On the PUP List

By on June 20, 2007 in Brain Stew with 27 Comments

I’ve been blessed in my life to never had the experience of a surgery – not bad for a 46-year young.  Today, I thought that would change.

What began Monday night as a sharp pain in my lower back escalated to excruciating pain throughout my back and in my chest. Knocked me to my knees.

Cindy and I went to Iowa Methodist Hospital, where the brand must be loving care – because I was on the receiving end of a bunch!

Turns out, kidney infection of some sort. They filled me up with medication which made me feel goo-ood…for a few hours. 

At the insistence of a few friends and my loving doctors (including my wife, Cindy), I’m on the Physically Unable to Perform list for a few days. 

If I’m on a project for you, let’s push it back a day or two, hmm?  Thanks:-)

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  • http://www.douglaskarr.com Douglas Karr

    Hope you bounce back soon, Mike!
    Doug

  • http://successfromthenest.com/ Tony D. Clark

    Hey Mike – Take care, my friend. Good thoughts coming your way…

  • http://www.kylescove.com Kyle Eslick

    Sorry to hear about the infection, but I suppose that’s preferred in the scheme of things?

  • http://www.marketingideablog.com Janet Green

    Crikey!! Healing thoughts and prayers coming your way, hon, take care!! ~ Janet

  • http://www.coachingwizardry.com Joanna Young

    Hi Mike – take care of yourself, and listen to that good loving advice!
    Joanna

  • http://www.kentblumberg.com Kent Blumberg

    Get well soon!

  • http://blog.runnerslounge.com Amy

    The wife always knows best and the doctors are smart enough to follow along. Take care of yourself – give yourself more than a few days. Time for that “season of rest”…

  • http://whenwordsmatter.typepad.com Larry Lehmer

    If you’re reading this, Mike, you’re not doing what your family, friends and doctors have prescribed. Back to bed (or wherever people go to rehab through Panera withdrawal!). We’ll see you when you’re back to your old, rambunctious self.

  • http://getanewbrowser.com Andy Brudtkuhl

    Get well soon. We’ll still be here when you return

  • Ben Carstens

    Get well soon Mike.

  • Ben Carstens

    Get well soon Mike.

  • Ben Carstens

    I like you so much I posted it twice I guess!

  • http://www.passionmeetspurpose.com/blog Kammie

    Speedy recovery to you Mike!
    Kam:)

  • http://www.OwnYourBrand.com Mike Wagner

    Life is fragile.
    Enjoy your recovery and come back to us all the stronger.
    Keep creating…Mike

  • http://monkatwork.com Adam Kayce : Monk At Work

    Hey Mike, here’s to a speedy recovery.
    A few years ago, I threw a kidney stone — horrible. Horrible. Anyhow, I researched a bunch of natural remedies and foods that eliminate “sand/gravel”, and help the kidneys function well. The good news is, most are tasty.
    Here’s what I remember:
    Strawberries, parsley tea (just toss a bunch of fresh parsley in boiling water for a few minutes, strain, and drink), grapes, apples, anise tea (use anise seeds, make it just like parsley tea), carrots… I’m sure there are others, but that’s what I remember off-hand.

  • http://viaspire.blogs.com Heather D

    Mike — Feel better! Glad you got special care at the hospital. Be sure to do the same for yourself while on the PUP list! :)

  • http://blog.runnerslounge.com Tom

    Mike,
    90% of patients don’t follow doctors’ orders. Join the other 10%. There is no substitute for rest, not even pasta or chocolate. Let’s see if you’re blogging friends can keep you tethered to the couch or hammock.
    Get well.

  • http://www.andydrish.com Andy Drish

    Get well soon Mike!

  • http://www.allthingsworkplace.com Steve Roesler

    Enjoy the love, listen to the docs, and allow time to get well.
    We’ll be here…

  • http://www.storiesbyrel.com Mark True

    We all know Mike…he’ll listen to his wife/doctors and stay in bed, but he’ll be tapping away at his laptop too! I hope his Spring card is working.
    Praying for you, bud!
    -Mark

  • http://www.zoominfo.com/Search/PersonDetail.aspx?PersonID=110569632 Susan Cergol

    Mike, this feels like a virtual cast-signing party! Brings me back to elementary school days………. My thoughts are with you too. I wish you a quick recovery as well as peace of mind to enjoy the forced down-time — sometimes that’s the only way we take it!

  • http://brandandmarket.blogspot.com Chris Brown

    Mike:
    I’m glad you are taking care of yourself and not ignoring your body’s messages! Good health needs to be a top priority!! Push those projects back!
    Chris

  • http://www.divamarketingblog.com Toby

    Sending warm thoughts and get well fast wishes!

  • Jenni P

    Take care and make sure to rest as much as possible!
    Jenni

  • http://essentialkeystrokes.com Char

    Mike – I hope you are feeling betting soon! Listen to those doctors – they happen to know a few things!

  • http://www.getanewbrowser.com TJ Mapes

    Mike I know you’ll get over this and move on the the next thing without a problem. Can’t wait to share some coffee with you again soon.

  • http://www.ck-blog.com CK

    Mike: Sending oodles of love. I’m so sorry you’re in pain and please know that you’re in my prayers–and that many love and support you.

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