So my friend had a heart attack...

[naudiz]

Thirty-one years old. Can you believe it? I still can't. A few years ago, one of my good friends died of a heart attack at nineteen, but he had other health problems putting strain on him, and while it was a painful experience to lose him, it wasn't entirely unexpected. This friend of mine who just had one seemed perfectly healthy. No one saw it coming.

My friend is in ICU, but he seems to be doing alright. Gave us all a good scare, but it looks like he'll pull through. He's got to give up cigarettes and caffeine, start exercising regularly and take on a healthy diet. It got me to thinking about my own habits, and I figured why wait till I wake up in the hospital with a ventilating tube crammed down my throat, if I make it that far at all? So, this new year's resolution is to take better care of my body. Life is such a precious gift, and it's so tragic that it takes something like this to make one see that.

I'm just so glad he's going to get a second chance. It's given me a lot to think about these past few days.

 

[obstinate fawn]

Naudiz, I'm glad your friend will make it ok. Not everyone gets a second chance. We should probably all think about eating healthier and exercising more. I know it is hard but in the long run, it would be worth it. I sit in front of a computer all day long and hardly exercise at all. I am going to try to do more exercise in 2002, also.

Merry Christmas and Happy New Year.

fawn

 

[sabbathstorm]

Your friend is very fortunate he was given a second chance. Maybe you two can help each other out with the changes in diet and getting into some exercise. It'll help you both make changes towards a healthier lifestyle.

My partner had a 25 year old friend die of a heart attack over a year ago and it really changed the way he looked at things in life.

 

[naudiz]

There are actually quite a few of us in his social circle who are considering getting on the bandwagon as a show of solidarity in addition to our own health concerns. Imagine what a bitch it would be to quit smoking when everyone around you is lighting up. Ditto drinking, chugging down the caffeinated beverages, and eating horrifically while lounging about all day. We figure it might be easier on him if he's not the only one doing it.

Giving up coffee. Now if that isn't devotion, I don't know what is.

 

[Debbie]

There are actually quite a few of us in his social circle who are considering getting on the bandwagon as a show of solidarity in addition to our own health concerns. Imagine what a bitch it would be to quit smoking when everyone around you is lighting up. Ditto drinking, chugging down the caffeinated beverages, and eating horrifically while lounging about all day. We figure it might be easier on him if he's not the only one doing it.

Giving up coffee. Now if that isn't devotion, I don't know what is.

This is one of the nicest things you could do for your friend. Such a young age. My hubby had a triple bypass at 43 and I was only 30. It is very hard. I am very glad that your friend is going to be ok. It is a life changing event. Best wishes to your friend.

 

[PHANTOM5875]

Naudiz...........................

You are a good friend to consider giving up smoking and drinking to encourage your friend to live healthier and, ultimately, longer.

Be sure to make a point of telling him how much you value his friendship and company. We should do that every day with the ones we care about. Why we don't is beyond me!

Good for you!

You have my respect and admiration.

 

[christophe]

naudiz

I am glad to hear your friend is recovering. I too lost a close friend a year ago, to heart disease. It was a sobering experience to see someone you grew up with pass away.

I hope his recovery is quick and without complications. If you need any medical advice let me know!

Happy Holidays