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Slightly under six million dollar man.

sgosa — Thu, 27 Mar 2008 04:07:22 +0000

What a ride! Just under six weeks ago I was strapped to an operating table having two valves replaced in my heart. It has been a rollercoaster recovery, but not the “fun…let’s do that again” kind. No this was more like a trip to the dentist who used a jack hammer to remove plaque. I should mention that my surgeon sold me the “lifetime” guarantee…I know…I know…Clark Howard says to never buy the additional warranty, but hey…come on…it’s heart surgery and I was already spending a few grand anyway! Although…they don’t offer the “try before you buy” option, which I found inefficient. I must say that the timing was impeckable! I was scheduled to have my surgery on Feb.14! (I’ll save you a trip to the calendar…that’s Valentine’s day, Romeo.) So…this year…that last minute, frantic, “I hope CVS is open” panic was diverted. I was safe. I lovingly looked my wife in the eye and said, “Honey. I have it all taken care of. I got us a room at Crawford Long hospital” Somehow…the gesture didn’t make her all tingly inside. I guess I should have looked at the room first. Maybe it was the bill. Now that I think of it, it was a bit pricey for the size of the room. She didn’t feel the romance having strange women coming in almost everyday to bathe me either. I think she felt left out. Oh well…at least I remembered.

Once we returned home and I was in charge of my own pain medicine…well…it was like Woodstock 2008 in my living room! I had the ipod, heating pad and a big ‘ol smile! Bring on the Doritos and pink elephants baby! Steve’s takin’ a trip! Mr.Hendrix says Hello! One word to describe pain pills…DUDE! (no bonzai trees were harmed)

Well…after my wife caught me 6 weeks later laughing at Tom and Jerry cartoons while sitting in a pile of Dorito dust, I was stripped of my “take home gift” from the hospital. Therefore…my recovery had reached the final weeks and I had to face reality again. The awesome part was…today we met with the surgeon and he released me to do most of my normal activities, like picking up my kids, driving and playing music! Which I did all three tonight!!!!Hung out with my kids…drove to band practice at church and played music with my boy Byron and the crew! It was donkey fresh!

On a serious note…I make jokes about the pain pills, surgery and recovery, but the truth is…God prepared my heart, performed my surgery, and blessed us with a church family that is indescribable! I love these guys as my own family and almighty God has his hands on us all. All we have to do is ask. It may sound as a cliche’, but whatever you are facing, remember…Let go and Let GOD! To HIM be all the glory and honor!!!!

A little closer.

sgosa — Mon, 11 Feb 2008 20:22:52 +0000

Well….the time is nearing that I go for major surgery. From day one that I recieved the news of the surgery, my perspective on faith, family and life has changed. I am asked a lot if I am worried or scared. Honestly, I am not worried or scared of the surgery so much, I just want it to be successful for my children. I want to see my children walk into my hospital room in a few days and be able to hold and kiss them. That is important to me. I also want to be able to share this testimony with others for years to come. I want to shout the praises of my savior from the rooftops! For he is King! We are blessed each and every moment in his presence and I pray that HE will do the surgery. My faith is in him. I am living proof that I have called upon my Lord, my God and he has answered beyond anything that we could have imagined. Even before the surgery! What shall I fear, for my God is with me! Glory to God!

Wings and Worship!

sgosa — Fri, 08 Feb 2008 04:42:29 +0000

OK…so we decide at the last minute to get the three amigos together for grub and gossip. This has always proven to be an entertaining compilation and tonight was no exception. The more you hang out with close friends the more you learn. Some people can’t watch hand surgery, some have fainting spells in the shower and others…well…they won’t eat chicken off the bone. We are all as different as we are the same. God and music bring us together…spicy food keeps us at a safe distance (at least those of us who take the plunge and leave the safety of our coveted “mild” sauce) . Dude! Anyway…those who know me, know what’s coming and for these few true friends, I thank you and I look forward to more Wings and Worship in the near future. Peace out for now…may the donkey sparkle upon you my friends.