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Monthly Archives: May 2007

Lung Biopsy

Wednesday, May 30, 2007

This morning, Jim had his third lung biopsy since the transplant. Everything went smoothly, and the doctor said that everything he could see looked good — the lab results will be available in a couple of days. Jim also moved out of the Newport condo yesterday and is living on his own again in super [...]

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Lung Transplant Marathon

Thursday, May 17, 2007

The following was sent to us by Paul Stone, wonderful family friend, who saw a commercial on TV: [Hand releases tennis shoes. They start falling...] Male voice:”I’ve run the marathon with my own lungs. This year, I’ll be using someone else’s.” [Shoes dropping to the floor...] Male voice: “The transplant is tomorrow. And my first [...]

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Hundred Days

Saturday, May 12, 2007

Today is the 100th day since the transplant and things are going well. Jim regularly goes out by himself to work, pulmonary rehab, and even for fun. it is a great day and a great journey. Thanks again to the donor and his family.

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Evil Health Care Companies

Monday, May 7, 2007

The next time you see one of those billboards or television commercials about how the health insurance companies care about you, consider today’s LA Times story about a man whose health insurance was canceled retroactively after he was in a car accident. I know well the form that is referred to in the article. When [...]

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Jim Knocked Out Dad

Wednesday, May 2, 2007

Actually, we had a virtual Wii fight (boxing) and Jim knocked me out. Jim created his Wii Mii as a real tall, very thin, bald guy. It has been lots of fun but my virtual face hurts.

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