beerleaguecaptain 999 Report post Posted September 13, 2015 A guy I started playing hockey with about 15 years ago passed away last night - heart attack. He had two daughters in college. While I haven't played with him in many, many years and really wasn't particularly close I can't help but be shaken. Not only is it a tragedy on its own, I can't help but be reminded of my own mortality. RIP Alex Milman. You had a great passion for the game, you were a good guy and you will be missed. 4 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
stevelknievel 51 Report post Posted September 13, 2015 A guy I started playing hockey with about 15 years ago passed away last night - heart attack. He had two daughters in college. While I haven't played with him in many, many years and really wasn't particularly close I can't help but be shaken. Not only is it a tragedy on its own, I can't help but be reminded of my own mortality. RIP Alex Milman. You had a great passion for the game, you were a good guy and you will be missed.Terrible news. Sorry to hear that, my thoughts are with his family and friends. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
chippa13 1844 Report post Posted September 14, 2015 As one lucky enough to come out on the other side alive, all I can say is pay attention to your bodies, fellas. Don't minimize potential symptoms of real trouble. 3 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MThockeydad 469 Report post Posted September 21, 2015 I just found out that one of my old kayaking friends from the northeast lost his son to drugs/suicide. My friend is about 10 years older than me, and had 3 sons who are in their early 20's--the son he lost left a young wife and two toddlers behind. :(My buddy is a super cool guy, devoted dad, strong role model, etc. It's just crushing to think that even when you think you've done everything right as a parent that something like this could still happen. As with dkmiller3356's note that his friend's passing reminds him of his own mortality, this event reminds me of my own daughters' mortality--and it TERRIFIES me.It makes my head and my heart hurt.Hug your kids, hug your wife/GF/SO, and call your parents and tell them that you love them. Life is short. Live it. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
badger_14 601 Report post Posted September 27, 2015 Bad asthma has been cramping my style for a month or so. I ran out of my inhaler last week, and because my health plan hasn't kicked in yet, had to go to the urgent care to see a doctor for a new prescription, and then pay $72 out of pocket for said inhaler. 3x a day, plus a steroid inhaler (from a prior illness), plus claritin just in case, and I'm still sludging around and coughing/wheezing all the time. (I still end up fortifying myself and going to hockey, because I need to clear my head and talk to people who aren't nurses, patients, or small children.) 1 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MThockeydad 469 Report post Posted September 27, 2015 I'm only liking the fortifying yourself and going anyway.My kid had a nasty bout with pneumonia. I'm glad for every minute she's on the ice.She uses an inhaler for gym but not yet for hockey. 1 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
badger_14 601 Report post Posted September 28, 2015 I'm only liking the fortifying yourself and going anyway.My kid had a nasty bout with pneumonia. I'm glad for every minute she's on the ice.She uses an inhaler for gym but not yet for hockey.Sometimes I question the sanity of going anyway, but I've been trying to stay active as much as reasonable through this bad stretch. Gotta keep the diaphragm and those nice intercostal muscles strong if I'm going to cough my face off, right?Being sick with asthma is so much worse for kids. My sympathies. Usually I only need the inhaler for hockey (cold air + active), or running a lot/sprinting. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Steve_v3 289 Report post Posted September 28, 2015 Going under the knife again. A need to have a couple of hernia's repaired. With some luck this will be it for a while. I've had my share of procedures and surgeries the last year and a half. This will be my tenth.... 2 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
badger_14 601 Report post Posted September 29, 2015 Tenth time's the charm. Good luck. 1 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Steve_v3 289 Report post Posted September 29, 2015 After sitting there for four hours they have to cancel my surgery. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
stevelknievel 51 Report post Posted September 29, 2015 Weak sauce Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Chadd 916 Report post Posted October 3, 2015 My wife died this morning. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
EJB 488 Report post Posted October 3, 2015 My wife died this morning. I'm sorry for your loss and send my sympathies. Surround yourself with family and friends. What a terrible thing..... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
stevelknievel 51 Report post Posted October 3, 2015 My wife died this morning.So sorry for your loss man. Thoughts and prayers are with you bud. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
badger_14 601 Report post Posted October 3, 2015 My wife died this morning.So sorry for your loss. :( Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Steve_v3 289 Report post Posted October 3, 2015 My wife died this morning.So sorry for loss. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
fcalog 58 Report post Posted October 3, 2015 My wife died this morning.Wow. My sincere condolences Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Tech1208 27 Report post Posted October 3, 2015 So sorry to hear this Chadd. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
IW Team - Chase 184 Report post Posted October 3, 2015 You and your loved ones will be in my prayers Chadd. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Hills 712 Report post Posted October 3, 2015 Sorry for you loss Chadd. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Caihlen 67 Report post Posted October 4, 2015 Holy moly. I can't even imagine. Thoughts are with you brother..l.l Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MN old and slow 92 Report post Posted October 4, 2015 ChaddDon't know what to say, do not really know you. I will pray for you. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
IPv6Freely 2092 Report post Posted October 4, 2015 Man... Sorry to hear :( Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
oldtrainerguy28 478 Report post Posted October 5, 2015 My wife died this morning.Chadd,Getting on in age now and being married for almost 25 years I would not want to be in your shoes. The loss from what I read was a devastating one. Nothing can be said to make someone feel better at a time like this. No matter what when you lose a loved one there can be nothing but sympathy and compassion. You have a large family here and lots of support along with your family there. So sorry for your loss. Jeff Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Monty22 832 Report post Posted October 5, 2015 Chadd, My deepest sympathies. Very sorry to hear about your wife. You and your family are in our thoughts . Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
