ThomasPowers Posted May 1, 2017 Share Posted May 1, 2017 I didn't want to make a big thing over it; but I guess I should share some of the details. I am male, over 60, and getting a typical surgical procedure for my gender and age Tuesday May 9th, I should be back to the casita May 10th and be off work about 2 months. No lifting a hammer for at least a month! (or alcohol, caffeine, spicy foods and a whole lot of other things I dote on...hence the enhanced grumpiness expected.) This is a common and standard procedure, I have an experienced Dr and I expect that save for slower healing due to the diabetes I will get through this with no issues. Warning I *will* be reading a lot of books on historical metals processes---time to add me to your "don't see" list *now*! Once I get clearance to travel my wife is taking me up north to our house that doesn't have internet. I will also undergo testing at the epilepsy clinic in Albuquerque late in my recovery period to hopefully figure out why I had the 4 syncopes last year that resulted in the TBI. (and get me clearance to drive!!!) No my insurance company is not happy with me right now. (and vice versa!) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Glenn Posted May 1, 2017 Share Posted May 1, 2017 Your on the list and best wishes for a speedy recovery. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ausfire Posted May 1, 2017 Share Posted May 1, 2017 All the best, TP. Hope everything goes well and you have a quick recovery. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tubalcain2 Posted May 1, 2017 Share Posted May 1, 2017 praying for you. i'm sure you'll be just fine. hard to hurt a blacksmith. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JHCC Posted May 1, 2017 Share Posted May 1, 2017 Glad to hear that you're taking things in hand and in stride. Best wishes and prayers for short-term healing and long-term health. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Daswulf Posted May 1, 2017 Share Posted May 1, 2017 Your on the list Thomas. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
arkie Posted May 1, 2017 Share Posted May 1, 2017 Here's to a speedy recovery, Thomas. You'll be in our thoughts. Get well soon, we'll miss you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ThomasPowers Posted May 1, 2017 Author Share Posted May 1, 2017 Ifn you are missing me; perhaps you should look into John Wayne's gun suggestions in "Big Jake"---or visit the optometrist...said Thomas ducking and running serpentine.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SLAG Posted May 1, 2017 Share Posted May 1, 2017 Marg & I have added you to our prayer and intentions list. SLAG. p.s Lacking a liberal arts degree, I do not fully understand your literary allusion to Mr. J. Wayne's statement, in "Big Jake The Optometrist" (or ophthalmologist as the case may be). Enlightenment would be appreciated. Many thanks. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ThomasPowers Posted May 1, 2017 Author Share Posted May 1, 2017 Well in the movie "Big Jake" Big Jake, played by John Wayne, is called in after some bad guys kidnap his grandson. He's aging but assembles a group to go and get him back. In one scene he's talking with his old indian scout who complains his eyes are not up to using a gun anymore; so Big Jake hands him a shotgun instead...So if I'm being missed perhaps it's time for an eye check or switching to a scattergun... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kevin Olson Posted May 1, 2017 Share Posted May 1, 2017 Good luck Thomas. Your on my list Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
the iron dwarf Posted May 1, 2017 Share Posted May 1, 2017 dont go the way of the dinosaurs, they became extinct ( I expect you remember them ) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
arkie Posted May 1, 2017 Share Posted May 1, 2017 3 hours ago, ThomasPowers said: Ifn you are missing me; perhaps you should look into John Wayne's gun suggestions in "Big Jake"---or visit the optometrist...said Thomas ducking and running serpentine.... I love John Wayne...remember it well. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Anachronist58 Posted May 1, 2017 Share Posted May 1, 2017 Oh yeah, I'm going to mute your posts as soon as I see an uptick in your curmudgeonliness 'cause you are the meanest man I have ever "met": In our prayers, brother, and especially those who must care for you in your state of enhanced crabbiness. Robert and Sheila Taylor Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ThomasPowers Posted May 1, 2017 Author Share Posted May 1, 2017 grrrrrrrr! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stash Posted May 1, 2017 Share Posted May 1, 2017 You're on the list, Thomas. Good luck and quick recovery. Steve Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alan Evans Posted May 1, 2017 Share Posted May 1, 2017 Good speed...if it is the same thing my father had he could not believe the relief when it was fixed! Small boys, contests and walls, spring to mind. Alan Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Frosty Posted May 1, 2017 Share Posted May 1, 2017 If you're going serpentine, stand closer to the toilet Thomas or the missus might insert a catheter while you're not looking. You aren't REALLY SERIOUS about being off line are you?! What are we going to do for historical references? Best outcome and quick healing for the Root Routering. You DO know that's not what they mean by "getting a little trim" in the movies. Yes? Jer Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rboughton3rd Posted May 1, 2017 Share Posted May 1, 2017 would a scatter gun for a blacksmith fire cross pein hammers, if so I NEVER want to be on the business end of that one. Godspeed and good luck TP. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
C-1ToolSteel Posted May 1, 2017 Share Posted May 1, 2017 You're in my prayers, Thomas. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SLAG Posted May 1, 2017 Share Posted May 1, 2017 Herr Frosty, Concerning, "If you're going serpentine, stand closer to the toilet Thomas or the missus might insert a catheter while you're not looking." I suggest a colostomy bag and attendant accouterments & fixtures, instead. Using a catheter brings the allusion of trying to pass an olive through a syringe. Just sayyin' SLAG. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ThomasPowers Posted May 1, 2017 Author Share Posted May 1, 2017 Back before the internet days you were unlikely to be able to watch multiple videos of the horrors soon to be inflicted on you... You know I have a falconette that could fire ball peen hammer heads and the eye holes might make for an interesting whistling sound. I may have to drag it out to the arroyo and try that out, grumble grumble grumble MONTHS from now... What no propane burner allusions???? (and Alan, yup, I expect to exceed expectations on the wall soon. Good to hear his went well!) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Frosty Posted May 1, 2017 Share Posted May 1, 2017 On May 1, 2017 at 5:50 PM, SLAG said: "If you're going serpentine, stand closer to the toilet Thomas or the missus might insert a catheter while you're not looking." I suggest a colostomy bag and attendant accouterments & fixtures, instead. Using a catheter brings the allusion of trying to pass an olive through a syringe. Just sayin' Uh huh, that's why I suggested being careful not to make Mrs. Powers unhappy enough to catheterize him. If I'm feeling peeved I might suggest a diaper and superglue to her instead. I'm pretty sure this little episode will stop short of needing a colostomy bag. Then again a curmudgeon might convince a surgeon otherwise without intending. Some nurses deserve going curmudgeon on, I had one I had to tell the hospital to not send her to my room. She was just rough for no good reason like we were injured and in need of care just to get even with her. I trust Thomas's sense of self preservation though so I'll joke. Frosty The Lucky. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Farmall Posted May 2, 2017 Share Posted May 2, 2017 Thoughts and prayers for quick complete recovery Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BIGGUNDOCTOR Posted May 2, 2017 Share Posted May 2, 2017 I will be looking forward to your return. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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