First of all – my mom had her surgery this afternoon. Her colon was removed, and so far, the reports are good. The surgery, according to the doctors, was successful.
Mom is heavily sedated and out for now – she will be for at least the next 24 to 36 hours, so she can rest after that large ordeal.
The prayers worked… Thanks to all for their wishes. It is most appreciated.
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On Islander news, Bergenheim and MacDonald are OUT for tomorrow’s game against Montreal. Bergie has a groin issue, Mac has knee troubles. Peter Mannino was recalled for tomorrow. Just when Bergie was turning a corner – here comes the injury bu once again.
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For better news…
As you may know – I have a soft spot in my heart, for the Sheffield Steelers, a hockey team in Great Britain. It was through a couple that are now one of my best friends in the world, that I began to support this team from afar. Last week, the Steelers, as a result from their 4 – 1 victory over the Newcastle Vipers, became the league champions for the 5th time in their less than two decade history. Just for informational purposes, their chief rivals, the Nottingham Panthers, have not won the league since 1954, for almost a Ranger like futility level.
Here is the You Tube link of the celebration at the Sheffield Arena, after the Steelers bus returned from Newcastle after the victory.
Congratulations. And also – may I add m deepest condolences to Owen Grant, a man that lived and breathed the Steelers, who recently passed away at the age of 53. One of the players at the celebration showed the crowd his jersey and dedicated the victory to him. The team will attend his funeral tomorrow, in a classy and respectful gesture, and he will be honored before their game on Sunday, as their championship banner will be raised to the rafters. I wish I was would be there to see it.
Posted under Ramblings, Sheffield Steelers
This post was written by Gary Harding on March 11, 2009
