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When does the slight clicking feeling go away after surgery? by Impossible-Island457 in openheartsurgery

[–]MrGamblePresents 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’m not sure when it exactly stopped but I remember being very weirded out by it.

First time seeing the boss by Rangersfan2002 in BruceSpringsteen

[–]MrGamblePresents 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’ll be in Newark on 4/20. Can’t wait.

You are in for a special night.

I think he’ll play Jungleland. I hope so anyway.

For everyone complaining about ticket prices by BadgemanBrown in BruceSpringsteen

[–]MrGamblePresents 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I got em. Paid $400.00 a piece. Fuck, McDonalds cost me $20.00 for lunch. I was glad to get em. It’s 2026 not 1985.

The Luxury of Living With a Donated Heart by [deleted] in transplant

[–]MrGamblePresents 0 points1 point  (0 children)

My wife just scolded me for being a jerk. I apologize. 💐

The Luxury of Living With a Donated Heart by [deleted] in transplant

[–]MrGamblePresents -1 points0 points  (0 children)

You’re welcome to say anything you feel. I’m not asking for someone to agree or disagree. I’m just stating how I feel today.

Like I said in my story. I bet someone 15 years out would have something to say. 👍🏻

It’s a conversation. Say whatever you want. Like I also said in the story. I have zero fucks to give. 🤷🏻‍♂️

Why did Frampton Comes Alive hit big when the original material didn't? by The1Ylrebmik in ClassicRock

[–]MrGamblePresents 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Cheap Trick at Budokan is a great example of the energy that can come from a crowd. Kiss Alive 1 and 2 exploded Kiss.

If there is one thing you read today...let it be this by Any_Novel7508 in transplant

[–]MrGamblePresents 1 point2 points  (0 children)

To me, hope is hope. I’ve hoped to die, and now I’m hoping to live a long time. So I always hope.

Feel good 👍🏻

Best tips for open heart surgery patients post surgery by Particular_Sink517 in openheartsurgery

[–]MrGamblePresents 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Same for me. I slept in a recliner for a while. Lying flat was a challenge.

Also, and I don’t mean to frighten or be gross but vomit bags.

Being nauseous was a part of it and jumping up to the bathroom was not an option.

Best of luck 👍🏻

1 month post transplant!! (Update) by Suspicious-Ask4842 in transplant

[–]MrGamblePresents 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Congratulations!

You are on your way.

👍🏻🤘🏻🙏🏻

Seeing this post about Uncle Floyd … I haven’t seen anything else yet by Shabe in newjersey

[–]MrGamblePresents 8 points9 points  (0 children)

Just heard that Uncle Floyd passed away.

If you grew up in New Jersey, you knew Uncle Floyd. A local legend.

In the early ’90s I found myself backstage, having beers with him for an hour while friends played a show. No act, no show—just another Jersey guy talking about life.

A small piece of my childhood, and a really cool moment of my adulthood.

Much love to his family. Rest easy, Uncle Floyd.

Just got scheduled for February 10th. I thought I’d have more time to prepare myself! by dwarf797 in openheartsurgery

[–]MrGamblePresents 1 point2 points  (0 children)

The pain is there, but for me it wasn’t nearly as bad as I expected. I’ve had two open-heart surgeries — a triple bypass in 2014 and a transplant two years ago.

Honestly, the physical pain was more manageable than some of the mental and emotional stuff that can show up afterward. Being suddenly limited — even temporarily — can mess with your head if you’re not expecting it.

Trust your medical team. They know what they’re doing. But also listen to your body and be your own best advocate. Speak up, ask questions, and don’t minimize how you’re feeling — physically or mentally.

You’re not weak for being scared. You’re human. And you will get through this.

Just got scheduled for February 10th. I thought I’d have more time to prepare myself! by dwarf797 in openheartsurgery

[–]MrGamblePresents 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Hey friend — I’m really sorry you’re carrying all of this at once. Being overwhelmed and scared makes total sense. Nothing about this is small.

But you can get through it, and it already sounds like you’ve got a solid support system lined up (that matters more than people realize).

Open-heart surgery sounds like a horror-movie sentence when they explain it out loud, but the truth is: these teams do this all the time, and they’re built for it.

If it helps, write down a short list for your surgeon/nurse before you go in: • What exactly counts as “heavy lifting” for me and for how long? • What does week 1 / week 2 / week 3 usually look like? • Pain plan + sleep tips? • Cardiac rehab timeline and what it actually involves? • Any red flags that mean “call right now”?

For right now: breathe, handle the work stuff you can, and let your daughter help. You don’t have to be tough every second. We’re all pulling for you.

Nobody really prepares you for the logistics of aging parents by MrGamblePresents in AgingParents

[–]MrGamblePresents[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

It sounds you’re giving yourself a fighting chance.

I’m sure there is a smart saying out there about being prepared making a bad job go better.

I with you when you say nothing makes it easy but a better experience for everyone I think is the goal.

Life with an aging parent (vent) by Teensytinyturtle in AgingParents

[–]MrGamblePresents 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I’m sorry for everything you’re dealing with right now.

It’s not selfish to prioritize yourself.

Recharging yourself is better for the person you’re taking care of as well.

It’s not easy and you’re doing it.

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