Brad Manor Posted February 11, 2008 Report Share Posted February 11, 2008 Around six months ago I had a bit of a plumbing issue - not on my house, my colon burst. It was on all counts an eye opening experience - nearly dying does that to a fella. After my emergency colostomy, I spent about two weeks in the hospital followed by almost two months of ass-time while I regained the strength to walk around the house first, then eventually start working. Well.... this Wednesday I'm scheduled to have the procedure completed (reversed) and I'm getting a bit nervous and emotional (if I was a HI trying to sound smart I would say I was maudlin) and I remember how much it cheered me up to read TIJ the last time I came home from the hospital. As I recall, there were a few ongoing discussions about a couple different issues.... Anyway it made for some fine reading. I should be in hospital for a week to ten days this time (surgery is Wed. afternoon - once the "sh!t hits the fanny" so to speak, they'll think about sending me home) but then there will be a month or so before I can work again. I'm hoping you guys might spark a discussion over the next couple days that will provide me with some entertainment while I can't work. The topic doesn't matter, just keep me from going insane sitting at home. Thanks in advance [], Brad "semi-colon" Manor Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AHI in AR Posted February 11, 2008 Report Share Posted February 11, 2008 Well, Brad, I can't promise you any interesting, insightful, or even humorous postings from me. In fact, I can pretty well assure you that you WON'T get any. But if I had any say-so, I would grant you a competent surgeon, a speedy recovery, and an attractive nursing staff. Pretty much in that order. Let us know how it goes as soon as you are able. We'll be thinking about you. Good luck! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Les Posted February 11, 2008 Report Share Posted February 11, 2008 You being in the Hospital means some of that sausage will need attending to. I'm your man! You know you can stir the pot and get some of these people really worked up. Now might be a good time for the annual poetry club to kick in. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chrisprickett Posted February 11, 2008 Report Share Posted February 11, 2008 Brad, I feel like we're a big family here, so best of luck brother! I'll try to keep up the banter on my end. Maybe I'll pick a fight or two, just for the hell of it! See if you can get Mike O to tell the story he told me of his dealings with a certain association founder. Or maybe not... Maybe we can all share our own surgery experiences. I once woke up in the middle of an operation only to hear the surgeon bitching about the crappy cordless drill he was forced to use. Again, maybe not... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hausdok Posted February 11, 2008 Report Share Posted February 11, 2008 Hi Brad, Good luck with a speedy recovery. I'll try to think of some kind of mischief to get into here to keep you entertained. By the way, will that prodedure cure a terminal case of IBS? I'd sure like to find a cure for that, 'cuz when people say O'Handley is full of sh*t, they're right about 75% of the time - the rest of the time is spent in the throne room becoming not-so-full of sh*t. It's gotten so bad that I don't even like to schedule morning inspections anymore. Speaking of being full of sh*t, do you know............... ONE TEAM - ONE FIGHT!!! Mike Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Richard Moore Posted February 11, 2008 Report Share Posted February 11, 2008 Brad... Be sure to tell them that you don't trust all this new synthetic plumbing. To hell with the expense. Insist on copper pipes! [] Best wishes buddy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
randynavarro Posted February 11, 2008 Report Share Posted February 11, 2008 Brad, best to you. Chris, perhaps you could stage a new photo for brother Brad's requested entertainment? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brad Manor Posted February 11, 2008 Author Report Share Posted February 11, 2008 Thanks guys!! Mike, I have a couple boxes of colostomy bags left if you want to try the "alternative". I haven't had a chance to sit down and read the paper in six months!!! Les, a couple coils of sausage are waiting for you. Just knock on my door! If a tall redheaded James Bond-esque Eastern European answers the door, that's my wife - say Happy Valentine's day. -Brad Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hausdok Posted February 11, 2008 Report Share Posted February 11, 2008 Hey Brad! I don't know whether you like to hunt or not, but it just occurred to me that while you're recovering you might want to spend your time training a new bird dog puppy. So, I've contacted a stud farm and expect to have a new puppy for you shortly. Here's a picture of the proud parents, Rex and Reba, when they were making your pup. Download Attachment: BirdDogPuppies.JPG 58.8 KB ONE TEAM - ONE FIGHT!!! Mike P.S. OK, no lectures out there. He did say he wanted to be entertained. Thanks to Jim Simmons (User name Mr. Electric) for the stud farm photo. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scottpat Posted February 11, 2008 Report Share Posted February 11, 2008 Oh, this could be fun. Not your stay or procedure in the hospital but the topic we could come up with. Humm, tall redhead and Les.. Ya' know the PEX problems/lawsuits could be a very good topic to get involved in. Just trying to keep with the plumbing theme. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
StevenT Posted February 11, 2008 Report Share Posted February 11, 2008 Brad, My sincerest and deepest best wishes for a smooth procedure and speedy recovery. If I were you, I'd be careful what you read around here. I almost busted a gut laughing when I saw that picture. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chrisprickett Posted February 11, 2008 Report Share Posted February 11, 2008 Originally posted by randynavarro Brad, best to you. Chris, perhaps you could stage a new photo for brother Brad's requested entertainment? My wife and kids are still recovering from the shame and humiliation of the last one, but I'll see what I can come up with. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Phillip Posted February 11, 2008 Report Share Posted February 11, 2008 Brad, I hope everything comes out all right. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bill Kibbel Posted February 11, 2008 Report Share Posted February 11, 2008 My daughter (3 years) had the plumbing to her kidneys rearranged last week. The day after surgery, she was practically running around. This stuff is routine for doctors now. You'll be fully recovered quicker than they're telling you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bain Posted February 12, 2008 Report Share Posted February 12, 2008 Best wishes. I recently thought I was going to have to undergo ACL reconstruction, and was flipping out over not being able to work for two months. I hope your recovery is a speedy one. John Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
charlieb Posted February 12, 2008 Report Share Posted February 12, 2008 Brad, Good luck. See if this will keep you entertained. http://www.alphainspection.com/stressrelief.htm I come home often and find my wife playing games. She calls it marketing research. My favorite is the penguin game. Tell me what type of games you like and I'm ......this is Charlie's wife - who does NOT sit around playing games!!!! However, I do happen to know where there are several great games on the internet. I'll be happy to put any type you like on the site or share some links with you. Good luck with all and hopefully everything will "come out" all right in (from) the end. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brad Manor Posted February 12, 2008 Author Report Share Posted February 12, 2008 Thanks Charlie('s wife)!!! Penguin is my favourite. -B Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hausdok Posted February 12, 2008 Report Share Posted February 12, 2008 Hey Brad, Don't know if you enjoy ethnic music, but this is my favorite radio station hands down. I prefer the voices of the womenfolk the most, but I really get to stompin in here with all of it: http://www.accuradio.com/radiocelt/ ONE TEAM - ONE FIGHT!!! Mike Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brian G Posted February 12, 2008 Report Share Posted February 12, 2008 Best of luck Brad. Remind me to tell you the old joke about the time the body parts started arguing about who was boss, if you haven't heard it. [:-dopey] Brian G. Doc, You're Going In Which Way?! [:-sick] Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chrisprickett Posted February 12, 2008 Report Share Posted February 12, 2008 Here's a mindless time killer: http://www.hurtwood.demon.co.uk/Fun/copter.swf Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chad Fabry Posted February 12, 2008 Report Share Posted February 12, 2008 ode to a complete digestive tract. Ahem I think that you soon shall see Or maybe you'll recall The sheer delight, the ecstasy of having your turd fall Fall in the dark to watery grave alone without complaint a ziploc bag it will save 'twill be the ziploc saint. And so we shall mark that day, tattoo it with a howl When Brad's turds are cast away From God's good ship "Full Bowel" Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
charlieb Posted February 12, 2008 Report Share Posted February 12, 2008 [:-bigeyes Brian, Looks like one across your BOW(EL) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brandon Chew Posted February 12, 2008 Report Share Posted February 12, 2008 Originally posted by chrisprickett Here's a mindless time killer: http://www.hurtwood.demon.co.uk/Fun/copter.swf I think I'm going to give up my dream of being a chopper pilot. Brad - good luck and best wishes for a speedy and full recovery. Brandon Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hausdok Posted February 12, 2008 Report Share Posted February 12, 2008 That's it, Looks like the snow in upstate New York has sent Fabry around the bend. Someone order him some Depends and call the men in white coats. OT - OF!!! M. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ken Meyer Posted February 12, 2008 Report Share Posted February 12, 2008 Well, Brad, this will keep you busy, but it also might just drive you crazy as well. If you have lots of time to kill, try www.addictinggames.com There's a ton of different online games, in the Puzzle & Board games section, I can recommend Untangle, Mass Attack, and Filler. But beware, it's not called addicting for nothing. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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