Meet My Dad!!

My dad, John Newton Ryland, III, (or Jack) is quite an amazing man. He and my mom Darlene have been married 54 years and live in Danville, Virginia. He is affectionately know as "Peepaw" to his three grandchildren Catharine, Emily and Jacob and "Pops", "Peeps" and "Daddy" to his four children: Jack IV, Dave, Suzanne and Kathleen. He is Uncle Jack to his nieces and nephews who are very near and dear to his heart. My dad has a great sense of humor and very quick-witted. He can also be a stubborn, strong-willed individual and needless to say is determined to recover quickly so he can return home. He is a Virginia Tech Hokie fan and is looking forward to football season! Since he missed his beach trip in July, my dad is also looking forward to some R & R at Emerald Isle in late September...maybe a birthday trip for both he and my mom!!

My dad is here at Duke because of Aortic Stenosis. Aortic stenosis is a narrowing of the valve. When this happens, the heart has to push harder to get blood through the smaller opening and less blood circulates through the heart and to the rest of the body. In older patients, aortic stenosis may be caused by calcium that builds up on the valve. This buildup also hardens the valve, which can hinder its ability to open and close properly.

Wednesday, July 20, 2011

Speaking of Mom

Yes, she thinks she is Super Mom as us Moms all do, but do keep her in your prayers as well.  This has taken quite a toll on her both mentally and physically.  She is a tough lady though but hates to leave the hospital each night without Mr. Charming!! What 54 years of marriage will do to ya!   We love you, Mom!!
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  1. Benjamin EanesJuly 21, 2011 at 10:45 AM

    Good Morning!!! Just wanted to let you know I was thinking about you all. Hope you have a good day. I'll be praying for you. With much love, Ben

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