have to go back for another 1 or 2 on the front part of my heart.  they are giving these first 3  time to heal & my heart to strengthen before doing the others.

So, i'm home, i'm ok & i'm taking it easy.  there were lifestyle changes the first time around that slowly fell by the wayside in the last few years, that need to be reinforced. but i'm not going anywhere for a while, my wife is too pretty & my kids are too cool! i've got lots more to watch yet!
--Lucky

By the way, I once saw a bumper sticker that read:
"I'd tell you to go to Hell, but I don't want to see you everyday!"

I'm pretty sure for the little bit I was 'gone', I saw most of you there! :D

 8) Welcome back buddy... 8)

With your temp' TCI and three new in-line filters your good to go again, me thinks :o ;D :D :D :D :D :D :D... ;)

Now you can supervise Spectre when he does Kitty's front forks, that should be with you veeeery soon.......plus any other work that needs doing around the place. Not forgetting to get you a beer now and again to 'wet the whistle' as you explain Vision fundamentals to him ;D :D :D :D :D :D :D :D :D

Remember, ya have to go to hell before ya get to heaven...see ya there, one day ;D :D :D :D :D :D :D :D :D... :angel:

                     

Quote from: Tiger on April 30, 2011, 06:53:05 PM
plus any other work that needs doing around the place.

Hey now!  :D haha ;)

Lucky,
sorry to hear of temp health drop,, am not in an area where i can get online often- but i checked the forum and saw the posting and had to drop a note.
      with continued luck, you will get back into riding shape soon , am sure kitty and the kid will keep the bikes running a time or two each week until you can ride again.
  from what i know of you ,that means a week or three at most . will drop by green zone soon, will get in a prayer for you then. or sooner if i cross paths with Rabbi Izahi ( us army  reserve clegyman)
 

lucky!!!  congrats on the recovery!!!!   :)  :)

I'm glad you went to the hospital when the pain started, and I'm glad your getting better. Now, follow whatever rehab instructions you get to prevent this from happening again (its like changing your brake bar bolts)

*disclaimer*  I am an Emergency Nurse...I would lecture a cardiologist after an MI so don't take it personally

When your all well and better, we need to put together a meet-up for those of us below the Mason-Dixon

Joe

(by the way, just so you know, limiting yourself to one fried twinky doesn't make it a cardiac diet)   ;D

Sorry I haven't checked in in a while. I'm very glad to see your doing ok. Sounds like you had a strong warning.

a little more than a strong warning, they had to restart me.  but i'm feeling pretty good, & taking care like i'm not...

Welcome back Lucky.Funny how everyone on here seems like family.

you are! :)

Yeah, sounds like a finniky carb, vision's teach us a lot about life..

got to blow all the lines and get good flow... works for the Heart too.   You know who your friends are..don't you.

Just a knik in the road.. now do the right things to correct the issues.  We are all glad your still with us.

akv

New heart.    BDC

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Yamaha-XZ550-Down-Draft-Carb-NOS-/110677506778?pt=Motorcycles_Parts_Accessories&hash=item19c4e4bada

Looks like I need a couple of by-passes for my old ticker, anyone know of any alternative methods?     BDC

I'm also praying for Lucky's speedy recovery.  Thank God for great doctors, nurses, hospitals and medical treatment.
Spectre , thanks for letting us know how your Dad and your family are doing. Lucky is a great guy and we wish him all the best.
Sincerely, DarkV

Quote from: Re-Vision on May 10, 2011, 08:56:53 AM
Looks like I need a couple of by-passes for my old ticker, anyone know of any alternative methods?     BDC

don't mean to hijack Lucky's get well, but I'm sorry to hear Bobby has fuel line probs too...

he's good people and let's hope for his recovery too...

Quote from: Night Vision on May 10, 2011, 09:15:46 PM

Quote from: Re-Vision on May 10, 2011, 08:56:53 AM
Looks like I need a couple of by-passes for my old ticker, anyone know of any alternative methods?     BDC

don't mean to hijack Lucky's get well, but I'm sorry to hear Bobby has fuel line probs too...

he's good people and let's hope for his recovery too...

8)...DITTO. Keep yer chin up Bobby boy...

                       

I don't usually read  the "off topic" board, so I missed this.  Take care of yourself Lucky.  I've been where you're at, and I remember the emotions in the days and weeks following.  I'm with you.

Speedy recovery and improved health to you too Bobby. Rich

I'm not sure about the speedy part, doctors wanted to give me a double by-pass. I chose to come home and I'm now looking for a different way to unclog my pipes. Chelation seems to be my best (only) option now as I don't want to harm my beautiful old body with any extra holes and scars. LOL. Hope I can be as ornery as Lucky and improve my health.     BDC

Finally found this thread. Best wishes Lucky. hope your recovery goes well.

                                                                                      Ron

why can't they do stents? it's almost (well, ok, not quite,) an outpatient procedure...
My 'holes' have healed up, looking at me you'd never know I had anything done (but boy, someon went wild with the razor, lol!!)

Doc said vessels were too small for a stent and one artery had two blockages. I thought about the folks I've seen with bypass scars and decided to look for some other procedure. Wish me luck or contact my wife for some Vision bargains if you don't hear from me for awhile. LOL  Thanks all for the kind thoughts.   BDC

I can understand about the smaller ones, but i have 2 in one artery.. wasnt a problem..  but every situation is different.

i'm not so sure about the chelation... sounds like snake oil...

Bobby, when they tell you 'your only option is... or there's nothing we can do'  DONT accept it!  they told me i couldnt put a primer in that carb (http://ridersofvision.net/rovforum/index.php?topic=12989.0) i said bullshit!

years ago i had MASSIVE bone spurs in my heels, called Haglunds Deformity, only mine were approx 30 times worse.  I had 5, (FIVE!) doctors tell me there was nothing that could be done, & i would be wheelchair bound for the rest of my life (at 32). finally i found a doctor who does reconstructive surgery. he sait, quote: "Sure I can fix that, no problem!"
i've got big scars up the back of my legs, but who the hell cares, i'll be able to run & play with my grandkids some day..

Don't take No for an answer, Don't give up, Don't Ever give up...

I think the real problem with heart surgery is the quacks want you to believe that if it didn't come from the AMA is has to be a snake oil.    BDC

I only know about it what i just read online.. i had to look it up, never heard of it before...  and the couple of sites i read sounded... cheesy.
def not an informed opinion...

I've done a lot of research the last couple of days,doesn't make me an expert or even correct but this is something you might consider for yourself. I realize I'm gambling with my life but I lost confidence in the medical profession a long time ago.

http://www.angioprim.com/Learnmore/Medicalacceptance.asp?RepID=10005

Tomorrow I'm going to attempt to find a clinic to provide injections rather than oral chelation.   BDC

 Hey lucky, glad you made it thru, your problem, hope you can recover and be well

Lucky -

Just checked out ROV for the first time in months & was immediately greeted with this thread.  Wow!  Glad you are healing and on the mend.  Won't be keeping close tabs on what's happening, but you and your family are in my thoughts & prayers.

Take care of yourself & hope to be in better communication with my ROV family soon.

H₂O

I gotta say, I am with Re-vision on this one.  I don't know much about the therapy in particular, but I have also lost all trust of the medical profession.  You know it is illegal to "cure" cancer?  Once upon a time in this country, there were thousands of medical schools all with competing therapies and holistic and natural medicine was being taught and improved as it has been for thousands of years.  Then the AMA came and shut them all down.  It is sad to think of the knowledge lost.  Also, it is interesting that those with faith in the Lord, tend to survive terminal illnesses considerably longer than those without.  May be just that it gives them a reason to keep living, but may be divine intervention, I don't know.  I watched a long 1-2 hour special about a man who got his legs caught in a combine on discovery Health many years ago.  I will never forget it, although I can find no eveidence of it having ever existed.  He had nothing but bone below his knees, but refused to let the doctors amputate.  For 2 years he stayed bedridded as his bones became bleached, and he met with every type of "quack" holistic and faith healer he could find.  Miraculously, little things started happening, and the flesh began to crawl down his legs,  2 more years, and his legs were muscles again and he could walk.  I would never have believed it if I hadnt seen it myself.  I watched the AIDS conference in DC live in 1999 I believe, and they had a speaker with a cure.  I thought this was a historic event, and wanted to tape it.  He had a contraption that circled the blood out of the body like a dialysis machine, and used some type of electro-magnetic waves to gently heat the blood and kill the virus.  He had a panel of 5 people that he had removed all trace of the virus from.  I watched him interview his panel live, on TV.  When I went to research this a year later there was no evidence of it having ever happened.  Finally last year, I read a blog where someone else had seen what I saw.  Someone picked up on it and did a story, and they found that his license had been taken, and he was now a janitor or something like that.  His labs were all seized, and he refused to do any interviews, even to the point of saying that it was not him and he was never there.   I can't say one way or the other, but the doctors think they know everything, and I doubt if we understand 1% of what goes on in our own bodies.  Faith is a powerful thing. 

Thanks for the link ReVision, that was an interesting read. 

Sorry for the long post, it is something I am passionate about.  You are all in my prayers, get well soon.  Much love -JM

First, i've gotta say THANK YOU to everyone for their well wishes & support.  i'm not at all a religous man, but the prayers are appreciated too.

I go back in Tuesday the 31st for the second, & what should be final stents. then it's cardiac therepy.  they lifestyle change is already well under way, & I should be back on the bikes in time to get some riding in this year. (also gotta get the wife & son some training time too)

--Lucky

Good news Lucky!  I hope all goes well.
                                                Ron

lucky , I just wandered in here , and was shocked , by this post ! Good to hear you are on the mend !
Best wishes,  Rick.

I am & hope you are too!!!!