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.
Good morning! Glad to hear things continue to move forward and that Uncle Jack is racking up the laps around the track! Okay, got a couple of funnies for you. I thought were cute anyway.
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Because the farmer had cold hands.
Why does a milking stool have 3 legs?
Because the cow has the udder.
What kind of milk does a forgetful cow give?
Milk of Amnesia
Here's one since food not 4 star:
What is the difference between roast beef and pea soup? Anyone can roast beef. Take care, love Peach
Ahhhh Haaaaa!! My dad LOVED the jokes and has read them over and over. They really cracked him up!! Thanks so much for sending those!! Much love to you guys!!
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